Joseph Bakare
Nigeria and Schneider Electric of France have agreed to boost existing relationships that will help Nigeria accelerate energy transition goals.
Both parties reiterated their shared commitment to enhancing energy access, integrating renewable energy technologies, and deploying intelligent energy management systems tailored to Nigeria’s unique needs.
In a significant step toward strengthening Nigeria’s global energy alliances, the Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), Dr Mustapha Abdullahi undertook a high-level strategic visit to Schneider Electric’s state-of-the-art facilities in Grenoble, southern France.
The visit, facilitated by Mr. Ajibola Akindele MFR, Country President of Schneider Electric West Africa, represents a deepening of collaboration between Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy management, and Nigeria’s apex energy policy institution.
Accompanying the ECN DG was Prince Ade Omole, a prominent Nigerian Diaspora leader and a key driver of foreign direct investment into Nigeria.
His involvement affirms the Federal Government’s commitment to forging strong, innovation-led partnerships with international stakeholders to accelerate progress in Nigeria’s energy sector.
The Nigerian delegation was warmly received by Mr. Thomas Bonicel, Director of Access to Energy at Schneider Electric.
The team was given a comprehensive tour of the Schneider Electric IntenCity complex, ranked the third-best net-zero energy building globally.
During the visit, Ms. Gaelle Gabard, Customer Experience Director, delivered an insightful presentation detailing the conception, construction, and ongoing management of the IntenCity facility, an inspiring benchmark for the proposed ECN “Energy House” project in Nigeria.
The engagement reaffirmed Schneider Electric’s dedication to supporting Nigeria in overcoming its energy challenges and advancing the country’s energy transition goals.
Abdullahi praised Schneider Electric for its cutting-edge innovations and global expertise, noting that this collaboration will significantly support Nigeria’s development priorities under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda. He emphasised the ECN’s objective to align national energy planning with international best practices while strengthening local capacity to meet the country’s growing energy demands.
This strategic visit signals renewed momentum in Nigeria’s energy diplomacy and highlights the importance of transformative technical partnerships that are critical to reshaping the nation’s energy future and enhancing the quality of life for millions of Nigerians