On Wednesday, the Nigerian government unveiled the draft of the National Integrated Electricity Policy and Strategic Implementation Plan (NIEP-SIP).
The development, according to the government, marks a critical juncture in the nation’s journey toward achieving a robust, sustainable, and inclusive power sector that meets the aspirations of all Nigerians.
Speaking at the NIEP-SIP Zero draft presentation in Abuja on Wednesday, Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, said the policy is the product of extensive consultations with industry experts, key stakeholders, and development partners.
“The journey leading up to today has been a collaborative and rigorous process, driven by our collective commitment to addressing the pressing challenges within the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry (NESI).
“From the passage of the Electricity Act 2023 by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to the strategic engagements at the Ministerial Retreat and the 8th Africa Energy Market…