Federal Polytechnic Offa Unveils Indigenous Electric Vehicle OKIN EV1

Date: 2025-09-01

The Federal Polytechnic, Offa, has unveiled an indigenous electric vehicle, the OKIN EV1, marking a significant milestone in Nigeria's journey toward sustainable mobility and homegrown technological innovation.

According to the institution's spokesperson, Olayinka Iroye, the Director of the Directorate of Assembly, Fabrication and Commercialisation of Research Products, Olufemi Kehinde, described the achievement as proof of Nigeria's capacity to deliver innovative solutions to global challenges.

"The OKIN EV1 is not just another automobile; it is a symbol of what Nigerian institutions can achieve when knowledge meets creativity," the statement said.

Powered entirely by electricity and enhanced with solar energy technology, the vehicle can travel up to 125 kilometres on a single charge equivalent to a round trip between Offa and Ilorin.

The OKIN EV1 features modern inclusions such as a touchscreen display for real-time monitoring and control, a reverse camera for improved safety, and a solar-powered extension system designed to extend driving duration.

The launch underscores the polytechnic's commitment to applied research, engineering excellence, and sustainable development in Nigeria.

The project, which began in 2024 and was completed in under six months, faced challenges in sourcing local materials, but was successfully delivered through determination and innovation. Plans are already underway to refine the prototype and explore avenues for mass production, with a view to placing affordable, eco-friendly vehicles in the hands of Nigerians.

The institution credited the feat to the vision and support of its Rector, Dr Kamoru Kadiri, FNSE, whose encouragement and commitment to innovation created an enabling environment for the project.

"With the unveiling of OKIN EV1, Federal Polytechnic, Offa has set the stage for a future where locally-made technologies can compete globally. The feat is not only a victory for the institution, but also a shining example for Nigeria's academic and industrial communities," the statement added.

 

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