President Bola Tinubu has inaugurated several newly completed projects at the University of Ilorin as part of the events marking the institution’s 40th convocation ceremonies.
The commissioned projects include the Faculty of Social Sciences Building, a Block of Four Lecture Halls for the Faculties of Social Sciences and Management Sciences, the Department of English Drama Studio within the Faculty of Arts, the Renovated Blocks 1–10, the Refurbished Department of Geography and Environmental Management Building, the Remodelled Unilorin Innovation Hub, and the Technical Entrepreneurship Centre Road.
While speaking at the event, the President, represented by the Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), Prof. Adenike Temidayo Oladiji, stated that the newly inaugurated projects reflected the ideals of a genuine university system committed to serving humanity.
The President urged the university authorities to ensure proper maintenance and supervision of the new facilities, stressing that his administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda is firmly focused on promoting education and infrastructural advancement across the nation.
He said, “These projects symbolize the spirit of progress and innovation we envision for our nation. I urge Nigerians to believe in the Renewed Hope Agenda and support efforts to move the country from grass to grace.”
President Tinubu also praised the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Wahab Olasupo Egbewole, SAN, and his management team for their efforts in repositioning the university and aligning its mission with national development objectives.
In his remarks, the Chancellor of the University and Emir of Katsina, Alhaji Abdulmumin Kabir Usman, represented by the Waziri of Katsina, Senator Ibrahim Idah, commended the University of Ilorin for its dedication to academic excellence and its commitment to maintaining a conducive learning environment.
He described the newly inaugurated projects as “worthwhile initiatives” that would enhance teaching, learning, and research, adding that the University’s emphasis on skill acquisition would adequately prepare students for life after graduation.
In his address, the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Egbewole, expressed appreciation to President Tinubu for accepting the institution’s invitation and for his continued support towards its infrastructural development.
“We remain committed to continuous improvement and will ensure the University grows stronger and better each day,” he assured.
Among the dignitaries in attendance at the event were the University’s Pro-Chancellor, Surveyor Abiodun Jacob Aluko; other Principal Officers of the institution, and numerous well-wishers from within and beyond the university community.
