January 2025

The Director of the Entrepreneurship Development Centre (EDC), Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK), led his team on a strategic visit to the Faculty of Agriculture, Shabu Annex. The purpose of the visit was to formally introduce the EDC leadership to the faculty’s Entrepreneurship Skill Acquisition Coordinator and gain insights into how entrepreneurship practicals are conducted within the faculty. During the meeting, the Director commended Dr. Luka, the coordinator, along with the facilitators, for their dedication and contributions to entrepreneurship training. He further urged them to intensify their efforts, emphasizing that strengthening entrepreneurship education is a key driver for societal development and economic growth in Nigeria. The Director also highlighted key developments at the EDC, including the automation of its processes, staff revalidation, and the introduction of new skill-based programs focusing on soft skills such as web development, content creation, and video editing. Before engaging with the faculty’s coordinator, the Director had the privilege of meeting and exchanging pleasantries with the Dean of the Faculty Prof. S.A. Okunsebor. Following the discussions, the EDC team took the opportunity to explore the Department of Forestry and Wildlife, where they encountered a unique conservation effort featuring trees tagged with matriculation numbers, as well as wildlife species such as crocodiles and monkeys. The faculty’s representatives explained that the forest houses tree species representing nearly all of North Central Nigeria’s flora. The visit concluded with a group photograph, marking a productive engagement aimed at strengthening entrepreneurship training within the university.

The Director of the Entrepreneurship Development Centre (EDC), Nasarawa State University, Keffi, Prof. Rashidah Funke Olanrewaju recently paid a courtesy visit to the Window on America Keffi located within the university library. This significant visit marked a strategic engagement aimed at fostering collaboration between the two centers. The EDC Director was warmly received by Mr. Wilson Oserada, the Director of the Window on America Keffi, who shared insights about the center’s activities, including its dedication to promoting knowledge sharing, skill development, and capacity building among students and the wider community. During the meeting, both directors explored avenues for potential collaboration in the areas of practical-oriented entrepreneurial training, soft skills development, and knowledge sharing. Discussions centered on leveraging the resources and expertise of both centers to equip students and aspiring entrepreneurs with hands-on skills and innovative ideas needed to thrive in today’s competitive environment. The partnership seeks to create a robust platform for capacity building that empowers individuals to become self-reliant, creative, and solution-driven. The visit underscores EDC’s commitment to broadening its impact through strategic partnerships that promote entrepreneurial growth and development. The collaboration with Window on America Keffi aligns with EDC’s mission of fostering an entrepreneurial mindset and practical skill acquisition. This partnership promises to be a beacon of empowerment, driving innovation, and creating opportunities for students and community members alike.#nsuk#nsukedc#windowamericakeffi