The Chief Executive of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), Prof. Sani Haruna, has disclosed that the agency is targeting to contribute 50mw of solar energy in Nigeria by 2023.
He announced this during the closing ceremony of a week-long NASENI Skills Acquisition Training and Youth Empowerment program in Awka, Anambra State, for 100 youths on solar installation and maintenance.
According to Haruna, the agency has already established a capacity of roughly 21 Megawatts per year through its NASENI Solar Energy Limited (NSEL). In order to fill the voids left by the over 80% of imported inferior solar items that have made their way into Nigerian markets, he said that the facility is currently putting its plan to double that capacity into action. This will increase its manufacturing capacity to 50mw of solar energy.
Furthermore, he emphasized the need for technicians in the solar system electric power supply subsector to receive new training numerous times. Emphasizing that Nigeria’s economic development and independence depend on having a skilled labor force.
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Remarks on the targeted 50mw of solar energy set to be contributed by NASENI
He said, “The main factor behind the majority of unsuccessful solar installations around the nation is a lack of training. Customers find this frustrating, and some are already debating whether the solar system is a myth or a fact.”
He claimed that NASENI solar-energy systems and panels have never failed anywhere in the nation. He said, “Even yet, we are aware that some solar installations fail even before they are put into service. Even if they are identical in terms of size, no two solar system installations are ever precisely the same.
Additionally, to carry out a load survey, design, component specification and selection, component matching, and installation in that order, you must develop the necessary abilities. Solar power systems are modular, and there are particular installation, maintenance, and repair techniques as well as scientific approaches.”
The NASENI director emphasized once more that there cannot be industrial progress without a skilled labor force. Emphasizing that Nigeria cannot continue to import workers, machinery, other equipment, and even value-added raw materials for its industry.
He argued that the most crucial element of a knowledge-based economy is talented Nigerians. Additionally, he added that one of the most significant legacies of the current administration is the mandate for skilled development. Which President Muhammadu Buhari presented to NASENI.
