The University of Lagos has unveiled its e-Ride initiative, as part of its ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability.
Vice-Chancellor of the university, Prof. Folashade Ogunsola, who stated this during a media parley, said
the university’s new e-Ride initiative, highlighted the institution’s proactive stance in reducing environmental pollution.
In collaboration with Ogata Global Resources Limited, the university introduced zero-emission electric vehicles for campus transportation.
The vehicles will be powered by solar energy backups, ensuring the sustainability of the campus transport system.
“This initiative is beneficial not just for the environment, but also for reducing costs, which will benefit both students and staff,” the VC said.
She also acknowledged the significant role car emissions play in urban pollution but emphasized the university’s long-standing efforts to combat pollution.
“The University of Lagos made a conscious decision not to pollute the air. If you visit the campus, you’ll notice we have very few generators. This is because we opted for a central generator system to minimise emissions, even though it was a costly investment,” she explained.
Ogunsola noted that the university has maintained an impressive standard of air quality, which she described as ‘almost like an oasis’ amidst the surrounding urban environment, and reaffirmed its commitment to further improving it.
While reducing car emissions will take time, the VC stated that progress is already underway. “We are beginning with Ogata, a company run by our own alumni. These graduates are not only contributing to the university’s legacy, but are also making an impact on the world with forward-thinking solutions,” she said.
Meanwhile, the school has also launched its newly rebranded logo at the main gate, to reinforce its brand identity.
The VC said that the new logo symbolises a ‘fountain of excellence’, rising with ‘aquatic splendor’, capturing the essence of the institution’s values.
“We realised that the logo displayed here at the gate was incorrect. To address this issue and ensure the correct logo is used, we have uploaded the official emblem on our website and are actively encouraging stakeholders both within and outside the university to adopt it,” Ogunsola stated.
