New City varsity set for operations

The Founder of New City University, a proposed private university in Aiyetoro, Ogun State, Mr Akin Akingbesote, has assured of the institution’s readiness to deliver qualitative and affordable education.

Akingbesote, who expressed readiness for the take-off of the institution during the second visitation tour of the school by the National Universities Commission (NUC), noted that between June and now when NUC officials made the first visitation,there has been 80 per cent transformation.

He said though NUC requirements are demanding, meeting them is worthwhile to ensure quality.

“So, if we receive approval today, we are ready to commence operations. We aim to deliver quality education and conduct research to address societal needs.”

In his remarks, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the implementation committee for the proposed university, Prof. Ralph Akinfeleye, expressed optimism about gaining approval, highlighting the quality of both personnel and physical infrastructure already in place.

Akinfeleye, a retired Professor of Mass Communication at the University of Lagos (UNILAG), added that the committee was enthusiastic about the second NUC’s visit, meant to assess their preparedness.

“We believe we have met the expectations required of a proposed university. The institution will be a university of relevance, contributing significantly to the pedagogical standards of education in Nigeria. So, we await results from the commission and hope we pass and granted an operational license.”

A member of the Board of Trustees of the implementation committee, Prof. Yemi Akinseye-George, also expressed confidence that the proposed university would become a world-class institution.

Akinseye-George, a fellow of the Nigerian Institute of Advanced Legal Studies lauded Akinfeleye, for his commitment to the project and bringing the vision to fruition.
He also commended the promoter of the university for the substantial investment and his commitment to advancing university education in Nigeria.

According to him, studentsof theinstitution will not only gain knowledge, but also develop character and entrepreneurial skills, making them purpose-fit and globally competitive.

Leader of the NUC visitation team, Rasheed Mustapha, commended the university for the considerable improvements achieved over the past few months.
He commended the promoter and implementation committee members for the substantial work on issues raised during the commission’s initial visit, rating the improvement at over 70 percent.

“The school environment is now well-furnished, in short, we have transformed the entire campus in readiness for operation. We now have a solid and robust system in place,” Mustapha stated.