Name of the Project
Afe Babalola University (ABUAD) expansion project.

Location
The project is located in Ado Ekiti, Nigeria.

Client
ABUAD.

Project Description
The expansion plan comprises the construction of new facilities at ABUAD, including a 400-bed teaching hospital, an industrial research park, a postgraduate school, student hostels, a central library and a small-scale hydropower installation.

The project will improve access to high-quality education for more than 10 000 students.

Jobs to Be Created
The project is expected to create 250 new staff positions and about 1 000 temporary jobs across the construction, supplies and consulting value chain.

Value
Not stated.

Duration
Not stated.

Latest Developments
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has signed agreements for a $40-million corporate loan to finance the expansion project.

Key Contracts and Suppliers
AfDB (loan finance).

On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.

Contact Details for Project Information
ABUAD, tel +234 803 070 6711.