President Tinubu to Attend Africa Heads of State Energy Summit in Tanzania

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to depart Abuja on Sunday for Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, to participate in the Africa Heads of State Energy Summit, scheduled for January 27-28, 2025. This summit is a significant gathering of African leaders, private sector leaders, development partners, and civil society groups, all focused on accelerating energy access across the continent.

The “Mission 300” Initiative

The summit is part of the “Mission 300” initiative, which aims to provide electricity access to 300 million people in Africa by 2030. This initiative is a critical step towards achieving universal access to energy in Africa, and President Tinubu’s participation underscores Nigeria’s commitment to this goal.

President Tinubu’s Agenda

During the summit, President Tinubu will deliver a national statement, reaffirming Nigeria’s commitment to achieving universal access to energy and its leadership role in Africa’s energy sector. He will also highlight Nigeria’s ongoing clean energy initiatives and its strategy to drive integrated energy delivery in the continent.

Accompanying Delegation

President Tinubu will be accompanied by several senior government officials, including the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, and the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu. This delegation will provide technical support and expertise to President Tinubu during the summit.

Expected Outcomes

The Africa Heads of State Energy Summit is expected to produce several key outcomes, including:

1. A renewed commitment from African leaders to achieve universal access to energy by 2030.
2. The launch of a comprehensive energy access plan for Africa, outlining specific targets and strategies for achieving universal energy access.
3. The establishment of a high-level energy advisory group to provide technical support and guidance to African governments on energy policy and planning.

Conclusion

President Tinubu’s participation in the Africa Heads of State Energy Summit demonstrates Nigeria’s commitment to achieving universal access to energy and its leadership role in Africa’s energy sector. The summit provides a critical opportunity for African leaders to come together and address the continent’s energy challenges, and Nigeria is poised to play a key role in shaping the continent’s energy future.