In a landmark move to deepen academic excellence and expand global opportunities, Federal University Lokoja (FUL) on Thursday, March 9, 2026, signed a Memorandum of Interest and Partnership with Nasarawa State University.

The historic event, held at Nasarawa State University, brought together key academic leaders and stakeholders, marking the beginning of a transformative collaboration aimed at strengthening teaching, research, and international engagement.

In his remarks, the Vice-Chancellor of Federal University Lokoja, Professor Gbenga Solomon Ibileye, congratulated Nasarawa State University on its 25th anniversary and convocation, commending the institution for its remarkable strides in excellence.

He emphasized that Federal University Lokoja is driven by a strong vision to connect with global institutions and unlock opportunities for its students and staff. According to him, the partnership reflects the University’s commitment to learning from established systems and adopting proven academic and scholarship models.

“We have come to learn, to grow, and to build on tested frameworks. We are ready to learn—and to overtake,” he stated.

The Vice-Chancellor highlighted the growing international exposure of FUL students, noting that even before the formal signing of the agreement, a student of the University had already benefited from an academic opportunity in Poland. He described this as a clear indication of the immense possibilities that structured collaborations like this would unlock, particularly through initiatives such as the Erasmus+ scholarship programme.

Responding, the Vice-Chancellor of Nasarawa State University, Professor Sa’adatu Hassan Liman, warmly welcomed the FUL delegation and expressed appreciation for choosing the institution as a partner.

She described the collaboration as mutually beneficial, noting that mentorship in academia is a two-way process. “Mentors also learn from mentees,” she said, adding that the University remains open and eager to grow through such partnerships.

Providing insight into the origins of the collaboration, she explained that the University’s engagement with international programmes such as Erasmus+ revealed gaps in certain academic offerings. This led to the inclusion of students from other universities in programmes not available at their home institutions—an initiative that has now evolved into broader institutional collaboration.

She further stressed that no single university possesses all resources, underscoring the importance of partnerships in areas such as research, teaching, and shared facilities. “We need each other, and distance will not be a barrier,” she affirmed.

Also present at the event was Isa Mustapha Agwai I Polytechnic, which equally signed a Memorandum of Interest and Partnership with Nasarawa State University.

The ceremony concluded with goodwill messages and prayers for the success of the collaboration, as all the institutions reaffirmed their commitment to building a future defined by shared knowledge, innovation, and global relevance. See more pictures here

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