Abia Governor’s Adviser Urges Greater Investment in Nigerian Business Schools

Umudike – A Special Adviser to the Governor of Abia State, Dr. Kingsley Obinna Nwaigburu, has called for increased investment in business schools across Nigeria, stressing that such investment is one of the surest ways to drive national economic development.

Dr. Nwaigburu made the call during the official launch of the Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike (MOUAU) Business School. Citing Harvard Business School in the United States, he noted that the institution not only generates trillions of dollars annually for Harvard University and the U.S. economy but also develops the intellectual capacity of students from across the globe. “Nigeria should emulate this model,” he said.

The Adviser further highlighted that the Abia State government under Governor Alex Otti has continued to promote best practices in governance, introduce innovative policies, and uphold accountability. He added that ethical leadership remains a priority for the administration, noting: “It is in this spirit that the MOUAU Business School was conceived.”

At the launch, a 23-member Board for the business school was inaugurated, including the Chairman of the South East Development Commission, Barr. Emeka Wogu. Dr. Nwaigburu, who represents the Abia State government on the Board, expressed his commitment to providing strategic guidance that will drive sustainable growth and enhance the school’s global visibility.

He assured the outgoing Vice Chancellor of MOUAU, Professor Maduebibisi Iwe, as well as the Chairman of the Business School and former Minister of Steel Development, Dr. Uchechukwu Ogah, of his readiness to contribute experience and insights to strengthen academic standards and expand the school’s reach.

“I particularly look forward to working with fellow board members and the school’s leadership to support the development of high-quality academic programmes that meet international standards and respond to evolving industry needs,” Dr. Nwaigburu stated.

In his address, Prof. Iwe explained that the MOUAU Business School was established to meet the university’s academic and financial needs. He added that the administration has worked both quietly and boldly to strengthen institutional governance, expand academic offerings, improve infrastructure, restore confidence in processes, and reposition MOUAU for relevance in a rapidly changing world.