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Nigeria, Norway To Join Forces In Energy Production For Businesses

10 months ago
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Norwegian Ambassador to Nigeria, Svein Baera, has emphasised the urgent need for Nigeria and Norway to fortify collaboration on energy production.

Ambassador Baera, who made the call at an event hosted by the Nigerian Norwegian Chamber of Commerce (NNCC) in Lagos, underscored the need for strong collaboration by both nations on energy production, highlighting its significance in fostering economic growth, job creation, and community development.

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“The key issue is for both countries to produce enough energy for businesses to thrive and for people to have jobs,” he declared, envisioning a collaborative effort that would benefit both nations.

Baera pointed out a specific example of the positive impact of such collaboration, citing a company delivering solar energy to businesses in Nigeria.

He hailed the initiative as a win-win, as it not only reduced costs for Nigerian companies but also contributed to environmental sustainability by replacing polluted energy with cleaner alternatives.

Chijioke Igwe, Chairman of the NNCC, echoed the sentiment, emphasising the existing flourishing relationship between Nigeria and Norway in various sectors, including oil and gas, agriculture, renewable energy, and technology.

Igwe envisioned the event as a crucial platform to facilitate interactions between businesses from both countries, exploring mutually beneficial opportunities.

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Looking ahead, Igwe outlined the NNCC’s plans for the year, which involve engaging government officials in the first quarter to discuss business plans.

The chamber aims to host events throughout the year, including breakfast sessions where government representatives will enlighten the business community about specific opportunities in various sectors.

The Norwegian Ambassador’s call for an enhanced energy partnership serves as a pivotal moment in the bilateral relations between Nigeria and Norway, promising positive outcomes for economic development and sustainable energy practices.

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