Trinity University, Yaba, Lagos, has introduced a Skills Acquisition Academy as part of efforts to equip students with practical abilities and improve their employability after graduation.
The university’s Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Clement Kolawole, disclosed this on Wednesday at the fourth edition of the institution’s annual Campus Flaws programme held at the TU City Campus in Yaba.
Kolawole said participation in the skills development programme would be compulsory for students, with training focused on entrepreneurial, employability and other marketable skills.
He explained that the initiative was designed to complement academic education by preparing students for opportunities and challenges beyond the classroom.
According to him, the university would collaborate with relevant institutions and organisations to provide practical training that could strengthen students’ readiness for the labour market.
The Campus Flaws programme, which attracted more than 500 SS3 students from 10 schools, was also aimed at helping young people make informed decisions about their education and career paths.
The event featured mentoring sessions, career guidance, a panel discussion and a stage play, with discussions covering personal development, university life, goal setting, leadership and academic success.
Kolawole also stressed the importance of good character, noting that academic qualifications and practical skills should be complemented by responsible conduct and strong personal values.
Speaking during the event, Nollywood actress Yvonne Jegede encouraged the students to remain focused on their individual goals and avoid comparing their progress with that of others.
Actor and filmmaker Tobi Makinde, popularly known as Timini, also urged the students to take their education seriously while acquiring relevant skills and developing good character.
The speakers and other panellists encouraged the students to pursue academic excellence while building entrepreneurial and leadership capabilities that could help them create opportunities for themselves and others.
The annual Campus Flaws initiative also seeks to address social vices among young people and provide prospective university students with guidance as they prepare for higher education.
