By DAYO ADESULU
ILISAN, Ogun State — August 11, 2026: Babcock University has commenced a two-week computer training programme for more than 250 members of staff as part of efforts to strengthen workforce capacity and accelerate digital transformation across the institution.
The training, described as the university’s largest in recent times, is being organised by the Department of Employee Growth and Well-Being under the institution’s GROW philosophy.
The initiative is designed to equip staff with practical digital skills that can improve their efficiency, adaptability and ability to respond to the changing demands of the modern workplace.
University Emphasises Continuous Staff Development
Speaking on the importance of the programme, Dr. Abiola Makinde, Associate Vice President for the GROW Department, said continuous learning had become essential for individuals and organisations seeking to remain relevant in a rapidly changing technological environment.
“We cannot remain relevant without continuous growth. Technology is changing the way we work, and our people must grow with those changes,” Makinde said.
According to the university, the training goes beyond basic computer proficiency. It is also intended to encourage staff members to develop an adaptable and innovative mindset while making continuous learning an integral part of their professional development.
Makinde said the institution expects participants to become more confident in applying technology to their responsibilities and to embrace lifelong learning as part of the university’s workplace culture.
LtForce Technologies Leads Practical Training
The training is being led by Praise Adeyemi and facilitated by LtForce Technologies, a technology and digital innovation company operating across Lagos and Ogun states.
The company specialises in equipping individuals, teams and institutions with the skills and confidence required to use technology effectively.
Through the partnership, participants are expected to receive practical, hands-on training that will enable them to integrate digital tools into their daily duties and improve their work processes.
Praise Adeyemi, Team Lead at LtForce Technologies, said the organisation’s partnership with Babcock University reflects its commitment to helping people use technology as an instrument for growth.
“Our mission at LtForce Technologies is to empower people with the confidence to use technology as a tool for growth,” Adeyemi said.
He added that the programme would help university staff embrace digital transformation, streamline their work processes and develop the skills needed to remain effective in a rapidly changing environment.
Training Targets Paperless Communication, Automation
Among the expected outcomes of the programme is the ability of participants to embrace paperless communication and automated processes in their various areas of responsibility.
The university also expects staff to apply their newly acquired digital skills directly to their jobs while encouraging a broader culture of continuous learning across the institution.
These objectives reflect the growing importance of digital competence in modern workplaces, where organisations increasingly rely on technology to improve communication, productivity and service delivery.
Staff Welcomes Opportunity to Learn
Participants have also expressed enthusiasm about the training.
One of them, Mr. Olugbenga Olajobi, said the rapid pace of technological change makes it necessary for workers to continually update their knowledge and skills.
“Everything is evolving in this era hence the need to unlearn and relearn,” Olajobi said.
He described the training as interesting and expressed anticipation for the advanced sessions, particularly in areas that could provide new ideas and practical solutions to challenges in his work.
Why the Babcock University Training Matters
The two-week programme highlights Babcock University’s strategy of investing in its workforce as part of its broader commitment to institutional development and educational excellence.
By linking staff development with technological advancement, the university aims to build a workforce that is more agile, digitally confident and prepared for emerging workplace demands.
The initiative also underscores the importance of continuous professional development as technology continues to reshape how institutions communicate, manage information and deliver services.
Babcock University said the programme is ultimately aimed at ensuring that its workforce remains relevant and future-ready while supporting a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
Conclusion
With more than 250 staff members participating, the two-week computer training represents a significant investment in human capacity at Babcock University.
The institution’s partnership with LtForce Technologies is expected to strengthen staff digital competence while promoting more efficient work processes, paperless communication and continuous learning.
As technology continues to transform the workplace, initiatives of this nature could become increasingly important for institutions seeking to maintain an adaptable and digitally skilled workforce.
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