FCE Abeokuta Confers Fellowship on REA Executive Director, Engr. Abba Ganduje
…Honour Recognises Contributions to Rural Electrification, Sustainable Energy Drive
The Federal College of Education (FCE), Abeokuta, has conferred a prestigious Fellowship Award on the Executive Director of Technical Services at the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), Engr. Umar Abdullahi Ganduje, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to rural electrification and sustainable energy development in Nigeria.
The honour, presented at a ceremony in Abeokuta, celebrates Engr. Ganduje’s role in advancing energy access across underserved and off-grid communities, a key component of the Federal Government’s broader economic growth and social inclusion agenda.
According to the institution, the Fellowship is reserved for distinguished professionals whose work has significantly impacted national development. Engr. Ganduje’s leadership in driving technical innovation and infrastructure expansion in the power sector was cited as a major factor in the award.
Under his stewardship at the REA, numerous rural electrification projects have been implemented nationwide, bringing electricity to communities, schools, healthcare facilities and small businesses, thereby stimulating local economies and improving quality of life.
Responding to the honour, Engr. Ganduje expressed appreciation to the management of FCE Abeokuta for the recognition, describing the award as both humbling and motivating.
“I am deeply honoured by this Fellowship. It strengthens our resolve to continue expanding energy access to rural and underserved communities across Nigeria,” he said.
He reaffirmed his commitment to supporting policies and programmes aimed at accelerating sustainable energy solutions, noting that reliable electricity remains central to education, healthcare delivery, enterprise growth and overall national development.
The event drew dignitaries from the education and energy sectors, who commended Engr. Ganduje for his professionalism and dedication to public service.