IHS Nigeria, HSES Partner to Promote Environmental Sustainability

IHS Nigeria, part of the IHS Holding Limited group, one of the largest independent owners, operators, and developers of shared communications infrastructure in the world by tower count, has announced a strategic collaboration with the Health Services and Environment Secretariat (HSES) of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja to promote clean energy use and improve environmental health standards in the Federal Capital Territory.

Commenting on the collaboration, CEO, IHS Nigeria, Mohamad Darwish, said: “Climate and environmental responsibility are central to our sustainability agenda. With over16,000 sites nationwide, we are fully aware of our responsibility to reduce carbon emissions and advance clean energy solutions. Our investments in solar and hybrid power solutions, totaling over $750 million in the past decade, reflect our commitment.”

Speaking on behalf of HSES, Mandate Secretary of Health Services and Environment Secretariat, Dr. Dolapo Fasawe, said: “There is no health without a clean environment. This partnership with IHS Nigeria is a demonstration of how the public and private sectors can come together to drive sustainability and safeguard the well-being of our people. Through this collaboration, we aim to showcase practical solutions that reduce carbon footprints, promote the adoption of clean cooking and energy alternatives, and inspire other states across the country to follow suit.”