Education
Abuja Leadership Center Trains Northeast Youths On Leadership
Joel Ajayi
The Abuja Leadership Centre (ALC) at Yakubu Gowon University, formerly the University of Abuja, on Thursday held a Youth Leadership Clinic for secondary school prefects and student leaders from Borno, Bauchi, and Yobe States.
The event, which took place in Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, on September 11, 2025, also brought together young people who are in tertiary institutions, renowned academicians and representatives of the Borno State government.
Speaking at the event, Director of the Center, Professor Phillip Dahida, disclosed that the clinic was designed to provide a platform for young leaders in schools to express themselves while receiving training on leadership ethics and culture.
Professor Dahida’s thought-provoking address on youth leadership, civic engagement, and peacebuilding was well-received by participants, with the event providing an excellent platform for networking with youth leaders, policymakers, and development partners.
The occasion also strengthened the Center’s presence in the Northeast and further reinforced the Center’s commitment to building the leadership capacity of Nigerian youths for national development.
In his reaction following the successful youth leadership clinic for students in three northeastern states (Borno, Yobe and Bauchi), one of the participants, Comr. Shettima Umar applauded the Abuja Leadership Center and the University for organising such an impactful programme, which would go a long way in shaping the future of the teeming youth population in the region.
“I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to Comr Mahmud Muhammad, Personal Assistant to the Vice President on Domestic and North East, and Chairman of the Organizing Committee for the Youth Leaders Clinic in Borno, Yobe and Bauchi states.
“Your leadership and dedication to nurturing young leaders are truly commendable. I also commend the Abuja Leadership Centre for hosting this impactful event, which will undoubtedly shape the future of our youth,” Comr. Umar wrote on his Instagram page.
The Abuja Leadership Centre at Yakubu Gowon University is a TETFUND Centre of Excellence for Public Governance and Leadership, dedicated to enhancing public governance and leadership both in Nigeria and beyond.
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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