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WE’VE EXPENDED HUGE INVESTMENT ON EDUCATION – GOV AKEREDOLU 

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•Salutes Late Olusegun Agagu For Establishing OAUSTECH

 

The Executive Governor of Ondo State, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu,SAN, CON, on Saturday disclosed that his administration has expended huge investment on education in the last six years.

 

The Governor noted that education is one of the cardinal responsibilities of his administration, saying it is a social debt to the people.

 

Governor Akeredolu, spoke at the maiden convocation ceremony of the Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology, Okitipupa (OAUSTECH) held at the University main Auditorium.

 

A total of 982 graduands from six sets, 2014/2015, 2015/2016, 2016/2017, 2017/2018, 2018/2019 and 2019/2020 sessions earned the University’s first degrees. A total of 26 graduands made First Class.

 

Governor Akeredolu said his administration at inception was alarmed with the deplorable condition of things in the University especially in terms of roads, buildings and other essential facilities connected to a conducive learning environment.

 

“This informed our resolve to change the narrative, by immediately commencing a gradual, radical and systematic implementation of the State Government’s Strategic Plan for the university.

 

“I am delighted to recall that within our 100 days in office, we facilitated the asphalt overlay of the first phase of the university road network and inaugurated same for use. We have also recently approved the construction of a 2.5 kilometre road network for the University which has achieved about 75% level of completion.” the Governor said.

 

Governor Akeredolu stressed that as part of his administration’s intervention, he has released funds for the completion of some major building projects which were abandoned for almost a decade.

 

According to him, the projects completed include the University Senate Building, the University Library and the University Auditorium.

 

He declared his resolve to open up other similar abandoned projects which shall be completed in batches as the state’s finances improve.

 

Governor Akeredolu, who said it is a new era in OAUSTECH, assured that his administration has not relented in supporting the university in all spheres.

 

“To this end, our administration has tremendously supported in the university’s quest for TETFund funding. Today, we are all happy that the university has started to have the presence of TETFund projects while more opportunities are underway.

 

“We have also noted that within the last six years of our administration, OAUSTECH, which used to offer courses only in the School of Science, has added courses in two additional schools: School of Engineering and Engineering Technology and the School of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources.

 

“All courses offered by the university in the three schools have been accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC). I commend the university management and Council for these achievements”, the Governor said.

 

The combined Convocation ceremony also had in attendance, some members of the State Executive Council led by the Secretary to the State Government, Princess Oladunni Odu; Pro-Chancellor/Chairman, Governing Council of the University, Professor Akinbo Adesomoju; Governing Council members; Vice Chancellor, Professor Temi Ologunorisa; Principal officials; invited guests; other members of staff; graduands; parents and other dignitaries.

 

Governor Akeredolu specifically lauded former Governor of the State, late Dr. Olusegun Agagu, adding that his special passion, commitment and magnanimity had made the establishment of the university a reality for the benefit of the entire people of Ondo State and the people of the Ondo State Southern Senatorial District in particular.

 

While congratulating the graduating students and their parents on the occasion, Governor Akeredolu charged the graduands to go out and project, distil and exhibit the glowing tendencies that they have adopted while in school.

 

“I expect that by now, you all have the capacity and the emotional intelligence to handle every situation of life. There is no doubt in my mind that all of you have the potential to transform our State and indeed our country by putting to use and continuing to develop the training and experiences which you have garnered during your stay in this university.” the Governor stressed.

 

Earlier in his address, the Pro-Chancellor/Chairman, Governing Council of the University, Professor Akinbo Adesomoju, took time to commend the Visitor to the University and Ondo State Governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, for his non- relenting efforts at improving the institution through many interventions, especially in terms of infrastructural developments.

 

He said the present administration has been able to complete several previously abandoned capital projects in the University including the Main Auditorium, development of internal road network among several others.

 

The combined Convocation also witnessed conferment of a Postgraduate Degree of Doctor of Business Administration (Honoris Causa) of the University on the Chancellor of the institution and Olugbo of Ugboland, Oba (Dr) Frederick Akinruntan, in recognition of his success stories in the global business environment.

 

 

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Unified Exams: “Ban On Illegal Levies Still In Force”, Oyo Gov’t.

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The Oyo State Government has reiterated that the ban on collection of illegal levies in public schools was still in force, warning that it would deal with anyone contravening the ban.

 

This is coming on the heels of reports that some errant teachers, compelled pupils to pay for the ongoing second term unified promotion examination, for public primary schools.

 

The Chairman, Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board, Dr. Nureni Aderemi Adeniran, gave the warning on Thursday in Ibadan, while monitoring the exams.

 

According to him, the present administration in Oyo state, since inception has been responsible for the printing of question and answer sheets for its unified examination exercise.

 

Dr. Adeniran explained that the government has ensured the examination timetable is adhered to by all schools in the state.

 

He said that government cancelled the payment of fees by pupils and students in public, however it discovered that some errant staff imposed illegal fees in some areas.

 

Dr. Adeniran advised parents and guardians to report any case of collection of illegal fees to the Board, adding that the government is alive to its responsibilities.

 

“Let me begin by apologising to parents and guardians whose pupils were forced to bring money for examinations. This is not from the Board, and I will appeal to such parents to report the teachers to the Board.”

 

“The Oyo State Government has ensured that all necessary arrangements are put in place for a hitch free examination exercise. We paid for the printing and delivery of question and answer sheets”, he added.

 

Adeniran added, “We are committed to the free and compulsory universal basic education, hence, no school or head teacher found imposing or collecting any levy not approved by government, will go unpunished”.

 

“The Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde has been regular in the payment of the Oyo State counterpart fund with the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), hence we access our funds and use them to develop infrastructure and capacity of personnel,’’ he added.

 

Adeniran explained that the campaign against examination malpractice and truancy in public schools were yielding desired result.

 

He also commended the smooth conduct of examination in the centres visited.

 

According to him, teams from the Board are in other zones of the state to monitor the ongoing examination exercise.

 

The Cordinating Director, OYOSUBEB, Mrs. Olaide Ladipo, Deputy Directors and Assistant Directors were on the monitoring team of the Chairman.

 

Schools visited on Tueaday were: Community Basic School, 1&2, Olorunsogo; Community Primary School, Olosunde; Atolu Model School 1-4, Oremeji; among others.

 

Schools visited today include, UAMC School, Eleja, Odo-Ona; AUD Primary School; UMC Basic School, Oke-Ado; Abiola Jacobs Schools 1,2,3; and Army Children School, Iwo-road.

 

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Chairman Krosol Tech. Ltd Commemorates With NANs Senate President On Birthday 

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The Chairman Krosol Tech. Ltd and the Patron National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Hon. Kêlvìñ Solomon Olaolu, has Commemorate with NANs Senate President on the occasion of his Birthday.

“I join your well wisher, Millions of students across the nation in celebrating you on the special occasion of your birthday”

 

Praising his leadership style, Solomon noted that,”You have lived an exemplary lifestyle and you’re a source of great blessing to the entire student populace being an epitome of love, a phlegmatic philanthropist and masses oriented man

 

I celebrate you my special friend and brother, Babtee as you’re fondly called by your associate I wish you God’s unending blessings this new year

 

Your wonderful and industrious inputs to the student populace is worthy of emulation and commendation

 

I wish you many more greater years just ahead”

 

Please accept the assurances of my esteemed regards and warmest wishes.”

 

 

 

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Senate passes Student Loan Act Bill

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The Senate on Wednesday, March 20, passed the Student Loans (Access to Higher Education) Act (Repeal and Re-Enactment) Bill, 2024.

 

The resolution according to the Senate followed its consideration of the report of the Senate Committee on Tertiary Institutions and TETFUND that considered the Bill.

 

The report was presented during a plenary section by the chairman of the committee, Senator Muntari Dandutse (APC – Katsina South).

 

Recall that President Bola Tinubu had last week transmitted the Bill to the National Assembly for its consideration and passage.

 

The Senate had given the Bill accelerated hearing by suspending relevant sections of its standing rules and referred the Bill to the Committee of the Whole for consideration.

 

After debate on the Bill, Senate President Godswill Akpabio referred the Bill to the Senate Committee on Tertiary Institutions and TETFUND for further legislative work and to report back in one week.

 

The Bill seeks to provide easy access to higher education for indigent Nigerians through interest-free loans from the Nigerian Education Loan Fund established in the Act to provide education for all Nigerians.

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