Caption: Dr Ubon Udoh, Managing Director/CEO, ASR Africa (Middle) with the mentees at the close out ceremony of the 3-month ASR Africa Mentorship Programme held on Sunday, July 27, 2025, at Babcock University, Ilisan-Remo, Ogun State, Nigeria.
As part of equipping female students particularly those approaching graduation for life beyond the university, the Abdul Samad Rabiu Africa Initiative (ASR Africa), at the weekend concluded another mentorship closeout ceremony of its three-month mentorship programme at Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State.
Launched on May 27, 2025, the programme, now in its fourth edition, the programme at Babcock University attracted female mentees, all students of the school from different field of study.
Tertiary institutions that have benefitted from this mentorship programme so far are: Federal College of Education (Technical) in Gusau, Alqalam University in Katsina State and the University of Zambia (UNZA) on the continental stage.
Rooted in the institution’s values of excellence, integrity and service, the programme connected the students with experienced faculty and professionals who provided mentorship in key areas such as career planning, time management, financial literacy and more.
Speaking at the event, the MD/CEO of ASR Africa, Dr Ubon Udoh while presenting awards to the mentees, expressed confidence in the programme and its potential to enable students navigate the transition into professional life with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
He acknowledged the commitment of the management of Babcock University for accommodating the mentorship engagement as part of its extra-curricular activities.
The mentorship programme fostered group discussions and one-on-one interactions with seasoned mentors across various fields, including public policy, media advocacy, entrepreneurship, mental health, and purpose-driven leadership. Over the course of the program, students were equipped with practical tools for personal growth, entrepreneurial and career development, with inspiring feedback. The closeout ceremony marks the conclusion of the program and an opportunity to celebrate the mentees, and the progress made within the period.
