D.S. Adegbenro Poly Gets Ministerial Boost as Tijani Promises Radio Licence, AI Skills for 50 Students
The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, has pledged to facilitate a radio station licence for the Mass Communication Studio of D.S. Adegbenro ICT Polytechnic, Itori-Ewekoro, Ogun State.
Tijani also promised to facilitate Artificial Intelligence (AI) training opportunities for at least 50 students of the institution through his foundation, in a move aimed at strengthening digital skills and preparing young Nigerians for emerging opportunities in the global digital economy.
The minister made the commitments during a visit to the polytechnic to inspect a facility donated to the institution by the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA).
He said the initiatives aligned with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, particularly its commitment to youth empowerment, technological advancement and the development of a knowledge-driven economy.
The proposed AI training is expected to expose selected students to emerging technologies and equip them with relevant skills to participate effectively in the rapidly evolving digital economy.
Speaking at the event, the Chairman of the Polytechnic’s Governing Council, Ambassador Toye Okanlawon, expressed appreciation to the minister for his continued interest in the development of the institution.
Okanlawon commended Tijani for his contributions to the polytechnic’s technological advancement and appealed to him to use his national influence to attract more developmental projects, strategic partnerships and opportunities that would enhance the institution’s visibility and reputation.
He noted that the polytechnic had enormous potential and deserved greater recognition and support to enable its students and graduates compete favourably at national and international levels.
Earlier, the Rector, Professor Goke Rauf, reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to producing technically competent, innovative and entrepreneurial graduates capable of contributing meaningfully to national development.
He emphasised the need for sustained investment in modern ICT infrastructure, specialised training facilities, innovation hubs, staff development and strategic industry partnerships to strengthen technology-driven education.
Also speaking, the Alake of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Aremu Gbadebo, represented by the Amona Baroyin of Egbaland, Chief Tajudeen Oladeinde, commended the minister for his commitment to technological development and support for the establishment of the ICT Hub at the polytechnic.
The monarch described the intervention as a laudable initiative that would contribute significantly to the educational and technological development of the institution, its host community and society at large.
The visit featured an inspection tour of facilities and ongoing infrastructural projects across the polytechnic, during which the minister expressed satisfaction with the level of development and infrastructure being put in place at the institution.
