YABATECH Rector Dr. Ibraheem Abdul Commended as a Technological Game Changer on First Anniversary
Yaba College of Technology (YabaTech) celebrated the first anniversary of Dr. Engr. Ibraheem Abdul's tenure as Rector with a public lecture and award ceremony. Dr. Abdul was praised by Chief Tunde Fanimokun and other speakers for his innovative leadership, which has significantly advanced the institution.
Chris Oyeoku Okafor 
Yaba College of Technology (YabaTech) marked a significant milestone as it celebrated the first anniversary of Dr. Engr. Ibraheem Abdul's tenure as Rector. The event, held at the college's multipurpose hall, featured a public lecture and an award ceremony, underscoring the remarkable innovations and leadership brought by Dr. Abdul.
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Chief Tunde Fanimokun, Chairman of the DSE Foundation and the lecture's chairman, lauded Dr. Abdul's contributions, describing him as a "technological game changer" whose innovative ideas have positioned YabaTech at the forefront of tertiary education in Nigeria. He praised Dr. Abdul for his humility and simplicity, qualities that have endeared him to the college community.
In his keynote address, Pa George Majekodunmi Okufi, the first indigenous Rector of YabaTech, commended Dr. Abdul's visionary leadership. He highlighted the tangible improvements seen at the college under Dr. Abdul's administration, urging the community to support the Rector's vision for elevating YabaTech to global standards.
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Elder Ayo Aroge, the Southwest Zonal Director of the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE), also praised Dr. Abdul for enhancing the college's standards. He noted the Rector's commitment to technical and vocational education and training (TVET), aligning with NBTE's mission to promote skills development across Nigeria.
The guest lecturer, Dr. Awoh Stella Mofunanya, Rector of Redeemers College of Technology and Management (RECTEM), delivered an insightful lecture on "Leadership and Service: The Need for Creativity, Innovation, and Excellence." She emphasized the importance of these elements in today's rapidly evolving world and commended Dr. Abdul's approach to incorporating them into his leadership style.
Dr. Abdul expressed profound gratitude for the support he has received during his tenure. He outlined his achievements over the past year, including significant infrastructural developments, academic advancements, and initiatives aimed at improving student and staff welfare. He assured the audience of his continued dedication to driving progress and excellence at YabaTech, signaling a future filled with promise and innovation.
The event also featured an award ceremony honoring past rectors who have significantly contributed to YabaTech's legacy of excellence. Award recipients included Pa G. M. Okufi, Dr. Philip Adegbile (posthumously), Chief (Mrs.) Felicia Abimbola Odugbesan (posthumously), Dr. Felix Owoso (posthumously), Dr. Margret Kudirat Ladipo, and Engr. Obafemi Omokungbe. The names of Mrs. Odugbesan and Dr. Owoso were immortalized on building structures within the college, ensuring their legacies endure.
The celebration highlighted the college's commitment to recognizing and preserving the contributions of those who have shaped its history and emphasized the ongoing efforts to maintain YabaTech's status as a leading institution in Nigeria.
