The Chairman of Ijumu Local Government Area, Alhaji Ibrahim Haruna, has congratulated Professor Gbenga Solomon Ibiteye on his well-deserved appointment as the new Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University Lokoja.
The Chairman described Professor Ibiteye as a revered academic whose commitment to academic excellence, research advancement, and institutional leadership has distinguished him over the years. He noted that the appointment is a testament to Professor Ibiteye’s integrity, intellectual depth, and proven capacity to provide purposeful leadership within the Nigerian university system.
Alhaji Haruna further highlighted Professor Ibiteye’s passion for education and human capital development, stressing that his dedication to grassroots development remains outstanding and exceptional to all who have had the privilege of working closely with him. He affectionately described the new Vice-Chancellor as a trusted and dependable ally whose contributions to community growth are both visible and impactful.
Expressing strong confidence in Professor Ibiteye’s ability to deliver excellently in his new role, the Chairman prayed for divine wisdom, strength, and guidance as he assumes the responsibility of steering the Federal University Lokoja to greater heights of academic excellence, innovation, and national relevance.