Course description
INTRODUCTION
Electricity is fundamental to economic growth, education, healthcare delivery, security, and overall quality of life. Yet, a significant portion of Nigeria’s rural population remains without access to reliable and affordable electricity. Rural electrification is a cornerstone of national development and a critical driver for reducing poverty, creating jobs, and achieving equitable access to opportunities.
This conference seeks to address the persistent challenges and explore innovative solutions for extending sustainable energy access to rural communities. It will bring together policymakers, energy experts, community leaders, investors, development partners, and technology providers to explore practical strategies, partnerships, and financing mechanisms that can accelerate rural electrification in Nigeria. The event will showcase off-grid and mini-grid solutions, explore renewable energy technologies, and emphasise inclusive energy policies that leave no one behind.
By the end of this conference, participants will be able to:
- understand the critical role of rural electrification in socio-economic development;
- identify barriers to energy access in rural and underserved areas;
- explore renewable and hybrid energy technologies suitable for rural electrification;
- develop strategies for scaling off-grid and mini-grid energy solutions;
- evaluate public-private partnership models and financing mechanisms for rural energy projects;
- assess policies, regulatory frameworks, and incentives that support rural energy access;
- engage communities and build local capacity for sustainable energy systems;
- leverage data and digital tools for planning and monitoring electrification programs; and
- promote gender-inclusive and socially equitable energy access strategies.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
- Officials from Ministries of Power, Environment, Agriculture, and Rural Development
- Rural Electrification Agency (REA) and state energy departments
- Renewable energy companies and mini-grid developers
- Public utilities and electricity distribution companies
- Investors, development finance institutions, and donor agencies
- Community-based organizations and rural development NGOs
- Researchers and academic institutions working on energy access
- Local government authorities and rural community leaders
- Technical and vocational training institutions
- ICT and digital solutions providers for energy monitoring
- Gender and social inclusion advocates in energy access
What will i learn?
- • understand the critical role of rural electrification in socio-economic development
- • identify barriers to energy access in rural and underserved areas
- • explore renewable and hybrid energy technologies suitable for rural electrification
- • evaluate public-private partnership models and financing mechanisms for rural energy projects
- • leverage data and digital tools for planning and monitoring electrification programs
Requirements
CIKDP 2027 GLOBAL TRAINING VENUES
The 2027 events will be hosted across our international centres.
All dates are for 2027 unless otherwise stated.
EUROPE
Germany – Hotel CityLight, Berlin / Gisma University | €1,995 Dates: Mar 15–19, Apr 12–16, May 10–14, Jun 7–11, Jul 12–16, Sep 13–17, Oct 18–22, Nov 22–26, Dec 13–17.
Austria – Radisson Blu Style Hotel, Vienna | €1,995 Dates: Mar 1–5, May 10–14, Jul 12–16, Sep 13–17, Nov 1–5, Dec 13–17.
France – ibis Paris Vaugirard Porte de Versailles, Paris | €1,995 Dates: Apr 12–16, Jun 7–11, Sep 20–24, Oct 18–22, Nov 22–26, Dec 6–10.
Portugal – Lisbon Marriott Hotel | €1,995 Dates: Feb 22–26, Apr 5–9, May 31–Jun 4, Jul 19–23, Sep 6–10, Nov 15–19.
Finland – Clarion Hotel Helsinki | €1,995 Dates: Mar 1–5, Apr 19–23, Jun 28–Jul 2, Aug 2–6, Sep 6–10, Nov 8–12.
United Kingdom – Fortis House, Barking, Essex | £1,995 Dates: Mar 15–19, Apr 19–23, Jun 7–11, Jul 12–16, Sep 6–10, Nov 8–12, Jan 25–29, 2028.
MIDDLE EAST & ASIA
Qatar – Steigenbeger Hotel & Residence, Doha | $1,995 Dates: Feb 1–5, Apr 19–23, May 31–Jun 4, Jul 12–16, Sep 13–17, Oct 4–8, Nov 29–Dec 3.
Turkey – Radisson Blu Hotel, Istanbul | $1,995 Dates: Jan 11–15, Mar 22–26, May 17–21, Jun 28–Jul 2, Aug 30–Sep 3, Nov 15–19, Dec 13–17.
Saudi Arabia – King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture, Dhahran | $1,995 Dates: Jan 25–29, Apr 12–16, May 24–28, Aug 23–27, Oct 18–22, Nov 29–Dec 3.
Singapore – Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium | $2,500 Dates: Feb 1–5, Mar 22–26, Apr 19–23, May 17–21, Jun 28–Jul 2, Aug 16–20, Sep 6–10, Oct 4–8, Nov 1–5, Dec 6–10.
Malaysia – Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur | $1,995 Dates: Jan 11–15, Mar 15–19, Jun 21–25, Sep 6–10, Oct 4–8, Nov 22–26, Dec 6–10.
AFRICA
Tanzania – Four Points by Sheraton, Dar es Salaam | $1,995 Dates: Jan 25–29, Apr 19–23, Jul 12–16, Sep 20–24, Nov 29–Dec 3.
Egypt – Radisson Blu Hotel, Cairo | $1,995 Dates: Feb 1–5, Mar 29–Apr 2, Jun 14–18, Aug 16–20, Oct 18–22, Dec 13–17.
Kenya – Emara Ole Sereni Hotel, Nairobi | $1,995 Dates: Jan 25–29, Apr 26–30, Jun 14–18, Jul 26–30, Sep 13–17, Oct 4–8, Nov 8–12, Dec 13–17.
Rwanda – Onomo Hotel, Kigali | $1,995 Dates: Jan 11–15, Feb 8–12, Mar 22–26, Apr 19–23, May 17–21, Jun 28–Jul 2, Aug 16–20, Sep 6–10, Oct 4–8, Nov 1–5.
Morocco – Four Seasons Hotel, Casablanca | $1,995 Dates: Jan 25–29, Apr 5–9, Jun 7–11, Aug 9–13, Oct 11–15, Dec 6–10.
Ghana – Airport West Hotel, Accra / GC Royal Osu | $1,500 Dates: Jan 25–29, Mar 22–26, May 17–21, Jun 21–25, Jul 26–30, Aug 23–27, Sep 20–24, Oct 25–29, Nov 22–26.
Burkina Faso – Bravia Hotel, Ouagadougou | $1,995 Dates: Apr 12–16, May 24–28, Aug 23–27, Oct 18–22.
Gambia – Prime Atlantic Hotel | $1,995 Dates: Mar 15–19, Apr 19–23, Jun 7–11, Jul 12–16, Sep 6–10, Nov 8–12.
Botswana – Protea Hotel Gaborone Masa Square | $1,995 Dates: Mar 22–26, Jun 28–Jul 2, Sep 13–17, Nov 15–19, Dec 13–17.
Namibia – Hilton Windhoek | $1,995 Dates: Mar 15–19, Jun 14–18, Aug 23–27, Nov 1–5, Dec 13–17.
Zambia – Royal Livingstone Hotel, Victoria Falls | $1,995 Dates: Mar 1–5, May 3–7, Jul 12–16, Sep 13–17, Nov 1–5, Dec 13–17.
Uganda – Kampala Serena Hotel | $1,995 Dates: Apr 26–30, May 24–28, Jul 5–9, Sep 13–17, Nov 8–12.
REGISTRATION FEE COVERS
Conference participation, airport pick-up and drop-off, training materials, daily lunch and tea breaks, certificate of participation, invitation letter, visa-support documentation, and study visits where included in the programme.
REGISTRATION FEE EXCLUDES
Flights, accommodation, visa fees, travel insurance, and personal expenses.
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