The Yakubu Gowon Centre for Unity has formally inaugurated its Technical Committee with a charge to members to approach their responsibilities with dedication, professionalism and a strong sense of responsibility.
The inauguration was held at the Vice-Chancellor’s Conference Hall of Yakubu Gowon University, Abuja.
Vice-Chancellor of the University, Prof. Hakeem Fawehinmi, described the Centre as an important initiative designed to preserve the legacy of former Head of State, General Dr. Yakubu Gowon, while promoting the ideals of national unity, peace, integration and development.
Speaking on behalf of the Chairman of the Stakeholders Committee, Distinguished Senator Simon B. Lalong, CON, KSGG, Major General Mathias Efeovbokhan (Rtd.) welcomed members of the Technical Committee and expressed confidence in their calibre and experience.
He said the Centre was conceived as a living monument that would promote leadership values, academic excellence, community integration and strategic partnerships.
Major General Efeovbokhan urged the members to work with dedication, precision and a shared commitment to advancing national unity.
In his acceptance remarks and vote of thanks, Chairman of the Technical Committee, Prof. Danladi Abok Atu, appreciated the Vice-Chancellor and management of Yakubu Gowon University for the warm reception and support accorded the Committee.
Prof. Atu particularly commended Prof. Fawehinmi for his passion and personal commitment to the establishment of the Centre, noting that his enthusiasm had provided significant encouragement to members.
He also expressed appreciation to the Stakeholders Committee for its leadership, guidance and confidence in the Technical Committee.
Prof. Atu formally accepted the responsibility on behalf of the Committee, pledging that members would discharge their duties with humility, professionalism, dedication and collective responsibility.
He assured that the Committee would work collaboratively to translate the vision of the Yakubu Gowon Centre for Unity into a meaningful and enduring institution worthy of the legacy of General Dr. Yakubu Gowon and the national ideals the Centre represents.
The Chairman also appreciated distinguished guests, members of the Stakeholders and Technical Committees, as well as university officials, for their presence and support during the inauguration.
