The Minister of State, Petroleum Resources (Oil), Sen. Heineken Lokpobiri has expressed his excitement over the announcement of Nigeria as the country to host the African Energy Bank, TheMediaGood Newspaper can report.
Minister of Petroleum Resources (Oil)
The Minister, Sen. Lokpobiri remarked on his official X (formerly Twitter) handle: ‘I am delighted to share that Nigeria has been selected to host the headquarters of the African Energy Bank!’
‘This prestigious honor is a testament to our country’s leadership and commitment in the energy sector.’
‘As the Minister for Petroleum Resources[Oil], I am incredibly proud of this achievement. The African Energy Bank will be a cornerstone for financing and advancing energy projects across Africa, promoting innovation, sustainability, and economic growth.’
‘This is a remarkable victory for Nigeria and the entire African continent. It symbolizes our collective efforts to harness and develop our rich energy resources for a brighter, more sustainable future.’
‘Thank you to everyone who made this possible. Together, we are shaping the future of energy in Africa, starting right here in Nigeria!’
African Energy Bank is a US$ 5 billion institution aimed at supporting Africa’s energy transition.