Federal University of Technology, Ilaro,
The Federal Government has commenced the construction of a 1.6-MWp/1.5 MWh solar mini-grid at the Federal University of Technology, Ilaro, Ogun State, formerly Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro as part of efforts to improve power supply for teaching, research and innovation.
The project, funded through the Tertiary Education Trust Fund, is expected to provide a stable electricity supply for the institution as it transitions into a university of technology.
The development was disclosed in a statement issued on Monday by the university’s Public Relations Officer, Olusola Abiala.
Abiala said that “The landmark solar project, which will occupy approximately three acres of land, is designed to provide stable electricity for teaching, research, innovation, and other academic activities.
