President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated the former Vice Chancellor of Obafemi Awolowo University, Prof. Wale Omole, on his 80th birthday.
In a congratulatory message by his spokesman, Femi Adesina on Sunday in Abuja, Buhari acknowledged Omole’s historic roles in providing visionary leadership for the university and improving Nigeria’s educational system.
The president believed that Omole’s return to Nigeria, after years of extensive studies and research, culminating in a doctorate degree in Nutritional Biochemistry in 1973, demonstrated his love for the country and its citizens.
He, therefore, appreciated the academic for years of personal sacrifices, tenacity, and courage as Vice-Chancellor.
The president noted the worthy contributions of the scholar to the national discourse, especially in his position as Chairman of the Editorial Board of The Guardian newspapers for many years.
He saluted him for providing a worthy perspective based on exposure, network, and relevance in the dynamic global world.
Buhari extolled the former Vice Chancellor for his diligence and consistency in advocating for stronger educational institutions in the country, with the flexibility to meet the needs of students, while adjusting to global changes.
He lauded him for leaving a legacy at the Obafemi Awolowo University, where he started work as an Assistant lecturer and rose to lecturer and Professor of Animal Science in the early 80s.
The president joined family, friends, and professional associates in celebrating with Omole, praying that the almighty God would grant him longer life and good health.