The Governor of Ondo State, Hon Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has commended the Federal University of Technology Akure (FUTA) for championing academic excellence in Nigeria and beyond.
The Governor gave the commendation at the Government House yesterday while receiving the new Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of FUTA, Senator (Prof) Nora Daduut, who led other members of the Council to pay a courtesy call on him as part of the formalities of her assumption of duties.
Governor Aiyedatiwa said: “There is no doubt that the university, under the leadership of Professor Adenike Oladiji, is doing great things. I stay updated on happenings within the school and am impressed with the accomplishments of staff and students.
“I boldly say that FUTA is one of the most peaceful campuses in Nigeria with a stable academic calendar. Her products are pacesetters in every field of endeavour.
“We must create a suitable working environment, and we will continue to support the university in any capacity within our office.”
The Governor congratulated members of the Governing Council, including the former Speaker of the Ondo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Keneth Olawale, and enjoined them to use their expertise and wealth of experience to further develop the university.
Earlier, Senator Daduut told the Governor that the visit was part of efforts to maintain the cordial relationship between the University and the Ondo State Government.
Senator Daduut said: “We appreciate the government of Ondo State and the people of Akure for creating an enabling environment for teaching and learning to thrive in FUTA. Because the state is peaceful, academics have a conducive atmosphere for research.
“FUTA is a humble but cerebral community. The University has excelled academically, and her products are top-tier, adding value to Nigeria and everywhere they find themselves in the world.”
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adenike Oladiji, appreciated the Governor for always making himself available whenever the university needed him to attend to pressing matters.
Prof. Oladiji added that the synergy between FUTA and the state government will always benefit both parties.
