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Tinubu eulogises JAMB registrar, Ishaq Oloyode, at 70

Mr Tiunbu said that developing nations, including Nigeria, were in dire need of more scholars such as Mr Oloyede.

• October 9, 2024
JAMB Registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede
Prof. Ishaq Oloyede [Photo Credit; Premium Times Nigeria]

President Bola Tinubu has paid a special tribute to Ishaq Oloyede, who turns 70 on October 10.

The President described Mr Oloyode, is the current registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board as an astute administrator, educator, author and scholar, in a tribute personally signed by him on Wednesday.

He said as the former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ilorin, Mr Oloyede’s invaluable contributions to the nation through academia and public-sector administration had significantly impacted the academic community.

“His impactful tenure at the University of Ilorin, during which he introduced landmark ideas and innovations that helped the institution attain enviable heights, is on record. Through patriotic dedication and commitment to his craft, Mr Oloyede imparted knowledge and character to thousands of students who underwent his teaching during his glorious and impactful academic career. Indeed, the bedrock of development lies in education. Developing nations, including Nigeria, are in dire need of more scholars such as Mr Oloyede,” said the President.

He added that the professor’s selfless sacrifices and innovative approaches to learning and leadership gave hope for a brighter future.

“Perhaps more remarkable is Mr Oloyede’s transformative leadership at JAMB. He pioneered and sustained a series of reforms and technological innovations that have made the admission process in Nigeria transparent and credible. In his eight years of stewardship at the board, thus far, Mr Oloyede has demonstrated an uncommon commitment to financial integrity and accountability in public service. He has also raised the bar in administration and management. I am proud of Mr Oloyede’s accomplishments,” Mr Tinubu noted.

He said the nation owed the professor of Islamic Jurisprudence a debt of gratitude for transforming JAMB, traditionally a non-revenue-generating government agency, into a consistent contributor to the national treasury through efficient financial management.

He added, “His contributions to JAMB are invaluable and greatly appreciated. On this occasion of his 70th birthday, I join members of the academic community, students, JAMB staff, and well-wishers in celebrating this scholar who, in words and deeds, has also done a lot to propagate the Islamic religion. I pray that Almighty Allah will continue to honour the distinguished professor with health, wisdom and strength to serve the nation for many more years.’’

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