The visionary Vice-Chancellor of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), Prof. Uduma Oji Uduma, has revealed that standard due process were followed leading to the establishment Okpo Community Study Centre.
The Vice-Chancellor stated this today at the epoch-making commissioning ceremony of the Okpo Community Study Centre at Okpo, headquarters of Olamaboro Local Government Area of Kogi State.
In his address, Prof. Uduma specifically commended Sir Felix Edoka, JP, who is the immediate past Registrar of NOUN for the tireless role he played towards the realization of the Centre.
Sir Felix Edoka, JP (immediate past Registrar-NOUN)
"The people here are of exceptional quality and impressive quantity. We have clear, standard, and well-defined steps we meticulously follow to establish a study centre. Most times, people fail to follow these due processes. We normally conduct a comprehensive checklist assessment before any inauguration.
For the special reason of Mr. Felix Edoka, I simply couldn't say no, because of our long-standing, cordial and cherished relationship. I initially asked, are we really coming for a full commissioning or merely for an inspection?
I am here today because I owe Edoka that profound honour. I am truly happy to be here; his judgement is remarkably sharp and impeccable."
Mr. Oladipo Ajayi (Registrar of the University)
He further expressed profound gratitude to the entire Okpo community in general and, in particular, to the highly respected Chief of Army Staff for his immense support in assisting the community with the renovation of the dilapidated facility.
"We have come to commission it today, and after this commissioning, we will return shortly for a formal and total takeover, which I strongly believe will be very soon," Uduma concluded.
Speaking earlier, the Registrar of the University, Mr. Oladipo Ajayi, congratulated the good people of Okpo for their collective, selfless efforts in establishing the Study Centre.
Prof. Tessy Angba (Director of Learners Support Services, Director of Learners Support Services)
He also showered glowing encomiums on the immediate past Registrar for his uncommon sacrifices, dogged dedication and unwavering commitment to the noble cause of building the Centre.
Ajayi further expressed deep appreciation for the warm, hospitable and dignified reception accorded to the university management, which signifies profound recognition and honour to the presence of the Vice-Chancellor.
"I pray that everyone who seeks knowledge may find it abundantly here," Ajayi concluded.
In her inspiring remarks, the amiable Director of Learners Support Services, Prof. Tessy Angba, drew profound inspiration from the Holy Bible, Proverbs 18:22, which says, “Whoso findeth a wife findeth a good thing, and obtaineth favour of the Lord.”
Prof. Angba brilliantly rephrased the timeless biblical message to infer: "Whosoever seeks knowledge seeks a good thing; and a community that brings education closer to its people has secured an eternal blessing for generations."
She added that the historic gathering in Okpo does not merely point to the commissioning of a Study Centre alone, but signifies "the opening of doors to boundless possibilities, creating golden pathways to opportunity and bringing the lofty promise of higher education closer to the people."
"This remarkable occasion represents more than the mere establishment of a learning facility. It is a glowing demonstration of what becomes possible when a resilient community recognizes the invaluable value of education and takes bold, deliberate steps to secure a brighter, more prosperous future for its people," Prof. Angba maintained.
- Log in to post comments
- 139 views
