Federal Government Pledges Improved Power Supply to LASU

The Federal Government has pledged to enhance electricity supply to Lagos State University (LASU) campuses.

The Honourable Minister of State for Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, made this known during the official commissioning and handover of an ultra-modern auditorium at LASU's Epe Campus, donated by Hon. Tunji Bello, husband of the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello.

The Minister disclosed that plans are underway for the Federal Government to construct a 5-megawatt minigrid at the Epe Campus, while TETFund is set to provide an 11-megawatt minigrid for the Ojo Main Campus. Dr. Alausa commended Hon. Bello for initiating and bringing to fruition the project for the benefit of LASU students.

Hon. Bello described the edifice as an enduring investment in knowledge and national development, conceived to mark his 60th birthday in 2021. He stated, "By choosing to sow this seed in the vineyard of knowledge, I believe my 60th birthday cake will be preserved and shared by generations to come."

The commissioning ceremony drew an illustrious gathering, including the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, and other notable Nigerians, who praised Hon. Bello's philanthropy. Prof. Olatunji-Bello expressed profound joy at the completion and handover of the auditorium, lauding her husband's gesture as the pinnacle of his consistent support for her administration.

The improved power supply and infrastructure development will significantly enhance the learning experience for students and staff at LASU. The donation of the auditorium is a notable example of private-public partnership in education, highlighting the importance of philanthropy in bridging infrastructural gaps in public universities.