Accelerating Action: Celebrating Women Powering Progress in the Electricity Sector #IWD2025

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Across the world, women are breaking boundaries, leading innovation, and driving action in industries that shape the future, and the electricity sector is no exception. This International Women’s Day 2025, with the theme #AccelerateAction, BuyPower is celebrating the remarkable contributions of women powering the energy sector globally and across Africa.

As the world pushes towards sustainable development, gender equality is critical in accelerating progress. For Nigeria, where reliable electricity is key to economic growth and improved quality of life, empowering women in the energy sector is a matter of inclusion and a driving force for national development.

What Does Accelerate Action Mean?

The #AccelerateAction theme is a global call to fast-track progress towards gender equality. It highlights the urgent need to break down barriers and create more opportunities for women in all sectors, especially in male-dominated industries like energy and technology.

In Nigeria, where millions still lack access to reliable electricity, empowering women in the electricity sector isn't just about fairness; it's about creating innovative solutions that drive progress in homes, businesses, and communities.

When women are part of decision-making processes, industries thrive. Studies by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) show that companies with higher gender diversity perform better and are more innovative, proving that including women in the energy sector can directly impact the growth of a country like Nigeria.

Women Powering the Electricity Sector Globally and in Africa

While the electricity industry is traditionally male-dominated, women across the globe are making groundbreaking strides. These women are not only shaping the future of energy but also inspiring others to break barriers:

  • Funke Osibodu (Nigeria) – CEO of Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC), one of the few female leaders in Nigeria’s power sector. She continues to champion reforms for improved electricity access.
  • Leila Benali (Morocco) – Minister of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development in Morocco, leading the country's shift towards renewable energy.
  • Elizabeth Rogo (Kenya) – Founder of Tsavo Oilfield Services, a key player in East Africa's energy sector and advocate for women's participation in energy and technology.
  • Zouera Youssoufou (Nigeria) – Managing Director of Aliko Dangote Foundation, leading energy projects that focus on empowering women in rural communities through access to electricity.

Why Women Matter in the Electricity Sector

Women play a critical role in energy access, both as users and providers. In many Nigerian households, women are the primary energy managers making daily decisions about electricity usage for cooking, lighting, and business operations.

However, their influence is often left out of conversations around energy solutions and policies. By accelerating action to involve more women in the electricity value chain, we can unlock greater progress in the following:

  • Energy Innovation: Women bring diverse perspectives that can lead to more inclusive and sustainable energy solutions.
  • Community Development: Women in rural areas can act as community agents, promoting the adoption of new energy technologies.
  • Economic Growth: Access to electricity empowers female entrepreneurs to expand their businesses and increase their income.

How BuyPower is Accelerating Action

At BuyPower, we're not just providing electricity; we're building an inclusive future where everyone has the power to thrive.

Here's how we're championing women in energy:

  • Women in Leadership: Over 50% of our customer support team is made up of women delivering exceptional service daily.
  • Tech for Women: Our platform makes it easier for female entrepreneurs to power their businesses with stress-free electricity payments.
  • Community Outreach: We're working on partnerships to provide electricity access to underserved communities, especially women-led households in rural areas.Skills Development: We're committed to supporting more women in tech roles like software development and product management through mentorship and training.

Accelerating Nigeria’s Growth Through Women Empowerment

A country’s growth is directly tied to how well it empowers its women. Nigeria cannot achieve its energy goals without actively including women in the electricity value chain, from policy-making to service delivery.

By investing in women, Nigeria can:

  • Boost innovation in renewable energy solutions
  • Improve energy access in underserved communities
  • Drive economic empowerment for millions of female entrepreneurs
  • Close the gender gap in the workforce

Accelerating action means creating a future where no woman is left behind, a future where every girl can dream of becoming a leader in the energy sector.

Join the Movement – Accelerate Action

This International Women's Day, let's not just celebrate women; let's accelerate action towards a more inclusive energy future.

Here's how you can join us:

  • Support female-owned businesses by paying for their electricity through BuyPower.ng
  • Share stories of inspiring women in your community using the hashtag #AccelerateAction
  • Encourage women and girls to pursue careers in technology and energy

Powering Women, Powering Progress

At BuyPower, we're committed to creating a world where electricity isn't just powering homes; it's powering equal opportunities and brighter futures for women across Nigeria.

Together, let's accelerate action and light up a future where every woman has the power to thrive. Happy International Women's Day!

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