The Digital Bridge Institute (DBI) and Miva Open University have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at advancing academic excellence in the fields of computer science and digital innovation.
The agreement was signed at the headquarters of DBI, marking the formalization and strengthening of the longstanding partnership between the two institutions.
The President/CEO of DBI, David Daser, and the Vice Chancellor of Miva Open University, Professor Tayo Arulogun, signed the MoU on behalf of their respective institutions.
Speaking on the partnership, Daser commended the dedication and resilience of Professor Arulogun and his team, noting that their commitment to raising academic standards played a key role in making the collaboration possible.
“Many MoUs are signed but not implemented. However, we are determined to ensure this one stands the test of time. We value this collaboration and believe it will contribute significantly to the development of Nigeria’s educational system,” Daser stated.
He assured the Miva delegation of DBI’s full commitment to ensuring that the partnership achieves its purpose and objectives.
“Now that the MoU has been signed, we are ready to hit the ground running. DBI is well-equipped and fully prepared to deliver,” he added.
Also speaking, the Vice Chancellor of Miva University, Professor Tayo Arulogun, emphasized the importance of collaboration in Nigeria’s higher education sector. He noted that one of the major challenges facing Nigerian universities is what he described as the “do-it-alone syndrome,” where institutions attempt to operate in isolation instead of exploring strategic partnerships.
“Many universities want to go it alone, rather than collaborating with established institutions like DBI,” he said. “But the resources available across Nigerian universities would actually be sufficient, if only we worked together.”
Professor Arulogun therefore encouraged other universities and institutions to embrace collaboration as a means to optimize capacity and enhance academic output.
Signed:
Akin Ogunlade
Head, Public Affairs/Protocol Unit
Digital Bridge Institute
(DBI)