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Caleb University has hosted a landmark “Education Collaborative” Open House Day aimed at strengthening institutional partnerships, research collaboration and academic innovation within the higher education sector.
Speaking during the event, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof Olalekan Asikhia, commended the Centre for Grants and Endowments for organising a programme that aligns with the university’s vision for excellence, innovation and global engagement.
According to him, strategic partnerships remain essential for building resilient and globally competitive universities.
“Caleb University will continue to support initiatives that deepen institutional collaboration and expand opportunities for research and academic growth. Our goal is to ensure that our faculty and researchers benefit from networks that enhance knowledge exchange and innovation,” he stated.
The event, themed “Strengthening Institutional Engagement,” brought together academic leaders, institutional administrators and members of staff to examine opportunities within the Education Collaborative Network, especially in the areas of research partnerships, grant acquisition, mentorship programmes and innovation-driven academic development.
In her opening remarks, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research, Innovation, Strategy and Administration), Prof Adesola Ajayi, described the initiative as a vital platform for collaboration and institutional advancement.
She stressed that universities must continue to explore innovative partnerships to remain globally competitive.
“The Education Collaborative offers a unique opportunity for institutions to share ideas, strengthen research culture and build sustainable academic networks. Through collaboration, institutions can collectively address the evolving challenges facing higher education,” she said.
Delivering the keynote address, Prof Isaac Akinwumi highlighted the growing challenges confronting higher education institutions across different regions of the world, noting that many of the issues require collaborative and context-driven solutions.
He explained that the Education Collaborative operates through four regional hubs structured to address the peculiar needs of institutions within their respective regions while encouraging cross-border cooperation and knowledge sharing.
Also speaking, the Director of the Centre for Grants and Endowments, Dr Chinyere Ezeanya-Bakpa, said the Open House Day was organised to expose staff members to the opportunities available within the Education Collaborative network.
She noted that the initiative would provide access to grants, mentorship opportunities and collaborative projects capable of strengthening institutional capacity and sustainable academic growth.
The programme featured interactive sessions and panel discussions on grant acquisition, donor relations, institutional advancement and collaborative research frameworks.
Participants engaged in discussions on strengthening governance systems, promoting transparency and improving research output within tertiary institutions.
The Information, Media and Publication Specialist, Olawale Adekoya, described the event as a strategic initiative that would expand the university’s global academic connections and research influence.
The Open House Day concluded with renewed commitments from participants to promote regional cooperation, strengthen institutional accountability and explore innovative pathways for sustainable educational development.
