The management of Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology (ADUSTECH) Wudil, has said that the university has been reconnected to the grid following the intervention of the Kano State Government and the Dangote Foundation, who cough our N100 million to the institution.
This is sequel to the prompt intervention of Kano State Government and the Chancellor of the University Alhaji Aliko Dangote through the Dangote Foundation that made an initial payment of the sum of N100m with the commitment by Kano State Government to offset the outstanding liabilities of not only the University but other State MDA’s.”
This was contained in a statement by the Vice Chancellor of Kano state-owned science-based tertiary Institution, Prof Musa Tukur Yakasai, made available to the press in Kano, which stated that “the University was reconnected with electricity by KEDCO on Friday 5th July 2024 about 16hrs(4 pm) local time.”
Prof.Yakasai disclosed that
“Dangote Foundation is exploring a lasting solution to the University’s electricity supply problem through solar mini-grids, etc.”
He added, “The entire University Community is deeply grateful for the timely intervention and efforts of the Kano State Government under the stewardship of His Excellency Alh Abba Kabir Yusuf through the office of the SSG Dr Abdullahi Baffa Bichi and the Commissioner Ministry for Higher Education Dr Yusuf Kofarmata.”
He stated that “Special
appreciation goes to our Chancellor and the president of the Dangote group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, the DG Dangote Foundation, and her team. ”
“Let me use this opportunity to appreciate members of the University community both Staff and Students for the understanding and patience shown during this very trying time.”
He therefore appealed to university community members to reciprocate the gesture by supporting the management efforts in ensuring judicious utilization of electricity on the campus.
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