Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has partnered with British Education Group, the proprietors of Coventry University in Bouskoura, Morocco, to enhance Gombe’s tertiary education sector and provide students with higher-quality education opportunities.
The Governor, who led his delegation on a visit to the institution, was greeted by its founder/CEO, Mr Nabeel Obaid, who gave the team a detailed tour of the university’s various faculties.
He informed the delegation that since its inception in 2001, Coventry University has been delivering world-class British education, and awarding Bachelor’s, Master’s, and MBA degrees through its affiliation with Cardiff Metropolitan University.
According to him, “Operating exclusively in English, Coventry University stands out as a unique higher education institution in Morocco, offering students the opportunity to earn globally recognised degrees.”
He stressed that, “This approach is designed to prepare students for success in an increasingly English-dominated business environment”.
Mr. Obaid also announced the decision of his institution to honour the Governor of Gombe State at a later date, in acknowledgment of his visionary approach and exceptional contributions to education.
In his remarks, Governor Inuwa Yahaya expressed gratitude to the university authorities for their warm reception and the opportunity to explore potential collaborations.
Inuwa Yahaya said that, “Our aim of seeking collaborating with great universities like Coventry University, is to provide our students with unparalleled opportunities and access to high-quality education.”
He also said, “I believe such partnerships are vital for equipping students with the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in a globalized world, which will ultimately foster a brighter future for the entire state, because education is the bedrock of development “.
The meeting featured presentations by the Commissioner of Education, Associate Professor Aishatu Umar Maigari, and the Vice-Chancellor of Gombe State University, Professor Aliyu Usman Elnafaty. They emphasised the importance of the partnership and its potential benefits for Gombe State’s educational landscape.
The discussions eventually led to an agreement on a long-term, mutually beneficial cooperation with the British Education Group.
This collaboration will enable a student exchange programme, provide affordable courses with flexible payment choices for Gombe State students, and provide a variety of campuses and curriculum tailored to the student’s preferences.
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) will soon be signed between the Gombe State government, through Gombe State University, and Coventry University to formalize this collaboration as contained in a statement by Ismaila Uba Misilli, Director-General, (Press Affairs), Government House, Gombe.