The Vice-Chancellor of Osun State University, Professor Odunayo Clement Adebooye, has described the acceptance message of the institution’s newly appointed Chancellor, Victoria Adunola Samson, as a demonstration of visionary leadership, commitment and genuine passion for educational advancement.
Professor Adebooye said the university community was delighted by the Chancellor’s response to the congratulatory message earlier sent to her following her appointment by the Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Nurudeen Jackson Adeleke.
He described her emergence as Chancellor as “a round peg in a round hole,” highlighting her wealth of experience, philanthropic disposition, humility and commitment to human development as factors that make her eminently qualified for the position.
According to the Vice-Chancellor, “The response of our highly revered Chancellor clearly reflects her deep passion for education, excellence and humanity. Her words are inspiring and reassuring. We are convinced beyond doubt that she is a round peg in a round hole.She has demonstrated uncommon grace, competence and commitment in both business and humanitarian service over the years.
The entire university community is excited to work with a personality of her calibre as we continue to move the institution to greater heights,” he added.
Professor Adebooye also noted that the acceptance message reinforced the confidence of the Governing Council, management, staff, students and alumni in the university’s future under the new Chancellor.In her response, Mrs Samson expressed appreciation for the warm reception
