Ahmad Salihijo Ahmad

thumb|Ahmad Salihijo Ahmad, CEO, Rural Electrification Agency, Nigeria Ahmad Salihijo Ahmad (born October 20, 1983) is a Nigerian Engineer and renewable energy advocate. He is the former Managing Director of Nigerian Rural Electrification Agency. Quotes An Interview with Salihijo Ahmad An Interview with Salihijo Ahmad Q::The World Bank has recently revealed plans to expand its support for energy access in Nigeria through more funding. What outcomes have emerged from its initial $350,000 support for implementing the NEP? A:The Nigeria Electrification Project is one intervention that has enabled us to accelerate the impact of renewable energy technologies such as solar hybrid mini-grids and solar home systems, while equally expanding private sector participation in the nation’s off-grid space. Salihijo Ahmad in conversation with The Energy Year Salihijo Ahmad in conversation with The Energy Year Q:: What efforts is the REA making to address power poverty? A: Nigeria has long struggled with energy poverty, and with a growing population and expanding industries, electricity demand keeps increasing. The government alone cannot bridge this energy gap, so programmes have been created to encourage private sector participation alongside public agencies. External links BBC Media Action Visits FlexiSaf Category:1983 births Category:Living people Category:Engineers from Nigeria