Joseph Makoju Foundation Begins Building 250-Seat Lecture Theatre at FULOKOJA
The late Engineer Joseph Makoju Memorial Foundation begins building a 250-seat Lecture Theatre at Federal University Lokoja, enhancing educational infrastructure and honoring philanthropic legacy.
Mary Nwaeze 
The late Engineer Joseph Makoju Memorial Foundation has commenced the construction of a 250-seating capacity Lecture Theatre at the Federal University Lokoja, Kogi State. The foundation, led by Mr. Enesi Makoju, marked the commencement with a groundbreaking ceremony at the university's Felele Main Campus, coinciding with the posthumous 76th birthday of Engineer Joseph Makoju.
Expressing gratitude, Mr. Enesi Makoju highlighted his father's commitment to education and national development, emphasizing that the project fulfills his parents' aspirations for enhancing educational opportunities in Nigeria, particularly in Kogi Central. The family, known for its philanthropy, praised the university's Vice Chancellor, Professor Olayemi Akinwumi, for facilitating the project's initiation.
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Mrs. Gladdys A.E. Makoju, matriarch of the family, underscored the significance of the university's support in realizing their educational vision. She announced plans to sponsor aspiring PhD students and institute awards for outstanding graduates in Engineering, Sciences, and Artificial Intelligence, aiming to inspire academic excellence among students.
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In his remarks, Vice Chancellor Professor Akinwumi commended the Makoju family's generosity, noting that the Lecture Theatre will significantly enhance the university's academic environment. He announced that the facility will be named in honor of Engineer Joseph Oyeyani Makoju, ensuring his legacy endures through generations of students.
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The donation, he emphasized, will bolster educational infrastructure, support large class sizes, and foster intellectual exchange and innovation. Professor Akinwumi called upon other well-meaning individuals and organizations to emulate the Makoju family's philanthropic spirit, aiming to elevate the university to global standards.
The ceremony concluded with optimism for the future, as the Federal University Lokoja prepares to integrate the new Lecture Theatre into its academic landscape, furthering its mission of educational excellence.
