Prof. Julius Okogie, Executive Secretary, NUC
President Muhammadu Buhari, on Saturday in Akure, called on the nation’s universities to function as agents of change in order to accelerate the desired economic growth and development of the country.
Buhari stressed that universities must play visible roles in the country’s economic growth and transformation.
The president, represented by Prof. Julius Okogie, the Executive Secretary, National Universities Commission (NUC), gave the charge at the 27th Convocation Ceremony of the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA).
The president urged universities to be at the vanguard of the fight against corruption and eroded ethics, which, according to him, constitute a major component of our social ills.
He pointed out that the universities play critical roles in shaping the lives and character of the young and active segment of the population.
“We are, therefore, committed to working assiduously with the universities to motivate our youths and prepare them for their future roles.
“We must also continue to ensure that universities are safe havens for the students and staff alike.
“Government, through its various security agencies and outfits, is working round the clock to ensure adequate security for every Nigerian,” he said.
The Emir of Bauchi, Alhaji Rilwanu Adamu, who was newly installed as the Chancellor of the school, said that his new position would afford him opportunity to make significant contributions to the development of education in the country.
He described the convocation ceremony as evidence of the school’s great commitment to its mandate and the pursuit of same with focus and dedication.
“I, therefore, commend the university governing council for the quality of policy formulation and superintendence fostered on the school,” the chancellor said.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that a total of 4,332 students, comprising 2,675 undergraduates and 1,657 post graduates, bagged various degrees in the 2014/2015 academic session.
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Source:: PM Newspaper
