Biodun Esan, Ilorin
Kwara State Government has called on stakeholders in the education sector to submit memoranda for the establishment of Kwara State University of Education.
This is contained in a statement by Pastor Afolayan Babatunde, Secretary of the Committee on the Establishment of the University of Education on Monday in Ilorin.
Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq had on November 17, 2023, inaugurated Prof. Shuaibu Oba Abdulraheem-led committee to midwife the processes leading to the establishment of the institution.
“As part of the process, the government invites the general public, stakeholders, educational institutions, and interested groups to contribute their insights and recommendations through the submission of memoranda.
“This visionary initiative aims to enhance the quality of education and contribute to the development of human resources in the state,” the statement said.
It stated that the memoranda should address relevant issues related to the establishment of the University of Education.
The relevant issues, according to the statement are strategic location within the State that will ensure inclusivity, proposed academic programmes and faculties, infrastructure and facilities requirements, collaboration opportunities with existing institutions, and strategies for community engagement and development.
The committee advised that all memoranda should be submitted in writing and sent to the Council Chamber, KWASU Business School on Ajasse-Ipo Road, Ilorin, or Room 33, Ministry of Tertiary Education, State Secretariat, Ilorin.
“Electronic submissions can also be sent to: pic4kwsued@gmail.com.
“Deadline for the submission of memoranda is December 15, 2023,” the statement noted.
The committee encouraged active participation and engagement from all stakeholders to ensure that the university is established in a manner that best serves the educational needs of the communities.
