Lagos Business School (LBS) recently hosted a delegation from Dangote Business School (DBS), Bayero University, Kano, on a learning mission focused on institutional development. The visit, which took place from August 5 to 7, aligns with LBS’s strategic initiative to mentor and collaborate with institutions seeking support to develop responsible leaders for Africa.
Led by DBS Dean, Professor Garba Bala Bello, the delegation engaged with LBS faculty and leadership to better understand the school’s approach to curriculum design, executive education, research, and alumni engagement.
In her opening remarks, LBS Dean Professor Olayinka David-West highlighted the school’s commitment to partnering with other institutions to advance Africa’s growth. She shared the LBS story, emphasising how the school’s core values and Christian-based mission are at the heart of its operations.
Professor Garba Bala Bello expressed his team’s appreciation for the LBS management’s willingness to share their expertise. “We are confident in Lagos Business School and the quality of leadership and management of the institution,” he said. “The team has demonstrated a spirit of teamwork, collaboration, and respect, which we have experienced from the gate. We have seen responsible management in action. Keep up the good work.”
The learning mission included a tour of the LBS campus and discussions with faculty and leadership on key topics such as the case study methodology, sustainability strategies, and ethical business education. The DBS delegation also received an in-depth overview of the LBS executive programmes.
LBS looks forward to building on this successful visit and exploring further opportunities for collaboration, reinforcing a shared commitment to excellence in business education across Nigeria.
Attendees at the Learning Mission
The DBS delegation was received by the LBS dean, Professor Olayinka David-West and members of the LBS Management Board, including Professor Kemi Ogunyemi, Henry Andoh, Alumni Director, and Professor Uchenna Uzo, faculty director.
Also present were Emmanuel Anegbe, Finance Director; Nsima Ogedi-Alakwe, Chief Marketing Officer; Charles Amaefula, Head, Credit Control; Osita Egwudobi, Strategy and Projects Manager; Nkechi Iwegbu, Director, Custom Executive Education; and Oluwakemi Mfon-Bassey, Head, Open Enrollment, Executive Education.
The delegation from Dangote Business School also included Professor Muktar Shehu Aliyu, Deputy Dean, Research and Innovation; Dr. Aisha Aminu, Deputy Dean, Programmes; and Dr. Mu’azu Hassan Mu’azu, Sub Dean & Alumni Director.
