- The committee chairman announced Mr Promise Amahah as the principal consultant to the committee on renewable energy for three years.
- The workshop aims to develop and refine policies that will accelerate the adoption and expansion of renewable energy in Nigeria.
The House of Representatives Committee on Renewable Energy has proposed hosting a national policy workshop in November. The committee chairman, Hon Afam Victor Ogene, disclosed this in a statement in Abuja on Thursday, August 22, 2024.
The workshop with the theme, ‘Renew Nigeria: Unlocking Nigeria’s Energy Future’, will be co-hosted by the office of the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abass Tajudeen, and other key stakeholders.
Hon. Ogene said the primary objective of the National Renewable Energy Policy Workshop, RENEW NIGERIA, is to convene key stakeholders from within and outside Nigeria, including government, the private sector, academia, and civil society, to collaboratively develop and refine policies that will accelerate the adoption and expansion of renewable energy in Nigeria.
According to him, the workshop seeks to facilitate a multi-stakeholder dialogue on Nigeria’s renewable energy future, identify and address policy gaps hindering the growth of renewable energy and develop a comprehensive policy framework to drive renewable energy adoption.
He added, “The dialogue will also foster collaboration and partnerships to support renewable energy development and enhance capacity and knowledge sharing among stakeholders, among others.
“By bringing together a diverse range of stakeholders, RENEW NIGERIA aims to create a unified vision and roadmap for Nigeria’s transition to a sustainable and renewable energy-powered future.”
In the statement, the committee chairman also announced the appointment of Mr Promise Amahah, CEO of Green Clean Innovation Hub, as the committee’s Principal Consultant for a three-year tenure.
Amahah brings a wealth of experience and expertise in the field of renewable energy, having led numerous successful initiatives aimed at promoting sustainable energy solutions and climate-smart technologies.
Furthermore, his leadership at the Green Clean Innovation Hub has been instrumental in advancing innovative projects that align with Nigeria’s commitment to a greener and more sustainable future. He will provide strategic guidance and technical support to the Committee, ensuring the effective implementation of renewable energy policies and programmes.