….. As College Confers Fellowship On Remi Tinubu, Abbas At Convocation
The Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu will deliver Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH), Lagos Convocation Lecture.
The Rector of the institution, Dr. Ibraheem Abdul made this known while addressing the media at the college 36th Pre-Convocation World Press Conference on Thursday, at its Council Chamber.
Dr. Abdul added that Mr. Sanwo-Olu, will speak on Developing Exportable Alternatives for Nigeria’s Economic Recovery of which he will bring his experience as the Governor of the most prosperous state in Nigeria to bear on the topic.
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He averred that valuable ideas generated from this lecture will serve as the contributions of the premier institution (YABATECH) to the economic diversification and recovery of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
He also disclosed that the Vice-President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Alhaji Kashim Shettima will chair the occasion on Tuesday, November 19, 2024.
Dr. Abdul added that the College at the Convocation Ceremony will confer the institution’s prestigious fellowship award on Senator Oluremi Tinubu, the first lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and Rt. Honourable Tajudeen Abbas, the Speaker, House of Representatives.
According to him, “we are privileged to honor two distinguished Nigerians with the prestigious fellowship award of Yaba College of Technology. These individuals have not only made remarkable contributions to Nigeria but have also inspired generations with their leadership and vision. Our fellowship awardees are: Her Excellency, Senator Oluremi Tinubu and His Excellency, Honourable Tajudeen Abass.
The Rector said that their achievements in public service reflect the values of dedication, integrity, and excellence that are needed to instill in the students and the college is proud to have them as part of the Yaba College of Technology family.
Speaking on the Convocation activities, he said that the College will flag off the 36th Convocation ceremonies with a special Jumat Service, which will be followed by Interdenominational Service on Sunday, at Yusuf Grillo Art Auditorium.
On the convocation highlights, the rector disclosed a total 8,139 students, who have demonstrated diligence and commitment to their studies will be graduating from Yaba College of Technology.
The Rector declared that 316 students are graduating with distinction, 2,381 students earned upper credit division while 3,939 will be graduating with lower credit.
“1,503) students will be receiving their diplomas with a pass grade,” he added.
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