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UNIOSUN Hails New Chancellor, Describes Her As Round Peg In Round Hole
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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 stated that the university community was delighted by the Chancellor’s response to the congratulatory message earlier sent to her by the institution following her appointment by the Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Nurudeen Jackson Adeleke.
The Vice-Chancellor, while reacting to Mrs Samson’s letter of appreciation, described her emergence as Chancellor as “a round peg in a round hole,” noting that her wealth of experience, philanthropic disposition, humility and commitment to human development make her eminently qualified for the position.
According to him, “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.”
Professor Adebooye added that the acceptance message further reinforced the confidence of the Governing Council, management, staff, students and alumni in the university’s future under the new Chancellor.
In her response letter to the university authorities, Mrs Samson expressed heartfelt appreciation for the warm reception accorded her by the institution and pledged to work closely with the Vice-Chancellor, Governing Council and all stakeholders to advance the university’s vision.
She stated that she was humbled by the confidence reposed in her and assured the university community of her readiness to serve with dedication, accessibility and purpose.
“I commit to being a Chancellor who is accessible, supportive, and purposeful; one who works in concert with the Vice-Chancellor, the Governing Council, and all University stakeholders to advance Osun State University’s standing as a centre of academic excellence, innovation, and societal transformation,” she stated.
The Chancellor also pledged to deploy her experience, networks and resources towards supporting the institution’s aspiration of becoming a university of national distinction and global relevance.
Professor Adebooye noted that the appointment of Mrs Samson has further strengthened the growing profile of the university, adding that the institution has continued to record remarkable achievements in academic development, infrastructural expansion, research advancement and strategic partnerships under the present administration.
He expressed optimism that the collaboration between the university management and the Chancellor would usher in a new era of progress and excellence for the institution.
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