To help Nigerian universities compete on the global stage and curb frequent strikes, President Bola Tinubu announced increased funding for tertiary institutions.
Funding For Tertiary Institutions
Speaking at the 35th Convocation Ceremony of Adeyemi Federal University of Education in Ondo, he outlined the government’s plans to upgrade key colleges into universities and strengthen collaboration with staff unions.
Engaging With University Staff
Firstly, speaking through the Vice Chancellor of Obafemi Awolowo University, Professor Adebayo Bamire, Tinubu emphasised that his administration is actively engaging with university staff unions to reduce the frequent strikes that disrupt academic progress.
Upgrading Colleges To Universities
Moreover, a key part of the government’s strategy involves recently upgrading four Colleges of Education—including Adeyemi College of Education, Alvan Ikoku, and Federal Colleges of Education in Kano and Zaria—into Federal Universities of Education.
This upgrade creates more pathways for Nigerian Certificate in Education (NCE) holders to gain direct university admission.
Commending Leadership Amid Challenges
The President also praised AFUED’s leadership and staff for successfully managing the transition from a College of Education to a full university despite financial challenges.
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Although they have faced difficulties along the way, the government is actively pursuing solutions.
Inspiring Graduands
Furthermore, Tinubu congratulated the graduating students and encouraged them to embrace creativity, resilience, and seize the many opportunities before them.
Support From Governing Council
In addition, Pro-Chancellor Ganiyat Adeola Yusuf commended the government’s commitment to education reform and the launch of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), which supports young Nigerians.
She also pledged that the Governing Council will continue to support the university and called on the Federal Government to provide further assistance in developing infrastructure and releasing start-up funds.
Celebrating Academic Growth
Finally, Acting Vice Chancellor Samuel Akintunde announced that AFUED is awarding first degrees to 12,556 graduands, Nigerian Certificates in Education to 6,269, and Diplomas in Computer Science to 1,501, signalling the university’s growing impact.
