IHS Nigeria Highlights Sustainability Initiatives at Sustainability Table Discourse Series
IHS Nigeria, a subsidiary of IHS Holding Limited, operators of shared telecommunications infrastructure, has reiterated its dedication to promoting sustainability, environmental responsibility, and community empowerment through responsible telecom infrastructure development.
The reaffirmation was made during the Sustainability Table Discourse Series (STS) themed “Sustainability in Action: Scaling the Impact of a Thriving Future to Achieve the SDGs,” where industry leaders, policymakers, and private sector stakeholders gathered to discuss innovative approaches, collaboration, and circular economy models vital for Nigeria’s sustainability goals.
Represented by Gimba Mohammed, Director of Government and External Relations at IHS Nigeria, and delivering the keynote address titled “Sustainability in Action: Scaling Impact for a Thriving Future Through Sustainable Telecommunications Infrastructure,” the company emphasized that sustainability remains at the core of IHS Nigeria’s strategic vision.
“Sustainability is ingrained in our corporate values and reflected in every aspect of our operations—from powering sites sustainably to fostering community development and upholding ethical practices,” Gimba stated.
He highlighted Project Green, a flagship initiative within IHS Group’s broader carbon reduction strategy. “Through Project Green, we have drastically reduced diesel consumption by nearly 50 million liters, fitted over 6,000 sites in Nigeria with hybrid energy solutions, and connected nearly 4,000 sites to the national grid,” he explained.
Beyond renewable energy efforts, IHS Nigeria has actively engaged in environmental and community initiatives, including planting 4,000 trees across eight states, installing solar streetlights in underserved communities, and partnering with Green Hope Africa on the Climate Action Superheroes (CASH) program, which educates students to become climate ambassadors.
The company’s work in e-waste management was also spotlighted, notably its collaboration with the Electronic Producers Responsibility Organisation of Nigeria (EPRON). “We trained over 200 participants and established 69 waste collection centers across six states and the FCT, promoting sustainable waste management practices,” Gimba added.
During a panel discussion, Ghaith Al Hasan, Director of Engineering and Design at IHS Nigeria, underscored the importance of partnerships and technology in scaling sustainability efforts. “Today, IHS operates renewable energy systems at over 10,000 sites across Nigeria, demonstrating what can be achieved through innovation and a shared commitment,” he said.
From a regulatory perspective, Grace Majekodunmi of NESREA explained Nigeria’s adoption of the circular economy model, emphasizing producers’ responsibility for the lifecycle of their products to minimize waste through Extended Producer Responsibility frameworks.
Aisha Raheem-Bolarinwa, CEO of Farmz2U, highlighted the role of technology and collaboration in building climate-resilient agricultural value chains, noting that infrastructure and policy support are crucial for farmers to fully benefit from digital solutions.
Addressing financing, Adaobi Nnorukah of ARM-Harith Infrastructure Limited stressed the importance of early engagement with investors. “Securing climate infrastructure funding begins with involving institutional investors from the outset, which helps mitigate risks and ensures project sustainability,” she said.
Concluding his remarks, Gimba reaffirmed IHS Nigeria’s ongoing commitment to sustainable growth, emphasizing that the company aims to connect communities not only digitally but also environmentally and socially.
“At IHS Nigeria, our goal is to scale impact through sustainable infrastructure that empowers communities and protects our environment,” he stated.