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

By Raymond Enoch

President Bola Tinubu will travel to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, on Sunday, January 26, 2025, to participate in the Africa Heads of State Energy Summit, scheduled for January 27-28.

The Summit, hosted by the Tanzanian government in partnership with the African Development Bank Group and the World Bank, focuses on “Mission 300,” an ambitious initiative to provide electricity access to 300 million Africans by 2030.

The two-day event will bring together African leaders, private sector stakeholders, development partners, and civil society organizations to address Africa’s energy challenges. Key discussions will revolve around expanding energy access to underserved regions, renewable energy, energy efficiency, and strategies to attract private sector investment.

On the first day, countries will present their national energy strategies, showcasing tailored approaches to achieving universal energy access within five years. The second day will culminate in the endorsement of the Dar es Salaam Energy Declaration, outlining a collective roadmap for achieving the Mission 300 objectives.

President Tinubu will deliver a statement reaffirming Nigeria’s commitment to universal energy access and its leadership in the continent’s energy sector. He will also highlight ongoing clean energy initiatives and Nigeria’s integrated energy strategy.

Accompanying the President will be Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, Minister of Power Adebayo Adelabu, Special Adviser on Energy Olu Verheijen, and other senior officials.

President Tinubu is expected to return to Abuja following the conclusion of the Summit.