Canon equips students in printing, photography skills

CANON Central North Africa ( CCNA), in partnership with the University of Lagos ( UNILAG), has trained students in innovative photography and printing.

The collaboration, according to the imaging and printing solutions provider, is one of the firm’s major commitments towards enhancing the art, skill and future careers of the next generation.

Speaking at the inauguration of the Canon space project, held at the Entrepreneurship and Skills Development Centre ( ESDC), University of Lagos, Managing Director, CCNA, Somesh Adukia, said the new facility sited in the school was aimed at creating business and employment opportunities as well as bring Canon products and services closer to the market.

Adukia, who spoke virtually from his office in Dubai, noted that since the establishment of Canon Nigeria in 2016, the company has not only shown interest in doing business but also committed to making positive contributions, supporting host communities and creating unlimited opportunities and income for individuals through the utilisation of its products and services.

“Through our association with UNILAG and the creation of Canon space, we would like to provide these opportunities to UNILAG students so that they can acquire valuable skills in the field of photography/ printing and also create a better future and opportunities for themselves,” he said.