FULOKOJA to Commission Landmark 1.72MW Solar Project

The Federal University Lokoja (FUL) is set to commission its groundbreaking 1.72 Megawatt Rural Electrification Project next month, marking a significant achievement in sustainable campus infrastructure.

The project, jointly funded by the World Bank and the African Development Bank, will enable the university to generate surplus electricity and achieve energy self-sufficiency.

The university's Senate, during an oversight visit to the project site on April 24, 2025, expressed admiration for the project's scope and potential impact. The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Olayemi Akinwumi, described the project as a testament to his visionary leadership and a milestone in the institution's development.

Professor Akinwumi has challenged his successor to prioritize staff housing development, citing it as essential for attracting and retaining top talent. The Senate has responded with enthusiastic support for both the solar project and the proposed staff housing initiative.