The Oluyin of Iyin-Ekiti, Ekiti State, Oba Adeola Adeniyi Ajakaiye, JP, has expressed profound gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for approving the establishment of the University of Technology and Environmental Sciences in the town.
In a statement personally signed on Saturday, Oba Ajakaiye also extended his appreciation to the National Assembly and the Minister of Education for their roles in the establishment of the university, describing it as a monumental development in the history of the town.
“On behalf of the good people of Iyin Kingdom, I wish to express my sincere and immense gratitude to the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for assenting to the bill for the establishment of the University of Technology and Environmental Sciences in Iyin-Ekiti.
“I also wish to thank the National Assembly for expeditiously passing the bill, the Honourable Minister of Education for his tireless efforts that culminated in the signing of the bill into law, and indeed all those who worked diligently to make this university a reality,” he said.
The traditional ruler noted that the Iyin Kingdom is particularly proud of the role played by the Senate Leader, Distinguished Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, a distinguished son of Iyin, as well as the unwavering support of all sons and daughters of the kingdom.
He assured that the town is fully prepared for the takeoff of the federal institution.
“We pledge our unwavering cooperation with the Federal Government as it works toward the commencement of the university.
“We assure communal support and protection for the university and all members of its community, including staff and students.
“Iyin-Ekiti has always been, and will remain, a peaceful and welcoming community.
“The town already hosts several private and state government-owned educational institutions, whose staff and students have enjoyed warm and harmonious relations with the people of the town.
“The establishment of a federal tertiary institution in Iyin is the icing on the cake, and we are ready, willing, and able to provide a conducive environment for the institution to thrive and become a catalyst for the socioeconomic development of our town,” Oba Ajakaiye said.
(vitalnewsngr.com)
