The REA MD speaks of the efforts to improve private sector investment, the focus on sustainability and UKNIAF’s role in the process.
In conversation: REA MD Ahmad Salihijo Ahmad and UKNIAF MD, Prof. Chidi Onyia.
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.
The first piece of a conversation with British Deputy High Commissioner Ben Llewellyn-Jones hosted by UKNIAF MD Prof. Chidi Onyia. The topic is, ‘Climate smart infrastructure solutions in Nigeria’. The full discussion shall follow shortly in subsequent parts.
There should be no disconnect between climate and energy priorities. And data is critical to align them – Ben Llewellyn-Jones, British Deputy High Commissioner in Nigeria. Part 3 to be shared shortly…
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…
“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.
Concluding day of training- ‘We designed this training to develop knowledge, to trigger discussion and a different way of delivering infrastructure PPPs in Nigeria.’- Nyananso Gabriel Ekanem
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.
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.
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?
Obinna Ihedioha, Deputy Managing Director, UKNIAF, speaks on the need for the workshop, the agencies participating and the central theme of climate smart, sustainable infrastructure.
Gori Olusina Daniel speaks on the expectations from the training and how it can help guide the MDAs’ thinking towards climate smart infrastructure 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.
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.
