CHAPTER 19: - Rights of all Peoples to Economic, Social and Cultural Development: - Article 22
1. Constitutional Measure
Though there is no express declaration or guarantee of the above right under the Nigerian
Constitution, it is evident that chapter two of the Constitution obligates the State to ensure
the following through its policy measures: a) the State shall, within the context of the ideals and objectives for which
provisions are made in this Constitution: - harness the resources of the nation
and promote national prosperity and an efficient, dynamic and self-reliant
economy; control the national economy in such manner as to secure the
maximum welfare, freedom and happiness of every citizen on the basis of social
justice and equality of status and opportunity; without prejudice to the right of
any person to participate in areas of the economy within the major sectors of
the economy, protect the right of every citizen to engage in any economic
activities outside the major sectors of the economy.
b) The State shall direct its policy towards ensuring that- all citizens, without
discrimination on any group whatsoever, have the opportunity for securing
adequate means of livelihood as well as adequate opportunity to secure suitable
employment; conditions of work are just and humane, and that there are
adequate facilities for leisure and for social, religious and cultural life; the health,
safety and welfare of all persons in employment are safeguarded and not
endangered or abused; there are adequate medical and health facilities for all
persons; there is equal pay for equal work without discrimination on account of
sex, or on any other ground whatsoever; children, young persons and the aged
are protected against any exploitation whatsoever, and against moral and
material neglect; provision is made for public assistance in deserving cases or
other conditions of need; and the evolution and promotion of family life is
encouraged.
c) The State shall - protect, preserve and promote the Nigerian cultures which
enhance human dignity and are consistent with the fundamental objectives as
provided in this Chapter two; and encourage development of technological and
scientific studies which enhance cultural values.
2. Sustainable Energy for All Action Agenda 2016-2030
Energy Access
To increase electricity access from the current aggregate level of 40% (urban=65%, and
rural=28%) in 2015 to 75% (urban= 90%, and rural= 60%) by 2020
- By 2030, the population share living without electricity supplies will drop from the current
60% in 2015 of the total population down to about 10%.
- To replace 50% of traditional firewood consumption for cooking by improved cook stove
technology by 2020
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Renewable Energy
- The electricity generation capacity will increase from the present grid supply of 4,500 MW in
2015 to 115,000 MW by 2030
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