27 July 2026

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UI, NACCIMA, DAWN Seek Stronger University-Industry Collaboration

The University of Ibadan (UI), Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA), and the Development Agenda for Western Nigeria (DAWN) Commission have called for closer ties between universities and industries to drive innovation and national development. The call was made at the maiden University-Industry Conference held at UI’s International Conference Centre

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Universities

UNILAG Don Criticises Firms Funding BBN Over Research

A professor at the University of Lagos, Chris Obisi, has criticised corporate organisations for prioritising sponsorship of entertainment programmes such as Big Brother Naija over funding academic research. Obisi, a specialist in Employment Relations and Human Resource Management, raised the concern during a recent interview. He said the lack of industry support for university research

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Universities

NSUK Hosts UNDP Team to Boost Mining Innovation UniPod

To activate the Mining-themed UniPod at Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK), a delegation from the UNDP Africa Regional Office made a working visit to the institution on June 17, 2025. The UniPod aims to promote research and innovation in mineral development, linking academic knowledge with industry needs, and supporting local miners with enhanced skills and

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