Oyetola calls for  overhaul  of the education sector

From  Fisayo Akinduro, Osogbo
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In a bid to rescue the country out of her present socio-economic predicaments, the overhauling of the education sector has been proposed.

 The Osun State Governor, Gboyega Oyetola made the proposal during the Osun State University (Uniosun’s) 8th Convocation Ceremony in Osogbo.

The governor, who is  the  visitor  to the institution while emphasizing on merit in the award of academic excellence and accolade, admonished ranks and files in the education sector on the need for them to pursue the lofty ideals of education that emphasise learning and character.

He challenged the university to join the comity of global universities in  adopting  best practices in its operations.

“Let us resolve that never again will our university be part of unnecessary disruptions that rob the nation’s universities in their competitive edge in the global arena.

“The university should find the resolve to continue to be and remain a centre of excellence. It has all it takes to be the best State University in Nigeria and use the achievement as a ladder to emerge the nation’s and Africa’s best.”

Oyetola said his government would continue to support and invest in education and use the sector as a template and bedrock to impact on the lives of the people and advance the economy of the state.

While congratulating the graduating students , the governor tasked them to pursue things that could help to effect change and bring about positive impacts on the nation’s economy.

“I congratulate the graduands here today for the successful completion of their programmes and graduation. They are young men and women who have been baked in the best tradition of Uniosun and whose lives and accomplishments hold great promise for the state, Nigeria, and the world.

“I also congratulate their parents and guardians for their huge investment in their children and wards and for donating them to the world.

“Distinguished graduating students, there is no gain-saying the fact that this is a great day for you as you have transited from the class of students to responsible persons who are ready to shape and transform the world.

“Your university has imbued you with analytical skills, competencies, knowledge, attitude and character during your years of study. The world is waiting for you to employ all these to contribute to humanity and improve the society,” the governor added.

He enjoined the graduands to be good ambassadors of the university and the state by displaying the highest level of character anywhere they find themselves.

1,814 graduates were awarded with various degrees during the convocation. 49 students bagged first class, while 670 students made second class upper and 892 graduated with second class lower. 194 made third class, while nine students were awarded with pass degree.