President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged institutions of higher learning to produce graduates that will play critical roles in nation-building.

Tinubu stated this, yesterday, at the second convocation ceremony of Admiralty University of Nigeria (ADUN), Ibusa, Delta State.

The President, whose address was read by a Director in the Federal Ministry of Education, Mrs. Stella Ugochukwu, said his administration was committed to the welfare of the teaching and non-teaching staff.

While commending ADUN for running an uninterrupted academic calendar, he said: “We will continue to pay attention to quality education of our youths.”

Delta State, Sheriff Oborevwori, who was represented by his Deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme, said institutions of higher learning should pay priority attention to human capital development, assuring that the state “will give priority attention to human capital development.’’

He said: “Yes, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is currently taking the centre stage across the globe, but the core essence of the continuous existence of Artificial Intelligence revolves round human capital, especially those exposed to technologically-centred learning.

“I must commend the management and staff of Admiralty University for addressing human capital development, which is one of the key thrusts of my administration. We understand the importance of education, not only in the lives of every individual, especially among the youth, but also in nation-building.

“Let me assure you that the seamless relationship between the state government and Admiralty University will continue to grow, I am particularly impressed by the modest progress this institution has made in the short span of its existence, especially in the telecommunication industry.’’ The governor also congratulated the graduating students and charged them to think outside the box and be worthy ambassadors of the institution.

He said: “I congratulate the graduating students for being able to come this far to attain the height, which is being celebrated today.
“I sincerely hope you are all ready for the challenges ahead, because Information and Communication Technology currently rules the world.
“You should be proud alumni of this growing and respected institution; please, go out there and do exploits so that by your fruits, this citadel of learning will remain acceptable and respected among the comity of universities both in Nigeria and overseas,” the governor said.

Vice Chancellor of the University, Prof. Paul Omaji, in an address, said, “in ADUN, integrity and respect for hard work is our guiding principles.”

He disclosed that graduates of the university were prepared to face the challenges of the society.