James Hope University, Lekki–Lagos, proudly welcomed the Director General of the Nigerian Institute of Social and Economic Research (NISER), Ibadan, Prof. Anthonia Simbine, on an official visit aimed at strengthening academic and research collaboration between both institutions.

During the visit, James Hope University (JHU) and NISER formally signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to promote partnership in research, policy development, training, and capacity building. This strategic alliance marks an important milestone in advancing evidence-based research and fostering solutions to national and regional socio-economic challenges.

Prof. Simbine was received by the Vice Chancellor of James Hope University, Prof. Austin Nosike, along with senior officials from the university. Both leaders expressed optimism about the opportunities the partnership will create for faculty, students, and the broader research community.