Egbin Power boosts human capital development, revitalises learning academy

In line with its commitment to excellence, Egbin Power has enhanced human capital development through the revitalisation of its Learning Academy, designed to equip its workforce with top-tier skills and knowledge that drive innovation, efficiency, and improved service delivery in the sector.

According to the Genco, the Learning Academy is a strategic capacity development hub established to bridge competency gaps and empower employees with the technical, operational, management, and leadership skills necessary for professional growth and efficient performance.

Situated within the plant in Ikorodu, the academy also serves as a talent pipeline, equipping trainees with the expertise needed to contribute to long-term business sustainability, improve organisational performance, and accelerate industry development.

Speaking at the Learning Academy, the CEO of Egbin Power, Mokhtar Bounour, emphasised the company’s commitment to human capital development, noting that upskilling employees is vital for the success and growth of the organisation and the wider industry.

“At Egbin Power, our people are our greatest assets. Hence, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of continuous learning and development, ensuring that our employees are well-equipped to meet the challenges of the industry. This strategic initiative directly aligns with our long-term goals of fostering innovation and ensuring sustainable growth,” Bounour said.

While outlining the programme’s objectives, the company’s Head of Human Resources, Gabriel Nkanga, highlighted that the primary objectives of the Learning Academy include bridging the gaps between competency and proficiency levels, as well as developing competencies through targeted and bespoke programmes designed to enhance operational efficiency in line with industry standards.

Head of Maintenance, Felix Ebiware, noted that training builds commitment, drives innovation, and inspires improvements, cross-functional learning, and skill enhancement among staff, thereby positively impacting performance levels.

“By equipping our teams with advanced skills and continuous training, the Academy will deliver a positive and significant impact on operational and maintenance practices, which in turn will ensure the reliability, efficiency, and availability of the plant,” he expressed.

The ceremony to commence the 2025 academic session was attended by senior members of the management team.

Programmes at the Learning Academy are structured into the Technical School and the Leadership Development School. The faculty under the Technical School covers areas such as electrical, mechanical, instrumentation and control, chemicals and oil, and facility management. The Leadership Development School, which is non-technical, focuses on digital innovation, poise, and leadership development interventions.

Participants benefit from comprehensive training delivered by in-house subject-matter experts, practical sessions, simulations, case studies, coaching, mentoring, and hands-on learning opportunities.

The academy’s curriculum has been crafted to boost proficiency, support career growth, and enhance employees’ capabilities in managing technical, operational, and leadership responsibilities.

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