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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Professor Olu Aina on his 85th birthday, celebrating the renowned scholar’s contributions to technical and vocational education in Nigeria.
Aina, founding registrar of the National Business and Technical Education Board (NABTEB), has left an indelible mark on the nation’s education sector.
His legacy, rooted in skills-based education, has empowered Nigerian youths to drive innovation and creativity.
In a statement on Wednesday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President acknowledged Professor Aina’s pivotal role in establishing Ladoke Akintola University of Technology and Osun State University, where technical education continues to flourish.
Aina’s inspiring life story, from being the son of a carpenter to becoming a distinguished professor, exemplifies the transformative power of hands-on training.
Tinubu prayed for Aina’s continued longevity, seeking divine guidance to enable him to keep offering his invaluable wisdom for national development.
“President Bola Tinubu congratulates Professor Olu Aina, OFR, the founding registrar of the National Business and Technical Education Board (NABTEB), on his 85th birthday.
“President Tinubu joins family, friends and the academic community in celebrating the scholar, whose legacy is rooted in the transformative power of skills-based education, particularly technical and vocational training.
“The President acknowledges Professor Aina’s contribution in equipping Nigerian youths with the skills needed to contribute to the nation’s economy through innovation and creativity.
“He recognises the professor’s role in the establishment of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology and Osun State University, where technical education continues to thrive.
“The President believes that the life story of the son of the carpenter, who followed in his father’s craft and later became a professor, serves as an inspiration on the impact hands-on training can have on personal and societal growth.
“President Tinubu prays Almighty God to grant the former Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Council Igbinedion University, Okada and former Executive member, Independent Corrupt Practices & Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) longevity to continue offering his invaluable wisdom for national development,”the statement reads.