Course description

INTRODUCTION

Electricity is fundamental to economic growth, education, healthcare delivery, security, and overall quality of life. Yet, a significant portion of Nigeria’s rural population remains without access to reliable and affordable electricity. Rural electrification is a cornerstone of national development and a critical driver for reducing poverty, creating jobs, and achieving equitable access to opportunities.

This conference seeks to address the persistent challenges and explore innovative solutions for extending sustainable energy access to rural communities. It will bring together policymakers, energy experts, community leaders, investors, development partners, and technology providers to explore practical strategies, partnerships, and financing mechanisms that can accelerate rural electrification in Nigeria. The event will showcase off-grid and mini-grid solutions, explore renewable energy technologies, and emphasise inclusive energy policies that leave no one behind.

By the end of this conference, participants will be able to:

• understand the critical role of rural electrification in socio-economic development;
• identify barriers to energy access in rural and underserved areas;
• explore renewable and hybrid energy technologies suitable for rural electrification;
• develop strategies for scaling off-grid and mini-grid energy solutions;
• evaluate public-private partnership models and financing mechanisms for rural energy projects;
• assess policies, regulatory frameworks, and incentives that support rural energy access;
• engage communities and build local capacity for sustainable energy systems;
• leverage data and digital tools for planning and monitoring electrification programs; and
• promote gender-inclusive and socially equitable energy access strategies.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND:

• Officials from Ministries of Power, Environment, Agriculture, and Rural Development
• Rural Electrification Agency (REA) and state energy departments
• Renewable energy companies and mini-grid developers
• Public utilities and electricity distribution companies
• Investors, development finance institutions, and donor agencies
• Community-based organizations and rural development NGOs
• Researchers and academic institutions working on energy access
• Local government authorities and rural community leaders
• Technical and vocational training institutions
• ICT and digital solutions providers for energy monitoring
• Gender and social inclusion advocates in energy access

What will i learn?

• • understand the critical role of rural electrification in socio-economic development
• • identify barriers to energy access in rural and underserved areas
• • explore renewable and hybrid energy technologies suitable for rural electrification
• • evaluate public-private partnership models and financing mechanisms for rural energy projects
• • leverage data and digital tools for planning and monitoring electrification programs

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