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By Ibrahim Obansa, Lokoja
11 August 2024 | 8:53 am
Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Ododo, has commended President Bola Tinubu for the establishment of the Barefoot Renewable Energy College in Kogi State. Governor Ododo gave the commendation over the weekend at the groundbreaking ceremony held at the Confluence University of Science and Technology, Osara, where he laid the foundation for the college along with the…
Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Ododo, has commended President Bola Tinubu for the establishment of the Barefoot Renewable Energy College in Kogi State.
Governor Ododo gave the commendation over the weekend at the groundbreaking ceremony held at the Confluence University of Science and Technology, Osara, where he laid the foundation for the college along with the Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, Uche Nnaji, and the Director General of the Energy Commission of Nigeria, Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi.
The governor expressed optimism that the project will help in addressing the negative impact of climate change by promoting renewable energy sources and adaptation in Nigeria.
He noted that the Renewable Energy College aims to empower marginalised segments of society by fostering gender equality and enhancing local resilience.
In his address at the groundbreaking ceremony, Nnaji said the groundbreaking ceremony for Nigeria’s first Renewable Energy College marks a significant moment towards sustainable development and energy transition in the country.
He maintained that the establishment of the college shows the commitment of the ministry in addressing the manpower gap in the renewable energy industry and is a step towards harnessing abundant energy resources through effective collaboration with industry players under the coordination of the Energy Commission of Nigeria.
He stressed that the success of the college will rely largely on the support of the Kogi State government, the host institution, and the community to ensure its sustainability.
He commended Governor Ododo for his immense contribution towards making the Renewable Energy College a reality and building a legacy that will benefit generations to come.
In his remarks, the Director General of the Energy Commission of Nigeria, Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi, said the Renewable Energy College is a significant milestone in the journey towards the delivery of renewable energy solutions in Nigeria.
He noted that the initiative will not only bridge the gap in manpower development but will also enhance the knowledge base in innovation and opportunities in renewable energy.
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Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Ododo, has commended President Bola Tinubu for the establishment of the Barefoot Renewable Energy College in Kogi State. Governor Ododo gave the commendation over the weekend at the groundbreaking ceremony held at the Confluence University of Science and Technology, Osara, where he laid the foundation for the college along with the…
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