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Chief Minister Dr. David Moinina Sengeh has reaffirmed his commitment to practical, experience-based learning by bringing key government institutions directly into the university classroom.
Speaking about a recent lecture he delivered to over 300 students at the University, Dr. Sengeh said one of the aspects he personally values most in teaching is exposing students to how government works in real life as part of their academic training.
As part of this initiative, the Chief Minister invited the Executive Director of the National Investment Board (NIB), Dr. Edward Sandy, and the Administrator General, Ms. Martina Egbenda, to address his class. Their engagement focused on critical areas of innovation and entrepreneurship that are essential for young professionals and startups.
During the session, students were taken through key topics including intellectual property (IP) rights, patents, business registration processes, public-private partnerships (PPPs), and government-supported investment opportunities. The discussions highlighted how government policies and institutions can enhance, protect, and scale innovative ideas and entrepreneurial ventures.
The interactive nature of the class was evident as students asked numerous questions, demonstrating strong interest in the practical application of their studies. Reflecting on the session, Dr. Sengeh noted how special such an experience can be for students, recalling how impactful similar exposure was during his own time in college.
He emphasized that by integrating government practitioners into academic spaces, students are equipped with the tools and knowledge needed to develop and deploy impactful solutions through engineering, innovation, and entrepreneurship-bridging the gap between theory, policy, and real-world practice.
