Reps Renewable Energy Committee to host national policy workshop in Nov, appoints consultant
By Jeffrey Agbo
The House of Representatives Committee on Renewable Energy has said it plans to host a national policy workshop in November.
The workshop themed, ‘Renew Nigeria: Unlocking Nigeria’s Energy Future’ will be co-hosted by the office of the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, and other key stakeholders.
Chairman of the Committee, Afam Ogene, announced this in a statement on Thursday.
He also announced the appointment of Promise Amahah, CEO of Green Clean Innovation Hub, as the principal consultant to the committee for a three-year tenure.
Ogene said the primary objective of the National Renewable Energy Policy Workshop, RENEW NIGERIA, is to convene key stakeholders from within and outside Nigeria, government, private sector, academia, and civil society to collaboratively develop and refine policies that will accelerate the adoption and expansion of renewable energy in Nigeria.
The workshop, according to him, “seeks to facilitate a multi-stakeholder dialogue on Nigeria’s renewable energy future; identify and address policy gaps hindering the growth of renewable energy; develop a comprehensive policy framework to drive renewable energy adoption; 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,” Ogene said.
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On the appointment of a consultant to enhance the work of the committee, the chairman said, “Mr. 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. His leadership at Green Clean Innovation Hub has been instrumental in advancing innovative projects that align with Nigeria’s commitment to a greener and more sustainable future.
“As Principal Consultant, Mr. Amahah will provide strategic guidance and technical support to the Committee, ensuring the effective implementation of renewable energy policies and programmes. His role will be pivotal in driving forward the Committee’s agenda to enhance energy security, reduce carbon emissions, and foster economic growth through sustainable energy practices.”
Mr. Amahah’s appointment underscores the committee’s commitment to leveraging top-tier expertise to address the pressing energy challenges facing Nigeria. His tenure will focus on key areas such as expanding renewable energy infrastructure, promoting public-private partnerships, and enhancing capacity-building initiatives within the sector.
Amahah expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to serve in this capacity as he said he’s looking forward to collaborating with the committee and other stakeholders to drive impactful change and advance Nigeria’s renewable energy landscape.
