By Ayotomiwa Mayomi
The newly inaugurated Vice Chancellor of Adekunle Ajasin University Akungba-Akoko, Professor Tomola Marshal Obamuyi, outlined his vision during his inauguration ceremony held at the university's multipurpose hall.
He summarized his vision in a framework he called “The AAUA First Strategy: A Vision for Sustainable Excellence”.
In his address, Professor Obamuyi elaborated on the components of his FIRST strategy, which stands for: F - Funding Opportunities; I - Infrastructural Development; R - Research and Academic Excellence; S - Service to Staff, Students, Partners, and the Community; and T - Technology Advancement.
He stressed the significance of his FIRST Strategy saying “I promise to establish robust capital campaign and endowment funds, with a target of twenty billion naira in five years”. He indicated plans to mobilize AAUA alumni for a monthly savings plan aimed at contributing to a three hundred million naira fund for research and innovation.
Additionally, Professor Obamuyi announced intentions to reposition AAUA Business School into a professional executive education hub offering certification programs. He also stated plans to construct a 3,000-seat auditorium to support the university's ambitions.
Professor Obamuyi further expressed a commitment to collaborate with staff, students, industry leaders, technology firms, and academic institutions to develop high-impact initiatives and memoranda of understanding.
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