UNILAG Embraces Future of Farming, Partners Soilless Farm Lab to Promote Urban Agriculture Revolution
In a landmark move poised to redefine Nigeria’s agricultural landscape, the University of Lagos (UNILAG) has announced a bold leap into urban farming, partnering with groundbreaking agri-tech leader, Soilless Farm Laboratory. At the historic meeting, held on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academics & Research), Professor Bola Oboh, stood in for the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Folasade T. Ogunsola, OON, FAS, to declare UNILAG’s commitment to a “Future-Ready” agricultural revolution. Prof. Oboh unveiled the university’s […]
UNILAG GREEN HUB COMMEMORATES 2025 WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY, JUNE 5
The University of Lagos Green Hub invites staff, students, and members of the university community to a massive clean-up and awareness event in commemoration of the 2025 World Environment Day. Date: Thursday, June 5, 2025Time: 9:00a.m. – 12:00 noonVenue: J. F. Ade. Ajayi AuditoriumTheme: END PLASTIC POLLUTION This year’s global celebration, which focuses on tackling plastic waste, is open to all – and YOU can be part of the solution! WHAT TO EXPECT: Whether you are a student, staff member, or simply passionate […]
Hostel Development at UNILAG Receives Boost as ICRC Facilitates Investor Meeting
The University of Lagos (UNILAG) took a significant step towards addressing its student accommodation deficit as the Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission (ICRC) facilitated a crucial meeting between the university management and private investors on Monday, June 2, 2025. Held at the Senate Chambers, the meeting brought together key stakeholders – UNILAG (Grantor), ICRC (Regulator), and prospective investors – to review progress, align on deliverables, and recommit to the agreed timeline. Representing the ICRC Director-General, Dr. […]
UNILAG Maritime Students Gain Hands-On Industry Experience with Nigerian Navy, Shell, and NPA
In a series of immersive fieldwork experiences, students of the Institute of Maritime Studies , University of Lagos (IMS-UNILAG) recently engaged with three major players in Nigeria’s maritime sector: the Nigerian Navy, Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company, and the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA). The visits, designed to enhance practical knowledge, provided students in Hydrographic Surveying, Maritime Administration, and Logistics & Supply Chain Management with firsthand exposure to industry operations. The fieldwork exercises underscored the […]
UNILAG Hosts Groundbreaking Hackathon, Commissions Female Innovation Hub
In a bold stride towards empowering the next generation of female engineers, the University of Lagos, in partnership with the Lagos Chapter of the Association of Professional Women Engineers of Nigeria (APWEN), hosted the Shenovation Hackathon 2025, a dynamic design and innovation competition for young women in engineering. Held on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, the event also featured the commissioning of the APWENLagos Innovation & Resource Hub at the Faculty of Engineering, with the Vice-Chancellor, […]
