The Rufus Giwa Polytechnic community has extended warm congratulations to Prof. Igbekele Ajibefun, the former Rector of the institution who has recently been appointed by Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa as Commissioner for Education in Ondo State.
Mr. Olorunwa Adegun, the Acting Rector, Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo, who served under Prof. Ajibefun as a Head of Department, described the appointment as a testament to Prof. Ajibefun's proven dedication, academic excellence, and leadership in the education sector.
According to Adegun, "Prof. Ajibefun’s appointment is a recognition of his exceptional leadership and contributions to educational development.” He noted that Ajibefun’s vision for a modern, well-equipped institution led to significant infrastructural improvements, enhancing the overall teaching and learning experience during his tenure as the head of the Institution.
Furthermore, the Acting Rector said, Prof. Ajibefun's impressive track record, which includes his roles as the former Rector of Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo, and the former Vice-Chancellor of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko. “His contributions to educational policy and administration position him to inspire reforms, promote innovation, and foster a culture of academic excellence across all levels of education,” he said.
"We are confident and optimistic that Prof. Ajibefun will leverage his wealth of experience to transform the state's education landscape, aligning with the administration's development goals," Adegun added.
The Acting Rector expressed appreciation to Governor Aiyedatiwa for recognising Prof. Ajibefun’s exceptional leadership skills and expertise in education, and for appointing him to oversee educational institutions and policies in Ondo State. He wished Prof. Ajibefun success in his new role and pledged support for him as the new leader in Ondo State’s education sector as he works to advance educational development in Ondo State.
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Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo.
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