Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology (BOUESTI), Ikere-Ekiti, has taken a bold step into the digital future with the launch of its Innovation and Technology Hub, designed to equip students with cutting-edge skills, foster creativity, and promote entrepreneurship.
The initiative—christened TechHub BOUESTI—was pioneered by a 400-level Computer Science student, Michael Olukayode (Mikaelson), and officially unveiled with the full backing of the university’s management.
Speaking at the launch, Olukayode described the hub as “a springboard for innovation, collaboration, and transformation,” adding that it was created to help students “dream bigger, build solutions, and prepare for the future.”
The hub is set to serve as a learning and incubation space where students can explore emerging technologies through workshops, training programmes, developer communities, and innovation-driven projects.
It also aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly in advancing quality education, decent work, and industry-focused innovation.
The unveiling ceremony was graced by representatives of the Vice Chancellor, faculty leaders, guest speakers, and students. Notably, cybersecurity consultant Samuel Afolabi delivered a keynote lecture titled “What I Will Tell My Younger Self in Cybersecurity.” He urged students to embrace digital security as a critical skill for the evolving workforce.
The launch generated excitement across the campus, with many students and staff hailing it as a major milestone in positioning BOUESTI as a centre for digital literacy and innovation in Ekiti State.
With TechHub BOUESTI, the university joins a growing list of Nigerian institutions investing in innovation hubs to drive academic growth, empower students, and contribute to national development.
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