From Kayemo News
Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has charged people of the
State to be resilient in the quest to bring educational and
technological development to the State
Speaking at the first matriculation ceremony of Students of The
Polytechnic, Omuo-Ekiti, Governor Oyebanji stated that though
Education is capital intensive, it is usually worth the investment
put into it .
Oyebanji who was represented by the State Commissioner for Education, Dr (Mrs) Olabimpe Aderiye stressed that whatever
an individual can imagine can be accomplished citing The Polytechnic, Ibadan as an example of an institution which was not big at inception but has grown over the years into one of the most reputed tertiary institutions in the country today.
He acknowledged the Olomuo of Omuo, Oba Dr. Omonigbehin and the people of Omuo both at home and in diaspora for their good intention and willingness to contribute to the progress of the State with the establishment of the institution.
Oyebanji urged the Governing Council , academic board and management
of the new Polythecnic to remain focused so that the vision and
mission of the institution can be accomplished within a short period
In his address, the Olomuo of Omuo-Ekiti, Oba Noah Omonigbeyin
appreciated God for making the day a reality.
He commended the people of Omuo-Ekiti especially the Christian
Association of Nigeria (CAN), Omuo Chapter for their courage and doggedness in actualizing their dream about establishing the
Polythecnic which he described as the baby of community.
Oba Omonigbehin, equally appreciated Governor Biodun Oyebanji for the
love and passion he has continuously shown to the people of the State
since he assumed office.
He solicited the support of the people of the state and public
spirited individuals to donate in cash and kind towards the
development of the Polythecnic into a centre of excellence.
In his address, the Chairman Governing Council of the Polytechnic, Omuo-Ekiti, Asiwaju Apalara Wole-Adewumi said that the history of the
Polythecnic which is first Higher Institution in the entire Ekiti East
LGA is replete with twists and turns, stating that the establishment
of the institution is a dream come true.
Asiwaju Wole-Adewumi urged the pioneer students of the Polythecnic to abide by the laid down regulations of the institution and put in their best so that they can come out in flying colours
In his address, the Polytechnic’s Rector, Engr. Babatunde Agun said
that the vision of the institution is to produce technologically
minded and competent graduates, who would meet the contemporary global needs in terms of manpower and efficient service delivery.
Agun stated that the institution strives to build a world where dreams are nurtured and potential knows no bound.
Present at the event were: the Permanent Secretary Ministry of
Education; Dr Folakemi Olomojobi, Former SSG; Mr Foluso Daramola,
Prof. Omotosho, amongst others
