Education
Global Scholars Introduce Advanced Skills Training in Nigerian Universities
Joel Ajayi
University of Lagos UNILAG and Ekiti State University host intensive programs focused on digital transformation, entrepreneurship, and career readiness.
In a statement signed on Sunday in Abuja by the Senior Manager, Project and Digital Product Oluseyi Sodiya revealed that, Lagos/Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria two leading Nigerian universities are set to host transformative educational programmes this July as part of an international initiative to bridge the skills gap in Nigeria’s rapidly evolving economy.
The University of Lagos (UNILAG) will host a five-day intensive program from July 21-25, followed by Ekiti State University from July 28 to August 1. Both programmes, organized by Professors Without Borders in partnership with local faculty, focus on “Leadership, Innovation, and Sustainability: Empowering Digital Transformation.
“Over 200 students and faculty members across both institutions will gain direct access to expertise in social entrepreneurship, African finance, research methodology, and artificial intelligence tools – skills increasingly critical for success in Nigeria’s modern job market.
“We’re not just teaching theory,” explained Dr. Bob Eckhart, Lead Professor for Nigeria Programs and a Fulbright Scholar who has worked across three continents and is returning to Nigeria for the fourth time.
“Students will pitch their own social enterprises, develop policy solutions for Nigeria’s economic challenges, and master the digital tools that employers now expect.
“The programmes feature international educators including Charlie Dove-Edwin, an investment banking veteran who lectures at Richmond University London, and local talent with Dr Bonnie Ayodele from Ekiti State University, and Oluseyi Sodiya, a Nigerian technology professional with over 20 years of experience in IT and digital transformation. faculty development forms a core component of both programmes.
Local professors will be invited to participate alongside students, gaining exposure to international teaching methodologies and research techniques that they can integrate into their regular curricula.
“This partnership represents exactly the kind of knowledge exchange that strengthens our institutions,” said Dr. Bonnie Ayodele,Associate Professor at Ekiti State University.
“Our students benefit from global perspectives while our faculty enhance their teaching capabilities.”The initiative addresses Nigeria’s growing demand for graduates equipped with both technical skills and entrepreneurial mindsets. Recent graduates from previous Professors Without Borders programs have secured positions at major Nigerian companies and started their own businesses.
The programmes are part of a broader five-year strategic expansion plan to reach 15+ Nigerian universities and train over 2,000 students by 2030, directly supporting Nigeria’s Vision 2030 goals for economic diversification and human capital development.
Professors Without Borders is a UK-registered charity organization dedicated to expanding educational access in underserved communities worldwide.
Since 2016, the organization has delivered programs to students across multiple universities in Europe, Asia and Africa, maintaining a 90% satisfaction rate.
Education
Inclusive Education Boost as Deaf-Tech, Federal University of Lafia Roll Out Master’s in Disability Studies
Joel Ajayi
In a major step toward advancing inclusive education in Nigeria, Deaf-in-Tech, an initiative of Data-Lead Africa, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Federal University of Lafia (FULAFIA) to establish a Professional Master’s Degree in Disability Studies.
The signing ceremony, held at Deaf-in-Tech’s headquarters in Abuja, featured a goodwill message from Prof. Adaka Terfa Ahon, Director of the Centre for Disability Studies, who represented FULAFIA’s Vice Chancellor, Prof. Shehu Abdul Rahman. He reaffirmed the university’s commitment to championing disability and inclusion in its academic innovation and planning.
The new Master’s programme will adopt a hybrid learning model, with online classes complemented by in-person sessions at Deaf-in-Tech’s training facility in Abuja. It is designed to build expertise in disability-inclusive governance, education, and development across sectors.
Executive Director of Deaf-in-Tech and Co-Founder of Data-Lead Africa, Dr. Arowolo Ayoola, described the collaboration as a “structural shift” in how institutions and professionals engage with disability issues. “The inclusion journey must begin with knowledge, and we are proud to partner with a progressive university like FULAFIA,” he said.
Beyond the postgraduate programme, the partnership will also establish a Deaf-in-Tech Club on FULAFIA’s campus — the first of its kind — to empower Deaf students with technology skills, mentorship, and innovation opportunities. Additional initiatives include a ₦1 million academic excellence reward for any Deaf student who graduates with a First Class, as well as the development of a disability-accessible website and digital database for the Centre for Disability Studies, built to WCAG 2.1 global accessibility standards.
The alliance underscores both institutions’ commitment to building inclusive systems and celebrating excellence, while positioning Deaf-in-Tech as a catalyst for bridging the gap between disability and the digital economy.
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