Newton Ovie, Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Sector Skills Council for Agriculture (SSC4A), has emphasized the critical role of renewable energy in transforming Nigeria’s agricultural sector, particularly for rural farmers.
In an exclusive interview with Nairametrics, Ovie highlighted how sustainable energy solutions could eliminate post-harvest losses, ensure year-round farming, and improve food security across the country.
According to him, “Renewable energy can reduce energy costs, ensure year-round farming, and finally eliminate post-harvest losses. Once this is achieved, we can be assured of a boost in food production that is reflected across the value-chain till it gets to the final consumer.”