The Rector, Federal Polytechnic, Ayede, Ogbomoso, Dr Taofeeq Abdul-Hameed, has called for the support of all and sundry in positioning the institution as a cynosure in the world of global technical education providers.
Abdul-Hameed, who restated his commitment to making the citadel of learning an institution of the first choice of admission seekers stated this while addressing journalists at a programme organised by the Muslim Students Society of Nigeria (MSSN), Ogbomoso branch recently.
Speaking after the event which was held at Ogbomoso Central Mosque, Ojaagbo, he specifically called on both public and private organisations, groups, philanthropists among other stakeholders within Ogbomoso and beyond to be part of the institution’s journey to greatness by contributing to diverse areas of its needs as a new institution.
The rector noted that capital projects’ donations, among others, are welcome from individuals and organisations, adding, “It is a thing of joy that the Federal Government has established this great institution in our communities here.
“This institution will positively affect the economy of the communities here and even the state. Therefore, all hands should be on deck to make the institution a cynosure and zenith of academic excellence in the nearest future.
“May I tell organisations, groups, philanthropists and other stakeholders that the success of this new institution is a collective responsibility of all.
“We are, however, not taking those who have been contributing for granted. We want more because the success of Federal Polytechnic, Ayede is sacrosanct”, he said.
He enjoined the participants, especially the staff of the institution, at the event never to allow their religion to hinder their service delivery but rather to improve their dutifulness, fair dealing and justice in discharging their duties.
He emphasised that Muslims and Christians should be synonymous with industry, commitment and competence at work.
“For instance, Islam is not tolerant of indolence or laziness because one’s earnings must be justified before Allah will bless it and this is lawful”, the rector stressed.
