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  • Babcock University strengthens industry partnership

    Babcock University strengthens industry partnership

    By Adekunle Gbadebo,

    Babcock University has reinforced its commitment to producing globally relevant and industry-ready graduates through strengthened partnerships with key professional and media institutions.

    The President/Vice Chancellor, Prof. Afolarin Ojewole, disclosed this during courtesy visits to Lagos Television (LTV) and the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN), as part of efforts to align academic training with industry expectations.

    Ojewole said the initiative is driven by the university’s vision to nurture graduates capable of research-driven innovation, entrepreneurship, and global competitiveness.

    According to him, sustained collaboration between higher institutions and industry remains critical to preparing students for contemporary workplace realities.

    “We want our students to gain practical industry exposure while still in school,” he said. “Such engagement will help bridge the gap between theory and practice and ensure that our graduates are well prepared for life beyond the classroom.”

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    The don accompanied by the Associate Vice President, Communication, Media and Branding, Dr  Babafemi Akintayo, and other senior officials, held discussions with the General Manager of Lagos Television, Mrs. Adesola Kosoko, and members of her management team.

    Kosoko welcomed the university’s delegation and expressed LTV’s willingness to collaborate in training and mentoring future media professionals through structured industry engagement.

    Beyond internship opportunities, the university is also expanding its academic framework to incorporate professional certifications and capacity-building programmes aimed at improving graduates’ visibility and employability in both local and global markets.

    The initiative, it noted, forms part of its broader strategy to strengthen town-and-gown relationships and reposition its graduates for leadership, innovation, and societal impact.

  • Babcock University Alumni hold outreach

    Babcock University Alumni hold outreach

    • By Igbang Juliet Ikedie

    The Alumni Community and Philanthropy Unit of Babcock University have organised an outreach programme for residents of the Makoko community in Yaba, Lagos State.

    It was aimed at providing medical care, food items, clothing and other basic necessities to underserved members of the community.

    The outreach took place on December 21, 2025,  in Makoko.

     The programme was led by the Associate Vice President, Alumni Community and Philanthropy, Dr Jonathan Dangana, alongside members of his team.

    As part of the visit, Dr Dangana paid a courtesy call on the Baale of Makoko Community, Chief Steven Adji Migbe Hove, where he explained the purpose of the visit and presented a gift pack to the  ruler. He noted that the team came to share love and support with the community, stressing that the outreach was not about taking from the people but giving to them.

    According to him, the team arrived with medical personnel to provide free medical services, as well as food items, clothing and toiletries for members of the community.

    The community leader expressed appreciation for the gesture, describing the outreach as timely and impactful. He said many residents of Makoko had not seen a doctor or visited a hospital in the last two to three years due to financial constraints.

    “We are very poor here,” he said. “Most of us cannot afford hospital bills. Having doctors come to us for free today makes me very happy. I wish this kind of programme can happen every month.”

    He also highlighted challenges facing the community, including lack of access to water, electricity and proper shelter.

    Dangana explained that the outreach was organised to put smiles on the faces of vulnerable members of society, adding that the initiative was tagged “Hail Babcock: Put a Smile on Someone’s Face.”

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    He said the primary beneficiaries of the programme were residents of Makoko, whom he described as deprived of basic amenities of life.

    He revealed that the outreach will  be sustained annually for the next five years, with the aim of expanding its reach and impact. He explained that the current economic realities have made it difficult for many people to afford basic necessities, and that one of the values instilled by Babcock University is compassion for those in need.

    He also hailed Babcock students, particularly undergraduates, for their contributions, noting that many donated food items, toiletries, money and other resources to ensure the success of the programme. He described the excitement of children in the community, who eagerly received items such as biscuits and ice cream, as a reminder of the importance of giving.

    According to him, the outreach marked the second edition for the year, following an earlier one held in August, and lessons learned from the first programme helped the team prepare better for this edition.

    Dangana added that as a faith-based institution, the university also deployed a spiritual team made up of five pastors to pray with and encourage members of the community.

    He noted that the outreach was organised by the Alumni Community and Philanthropy Unit of Babcock University and expressed openness to collaboration with individuals and organisations. He also acknowledged support from partners such as UAC and Maltina, and appreciated the President/Vice Chancellor  Prof. Afolarin Olutunde Ojewole, for his support.

  • Babcock alumna seeks promotion of values, intergrity

    Babcock alumna seeks promotion of values, intergrity

    • By Opeyemi Sanusi

    A  renowned global ambassador and Artificial Intelligence  expert,  Nnenna Nwakanma, who is a Babcock University Alumna has stressed the need for  integrity and strong moral values in society.

    She  delivered  the university’s Founder’s Day lecture with the  theme:   “Legacy and Leadership Excellence: Building Enduring Institutions in Times of Change,”  at the university’s  amphitheatre.

    Nwakanma emphasised  the need to  uphold values in societies increasingly driven by profit and power rather than purpose and principle.

    She  identified a “crisis of values” as the greatest challenge facing institutions globally, where “brilliance without character is celebrated, intelligence without compassion is tolerated, and knowledge is pursued, but wisdom is neglected.”

    The expert noted that while education and expertise are crucial, values ultimately determine an individual’s success and stability.

    Drawing from her experiences at the Adventist Seminary of West Africa (ASWA), Nwakanma highlighted the importance of character driven by integrity, noting that degrees and titles do not guarantee future success.

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    She encouraged students to cultivate kindness, adhere to right values, and continuously upgrade their knowledge and skills.

    Nwakanma attributed her achievements to her faith and values nurtured during her undergraduate days at ASWA.

    “As long as we marry innovation and values ,character and conscience, doors will open. Students,avoid shortcuts , your character will determine whether you will be in the room, certificate will open doors for you ,but character will determine if you will remain in the room,” she added.

     President/Vice Chancellor, Prof. Ademola Tayo called for leaders who will expand the university’s vision with courage and relevance in times of change. He warned that technology, efficiency, and convenience should not overshadow integrity, conviction, and faith while striving to keep pace with innovation and technological advancements.

    He said these shifts, while opening opportunities, also pose risks “if technology replaces relationship;  if efficiency overshadows integrity, if convenience weakens conviction and if popular culture redefines our understanding of God and His holy word.”

  • Babcock produces 241 First Class graduates

    Babcock produces 241 First Class graduates

    Babcock University, Ilisan-Remo, Ogun State, has  conferred degrees on a total of 3,229 graduates, with 241 students bagging First-Class honours across various disciplines.

    Speaking  at the university’s 2025 Convocation ceremony with the theme: “Charting a glorious future with courage and purpose,”  Vice Chancellor, Prof. Ademola  Tayo expressed  delight  at the achievements  of the graduating class.

    The convocation also marked the final official outing of  Tayo, who would exit office on December 1.

    The VC said: “Today is personal for me. It’s not only the graduation of another outstanding cohort, but also my final convocation as Vice-Chancellor.

    “I stand before you as a grateful servant-leader, a witness to God’s faithfulness, and a proud member of the Babcock story.”

    Tayo noted that  out of the 3,229 graduates, 2,543 were undergraduates, and 686 were postgraduate students, including 217 PhD holders, 30 MPhil, 359 Master’s, and 80 Postgraduate Diplomas (PGD).

    He said BUCODeL (Babcock University Centre for Open and Distance E-Learning) produced   43 undergraduates and 12 postgraduates for graduation, marking the centre’s first-ever graduating cohort.

    The VC noted that  during his tenure, he undertook sweeping reforms in academic offerings, infrastructural development, research, alumni engagement, and student entrepreneurship.

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    He explained that the  university had introduced futuristic academic programmes such as Cybersecurity, Peace Studies, and One Health, all accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC).

    He said the  Schools of Engineering and Environmental Science, launched under his administration, now operate in a dedicated Iperu campus with ongoing structural expansion.

    “We pursued not just growth, but meaningful transformation. Through partnerships, accountability, and a shared vision, Babcock has become a beacon of academic excellence and moral leadership,” he added.

    The VC highlighted  major research milestones, including winning research grants totalling over £35,000, €10,500, $14,000 and N60 million, and participating in international collaborations such as the Global Teach Project with the University of Pittsburgh, and community health initiatives supported by the University of Manchester and TWAS-DFG in Germany.

    Tayo noted that Stutern ranked Babcock as the second most employable university in Nigeria in 2024.

    He added that the institution established a Career Services Unit, engaged in industry training, and enhanced entrepreneurship through initiatives like the Babcock Innovation Challenge and Entrepreneurship Week, producing functional student startups .

    Tayo said the Babcock University Teaching Hospital (BUTH), now one of Nigeria’s top private medical centres, has handled over 927 advanced medical cases, including 20 open-heart surgeries, spine operations, neurosurgeries, and paediatric procedures.

    According to him, it has also fully automated its electronic medical records.

    He urged  graduates to wear their Babcock training with pride, and to let their lives reflect values of faith, integrity, innovation, and service.

    “Let your knowledge serve justice. Let your talents solve problems. Let your values inspire hope. Be fearless. Be kind. Be Babcock.

    “Babcock University is not just surviving—it is thriving. And with God on our side, the best is yet to come,” he said.

    The  Chancellor, Prof. Bassey Idoh, hailed  the university  for its hard work and commitment to churning out graduates who are having positive impact on society.

  • Babcock wins varsities’ securities trading competition

    Babcock wins varsities’ securities trading competition

    Babcock University (Team Titans) has won Season Two of the AVA Securities Trading Competition, in which undergraduates traded with N5 million.

    Over four months, teams battled it out in a volatile Nigerian equities market, applying intelligent strategies, managing risks, and adjusting to live market fluctuations—many for the first time.

    University of Port Harcourt (Coral Team), which was the Champion of Season 1, was the first runner-up, while the University of Benin (Ivory Team) was the second runner-up.

    Organised by AVA Securities Limited, a subsidiary of AVA Capital Group, the competition is aimed at enhancing the students’ financial and stock literacy.

    Season Two brought together a highly competitive and diverse group of students from 10 Nigerian universities.

    Other participants were the University of Ilorin (Team Trackers), Covenant University (Team Seekers), Pan-Atlantic University (Team Bulls), ABU Zaria (Team Emerald), Obafemi Awolowo University (Team Rangers), University of Lagos (Team Aqua), and University of Ibadan (Team Strategist).

    Managing Director of AVA Securities Limited, Mrs. Ifeyinwa Adeniji, said applications have opened for Season Three, billed for August 2025.

    “This competition is more than just trading—it is about building a financially savvy generation equipped to make smart investment decisions.

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    “As the first of its kind in Nigeria, we are proud to continue leading the charge in shaping how young people interact with capital markets,” she said.

    Adeniji said the AVA Securities Trading Competition, launched in September 2024, was created to deepen financial literacy, enhance strategic thinking and risk management skills, and provide a practical platform for university students to showcase their trading instincts in a live market environment.

    “Unlike traditional investment competitions that rely on simulations or demo accounts, this one-of-a-kind competition empowers selected student teams with N5 million in real capital to trade live on the AVA Securities trading platform.

    “All three teams demonstrated outstanding trading discipline, strategic thinking, and exceptional team coordination.

    “Applications for the third edition will go live this June, and the competition will commence in August 2025.

    “The programme as designed will feature media coverage, mentorship, leadership exposure, and rewards such as internship opportunities, job offers, and a share of the trading profits.

    “The AVA Securities Trading Competition is open to 200–500 level students in all disciplines from accredited Nigerian universities,” it added.

  • Babcock University expels student over alleged ritual practices, drug peddling

    Babcock University expels student over alleged ritual practices, drug peddling

    Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State, has expelled a student, Oladipupo Siwajuola, over what it described as “gross violation of university rules,” including involvement in fetish practices, drug peddling, impersonation, and dishonesty.

    Siwajuola’s case drew widespread attention in early May 2025 after his mother publicly accused the University of Negligence following his sudden disappearance.

    In an official statement released on Wednesday and signed by the institution’s Director of Marketing and Communication, Dr. Joshua Suleiman, the university said that the student deliberately left campus on April 28, 2025, disguised in a hoodie, and exited through the university’s teaching hospital gate without authorisation.

    “His disappearance was neither accidental nor the result of negligence by the university. Rather, it was a deliberate act, laced with a series of misconducts that violate the Babcock University Student Handbook,” the statement read.

    The university disclosed that Siwajuola was returned to campus by his father on May 15, 2025, and was debriefed by the Security Services Department. In a voluntary statement, later corroborated before the Disciplinary Committee, he reportedly confessed to several misconduct.

    “Among them was the purchase of a black soap from a traditional herbalist for N100,000,” the statement revealed, contradicting earlier claims by his mother that the soap was for a skin condition.

    “Siwajuola admitted that the soap was intended for ritual purposes, as part of a ‘Yahoo Yahoo Plus’ scheme,” the statement added, referring to a term for internet fraud involving fetish practices.

    According to the university, the student also confessed to drug peddling, borrowing N500,000 from a loan app to fund gambling, and impersonating another student to open a bank account. He reportedly sold his phone without permission and lied to the buyer about receiving parental consent.

    Contrary to the mother’s social media claim that her son was rescued by secondary school friends, the university stated that it was the mother of a friend he was staying with in Lagos who reported his presence after becoming aware of the online uproar.

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    After investigations, Babcock University concluded that Siwajuola had committed multiple infractions, including unauthorised campus exit, use of fetish materials, drug peddling, impersonation, dishonesty, and unauthorised sale of personal property. In line with university policy and global best practices, the student was dismissed immediately.

    “While we recognise the emotional weight of this decision, especially for the family involved, our foremost responsibility remains the safety and moral integrity of all students entrusted to our care,” Suleiman stated.

    The institution also addressed what it described as “sensational and baseless accusations” made by Siwajuola’s mother, noting:

    “These claims were not only false but also misleading. However, given the responsible conduct shown by the student’s father, the university will not pursue a libel case at this time.”

  • Day Olanipekun enriched Babcock University

    Day Olanipekun enriched Babcock University

    • By Sunday Saanu

    When in July, 2024, Babcock University, a private university located in Ilisan Remo, Ogun state decided to confer an honourary degree of Doctor of Law and Administration on one-time President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Chief Wole Olanipekun, SAN, the management of the institution probably did not know that the decision would eternally enrich the institution as it has done. Shorty after the ceremony, Chief Olanipekun who has become an amazing phenomenon in Nigeria’s firmament, by assisting various universities and institutions with infrastructure, had according to him, “dropped a token”, which he instructed should be used to buy books for the law library of the university.

    However, what this great man of means described as a token was marvelous in the eyes of the university management, therefore pleaded with this legendary philanthropist  to let them use the donation to build the auditorium for the use of the students.  Chief Olanipekun disclosed that he had wondered how the university would be able to achieve this lofty dream, given the size of his token gift. But the university, in a deft resource husbandry, under the leadership of Prof. Ademola Tayo, creatively deployed available funds and built a 250 seater lecture theatre called Wole Olanipekun Law Auditorium (WOLA), befitting the taste and standard of the legal icon.

    Impressed by the ingenious mindset of the university, Chief Olanipekun graciously agreed to refund the total cost of the architectural masterpiece to the university, praising the management for its prudent and judicious fund utilization as well as its resourcefulness. The WOLA was thereafter commissioned at a colourful ceremony attended by dignitaries, including Akarigbo of Remoland, His Majesty, Oba Babatunde Adewale Ajayi; the Orogun of Okenla, Oba Dokun Abolarin; the Olofin of Ilisan, Oba Michael Sonuga; Oba Sikiru Adeyega; Archbishop Olusina Fape, the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice in Ogun State, Oluwasina Ogungbade, SAN; and Prof Roland Otaru, SAN among others.

    A university system rests on three pillars to succeed: the faculty, the facility and the finance. There’s no gainsaying that the major problems confronting the university system, particularly in Nigeria are the issues of facilities and finance which have caused incalculable damage to the system with attendant countless industrial face off between the workers and the government particularly in federal and state owned-universities. Chief Olanipekun, whose physical frame disguises the giant strides he has recorded in his public life seems to have decided to take the two pillars of facility and finance upon himself as he keeps donating infrastructure to various universities.

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    Recall that when he was the Pro Chancellor and Chairman of Council at the University of Ibadan (UI), he donated a lecture theatre at Ajibode, UI second phase in a strategic way to open up the fast-developing vast land. Shortly after serving out his tenure in UI, the Anglican Church, the owner of Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo pleaded with him to serve as Chairman of Council, the role he played with amazing grace and candour. He ended up building the Vice Chancellor’s lodge for the university where Godly intellectuals are being raised. Recently too, at Bamidele Olumiluwa University of Education, Science and Technology, Ikere Ekiti (BOUESTI) where he is the Chancellor, this highly respected and revered legal luminary built and donated a Senate Building, even as he promised to do more for the university.

    Chief Olanipekun ; in Nigeria today, is one of the very few of whom it can be truly said that their lives bring blessings to their generation. It hardly needs to be said that he is a Godsend to this generation with the way he goes about, like Jesus Christ, doing good. I am of the opinion that God in His grace, does endow a country with such a rare leader at intervals. This great man who carries greatness lightly with his infectious smiles, is indeed an angel in human flesh, a problem solver, and a burden carrier. This much was attested to by those who spoke at the Babcock University unveiling ceremony.

          University is the resource base of the nation. Whether it is federal, state or private, it is a place where sufficient resources must be channeled. Chief Olanipekun knows that almost all the universities in the country are hamstrung by infrastructure deficit, hence, his determination to keep assisting in his little way. Perhaps this was the reason he called on the wealthy to come down to the aid of these ailing institutions. Hear him, “I am not from Ilisan Remo in Ogun State before donating this for the university, but I am mindful of what the history will say about me. “So generally, as Nigerians,  all these attitudes of grabbing and stealing what we don’t even need or can’t even spend in our lifetime does not make sense, we must do away with all of these terrible attitudes.  People should learn that they will not be remembered for the depth of their wealth,  but for the impact left behind long after they had exited this world and should therefore prioritise supporting humanity above other world inanities”

    Nothing could be more profound than this assertion. University system should be restored to the age long tradition as a place for the untrammeled generation and contestation of ideas, free flow of thoughts, cradle and crucible for the vigorous commerce of the human mind and its restless traffic of imagination and intelligence. This is from where developmental ideas are generated. But it is collapsing! Chief Olanipekun has made a sacrifice. It is a sacrifice that speaks volumes about his selflessness. Can we have more people like him? We need more Olanipekuns to change the narrative. Other well-to-do individuals should emulate him. Here is a humble man who stands out among the outstanding with his uncommon kindness.

     His humility and philanthropic humanism are almost unparalleled in this part of this world where obscene display of wealth and class haughtiness is the crass second nature of moneybags. Here is a man whose strength of character is a beacon of hope and inspiration to everyone around him. Chief Olanipekun is enormously gifted in empathy and sympathy. He deserves public appreciation for his altruism.

    Back to Babcock, the VC disclosed that the School of Law and Security Studies which started from a humble beginning of 25 students in 2003 now has about 500 students across all levels, while the products of the school have continued to excel both at home and abroad. Good report. More of that. However, other dignitaries on the occasion were  Chief Olanipekun’s wife, Princess Erelu Omolara Olanipekun, the Dean of the School of Law and Security Studies, Prof Dorcas Odunaike, as well as academic and administrative leaders (past and present) such as Prof Isaac Oluwole Agbede; Prof Pius Deji Olanrewaju; Prof Bankole Sodipo, SAN; Prof Zac Olomojobi; Prof  Philemon Amanze; Prof Olugbenga Idowu; Prof  Ilesanmi; Prof  Efe Ehioga; Dr Sunday Audu and the School’s Bursar, Dr Folorunsho Akande, among others.

    • Saanu (08034073427) is with the University of Ibadan
  • Babcock University hosts lecture on youth development, others

    Babcock University hosts lecture on youth development, others

    • By Tunde Adeniyi

    Youths and  graduates have been urged  to continuously upgrade their skills to remain relevant and thrive in a rapidly changing world.

    The Ogun State Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, Hon. Bolu Owotomo, made this call during the 3rd Personality Lecture Series at Babcock University, Ilisan Remo, Ogun State.

    The event with  the theme:  Becoming Relevant in the World of Work: Optimising the Future, emphasised the importance of skill development and adaptability.

    A model that is transforming learning across the world.

    “Individuals must continually update their skills and knowledge to remain relevant and embrace opportunities,” he said.

    He highlighted the need for agility and responsiveness to technological advancements, stressing that innovation is constantly reshaping industries. According to him, technology facilitates global connectivity, enabling remote work and cross-border collaboration.

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    Outlining strategies for staying relevant, he emphasised creativity and innovation, effective communication and collaboration, as well as digital literacy and technical skills. These, he noted, are crucial for generating new ideas, products, and services that add value and enhance productivity.

    The commissioner encouraged youths to enrol in online courses, apply for global internships, and collaborate with peers to launch ventures that address local challenges. He added that seeking new experiences, attending conferences, and participating in training programmes would help them stay updated on emerging industry trends.

    The President and Vice-Chancellor of Babcock University, Prof. Ademola Tayo, also urged youths to be diligent and focused, stating that “the reward for hard work is more work.”

  • Babcock Pharmacy School to solve health problems

    Babcock Pharmacy School to solve health problems

    President/Vice Chancellor of Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo,Ogun State, Prof. Ademola Tayo, has said the Kessington Adebukunola Adebutu School of Pharmacy project will boost research aimed at solving various health problems in society.

    He spoke at the  ground-breaking ceremony for the Kessington Adebukunola Adebutu School of Pharmacy on campus.

    Tayo said the event marks a significant milestone in Nigeria’s health sector, given the prevalence of fake drugs in the market.

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    “Also, we hope that this project will boost research aimed at solving various health problems in society,” he said. He emphasised the importance of maintaining high standards in the project’s execution; a six-floor, three-block building. The donor-sponsored project, gifted by Nigerian philanthropist Chief Kessington Adebutu, in memory of his late wife, Mrs Rosemary Adebutu, is expected to be completed  October this year.  Associate Vice President, Works and Physical Planning, Prof. Ezekiel Adeniran noted that the project was designed with integrity in mind and that the team would not compromise on quality. The Chief Executive Officer of CadTech, Jide Idowu, also pledged to deliver the project on time and to the required standards.

    This initiative aligns with Babcock University’s mission to provide high-quality education and training in healthcare, ultimately contributing to the improvement of Nigeria’s health sector.

  • Babcock VC seeks extension of electricity subsidy to private varsities

    Babcock VC seeks extension of electricity subsidy to private varsities

    The Vice Chancellor of Babcock University, Ilisan Remo, Ogun State, Prof. Ademola Tayo, has urged the Federal Government to extend electricity subsidies to private universities, lamenting that despite investing in solar-powered streetlights across the campus, the institution still spends between N250 million and N300 million monthly on electricity.

    He spoke  during the university’s annual end-of-the-year gathering for journalists on campus.

    Tayo dismissed claims that private universities indiscriminately award First Class honours to graduates without merit.

    He emphasised that any graduate with a First Class degree from Babcock University had earned it through hard work and dedication.

    He said:  “God has been so good to Babcock University. We are eagerly awaiting this year’s Law School results.

    “However, of the 100 students we sent to the Law School last year, 22 graduated with First Class honours. Some even left the university with Second Class Upper degrees but achieved First Class at the Law School.

    “This is proof that the public perception of private universities handing out first-class degrees is not true for Babcock University.

    “I know of many Babcock graduates at Oxford, Cambridge, Yale, and Harvard universities excelling with distinctions. Last year, about 12 of our alumni were in one LLM class at a university in Canada. The list of their achievements is endless, and we are determined to maintain these standards, by God’s grace.”

    The VC  stressed the university’s commitment to appreciating the contributions of journalists to society, noting  that their advocacy has positively influenced policies.

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    “During the debate on whether the minimum age for university admission should be 16 or 18, journalists played a crucial role with various reports and editorials, which eventually led to the government reversing its decision.

    “On the issue of staggering electricity bills paid by higher institutions, you were at the forefront of the discourse, pushing the government to provide relief. Similarly, you have been vocal about the Federal Government’s tax reform policies, which impact all sectors. Your efforts are shaping society for good, and we commend you for your dedication to national progress,” he said.

    On  the university’s achievements over the past decade, he highlighted milestones such as the establishment of a cutting-edge entrepreneurship training centre in Ekiti State, the Babcock Business School in Lagos, and the launch of the Centre for Open Distance Learning, among others.