FG Unveils Clean Cooking Policy Framework, Inaugurates National E-Cooking Steering C’ttee

Nigeria is taking a significant step towards cleaner energy with the unveiling of its policy framework for clean cooking technologies. The federal government has also established the National E-Cooking Steering Committee to coordinate and bolster the implementation of the National Clean Cooking Policy.

At a workshop in Abuja, Dr. Salihu Usman, Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Environment, stated that the government has laid the essential groundwork. He emphasized that the success of the transition now hinges on collective action and robust partnerships involving development partners, the private sector, academia, and civil society. Usman highlighted that adopting e-cooking technologies would not only help Nigeria meet its climate commitments but also improve public health, foster renewable energy use, create green jobs, and strengthen domestic manufacturing capabilities.

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Government has provided the necessary policy framework. The success of implementation now depends on our collective commitment and partnership.

Echoing the call for action, Dr. David Awolala, Country Director of AGNES Nigeria, described clean cooking as one of Nigeria's most pressing development, climate, and public health challenges. He stressed that clean cooking should be elevated from a mere household energy issue to a national development priority, impacting health, environment, energy, climate action, and economic development. Awolala pointed out that successful implementation requires affordable appliances and reliable electricity, which will significantly reduce household air pollution, enhance energy efficiency, stimulate local businesses, expand energy access, and support Nigeria's global climate commitments.

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Clean cooking cannot be treated only as a household energy issue. It is a national priority that cuts across health, environment, energy, climate action and economic development.