Adebayo Adeleke to Establish N5 Billion Supply Chain Research and Innovation Hub at LAUTECH
Philanthropist Adebayo Adeleke has announced plans to establish a N5 billion Supply Chain Research and Innovation Hub (SCRIH) at Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) in Ogbomoso.
Chris Oyeoku Okafor 
In a significant development, philanthropist Adebayo Adeleke has announced plans to construct a N5 billion world-class Supply Chain Research and Innovation Hub (SCRIH) at the Department of Transport Management, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso. This initiative, spearheaded by Adeleke, the Chief Executive Officer of Supply Chain of Africa, aims to establish the first Supply Chain, Research, and Innovation Center in Nigeria and the second in Africa upon completion.
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During a courtesy visit to the acting Vice Chancellor of LAUTECH, Prof. Rasaq Kalilu, Adeleke expressed his vision for the project, emphasizing its potential to facilitate collaboration between government, academia, and industries in addressing Nigeria's challenges through research and innovation.
Adeleke underscored the significance of indigenous knowledge and the need to reduce reliance on foreign expertise, highlighting the center's role in showcasing Nigeria's research capabilities on a global scale.
"The essence of this research facility is to foster relationships between government, academia, and industries to provide solutions to challenges in our supply chain," stated Adeleke.
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Discussing the choice of LAUTECH for the project, Adeleke highlighted the strategic location of Ogbomoso as a gateway between the South and the North of Nigeria, as well as its potential for dispatch to the Savannah region.
In response, Prof. Kalilu commended Adeleke's initiative, emphasizing the institution's eagerness to partner with visionary minds and agencies. He expressed confidence that the center would enhance LAUTECH's research capabilities and international linkages, aligning with his goal to globalize the university's operations and make a positive impact on a global scale.
The establishment of the SCRIH at LAUTECH represents a significant milestone in advancing research and innovation in Nigeria's supply chain sector. Adeleke's commitment to fostering collaboration between stakeholders reflects a proactive approach to addressing societal challenges and driving sustainable development.
This initiative not only underscores the importance of public-private partnerships in advancing education and research but also highlights the potential for universities to serve as hubs for innovation and knowledge creation in addressing national and global issues.
