**Abandoned Projects: CBN's Centres of Excellence Left to Rust at UNILAG and Other Institutions** In a recent development, it has come to light that several Centres of Excellence established by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) at various higher institutions across the country, including the University of Lagos (UNILAG), are now abandoned and gathering dust. These Centres were initially set up to promote entrepreneurship, innovation, and research through collaborations between academia and industry partners. The CBN's Centres of Excellence initiative aimed to bridge the gap between research and industry, with the goal of creating job opportunities and driving economic growth. However, the projects seem to have stalled, leaving the facilities at various stages of completion and with little or no activity. The abandoned Centres of Excellence at UNILAG and other institutions are a stark reminder of the challenges facing Nigeria's education sector. Despite the potential for these Centres to contribute to the country's economic development, they have been left to rust, a testament to the lack of follow-through on important projects. The situation raises questions about the effectiveness of the CBN's Centres of Excellence initiative and the capacity of higher institutions to manage and sustain such projects. It also highlights the need for more effective collaboration between government agencies, academia, and industry partners to drive innovation and entrepreneurship in Nigeria. The abandoned Centres of Excellence are a missed opportunity for Nigerian students and researchers to gain hands-on experience in entrepreneurship and innovation. They could have been hubs for start-ups, incubators for new ideas, and catalysts for economic growth. Instead, they remain idle, a testament to the challenges facing Nigeria's education sector. The CBN and higher institutions must take responsibility for the abandoned projects and work towards reviving them. This could involve reevaluating the projects, reassessing their relevance, and seeking new partners to sustain them. By doing so, they can still achieve the goals of the Centres of Excellence initiative and contribute to Nigeria's economic development. It is imperative for the government and other stakeholders to ensure that such projects are prioritized and adequately resourced to prevent abandonment and ensure that they achieve their intended objectives.