On Thursday, 14th November 2024, Kenyatta University warmly welcomed a high-level delegation from the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), Nigeria. The delegation, led by Prof. Idris Bugaje, a Member of the Board of Trustees TETFund and the Executive Secretary of the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE), paid a courtesy call to the Vice-Chancellor at 10:30 am.
This visit underscores the strong partnership between Kenyatta University and TETFund, which has flourished for over seven years. The delegation’s mission included an interaction with five TETFund-sponsored scholars currently pursuing postgraduate studies at Kenyatta University. As part of their academic inspection and verification exercise, these scholars presented their progress reports, providing an opportunity for TETFund to review their development and offer tailored support.
Key Highlights of the Courtesy Call:
- Strengthening Partnerships: Discussions centered on enhancing collaborations between Kenyatta University and TETFund, particularly in capacity building for teaching staff in higher education institutions in Nigeria.
- Engagement with Scholars: The TETFund delegation received updates from their sponsored scholars and emphasized their commitment to supporting academic excellence.
- Promoting Academic Staff Training and Development (ASTD): TETFund reaffirmed its dedication to advancing quality education by funding scholarships for Nigerian academics pursuing postgraduate studies globally, a key focus area under its intervention programs.
About the TETFund Delegation:
- Prof. Idris Bugaje: An accomplished scholar and administrator, Prof. Bugaje holds a Ph.D. in Energy Engineering from the University of Newcastle. He has over 40 years of service, specializing in Renewable Energy research, particularly Biofuels, and holds five patents.
- Mrs. Ebere Nwobu Ogoma: Assistant Director, Head of SERVICOM Division, TETFund Directorate.
- Salisu Zaharaddeen Maska: Principal Administrative Officer, Academic Staff Training and Development, TETFund.
Kenyatta University Representatives:
- Prof. James B. Kung’u: Acting Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic).
- Prof. Caroline Thoruwa: Acting Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research, Innovation & Outreach).
- Prof. Samson Ondigi: Executive Dean, School of Education & Lifelong Learning.
- Dr. Richard Wafula: Executive Dean, School of Law, Arts and Humanities.
- Prof. Jackline Nyerere: Director, Centre for International Programmes and Collaboration.
This visit highlighted the shared vision of Kenyatta University and TETFund in fostering academic excellence and mutual growth through international partnerships. The University looks forward to expanding its collaboration with TETFund in the years ahead, enhancing opportunities for academic training, research, and institutional development.