"My Administration Committed To Quality Education In Nigeria"- Tinubu

President Ahmed Bola Tinubu said his administration is committed to quality education in Nigeria- which  will be  of benefit to the youths especially. Tinubu stated this on Saturday at  Federal University of Petroleum Resources Effurun, Delta State. at the 4th Convocation of 2020/2021, 2022/2023,2023/2024 graduating sets.

He said, Federal University of Petroleum Resources Effurun as an oil and gas institution  is crucial to Nigeria's economic growth saying,  while the government is committed to the growth of the institution, it can not it alone  therefore needs the  assistance of other industries leaders to make it a  formidable one as this will  make it a global hub for energy education and innovation.


Tinubu who was represented by the Vice Chancellor,  Nigeria Maritime University, Okerenkoko, Engr Prof. Emmanuel Munakurogha said, since  institution is an energy research and innovation one,  should align with goal of  this administration  to drive the economic prosperity and create opportunities for all Nigerians  and by  partnering with government and industries, the university can be a key player in providing sustainable energy for the nation.  

Hle said:" As a government, we  are committed to supporting the growth of this University particularly in securing opportunity to help in  fulfilling its mandate and lead in energy sector". However  this is  a  shared responsibility as l called on industry leaders to partner with us in empowering Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun to become a global hub for energy education and innovation".


According to a Tinubu, the graduates would be equipped with skills needed for the evolving energy sector which will make them contribute their quota to Nigeria sustainable future.adding that, the  knowledge they have acquired over the years , they should be able to lead advancing energy research  and innovation and equip the next generation with expertise needed to manage the country energy future as indigenous companies take the lead in oil and gas sector.


Tinubu  affirms that   this administration is committed to ensuring that every Nigerian student has access to quality education and national youth employment and entrepreneurship programmes  and expanded scholarships which are aimed at equipping the youths with skills needed to shape future. He said, they  should not forget that  they are now graduates and therefore be able to  lead the transformation of the society hence, they should  use their knowledge to address global challenges as they are the engineers, scientists and innovators to develop sustainable energy which is  of benefit to the society.

While congratulating  the graduands for their ability to complete  their various  programmes,  he also expressed gratitude to  their parents who were able to help them  both  financially and morally that saw them through in the programme. 

On his part, the Pro- Chancellor and Chairman of the Govenornig Council,  Engr. Bello Gachi Issa said while the Governing Council has been placed for a relatively short period, it has advanced the course of the institution, this according to him, despite the numerous challenges the institution has. He said:" With  a clear mandate to drive this institution towards global recognition, we have made notable strides in enhancing administrative processes, improving infrastructure and boost staff moral"...

Engr Issa  expressed gratitude to President, Bola Tinubu, the  National Universities Commission and other stake holders for their contributions towards the development of the University.

In his address, the Vice Chancellor of Federal University of Petroleum Resources Effurun, Engr. Prof Akpofure Rim-Rukeh said this  Convocation is not only a celebration of the graduates but also to mark the conclusion of five- year tenure as the Vice Chancellor of the University. According to him, it has been a journey of growth and accomplishments. 

He said, this  4th Convocation Ceremony is meant to celebrate the achievement of the graduands who are deemed to be worthy in character and learning and therefore,.by the authority of the Senate, they would be  awarded diplomas, Postgraduates, Bachelors, Masters and Doctor of Philosophy Degrees  adding that,  some would be receiving prize awards for exceptional performances.

The Vice Chancellor said,  the school is graduating three thousand, three hundred and sixty nine( 3369) students, including two thousand, six hundred and eighty three(2683) undergraduates, and six hundred and eighty six( 686) Postgraduates, with fifty one(51) First-Class Honour just as he said six(6) individuals will receive honorary degrees for their outstanding contributions for the growth of the institution.

Prof Akpofure Rim-Rukeh said the institution has experienced tremendous  growth over the years as the institution which began with fifty(50) students in 2007 has over ten thousand(10,000) students across 24 academic programmes. His words:" We  have also built a strong academic tradition and expanded most of our facilities thereby increasing our admission quota to 2,117 in the just concluded admission exercise, while maintaining a stable academic calendar"

 According to him, despite  these developments of the University, there are still  challenges  of   poor funding as the institution needs infrastructural development, residential halls constraints, non- implementation of FUPRE Establishment  Act 2017 among others  and therefore called for assistance in this direction.

 While congratulating the graduands for successful completion of their programme, Engr Prof Akpofure Rim-Rukeh thanked the President, Bola Tinubu,.the Governor of Delta State, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, the Pro- Chancellor and members of the Governing Council, Alhaji Abdul Samad Rabiu and ASR Africa, Chevron Nigerià Limited, TETFUND and other donors 
 for their contributions in various ways for the development of the University. He also thanked the staff for their dedication and of course, the students for their passion and perseverance in the pursuit of knowledge and the parents of the students for support which saw this success in the school. The climax of the programme was the presentation of certificates to the graduands amidst cheers.