Stakeholders across Nigeria’s industrial, environmental and media sectors have reaffirmed their commitment to sustainable industrial development, following the successful conclusion of an interactive session on Industrial Energy Efficiency (IEE) and Resource Efficient and Cleaner Production (RECP).
The session, organised by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and the Global Environment Facility (GEF), in collaboration with the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), was held in Abuja.
The event brought together key players from the organised private sector, non-governmental organisations, government institutions, and the media to review the outcomes of the GEF-UNIDO IEE and RECP projects in Nigeria.
In his opening remarks, the National Project Coordinator, Jacob Oladipo, described the session as a critical platform to showcase the project’s achievements while engaging stakeholders in the next phase of its implementation.
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Also speaking, GEF Global Desk Officer Kabir Jedda commended stakeholders for their contributions to the project’s success.
“Our deep gratitude goes to the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria for driving this initiative,” he said. “I must commend the collaborative efforts of all stakeholders, particularly Ministries, Departments and Agencies, the private sector, and other partners in advancing this initiative.”
Jedda emphasised that the interactive session remains central to Nigeria’s industrial progress and future initiatives.
“Achieving sustainable economic growth requires open communication, collaboration, and dedication from all stakeholders. We must work together to unlock opportunities and build more efficient industries,” he added.
During the sessions, participants highlighted significant progress recorded under the project, particularly in improving energy efficiency across selected industries and promoting environmentally sustainable production processes.
They also identified key lessons, including the need for stronger policy support, increased private sector investment, and enhanced technical capacity to sustain the gains achieved.
Discussions further underscored the importance of adopting IEE and RECP methodologies as effective tools for boosting industrial competitiveness while reducing environmental impact.
Stakeholders noted that wider adoption of these practices would not only lower operational costs for industries but also support Nigeria’s climate goals and long-term economic sustainability.