The University of Ilesa (UNILESA) has established a strategic academic partnership with the University of Lomé, Togo, aimed at strengthening Chinese Language education and fostering broader international cooperation.
The partnership was formalized with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Monday, 28th September, 2026, at the University of Lomé. The MoU was signed by the Vice-Chancellor of UNILESA, Professor Taiwo Olufemi Asaolu, FCA, and the President of the University of Lomé, Professor Adama Mawulé Kpodar.
Under the terms of the agreement, degree students of the Chinese Studies programme in UNILESA will undertake a one-year intensive immersion programme at the Confucius Institute of the University of Lomé. The programme is designed to provide students with in-depth exposure to Chinese language, culture and traditions in an authentic Chinese learning environment, thereby enhancing their linguistic proficiency and cross-cultural competence.
In his remarks at the signing ceremony, Professor Asaolu described the collaboration as a significant milestone in the University's internationalization drive. He noted that beyond language immersion, the MoU lays the foundation for expanded cooperation between the two institutions, including joint research initiatives, staff and student exchange programmes, and other mutually beneficial academic engagements.
The President of the University of Lomé, Professor Kpodar, on his part, welcomed the partnership and reaffirmed his institution's commitment to its successful implementation.
The collaboration is expected to greatly enrich the academic experience of UNILESA students and further strengthen the ties between the two West African universities.
Babatunde Fanawopo
Senior Assistant Registrar
Corporate Services & Information Unit
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