(…Security and Safety of Students, part of the conversation.)
The Global President of the Alumni Association today paid a courtesy visit to the Governor of Ekiti State and Visitor to the University, His Excellency, Biodun Oyebanji. The meeting provided an opportunity to discuss key developmental issues concerning the University and to strengthen collaboration between the Alumni Association and the Ekiti State Government.
During the visit, the Global President presented the Digital Transformation Action Plan for the University. The document was compiled by a Digital Transformation Consultant engaged by the Alumni Association as part of its commitment to advancing the institution’s modernization and global competitiveness. The Action Plan outlines strategic steps toward digitizing academic processes, improving administrative efficiency, and enhancing the overall learning and research environment.
Governor Biodun Oyebanji received the document with great appreciation and commended the leadership of the Alumni Association for their foresight and forward-thinking initiative. He described the effort as a significant contribution to the long-term development of the University. The Governor further pledged the State Government’s support for the phased and eventual full implementation of the Digital Transformation Action Plan, noting that such an initiative would help position the University to compete favourably within the global community of universities.
Security and safety of students also featured prominently in the discussions. The Governor reassured the Global President of his administration’s renewed commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of students within and around the University community. In this regard, he made an immediate commitment to ensure that the students’ hostel areas are adequately illuminated through the installation of solar-powered street lights. He also promised to strengthen and reinforce security around the University environment to further enhance safety for students and staff.
The Governor also reaffirmed the State Government’s continued support for the welfare of the University’s staff, recognizing that the well-being and motivation of staff members are critical to maintaining high academic standards and institutional growth.
In addition, Governor Biodun Oyebanji congratulated the Global President on the various strides and interventions of the Alumni Association toward the development of the University. He particularly commended the Association for its role and support in the successful hosting of the 30th Convocation Ceremony of the University.
The meeting concluded on a positive note, with the Global President expressing appreciation to the Governor for his continued support for the University and wishing him success in his re-election bid.
Overall, the visit further strengthened the partnership between the Alumni Association and the Ekiti State Government, while reaffirming their shared commitment to the development, security, and global competitiveness of the University.
