President of Madonna University Alumni Association, Chuka Nwachukwu, has urged students to embrace skill acquisition as a tool for navigating realities of today’s evolving economy.
Nwachukwu spoke while delivering the keynote address at 2025 Madonna University Career Day at the university’s main campus in Elele.
Speaking on “Navigating the Future: Preparing for Careers in a Dynamic Global Economy,” he noted the changing nature of the job market, where employers place value on adaptability, digital literacy, emotional intelligence, and real-world problem-solving.
“The world demands more than paper qualifications; it wants positive mindset, relevance, and readiness,” he said.
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Reflecting on his post-graduation journey, he encouraged students to take responsibility for their career early by acquiring technical and soft skills. He urged them to leverage platforms like LinkedIn, seek internships, complete digital certifications, and embrace learning beyond classrooms.
“In Nigeria, many lose opportunities not for lack of talent, but because of attitude. Think of yourself as a brand; what do you represent? What value do you offer? Your certificate might get you into the room, but it’s your skills that will keep you there,” he said.
The Career Day also featured an address by Chima Achu, former national president, who encouraged students to maintain integrity, pursue excellence, and adopt lifelong learning as a strategy for personal and professional growth.
In a show of commitment to the university’s development, the association announced a donation toward construction of an ICT Centre on campus. He said plans are on to establish an Alumni Endowment Fund to mobilise long-term resources for this and other future-focused projects.
Vice Chancellor, Prof Casmir Anyanwu, praised the association for its support and reaffirmed the university’s dedication to producing competitive graduates with skills, values, and resilience.
Nwachukwu reiterated his commitment to strengthening engagement, deepening collaboration and ensuring the association plays a strategic role in the school’s development.
“We are committed to building a vibrant alumni network that is active, empowered, and impactful, one that supports not only the university but also uplifts fellow alumni and creates opportunities for current students.”
The 2025 Madonna University Career Day concluded with networking sessions, and a renewed connection between students and the growing alumni community.
