The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has begun the award of double certificates in a new programme called the Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Business Incubation Certification (EIBIC). The federal university’s Deputy Vice Chancellor for development services, Prof. Ayodele Atsenuwa, explained that students would receive double certificates upon graduation.
Prof. Atsenuwa made this known during the launch of the programme at the Akoka campus.
He further explained that the EIBIC programme is approved by the UNILAG Senate and was designed to bridge socioeconomic gaps in Nigeria. He disclosed that the programme will start with 100-level students who will be prepared for the future job market. He stressed that entrepreneurship was crucial for economic growth.
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The Director of the Entrepreneurship and Skill Development Centre, Prof. Sunday Adebisi, said the EIBIC programme makes UNILAG the first Nigerian university to offer two honours or degrees.
Prof. Adebisi added that graduating students will receive EIBIC certificates in addition to their respective degree certificates.
According to Prof. Adebisi, the EIB programme aims to equip students with dual capacities, enhancing their employability and entrepreneurial skills. He further stated that the programme’s calendar has been designed, to ensure that students complete both programmes before graduation.
