Electrifying all Nigerians has become a priority in this populous West African country, where approximately 75 million still remain in darkness even as the economy surges ahead in other ways. Now, the power sector is focused on getting safe, reliable energy to the entire population.
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CNBC Africa's Esther Awoniyi caught up with Babatunde Fashola, Nigeria's Minister of Power, Works and Housing to discuss the progress in Nigeria's power sector:
CNBC Africa's Esther Awoniyi caught up with Babatunde Fashola, Nigeria's Minister of Power, Works and Housing to discuss the progress in Nigeria's power sector.
Until three weeks ago the Durumi's 3000 residents had no electricity but now everyone has power thanks to solar energy. Yvonne Ndege reports:
Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki has restated government’s commitment to ensuring development of the state: