If you think education ends once you do your university project defense, think again. In fact, hold that thought because the next edition of the Sterling Leadership Series (SLS) is about to turn everything you know about learning on its head.
On the 4th of September by 4PM in Lagos, the theme is simple: Beyond Education. And the man leading this conversation is none other than Sim Shagaya: entrepreneur, visionary, and the kind of leader who doesnโt just dream about the future, but builds it.
Why Sim Shagaya?
If youโve ever shopped on Konga, youโve walked through part of his legacy. If you know uLesson, the fast-rising edtech platform bringing affordable learning to millions of students across Africa and beyond, youโve also seen his hand at work. And now, with Miva Open University, Nigeriaโs first private digital-first university, Sim is making it clear that education should not be stuck in yesterdayโs model.
This is a man who has worn many hats: soldier-in-training, engineer, banker, Googler, tech founder, investor, and now an education pioneer. From building e-commerce giants to redefining classroom walls, Sim Shagaya has shown one thing consistently: the future belongs to those who dare to reimagine it.
Why โBeyond Educationโ?
Too often, we treat education as a certificate to frame or a chapter to close. But the truth is, education isnโt a phase; itโs a way of life. Thatโs the core of this upcoming conversation.
Together with Sim and other bold thinkers, weโll unpack some tough but necessary questions:
How do we bridge the widening gap between knowledge and relevance?
Why should competence matter more than compliance?
And how can creativity finally take the driverโs seat over conformity?
This isnโt just another talk on โeducation reform.โ This is a call to rethink how we, as individuals, institutions, and even nations, prepare for the future.
What to Expect
At the
Sterling Leadership Series,
itโs never just about speeches; itโs about transformation. Youโll walk away with fresh insights, practical inspiration, and maybe even that uncomfortable but exciting itch to rethink your own learning journey.
With Sim Shagaya headlining, expect stories that span boardrooms, classrooms, and farmlands (yes, farmlands, because heโs also shaping Nigeriaโs agricultural future through Shagaya Agri Ltd). Expect to laugh, nod in agreement, scribble down notes, and most importantly, expect to be challenged.
Why You Shouldnโt Miss This
In a world where yesterdayโs skills quickly expire, staying ahead is no longer optional; itโs survival. And who better to help us navigate this reality than someone who has built platforms that shape how Africans learn, trade, and grow?
Sim Shagaya is not just talking about education. He is living proof that learning, innovation, and courage can create industries, empower communities, and rewrite the future.
So, whether youโre a student, professional, entrepreneur, or someone simply curious about what lies โbeyond education,โ this is one event you donโt want to miss.
Save the Date
Sterling Leadership Series (SLS)
Theme: Beyond Education
Date: 4th September 2025
Time: 4PM
