The Federal Government has inaugurated the Governing Council and Principal Officers of the Federal University of Environment and Technology, Koroma/Saakpenwa, Rivers State, at the TETFund Auditorium, Abuja.
in a statement signed by the Director, Press and Public Relations
The FG reaffirmed commitment to funding, research, and reforms to build a world-class institution.
It stated that the Hon. Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa, CON, described the university as a “strategic response to urgent environmental challenges”, noting its location in the heart of Nigeria’s resource base will drive research in environmental sciences, renewable energy, climate change adaptation, disaster risk management, and sustainable technology.
It was revealed that, though absent from the 2025 budget, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, directed that funds be sourced for immediate takeoff, with TETFund approving the grant. First students will be admitted in September 2025.
The Minister of Education urged the Council to provide visionary, merit-based leadership, uphold autonomy, and resist interference, while focusing on excellence, faculty development, partnerships, and community engagement.
Also, the Minister of State for FCT, Dr. Mariya Mahmoud Bunkure, representing Barr. Ezenwo Nyesom Wike, called the university a “beacon of innovation and practical solutions”.
In the same vein, the Permanent Secretary Mr. Abel Olumuyiwa Enitan, Senator Barry Mpigi, NUC’s Prof. Abdullahi Ribadu, and Pro-Chancellor Prof. Don Mon Baridam all pledged support.
