YABATECH Becomes University as President Tinubu Approves Conversion

YABATECH Becomes University as President Tinubu Approves Conversion

In a groundbreaking development, President Bola Tinubu has given the green light for the conversion of Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) into a full-fledged university. This exciting news was announced by the Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, during a working visit to the college on February 14.

According to Alausa, YABATECH is more than ready to take the leap, boasting an impressive 200 staff members with doctorate degrees in various fields. The minister praised the college as an “enduring legacy” and expressed his gratitude to President Tinubu for his prompt approval.

Alausa revealed that the staff, students, and management of YABATECH had been eagerly awaiting this development, even praying and fasting for the college’s conversion into a university. With the president’s approval, the college is now poised to become a leading institution of higher learning in Nigeria.

The minister concluded by acknowledging President Tinubu’s commitment to education and his dedication to providing the best opportunities for Nigeria’s youth, who are the future leaders of the country. This development is a significant milestone for YABATECH and a testament to the government’s efforts to promote quality education in Nigeria.