FUTES-IYIN VC Aribisala Encourages Fresh Students to Excel

Prof. Gbenga Aribisala, Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology and Environmental Sciences (FUTES-IYIN), addressed fresh students during the orientation program for the 2026/2027 academic session in Iyin Ekiti. He encouraged them to leverage the university's quality academic environment to excel in their studies and to remain focused on their long-term goals despite potential challenges.

Aribisala reaffirmed the university's open-door policy, inviting students to express their concerns through proper channels. He expressed his ambition to elevate FUTES-IYIN to a world-class institution by the end of his tenure.

The VC praised President Bola Tinubu for establishing the university, highlighting it as a significant investment in education and national development. He acknowledged the support from Senator Opeyemi Bamidele for student accommodation projects and commended Senator Binta Garba for her effective leadership.

Aribisala noted ongoing projects aimed at improving student welfare and addressing accommodation challenges.