The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Offa, Professor Kazeem Alagbe Gbolagade, FNCS, FCILG, FPAN, invites the public to the 1st Inaugural Lecture of the University titled "Communicating Development, Creating Wealth: Nigerian Media, Entrepreneurship, Innovation and National Growth." 

The landmark lecture will be delivered by Professor Adegoke Akeem Raufu, ARPA, ANIPR, FSL, FCAI, a Professor of Communication and Rector of D.S. Adegbenro ICT Polytechnic in Itori, Ewekoro, Ogun State, on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at the University Auditorium.

The inaugural lecture marks a significant milestone in the academic journey of the University of Offa as it continues to promote intellectual discourse, research excellence and societal development through scholarship and knowledge sharing.

The University of Offa warmly welcomes members of the academic community, media practitioners, policymakers, entrepreneurs, students and the general public to attend this historic event and benefit from the insights that will be shared on the intersection of media, entrepreneurship, innovation and national development.

Signed

Media Unit, 

The University of Offa

Offa, Kwara State