Babcock University has reiterated its commitment to producing industry-ready graduates by strengthening partnerships with key professional and media organisations.
The university’s President and Vice-Chancellor, Professor Afolarin Ojewole, made this known during courtesy visits to Lagos Television (LTV) and the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN). The visits were part of efforts to align academic training with industry expectations and ensure students gain practical exposure while still in school.
Ojewole said the initiative is driven by the university’s vision to nurture graduates who are capable of research-driven innovation, entrepreneurship, and global competitiveness.
“Sustained collaboration between higher institutions and industry remains critical to preparing students for contemporary workplace realities,” he said. “We want our students to gain practical industry exposure while still in school. Such engagement will help bridge the gap between theory and practice and ensure that our graduates are well prepared for life beyond the classroom.”
The Vice-Chancellor, accompanied by the Associate Vice President, Communication, Media and Branding, Dr Babafemi Akintayo, and other senior officials, held discussions with the General Manager of Lagos Television, Mrs Adesola Kosoko, and members of her management team.
Kosoko welcomed the delegation and expressed LTV’s willingness to collaborate in training and mentoring future media professionals through structured industry engagement.
In addition to internship opportunities, Babcock University is expanding its academic framework to incorporate professional certifications and capacity-building programmes aimed at improving graduates’ visibility and employability in both local and international markets.
The initiative forms part of the university’s broader strategy to strengthen town-and-gown relationships and reposition its graduates for leadership, innovation, and societal impact.