UKNIAF Talks

Commercially viable mini-grids in Nigeria (Part 1 of a 2)

The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) has its hands full and its task cut out. This ‘straight from the grid’ conversation between REA MD, Ahmad Salihijo and Prof. Onyia shows why there is so much excitement and how the hard work is paying off!

In conversation: REA MD Ahmad Salihijo Ahmad and UKNIAF MD, Prof. Chidi Onyia.

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Climate smart infrastructure solutions in Nigeria Part 3

Ben points out that the practical understanding of the implication and application of climate smart infrastructure is critical. How critical are climate smart infrastructure tools in the infrastructure pipeline selection process? – Part 3 of UKNIAF’s conversation with Ben Llewellyn-Jones… The 4th and final part to be shared shortly…

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Climate smart infrastructure solutions in Nigeria Part 4

“You can maximise the value of human capital that we see across Nigeria… keeping the right people in the right places to make sure that they can deliver” – Ben Llewellyn-Jones The discussion centres around why sustainable capacity development is key. This is the final segment in this 4 part series.

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Frank Edozie on GHG emissions reduction work with NCC

The on grid power generation capacity in Nigeria needs to improve as much of the power requirement is fueled by diesel generators! This also means a high rate of air pollution! UKNIAF works with the National Control Centre to improve on-grid power generation which in turn will reduce the use of diesel generators and lower greenhouse gas emissions.

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Climate Compatible Infrastructure Part 1

It was a very engaging hour with Damilola Ogunbiyi, CEO, SEforALL at the UKNIAF office. In this brief conversation with UKNIAF MD, Prof. Chidiebere Onyia, she shares valuable thoughts on UKNIAF’s role in promoting sustainable infrastructure and decarbonization in Nigeria.

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Climate Compatible Infrastructure Part 2

The second part of the dialogue with Damilola Ogunbiyi, CEO, SEforALL. What role can UKNIAF play in addressing climate challenges in Nigeria? How important is data and evidence for access to sustainable off grid energy?

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Where is the opportunity for infrastructure development in Nigeria?​

Where do the opportunities for infrastructure development lie amidst the effects of COVID-19 and the economic challenges in Nigeria? How can a programme like UKNIAF help? In this second of a 3-part interview, UKNIAF MD, Prof. Onyia, and Khadijat Baba-Muhammad, Director, MEL, UKNIAF talk about how policies that focus on inclusiveness and employment can make a difference.​

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The need to address the infrastructure gap in Nigeria

UKNIAF MD, Prof. Chidiebere Onyia shares his thoughts on why there is a critical need to address the infrastructure deficit in Nigeria and how this could be an opportunity for building climate resilient, sustainable infrastructure through public private partnerships.

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