Kaduna State University (KASU) has secured a World Bank-funded Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) grant.
Dr Aliyu Jaafar, Chairman of Green KASU, disclosed on Friday, March 28, 2025, during a courtesy visit by the ACReSAL team to the Vice-Chancellor in Kaduna.
He stated that the undisclosed grant would be used to set up two greenhouses on each of the university’s campuses, providing hands-on sustainability education for students.
“This initiative aligns with KASU’s vision of integrating sustainability into its academic framework while fostering environmental consciousness among students and faculty,” Jaafar said.
“The greenhouses will serve as living laboratories where students can gain practical experience in sustainable agricultural practices and contribute to research on climate adaptation strategies,” he added.
Speaking during the visit, Hadiza Halid, Head of the ACReSAL delegation, reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to supporting KASU in dryland management, institutional capacity-building, and climate resilience.
She emphasised that the project reflected ACReSAL’s broader mission to enhance climate adaptation strategies in Nigeria’s semi-arid regions.
Prof. Abdullahi Musa, Vice-Chancellor of KASU, commended ACReSAL and Green KASU for securing the grant, describing it as a significant milestone in the university’s sustainability efforts.
“This partnership will further establish KASU as a leader in climate-smart education.
“We are committed to ensuring proper implementation, continuous monitoring, and the long-term sustainability of the project,” he said.
The initiative is expected to strengthen KASU’s role in environmental research, equip students with essential skills for addressing climate challenges, and contribute to global efforts in sustainable development.
By Ezra Musa