The University of Lagos (UNILAG), in partnership with global education non-profit Professors Without Borders (PROWIBO), successfully concluded a dynamic 5-day training programme aimed at fostering digital transformation across the academic ecosystem.
Themed “Empowering Digital Transformation: Leadership, Innovation & Sustainability,” the bootcamp held from Monday, July 21 to Friday, July 25, 2025, at the Faculty of Law, brought together global facilitators, thought leaders, academic staff, non-teaching staff, and students for an intensive week of learning and reorientation.
Opening with Purpose
Speaking at the opening ceremony, Professor Blessing Anyikwa, the PROWIBO Coordinator at UNILAG and event anchor, described the initiative as a timely intervention. Representing the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Development Services), Professor Afolabi Lesi, she emphasized the urgency of aligning Nigeria’s academic institutions with the demands of a tech-driven global economy.
“Digital transformation is no longer a luxury — it’s a necessity for national development,” Prof. Anyikwa noted. She praised PROWIBO’s commitment to expanding global access to quality education and urged participants to see the programme as an innovation and sustainability trigger in academic practice.
Engaging Sessions, Global Mentors
Each day was packed with engaging sessions tailored to the specific needs of students and staff.
Undergraduate participants explored themes such as:
Social Entrepreneurship with Bob Eckhart
Finance for Africa led by Charlie Dove-Edwin
Research Methods taught by Brieanne Beaujolais
These sessions featured interactive discussions and real-life case studies to boost research inquiry, financial literacy, and entrepreneurial mindsets.
Afternoon sessions for faculty and non-teaching staff included:
AI Tools and Career Development by Dr. Oluseyi A.J. Sodiya
Personal Branding and Ikigai with Peter-Frank Haarmans
Faculty Development and Global Classroom Engagement facilitated by Bob Eckhart
Dr. Sodiya’s session was a standout, highlighting the ethical use of AI in academic and career advancement. “AI isn’t just hype — it’s a tool we must understand and use wisely,”
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