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Bose Adelakun
The University of Ibadan has decorated the Chief Executive Officer of First Bank Nigeria Limited, Dr. Adesola Adeduntan as one of the Ambassadors for its 75th Anniversary in acknowledgment of his outstanding achievements as an alumnus.
Speaking at a courtesy visit to FirstBank’s Head office in Lagos recently, the UI Vice Chancellor, Professor Kayode Adebowale said, “Dr. Adeduntan is one of the proud alumni of our great university. We have followed all the things he has been doing particularly in FirstBank and even before you know he became MD of FirstBank, he exudes the motto of the University of Ibadan, which is to think straight is the fount of knowledge. So, he carries both the knowledge and he carries the character.”
In his response, Adeduntan said: “This award holds immense significance for me. Graduating from a university, especially one as prestigious as the University of Ibadan, holds great value. This is actually the second time I have been honored, around two years ago, I was recognised as the most distinguished alumi.
“Considering this, the present recognition carries even more weight. Adding to its significance is the fact that another recipient is Professor Babagana Zulum, the current governor of Borno State, I’m in esteemed company.”
The Chairman of the UI@75 Anniversary Committee, Professor Peter Olapegba identified the thematic projects for which the University intends to raise funds.
He listed the projects as the shoring up of the University’s Endowment Fund; infrastructures development; alternative energy for the University; students’ scholarship funds; and staff development funds.
