September 4, 2024

The Lagos State Government has signed an agreement with a Chinese company to implement solar power systems in key educational institutions across the State.

The signing of the MoU was announced in a statement by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.

According to the statement, the agreement was signed at the ongoing Africa-China Cooperation Summit (#FOCAC2024) in Beijing, China.

The project, the Governor noted, is aimed at generating about 50 megawatts (MW) of cleaner and more affordable electricity, will see the installation of solar power systems at the Lagos State University of Science and Technology, Lagos State University of Education, and Lagos State College of Medicine.

He added that the initiative is expected to significantly reduce the institutions’ reliance on grid electricity and fossil fuels, thus contributing to environmental sustainability.

Sanwo-Olu, while signing the MoU, emphasised that the initiative underscores Lagos State’s commitment to incorporating sustainable energy solutions as a cornerstone of its economic development strategy.

The development, he said aligns with Lagos State’s broader vision of becoming a leader in renewable energy adoption in Nigeria, enhancing the state’s energy security, and reducing its carbon footprint.

The governor’s sentiments were echoed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who witnessed the signing and highlighted the importance of such collaborations in driving Nigeria’s energy transition.