Ooni of Ife named varsity chancellor

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February 19, 2016 2:16 PM

“His appointment as chancellor, University Of Nigeria, Nsuka is considered as a positive sign that can further enhance peaceful coexistence of our dear nation"

The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi meets with President Muhammadu Buhari on February 16, 2016

The Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi has been appointed as chancellor of University of Nigeria, Nsukka by President Mohammadu Buhari.

This makes Oba Adeyeye the youngest chancellor in Nigeria.

This appointment was confirmed in a statement issued by Yera Moses Olafare, the director of media, Ooni’s palace.

The statement said ”Ile Oodua is thankful to the people’s President Mohammadu Buhari of theFederal Republic of Nigeria for the appointment of Ooni, Oba Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi, as the chancellor, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, UNN,” saying the development would further enable the monarch to build more bridges of friendship especially across the Niger.

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It adds: “It is incontrovertible today that Ooni Ogunwusi is a bridge builder and being the youngest chancellor appointed for the only university bearing “Nigeria” is worth the celebration.

“His appointment as chancellor, University Of Nigeria, Nsuka is considered as a positive sign that can further enhance peaceful coexistence of our dear nation as it was clearly stated in the letter of appointment written and signed by Honorable Minister of Education, Alhaji Adamu Adamu on behalf of Mr President that Kabiyesi’ appointment is based on his wealth of experience and his capacity to manage men and resources which he has demonstrated in the administration of his Kingdom in the last three months.”

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