Tinubu Touches Down in Tanzania for the Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has landed in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, to participate in the highly anticipated Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit, scheduled to kick off on January 27, 2025....CONTINUE READING>>>

The President, who arrived at 10:20 p.m. local time (8:20 p.m. Nigerian time), was warmly welcomed by Tanzania’s Foreign Minister, Amb. Mahmoud Thabit Kombo, and Nigeria’s Chargé d’Affaires, Ambassador Salisu Suleiman.

What’s the Summit All About?

This two-day event, hosted by the Tanzanian government alongside the African Union, African Development Bank Group, and the World Bank Group, is dedicated to solving one of Africa’s most pressing challenges: universal energy access.

Here’s how the summit will unfold:

• Day 1: Representatives from various countries, including Nigeria, will unveil their national energy strategies—called compacts—detailing plans to ensure energy access for all within five years.
• Day 2: Heads of state will unite to endorse the Dar es Salaam Energy Declaration, a game-changing roadmap designed to accelerate Africa’s energy revolution.

Tinubu’s Mission at the Summit

President Tinubu is set to deliver a powerful statement reaffirming Nigeria’s commitment to achieving universal energy access. He will also spotlight the country’s ongoing clean energy initiatives and share strategies for driving sustainable energy delivery across the continent.

As a leading voice in Africa’s energy landscape, Tinubu’s participation underscores Nigeria’s leadership in addressing the continent’s energy challenges.

Who’s on Tinubu’s Team?

Accompanying the President is an impressive delegation of officials, including:

• Amb. Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu
• Mr. Adebayo Adelabu, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs
• Minister of Power
• Mr. Olu Verheijen, Special Adviser to the President on Energy

Why This Matters

The Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit isn’t just another conference—it’s a critical step toward transforming energy access across the continent. With leaders like President Tinubu driving the conversation, Africa is taking bold strides toward a sustainable and equitable energy future.

Stay tuned for updates as the summit unfolds and Africa charts a new course in energy accessibility.