17/07/2025
History Made as Association Of Nigerian Student in China (ANSIC) Hunan, Honors Class of 2025 with Unforgettable Farewell Event
Changsha, China – June 28, 2025 – The Association of Nigerian Students in China (ANSIC) Hunan made history last month with its Nigerian Students Graduates Farewell 2025, a landmark event held at the prestigious China-Africa Economic and Trade Promotional Council in Changsha.
An Afternoon of Wisdom, Laughter, and Forward-Thinking,
Billed as both a celebration and a strategic roadmap, the event carried the Theme: "Navigating Your Way In/Out of China After Graduation: Contributing to China-Africa Relationship and Development."
The star of the evening? None other than Prof. Muhammad-Sadeeq Balogun—Principal Investigator at Hunan University, Consultant to the Hunan Ministry of Science and Technology, and Founder of the Alliance of Overseas Talents in Hunan. With 16 years of China experience, Prof. Balogun delivered a keynote that was equal parts motivational speech and survival guide—packed with insights only a true China veteran could provide. Prof. Balogun specifically mentioned that Nigerians in China are talented beyond academics and commercial activities, which should create room to bring together Nigerian talents.
Prof. Balogun is a distinguished scholar, devoted community leader, and bridge-builder between cultures, He embodies the values of excellence, service, and his leadership vision aligns with ANSIC’s mission: "To uplift, empower, and connect Nigerian students in China." In his speech, he said he will prioritize:
Community Building: Organizing events that celebrate Nigerian heritage while promoting cross-cultural dialogue.
Advocacy: Collaborating with Chinese authorities to address student challenges, as seen during his proactive role in COVID-19 outreach 4.
"The Main Representative of ANSIC in Hunan Province ", Comrade Ibioribo Jnr, didn’t hold back to announce that Professor Balogun single-handedly sponsored the entire event. "In an era where support is scarce, men like him are national treasures," Ibioribo remarked.
During the Closing remark by Comr. Hamza Mohammed Haruna on behalf of the Nigerian Students in China (ANSIC), Hunan Province, proudly call on to Professor Muhammad-Sadeeq Balogun to serve as the President, Mentor, and Father of the Association.
From Words to Action, True to his reputation as a man of impact, Prof. Balogun didn’t just inspire—he acted, pledging to secure postdoc positions in China for two recent PhD graduates. Talk about walking the talk!
A Grateful Community, The Nigerian student community expressed deep gratitude—both to God and to Prof. Balogun—for his unwavering support. The event wasn’t just informative; it was transformative, leaving attendees with clear direction, stronger networks, and a renewed sense of purpose.
Finally, "Some events teach. Others inspire. This one did both—and then some."
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Comr. Idasetima Ibioribo Jnr (Hunan University of Technology and Business)
Comr. Hamza Mohammed Haruna (Hunan University)
