UNIZIK VC Charles Esimone Calls for Enhanced Collaboration with TETFund
UNIZIK Vice-Chancellor advocates for increased partnership with TETFund to drive infrastructural growth in Nigerian universities.
The Vice-Chancellor of Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Prof. Charles Esimone, advocates for strengthened cooperation between tertiary institutions and the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) to drive forward infrastructural development in the education sector.
Key Points:
- Esimone emphasizes the critical role of ongoing infrastructural projects in tertiary institutions and stresses the need for sustained collaboration to ensure their successful completion.
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- He refutes allegations suggesting a lack of institutional support for TETFund initiatives, asserting that projects are undertaken with full approval and participation from university management.
- Expressing contentment with TETFund's diverse programs, including training and seminars, Esimone acknowledges the proactive efforts of Sunday Echono, the Executive Secretary, in fostering infrastructure growth.
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- He highlights the rigorous approval processes within tertiary institutions that TETFund projects undergo before implementation, underscoring the alignment of these initiatives with institutional objectives.
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The Vice-Chancellor's plea for enhanced collaboration underscores the importance of cohesive partnerships between governmental funding bodies and educational institutions to drive sustainable development. It emphasizes the necessity of transparency and institutional involvement in decision-making processes, ultimately contributing to the advancement of Nigeria's educational landscape.
Esimone's call for increased collaboration with TETFund reflects a broader imperative for synergistic efforts between public institutions and funding agencies to propel educational objectives forward. Such partnerships not only facilitate infrastructural growth but also nurture conducive learning environments, benefitting both students and educators.
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