The Federal Government has appointed Oba of Benin, Ewuare II as the chancellor of the Natioonal Open University of Nigeria.
The Vice Chancellor of the university, Prof. Olufemi Peters, announced this when the management staff of the institution paid a courtesy visit to the Oba on Friday in Benin, Edo State, assured that the fortunes of the university would improve.
He said, “It is heartwarming to announce that the Oba is the new vice chancellor of the Open University. We are sure that his tenure will usher in good development for the school.
“The reason why this university was established by the University government is to bring tertiary education to as many Nigerians as possible, no matter where they are, whatever their circumstances or hindrances
“We are in every state of the country, serving every area. We have over 120,000 students. It is the biggest university in the country
Responding, His Royal Majesty, Ewuare II, Oba of Benin, accepted his appointment and commended President Muhammadu Buhari for finding him worthy of the position.
He promised to bring his wealth of experience to bear in the discharge of his duties and leverage on his experience during his diplomatic sojourn towards improving teaching and learning in the University with the support of the management team.
“When I was first informed about my appointment, I was very happy.
We thank God almighty for this recognition of the work we are doing in Benin Kingdom.We hope to bring our experience in piloting the affair of the institution.
“I am most grateful to the Commander-in-Chief, President Muhammadu Buhari for deeming it fit to appoint me as Vice Chancellor of the National Open University of Nigeria”, Oba Ewuare II said.
The management of the institution presented some literature of the National Open University of Nigeria to the Oba.
Recall, the institution had been without Chancellor for two years.
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