FULafia, Mission4Impact empowers Nasarawa youth on renewable energy
By Paulinus Auta
In a bid to promote sustainable energy and climate action, the Centre for Energy Studies, Federal University of Lafia (FULafia), in collaboration with Mission4Impact, has successfully trained 30 youth from Lafia Local Government Area (LGA) of Nasarawa State on renewable energy.
The two-day training, held between February 12-13, 2024, was part of the “Empowering Youths for Nigeria’s Clean Energy Future” initiative, funded by the Social Change Nest and UMI Fund.
According to the Director of the Centre, Prof. Emmanuel Hala Kwon-Ndung, FULafia’s collaboration with Mission4Impact demonstrated the University’s commitment to promoting sustainable development and community engagement.
He said that the University’s Centre for Energy Studies is dedicated to advancing research, education and outreach in energy and sustainability.
Kwon-Ndung said that the programme aimed to equip young people with knowledge and skills on renewable energy technologies, climate change and sustainability.
In his remarks, Mr Zubairu Rajab Haruna, the Executive Director, Mission4Impact, emphasised that the initiative marked the beginning of a larger programme to empower 100 youth across Nasarawa State with knowledge and skills on renewable energy.
He attributed the success of the training to the support and collaboration of the Centre for Energy Studies, FULafia, the Social Change Nest, UMI Fund and the participants.
The training featured expert who delivered lectures on diverse topics including climate change, renewable energy technologies, energy policies and community mobilisation.
Participants also engaged in group activities, simulation exercises and a fireside chat.
The training was well received by participants, who demonstrated a keen interest in renewable energy and sustainability.
Other members of the
Mission4Impact team who attended the training included Imran Umar Ujih, the Director of Programmes and Engagement and Sadiq Abubakar Idris, Director of Operations.
