Babcock University Repays N17.5bn Debt, Unveils Academic Reforms
Babcock University in Nigeria, under former VC Prof. Ademola Tayo, has successfully repaid a N17.5 billion debt, becoming debt-free. The institution has implemented significant academic and digital infrastructure reforms, including a 19-fold increase in internet bandwidth, installation of smart boards, and achieving national data protection certification.
The university has also seen a substantial growth in research grants and external funding. The new VC, Prof. Afolarin Isaac Ojewole, has emphasized the continuation of reforms.
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