Davidson Ogbebor

Benin City-Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has commended the Provost of the Edo State College of Education, Igueben, Dr. Victoria Okojie, for revitalising the institution within five months of her appointment.

The governor gave the commendation on Wednesday while receiving the management team of the college during a courtesy visit to the Government House in Benin City.

Governor Okpebholo praised the Provost’s leadership and commitment to repositioning the institution, noting that significant progress had been recorded within a short period.

“First of all, let me thank you for your efforts in growing the school within five months of your appointment. At a time, I thought the institution was almost a write-off, but with your efforts, a lot has been achieved within a very short time,” the governor said.

He added that the administration had confidence in Dr. Okojie’s ability before her appointment, citing her professionalism and competence.

“Before we appointed you, we knew your capability, we knew who you are and your professionalism. I had no doubt that you would succeed. Some of the requests you have made are achievable, and I will also look at visiting the school personally to assess the situation and determine how the government can further support the institution,” he stated.

Earlier, the Provost, Dr. Victoria Okojie, expressed appreciation to the governor for increasing the institution’s monthly subvention from N19 million to N100 million.

She noted that the increased funding had significantly enhanced the college’s operations and enabled the management to focus on strengthening internal quality assurance systems, staff welfare, and students’ development.

Dr. Okojie appealed to the governor to provide shuttle buses for students to facilitate movement within and outside the campus for academic activities.

She also identified several critical areas requiring government intervention, including campus security, additional student accommodation, staff quarters, and the rehabilitation and expansion of the institution’s internal road network.

The Provost assured the governor of the college’s commitment to maintaining high academic standards and producing quality teachers for the state’s educational sector.

Signed:

Dr. Patrick Akhere Ebojele

Chief Press Secretary to Governor Monday Okpebholo