Crescent University Abeokuta Announces Maiden Inaugural Lecture On Nigeria’s Economic Development

Crescent University has announced its inaugural lecture series, with the institution’s Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Professor Rasaki Olufemi Kareem, set to deliver the maiden lecture focusing on Nigeria’s economic development and resource management challenges.

The lecture, titled “Resource Efficiency vs. Economic Development: Whither Nigeria?”, is scheduled to hold on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at the Bola Ajibola Auditorium II of the university.

According to the institution, the event is expected to stimulate discussions around sustainable development, resource efficiency, economic planning, and the future of Nigeria’s economy amid growing global and domestic challenges.

The university stated that guests are expected to be seated by 1:30 p.m., while the lecture will commence officially at 2:00 p.m.

Participants who are unable to attend physically will also have the opportunity to join virtually through Google Meet via .

The inaugural lecture series marks another academic milestone for Crescent University as the institution continues to promote intellectual engagement, policy discourse, and research-driven conversations on national development issues.

The lecture is expected to attract academics, policymakers, students, researchers, and stakeholders interested in economic sustainability, governance, and development policy in Nigeria.