Yewaland Celebrates as Federal Polytechnic Ilaro Becomes Federal University of Technology
Yewaland Celebrates as Federal Polytechnic Ilaro Becomes Federal University of Technology
A major milestone has been achieved in Nigeria’s educational and regional development landscape as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has approved the upgrade of the Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro, to a full-fledged Federal University of Technology.
This historic transformation has drawn commendation from across Ogun State and beyond, with Hon. Adekunle Abdulkabir Akinlade—former Member of the House of Representatives and one-time gubernatorial and deputy gubernatorial candidate—describing it as “a new dawn for the Yewa education landscape.”
According to Hon. Akinlade, the upgrade is not only a significant boost to educational advancement in Yewaland and the wider Ogun West Senatorial District, but also a powerful demonstration of President Tinubu’s commitment to inclusive national development under the Renewed Hope Agenda.
“This is more than an institutional change; it is a transformation engine for our people. It opens doors to vast socio-economic benefits, including infrastructural growth, job creation, youth empowerment, increased commercial activities, and academic innovation,” Akinlade said in a statement.
He paid special tribute to Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola (Yayi), whom he credited as the driving force behind the realization of the upgrade. Akinlade praised Senator Adeola’s “relentless advocacy and visionary representation,” noting that his determination brought to fruition a long-standing aspiration of the Yewa people.
Akinlade also extended appreciation to the traditional leadership of Yewaland, especially the Olu of Ilaro and Paramount Ruler of Yewaland, Oba Kehinde Gbadewole Olugbenle. He lauded the monarch’s fatherly guidance and the support of other royal institutions in Ogun West as vital to the collective efforts that led to the federal government's approval.
“The presence of a university in any region catalyzes development,” Akinlade noted. “It drives innovation, fosters skills development, and creates platforms for academic-industry collaboration. For Yewaland, this signals the unlocking of a future full of promise.”
A proud son of Yewaland and long-time advocate for the region’s development, Akinlade emphasized that the success is a product of persistent advocacy, unity of purpose, and divine grace.
He concluded by congratulating the people of Ogun West, the Ogun State Government, and all Nigerians on the landmark achievement, expressing optimism that this marks the beginning of greater attainments for the region and the country at large.
Signed:
Akinleye Olu-Philips
Senior Media Consultant to Hon. Adekunle Abdulkabir Akinlade
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