Ambrose Alli University (AAU) is set to enjoy uninterrupted power following Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo’s approval of 1.5 megawatts of alternative energy for the institution. The Vice Chancellor, Professor Sunday Olowo Samuel, also revealed that TETFund has approved the construction of solar plants to further boost energy supply.
Speaking at a press briefing, Prof. Samuel said the university had strengthened security after a man, who was not a student, was found dead on campus. Vehicles are now barred from the campus as part of heightened security measures.
The Vice Chancellor highlighted that the university’s N500 million monthly subvention has addressed previous financial backlogs, including salary arrears, pension obligations, and the implementation of the new minimum wage. He confirmed that staff sacked during a previous administration and those removed from the payroll during a controversial biometric exercise have been reinstated.
Prof. Samuel also announced partnerships with Jilin Institute of Chemical Technology, China, and Mutual Commitment Company Limited for student and faculty exchange programmes. He said recent reforms have resolved long-standing issues affecting graduates, transcripts, and NYSC mobilisation. The Vice-Chancellor added that academic promotions for professors, associate professors, and non-teaching staff had been processed, marking a renewed commitment to institutional excellence.
