In the heart of Ota, Nigeria, the vibrant Covenant University Community Development Impact Initiative Committee (CU-CDIIC) recently brought together the dynamic energy of of the CDIIC members, Covenant University students, the unwavering commitment of the Church Sanctuary Unit, the technical expertise of the Physical Planning Development Unit (PPDU), and the civic dedication of the Federal…
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CU-CDIIC exists to leverage Covenant University's vision, values, and expertise to making a difference locally in alignment with the SDGs
OUR APPROACH
CU-CDIIC represents the third critical arm of the University after Teaching and Research. Through CU-CDIIC, we’re making an impact on the social and economic growth of local organizations and under-served communities for sustainable community development in collaboration with key local partners and stakeholders.
All CDIIC projects both within and outside the University are targeted at the 17 sustainable development goals (SDGs) of the United Nations.
THE IMPACT
Through our flagship programs and events across our thematic areas, we have impacted our immediate communities in Ado-Odo/Ota LGA of Ogun State Nigeria and environs through the provision of free medical screening & medications, counseling, donation of boreholes, transformers, generator set, food items, provisions, medical consumables, books, library resources, laboratory equipment, renovation of schools and medical centers, scholarships to indigent persons especially women and children of targeted communities.
“Only those who live for others become leaders. You will never be remembered for what you have but for what you add.”
Dr. David O. Oyedepo | Chancellor, Covenant University
For us in Covenant University, it is about giving back to society as we carry out research, embark on quality teaching, we also give back to society in different ways. Covenant University is passionate about the welfare of members of our society; we are so glad we have this platform to touch lives, wipe away tears and to put smiles on the faces of people.
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IMPACT INITIATIVES
Thematic areas
Health & Well-being
CU-CDIIC on a regular basis engages in free medical screening, counseling, and donation of drugs, medical equipment, and consumables in addition to offsetting medical bills for indigent citizens as the case may be.
Thematic areas
Education, Capacity Building & Training
In the words of John F. Kennedy, “A child miseducated is a child lost.” This understanding has been the inspiration of CU-CDIIC in the area of education and training of the mind through our varied educational and capacity-building projects.
Thematic areas
Environment & Sanitation
CU-CDIIC on a regular basis engages in the sanitation projects such as cleaning of major roads and drainages along Idiroko Road Ota as well as environmental projects such as tree planting and waste recycling
Thematic areas
Projects & Logistics
CU-CDIIC continues to make a difference to neighboring communities through infrastructural projects such as school renovation and the provision of hospital beds, boreholes, and transformers for several communities
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PAST EVENTS
In a momentous occasion that united tradition and education, His Royal Highness, Oba Clement Olusegun Adeyemi, the Onijana of ijana Otta, alongside the esteemed Iyalode of Ota, paid a heartfelt courtesy visit to the Covenant University Community Development Office. During this memorable visit, they presented a letter of appreciation to the University’s Chancellor and extended an…
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Professor Emeka Iweala, the Head of the Covenant Applied Informatics and Communication, Africa Centre of Excellence (CAplc-ACE), has revealed that prostate cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer among men. He shared this information during an event titled “Prostate Cancer Awareness 2023,” which took place at the Ado Odo Ota Local Government Secretariat in Ota…
Read MoreCovenant University stepped forward to sponsor the upcoming Spell Africa Event July Finals, demonstrating a tremendous dedication to education and community participation. The esteemed organization has kindly donated its illustrious space, refreshments for all attendees, and even brochures showing the organization’s previous activities. Covenant University’s partnership with Spell Africa is evidence of its commitment to…
Read MoreCovenant University, through the Community Development Impact Initiative Committee (CDIIC), Cisco Network Academy, and in conjunction with the Palace of Olota of Otta, passed out successful trainees of the just concluded Ota Youth Empowerment Digital Training 2023. The closing ceremony took place at the Postgraduate Cafeteria, Covenant University, in the royal presence of our most…
Read MoreThe Vice-Chancellor of Covenant University, Professor Abiodun Adebayo has charged the youths in Ota, to take the knowledge and skills imparted to them under the Ota Youth Empowerment Digital Training seriously, and also take responsibility to empower others.Read full story in link below Ruth Diji-geske Executive Secretary, CU-CDIIC
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“We are appreciative and delighted to Covenant University for the donation. On behalf of the parents, we pray that the Almighty God will reward them in abundance.”
Pst. Michael Animashaun
PTA Chairman, Unity High School, Kajola, Oke-ore
“Formerly without the equipment, we couldn’t perform some kinds of experiments without microscopes but now we can. Thanks to Covenant University”
