Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) witnessed a historic event as the First Lady and wife of the president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on Thursday October 10th, commissioned a 2.7km road, monument, ultra-modern hostel, and pavilion in the vicinity of the University.
While addressing her speech, the Alumnus of Obafemi Awolowo University, Senator Oluremi Tinubu appreciated the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi for the special recognition and naming of the Pavilion and road after her. She noted that road has always been a symbol of progress, and prayed that the 2.7km road becomes a valuable asset for the University.
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She added, ‘It has been 41 years since I left my alma mater, and I discovered the environment is not like her days because I attend a beautiful OAU.’ She announced a donation of ₦1Billion to Obafemi Awolowo University from the Renewed Hope initiative to education and community development of the university. This generous gesture was met with applause and gratitude from the audience.
In addition, The Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi, warmly welcomed Senator Oluremi Tinubu and celebrate the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria for her role and for being a pillar of strength and grace and a true daughter of the Yoruba Land. She was further acknowledged by the monarch for the efforts she put into the realms of Education.
The Ooni of Ife said, ‘I celebrate your efforts and your advocacy for the rights and opportunities of young girls and women mirrors the ethos of our ancestors who believed in the upliftment of future generations.’ He noted that, the first lady of Nigeria has the attributes of Intelligence as a strategic thinker, problem solver. He further demonstrated her as a courageous woman who stand for what is right despite any opposition.
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He further added, ‘It is in her recognition of these contributions to societal development that we gather here today to name a 2.7-kilometre road and a pavilion after her within a great institution in Nigeria.’
Moreover, while delivering his speech, the Vice Chancellor of Obafemi Awolowo University, Professor Simeon Bamire appreciated the almighty God for the monarch, recognizing that the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, CFR plays a fatherly role in the realm of Education.
He noted that the Monarch has been characterized by potentials that brought progress to Ile-Ife and Yoruba land at large. He said, ‘Also, Obafemi Awolowo University celebrates His Majesty on his 50th birthday and prays that God will continue to make your rulership impactful.’
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‘I welcome the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu CON; it is so historical that you are the First Lady of the nation to visit the school for the past 63 years. I will welcome Her Excellency to her alma mater’, he added.
Some of the dignitaries who attended the program include Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi; the wife of Osun State Governor, Titilola Adeleke; Deputy Governor of Osun State, Prince Kola Adewusi; traditional rulers, among others. Other attendees include the Chairman of the Governing Council OAU, Professor Siyan Oyewoso; the Vice Chancellor, Professor Simeon Bamire; the Dean of the Faculty of Education, Professor T.O Bello; students of Obafemi Awolowo University, among others.