President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been scheduled to commission the Barefoot Renewable Energy College in Kogi State.
The Director General of Energy Commission of Nigeria, Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi disclosed this in a statement, ahead of the commissioning in August.
Dr. Mustapha emphasized why the Commission embarked on the project, to nurture knowledge, innovation and skilled workforce that will sustain Nigeria’s energy transition efforts and growth.
“Next month, in line with our commitment to a sustainable energy future, we will commission the Barefoot Renewable Energy College, Kogi State (BARECKS), a landmark Federal Government project that affirms that the future of energy begins in the classroom.
“We appreciate the support and cooperation of the Kogi State Government, under the leadership of His Excellency, Governor Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, for providing an enabling environment for this transformative initiative. BARECKS is one of several strategic projects currently underway across the country under our watch.
“As we advance the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, we must continue to invest in institutions that equip young Nigerians with the skills and knowledge to drive a sustainable energy future for our nation,” he said.
