The Young Innovators of Nigeria (YIN) says Africa’s renewable energy potential, if well harnessed, can power inclusive growth, create millions of jobs and position the continent as a global leader in climate action.
Mr Andrew Abu, Chief Executive Officer of YIN, said this in a statement on Monday, in Abuja ahead of its third edition of Technology Ecosystem Dialogue (TED 2025).
Expected to hold on Sept. 26, Abu said the theme of the TED dialogue would be: `Green Tech and Energy Revolution: Transforming Businesses and Societies in Nigeria.`
“Africa’s renewable energy has the potential to drive inclusive growth, create millions of jobs and position the continent as a global climate leader.
“For Nigerian youths, the green economy is a gateway to innovation, startups, agritech, digital infrastructure and energy access.
“TED 2025 is more than a conference, it is a rallying call for young Africans to seize the green energy revolution as a generational opportunity.
“Green Tech is about jobs, resilient businesses and securing Africa’s place in the sustainable digital economy,” Abu said.
He said that discussions at the event would include innovation panels and policy dialogues on energy access, artificial intelligence and blockchain in energy sector, and youth-driven green innovation.
He further said in partnership with Rural Electrification Agency (REA) and the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure the organisation would hold a national innovation Hackathon on energy.
Abu urged stakeholders, investors, technology enthusiasts and experts to participate in the dialogue, describing it as a defining moment for Africa’s sustainable energy future.
The event would be hosted in collaboration with REA and the National Assembly Committee on Renewable Energy.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that TED is a flagship programme of YIN, that brings together technology leaders, government officials and innovators to discuss challenges and opportunities in Nigeria’s digital and energy ecosystem.
