The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has proposed measures to enhance industrial energy security and grid optimisation to restore industrial competitiveness. MAN urged the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) to approve Eligible Customer status for contiguous industrial clusters, allowing them to enter direct bulk Power Purchase Agreements with Generation Companies. The association also suggested a matching-grant facility through the Bank of Industry to reduce upfront costs for manufacturers investing in captive solar photovoltaic systems and battery storage. MAN called for urgent steps to reverse the country's declining industrial fortunes, reduce import dependence, and unlock sustainable growth.
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