Athena Centre for Policy and Leadership is set to launch two research institutes in honour of Dr. Arthur Nwankwo and Prof. Olikoye Ransome-Kuti.
The institutes are the Athena Dr. Arthur Nwankwo Institute for Education and Intellectual Freedom and Athena Prof. Olikoye Ransome-Kuti Institute for Health and Social Equity.
The pioneering institutes will serve as knowledge hubs for governance, education and health policy promoting researches and contributing to Athena’s mission of shaping governance and empowering African leaders to formulate policies that will drive development, and and improve the lives of citizens.
Chief Osita Chidoka the Chancellor of Athena Centre for Policy and Leadership said “We honour Dr. Arthur Nwankwo, and Prof. Olikoye Ransome-Kuti not just for their past contributions but for their lasting impact on the future of governance, education, and healthcare in Nigeria and beyond.”
“With these institutes, Athena Centre will deepen its impact by producing high-quality researches , publishing data-driven policy recommendations, and offering specialised leadership training for policymakers, educators, and health professionals”.
Mr. Aliyu Jalal, the Media and Communication Officer Athena Centre for Policy and Leadership in a press statement on Wednesday reveals that the event will take place at the System Property Development Consortium, No 7 Howeidy A. St, Jabi, 900108, Federal Capital Territory on Wednesday and will be physical and virtual.
“This launch represents a significant milestone in institutionalising the legacies of three icons whose work shaped Nigerian society. The institutes will conduct research, publish policy recommendations, and provide leadership training to address contemporary governance, education, and healthcare challenges.” Mr. Jala added.
This landmark event is part of Athena’s broader mission to build a research-driven governance ecosystem in Nigeria and Africa.
The institutes will set the stage for a new era of evidence-based governance, educational transformation, and health policy innovation in Nigeria and beyond.
Athena Centre Invite policymakers, researchers, educators, healthcare professionals, and thought leaders to engage with the Athena Centre and contribute to shaping Africa’s policy landscape.
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