Manufacturers warn of electricity crisis in South-East
The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria’s South-East Zone is sounding the alarm over soaring electricity costs impacting the region’s industries. Lady Adaora Chukwudozie, the association’s chair, says many manufacturers are operating at less than 30% capacity due to the ongoing energy crisis. She highlighted the lack of access to the National Gas Pipeline, forcing companies to rely on expensive diesel generators. The association has launched a new initiative aimed at providing more affordable and reliable energy solutions for manufacturers.
What we know
- Lady Adaora Chukwudozie stated that most manufacturers in the South-East are operating below 30% of their installed capacity because of high electricity costs.
- The region’s manufacturers have not benefited from the National Gas Pipeline, increasing reliance on diesel generators.
- The Industrial Energy Adoption Programme has been launched to help manufacturers access sustainable and affordable energy.
- Chukwudozie praised Juddy-Bolema Industries Limited for joining the initiative and commended Prof. Chukwuma Soludo for supporting the programme.
- Other stakeholders, including Chiamaka Nnake and Green Quan, pledged support for efforts to boost industrial development in the region.
