The Bartholomew Nnaji One: Power Sector Reform | One2One (S1 Ep11) – full interview

How can Nigeria solve its decades-long power crisis and build a reliable energy future? ⚡🇳🇬

In this hugely insightful episode of One2One, Tokunbo Shitta-Bey discusses with Professor Bartholomew Nnaji, renowned engineer, energy policy expert, and founder of Geometric Power Limited, Nigeria’s first privately owned integrated power utility.

A two-time Minister of the Federal Republic, Professor Nnaji shares his groundbreaking work in power sector reform, the challenges of delivering electricity across Nigeria, and the innovations needed to transform energy into the backbone of national development.

🎯 In this conversation, you’ll learn about:
• Why Nigeria’s power challenges persist and how to overcome them
• The story behind Geometric Power and integrated utilities
• Lessons from leading reforms in Nigeria’s energy sector
• The role of science, technology, and policy in national growth
• His vision for powering Nigeria’s future through innovation

⏱️ Chapters:
0:00 Intro – Welcome to One2One
0:20 Meet Prof. Bartholomew Nnaji – Engineer & Energy Reformer
2:15 Nigeria’s Enduring Power Crisis Explained
5:40 The Geometric Power Story – Innovation in Action
9:00 Lessons from Serving as Minister of Power
12:45 Science, Technology & Policy for National Growth
16:10 The Future of Energy in Nigeria
19:30 Final Reflections – Building Sustainable Power for Generations

👤 About the Guest:
Professor Bartholomew Nnaji is a globally renowned engineer, academic, and energy expert. Founder and Chairman of Geometric Power Limited — Nigeria’s first privately owned integrated power utility — he has played a pioneering role in advancing electricity generation, transmission, and distribution. A two-time Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Professor Nnaji remains a leading advocate for innovation, reform, and sustainable energy solutions.

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📺 About One2One:
One2one ("The one2one Show") is a Nigerian television interview and talk show hosted by Tokunbo Shitta-Bey and broadcast internationally as an audio and video podcast.

Tokunbo Shitta-Bey engages thinkers, politicians, athletes, entertainers, scientists and business leaders in "Game-changing discussions on the BIG IDEAS that shape our thinking and help move society forward". One2One's comfortable, calm setting and conversational style format provide an engaging and intimate atmosphere for thought-provoking and intellectual dialogue, offering a unique perspective on current events and shaping the public understanding of important issues.

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