Schneider Electric Celebrates 25 Years of Industrial and Social Impact in Nigeria.pdf

Over the years, Schneider Electric has delivered sustainable solutions across critical sectors including consumer packaged goods (CPG), oil and gas, manufacturing, hospitality, residential, and construction.

Speaking, Ajibola Akindele MFR, Country President, Schneider Electric, highlighted Schneider’s expansion to other African countries as a reflection of dedication to their core mission in providing access to energy and supporting the United Nations 2030 Sustainable Development Goals since 2015, “Schneider Electric has actively contributed to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals by United Nations in Affordable and Clean Energy, Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure, Decent Work and Economic Growth, Quality Education, Sustainable Cities and Communities, Responsible Consumption and Production, and Climate Action. From powering tech cities to securing pipelines with our EcoStruxure IoT solutions, sustainability has remained at the heart of our mission as we deliver impactful, future-ready solutions.

“Similarly, we have successfully expanded our business footprint into Ghana, Sierra Leone and other African countries,” he said.

Ajibola further spoke on key milestones the company has achieved over the course of the 25 years presence, “As part of our commitment to technical education and workforce development we have established over 25 training centre partnerships across Nigeria, trained thousands of  students, executed more than a hundred teacher missions, and equipped educators with the skills to nurture the next generation of energy industry professionals. In addition, thousands of individuals have been trained within communities, reinforcing Schneider Electric’s dedication to community empowerment and green skills development,” he said.

Schneider Electric has significantly contributed to Nigeria’s job creation market and regional expansion with a workforce growth from 40 to 250+ employees in Nigeria, a partner base of 300 including distributors, retailers, contractors, system integrators, and panel builders. Through its partners, Schneider Electric has created thousands of jobs in Nigeria, contributing to Schneider Electric’s global network of over 6 million partners.

As part of Schneider Electric’s commitment to innovation and community development, the company established a 200-capacity multi-modal testing facility in Rivers State, providing critical support for digital learning and examination processes.

In 2024, Schneider Electric reinforced its presence in Nigeria with the launch of a new office, a move that corroborates its long-term vision for growth and sustainability in the region. The company’s contributions to the industry were further recognized in 2024 when it was awarded "Employer of the Year" in the Energy and Utilities Sector by the Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA), a testament to its commitment to workplace excellence and employee development.

As Schneider Electric marks this milestone, the company remains steadfast in its mission to drive innovation, sustainability, and inclusive progress in Nigeria and across the African continent. “Looking ahead, we are committed to shaping the future of energy and automation, supporting economic development and empowering communities through technology.” Akindele said.

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