The administrations of Imo and Enugu states have caused a stir by threatening to fine their inhabitants up to N88,000 for utilizing solar panels and generators and given them a seven-day ultimatum. With the goal of reducing “environmentally unfriendly activities,” this directive has drawn a lot of attention and criticism.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
The policy, which cites environmental laws related to carbon emissions, has been met with widespread confusion and anger.
Residents who rely on alternative energy sources due to frequent power outages are questioning the rationale behind penalizing renewable energy use.
In a recent post on X, Critics argue that this move is counterproductive and detrimental to both environmental and economic well-being.
The public has expressed frustration over what they perceive as government overreach and the stifling of efforts towards sustainable energy solutions.
Many are calling for a reversal of the policy, citing the importance of renewable energy in addressing Nigeria’s power challenges.
The fines, which range from N88,000 for individuals to N2 million for businesses, have been deemed excessive and punitive.
The move has also raised concerns about the government’s commitment to environmental sustainability and its willingness to support innovative solutions to the country’s energy crisis.
As the deadline for compliance approaches, residents are left wondering about the government’s next move.
Will they reconsider the policy, or will they continue down a path that seems to contradict their stated goals of promoting sustainable development and reducing carbon emissions? Only time will tell.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
