ADEDOYIN; A ROLE MODEL, NOT A RITUALIST.

His Royal Eminence,Dr. R. A. Adedoyin

 Every great person in life always attracts  controversies especially when the Almighty God makes an individual to thrive on the same path where others walked and met disappointments. In this part of the world where only few people achieve successes and greatness by the dint of hard work and dogged determination it is not uncommon for detractors and envious element to ascribe other people’s success to diabolical or ungodly means forgetting that the Almighty God has already programmed every individual’s path from above.
Distinguished educationist, philanthropist and notable business mogul, His Royal Eminence,Dr. Ramon Adegoke Atobatele Adedoyin (Maye of Yorubaland)  is one of the very few people that climbed the ladder of success from the lowest step from a humble beginning having been single-handedly raised by his widowed mother, Alhaja B Adedoyin, having lost his father, Alhaji Adedoyin at a young age of seven.
Adedoyin today is an attestation to the fact that anyone can achieve greatness through discipline, dedication, hard work and dogged commitment to purposeful pursuits in life.
As a young boy, Ramon learnt the virtues of humility and respect for humanity in his early life at Maha-Had Islamic foundation, Ibadan in 1960. His formal education however started at Ansar-Islam Primary School in Ile-Ife (1961-1969). He attended Oduduwa College, Ile-Ife (1970-1974), and later, Muslim Grammar School, Odinjo, Ibadan (1975-1976).
Also he gained admission to the then University of Ife, now Obafemi Awolowo University Ile-Ife

(GREAT IFE) where he graduated in 1983 with an honours degree in Mathematics Education before acquiring his Masters and Doctorate Degrees in Mathematics and Education from All Saints University of America, New York, USA, Centurion University respectively. He has earned various honorary doctorate degrees from local and international Universities.
It was while he was an undergraduate at the Great Ife that fate set him on the path that was to take to the pinnacle of life as one his lecturers commissioned him to tutor his children on Mathematics which even till now is an albatross for most students.
He recorded so much success with the lecturer’s children that before long other lecturers brought their children and wards to him for tutoring. By the time Adedoyin left the University, his vision was clearly set before him. Unlike many of his mates who were chasing white collared jobs, he started a tutorial centre with the few candidates he had garnered as an undergraduate at his mother’s residence at Ajigbona area of Modakeke, Ile-Ife.
With assistance from his mother, the money he saved from the makeshift wood and bamboo shed tutorial centre at Ajigbona is what he used to acquire the land in Parakin, Ile-Ife where he established the popular Universal Tutorial College which was a household name in the 80s. The tutorial college of the 80s has produced Professors, Doctors and men and women who have made landmark achievements in the nation today.
The Universal College of Technology, Ile-Ife of the old day is what transformed to the Universal College of Technology, Ile-Ife following the promulgation of Decree 9 of 1993 by the Ibrahim Babangida’s administration.
Universal College which is the first private polytechnic to be approved by the federal government was to later change its name to The Polytechnic, Ife which in 1981moved from Parakin, Ile-Ife to the permanent site along Ife/Ibadan expressway.
As it is with all men of vision, Adedoyin did not rest on his oars, as he also applied and got approval to run Oduduwa University, Ipetumodu, Ife North Local Government which today ranks as one of the best private universities in the country today.
Also to his colossal tracks are chains of businesses both in Nigeria and abroad notably among which are: Our Saviors University of America, Delaware, USA; Unique Citizens (University) College, Accra, Ghana; Ray Power Guards Ltd, Lagos, Nigeria; Hilton Hotels, Ile-Ife and Lagos, Nigeria.Chief Adedoyin has made monumental contributions to the development of Ile- Ife community in particular and the society in general. He is a great philanthropist who has been giving scholarship and awards to outstanding students especially those from indigent background.
He has made appreciable donations to charity services; he has contributed a lot to the upliftment of hid community.
In recognition of his outstanding and tremendous contributions to community development and the Nigerian project, he was also honoured by the Ife Central Local Government through the naming of the popular NITEL road as Dr. Ramon Adedoyin Way.
The Ife Development Board also bestowed on him 'The Best Ife Son' Award during an Ife Day celebrations.
In a nation where people become millionaires overnight either through stealing money from government or other illegal and diabolical means, His Royal Eminence,(Dr.) Ramon Adegoke Atobatele Adedoyin does not even belief in african magic or juju is one of very few Nigerians whose story of success can be traced and spans a period of over 40years.
He is a devout Muslim who apart from going on pilgrimage to Mecca several times has also sponsored many others. Another uniqueness of his is that despite his strict religious background and beliefs, his only wife, (Mrs) Iyabo Oluwafunmilayo Adedoyin is a Prophetess and founder of Chapel of blessings evangelical ministries international.
Chief (Dr) Ramon Adegoke Adedoyin is a role model worthy of being emulated by many Nigerians.  He could also be described as one of the foremost educationists in Nigeria whose singular effort has contributed immensely in providing Nigerians especially the youths with solid education which is indispensable for social and economic empowerment.
As an educationalist, he is a great molder and builder of worthy characters thereby contributing tremendously to the transformation of the society. He radiates the ideals of morality, decency, decorum, probity, accountability, hardworking and inspiration to management.
He is a man of creative ingenuity, great vision, managerial acumen, indefatigable spirit, irrepressible courage whose astute business initiatives have made him a success in every sphere of his life.

OUI VC Calls for Synergy among Universities

 

Prof Ogunwole and Prof Aribisala

 The Vice Chancellor,  Oduduwa University, Ipetumodu, Prof Benjamin Segun Aribisala has emphasised the need for synergy among universities especially in the area of research and teaching in order to find solution to the common problem the entire world is facing today.

 Prof Aribisala stated this during a courtesy call on the Vice Chancellor, Bowen University, Iwo, Prof Joshua Olalekan last week as part of his visit of universities in Osun State.

 He declared the readiness of Oduduwa University, Ipetumodu to collaborate with Bowen University, Iwo in all areas as may be mutually beneficial to both institutions in particular and the Nigerian educational system in general.

The Vice Chancellor also addressed the students of the university during their midweek service held at the university chapel.

Quoting from Daniel 1:8, Prof Aribisala in reference to the message delivered by the University Chaplain titled: “Sustaining the Glory of God” noted that it takes conscious effort to sustain God’s glory. He charged the students to make conscious decision to live uprightly and abstain from all forms of sin and immorality.

He tasked the students to put God first in all they do, abstain from sins and immorality and be hard-working to be able to achieve successes in life and fulfill their destinies.

The Vice Chancellor, Bowen University, Iwo, Prof Joshua Olalekan Ogunwole who received Prof Aribisala and his entourage in company of the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Prof Oluwatosin Atobatele as well as other top officials of Bowen University described private universities as the future of the university system in Nigeria.

He also called for better cooperation and collaboration among Nigerian private universities and declared the university’s readiness to partner with Oduduwa University in areas of mutual benefit.

The Vice Chancellor,  Oduduwa University, Ipetumodu, Prof Benjamin Segun Aribisala was accompanied on his visit to Bowen University, Iwo by the Provost, College of Postgraduate Studies, Prof M.K.O Alimi and the Provost, Ramon Adedoyin College of Natural and Applied Sciences, Dr (Mrs) Evelyn Fatokun

From d left, DVC Bowen University, Prof Atobatele, VC, Prof Ogunwole, VC OUI, Prof Aribisala, Provost, Ramon Adedoyin Coll. of Nat nd App Sc, Dr Fatokun nd Provost Postgraduate Coll. Prof Alimi

Oduduwa University Students to resume January 18

 

Students of Oduduwa University, Ipetumodu-Ife North Local Government are to resume on Monday, 18^th of January 2021 for academic activities in continuation of the 2020/2021 session which commenced in November 2020.

A statement signed by the Registrar of the institution, Dr. (Mrs.) Adeline Adeyemi said this is in line with the federal government’s directive that all schools are free to resume on 18^th of January 2021.

The statement added that all precautionary measures to curb and prevent the spread of Covid-19 had been put in place by the University management.

Part of these measures is making sure that all staff, students and visitors adhere strictly to the Covid-19 safety procedures and protocols, among which are checking of temperature at the school’s entrance, constant washing of hands, using of face mask at all times as well as keeping and observing of social distance.

Therefore, each student is expected to come with at least 5 face masks, (strictly white or cream colour) and a minimum of one hand sanitizer which would be checked at the point of entry to the University premises on resumption.

According to the statement, the University Clinic had been upgraded and equipped with equipment and facilities to be able to cope in any case of emergency. This is aside from procuring a tunnel which automatically sanitizes and checks temperature at the school entrance, placement of hand-washing and sanitizing equipment at strategic places around the institution premises.

The statement also said the 2020/2021 first semester examination will still hold between 15^th and 27^th of February 2021 as earlier scheduled while the mid-semester examinations will take place between 25^th and 30^th of January 2021.

The statement added that payment of school fee is compulsory before the date of the mid-semester examinations.

 

 

MAYE DOLES OUT 100MILLION NAIRA SCHOLARSHIP

MAYE DOLES OUT 100MILLION NAIRA SCHOLARSHIP

His Royal Eminence, Dr Ramon  Adedoyin

The Maye of Yoruba land and Chancellor of Oduduwa University, His Royal Eminence, Dr Ramon Adegoke Atobatele Adedoyin in his characteristic philanthropic gesture has declared his intention to grant one hundred million naira scholarship to 50 applicants of Yoruba origin every year.

The business mogul and philanthropist, made the revelation last week in a chat with The Informant Newspaper.

According to him the scholarship which is at the rate of 2 million naira per candidate will cover tuition for the entire degree programme for successful candidates at Oduduwa University, Ipetumodu, Ife North Local Government for the course of their choice.

The Maye who said all sons and daughters of Yorubas are eligible for the scholarship called on all first class traditional rulers in Yoruba land to avail themselves the gesture by nominating their subjects for the opportunity.

Maye of Yoruba land

He noted that many frontline traditional rulers whose candidates are currently enjoying such scholarship include; the Ooni of Ife, the Alaafin of Oyo, the Oluwo of Iwo and the Apetu of Ipetumodu among others.

He disclosed that qualified indigent students of Yoruba extraction can also collect the scholarship forms from any of the organisations that belong to the Adedoyin conglomerate.

Oduduwa University currently runs 19 degree programmes spread across Ramon Adedoyin College of Natural and Applied Sciences (RACONAS), Ramon Adedoyin College of Engineering and Technology (RACOET), College of Management and Social Sciences and Oba Okunade Sijuwade College of Environmental Design and Management to which the successful candidates may be admitted.

 

Maye Eulogises Gov Oyetola, Bishop Oyedepo at 66

Maye with Governor Oyetola

 The Maye of Yoruba land and Chancellor of Oduduwa University, Ipetumodu, Ife North Local Government, His Royal Eminence, Dr AbdulRahman Adegoke Atobatele Adedoyin described Osun State Governor, Isiaka Adegboyega Oyetola as a rare technocrat who has impacted positively on the state in less than two years of his assumption of office.

In a congratulatory message to the Governor on the occasion of his 66^th birthday, Dr Adedoyin described the various achievements of his administration as unsurpassed in the history of the state despite the meager resources at the his disposal.

He noted that the Oyetola has brought his peaceful and calm personality to bear on the state, such that Osun is now regarded as one of the most peaceful states in Nigeria.

While wishing Governor Oyetola more fruitful years on earth as he became a year older 0n the 29^th of September, Adedoyin enjoined him to keep on with the works and continue to pursue programmes that make life more meaningful for the people of Osun State

Maye with Bishop Oyedepo

In the same vein the renowned educationist has congratulated the Presiding Bishop of the Living Faith Church Worldwide,(Winners’ Chapel) Dr David Oyedepo who also celebrated his 66th birthday on the 27th of September describing him as one of God’s greatest gifts to Nigeria.

He noted that Bishop Oyedepo is a man of God who has made great marks both in the religious and educational spheres in Nigeria, as the head of one of the largest Christian ministries in Nigeria and two world class universities among other exploits.

The renowned educationist thanked God for adding another year to the Bishop’s age and prayed that God will continue to strengthen him to do greater acts in His name.