The FME signed a landmark MOU with the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) under the Federal Government’s Energising Education Programme (EEP) to build mini-grids across tertiary institutions and teaching hospitals, ensuring reliable power for academic activities.
Aim: Provide stable, affordable electricity to Nigerian tertiary institutions and teaching hospitals through renewable mini-grid infrastructure.
Key Facts & Statistics:
- MOU signed May 7th, 2025 with Rural Electrification Agency (REA)
- REA allocation: N1.012 trillion; TETFund contribution: N70 billion
- 33 tertiary institutions selected as beneficiaries
- Beneficiary institutions include UNILAG, OAU, UNN, ABU Zaria, and UniBen
- Mini-grids to power institutions and affiliated teaching hospitals