The Odion of Emevor Kingdom, Isoko North Local Government Area, Delta State, His Royal Highness, Dr Johnholt Ologho, in a heart warning ceremony, officially handled over and commissioned the permanent site of the Emevor Study Centre of the National Open University (NOUN).
He also used the occasion to thank the Vice Chancellor of NOUN, Professor Peters Olufemi, and the entire principal officers of NOUN for their unwavering commitment to expanding access to higher education across Nigeria.
The Emevor royal father, in his speech, noted that the landmark event of the handover and commissioning of the permanent site of the center signified a new chapter in the educational journey of Emevor people in bringing enhanced learning opportunities and fostering academic excellence within the kingdom.
The royal Father noted that the presence of distinguished guests and the local populace underscored the profound impact of this initiative, as Emevor embarked on a path towards greater educational empowerment and development.
He lauded Professor Olufemi and the staff, noting that the establishment of the Study Centre would provide residents with an opportunity to pursue tertiary education without travelling a long distances.
The monarch also commended the laudable role played by former Governor Arthur lfeanyi Okowa and the current Governor, the Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori in constructing the Emevor-Orogun Road Phase 1, which leads to the Emevor Study Centre of the NOUN.
Professor Peters Olufemi, in his keynote Speech, expressed his appreciation for the warm reception and the enthusiastic support from the Emevor community. He highlighted NOUN’s mission to democratize education by making it accessible, flexible, and affordable for all Nigerians, regardless of their geographical location.
The academic don appreciated HRH Dr Johnholt Ologho, the Odion of Emevor Kingdom for rising up to the occasion by providing the permanent site of the center and thanked the Chairman of the occasion, Prof Akpotu Chris and Prof Godwin Sogolo for all the laudable hospitality by the Emevor community, a people well known for their hospitality.
The Chairman of Isoko North local government, Hon Prince Goodwin Ogorugba, ably represented by Hon, Dr Evelyn Aluta congratulated the good and hard working Emevor people for achieving the mile stone.
The Chairman of occasion, Prof Akpotu Chris, while addressing the audience asserted that Emevor represented light, because of interest in educating the people.
