On Monday, Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, Executive Governor of Enugu State, officially launched the Diaspora BRIDGE Platform to “reconnect global expertise with local purpose in Nigeria’s education system”.
The Governor expressed his gratitude to the Honourable Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, for “convening this timely and strategic initiative.”
Governor Mbah made known via X: “In Abuja, I joined key stakeholders for the official launch of the Diaspora BRIDGE Platform, a visionary step toward reconnecting global expertise with local purpose in Nigeria’s education system. I commend the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, for convening this timely and strategic initiative.
“For years, we have measured the value of the Nigerian diaspora primarily through remittances. But today, we embrace a more enduring and transformative view; one that taps into their expertise, their innovation, and their collective capacity to help shape a stronger, knowledge-driven nation.
“In Enugu State, we are fully aligned with this vision. Education is the single most important sector upon which our socio-economic future depends, and we are investing boldly in it.
“Beyond expanding our existing seven public tertiary institutions, we are establishing two new universities: Enugu State University of Education and Technology (ESUET), and Enugu State University of Agriculture and Technology (ESUAT).
“Because innovation is the language of the 21st century, we are also building eight Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges, one in each federal constituency, to equip our youth with practical, job-ready skills.
“Through the Center for Experiential Learning and Innovation (CELI), we are transforming how we teach and learn, focusing on foundational, digital, life, and job-specific skills. We are embracing AI, simulation, virtual and augmented reality to drive applied learning that prepares our students to lead in technology, science, medicine, and beyond.”
On the State’s Smart Green School, where 260 of them are under construction, Mbah said, they are designed to start operation in September.
Governor Mbah further made known: “Our Smart Green Schools, 260 of them currently under construction, are designed to commence operation in September. They are a symbol of our belief that human capital is the true measure of the wealth of a nation.
“Enugu is ready to host and lead diaspora collaboration. When you think of STEMM – Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Medicine – think Enugu State. Come to Enugu State, give Enugu State a chance.”
