Lasun Alagbe
In the past few months, something novel had been happening in the world of university education in Nigeria.
A university still being conceived, still rising in the pregnancy of time, zoomed into the consciousness of may as it is being advertised elaborately, promising grand options and even attracting some controversy in the process.
This is Wigwe University, founded by the CEO of Access Bank – Herbert Wigwe.
Now, there may be some concern for the huge dream as Wigwe has reportedly died in a helicopter crash.
While he is expected to be pervasively and befittingly mourned, a lot of stakeholders will hope that the dream survives the tragedy,, because of the huge promise it holds for all and sundry.
This is how the university prides itself:
Beyond Education, Nurturing Fearless, Visionary Leaders
Wigwe University is unwavering in its commitment to excellence in education and the shaping of future African leaders. Our purpose is to build and nurture truly responsible, fearless leaders that will drive transformative change in Nigeria and Africa.
We recognize that the realisation of sustainable progress in Africa hinges on the cultivation of leaders who are not only academically proficient, but they also possess a relentless obligation to changing the current narrative of Africa and its people.
Wigwe University stands apart as an educational institution with its unique mission to go beyond providing a world class education. We believe it is just as important to inspire greatness and develop a fearless spirit in our students that will lead to positive change in the world. We create leaders who will lead with conviction, challenge the status quo, confront societal issues, and contribute meaningful, positive change to the development of Africa.
Our institution is a seat of learning, where knowledge, resilience, innovation, ethical leadership, social responsibility, and national progress are intertwined. Our advanced curriculum, distinguished faculty, mentorship programs and extracurricular activities are all designed to provide an exceptional, thought-provoking environment that produces great leaders.
From the moment our students pass through our doors, they begin a substantive program where they will be developed into fearless leaders ready to take on the many important challenges of the world. We view each student as a beacon of hope and a baton of positive change for a better Africa.
We do more than award degrees; we are here to make history.
This is what it means to be fearless.
