People behind the projects, research and community learning

Engr. Caleb Nwafor is the Technical Officer for the Gui Community Energy Project. He is an engineering graduate with a strong interest in electrical and electronic systems, practical problem-solving and hands-on technical work. He supports project implementation, equipment handling, field activities, testing and routine technical tasks while working closely with the wider project team. He is committed to continuous technical learning, teamwork and the development of practical engineering skills through real-world project experience.

Dr S.O Ugbaje is the Chief Investigator for the Gui Community Energy Project and provides overall research leadership, academic coordination and project oversight. She guides the project’s research direction, supports the integration of systems and cybernetics approaches into the community-energy programme, and coordinates the academic and investigative activities that underpin project implementation, monitoring and evaluation. Her role includes supervising research development, supporting interdisciplinary collaboration, strengthening methodological rigour, and ensuring that project activities contribute to meaningful research, learning and community impact.

Engr. Halima Sadiya Yakubu is a Researcher and Project Data Analyst on the Gui Community Energy Project. She contributes to technical project implementation, data collection and analysis, research documentation and the preparation of technical reports. Her role supports the systematic interpretation of project data generated from field activities, energy-system operation, monitoring and community-based assessments. She also contributes to technical coordination and project implementation activities, helping to translate operational and research data into evidence that supports project evaluation, learning and decision-making.

Engr. Paul Okpe Michael is the Technical Lead and Investigator for the Gui Community Energy Project, providing engineering leadership, project implementation oversight and coordination of field activities. He is a Chief Technologist at Nile University of Nigeria, a doctoral researcher in renewable energy and microgrids, and a Visiting Academic Fellow with the Australian National University School of Systems and Cybernetics. His work focuses on renewable energy systems, microgrids, energy management, instrumentation, productive use of energy and community-based engineering solutions. Within the Gui project, he leads the technical design and implementation of the energy system, coordinates testing, commissioning and operational monitoring, supports student research and field investigations, and contributes to the integration of engineering, systems thinking and community needs in evaluating the long-term sustainability of the project.

HRH Alhaji Alhassan Yussuf is the District Head of Gui, Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. He has provided community leadership and institutional support for the Gui Community Energy Project, including facilitating engagement with the community, supporting the allocation of land for the project facility, and promoting cooperation between the project team, local leadership and community members. His involvement has been important in strengthening local participation, governance and community stewardship of the project.

Mrs Ijeoma Uche-Iteghete contributes to the Gui Community Energy Project through project implementation, administrative coordination, marketing and public relations support. She brings strong skills in stakeholder communication, public engagement, institutional liaison, project visibility and relationship management. Her role also includes supporting procurement, logistics, documentation and field implementation activities, helping to ensure that project operations are effectively coordinated and clearly communicated to relevant stakeholders. Her combined strengths in administration, marketing and public relations support both the internal delivery of the project and its external engagement with partners, institutions and the wider community.

Miss Blossom is a Mechatronics Engineering undergraduate and Student Researcher with the Gui Community Energy Project, where she contributes as a web content creator, supporting the documentation and digital communication of project activities. Her research interests include systems and product development through engineering design, prototyping and practical implementation. Beyond engineering, she is a talented musician who plays the church organ and piano keyboard. She also has a strong interest in Nigerian public affairs and aspires to contribute meaningfully to public leadership and civic development in the future.

Aisha Wase is a Civil Engineering undergraduate student researcher with an interest in sustainable infrastructure, community development, and interdisciplinary engineering solutions. As part of the project research team, she contributes to field activities, data collection, technical observations, and community-focused research aimed at improving the sustainability and impact of renewable energy interventions.