Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), has announced a partnership with Chinese institutions aimed at improving the educational sector and fostering industrial collaboration in Nigeria.
This agreement includes provisions for academic exchanges and the introduction of vocational training programs in key areas such as agriculture, industrial parks, and mechanical skills. The initiative aims to bolster educational opportunities and skills development, aligning with Nigeria’s broader goals of youth empowerment and employment enhancement.
Ms Wendy wang, the Secretary General, Nigeria consortium on industry and education stated that the partnership will see Chinese tutors providing instruction in language, culture and skills to help produce graduates with international relevance.
Ms Wang stated “The key is to create talent retain that talent and also to transfer human transform human intelligence into productive outcomes. This is the vision we aim to achieve for this institution.”
The Vice Chancellor Prof. Elisabeta Smaranda Olarinde expressed gratitude for the support from the Chinese government, highlighting the initiative’s potential to empower the Nigerian industry and Education.
Also, during the 2024 World Chinese Language Conference held in Beijing from November 15 to 17, Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), was awarded the “2024 Chinese Plus Digital & Intelligent Education Gold Medal Cooperative Institution” by China-Africa Investment FZC.
The event attracted nearly 2,000 participants from over 160 countries, highlighting ABUAD’s commitment to educational collaboration between China and Nigeria.
The university’s Vice Chancellor, accepted the award, marking another significant achievement for ABUAD in its pursuit of excellence in education.
Aare Afe Babalola (SAN), emphasized his vision to create a unique educational institution in Nigeria during his remarks. He stated that making Chinese and French compulsory was part of this goal.
He highlighted the university’s strong ties with China, urging a reevaluation of their relationship to position ABUAD as a central hub for Chinese interests in Nigeria.
His commitment to establishing a distinct academic environment has positioned ABUAD as a leading institution in the country since its founding in 2009.
