Advancing Knowledge Through Innovation and Collaboration

Research and innovation form an essential part of the academic mission of The Federal Polytechnic, Ado-Ekiti. The institution encourages a vibrant culture of inquiry and discovery across all its schools, fostering applied and problem-oriented research that supports Nigeria’s technological and socio-economic development.

Faculty and staff engage in continuous research activities supported by TetFund Institutional-Based Research (IBR) and other collaborative grants, ensuring that research findings translate into practical applications and national development outcomes.

🧩 Research Coordination and Development

Research activities are coordinated through specialized committees and research clusters within the various schools and departments. Each team focuses on thematic areas such as technology innovation, entrepreneurship, food security, digital systems, and sustainable engineering.

The Polytechnic’s Centre for Research, Innovation and Development (CRID) provides oversight, technical support, and capacity building for researchers. It also encourages multidisciplinary collaborations and promotes partnerships with industries, government agencies, and academic institutions within and outside Nigeria.

🏛️ Institutional-Based Research and TetFund Support

The Polytechnic benefits from regular TetFund Research Grants, which fund staff projects, publications, and prototype development.
Recent research areas include:

• Development of renewable energy devices and sustainable power systems.

• Agricultural mechanization and post-harvest technology improvement.

• ICT and software-based innovations for campus digitization.

• Engineering solutions for environmental and construction challenges.

• Business innovation, entrepreneurship, and supply-chain optimization.

These projects align with the Polytechnic’s vision to promote skill-driven, practical research that meets industry and community needs.

📚 Institutional Journals and Publications

The Federal Polytechnic, Ado-Ekiti hosts a series of peer-reviewed academic journals that provide platforms for publishing staff and student research findings:

1. JEES Journal – Journal of Engineering and Environmental Studies
   Focuses on applied and technical research in engineering and environmental science.

2. SEEM Journal – Science, Education and Engineering Management Journal
   Publishes studies in education, science, management, and sustainable innovation.

3. CRID Journal – Centre for Research, Innovation and Development Journal
   Serves as a multidisciplinary outlet for institutional-based research and creative innovation.

4. JRBE Journal – Journal of Research in Business and Education
   Dedicated to research in business, administration, entrepreneurship, and education policy.

These journals encourage scholarly communication and serve as evidence of the institution’s growing research output.

🌱 Commitment to Future Research

The Polytechnic continues to strengthen its research base through digital repositories, institutional collaborations, and staff development programs. By promoting innovative thinking and supporting young researchers, FPA remains committed to advancing the frontiers of knowledge and contributing meaningfully to Nigeria’s national growth.