EKSPOLY Rector Congratulates Aribisala on Appointment as Pioneer VC of New Federal University in Ekiti

The Rector of Ekiti State Polytechnic (EKSPOLY), Dr. Sunday Osinkolu Ajeigbe, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Prof. James Olugbenga Aribisala on his appointment as the pioneer Vice-Chancellor of the newly established Federal University of Technology and Environmental Sciences, Ìyìn Ekiti.

Aribisala, a distinguished Professor of Civil Engineering at Ekiti State University (EKSU), was appointed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to lead the newly established institution. His appointment marks a major milestone in the advancement of higher education in Ekiti State, particularly in the fields of technology and environmental sciences.

In a statement issued by EKSPOLY’s Head of Protocol and Public Relations Unit, Martins Olowoyo, Dr. Ajeigbe praised Aribisala’s remarkable academic achievements and leadership capabilities. He expressed confidence in the professor’s ability to lay a strong foundation for academic excellence at the university.

"Prof. Aribisala’s appointment is well deserved. His vast experience in academia and administration will undoubtedly propel the Federal University of Technology and Environmental Sciences to great heights. I am confident that he will foster innovation and academic excellence in this new institution," Ajeigbe stated.

The EKSPOLY Rector also commended President Tinubu for his commitment to education, emphasizing that the establishment of the university aligns with Ekiti State’s long-standing reputation for academic excellence. He noted that the new institution would play a crucial role in Nigeria’s educational development and technological advancement.

Aribisala’s appointment has been met with widespread commendations, as stakeholders in the education sector anticipate transformative leadership that will position the Federal University of Technology and Environmental Sciences among Nigeria’s leading academic institutions.