The Digital Bridge Institute recently received a grant from the United States Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) for a feasibility study aimed at identifying clean and sustainable sources of energy. In a signing ceremony at the U.S. Consulate in Lagos, Nigeria, U.S. Ambassador Robin Sanders conferred a $404,000 grant to the Institute (DBI). Ambassador Sanders described DBI's commitment to the innovative use of renewable energy technologies and how these projects reinforce the cooperative relationship between the U.S. and Nigeria.
"These USTDA-funded feasibility studies will assist Nigeria with its efforts to evaluate renewable energy alternatives and create an environment conducive to business and investment," said Ambassador Sanders after she signed the grants on behalf of the United States. "U.S. technology can be a driving force behind these projects."
This grant was awarded to the Digital Bridge Institute to support the expansion of the Oshodi training campus in Lagos. The study will make recommendations on the needed energy and ICT infrastructure required for a Science and Technology Park. DBI's Oshodi campus has several decisive advantages which make it attractive for the development of a Science and Technology Park.
"In addition to our on-campus training facilities, DBI has access to the SAT-3 undersea fiber optic cable, existing right-of-way for new submarine cables, existing facilities, and direct access to the large and rapidly developing market in Lagos," said President and CEO Raymond Akwule who signed the grant on DBI's behalf. "We look forward to cooperating with USTDA on this venture."
