Oko-Irese, Kwara State, Nigeria,
July 14, 2023
In a gesture of goodwill and collaboration, Prof. Francisca Oladipo, the esteemed Vice-Chancellor of Thomas Adewumi University (TAU), along with some members of staff, paid a courtesy visit to Al-Hikmah University in a bid to strengthen ties and explore potential areas of cooperation between the two renowned institutions.
During the visit, Prof. Francisca expressed her gratitude for the warm reception and highlighted the common goals and values shared by TAU and Al-Hikmah. She emphasized the significance of collaboration with the KU8 Consortium, as the visit marks the beginning of a fruitful partnership that will foster mutual growth, knowledge exchange, and innovation.
Prof. Noah Yusuf, the Vice-Chancellor of Al-Hikmah University reciprocated the sentiments and expressed his enthusiasm about the possibilities that lie ahead. The visit encompassed an engaging series of discussions and interactive sessions, wherein the Vice-Chancellors from both universities shared insights, best practices, and success stories from their respective institutions. The exchange of ideas and experiences served as a platform to explore potential areas of partnership, such as staff exchange, joint research endeavors, and grants.
Prof. Francisca and her team had the opportunity to tour Al-Hikmah's state-of-the-art facilities, including research laboratories, library, and academic departments. The Vice Chancellors of both universities reached an agreement to formalize their collaboration through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The MOU that will be signed will outline a comprehensive roadmap for collaboration, including the identification of potential projects and the efficient implementation of joint initiatives.
As the visit drew to a close, Prof. Francisca extended an invitation to Prof. Noah Yusuf and his team to visit TAU, further fostering the spirit of collaboration and knowledge exchange. The two institutions expressed optimism and excitement about the potential outcomes of this partnership, highlighting the transformative impact it could have on both campuses and the broader academic community. This courtesy visit signifies a significant step towards enhanced collaboration between TAU and Al-Hikmah. By pooling their resources, expertise, and ideas, the two institutions aim to create a dynamic academic environment and propel research excellence to promote the mission and vision of the KU8 Consortium- a conglomeration of the Universities in Kwara State.
