• Saturday, July 27, 2024
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University of Freelancing graduates first-set of entrepreneurs

University of Freelancing

The University of Freelancing, a leading online institution, proudly announces the successful graduation of its inaugural set, a significant milestone for online learning.

The graduation ceremony held in Lagos recently, spotlighted the emergence of African professionals in the global gig economy, signaling boundless opportunities for the graduates.

Established in 2023, the University of Freelancing is a trailblazer in online education, dedicated to empowering individuals for success in the dynamic landscape of the global gig economy.

Positioned as a guiding force for the next generation of freelancers, virtual assistants, remote workers and online professionals, the digital university is committed to providing a platform for equipping students with the 21st workplace skills.

Temitope Okeseeyin, the founder of the university, shared her vision behind the institution, expressing that the institution was founded to address the unique challenges faced by freelancers in Africa.

She said the institution is positioned to provide comprehensive support, offering students the freedom to create businesses, define work-life balance, and pursue careers aligned with their passions.

“The University of Freelancing serves as a digital haven of learning, offering a comprehensive professional development platform for freelancers, and online professionals,” she said.

As a premier online institution, it is dedicated to preparing the next generation of talents for the challenges of borderless work, the gig economy, freelancing, and the future of work,” she added.

Okeseeyin emphasised, “We are not just going into the future, we are creating the future by equipping our people for a Borderless Career. This is our commitment at the University of Freelancing.”

Distinguished speakers at the event, including Olakunle Soriyan, Amauche Chidozie, and Titi Oshodi, added depth to the celebration, inspiring graduates to embark on dynamic career journeys.