DG, ECN on a Tour of Commission's Energy Research Centres: Visits Centre at UNILORIN

The Director-General/CEO of the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi, as part of his commitment to ensuring sustainable energy, recently visited the Commission's Energy Centre, located at the University of Ilorin, Kwara State.

During the visit, the DG inspected the Centre's permanent site, currently under construction within the university's premises. He then paid a courtesy call to the Vice-Chancellor of the University, Professor Wahab Egbewole, where he had discussions with the VC, centered around potential collaborations to advance Nigeria's energy sector through initiatives such as the Energy Transition Plan and funding for research and development.

Dr. Abdullahi further inspected the small hydropower project being developed at the University of Ilorin's Earth Dam project site. He also assessed the dam's water spillage; the dam was initially built for domestic water consumption but now serves multiple purposes. It harvests water to power a turbine that will supply electricity to the Energy Centre permanent site and support a student training center. The hydropower system also powers an irrigation system for agricultural use.

While in Kwara State, the ECN Boss also attended the 266th inaugural lecture at the University of Ilorin.

DG, ECN in a photo with the VC, UnIlorin flanked by the Ag. Director of the Centre, Director Renewable Energy ECN and other academic staff of the University

DG, ECN in a photo with the VC, UnIlorin

DG on inspection of the Research Centre Permanent Site Project

DG on inspection of the Research Centre Permanent Site Project

A Panoramic View of the Energy Research Centre Permanent Site Project

DG, ECN at the 266th Inaugural Lecture of the University during the visit