Nigerian universities can learn survival lessons from AUN's Boko Haram experience

US international universities facing existential threats offer three key lessons for Nigerian institutions. First, maintain laser focus on mission - AUN survived Boko Haram by being clear about being "Africa's development university." Second, build community relationships - AUN's Adamawa Peace Initiative united Muslim and Christian leaders, providing early warnings about threats. Third, commit to civic engagement - programs like Feed and Read taught literacy to street children while building trust. These lessons matter as Nigerian universities face security challenges and community skepticism. How can Nigerian universities apply these strategies to become anchors of peace and development in their regions?

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