By FUOYE Management
The management of Federal University Oye Ekiti has again tackled Sahara Reporters over misinformation about the university, describing its inceasant blackmail of the university as an innate culture.
However, Sahara Reporters again at its usual element, published on its website that FUOYE gave heroic welcome to its ‘suspended Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Abayomi Sunday Fasina.”
This is another falacy of hasty misinformation as the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Abayomi Sunday Fasina resumed office after his six-month research leave and not from any suspension.
Prof. Fasina came back from his accumulated leave and was indeed given a heroic welcome party worthy of a rare leader, who was ready to put more effort with a view to making FUOYE greater than he met it.
It was a celebration galore as the university rolled out the drums to welcome back the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Abayomi Sunday Fasina from his six-month research leave.
Rather than sparking outrage, according to Sahara Reporters, the return of the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Abayomi Sunday Fasina was like a triumphant return as the entire university community glowed amidst pomp and pageantry.
His return, was, however, greeted by celebrations.
Also, the alleged member of staff, Saka Kamal Odunjo, being quoted copiously by Sahara Reporters was no longer a staff of FUOYE having been dismissed by the university on the grounds of serious misconduct.
Particularly, there was no controversy anywhere as being touted by Sahara Reporters as there was no case of students attacking members of staff.
In fact, the atmosphere was peaceful as members of stag were celebrating the return of their Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Abayomi Sunday Fasina.
But like a chameleon, who would not change it’s stock in trade, Sahara Reporters had again engaged in its usual times of closing its eyes to beautiful things in FUOYE.
And in order to set the record straight, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Abayomi Sunday Fasina applied for his accumulated research leave and was graciously granted by the university’s highest organ of authority, the Governing Council.
The Governing Council, led by Senator Victor Ndoma-Egba, graciously approved Professor Abayomi Sunday Fasina’s leave which terminated on October 14 and not a suspension.
Sahara Reporters also said an alliance between the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Governing Council and the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Abayomi Sunday Fasina was aimed at looting the university.
Instead, the alliance had paid off, fostering unity of purpose especially the welfare of members of staff as the university had begun payment of relocation allowance on a first working day of the Vice-Chancellor.
In a statement by the university management, no where were students sponsored to attack members of staff as the event was without rancour.
Nobody was shocked to see the Vice-Chancellor, Prof Abayomi Sunday Fasina as members of staff were already expecting his return, hence the tumultuous anticipated crowd, the statement said.
This, again was from the widest imagination of Sahara Reporters
Meanwhile the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Abayomi Sunday Fasina has canvassed for peace, saying only peace would guarantee progress of the university.
Prof. Fasina in a speech entitled “Peace–sine quanon for university development,” said It gives me great joy to stand before you today as I resume duty after my six-month research and accumulated leave.
” I thank the Almighty for granting us grace, health, and the gift of continuity in service to this great institution, the Federal University Oye-Ekiti.
“Let me begin by sincerely appreciating the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academics) who acted while I was on leave, Professor Olubunmi S. Shittu, for his leadership during my absence. I also extend deep appreciation to the Principal Officers – Professor Bolanle Tajudeen Opoola (Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Administration); Prof. Joshua Olalekan OGUNWOLE (DVC SPRIL); Mr. Mufutau Ibrahim (Registrar); Prof. Isaac Oluwadare BUSAYO (Librarian) and Mrs. Adebolanle Debo-Ajagunna (Bursar), and to the Deans, Directors, Senate, and all members of Congregation for holding forth solidly and ensuring that the University remained stable and productive.
“Your collective commitment has sustained the spirit of excellence that defines FUOYE.
“Colleagues, I must emphasis that whatever has happened in the last eight months should be seen as a learning phase for us all. For me, I have gone to acquire another degree on leadership.
“Every institution goes through moments that test its values and resilience.
“What matters most is how we respond i have no grudge against anybody, conflicting ideas find a convergence for peaceful co-existence.
“It is better to learn from experience than to be caught repeating the same mistakes. I, therefore, urge everyone to reflect deeply, forgive freely, and move forward with renewed wisdom and unity of purpose.
“The university is a fragile ecosystem; delicate, sensitive, and self-correcting. It reacts to the slightest disruption. Hence, we must all strive to preserve its traditions, integrity, and harmony.
“We owe it to posterity to bequeath a great university, one that will outlive us as a legacy of commitment, diligence, and shared vision.There is much to be done within a short period, and all hands must be on deck to reposition our university as one of the foremost institutions in Nigeria.
” In the weeks ahead, we face a critical task; the next round of programme accreditation. I beseech everyone, from Deans, Heads of Departments to non-teaching staff, to give their utmost so that we achieve 100% success.
“May I also mention very quickly that we shall address the lingering issue of relocation allowance, the next tranche will be paid today.
“This administration, despite all odds, made a clear promise from the outset that this payment would be honoured — and it will be paid, taking into account the realities of our financial capacity.
“We also have major projects ahead, notably the completion of the Senate Building and other ongoing developments.
“I have resolved not to hand over any unfinished project to my successor. This administration must finish strong.
“I wish to appreciate our elders and stakeholders who stood firm in ensuring a united community.
“Special appreciation goes to the Honourable Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, the Chairman of Council, Senator Victor Ndoma-Egba, esteemed members of Council, Senate, and Congregation for their steadfast support.
“Together, we shall continue to work diligently until the last day of this tenure.
“Let us remain united, steadfast, and focused. Remember always, God wins!Thank you, and God bless the Federal University Oye Ekiti.”