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India to help develop solar power in Nigeria

  • 8 years ago (2018-06-22)
  • David Flin
Africa 378 Solar 370

Nagabhushana Reddy, the Indian High Commissioner to Nigeria, has said that India and Nigeria will work together to develop renewable energy in Nigeria, in line with international agreements signed by both countries. Reddy said that Nigeria, as a member of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) had indicated the country’s commitment to diversify its energy sources. He added that the Indian Government was committed to supporting Nigeria in achieving its target of 30 per cent of its energy needs from renewables by 2030.

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He said: “We are opening a new chapter of India-Nigeria economic engagement by moving into the power sector relating to renewable energy. India had been present in Nigeria mostly in the areas of distribution and transmission.” Reddy said that both countries would sign a Memorandum of Understanding in the renewable sector to create a joint working group to develop projects.