(Dr. Taofeek Adekunle Abdul-Hameed, Rector, Federal Polytechnic, Ayede)
By Biola Lawal
Ayede (Oyo State) FLOWERBUDNEWS: The Rector of the Federal Polytechnic, Ayede (FEDPA), Dr. Taofeek Adekunle Abdul-Hameed, has affirmed the commitment of the Institution to the achievement of Pres. Bola Tinubu’s vision for national educational growth and buoyancy.
Dr. Abdul-Hameed gave the assurance while speaking during the presentation of academic books to the institution by Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) as part of the Federal Government ‘s efforts to boost learning and research in the nation’s polytechnics.
The FEDPA Rector particularly acknowledged Federal Government’s continuous investment in the educational sector under the leadership of Pres. Tinubu through the Federal Ministry of Education and TETFUND.
Dr. Abdul-Hameed described the recent distribution of academic books to polytechnics across the South-West as a transformative gesture that showed the government’s commitment to raising the standard of education in Nigeria.
The Rector acknowledged the strategic importance of the TETFund initiative, saying ; ”the support is not only a boost to institutional libraries, but also a powerful contribution to the academic development of both students and staff.”
”We are sincerely grateful to TETFund and the Hon. Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, for the vision and the will to support institutions like ours.
”These books will go a long way in enriching our academic resources and enhancing the quality of learning in our polytechnic,” he said.
The Rector also lauded the management of The Polytechnic, Ibadan, for their role in coordinating the distribution process.
Dr. Abdul-Hameed expressed deep gratitude to the Rector of The Polytechnic, Ibadan, Dr. Taiwo Abideen Lasisi, for extending the hand of academic fellowship to Federal Polytechnic Ayede and other sister institutions.
He described Dr. Lasisi as a leader committed to academic collaboration and national development.
The Rector also acknowledged individuals who played key roles in the successful implementation of the book project, such as Dr. Taiwo Olajide, the Director of Academic Planning at The Polytechnic, Ibadan, who was instrumental in championing the development and production of the academic publications.
Dr. AbdulHameed emphasised that Dr. Olajide’s dedication to educational excellence was evident in the quality and range of the materials distributed.
The Rector also appreciated the internal support provided by Dr. Samuel Ogunniyi, the Librarian of the Federal Polytechnic Ayede. He commended Dr. Ogunniyi for efficiently coordinating the receipt, documentation, and shelving of the books, ensuring that they are accessible and ready for immediate academic use.
The books received by Federal Polytechnic Ayede included key titles that cut across multiple disciplines, such as:
Digital Electronics (Simplified Approach); Fundamental Issues in Rural Development; Introduction to Public Administration; Nigerian Government Finance (As Introductory Text); Philosophy and Society as Introductory Text;
Understanding Citizenship Education in Nigeria; TPI Journal
Dr. Abdul-Hameed reaffirmed the Polytechnic’s readiness to make maximum use of the resources. He emphasized that the institution remained committed to the national vision for education as championed by President Bola Tinubu’s administration and the Federal Ministry of Education.
He assured all stakeholders that the books would be used to support research, teaching, and continuous academic growth.
FLOWERBUDNEWS learnt that each of the publications was delivered in multiple copies, reinforcing the institution’s drive toward improving academic resources.
The materials were displayed during the presentation event, symbolizing the beginning of a new chapter in the Polytechnic’s academic journey, an Official of the Polytechnic told FLOWERBUDNEWS. (FLOWERBUDNEWS)
