By Modupe Gbadeyanka
Nigeria’s largest power generation firm, Egbin Power Plc, has launched an internship programme tagged Egbin PowerUp to foster innovation and excellence.
The company disclosed that Egbin PowerUp is a six-month immersive internship designed to deepen students’ understanding of the industry and provide them with the opportunity to gain hands-on technical experience while working alongside seasoned professionals at its power plant.
The chief executive of the organisation, Mr Mokhtar Bounour, explained that the initiative was created as part of the commitment to further advance technology in Nigeria and strengthen the power sector.
According to him, by providing practical training and equipping young people with pragmatic problem-solving skills, they are empowered and prepared for the future, thereby enabling them to make a meaningful impact on society.
“At Egbin Power, we believe that investing in our nation’s youth is investing in Nigeria’s future. The Egbin PowerUp programme is a platform for young minds to ignite their passions, hone their skills, and become the driving force behind Nigeria’s energy revolution.
“By nurturing these talents, we’re shaping a brighter, more sustainable tomorrow for the power sector and the country. This initiative aligns with the Sustainable Development Goal 4 which seeks to ensure that all individuals have access to ‘inclusive and equitable quality education and lifelong learning’ opportunities,” Mr Bounour said.
It was gathered that the current cohort commenced in July and has students from different fields of study, including Engineering, Applied Industrial Science, Information Technology (IT) and Environment & Safety, among others participating.
Some of the schools involved include the University of Lagos (UNILAG), Pan-Atlantic University (PAU), Caleb University, Bells University, the University of Ilorin, Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu-Alike, Ikwo (FUNAI), Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun (FUPRE), Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), and Ahmadu Bello University (ABU).
The genco stated that Egbin PowerUp not only equips students to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application, but also enhances their skills, builds their confidence, and sharpens their creativity and problem-solving abilities.
Through real-world projects, students apply academic concepts in a professional setting, gaining invaluable experience, with the company reaffirming its dedication to investing in the future of Nigeria’s power sector and nurturing the next generation of leaders.
