Schneider Electric Innovation Day 2025: Driving Nigeria’s Energy Transformation
Schneider Electric hosted its Innovation Day Nigeria 2025 in Lagos under the theme “Competitive Advantage Through Automation and Sustainability.” The event brought together over 400 customers, 70 C-level executives, government officials, and industry leaders to explore how digital innovation can accelerate Nigeria’s energy transition and industrial development.
Key Participants and Partnerships
Prominent figures attended, including Adebayo Adelabu, Minister of Power; Folake Soetan, CEO of Ikeja Electric; Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi, DG & CEO of the Energy Commission of Nigeria; Laurent Favier, Consul General of France; and Anita Otubu, Senior Director, Universal Energy Facility (UEF). Schneider Electric executives, led by Walid Sheta, Zone President Middle East & Africa, highlighted ongoing collaboration with government and private institutions to drive energy access, efficiency, and sustainability.
Empowering Nigeria’s Energy Sector
Ajibola Akindele, Schneider Electric Country President for English-Speaking Africa, emphasized the company’s role in electrifying, automating, and digitizing 95% of Nigeria’s energy infrastructure. Over 25 years, Schneider Electric expanded from one employee to more than 200, supporting critical sectors including power, data centers, buildings, telecoms, and manufacturing.
Driving Workforce and Community Impact
Schneider Electric partners with over 400 organizations across Nigeria, generating more than 3,000 jobs. Initiatives such as technical training programs at universities, including Ibadan, Yabatech, and Akure, have trained over 13,000 youths in energy and technical skills. Projects like the Bonny Multimodal Centre deliver uninterrupted clean energy for education, ensuring students benefit from modern, reliable power.
Government Collaboration and Policy Support
Representing the Minister of Power, Adedayo Olowoniyi reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to supporting innovation, energy efficiency, and sustainable growth. Policy reforms, infrastructure development, and expanded access are key to attracting private investment and transforming the national power sector.
Four Megatrends Shaping the Future of Energy
Energy Transition
Electrification is accelerating across industries, buildings, and homes. Nigeria aims to increase renewable energy from 10% today to 30% by 2030 and 40–55% by 2060. Meeting this demand requires more generation capacity and advanced energy solutions to drive economic transformation.
Digitization and AI
Rapid adoption of AI and digital technologies is reshaping energy management. Schneider Electric, in partnership with NVIDIA, leverages AI-powered solutions like EcoStruxure for Data Centres to reduce energy consumption, operational costs, and CO2 emissions while enhancing system efficiency.
Infrastructure Development
Modern, efficient infrastructure is critical for Nigeria’s growing population and urbanization. Investments in energy, transportation, and industrial systems are needed to support Net Zero goals by 2060 and sustainable economic growth.
Global Rebalancing
Countries are prioritizing energy sovereignty, data security, and local content. Schneider Electric combines global expertise with local impact, offering solutions that strengthen communities while advancing sustainability.
Showcasing EcoStruxure Success Stories
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Eko Atlantic City: Schneider electrified 99% of the city using EcoStruxure for Buildings, ensuring scalable, uninterrupted power.
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Smart Factory, Lexington, USA: Achieved a 25% energy reduction, 20% lower equipment downtime, and 78% CO2 reduction.
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National Electricity Company, Senegal: EcoStruxure for Power and Grid cut recovery time from three hours to three minutes, saving 10 GWh annually.
Industrial Panel Session: Unlocking Nigeria’s Energy Future
Curated by Business Day, the panel explored policy, innovation, and investment strategies to accelerate Nigeria’s energy transition. Experts discussed how collaboration between government, private sector, and technology providers can drive sustainable growth.
Schneider Electric: Driving Sustainable Growth
Schneider Electric delivers integrated hardware, software, and digital services for energy and industrial automation. By electrifying, automating, and digitizing industries, businesses, and homes, the company supports efficiency, resilience, and sustainability across Nigeria and beyond.