Yabatech secures ₦62.9m TETFund grants for research projects

Yaba College of Technology (Yabatech) has secured significant funding for two research projects, totaling over ₦62.9 million. The grants, awarded by the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) and the National Research Fund, will support innovative initiatives in environmental sustainability and clean energy.

According to a statement by the institution’s Deputy Registrar, Adekunle Adams, Dr. Emodi Izuchukwu from the School of Art, Design and Printing received ₦24.1 million to lead a project on transforming marine pollution into art. The research aims to creatively convert marine waste into artworks, promoting environmental sustainability and enhancing maritime opportunities for inclusive economic growth and cultural renewal in Nigeria. A multidisciplinary team, including Chinyere Ndubuisi, Emmanuel Irokanulo, Florence Nweke, and Adenike Ezeagwu, will collaborate on the project to explore innovative methods for converting marine waste into assets.

Additionally, Dr. Akin Olaleru from the School of Engineering was awarded ₦38.8 million for groundbreaking research on hybrid perovskite semiconductors for efficient photovoltaic devices. Olaleru and his co-researchers, including Olufunke Oyebamiji, Olasoji Adekoya, and Matthew Solomon, aim to accelerate Nigeria’s solar power sector through clean energy and sustainable technology research. The project has the potential to drive national growth, industry transformation, and environmental protection.

The grants underscore Yabatech’s reputation as a leading institution for technological innovation and applied research in Nigeria. The institution’s management congratulated the beneficiaries, highlighting the significance of the awards in addressing global challenges through sustainability and technological innovation. The recognition reaffirms Yabatech’s commitment to producing research that delivers practical solutions to real-world problems.

With these grants, Yabatech continues to lead transformative research that impacts society, industry, and the environment. The institution remains committed to shaping Nigeria’s future through innovation, creativity, and groundbreaking scientific exploration. The funding will enable the researchers to explore new frontiers in environmental sustainability and clean energy, contributing to the country’s economic growth and development.