Oba Ewuare 11, Oba of Benin
By Kingsley Abavo, Benin
Two years after the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) has been without a Chancellor, HRM Oba Ewuare II, Oba of Benin Kingdom has been appointed the new Chancellor by the Federal Government of President Muhammadu Buhari.
NOÚN, the largest University in Nigeria; has over 120,000 students population cutting across the various distance teaching and learning Centres, nationwide.
The Vice Chancellor of the University, Prof. Olufemi Peters made this known when members of Management of the institution paid the Oba a courtesy visit on Friday, 19 May, 2023 in his Palace.
Addressing the Monarch, the Vice Chancellor gave insight into the Institution’s work force and assured that its fortunes would improve tremendously with the new feat.
“The reason why this University was established by the federal government is to bring University education to as many Nigerians wherever they are and whatever their circumstances or social hindrances may be.
“We are in every State of this Country, serving every area. We have over 120,000 students. It is the biggest University in Nigeria.”
Responding, His Royal Majesty, Ewuare II, Oba of Benin accepted the appointment and commended President Muhammadu Buhari for finding him worthy of the position.
The reverred Monarch promised to deplore his wealth of experience in the discharge of his duties and leverage on his experience during his Diplomatic sojourn towards improving teaching and learning in the University with the support of its Management team.
“When I was first informed about my appointment, I was very happy. We thank God almighty for this recognition of the work we have been doing in Benin Kingdom.
“We hope to bring our experience to bear in piloting the affair.
“I am most grateful to the Commander-in-Chief, President Muhammadu Buhari for deeming it fit to appoint me as Chancellor of National Open University of Nigeria.” The monarch said.
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