The acting executive secretary of the National Universities Commission (NUC), Mr Chris Maiyaki, has emphasised the importance of quality assurance and reputational capital in transforming the nation’s education sector.
His recommendation came while delivering the Babcock University inaugural Registry Lecture titled, “The Role of the University Administrator in a Changing University Environment: Issues and Prospects.”
Maiyaki highlighted the evolving role of university administrators in today’s dynamic higher education landscape, stressing the need for adaptability, innovation, and strategic leadership.
He urged administrators to, “develop a creative and innovative mind-set to drive growth and progress and be adaptable and responsive to contemporary demands and challenges.”
He also emphasised the importance of mastering new technologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness, while cautioning that technology should be a means to achieving university goals, not an end in itself.
Maiyaki noted that the NUC recommends integrating local content with emerging technologies and competencies, as outlined in the new university curriculum policy, to enhance content and relevance to scholars.
“By following these recommendations, university administrators can contribute to creating a thriving university ecosystem that fosters academic excellence, innovation, and growth,” he said.
Apart from the Babcock University community, the hybrid lecture also provided valuable insights for other university administrators, academics, and stakeholders, sparking reflections on the future of higher education leadership.
