Beginning in February of 2010, the Center began hosting delegations of public administrators from Oyo State, Nigeria, for professional development programs of approximately two weeks duration.
Taking full advantage of CCSU’s expert faculty from its various schools - as well as state and local public officials and policymakers - the Center designed its curriculum to advance the public service skills of Nigerian leaders by showcasing what are considered both ‘best theory’ and ‘best practices’ in the field, as developed in the USA.
Dr. Olusegun Odesina, Associate Dean of CCSU’s School of Engineering and Technology, was key in bringing the Center together with the Oyo State groups, which have been sponsored by the Quality of Life Foundation, based in Nigeria.
The Quality of Life Foundation has been very ably represented by its Executive Director, Layi Egunjobi. The most recent delegation visited in October of 2011, and like those before, served with distinction as well-respected ambassadors from Oyo State.
