Table of Contents
- Land Reclamation Plans
- Upgrade to Polytechnic Status
- Governor's Support for Development
- Value of Reclaimed Land
- Strengthening Security
- Management's Commitment
The Governing Council of the Osun State College of Health Technology, Ilesa, has announced plans to reclaim a portion of land that belongs to the institution but is currently occupied by another government agency.
This information was shared in a statement signed by the institution’s Public Relations Officer, Kingsley Omoyeni, and provided to journalists in Osogbo on Tuesday.
According to Omoyeni, the Governing Council has also decided to initiate the process of elevating the College from its current monotechnic status to that of a polytechnic.
He explained that this decision was part of the key resolutions made during a recent meeting of the Council held at the College premises.
The Chairman of the Governing Council, Abayomi Adegoke, while addressing Council members, emphasized that the development and transformation of the College is a top priority for Governor Ademola Adeleke’s administration.
Adegoke noted that the Governor is committed to maintaining the College’s status as the leading health training institution in the nation, encouraging all stakeholders to support the ongoing development efforts.
He stated, “We must all collaborate without delay to ensure the advancement of this esteemed institution. This is the mandate given to us by the Governor, and we must work diligently to achieve it as soon as possible.”
“It is our shared responsibility to ensure that the name and image of this College improve significantly. It is time for this College to be comparable with other campuses across the country in terms of infrastructure and aesthetics. I am confident that we can achieve this with determination and focus,” he added.
Adegoke further revealed that the Council has resolved to reclaim the section of land currently occupied by the Ministry of Water Resources, describing it as a vital asset for the institution.
“As agreed in the Council meeting, let us initiate all necessary actions to reclaim the land that rightfully belongs to our College, which the Ministry of Water Resources has occupied for many years,” he said.
“This land is strategically positioned and will undoubtedly provide significant economic benefits to the College once we utilize it. There are numerous opportunities we can explore on this land to enhance our Internally Generated Revenue,” he added.
The Chairman also urged for immediate measures to bolster the security framework within and around the College, highlighting the importance of protecting lives and property.
“It is time we appoint a Chief Security Officer for the College,” Adegoke stated.
In his remarks, the Provost of the institution, Dr. Lateef Olarewaju, assured the Governing Council of the management’s commitment to working diligently towards achieving the goals set by the Board.
What are the plans for the land currently occupied by another government agency?
The Governing Council plans to reclaim the land, which is considered a valuable asset for the institution.
Is the College planning to upgrade its status?
Yes, the Governing Council has resolved to initiate the process of upgrading the College from a monotechnic to a polytechnic status.
What measures are being taken to improve security at the College?
The Chairman has called for immediate steps to enhance the security architecture within and around the College, including the appointment of a Chief Security Officer.
