The Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO), has reaffirmed its commitment to international research collaboration following a visit by a delegation from Swansea University, United Kingdom, and the Faraday Institution on Monday, October 26, 2026.
The meeting, held at the Vice-Chancellor’s Conference Room, focused on strengthening existing research partnerships and advancing collaboration in future energy technologies.
The delegation was led by Professor Serena Mongaolomma, alongside a team lead from the Faraday Institution, UK.
FUTO’s Vice-Chancellor, Professor I.N.S. Dozie, was represented at the meeting by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), Engr. Professor Remy Uche.
The collaboration between FUTO and Swansea University is being advanced through the African Centre of Excellence in Future Energies and Electrochemical Systems (ACE-FUELS), led by Professor Emeka Oguzie, the university’s immediate past Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Research Development and Innovation.
Speaking on behalf of the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Uche appreciated the visiting delegation for its continued partnership and support for FUTO’s research and innovation initiatives.
He encouraged researchers across the university to take advantage of the collaborative opportunities, noting that such engagements could strengthen research capacity, promote technological advancement and enhance FUTO’s international academic standing.
Professor Uche also wished ACE-FUELS and the visiting delegation success in their planned technology demonstration, expressing optimism that the partnership would produce meaningful outcomes in energy research, innovation and sustainable development.
The visit highlights FUTO’s efforts to leverage international academic partnerships to advance research excellence, develop practical technological solutions and contribute to Nigeria’s energy sector.
Through ACE-FUELS and its international collaborators, the university continues to pursue opportunities for knowledge exchange and research development in future energy technologies.
Written by Enitan Mudashiru
