FUTA Partners with UK Universities for Advanced Geo-Statistical Modelling Workshop

The Federal University of Technology Akure (FUTA), in collaboration with the London School of Mathematics and the Department of Mathematics, University of Manchester, UK, successfully hosted a three-day Advanced Geo-Statistical Modelling workshop from 6th to 8th January 2026 at the FUTA Statistics Laboratory.

The workshop, aimed at capacity building for academics, researchers, and postgraduate students, focused on advanced techniques for modeling and predicting spatial phenomena, equipping participants with tools to enhance research, data analysis, and practical applications in geostatistics.

The lead lecturer, Dr. Olatunji Johnson of the University of Manchester and a FUTA alumnus from the Department of Statistics, highlighted the significance of sophisticated geostatistical methods in solving real-world spatial and environmental challenges.

Attendees included lecturers, researchers, and postgraduate students from across Nigeria and beyond, representing institutions such as University of Abuja, Nasarawa State University, Confluence University of Science and Technology, National Veterinary Research Institute, and Data Science Nigeria. Staff and students from FUTA’s Department of Applied Geophysics also participated, demonstrating strong engagement and eagerness to apply new knowledge in research and practical projects.

The workshop reinforces FUTA’s commitment to academic excellence, international collaboration, and the practical application of statistical sciences to societal challenges.