Strategic Overview
The Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello Colloquium was convened in honor of the 9th Vice-Chancellor of Lagos State University (LASU) as a high-level policy and thought-leadership forum focused on the future of education in Nigeria and Africa.
Designed as a strategic platform for policymakers, institutional leaders, development partners, and private-sector stakeholders, the colloquium examined how education reform, innovation, and technology can drive human capital development, economic competitiveness, and inclusive national growth.
Policy & Institutional Significance
Under the theme "Education: A Vision for the Future," the colloquium addressed critical education-sector priorities, including:
- Education equity and access
- Institutional governance and leadership
- Integration of technology and artificial intelligence in learning
- Alignment of education outcomes with national development goals
The event reinforced education as a foundational investment sector for governments, donors, and development institutions seeking sustainable long-term impact.
Distinguished Participation
The colloquium brought together senior public officials, academic leaders, and sector experts, including:
Key Thought Leadership
Delivering the keynote address, Prof. Oluwatoyin Ogundipe emphasized education equity, cross-institutional collaboration, and the strategic role of technology-enabled learning systems in strengthening national education frameworks.
In his address, Emmanuel Agida, Founder of Emmanuel Agida International, highlighted Prof. Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello's leadership legacy, noting her role in elevating Lagos State University to recognition as West Africa's leading university, and positioning LASU as a case study in effective public university governance.
Discussions throughout the colloquium advanced the case for artificial intelligence and digital innovation as critical tools for expanding access, improving learning outcomes, and enhancing education system resilience.
Development & Investment Outcomes
For investors, donors, and policy actors, the colloquium:
- Demonstrated the value of strategic leadership in public education reform
- Created a convening platform for policy alignment and stakeholder collaboration
- Strengthened the case for targeted investment in education technology and capacity building
- Positioned education as a scalable driver of social and economic development
Role of Emmanuel Agida International
Emmanuel Agida International (EAI) delivered end-to-end corporate event management and strategic coordination, ensuring effective stakeholder engagement, policy relevance, and high-impact execution. The engagement amplified national discourse on education reform and reinforced EAI's role as a facilitator of policy-driven, development-focused convenings.