The Federal Government of Nigeria has begun talks with the Government of India to establish a campus of the world-renowned Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) in Nigeria. The initiative aims to strengthen bilateral relations and enhance Nigeria’s capacity in science, technology, and innovation education.
Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, announced this during a courtesy visit by officials of the Indian High Commission to his office in Abuja. According to a statement on the Ministry’s official X page, the Minister described the partnership as a significant milestone in Nigeria’s effort to advance research and innovation. He stated that the proposed IIT campus would be located at the Federal Government Academy, Suleja, Niger State.
Dr. Alausa noted that the project aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration’s goal of promoting technological education and preparing Nigerian youths for global competitiveness.
“The Federal Government welcomes this partnership with India. We believe that establishing an IIT campus in Nigeria will open new opportunities for research collaboration, innovation, and human capital development,” he said.
He further explained that discussions between both countries were at an advanced stage and expressed optimism that the project would become a model for similar collaborations with other nations.
Representing the Indian Government, Indian High Commissioner Abhishek Singh reaffirmed India’s commitment to strengthening educational cooperation with Nigeria, especially in the fields of engineering, technology, and innovation.
“India and Nigeria share a long history of cooperation, and education remains a key pillar of our bilateral relationship. The IIT campus in Nigeria will serve as a platform for academic exchange and knowledge transfer,” Singh said.
