- U.S. and Nigeria renewed energy partnerships to expand electricity access and support sustainable development.
- The U.S. committed over $1.3 million for technical support to reduce methane emissions and build local capacity.
- Clean Energy Alliance of Nigeria (CLEAN) was launched to boost renewable energy investments and reduce fossil fuel dependence.
The United States and Nigeria have strengthened their partnership in the energy sector, focusing on clean energy, energy security, and sustainable development.
Mr. Olufemi Soneye, Chief Corporate Communications Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), announced the development after NNPCL officials met with U.S. Secretary of Energy, Mr. Chris Wright.
Soneye said both countries want to expand electricity access for Nigerian homes, businesses, and institutions. He explained that this move would drive economic growth through cleaner and more reliable energy.
The meeting followed a series of recent collaborations between the two countries. Nigerian officials have pushed to accelerate the country’s energy transition.
In October 2024, Nigeria’s Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Mr. Ekperikpe Ekpo, spoke at the U.S.-Nigeria Strategic Energy Security Dialogue in Washington, D.C. He described the partnership as unlocking investment opportunities and deepening cooperation.
Ekpo outlined Nigeria’s plan to use its gas resources to grow the economy and transition to cleaner energy. He said the country’s “Decade of Gas” initiative aims to position gas as a key driver of industrial development and clean energy.
Under this initiative, the U.S. government will provide Nigeria with technical support to cut methane emissions in the oil and gas sector. Both countries view this support as a step toward meeting global climate targets.
Nigeria plans to use this assistance to reduce harmful emissions and promote responsible energy practices.
Both countries launched the Clean Energy Alliance of Nigeria (CLEAN) to attract more clean energy investment. This platform seeks to boost renewable energy growth and move the country from fossil fuel dependence.
CLEAN will help drive the adoption of solar, wind, and other clean technologies. It will also connect investors with local developers to scale up projects.
The U.S. government pledged over $1.3 million to fund technical support for Nigerian partners. This funding will help local institutions build skills and expertise in clean energy solutions.
Nigerian engineers, technicians, and policymakers will use this support to advance the country’s clean energy transition.
The energy partnership builds on strong economic ties between the two nations. The U.S. remains Nigeria’s top foreign investor, focusing on oil, gas, and trade.
Both countries continue to prioritise energy collaboration as a strategic pillar of their relationship. U.S. officials have emphasised the benefits of clean energy in improving energy access and reducing emissions.
Nigerian leaders say the partnership will speed up electrification, lower energy costs, and improve public health.
As Nigeria pushes for universal energy access and climate action, the U.S. will continue to support the country’s transition to sustainable energy.
Both nations aim to create a cleaner, more resilient, inclusive energy future.