The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, will on Thursday deliver the Distinguished Personality Lecture at the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife.
Wike is expected to speak on the topic “Nigeria of Our Dreams,” at the event scheduled to hold at the Oduduwa Hall on the university campus.
According to a statement issued on Wednesday by the Senior Special Assistant to the FCT Minister on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, the invitation to deliver the lecture was conveyed in a letter dated April 14, 2025, and signed by the University’s Registrar and Secretary to Council, Mr. K. A. Bakare.
In his letter, Bakare noted the invitation was in light of Wike’s “distinguished career in good administration, governance, and infrastructural development”, adding that they believed the Minister’s presence would inspire a renewed sense of purpose in the university’s quest for excellence in governance.
The letter read, “This lecture is an esteemed platform through which the University engages accomplished leaders and eminent personalities whose contributions to public service and national development are widely acknowledged and deeply valued.
“It is against this backdrop that the Council and Management of our University unanimously resolved to invite Your Excellency, in recognition of your distinguished career in good administration, governance, and infrastructural development, as well as your unwavering commitment to the rule of law, and your impactful leadership across all sectors of our national life.
“You are at liberty to speak on ‘Nigeria of our Dreams’ or any other topic of your choice. We believe that your presence and insights will not only contribute to knowledge but will also inspire a renewed sense of purpose in our collective quest for excellence in university governance.”
