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MOUNTAIN TOP UNIVERSITY (MTU)

A monthly publication of the Information and Protocol Unit Vol. 2 No. 9

informationunit@mtu.edu.ng

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DR (MRS) SHADE OLUKOYA VISITS MTU, COMMISSIONS

PROJECTS

I t was a memorable event when the wife of the

Visitor to the University, Dr (Mrs) Shade Olu-

koya visited MTU. Dr (Mrs) Olukoya, who

was on her second official visit to the Universi-

ty, was accompanied by the wives of three Assistant-

General Overseers of Mountain of Fire and Miracles

Ministries.

Upon arrival, Dr (Mrs) Olukoya was received by the

Vice-Chancellor, Prof. E. A. Ayolabi, and other Prin-

cipal Officers of the University, after which there was

an interactive session in the Vice-Chancellor’s office.

The Vice-Chancellor who was glad to receive the

guests gave an account of the giant strides the Univer-

sity has taken. In his address, he mentioned to the de-

light of all, that MTU came second in the first NUC

OER ranking of all Nigerian Universities. He also

mentioned the completion of the new female hostel,

which he said the University community would be de-

lighted to have her commission.

In her response, Dr (Mrs) Olukoya said that God has

designed MTU for great achievements. In her words

‘MTU has small feet but takes giant steps’. She also

prayed that many more significant achievements

would be recorded by the University in due time.

Dr (Mrs) Shade Olukoya and the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. E. A. Ayolabi with a cross section of MTU staff

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At the end of the brief session, the visiting team went

on a tour of the University. The highlight of the visit

was the commissioning of various projects in the Uni-

versity by Dr (Mrs) Shade Olukoya. Among the pro-

jects commissioned were: The Central Laboratory,

Biochemistry Laboratory, Computer Science Labora-

tory, Conference Room, all in the College of Basic

and Applied Sciences and the Ultra-modern Female

Hostel known as Elizabeth New Hall.

It would be recalled that the Elizabeth (New) Hall, in

a previous bulletin, was said to be a world-class hostel

facility and arguably the best around. The hostel fea-

tures a basement, lawn tennis and table tennis courts,

laundry rooms on each floor, a courtyard for relaxa-

tion, reading spaces, large reception rooms for guests,

common room on each floor, 24 hours video surveil-

lance, electric fence among others.

Staff Development: Academic Staff Sponsored by MTU For Conference/

Workshop

Name Amount Conference/Workshop Date

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Dr Oladele Akinyomi N30,000 11th International Conference on

Advance in Science Management

and Art, University of Benin

13th—24th April, 2016

Mrs Opeyemi Ayodele N70,000 6th International Biotech Confer-

ence, Exhibition and Workshop

(IBCE & W)

16th—17th June, 2016

Prof. Kehinde Eniola N200,000 11th International Conference on

Advance in Science Management

and Art, University of Benin

14th—24th June, 2016

Dr (Mrs) Mariam Anana N43,000 English Language Teachers Asso-

ciation of Nigeria Conference,

Port-Harcourt

28th August—1st Septem-

ber, 2016

Miss Grace Olofingbaika N28,000 37th Annual Conference of the

Nigerian Association for the

Study of Religions, University of

Benin

19th—20th September,

2016

Dr Eniola Sokefun N50,000 Institute of Peace and Strategic

Studies (IPSS)

11th—13th October, 2016

Dr Adesina Adeiga N172,000 Fund Raising Workshop, Centre

of Management Development,

Lagos

17th—20th October, 2016

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MTU HOLDS THIRD MATRICULATION CEREMONY

M ountain Top University

recently held its Third Ma-

triculation Ceremony.

The Ceremony, which was

flavoured with a Matriculation Lecture

themed: “Attitude and Success in Leader-

ship: The Nigerian Experience”, was deliv-

ered by Hon. (Dr) Emmanuel Bello, a mem-

ber of the Federal House of Representatives.

In his speech, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. E.

A. Ayolabi appreciated all guests present. He

specially thanked the Guest Lecturer for hon-

oring the occasion with his distinguished

presence. He further remarked that MTU is

on a divine mission. In his words “Mountain

Top University is established by divine ordi-

nance. It is an institution of higher learning

dedicated to the all round development of

man. We are on a mission to be the best Uni-

versity not only in Nigeria but the world at

large”.

While delivering his lecture, the Guest Lec-

turer, Hon. (Dr) Emmanuel Bello stated that

bad leadership had been the bane behind Ni-

geria’s crises since the country attained inde-

pendence. He further said that Nigeria, at this

time of her corporate existence, is in need of

morally sound and incorruptible leaders that would

pilot her affairs. In summary, Dr Bello noted that the

present crop of students in Mountain Top University

have the much needed potentials to steer Nigeria out

of trouble.

At the end of the lecture, a plaque of appreciation

was presented to the Guest Lecturer.

It would be recalled that a total of Two Hundred and

Forty-Six students were matriculated to pursue vari-

ous degree programmes in the University across its

two Colleges.

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The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. E. A. Ayolabi delivering his

matriculation speech

WORDS ON MARBLE

The end of a matter is better than its beginning, and patience is better than pride” (Ecclesiastics 7:8 NIV)

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MTU HOLDS FOURTH UNIVERSITY BI-MONTHLY

LECTURE

M ountain Top Uni-

versity recently

held its Fourth Bi-

Monthly Lecture.

The lecture with the

theme “The English Language in Nigeria in the

Present Age: Matters Arising” was delivered by

Prof. E. A. Adedun, a Professor of Sociolinguis-

tics and Applied English Linguistics and the Head

of the University’s Department of Languages.

The Bi-monthly Lecture, which was well attended

by members of the University community, was

remarkable. Prof. Adedun, during the course of

his lecture, brought to bear his wealth of experi-

ence. His lecture was delivered with grace to the

delight of all.

In his vote of thanks, the Chairman of the Univer-

sity's Ceremonies and Honors Committee, Prof. A.

I. Akinwande appreciated Prof. Adedun for deliv-

ering a well-researched lecture.

Prof. E. A. Adedun, delivering the bi-

monthly lecture

Prof. E. A Adedun (right) stands as his

citation is read

At the end of the lecture, Prof. Adedun was

greeted to a standing ovation by members of

staff and students.

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MEN OF VALOUR (MOV) LAYS THE FOUNDATION STONE OF MTU’s ULTRA-MODERN LIBRARY

H istory was made when Mountain Top

University in conjunction with the Men

of Valour (MOV) Group of the Moun-

tain of Fire and Miracles Ministries,

officially laid the foundation stone of the Ultra-modern

Library at the University’s Permanent Site at Makogi-

Oba, Ogun State.

The landmark event had in attendance the General Over-

seer of the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries, Dr

D. K. Olukoya, who was ably represented by the Assis-

tant General Overseer (Research and Training) Pastor

Abiodun Ladejola, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof E. A.

Ayolabi and his amiable wife, Dr (Mrs) Christianah

Ayolabi, Bursar and the University Librarian, Mr S. R.

Olagundoye and Dr (Mrs) H. O. J. Akinade respectively.

Also present were MOV’s Global Chairman, Pastor

Kayode Adesanya, Deputy Chairman, Pharm. Olusetire,

Assistant Secretary, Pastor Omomo, Evangelist Oshodi,

Pastor Olorunfemi Babatunde, Pastor Tayo

Adedini among others.

Pastor Ladejola, while delivering his opening

remarks, noted that the Library, upon comple-

tion, would rank among the best in the world. He

gave thanks to God for how far He has led the

University Management. Pastor Ladejola also

used the opportunity to call for constant prayers

for MTU.

The Vice-Chancellor on his part appreciated the

Men of Valour for their thoughtfulness and con-

tribution to the development of the University.

He prayed that their labour of love would be

remembered by God and man. The Vice-

Chancellor also called on more support for the

University, noting that there is still much to be

achieved.

Middle: The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. E. A. Ayolabi and the Representative of the General Overseer of MFM,

Pastor A. Ladejola in a group photograph

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Dr (Mrs) Idowu Atinuke N250,000 Engineering and Technology Inno-

vation for Global Food Security

Conference, South Africa

24th—28th October,

2016

Mr Rotimi Akinwale N34, 040 26th Colloquium of African Geolo-

gy (CAG) at the University of Iba-

dan

23rd—27th Nov. 2016

Dr Francis Ibadin, Dr Yemi

Akinyugha, Mr Samuel

Majekodunmi, Dr Osaremen

Irene, Mr Alex Attah, Mr

Pius Onichabor

N75,000

JUPEB Workshop, University of

Lagos

12th—13th December,

2016

Mrs Adeola Essien N135,600 Workshop on Funds Raising for

Development of Entrepreneurship

Centre in Nigeria, Kaduna State

University

11th—12th July, 2017

Mr Gboyega Adebami N50, 000 Workshop on the Molecular Biolo-

gy Hands-on-Training at the Nige-

rian Institute of Medical Research

7th—11th August,

2017

Miss Grace Olofingbaika N155,568 International Conference and

Workshop on Quality Assurance

in Higher Education, Ghana

13th—15th September,

2017

Dr Oladele Akinyomi N 340,900 International Conference/

Workshop on quality Assurance in

Higher Education, Ghana

18th—22nd Septem-

ber, 2017

Mr James Falana N50,000 Annual Info Security Conference

(AISC)

18th—21st October,

2017

Mr Sunday Adepoju N75,000 National Security Conference for

Tertiary Institution, Afe Babalola

University, Ado-Ekiti

29th November —1st

December, 2017

Dr (Mrs) Mariam Anana, Dr

C. I. Nwanguma, Dr O. F.

Irene, Dr P. O. Asekunowo,

Dr A. A. Akinyugha, Mr

Adeolu Taiwo, Dr Mathew

Adewole

N140,000 at

N20,000 Per Partici-

pant

JUPEB Workshop, University of

Lagos

3rd—6th January,

2018

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