NASENI Distributes Clean Cook Stoves To 330 Residents In Akure

The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has extended its National Sustainable Empowerment Programme (NSEP) to Akure, Ondo State, where 330 residents received clean energy solutions to support household activities and small businesses.

The beneficiaries received NASENI clean cook stoves, solar home systems and support packs during an empowerment programme held in Alagbaka, Akure, on October 31, 2026.

According to the Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the agency, Khalil Suleiman Halilu, said the initiative was designed to bring practical technology and livelihood opportunities closer to Nigerians.

Halilu explained that the programme would help households reduce cooking costs, improve access to electricity and support small businesses.

He said the agency wanted technology to address everyday challenges, improve living standards and strengthen communities through practical innovations.

The NASENI boss added that the NSEP had reached more than 10 states across the country’s six geopolitical zones, describing the Akure intervention as part of efforts to expand access to sustainable energy solutions.

He also urged beneficiaries to make effective use of the equipment and share their experiences to encourage continuous improvement of the programme.

The Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, commended NASENI for extending the initiative to Ondo State, while acknowledging the challenges faced by households and young people.

Similarly, the Ondo State Commissioner for Women Affairs, Dr Seun Bosede, who represented the governor, praised the agency for promoting positive change through technology and sustainable development.

Bosede said the intervention would benefit women in the state, particularly through the provision of improved cooking materials designed to make household cooking easier.

She also appreciated President Bola Tinubu for supporting initiatives aimed at improving livelihoods and empowering Nigerians.