The Renewable Energy Association of Nigeria (REAN) has called on the government, investors, regulators and other stakeholders to move beyond policy discussions and take concrete steps to accelerate the country’s transition to renewable energy.
The association made the call at the Solar and Storage Live Nigeria 2026 conference and exhibition, where stakeholders across the energy value chain deliberated on practical strategies for expanding renewable energy deployment, improving energy security and strengthening Nigeria’s electricity market.
Speaking at the two-day event, REAN President, Ayo Ademilua, said Nigeria’s renewable energy sector had reached a defining moment, stressing that solar energy and battery storage had become critical components of the country’s future energy mix.
He urged stronger collaboration among government, regulators, financial institutions, development partners and the private sector to unlock investment opportunities and support sustainable growth in the sector.
Ademilua said Nigeria’s energy transition should prioritise local manufacturing, affordable financing, technical capacity development, innovation, quality assurance and policies that encourage long-term private sector investment.
Also speaking, REAN Chief Executive Officer, Motunrayo Akinfala, said while Nigeria had made significant progress in developing renewable energy policies, greater emphasis should now be placed on implementation.
According to her, the industry must shift from policy discussions to concrete action by mobilising investments, supporting local businesses, enforcing quality standards and delivering reliable clean energy solutions to millions of Nigerians.
‘The time has come for us to move from talk to action. We have held the conversations, developed policies and built strong partnerships. Our priority now must be accelerating implementation, mobilising investment, supporting local businesses, enforcing quality standards and delivering reliable clean energy solutions that positively impact millions of Nigerians,’ she said.
Stakeholders also stressed the need for stricter regulatory enforcement to eliminate substandard solar products from the Nigerian market through improved certification systems, installer competency and increased consumer awareness.
REAN said it would continue to work with government, regulators, investors and development partners to promote policies and initiatives that expand energy access, attract investment, create jobs and support Nigeria’s transition to a sustainable and resilient energy future.