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Former Edo governor Obaseki appointed visiting scholar by Boston University
Former Governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki, has been appointed a Visiting Scholar/Researcher at the African Studies Center, Boston University, in the United States.
This was made known in a statement published on the center’s website on Wednesday.
“The African Studies Center is pleased to announce that Godwin Obaseki, former Executive Governor of Edo State, Nigeria has joined us as a Visiting Scholar/Researcher.
“The Center, which is part of the Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies, Boston University, brings together students and scholars from across the arts, humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences to develop Africa-focused expertise, drive multidisciplinary research, and lead public awareness initiatives,” the statement read.
It further stated that Obaseki’s appointment would afford him the opportunity to examine the successes and challenges of policies and projects during his administration.
The study is expected to produce insights for reforms and transformative leadership in Africa among public servants.
Speaking on the development, the Director of the African Studies Center, Nimi Wariboko, noted that through the study, Obaseki would be able to liaise with other scholars in examining and refining his research framework and policy approach alongside other global models
“His affiliation with BU will enable him to interact with scholars here to refine his theoretical framework, hone his methodology for producing an empirical account of his tenure, and examine his policy framework against alternative models around the world,” he said.
“His affiliation with Boston University will also reflect positively on the ASC. His final output—in the form of book manuscript—will constitute a significant addition to the ASC’s scholarly contributions.
“His presence will also reactivate the historic practice of the ASC hosting prominent African public leaders who served with distinction and are willing to share their knowledge and experience with the Boston University community,” Wariboko added.
In his response, Obaseki said the appointment was an opportunity to reflect on his years in office and document his adopted strategies as governor.
“I am excited by this appointment and the privilege it affords me to be part of this world-class university.
“As a Visiting Scholar/Researcher at the African Studies Center, I will have the opportunity to document, explain and review the strategies and frameworks that I adopted to transform the economic and social development landscape of Edo State, which I had the privilege to lead as Governor from 2016 to 2024,” Obaseki was quoted to have said.
The former governor further described the University as an ideal platform for appraising governance and development.
The African Studies Centre is a major hub for research and scholarship, treating the African subject matter as the core of study.
Established in1953 at Boston University, it remains one of the largest and highly respected academic centers promoting African studies in the United States.
