The Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) once again reaffirmed its commitment to innovation, digital learning, and creative collaboration with the successful hosting of EDUTECHMENT 2.0, the second edition of its Education, Technology and Entertainment initiative.
The event attracted a diverse mix of academics, students, alumni, industry experts, creatives, musicians, Nollywood actors, and traditional rulers, creating a unique convergence of intellect, culture, and creativity within the university space.
Speaking at the second edition of Edutechment, the Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), Prof. Abayomi Sunday Fasina, warmly welcomed all guests and participants to the event. He apologised for his late arrival and expressed gratitude to the organisers for sustaining the Edutechment initiative.
The Vice-Chancellor also acknowledged the honour earlier bestowed on him by the Faculties of Management Sciences and Engineering, describing it as deeply humbling.
He noted his personal connection with the event, mentioning that Yemi Shodimu was his classmate, and extended special appreciation to Prof. Olubukola Oyawoye for inviting Yemi Shodimu to the programme.
Highlighting his achievements during his tenure, Prof. Fasina disclosed that over 160 projects were completed under his administration.
He described the widely recognised “Blue Roof Legacy” as one of his signature initiatives, noting that all blue-roofed structures across Oye, Ikole, and Ayegbaju campuses are projects executed during his tenure.
Professor Fasina also revealed that 204 professors were promoted, while the number of faculties in the university increased from 10 to 18 since he came on board
According to him, FUOYE College of Medicine has also received full accreditation from the National Universities Commission (NUC). In addition, his administration established 23 directorates, stressing that all set agendas were fully accomplished.
He advised leaders to always ensure that set agendas are completed, expressing strong confidence in his successor, Prof. Joshua Olalekan Ogunwole, whom he described as a former Vice-Chancellor of BOWEN University and a colleague from the same academic department.
Fasina concluded by announcing plans to launch a 400-page book, which documents the lessons learned during the year of his administration.,
In her welcome address, The Convener of EDUTECHMENT 2.0, Professor Olubukola Oyawoye described the initiative as a visionary platform aimed at redefining learning and making education more engaging, relevant, and responsive to the realities of a fast-evolving digital world.
According to the Convener, the success recorded during EDUTECHMENT 1.0 provided the momentum for the expanded second edition, which was designed to deepen conversations around innovation, strengthen town-and-gown relationships, and foster partnerships that drive sustainable development.
The Director of Advancement Centre, Professor Olubukola Oyawoye also paid tribute to the Vice-Chancellor, Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Professor Abayomi Sunday Fasina, and the university management for their unwavering support, noting that strong leadership and institutional backing were central to the success of EDUTECHMENT 2.0.
Participants who spoke at the event commended FUOYE for creating a platform that not only celebrates excellence but also encourages collaboration across disciplines, generations, and sectors.
According to the students " With EDUTECHMENT 2.0, FUOYE has once again positioned itself as a citadel of excellence and relevance, leveraging education, technology, and entertainment as tools for transformation in Nigeria’s higher education landscape"
A major highlight of the event was the presentation of Awards of Excellence to distinguished personalities drawn from royalty, governance, education, security, media, and the creative industry, in recognition of their outstanding contributions to leadership, culture, education, and national development.
Those honoured included; His Royal Majesty, Oba David Awe Akingbade, the Apeju of Ilupeju-Ekiti, His Royal Majesty, Oba (Barr.) Adedoyin Abolarin Aroyinkeyin I, the Orangun of Oke-Ila ,His Royal Majesty, Oba Hon. Olumuyiwa Akinola Aguda, the Olu of Kajola-Isinkan
Others awardees included: Pastor (Dr.) Peter Ajayi of PETOA Educational Publishers; Asiwaju Dr. Adetunberu Oludotun, Director-General, Homeland Intelligence Agency, Ekiti State; and veteran Nollywood actors; Mr. Yemi Shodimu Mr. Ken Ola Ayeni; Mr. Taiwo Ibikunle; and Baba Alariya
Others were Alhaji Adebisi Taiwo (Taye Currency, Apesin 1); Dr. Mrs. Balikis Akinleye, Bursar, Adeleke University, Ede; Hon. Sunday Akere; Mrs. Mary Oso-Omotoso, Director-General, Bureau of Community Communications; DJ Michelle Abesin; Rt. Hon. Timothy Owoeye, former Speaker, Osun State House of Assembly; Prince Adebayo Adeleke (Banky), former Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Osun State; Rt. Hon. Olumide Adewale Egbedun, Speaker, Osun State House of Assembly; renowned Fuji music icon, Dr. (King) Saheed Osupa; notable Nollywood actors, Mrs. Bimpe Adedimeji, Mr. Lateef Adedimeji, Dr. Joke Muyiwa, and Mr. Segun Adefila; Hon. Dr. Anjorin Tope Victor, Mr. Babatunde Amose Olawale; and Barr. Adeleke Olaniyi Agboola, SAN
In addition, members of the university’s management were honoured, including the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Abayomi Sunday Fasina; Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration), Prof. Tajudeen Bolanle Opoola; Deputy Vice-Chancellor (SPRIL) and Vice-Chancellor-Designate, Prof. Joshua Olalekan Ogunwole; Registrar, Mr. Muftau Adesina Ibrahim; and Bursar, Dr. Mrs. Adebolanle Adekemisola Debo-Ajagunna
Speaking on behalf of the awardees, Oba of Oke Ila, Osun State, expressed his appreciation to the organisers of the event. He also commended the management of the institution for the remarkable development witnessed at the university. “FUOYE is making significant progress, and I want to applaud you for these laudable achievements,” he said.
The programme concluded with an exciting raffle draw, where over 80 students emerged as winners, receiving prizes including headphones, power banks, school bags, chargers, stereos, ear pods, cash rewards, and many more.
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