A significant stride in Nigeria’s educational landscape has been achieved with the official establishment of the Federal University of Agriculture and Technology, Okeho, Oke-Ogun, Oyo State. This landmark development, solidified by President Bola Tinubu’s assent to the enabling bill, promises to usher in an era of academic distinction and innovation for the region.
Engr. (Dr.) Soliu Adebare Abu Gbadamosi, a distinguished engineer, technocrat and politician hailing from Kajola LGA, Okeho, Oyo State, shared his profound joy with the communities of Oyo State, Oke-Ogun, and Kajola Local Government Area.
In a release to acrossnigerianews.com through his Office of Media, Publicity, and Strategy, Engr. Dr. Gbadamosi lauded President Tinubu’s pivotal role in signing the bill into law, a move that he believes will unlock a wealth of opportunities for academic advancement.
“We extend our deepest gratitude to President Tinubu for this historic decision,” Engr. Dr. Gbadamosi stated, emphasizing the critical need for sustained support. He respectfully appealed to the President to prioritize funding for the newly established institution, highlighting that “timely funding is essential for the university to reach its full potential and provide high-quality education.”
Engr. Dr. Gbadamosi also extended special appreciation to Senator Buhari AbdulFatai Omotayo (PhD), representing Oyo North Senatorial District, for his relentless dedication in championing this project. “His exemplary leadership and commitment to regional development have been truly commendable,” he added.
Acknowledgement was also given to the invaluable contributions of NADECO, Afenifere, and those embodying a progressive mindset and Awolowo’s ideology, particularly Professor Segun Gbadegesin, a renowned son of the soil whose expertise and advocacy played a significant role in the university’s establishment.
The Federal University of Agriculture and Technology, Okeho, is envisioned as a central hub for cutting-edge research, innovation, and academic excellence. It aims to empower students with the essential knowledge and skills needed to thrive in their chosen fields, thereby nurturing a new generation of leaders and change-makers for Nigeria.
The celebratory sentiment extends to various stakeholders who were instrumental in this achievement. Heartfelt appreciation was conveyed to the Councils of Obas and Traditional Rulers, Oke-Ogun, Oyo State, for their unwavering support. Political leaders, technocrats, and other stakeholders in Oke-Ogun, Oyo State, were also recognized for their dedication to the region’s progress.
Furthermore, significant credit was given to the Oke Development Consultative Forum (ODCF), under the leadership of Ahmed Raji (SAN), All Okeogun Development Associations, and other organizations whose untiring efforts were crucial in advocating for the university’s establishment and promoting regional interests.
As the community anticipates the university’s bright future and its transformative impact, the call for timely funding from the Federal Government was reiterated, emphasizing its importance in enabling the institution to fully realize its potential.
“Congratulations to the people of Oyo State, Oke-Ogun, and Kajola LGA, Okeho, Oyo State, on this momentous occasion,” Engr. Dr. Gbadamosi concluded. “May the Federal University of Agriculture and Technology, Okeho, thrive and become a beacon of excellence in Nigeria’s academic landscape.”
