Nigeria Needs Political Will To Solve Electricity Challenges - Skipper

Andrew Skipper

Nigeria only need the political will to curb power crises in the country, says head of  Africa practice of Hogan Lovells, Andrew Skipper.

According to Skipper, Nigeria’s power crises is highly political and thus may not be resolved if the leaders do not push it at the highest levels.

“The issues surrounding power in Nigeria are highly political and if truly we see renewable energy as the way forward, we need the political will to push it at the highest levels,” he told Vanguard.

“Despite the politicking, a lot of people want to invest in renewable energy and some are presently involved in ongoing projects in Nigeria in the solar and renewable space but how many of these projects have come to fruition?

“In Nigeria, we need a clearer road map to produce projects which will deliver on their ultimate goals. Most African heads of state are looking for foreign investments in renewable energy for their country but these won’t come until the investors are sure they will make their money back.

“There are also issues of security and corruption which have to be dealt with as well,” he said.


(Concise News)

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