The BAT Ideological Group (BAT-IG) has entered into a strategic partnership with the Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH), Ikorodu, to establish the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Institute of Politics and Policies, a pioneering initiative aimed at deepening ideological orientation and strengthening political leadership development in Nigeria.
The agreement was reached during a high-level engagement between the leadership of BAT-IG and the management of LASUSTECH.
The BAT-IG delegation was led by its Convener, Bamidele Atoyebi, and included the group’s Patron, Alhaji Tejumade Isa Onirin; Oyo State Coordinator, Professor Fayomi Oluyemi; and Oyo State Woman Leader, Dr. Bisi Akin Alabi.
They were received by the Vice-Chancellor of LASUSTECH, Professor Olumuyiwa Omotola Odusanya, alongside key university officials, including the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), Professor Abiodun Denloye; Registrar, Mr. David Ogungbe; Bursar, Mr. Oki Olashile; and Dean of Student Affairs, Owoeye Olaniyi David.
Speaking at the meeting, Atoyebi disclosed that BAT-IG formally submitted a comprehensive proposal for the establishment of a School of Politics and Policies, envisioned as a national centre for ideological training, political leadership formation and governance studies.
He revealed that both parties agreed to commence academic and professional activities of the institute within the next two to three months. According to him, LASUSTECH has provided a temporary facility to enable immediate take-off, pending the construction of a purpose-built permanent structure that will reflect the vision and national importance of the project.
Atoyebi explained that the institute was conceived in response to persistent leadership and ideological deficits within Nigeria’s political system. He said it would offer structured academic programmes at diploma, master’s and doctoral levels, in addition to professional certifications, fellowships and ideological grooming for both emerging and established political leaders.
Describing the initiative as historic, Atoyebi noted that it would be the first university-based political institution in Nigeria to be named after a sitting President.
He said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu represents “not merely a political figure, but an institution of leadership, ideology and governance whose political philosophy deserves academic interrogation and institutional preservation.”
He commended the LASUSTECH management for its visionary leadership and institutional courage, while also acknowledging members of BAT-IG for their commitment to advancing ideological clarity, political education and democratic consolidation in Nigeria.
The BAT Ideological Group is a political think tank and advocacy platform focused on promoting the leadership philosophy, governance ideals and reformist politics associated with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, with emphasis on political education, ideology and leadership development nationwide.