Ogun State Institute of Technology (OGITECH) Hosts Maiden Annual Academic Lecture to Advance Technological Growth
OGITECH, Igbesa, held its inaugural Annual Academic Lecture on Friday, November 22, 2024, at the Institute’s Multipurpose Hall, marking a significant milestone under the leadership of Rector Dr. Abiodun Babatunde Oluseye.
UBA CHIDINMA 
Ogun State Institute of Technology (OGITECH), Igbesa, held its inaugural Annual Academic Lecture on Friday, November 22, 2024, at the Institute’s Multipurpose Hall, marking a significant milestone under the leadership of Rector Dr. Abiodun Babatunde Oluseye.
Themed "Fostering Nigeria's Technological Advancement through a Virile Polytechnic System," the lecture aimed to drive innovation and align the polytechnic’s goals with Nigeria’s technological development.
In his opening remarks, Dr. Oluseye lauded the initiative as a vital platform for community sensitization and institutional growth, emphasizing its potential to enhance OGITECH’s contribution to the polytechnic sector.
Keynote Insights
The keynote speaker, Prof. Idris Bugaje, Executive Secretary of the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE), represented by Prof. Diya'uddeen Basheer Hasan, delivered an impactful lecture advocating for:
- Enhanced skills acquisition programs in polytechnics.
- Strengthened industry partnerships to bridge the academia-industry gap.
- Regular curriculum updates to meet global technological standards.
Prof. Diya'uddeen also highlighted the need for mentorship and hands-on training to prepare students for real-world challenges, underscoring the NBTE’s commitment to practical education.
Commendations and Attendance
Dignitaries, including Prof. Abayomi Arigbabu, Ogun State Commissioner for Education, represented by Mr. Bisiriyu AbdulAkeem, and OGITECH’s Governing Council Acting Chairman, Evangelist Joseph Kehinde Akinsoji, praised the event’s alignment with the Prince Dapo Abiodun-led administration’s vision for education reform.
The event also featured members of the Governing Council, top institutional officers, deans, and academic board members, reinforcing OGITECH’s dedication to driving impactful change in Nigeria’s technological education.
The well-received lecture sets the stage for future editions aimed at bolstering Nigeria’s polytechnic system and fostering innovation.
