Energizing Education Programme Phase II has recorded another milestone as about 100 students across participating universities completed hands-on technical training in solar-PV systems. The update was shared as part of the programme’s wider plan to deepen sustainability and human capital development.
According to the statement, the trainings covered solar-PV design, installation, operations, safety and maintenance. Institutions where the exercises have been completed include University of Gashua with a 1.5 MW system, University of Calabar and its Teaching Hospital with 7 MW, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike with 3 MW, University of Maiduguri with 12 MW, and Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta with 3 MW. At the Nigerian Defence Academy, the 2.5 MW training is still ongoing.
The trainings were delivered by ASTOUND, an energy training and consulting company. The programme noted that working with one facilitator ensured that students across all the universities received the same depth of practical exposure and technical competence.
The update explained that the EEP is investing in both infrastructure and people to strengthen institutional capacity and support knowledge transfer. It stated that these efforts aim to build the workforce needed for Nigeria’s transition to reliable and sustainable energy. It added that universities under the programme are not only gaining reliable solar-hybrid power systems but are also becoming hubs for developing clean energy talent.
“My appreciation goes to all the students, our technical teams, EPC partners, ASTOUND facilitators and everyone who continues to drive this important work,” the statement said. It also added, “Congratulations to all the students, our project teams, partners, and training facilitators who made this milestone possible.”
