President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has inaugurated projects at the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN), as part of activities to mark the institution’s 40th convocation.
They include Faculty of Social Sciences building, a block of four lecture halls for Faculties of Social Sciences and Management Sciences, Department of English Drama studio in the Faculty of Arts, renovated blocks 1–10, renovated Department of Geography and Environmental Management building, remodelled UNILORIN Innovation Hub, and Technical Entrepreneurship Centre Road.
President Tinubu, represented by the Vice Chancellor, Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), Prof. Adenike Oladiji, said the new projects underscored the essence of a true university system dedicated to the service of humanity.
He urged the university authorities to ensure proper maintenance and monitoring of the facilities, stressing that his administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda remained committed to advancing education and infrastructural development across Nigeria.
He said: “These projects symbolise 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 hailed the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Wahab Egbewole, SAN, and his management team for their dedication to transforming the university and aligning its vision with national development goals.
The Chancellor and Emir of Katsina, Alhaji Abdulmumin Usman, represented by the Waziri of Katsina, Senator Ibrahim Idah, lauded UNILORIN’s commitment to academic excellence and a conducive learning environment.
He described the projects as “worthwhile initiatives” that would enhance teaching, learning and research, adding that the university’s focus on skill development would prepare students for life beyond the classroom.
Prof. Egbewole thanked President Tinubu for honouring the institution’s invitation and supporting its infrastructural growth.
“We remain committed to continuous improvement and will ensure the university grows stronger and better each day,” he said.
Dignitaries at the ceremony included the Pro-Chancellor, Abiodun Aluko; principal officers of the university and well-wishers from within and outside the institution.
