Schneider Electric, a world leader in industrial automation and energy management, announced that it is commemorating 25 years of business in Nigeria and reaffirming its dedication to industrial development, technical education, and sustainability in the nation.
Schneider Electric’s 25-year impact on Nigeria’s economy
The French multinational claimed to have offered digital energy solutions to vital industries like manufacturing, oil and gas, construction, hospitality, and consumer goods since joining the Nigerian market in 2000.
The success of its operations in Nigeria was also attributed to its regional expansion and influence in neighbouring countries, such as Ghana and Sierra Leone.
According to a statement from the country president, Ajibola Akindele MFR, the company’s 25-year history in Nigeria is consistent with its global strategy of facilitating energy access and advancing the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.
“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,” he said.
Schneider Electric’s Corporate Social Responsibility
Schneider Electric claimed to have trained thousands of Nigerian students through partnerships with more than 25 technical training centres throughout the nation.
It continued that more than 100 teacher missions have been conducted to give educators the tools they need to develop the next generation of professionals in the industrial and energy sectors.
The business has also made investments in digital infrastructure, green skill development, and community empowerment. It recently opened a 200-seat multimodal testing facility in Rivers State to facilitate digital learning and testing procedures.
Bridging employment gap
Akindele claims that Schneider Electric now employs over 250 people in Nigeria, up from 40 at the beginning. In addition, the company supports thousands of indirect jobs nationwide through its more than 300 partners, which include distributors, retailers, contractors, system integrators, and panel builders.
With the opening of a new office in Nigeria in 2024, the company bolstered its presence and demonstrated its long-term growth strategy in West Africa. In the same year, the Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association named Schneider Electric the “Employer of the Year” in the Energy and Utilities Sector.
“We are committed to shaping the future of energy and automation in Nigeria and across the African continent. Our focus remains on innovation, sustainability, and inclusive development,” Akindele said.
Schneider Electric employs more than 150,000 people worldwide and operates in more than 100 countries.