IITA strengthens national partners’ capacity on grants management

As part of IITA-CGIAR's commitment to strengthening the capacity of national institutions and partners, the Project Development and Administration Unit (PDAU) held a webinar on Wednesday, 13 August 2025, with 54 participants from 12 partner institutions across locations hosting IITA hubs. The session focused on equipping partner staff with the knowledge and skills to manage development grants effectively, emphasizing donor compliance, accurate financial reporting, and adherence to institutional and regulatory standards. In his opening remarks, Kayode Awobajo, Head of PDAU, encouraged active engagement, while outlining the session's objectives and expected outcomes.

The training session covered key areas, including grants management overview, roles and responsibilities, workflow processes, common reporting challenges, standard practices, and IITA's practical approach to effective grants administration. Facilitated by members of the PDAU team Ovegho Okome and Omotunde Adesina, an interactive question and answer session allowed participants to seek clarifications, share experiences, and provide feedback.

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