Lagos Energy Reforms to Transform Facility Management Practice, Drive Sustainable Growth

The International Facility Management Association (IFMA), Nigeria Chapter, is rolling out strategic initiatives to bolster professional capacity and equip facility managers for Nigeria's dynamic energy landscape. These efforts aim to foster a more resilient facility management industry through deeper collaboration with government and the private sector.

Key initiatives announced include the establishment of an IFMA Learning and Innovation Centre, a dedicated Research and Development Platform, and an industry-wide Talent Bank. The association also plans to expand partnerships focused on Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) to address Nigeria's facility management skills gap. Sheriff Daramola, President of IFMA Nigeria, stated the association's commitment to creating a robust ecosystem that provides professionals with the necessary knowledge, technology, and practical skills.

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The association remains committed to creating a stronger ecosystem that equips professionals with the knowledge, technology and practical skills required to meet the changing demands of the industry.

The proposed Learning and Innovation Centre will function as a hub for training, certification, and corporate collaboration. The Talent Bank aims to improve recruitment by connecting employers with verified professionals, while the Research and Development Platform will generate data-driven solutions for energy efficiency, workplace experience, asset performance, and facility management technology.

Lagos State's Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Mr. Biodun Ogunleye, highlighted that the state's electricity sector reforms are opening new avenues for facility managers. He explained that the Lagos State Electricity Law and the creation of institutions like the Lagos State Electricity Regulatory Commission (LASERC) and the Lagos Independent System Operator (LAISO) are foundational to a competitive electricity market that encourages investment and innovation, positioning facility managers as strategic partners in delivering sustainable infrastructure.

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The Lagos State Electricity Law and the establishment of key institutions such as the Lagos State Electricity Regulatory Commission (LASERC), Lagos Independent System Operator (LAISO) and Lagos State Electrification Agency (LSEA) have laid the foundation for a competitive electricity market that encourages investment, innovation and reliable energy supply.