FUTIA Vice Chancellor Participates in UK Executive Development and Knowledge Exchange Programme

The Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology, Ikot Abasi (FUTIA), Professor Leo Daniel—the first Professor of Aeronautics and Astronautics in Nigeria—represented the university at the recently concluded Executive Development, Study Tour, and Knowledge-Sharing Programme held at King’s College London, United Kingdom, from 10th to 13th November 2025.

The programme, themed “Transformative Leadership and Innovation in Higher Education: Global Best Practices and Strategic Partnerships,” was organised by the Committee of Vice-Chancellors of Nigerian Universities (CVCNU) in collaboration with King’s College London, a globally recognised institution known for academic excellence and institutional innovation.

Programme Objectives:

• Strengthen strategic leadership and management capacities in Nigerian universities.
• Share best practices in governance, innovation, and institutional collaboration.
• Explore models for academic quality assurance, digital transformation, and internationalisation.
• Promote institutional linkages and partnerships with King’s College London and other UK higher education stakeholders.

Programme Outcomes:

• Enhanced leadership capacity with practical tools for university transformation.
• Exposure to global models of strategic management and academic innovation.
• Opportunities for institutional partnerships including staff and student exchanges and joint research.
• Insights into funding strategies and student-focused quality frameworks.

Highlights of the Programme:

• Keynote Lectures: Senior executives at King’s College London delivered high-level presentations on trends in academic leadership and institutional innovation.
• Interactive Panel Sessions: Participants engaged with UK university leaders on governance, research excellence, and international collaboration.
• Campus Tours: Guided visits to King’s College London’s academic and research facilities showcased best practices in infrastructure and digital learning.
• Networking and Partnership Forums: Platforms were provided for strategic collaborations and exchange of institutional experiences.

Professor Leo Daniel’s participation underscores FUTIA’s commitment to leveraging global best practices to drive innovation and transformation within the university.