Mr. Richard Niyonkuru, the Deputy Vice Chancellor of Administration and Finance at UNILAK, paid a courtesy visit to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Rwanda to introduce the newly arrived Technical Aid Corps (TAC) volunteers who are set to collaborate with the university over the next two years. The visit, which took place on December 19, 2024, was warmly received by senior officials from the Ministry.
The Ministry officials expressed their appreciation for the partnership between UNILAK and the Nigerian Technical Aid Corps, emphasizing the potential of the collaboration to enhance knowledge exchange and capacity building across various academic disciplines.
Mr. Richard took the opportunity to highlight the valuable contributions the TAC volunteers will make in supporting academic programs and strengthening the university’s ties with international institutions.
In his remarks, Mr. Richard noted that the TAC volunteers bring a wealth of expertise and experience, which will significantly benefit students and faculty members at UNILAK. The volunteers are expected to play a pivotal role in fostering academic excellence and providing specialized training to the next generation of leaders in various fields.
The visit was a significant step in reinforcing the growing collaboration between Rwanda and Nigeria through the TAC initiative, which has been instrumental in the development of key sectors in partner countries.
The Ministry extended a warm welcome to the TAC volunteers and assured them of their support in their new roles, marking a promising start to a mutually beneficial partnership.