Maiden Annual Postgraduate Lecture Series Unveils the Power of the Triple Helix
Effurun, Delta State 

The School of Postgraduate Studies at the Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun (FUPRE) is proud to launch its Maiden Annual Lecture Series — a pioneering forum set to ignite a powerful conversation around innovation, research funding, and strategic collaboration.

Theme:
“Driving Innovation and Funding Through Quality Research: The Triple Helix Model”

A dynamic exploration of how universities, industries, and governments can unite to shape Nigeria’s future through research and innovation.

Meet the Power Panel – Voices Shaping the Future:

Prof. Babatunde Bolaji Benard
Special Adviser (Technical), Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation

Dr. Salihu Girei Bakari
Director of Research & Development/Centres of Excellence, TETFund

Abdulmalik Halilu, FNIM, PMP
Director, Monitoring & Evaluation, NCDMB

ThankGod Egbe
CEO/Technical Director, CypherCrescent Limited

Prof. Eucharia Oluchi Nwaichi
Director, Academic Planning, Research & Control, University of Port Harcourt

Visionary Leadership:
🎓 Prof. (Mrs.) Juliet E. Emudianughe
Dean, School of Postgraduate Studies | Chairperson, Planning Committee

Prof. Ezekiel Agbalagba
Vice Chancellor, FUPRE | Chief Host

Venue:
University Main Auditorium, behind Central Admin Building, FUPRE

Date: Wednesday, June 26, 2025

🕙 Time: 10:00 AM prompt

Why You Should Attend:

💬 Hear from national leaders and research pioneers
🔗 Network with academics, innovators, and policymakers
🚀 Discover how collaboration fuels innovation and growth
📚 Be part of a movement redefining research impact in Nigeria
Whether you’re a scholar, an industry expert, a policymaker, or a curious mind – this is the conversation you don’t want to miss.

Join us. Let’s spark ideas that move nations.