From Pollution to Possibility: UNILAG, France, and Industry Partners Reimagine Plastic Waste in Nigeria
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” Those enduring words by cultural anthropologist Margaret Mead found living expression at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, as academia, government, and industry converged in a bold demonstration of how collaboration can drive practical solutions to one of the world’s most pressing environmental challenges: plastic pollution. In a […]
UNILAG, Nigeria Computer Society Explore Future-Focused Partnership for Digital Innovation and Student Development
“The future belongs to those who prepare for it today.” Those words by civil rights leader Malcolm X found quiet expression at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) as the leadership of the Nigeria Computer Society (NCS), Lagos Chapter, paid a courtesy visit to the University on Thursday, April 30, 2026, to discuss collaborative pathways capable of shaping the next generation of technology professionals for a rapidly evolving digital world. The delegation, led by Dr. Adewale Adesina, Chairman […]
Vote for UNILAG Student Innovators in the Rice360° 2026 People’s Choice Awards
University of Lagos (UNILAG) Community let’s come together and vote to bring prestige to our very own, The Health Guardian (THG), in the Rice360° 2026 People’s Choice Awards. Other people may have luck, but as a UNILAG student, you have something far more powerful; knowledge, ingenuity, skills, and most importantly, COMMUNITY. Now, let’s show the world what that community can do when it moves as one force by voting en masse for The Health Guardian […]
UNILAG Introduces Staff Laptop Ownership Scheme, Commences Data Collection Exercise
The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has taken another step in advancing its Digital Transformation Project with the approval of a Personal Mobile Computing Device Ownership Initiative for members of staff. The initiative, approved by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Folasade T. Ogunsola, OON, FAS, is designed to enhance productivity, flexibility, and digital access across the University community by enabling staff to own personal computing devices tailored to their work needs. To ensure a seamless rollout, the University […]
Commissioning of Geosciences Centre of Excellence Holds, April 17
The University of Lagos (UNILAG) is set to host the commissioning of the Geosciences Centre of Excellence situated at its Science Complex (formerly the Faculty of Science) on Friday, April 17, 2026. More than just a new building, the Centre represents a significant step forward in the University’s commitment to strengthening teaching, research, and real-world impact in the geosciences. The project is the result of a strong collaboration, funded by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company […]
