The Nigerian authorities were encouraged over the weekend to abandon the present national grid system and adopt a micro-grid or smart grid structure by Kodion Energy, a smart electricity and consultancy business.
The firm insisted that Nigeria would not be able to address its power problems with the current setup in a century according to Arise News.
Millions of Nigerians remain without access to consistent electricity despite our potential, with rural communities suffering the most from this imbalance.
The CEO of Kodion Energy and Kodion Consulting, Joshua Okorie, warned that “Nigeria’s colonial rulers’ grid will not meet the country’s energy demands until it embraces modernity.” He made this statement during an online interview with a limited group of media in Abuja.
Okorie whose firm has operations in China, Arkansas, the US, and Nigeria argued that Nigeria needs an embedded power infrastructure that allows each state to meet its own power needs.
He claims that “The company has constructed some of the largest transformers in the US and that, given the correct conditions, it could do the same in Nigeria.
“We are now constructing 25 and 50 KV to power Umuahia. To power the equipment required to make our transformers, we need a plant in Enugu, emphasizing that the Umuahia transformers had been sent to the US for testing.”
Despite the fact that he works and resides in the United States, he mentioned that he has never ceased considering ways to support Nigeria in its quest for energy sufficiency.
“We recognize the seriousness of Nigeria’s electrical situation, and I’m here to provide a solution that not only solves our current problems but also positions Nigeria as a global leader in solar and clean energy.
“Nigeria has long been positioned to take the lead in renewable energy because to its enormous potential, abundant resources, and hardy populace. Nevertheless, millions of Nigerians lack access to dependable energy despite our potential, with rural populations suffering the most as a result.
“The figures are astounding: More than 76% of Nigerians living in rural areas do not have access to electricity, and there are an estimated 90 million people without power in the country,” he said.
However, he stated that these difficulties also present a chance for Nigeria to make use of its plentiful solar resources and advance towards a sustainable energy future, with the corporation prepared to lead the way.
Strongly rooted in energy, information technology and cutting-edge AI solutions, Okorie clarified that his goal is to use cutting-edge AI-enabled hybrid transformers to power Nigerian cities one at a time with continuous, round-the-clock electricity.
“There is a pretty easy solution. Dismantle the grid and create a microgrid instead. The Nigerian grid is rife with issues due to insurgencies and other forms of instability, therefore fixing it won’t happen.
If you were asking, I believe it would be quicker for me to travel to, say, Benin City and begin there. “The national grid will never function in Nigeria. Even In a century, it won’t function.
“The majority of states in America are following Texas’ lead, as isolating a grid makes it easier to study why it fails. And if you have enough, you may then gradually move it to the next grid. The 21st century of energy transmission is what it’s known as”, he claimed.
He says that unless Nigeria adopts the embedded power system, the grid system that the colonial overlords established would continue to pose a threat to the country.
Cluster theory is only applicable in the context of smart grid systems. It only functions there. There isn’t an alternative. The grid was constructed a very long time ago. It was created during a British colony and has subsequently been improved, he continued.
According to Okorie, the firm’s dedication to in-depth investigation and creativity is what makes it unique. He emphasized that, in contrast to traditional methods, the company customizes its solutions to meet the specific requirements of each place, guaranteeing maximum effectiveness and performance.
“Our technology is a game-changer for Nigerian communities since it ensures 20 years of uninterrupted power supply, a result of years of study and development.
However, our influence goes beyond only electricity. More than 100 direct and 150 indirect employment will be generated for every megawatt of solar energy produced. We will not just be powering cities but also empowering communities.
Our dedication to fostering local manufacturing and skill development guarantees that our projects will provide power and stimulate economic expansion.
Furthermore, the focus of our technology is sustainability rather than merely electricity. We can lessen climate change, cut carbon emissions, and clear the path for a cleaner, greener future by using renewable energy.
He said, “Our projects are eligible for carbon credits, which opens up additional funding and opportunities for Nigeria on the international scene.”
According to him, the firm produces its own solar technology and aims to illuminate Nigeria for all the positive outcomes that may be attained with reliable power.
But we can’t handle this on our own. We invite stakeholders, investors, and the Nigerian government to accompany us on this revolutionary adventure. “By working together, we can harness the power of Nigeria, enable its citizens, and pave the path for a sustainable and prosperous future,” he emphasized.
