The Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo on Thursday announced the restoration of N100 million monthly subvention to Edo State University, Iyamho, after it was abolished by the administration of his predecessor Godwin Obaseki.
Governor Okpebholo disclosed the development at the 6th convocation ceremony of the institution located at the country home of Adams Oshiomhole in Etsako West Local Government Area of the state.
The governor who was represented by Washington Osifo, Commissioner for Energy and Water Resources assured that government would increase the subvention in the future.
He congratulated the management of the institution for upholding the vision of the university.
He assured the institution of the state government’s commitment to ensure better education for the people of Edo State.
Earlier, the Acting Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dawood Egbefo said 570 students graduated across the institution’s various disciplines.
Egbefo gave the breakdown of the graduates to include 14 First-Class Honours, 145 Second-Class Honours (Upper Division), 190 Second-Class Honours (Lower Division), 35 Third-Class Honours, 140 Postgraduates, including 20 PhD recipients.
He said out of the graduates, 46 are Medical and Surgery graduates.
While congratulating the graduands, he urged them to carry forward the values of excellence, integrity, and innovation that Edo University Iyamho has instilled in them.
“This is not the end of your journey but the beginning of a new chapter filled with endless possibilities. Embrace challenges with confidence.
“Continue to learn and grow, and above all, remain committed to making a positive impact in the world.
“The future belongs to those who dare to dream, innovate, and work tirelessly to achieve their goals,” he said.
