By: Goodluck E. Adubazi, Abuja.
In a press statement issued in Lagos, Nigeria, on September 8, 2025,
H.E. the Executive Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, is confirmed to join H.E. Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, H.E. Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, and H.E. the German Ambassador to Nigeria, Annett Gunther, as keynote speakers and special guests of honour at the 4th International Investment Conference scheduled for September 23–24, 2025, at the Radisson Blu Anchorage Hotel, Lagos.
With Nigeria accelerating its energy transition through groundbreaking initiatives, this year’s theme, “Energy Transition: From Rhetoric to Action in Nigeria,” reflects the urgency to move beyond commitments toward implementation, investment, and measurable results. Organized by the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Associations Alliance (REEEAA), the two-day event is expected to host over 500 key stakeholders, including government officials, financiers, technology providers, innovators, and development partners.
“The 4th International Investment Conference will bring together an exceptional lineup of leaders whose presence underscores the depth of Nigeria’s energy transition agenda and its international partnerships,” the statement further stressed.
The Executive Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, will delve into the role and positioning of Lagos as an emerging energy hub. At the federal level, Hon. Chief Adebayo Adelabu, Minister of Power, will set the tone with a keynote address outlining Nigeria’s long-term strategy for expanding access and modernizing the national energy system. Complementing this, Hon. Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, Minister of Women Affairs, will spotlight how women’s leadership and inclusion are central to achieving a just and equitable transition.
Further institutional insights will be provided by Mrs. Omotenioye Majekodunmi, the newly appointed Director-General of the National Council on Climate Change (NCCC), who will present Nigeria’s climate governance priorities and progress under the Energy Transition Plan.
At the state level, Hon. Biodun Ogunleye, Lagos State Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, will highlight Lagos’ electricity market reforms and its role as a subnational hub for clean energy. Adding a critical education and workforce dimension, Prof. Abubakar Sani Sambo, Kaduna State Commissioner for Education and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of REEEAA, will emphasize how capacity building, research, and skills development are vital to sustaining the transition.
The conference will also be reinforced by strong international participation. Her Excellency Annett Gunther, German Ambassador to Nigeria, will reflect on Germany’s partnership with Nigeria in renewable energy and climate action, while Mr. Massimo De Luca, Head of Cooperation at the EU Delegation to Nigeria, will outline the European Union’s commitment to financing, cooperation, and sustainable development in support of Nigeria’s clean energy pathway.
The program is structured to reflect the key pillars of Nigeria’s energy future, with breakout sessions designed to deliver actionable outcomes:
Policy & Regulation– Fireside chats on fragmented regulations and a unified legal framework, aligning with the Federal Government’s Nigeria Energy Transition Plan (ETP) and state-level electricity reforms.
Finance & Investment– Panels on climate finance, public-private synergy, and B2B matchmaking to connect developers with financiers, banks, DFIs, and venture capital.
Technology & Innovation– Tracks on hydrogen, smart grid modernization, and local manufacturing in line with the Nigeria Electrification Project (NEP), supported by the World Bank, AfDB, and GIZ.
Capacity & Inclusion – Youth innovation forums and women-led panels reflecting the Solar Power Naija program, designed to empower 25 million citizens with off-grid solar while creating jobs for women and young people.
Communication & Engagement– Sessions on the role of media in building public trust and awareness around the clean energy transition.
A key highlight will be the unveiling of the inaugural Clean Energy Awards 2025, designed to honour pioneers, innovators, and changemakers driving Nigeria’s renewable energy and energy efficiency transformation.
Award categories will spotlight groundbreaking innovators, women and youth leaders, community projects, policy champions, and lifetime contributors. Winners, selected by a panel of distinguished judges, will be announced during a dedicated gala ceremony, gaining visibility before ministers, financiers, investors, and international partners.
The conference will also feature an exhibition arena showcasing groundbreaking clean energy initiatives and technologies, including:
E-mobility solutions and EV charging infrastructure
Battery storage technologies for reliable off-grid and hybrid systems
Cutting-edge clean energy systems for communities and industries
Capacity-building and training concepts preparing Nigeria’s workforce for a renewable future
Another major spotlight will be the fast-emerging e-mobility sector, with partners such as the Electric Mobility Promoters Association of Nigeria (EMPAN) playing a central role in showcasing Nigeria’s transition toward cleaner transport systems and localized innovation.
The 4th International Investment Conference has attracted strong backing from leading institutions. Confirmed sponsors include GIZ, the European Union Delegation to Nigeria, Access Bank, Energy Training Centre (ETC), Stratagem Energy Management Ltd, and the Rural Electrification Agency (REA).
Sponsorship options are still available for exceptional branding opportunities.
Media partners amplifying the conference include the African Association of Energy Journalists and Publishers (AJERAP), Afriseem, Environment Africa Magazine, Standard Times Nigeria Newspapers, The Energy Republic, Financial Energy Review, and Advisors Reports.
Together, they will ensure the conference’s impact resonates across Nigeria and internationally.
Nigeria has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2060 and scaling renewable energy to close its electricity access gap. Initiatives such as the Energy Transition Plan (2022), the Solar Power Naija Program, and the Nigeria Electrification Programme (NEP), supported by global partners including the World Bank, IFC, AfDB, and the EU, provide a strong foundation.
The REEEAA conference will serve as a convening platform to consolidate these gains, strengthen partnerships, and mobilize new investment, ensuring Nigeria’s energy transition delivers sustainable growth, jobs, and inclusivity.
As Prof. Magnus Onuoha, President of REEEAA, emphasizes:
“Nigeria has the ambition, the policies, and the partnerships. What we need now is catalytic capital and coordinated action. This conference is where leaders from government, industry, and development finance will align vision with action to ensure our transition delivers jobs, inclusivity, and energy for growth.”
About REEEAA
The Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Associations Alliance (REEEAA) is Nigeria’s foremost umbrella platform uniting seven leading clean energy associations. It drives advocacy, investment mobilization, and collaboration to fast-track renewable energy adoption and energy efficiency.
Member associations include:
Association of Energy Engineers (AEE)
Council for Renewable Energy Nigeria (CREN)
Electric Mobility Promoters Association of Nigeria (EMPAN)
Renewable and Alternative Energy Society of Nigeria (RAESON)
Renewable Energy Association of Nigeria (REAN)
Sustainable Energy Practitioners Association of Nigeria (SEPAN)
Solar Energy Society of Nigeria (SESN)
Women in Renewable Energy Association (WIRE-A).