Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has called for urgent action, increased investment and stronger partnerships to expand access to clean, reliable and affordable energy in Lagos and across Africa.
Sanwo-Olu made the call after participating in the Global Renewables Summit in New York, held during Climate Week NYC. He said Lagos, with its rapidly growing population, could not afford to delay efforts to improve access to clean electricity.
The governor disclosed that his administration had approved 15 renewable energy distribution projects across Lagos but identified funding as a major challenge to their implementation.
Sanwo-Olu said Africa has the resources needed for the renewable energy transition but requires adequate investment and financing mechanisms suited to the continent’s challenges and opportunities. He also called for stronger partnerships to make clean energy more accessible and affordable.
Daily Times
