Federal Government Approves N4.2 Billion Grant for 158 Research Projects in Universities

The Federal Government has approved a grant of N4,249,626,817.69 for the funding of 158 research projects under the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) National Research Fund (NRF) 2024 Grant Cycle.

The approved projects were selected after a rigorous screening exercise, which commenced with the receipt of 6,944 Concept Notes from various researchers.

The approved research projects include Development of Sustainable Eco-Friendly Walling System for Low-Cost Housing, Development of hybrid cubic fertilizer, and Development of an Intelligent Aerial Robotics System for Efficient Weed and Disease Management, among others.

The Federal Government has also approved the establishment of 18 Innovation and Entrepreneurship Hubs in TETFund Beneficiary Institutions across the six geo-political zones of the country. The Hubs will provide Core Labs/Workstation to cover Electronic Lab, 3D Printing Lab, Laser Technology Lab, and other facilities.

Additionally, 15 TETFund Beneficiary Institutions have been allocated funds for the establishment of Innovation Hubs and Entrepreneurship Centres, with allocations ranging from N750 million to N1 billion .