Ibadan, Nigeria – KolaDaisi University (KDU) has announced plans to host its inaugural Career Fair on June 10, 2026, at its campus in Ibadan. The event is set to convene over 200 final-year students, alumni, and a diverse range of leading employers across multiple sectors in a strategic effort to strengthen the link between academic training and industry demands.
Organised by the Directorate of Advancement and Alumni Relations, the Career Fair underscores the University’s commitment to equipping its students with not only academic excellence but also the practical skills, professional exposure, and networks required for success in today’s competitive labour market.
The one-day event will feature participation from top-tier organisations spanning finance, consulting, technology, manufacturing, and other key industries. Participating companies will engage directly with students, offering opportunities for graduate trainee programmes, National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) placements, internships, and entry-level employment.
In addition to recruitment opportunities, the Career Fair will include a series of industry-led sessions, panel discussions, and networking engagements designed to provide students with insights into workplace expectations, emerging career trends, and professional development pathways.
Speaking ahead of the event, the President of the Directorate of Advancement and Alumni Relations, Mrs. Olasumbo Obaseki, highlighted the University’s strategic focus on employability. “At KolaDaisi University, we are deliberate about preparing our students for life beyond the classroom. This Career Fair represents a critical platform for fostering meaningful engagement between our students and industry leaders. It is not just an event, but a long-term investment in partnerships that will drive innovation, talent development, and economic growth.”
The Career Fair is being hosted in collaboration with key industry partners, including Chapel Hill Denham, Mobile Screens and Sound Limited, SKOT Communications, LEADWAY Assurance, HighlerLife Properties Consult Ltd, Idea Konsult, New Horizons Nigeria alongside several other organisations committed to nurturing emerging talent. These partnerships reflect a shared vision of developing a workforce that is both competent and responsive to evolving industry needs.
This impactful and timely initiative is an essential platform for aligning academic outcomes with industry expectations. Partnering organisations are pleased to support KolaDaisi University in creating opportunities for students to connect with employers and build meaningful career pathways.
The initiative forms part of KDU’s broader institutional strategy to enhance graduate employability through sustained industry engagement, career readiness programmes, and alumni relations. By creating structured opportunities for interaction between students and employers, the University continues to position itself as a forward-thinking institution committed to producing globally competitive graduates.
For further information about the Career Fair, interested participants and organisations are encouraged to contact the Directorate of Advancement and Alumni Relations, KolaDaisi University.
About KolaDaisi University
KolaDaisi University stands proudly as the leading private university in Ibadan, renowned for its unwavering commitment to academic excellence, innovation, entrepreneurship, and holistic student development. The University provides a dynamic learning environment that equips students with the knowledge, skills, and values required to thrive in a competitive global society. The university offers a wide range of accredited programmes across Applied Sciences, Basic Medical Sciences, Arts, Management and Social Sciences, Law, Media and Information Studies, including courses such as Biochemistry, Microbiology, Industrial Chemistry, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics with Electronics, Nursing Science, Medical Laboratory Science, Public Health, Human Anatomy, Human Physiology, Accounting, Economics, Banking and Finance, Business Administration, Marketing, Political Science, International Relations, Law, Mass Communications, Information and Media Studies, English and Literary Studies, History and Diplomatic Studies. These programmes are carefully designed to equip students with industry-relevant knowledge, practical skills, leadership capacity, and entrepreneurial competences required to excel in a rapidly evolving global environment. Beyond academics, KolaDaisi University is steadily building a reputation as a hub for talent development in Nigeria and beyond.
