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The Vice Chancellor, Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai, Professor Mohammed Hadi Sulaiman has reiterated his commitment to deepening technological innovation and strengthening academic delivery.
The assurance was given during a strategic presentation session with Layer 3, an Internet Network provider, held at the Vice Chancellor’s Conference Room in the Abdulkadir Kure Senate Building.
Speaking at the event, the Vice Chancellor who was represented by the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Administration, Professor Muhammad Salihu Niworu, said that the University’s Management is determined to build an environment where innovation thrives and students gain access to globally relevant tools.
He noted that global standards in tertiary education now rely heavily on technology enabled learning, research optimisation, and data driven administration.
According to him, the commitment of staff, students, and development partners remains central to sustaining the momentum.
He further emphasised that the University would continue to prioritise capacity building for lecturers and administrative staff to ensure that the digital systems are fully maximized.
“The future of higher education belongs to institutions that can adapt quickly, invest in technology, and empower their people,” he said.
The Technical Officer of Layer 3, Mr. Godwin Michaels spoke extensively on the new artificial intelligence driven systems and infrastructural upgrades being installed across campus.
Mr. Michaels noted that the integration of AI into classroom facilities, library services, and student support centres would significantly boost productivity and reduce manual processes.
He also highlighted the renewed efforts in expanding the University’s network architecture, replacing obsolete equipment, and introducing high-capacity digital servers to support cloud-based learning and research.
According to him, these developments will eliminate connectivity challenges and provide seamless access to academic resources for students and lecturers.
He assured that continuous training and technical support would be provided to ensure smooth operation and sustainability.
Delivering the vote of thanks, the Registrar, Alhaji Idris Saleh Kusherki, commended the Vice Chancellor and the technical team for the clarity of their presentation and their unwavering dedication to institutional growth.
Alhaji Kusherki expressed gratitude to Layer 3, reiterating Management’s readiness to provide the necessary administrative backing to ensure University growth and development.