University of Ibadan's VC Promotes Global Collaboration

Professor Peter Olapegba was inaugurated as the 14th Vice Chancellor of the University of Ibadan. During his inauguration lecture at the Trenchard Hall, he stated that his administration will focus on promoting the internationalisation of the university through collaborations, student exchange programs, and visiting scholarships.

He emphasized the importance of producing students who are critical thinkers and problem solvers. Professor Olapegba acknowledged the necessity of government funding and expressed his commitment to exploring knowledge commercialisation and industry partnerships.

He also promised to enhance AI-literacy education by strengthening the university's digital ecosystem. Professor Akin Ogundiran, a Professor of African History and Black Studies at Northwestern University, spoke at the event, advocating for the university to become more African and global.