On April 23, 2026, the leadership of James Hope University met with the Centre for the Study of the Economies of Africa (CSEA) to discuss a robust framework for future partnership.

The President and Vice-Chancellor of JHU, Prof. Olu Akinkugbe, held high-level talks with the Executive Director of CSEA, Dr. Chukwuka Onyekwena, and the Director of Research, Dr. Adedeji Adeniran.

The visit aimed to identify key synergies in:

• Joint Research & Training: Developing cutting-edge academic and policy research.

• Human Capital Development: Enhancing skills and capacity building for the next generation of African leaders.

• Think Tank Initiatives: Collaborating on data-driven solutions for economic challenges.

• Institutional Strengthening: Sharing expertise to bolster the academic and structural foundations of both organizations.