Aiyedatiwa promises improvement in education, healthcare delivery

Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, at the weekend stressed his administration’s commitment to advancing education and healthcare delivery in the state.

While disclosing this during the 6th convocation ceremony of the University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED), Aiyedatiwa revealed tha N1 billion had been approved for the strategic investment in the institution’s future.

The governor, who performed the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of the Senate Building of the tertiary institution, emphasised that the infrastructure will stand as a symbol of our collective dedication to excellence in education and healthcare.

Aiyedatiwa, who hailed the university’s decade of remarkable achievements, said: “The quality of infrastructure and human resources in an institution such as UNIMED is of utmost importance. This Senate Building will stand as a symbol of our collective dedication to excellence in education and healthcare.

The governor highlighted his administration’s unwavering support for the institution, including the recent approval of N500 million as the first tranche for the Senate Building project and ₦250 million in counterpart funding for the Olu Akinkugbe Faculty of Pharmacy.

The ceremony also featured the conferment of honorary degrees on the Osemawe of Ondo Kingdom, Oba Victor Adesimbo Kiladejo; former Governor, Dr. Olusegun Mimiko; and Chief Isaac Akintade.

The Osemawe was also formally presented with the instrument of office as the university’s new chancellor during the event.

Addressing the graduates, Aiyedatiwa urged them to uphold the values of compassion, innovation, and lifelong learning as they embark on their careers.

Earlier, in his address, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Adesegun Fatusi, said the event was not merely about the conferment of degrees and awards but also a celebration of the university’s remarkable growth and development over the years.

He noted that the institution has continuously evolved, introducing a range of innovative programs aimed at addressing contemporary educational and professional needs.

“Among its achievements, the university has successfully produced three cohorts of medical doctors within the past decade, a testament to its commitment to academic excellence.”

The vice-chancellor also commended the governor for his financial commitments, which he said indicated the governor’s dedication to advancing the university’s infrastructure and overall success.