- Nigeria aims to achieve 9,000 megawatts of renewable energy contribution to its power supply by 2030.
- The government’s “30:30:30” mission targets 30 gigawatts of total power capacity by 2030, with 30% sourced from renewable energy.
The Federal Government of Nigeria has set an ambitious target to have renewable energy contribute approximately 9,000 megawatts (MW) to the country’s power supply by the year 2030. This initiative is part of a broader vision aimed at eradicating energy poverty and ensuring affordable, reliable electricity for industries and institutions across Nigeria.
Chief Adebayo Adelabu, Minister of Power, revealed these plans at the opening of a summit organized by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) in Abuja. He emphasized that reliable electricity is crucial for achieving Nigeria’s economic goals, citing the detrimental impact of unreliable grid supply on businesses, industries, and households over the decades.
Adelabu highlighted ongoing efforts to bolster renewable energy generation, including the Interconnected Mini-Grid Acceleration Scheme (IMAS) supported by the European Union (EU) and the German government. This initiative aims to deploy 23 mini-grids across 11 states, benefiting approximately 138,000 Nigerians.
He underscored the government’s commitment to existing policies such as the Nigerian National Renewable Energy Action Plan (NREAP), Nigerian Energy Transition Plan (NETP), and nationally determined contributions to combat climate change. These policies are pivotal in achieving Nigeria’s target of generating 30 gigawatts (GW) of power capacity by 2030, with 30% sourced from renewable energy—a vision encapsulated by the government’s “30:30:30” mission.
Adelabu also highlighted international partnerships, noting the EU’s significant role in promoting renewable energy adoption through grants and technical assistance. He announced a renewed EUR 100 million commitment from the EU aimed at financing innovative projects and enhancing energy infrastructure in Nigeria, which is expected to install 400 MW of new renewable energy capacity by 2027, benefiting over five million Nigerians and reducing CO2 emissions by approximately 500,000 tonnes.
Adelabu expressed confidence that these strategic efforts will transform Nigeria’s energy landscape, ensuring sustainable and uninterrupted power supply to drive economic growth and improve the quality of life for its citizens.