Professor Wasiu O. Gabadeen, Director of Academic Planning at the University of Abuja, has praised the appointment of Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa as Nigeria’s new Minister of Education, describing it as a testament to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to transforming the nation’s educational landscape.
EKO HOT BLOG recalls that in President Tinubu’s strategic approach to strengthening key government sectors, Dr. Alausa was reassigned from the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare to the Ministry of Education.
Professor Gabadeen expressed optimism that Dr. Alausa’s expertise and innovative leadership would elevate Nigeria’s education system to international standards.
In a congratulatory message, he highlighted the potential impact of Dr. Alausa’s experience and called for the establishment of federal educational institutions in Epe, hoping that Dr. Alausa would expand upon his health sector achievements, particularly his instrumental role in upgrading Epe General Hospital to a Federal Medical Centre.
“Dr Maruf Tunji Alausa’s appointment as the Minister of Education appears to me as a demonstration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to revitalizing the education sector and positioning it on the path of global competitiveness,” Gabadeen remarked.
“His managerial skills and innovative ideas are key to driving the Nigerian educational system toward greatness. Dr. Alausa has all it takes to revamp and reform the system for quality and productivity.”
He added, “At this crucial time, Epe division deserves the presence of at least one federal educational institution. It is my fervent wish that he replicates his success in the health sector by upgrading Epe General Hospital to a Federal Medical Centre.”
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Epe community in Lagos is abuzz with excitement following Dr. Alausa’s appointment as Minister of Education, viewing it as a beacon of hope for educational reform and a recognition of Dr. Alausa’s exemplary track record in public service.
Meanwhile, prominent Nigerians such as the Alara of Ilara, HRM Oba Olufolarin Olukayode Ogunsanwo; HRM Oba Barrister Saheed Owolabi Momson, the Abowa of Agbowa Ikosi; Dr. Nosiru Onibon, former Provost of Michael Otedola College of Primary Education; Rt. Hon. Adeyemi Ikuforiji, former Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly; Hon. Wale Raji, Representative for Epe Federal Constituency; Olayinka Oladunjoye, Hon. Princess Surah Olayemi Animashaun, Executive Chairman of Epe Local Government; among others, have since sent in their goodwill messages.
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