By Abdul-Ganiyy Akanbi <\/p>\n
The Commonwealth Scholars and Fellows Alumni Association Nigeria, COSFAN, has pledged to institute endowment funds in perpetuity across Nigerian universities to support research in tertiary institutions.<\/p>\n
The first endowment, worth N10 million, was unveiled at the Centre for Peace and Strategic Studies, University of Ilorin, in honour of former UN Under-Secretary-General, Professor Ibrahim Gambari, for his contributions to national development.<\/p>\n
COSFAN leaders noted at the event that in a world defined by complex conflicts and competing interests, the link between peace and development has never been more critical.<\/p>\n
“Peace provides the essential foundation upon which all meaningful development must be built. Without security and stability, nations cannot attract investment, build infrastructure, educate their children, or provide healthcare for their citizens,” the association stated.<\/p>\n
In his remarks, Professor Gambari said the gesture came at a critical time when the study and practice of peace and development is increasingly important.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s a big honour for me and I\u2019m truly delighted. For me, this is very timely. It\u2019s a commitment to mentoring, to excellence and to encouraging particularly the youths to do their best in whatever it is and in their chosen profession.<\/p>\n
\u201cThere\u2019s no higher commitment than a profession that combines the study and the practice of peace and development in the country,” he said.<\/p>\n
Professor Gambari also disclosed that the Angolan government had earlier honoured him for his role in restoring peace during the country\u2019s civil war.<\/p>\n
He thanked past and present presidents of COSFAN, as well as all contributors who made the occasion memorable.l<\/p>\n
COSFAN President, Dr Ekundayo Samuel, and immediate past President, Dr Abiola Adimula, said the endowment was instituted to sustain Professor Gambari\u2019s legacy in peace and development studies.<\/p>\n
Chairman of COSFAN Board of Trustees, Professor Olugbemiro Jegede, said the association would sustain the initiative to promote research, peace and development across the country.<\/p>\n
Deputy Vice Chancellor, Research, Technology and Innovation, University of Ilorin, Professor Mukhtar Etudaye, described the endowment as “a move in the right direction”.<\/p>\n
Director of the Centre for Peace and Strategic Studies, Unilorin, Professor Gbemisola Animashaun, called on Nigerians and philanthropists to support research work in the nation\u2019s tertiary institutions.<\/p>\n
COSFAN said it will replicate the endowment model in other universities to strengthen research capacity and advance scholarship in peace, security and development.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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