The University of Lagos 54th Convocation Address

BY Toyin Falola To have the opportunity to address the University of Lagos on January 10, 2024, is a revered honour. However, what is more important is the necessity of the topic and the influence of the same on the epistemological and structural makeup of African society. Education and knowledge are the fundamental pillars of […]


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