Groundbreaking Ceremony of the Barefoot Renewable Energy College at the Confluence University of Science and Tech, Osara, Kogi State

The Director General Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN) Dr Mustapha Abdullahi laid the groundbreaking ceremony for the Barefoot Renewable Energy College at the Confluence State University of Science and Technology, Osara, Kogi State.

Dignitaries at the epoch-making Ceremony include the Honourable Minister of Innovation Science and Technology Chief Uche Nnaji, the Directors General of Nigerian Building and Road Research Institute, NIBRRI, Nigerian Institute for Natural Medicine, NINM, Nigeria Institute for Trypanosomiasis Research, NITR, National Biotechnology Development Agency, NABDA, National Space Research and Development Agency, NASRDA, Sheda Science and Technology Complex. SHESTCO, National Institute for Leather Science and Technology, NILEST, and other critical stakeholders in the Innovation, Science and Technology family, the Governor of Kogi State, His Excellency Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo who was the Special Guest of Honour was visibly present with his state functionaries. A number of Directors and staff of the ECN were also present.

The Director General ECN, Dr Mustapha Abdullahi said, "The initiative signals a significant milestone in our journey towards transitioning from fossil-based energy resources to renewable energy. Addressing the energy manpower gap is crucial for making substantial progress in this sector".

He further said "The foresight was what led to the establishment of a college/academy dedicated to renewable energy studies. I believe the Academy/College is a remarkable achievement in our journey towards a more sustainable, environmentally friendly, and economically vibrant future. The establishment of this academy represents the creation of a beacon of knowledge and empowerment, which perfectly resonates with the Renewed Hope Agenda of Mr. President".

The Honourable Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology Chief Uche Nnaji and the Gov. of Kogi State, Alh. Usman Ododo in a group photogragh with the DG ECN, other DGs of FMIST Agencies, Directors from the Ministry, at the State Government House, Lokoja Kogi State.

The Honourable Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology Chief Uche Nnaji delivering his speech.

The Director General Energy Commission of Nigeria Dr Mustapha Abdullahi making his remarks at the Occasion.

His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo during his speech.