Jimoh Babalola University was honoured to receive the Olora of Ora, His Royal Majesty Oba Rilwan Aremu Yekini, on a historic visit that reaffirmed the strong bond between our institution and the Ora community.
During the visit, His Royal Majesty expressed his admiration for the vision, infrastructure, and progress of the university, while pledging his unwavering support for the institution’s growth and long-term success. He described the university as a source of pride not only for Ora but for generations of young people whose lives will be transformed through quality education.
The visit was further enriched by the presence of Prince Modibbo Sulu-Gambari, whose participation underscored the significance of the occasion and the growing recognition of Jimoh Babalola University among key stakeholders and leaders committed to educational advancement.
Speaking during the visit, the Founder and Chairman of the Board of Trustees, of Jimoh Babalola University, Alhaji Jimoh Kazeem Babalola, expressed profound appreciation to the monarch for the honour of the visit and his encouraging words. He described the visit as a significant endorsement of the university’s vision and a demonstration of the confidence the Ora community has in the institution’s mission to provide transformative education and contribute meaningfully to national development.
The Ag. Vice-Chancellor, Professor M. A. Ijaiya, highlighted the university’s journey from approval to operation, emphasizing the institution’s commitment to delivering quality education, fostering innovation, and producing graduates equipped to thrive in a rapidly changing world. He also shared the university’s aspirations for expansion and deeper engagement with communities, including plans that will further strengthen its connection with Ora and its people.
As a university founded on the belief that education remains the most sustainable pathway to societal transformation, we are inspired by the confidence reposed in us by traditional institutions and community leaders. The discussions held during the visit further strengthened our commitment to academic excellence, innovation, community development, and the pursuit of opportunities that will benefit future generations.
We appreciate His Royal Majesty for his invaluable support, inspiring words, and unwavering confidence in our vision. Together, we remain committed to building an institution that will stand as a beacon of excellence, opportunity, and impact for generations to come.