FULafia Explores Strategic Partnerships with National Commission for Refugees, Migrants, and Internally Displaced Persons

In a proactive move to strengthen collaborations and community engagement, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Research and Partnerships, Federal University of Lafia (FULafia).

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Prof. Samaila Usman Dakyes, along with senior members of staff from the Directorate of Linkages and Advancement, paid a courtesy visit to the office of Mr. Aliyu Tijani Ahmed, Commissioner/Chief Executive Officer of the National Commission for Refugees, Migrants, and Internally Displaced Persons (NCFRMI) in Abuja.

Key Points:

Strategic Dialogue: The visit aimed to initiate a strategic dialogue between FULafia and NCFRMI to explore potential areas of collaboration and partnership.

Community Impact: Discussions centered around leveraging the academic resources of FULafia to address the challenges faced by refugees, migrants, and internally displaced persons within the region.

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Education and Empowerment: FULafia expressed its commitment to contributing to the educational and empowerment needs of the displaced population through tailored academic and skill development programs.

Humanitarian Research: The university is keen on conducting research that addresses the socio-economic and educational gaps affecting refugees and internally displaced persons.

Mutual Benefits: Both institutions recognized the mutual benefits that would arise from the collaboration, fostering positive social impact and advancing the cause of education for vulnerable populations.

Future Prospects: The meeting concluded with an optimistic outlook for future collaborations, solidifying the commitment of FULafia to its role as a socially responsible institution.

The Deputy Vice-Chancellor extended gratitude to Mr. Aliyu Tijani Ahmed for the warm reception and expressed eagerness to embark on impactful initiatives that align with the Commission's mission.

Best regards,

Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Research and Partnerships, FULafia.