Ile-Ife, Osun State — Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has been scheduled to deliver the highly regarded Distinguished Personality Lecture at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, on Thursday, June 6, 2025.
The event, themed “Nigeria of Our Dreams,” is set to take place at the iconic Oduduwa Hall on the university campus and will feature the FCT Minister as the keynote speaker.
A statement released on Wednesday by Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to the FCT Minister, confirmed Wike’s official invitation to the forum. The letter of invitation, dated April 14, 2025, was signed by K. A. Bakare, Registrar and Secretary to the University Council.
Describing the lecture as a platform for engaging visionary leaders and notable figures in public service, the university expressed unanimous approval by its management and council to invite Wike, citing his exemplary contributions to governance, infrastructure development, and adherence to the rule of law.
“In view of your impressive track record in administration and nation-building,” the invitation read, “the University considers you most fitting to speak on the topic ‘Nigeria of Our Dreams’ or a subject of your own choosing.”
OAU further noted that Wike’s participation is expected to enrich the academic discourse and inspire renewed commitment to excellence in both leadership and institutional governance.
By Enoch Odesola | June 4, 2025.
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