Boston University names Obaseki visiting scholar

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Former Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has been appointed a Visiting Scholar/Researcher at the African Studies Centre of Boston University in the United States.

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The appointment was announced in a statement published on Wednesday by the centre, which is part of the Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies.

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According to the institution, Obaseki will use the opportunity to critically analyse the successes and challenges of the policies and projects implemented during his eight-year tenure as governor of Edo State.

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The university said the study is expected to produce insights that could guide public servants across Africa involved in economic reforms and transformative leadership.

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Director of the African Studies Centre, Nimi Wariboko, said the institution was pleased to host the former governor as an active participant in its academic community.

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He said Obaseki’s affiliation with the university would enable him to engage with scholars to refine his research framework and examine his policy approach alongside alternative models from around the world.

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“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.

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“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,” he said.

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Responding to the appointment, Obaseki described it as an opportunity to reflect on his years in office and document the strategies adopted during his administration.

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“I am excited by this appointment and the privilege it affords me to be part of this world-class university,” he was quoted as saying.

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Obaseki added that the academic environment at Boston University would provide an ideal platform for reflection, collaboration and exchange of ideas on governance and development.

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Also commenting on the appointment, Dean of the Pardee School of Global Studies, Scott Taylor, said the institution was honoured to host the former governor and support his reflections on African political economy and public policy.

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The African Studies Centre, established in 1953, is one of the oldest institutions in the United States dedicated to the study of Africa and serves as a major hub for African-focused research and scholarship.

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