The Rector of Yaba College of Technology, Lagos, Dr. Ibraheem Abdul, has reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to driving Nigeria’s creative economy, positioning animation and storytelling as critical tools for global relevance and youth empowerment.
Engr. Abdul spoke through the Deputy Rector (Academics), Dr. Ismail Badmus, at a stop-motion animation symposium and workshop.
The event was held at the Yusuf Grillo Auditorium.
The Rector said the College is deliberately aligning its academic programmes with emerging global trends to produce innovative and job-creating graduates.
The event, organised by the TETFund Centre of Excellence in Skills, Entrepreneurship and Sustainable Development in collaboration with Radioxity Stop Motion Academy, brought together industry experts, academics, and students to explore opportunities in animation and digital storytelling.
Abdul stressed that success in both academics and the creative industry requires patience, discipline, and consistency, noting that the principles of stop-motion animation reflect the process of learning and personal development.
He said: “Stop-motion animation teaches us that great things are built one small step at a time.
“Though progress may appear slow, consistency produces remarkable results.”
The Rector described the initiative as a strategic intervention designed to equip students with practical, industry-relevant skills, adding that Yabatech remains focused on fostering innovation, entrepreneurship and applied learning.
According to him, the College is committed to producing graduates who are not only employable but also capable of creating jobs and contributing meaningfully to national development through creative enterprise.
Abdul further noted that partnerships with industry players and international organisations are central to the institution’s vision of expanding students’ exposure and competitiveness in the global marketplace.
Earlier, the Director of the Centre, Arc. Sherifdeen Ayodele-Oja, said the programme was part of efforts to bridge the gap between academia and industry while nurturing entrepreneurial capacity among students.
Also speaking, the Chief Executive Officer of Radioxity Media, Esther Kemi Gbadamosi, underscored the need for Nigerians to take ownership of their narratives through authentic storytelling, warning that failure to do so would leave the country’s stories in the hands of foreign creators.
Gbadamosi highlighted the economic potential of animation, particularly in children’s programming, and announced opportunities tied to the workshop, including professional training, internships and startup support.
The symposium also featured virtual participation from international animation experts, further underscoring the global outlook of the initiative and reinforcing Yabatech’s growing reputation as a hub for creative and technological innovation.
