– Nigeria’s Decade of Gas Initiative
– Clean Cooking Solutions in North-East Nigeria
– Government Efforts in Sustainable Energy Transition
The Nigerian Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to addressing the energy challenges in the North-East region by promoting a gas-powered economy. Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo, emphasized this during the launch of the North-East Decade of Gas Clean Cooking (LPG) Grassroots Penetration Programme in Maiduguri, Borno State. The Decade of Gas Initiative aims to transform Nigeria into a gas-powered economy, ensuring no region is left behind. Ekpo highlighted the government’s unwavering commitment to making Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) accessible and affordable for all Nigerians, particularly in the North-East, which has faced significant energy challenges.
The clean cooking initiative, conceived by President Bola Tinubu, aims to convert 250,000 homes per year to the use of LPG, also known as cooking gas. This effort addresses health risks associated with traditional cooking fuels and supports environmental sustainability by reducing deforestation. Minister of Women Affairs, Hajiya Imaan Suleiman, highlighted the struggles women face when relying on firewood as a primary energy source. She emphasized the government’s commitment to transitioning one million households to clean cooking gas by 2030, aiming to tackle environmental pollution, create job opportunities, and boost socio-economic activities.
The Coordinating Director of the Decade of Gas, Ed Ubong, reiterated the industry’s support for the government’s Gas to Prosperity theme and acknowledged the contributions of various stakeholders in making the initiative a success. This initiative underscores the government’s dedication to sustainable energy solutions, aiming to improve public health, protect the environment, and foster economic growth in Nigeria’s North-East region.
