By Rotimi Agboluaje, Ibadan

The Provost of the Oyo State College of Nursing Sciences, Eleyele, Ibadan, Dr. Gbonjubola Owolabi, has disclosed that the school will soon be awarding degrees.

Owolabi said arrangements to begin the programmes had been concluded.

The provost disclosed this during the donation of a 110-inch interactive electronic board and projector to the institution by the set X (1979-1982) this weekend.

Owolabi said the institution was already in the process of affiliating with the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, LAUTECH, to provide a veritable platform for students of the institution to pursue bachelor’s and master’s degrees, which will enable them to reach the pinnacle of their respective careers, right from the college.

Former students of the College, code-named Set X (1979-1982), donated a 110-inch interactive electronic board and a projector to the college as part of their reunion celebration, while the 1985 set of the college donated an industrial borehole to the college.

The industrial borehole was commissioned by a former Director of Nursing Services, Mrs. Arinola, while the 110-inch interactive electronic board and projector were commissioned by a former Permanent Secretary, the Ministry of Health, Mrs. Obasa.

Commending the alumni for the donation, the provost said: “The noble initiative of the old students will in no small measure contribute to educational development in the State. It is indeed encouraging, laudable, commendable, and appreciated.”

She said the college would not rest on its oars in providing quality education to future nurses, noting that the college will maintain its position as the premier nursing institution in Nigeria.

The Provost stated that the College has gotten approval to run faculties, adding that more programmes will be offered after full accreditation by the relevant Federal Government regulatory bodies and councils.

She added that the college was fully committed to theoretical and practical training and skills development.

While thanking the ex-students for the donations, the provost urged them not to relent in their efforts to give back to the college.

Earlier, the Chairman of the 1979-1982 set, Dr. Yemisi Bhadmus-Ladi said, “The School of Nursing, Eleyele renamed as College of Nursing Sciences, Eleyele was a stepping stone to their greatness.”

She thanked committed members of the set for their efforts in ensuring the completion of the projects.