A prominent traditional ruler in Ondo State, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Prof. Sunday Adejimola Amuseghan, the Paramount Ruler of Kalasuwe and Apoi Land, has described the appointment of Prof. Tomola Obamuyi as “a round peg in a round hole.”The royal father described the newly appointed Vice-Chancellor as an experienced administrator, researcher, scholar, and community leader. He commended the members of the university’s Governing Council and Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa for making the right choice and urged the new Vice-Chancellor to uphold excellence, transparency, and discipline in the institution.
On her part, the Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology Akure (FUTA), Prof. Adenike Oladiji, said, “He is one of our top administrators and researchers at FUTA. Although we will miss him, he will be a great blessing to AAUA.”
Dr Mrs Oluwole of the department of finance, AAUA, also noted that Prof. Obamuyi once served in the department. She prayed that God would grant him wisdom, strength and divine guidance as he takes on the responsibility of the new assignment.
Meanwhile,Prof. Funsho Dare of Rural Extension and Linkage(RELP), AAUA based in ita-ogbolu, also congratulated Prof. Tomola Obamuyi as the Vice-Chancellor of Adekunle Ajasin University. He described the appointment a source of pride for the Akoko community and Ondo State at large.
Prof. Dare,further commended the University authority and Ondo State Government for selecting a seasoned academic, accomplished researcher and experienced administrator to lead the institution. He expressed confidence that Prof. Obamuyi’s wealth of experience and leadership qualities would contribute significantly to the continued growth and development of the university.
Furthermore, friends, associates, and well-wishers have continued to send congratulatory messages following the appointment of Prof. Tomola Obamuyi as the substantive Vice-Chancellor of Adekunle Ajasin University. The messages, which have poured in from within and outside the academic community, reflect widespread confidence in his leadership abilities and expectations for a new era of progress and excellence at the institution.
The appointment was approved by Dr Lucky Aiyedatiwa after Prof. Obamuyi emerged the leading candidate during the institution’s selection process. Supporters described the appointment as well-deserved, citing his academic excellence, administrative experience, and contributions to higher education.
Many stakeholders expressed confidence that Prof. Obamuyi’s leadership will usher in a new era of academic growth, innovation, and infrastructural development for the university. They prayed for wisdom, strength, and success as he prepares to steer the institution toward greater achievements
