On Monday, June 1st, 2026, representatives from the Nigerian Institute of Science Laboratory Technology (NISLT) visited Dominican University, Ibadan, aiming to build stronger ties between the two institutions and discuss potential partnerships that could lead to mutual benefits. The Vice-Chancellor, along with members of the University’s Management, warmly received the delegates.

The visit served as a valuable opportunity for both institutions to discuss ways to work together to promote sustainable development, boost research and improve academic standards in Oyo State and Nigeria. The delegates from NISLT shared insights about their ongoing collaborations with a number of international organisations, emphasising their commitment to equipping researchers with the tools and resources they need to conduct high-quality research. They added that this initiative is all about promoting scientific knowledge and ensuring that research findings are credible, relevant and impactful.

Both parties strongly recognise the significance of forming strategic alliances to tackle common challenges and create opportunities that benefit both the institutions and the community. They identified numerous promising areas for collaboration, including academics, research, infrastructure development, security measures and environmental sustainability. In addition, NISLT also highlighted the importance of broadening these collaborative efforts to include nearby organisations, pointing out that working together not only improves relationships among stakeholders but also drives development and leads to practical solutions for common problems.

The Vice-Chancellor expressed appreciation for NISLT’s visit and emphasised the university’s willingness to explore and strengthen partnerships that align with its mission of excellence in teaching, research and community engagement. Both institutions were committed to nurturing a positive and lasting relationship that promises to greatly benefit educational growth, spark research innovation and contribute to societal development.