By; NOSA ERNEST, Kaduna
President Bola Tinubu at the weekend declared the Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) has achieving a fundamental milestones in entrepreneurial advancement, playing a crucial role in Nigeria’s drive for job creation and economic empowerment.
He made the pronouncement at the 36th convocation ceremony of YABATECH and opined that the college’s drive in fostering entrepreneurial skills among its students has greatly improved the nation’s capacity for innovation and self-reliance.
Tinubu, who was represented by the Minister of State for Education, Suwaiba Ahmed, enjoined the graduating students to build on the strong foundation and leverage the acquired skills for professional growth and societal impact.
In a statement issued by the institution’s Director of Communication, Adekunle Adams, Tinubu charged the graduants that they are equipped not only to succeed but to be ahead and inspire, making impactful contributions across various domains, including science, technology, commerce, environmental design, arts, agriculture and entrepreneurship.
“As you move forward into the next chapter of your lives, remember that learning is a lifelong journey. Continue to seek out new knowledge, embrace the challenges ahead, and strive for excellence in every endeavour. The world is full of opportunities, and you are well-prepared to explore and seize them. Let the education you have received here serve as a beacon, guiding you to make a positive impact,” he said.
Afterwards, fellowship awards of the college were conferred on the wife of the president, Senator Oluremi Tinubu and the speaker of the Federal House of Representatives, Rt Hon . Tajudeen Abass for their immense contribution to national development and to ordinary Nigerians.
Senator Oluremi Tinubu, who was also represented by Dr Alawi King, in her acceptance speech, considered the award as a challenge that will continue to inspire her efforts to uplift others for the greater good and development of our nation.
Rector of the institution, Dr Ibraheem Abdul pronounced that the convocation was a testament of hard work, resilience and vision, and the graduating students are stepping out into a world that is rapidly changing. According to him, “it is a world driven by technology, innovation, and an insatiable hunger for progress and development.”
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