women’s education and bolster Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education, Lagos State University (LASU), University of Lagos  (UNILAG), and Pan-Atlantic University (PAU) have signed an educational cooperative partnership agreement with Spelman College, Atlanta, Georgia, USA.

The partnership aims to establish a robust framework for collaboration among the four universities, focusing on creative industries, faculty and student exchange programs, and mutually beneficial educational initiatives.

The event, held at UNILAG, was attended by U.S. Consul-General in Nigeria, Richard Mills Jr., members of the U.S. Presidential Advisory Committee, leaders from other universities in and around Lagos, as well as staff and students from the partnering institutions.

This partnership, aptly titled “Developing Partnerships between U.S. and Nigerian Institutions of Higher Education,” marks a significant milestone in educational cooperation and is set to pave the way for numerous academic and cultural exchanges, enriching the educational landscape in Nigeria and beyond.

The signing ceremony was graced by prominent academic figures, including UNILAG Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Folasade Ogunsola; LASU Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello, represented by LASU Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration), Prof. Adenike Boyo; Dean of the School of Management and Social Science at PAU, Prof. Sola Oni; and Dr. Helene Gayle of Spelman College.