The Chief Executive Officer of Nexford University, Fadl Al Tarzi, has urged Nigerian graduates to be ready for management positions.
He mentioned this through the 2023 commencement ceremony of the college in Lagos, the place he rated Nigerian college students excessive in analysis and teachers, noting that Nigerians are future leaders and changemakers of Africa.
He mentioned, “You have learned how to learn, and it is your responsibility to continue this journey of learning, to quench your thirst for knowledge, and to positively impact your world.
“Remember, Japa is not the only path to success. In this era of remote work, jobs are transcending geographical boundaries, and Africa with its youthful population, is poised to be the cradle of tomorrow’s global workforce. There is an undeniable truth in this, Africa is where tomorrow’s workforce will come from.”
He additionally inspired the graduates to shatter stereotypes and elevate the usual of Nigerian expertise on the worldwide stage.
The Nexford CEO defined; “Our ancestors have traversed continents, shaping economies and societies. Nigerians in the United States are, on average, twice as educated as the average American. It is time for you to ascend to leadership, redefine perceptions, and engrave your marks on societies, whether here in Nigeria or beyond your borders.
“If your journey takes you to foreign lands, remember, you are the architects of perceptions, the ambassadors of our values. Make those lands realize the privilege of hosting Nigerian talent. Showcase your superior skills and let the world witness the value you add, and the legacy you create.”
A former Minister of Education, Dr Obiageli Ezekwesili, on the occasion mentioned educational establishments like Nexford would assist Nigeria repair human capital deficiencies.
Ezekwesili, a board member of NXU, famous that the college is likely one of the international establishments which have visibly given the talents which might be essential for the twenty first century.
“If we increase our Gross Domestic Product and we spread the sources of our GDP, what we will have is inclusive prosperity, so we must have graduates of this kind from as many institutions as possible,” she famous.
A valedictorian, James Ogo-Oluwa Osinowo, in his speech, narrated how Nexford University inculcated resilience, teamwork and perseverance within the learners.
He additionally famous that the college uncovered college students to “possibilities and opportunities”.
Osinowo mentioned, “Immediately I completed my MBA in January 2023, the following month saw me receive an offer for the role of Group Finance Manager. And it’s just the beginning. One of the important lessons we’ve learnt during our time here is the power of resilience. We’ve faced demanding assignments and tests, grueling projects and sleepless nights, yet we persevered.”
The 2023 commencement occasion of the college witnessed grasp courses, a profession honest with Nigeria’s main firms, a start-up demo and an exhibition in Lagos State.
Also, 5 Nigerian college students have been awarded through the commencement ceremony. Among them was James Ogo-Oluwa Osinowo who emerged because the Valedictorian of the Year for Class 2023.
Others awarded have been Adeshile Oluwabusayo who emerged the Best Peer Mentor for BBA (Undergraduate Degree) and Monsuru Adebayo Popoola, Best Peer Mentor MBA (Graduate Degree).
While Daniel Oreofe was additionally awarded the Outstanding Volunteer of the Year, Sonter Samuel James emerged because the Outstanding Brand Ambassador.
During the start-up pitches and exhibition, seasoned specialists like Iyin Aboyeji of Future Africa, and Napa Onwusah, Leader for AWS Startups in Africa amongst others tutored the graduates.
The grasp class periods centred on constructing and scaling a startup, designing a satisfying profession, changing into globally related, gross sales abilities for founders and succeeding in a distant job setting.
