The Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi has emerged as the youngest
chancellor in Nigeria with the appointment of the monarch as the
chancellor, University of Nigeria, Nsukka by President Mohammadu Buhari.
In
a statement issued by Yera Moses Olafare, the director of media, Ooni’s
palace, copies of which were obtained by newsmen in Ibadan Thursday,
President Mohammadu Buhari was commended for recognising Ooni’s efforts
to promote unity among Nigerians.
The statement said ” Ile Oodua is thankful to the people’s President Mohammadu Buhari of the
Federal
Republic of Nigeria for the appointment of Ooni, Oba Enitan Adeyeye
Ogunwusi, as the chancellor, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, UNN” ,
saying the development would further enable the monarch to build more
bridges of friendship especially across the Niger.
The statement
further noted that Oba Ogunwusi was ready to bring to bear, his
influence and connections to promote unity and harmonious working
relationships in the university.
The palace also admonished
Nigerians to promote only issues that can foster unity to ensure speedy
development rather than playing up their differences.
The
statements reads: “It is incontrovertible today that Ooni Ogunwusi is a
bridge builder and being the youngest chancellor appointed for the only
university bearing “Nigeria” is worth the celebration.
“His
appointment as chancellor, University Of Nigeria, Nsuka is considered as
a positive sign that can further enhance peaceful coexistence of our
dear nation as it was clearly stated in the letter of appointment
written
and signed by Honorable Minister of Education, Alhaji Adamu
Adamu on behalf of Mr President that Kabiyesi’ appointment is based on
his wealth of experience and his capacity to manage men and resources
which he has demonstrated in the administration of his Kingdom in the
last three months.”
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