Education
Federal Polytechnic Ayede Board Chair, Rector, Member visit Chief Sunday Dare Received Assurance of More Support
Joel Ajayi
The newly constituted leadership team of the Federal Polytechnic Ayede, led by the Board Chairman, Barrister Mrs. Ademubowale Adelabu, and the Rector, Engr. Dr. Taofeek Abdulhameed, paid a courtesy visit to Chief Sunday Dare, FNIS, CON, at his Ogbomoso home.
The visit, which took place on August 12, 2024, was aimed at strengthening the relationship between the institution, stakeholders and its host community, as well as seeking the support of Chief Sunday Dare, who has been a stalwart supporter of the polytechnic from his birth.
Present at the meeting were members of the board, including Alhaji Aminu Sokoto, Mrs. Monisola Tegbe, Alhaji Modu Minter, and Chief Matthew Adesanya.
In his remarks, Chief Sunday Dare, who is also the Agbaakin of Ogbomosoland, assured the Federal Polytechnic Ayede new board and management team of his total support towards achieving their goals and the progress mandate as contained in the President Bola Tinubu administration and in the Ogbomosoland 25-year development plans, he emphasized the relationship he had with the last institution board.
Rector Engr. Dr. Taofeek Abdulhameed, in his speech, emphasized the significant role played by Chief Sunday Dare in the establishment of the institution. He highlighted how Chief Dare had facilitated the lease of the current temporary site of the institution owned by the Federal Youth Ministry, and had facilitated the release of N100 million to support the institution’s takeoff. He also mentioned that the first bus owned by the institution was donated by Chief Sunday Dare, among other tremendous supports.
Board Chairman, Barrister Mrs. Ademubowale Adelabu expressed her gratitude to Mr President for approving her appointment as the board chairman, she assured the institution would continue to make progress under the new board leadership.
Others present at the courtesy visit included Dr. Samson Adegoke Maigida, Mr. Alao-Akala Oloriebi, Barrister Daud Suleiman, former Chairman of Ogbomoso North LG, Hon. Adewale Ademola, former Vice-Chairman of Ogbomoso North, Hon. Joel, and Prince Abass Baiyewuwon.
Education
Inclusive Education Boost as Deaf-Tech, Federal University of Lafia Roll Out Master’s in Disability Studies
Joel Ajayi
In a major step toward advancing inclusive education in Nigeria, Deaf-in-Tech, an initiative of Data-Lead Africa, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Federal University of Lafia (FULAFIA) to establish a Professional Master’s Degree in Disability Studies.
The signing ceremony, held at Deaf-in-Tech’s headquarters in Abuja, featured a goodwill message from Prof. Adaka Terfa Ahon, Director of the Centre for Disability Studies, who represented FULAFIA’s Vice Chancellor, Prof. Shehu Abdul Rahman. He reaffirmed the university’s commitment to championing disability and inclusion in its academic innovation and planning.
The new Master’s programme will adopt a hybrid learning model, with online classes complemented by in-person sessions at Deaf-in-Tech’s training facility in Abuja. It is designed to build expertise in disability-inclusive governance, education, and development across sectors.
Executive Director of Deaf-in-Tech and Co-Founder of Data-Lead Africa, Dr. Arowolo Ayoola, described the collaboration as a “structural shift” in how institutions and professionals engage with disability issues. “The inclusion journey must begin with knowledge, and we are proud to partner with a progressive university like FULAFIA,” he said.
Beyond the postgraduate programme, the partnership will also establish a Deaf-in-Tech Club on FULAFIA’s campus — the first of its kind — to empower Deaf students with technology skills, mentorship, and innovation opportunities. Additional initiatives include a ₦1 million academic excellence reward for any Deaf student who graduates with a First Class, as well as the development of a disability-accessible website and digital database for the Centre for Disability Studies, built to WCAG 2.1 global accessibility standards.
The alliance underscores both institutions’ commitment to building inclusive systems and celebrating excellence, while positioning Deaf-in-Tech as a catalyst for bridging the gap between disability and the digital economy.
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