This is to inform the General populace that the formal commissioning of the newly constructed Olufemi Okenla Entrepreneur Centre was held Today Wednesday, 4th June, 2025, at the Main Campus, Ago-Iwoye, at 11:00 am.
The 150-seater Centre, generously donated by a distinguished alumnus and an accomplished legal practitioner, Otunba Olufemi Okenla, was equipped with state-of-the-art facilities that provided students with the resources necessary to transform their ideas into successful ventures.
The Honourable Minister of Education, Dr. Morufu Olatunji Alausa, Commissioned the landmark project, which was dedicated by the Senior Pastor of Kingsway International Christian Centre (KICC), Pastor Matthew Ashimolowo.
The event was also used to commemorate the 60th birthday celebration of the donor.In addition, the ceremony featured the Olufemi Okenla Foundation’s 1st Series of Colloquium, tagged “The Role of Tertiary Institutions in Promoting Entrepreneurship in Nigeria.
The Keynote Speaker was the Director-General of Onitsha Business School (OBS), Prof. Olusegun Dapo Sogbesan.It should be noted that the groundbreaking ceremony of the Entrepreneur Centre was held at the Main Campus, Ago-Iwoye, on Saturday, 6th April, 2024, to commemorate the 59th birthday of the donor, who expressed delight in giving back to the institution that nurtured him.
At the groundbreaking event, Otunba Olufemi Okenla promised to ensure the expeditious completion of the project within one year to mark his 60th birthday.
This remarkable facility will, no doubt, serve as a hub of innovation and inspiration, further solidifying Olabisi Onabanjo University’s commitment to excellence. Aside from attesting to Otunba Olufemi Okenla’s dedication to giving back to his Alma Mater, the Entrepreneur Centre was also intended to foster collaboration that would enhance the University’s academic and research endeavors.
The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Ayodeji Agboola, officially invited members of the University Community to turn out in large numbers to welcome the Minister of Education and other guests to the commissioning of the impressive project donated by a proud alumnus of the University.
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