The Federal Government has appointed the Oba of Benin, Ewuare II as the chancellor of the National Open University of Nigeria, as the institution has been without a Chancellor for two years now.
Been the largest university in Nigeria with over 120,000 students, cutting across the various learning centres nationwide.
This was announced the Vice Chancellor of the university, Prof. Olufemi Peters, during the period the management staff of the institution paid a courtesy visit to the Oba on Friday in Benin City, Edo State, assuring that the fortunes of the university would improve tremendously.
He said, “It is heartwarming to announce that the Oba is the new vice chancellor of the Open University. We are sure that his tenure will usher in good development for the school.
“The reason why this university was established by the federal government is to bring tertiary education to as many Nigerians as possible, no matter where they are, whatever their circumstances or hindrances may be.
“We are in every state of the country, serving every area. We have over 120,000 students. It is the biggest university in the country.
Also His Royal Majesty, Ewuare II, Oba of Benin, in response accepted his appointment and commended President Muhammadu Buhari for his kind gesture in finding him worthy of the such position.
He also promised to bring his wealth of experience in discharging his duties while leveraging on his experience during his diplomatic sojourn towards improving teaching and learning in the University with the support of the management team.
He affairms, “It is heartwarming to announce that the Oba is the new vice chancellor of the Open University. We are sure that his tenure will usher in good development for the school.
“The reason why this university was established by the federal government is to bring tertiary education to as many Nigerians as possible, no matter where they are, whatever their circumstances or hindrances may be.
“We are in every state of the country, serving every area. We have over 120,000 students. It is the biggest university in the country.
“When I was first informed about my appointment, I was very happy.
We thank God almighty for this recognition of the work we are doing in Benin Kingdom. We hope to hope to bring our experience in piloting the affair of the institution.
“I am most grateful to the Commander-in-Chief, President Muhammadu Buhari for deeming it fit to appoint me as Vice Chancellor of the National Open University of Nigeria”.