Wife of Ekiti Governor, Dr Olayemi Oyebanji has advised students to embrace self discipline, determination and dedication in whatever they do so as to guide them against distractions which could tamper their future dreams.
The Governor’s wife Stated this in Ado Ekiti on Thursday during an interface with adolescent drawn from secondary schools across the three senatorial districts of the state.
According to her, the determination of any student to succeed lie in their hands as it requires selfless effort and commitment to make something out of life regardless of individual background.
“Beyond academics, I urge you to develop values of hard work, discipline, and integrity. The world needs future leaders who are not just knowledgeable but also responsible and ethical.
” Remember, your dreams are valid, and with the right choices, you can achieve anything. Seek guidance, ask questions, and never stop learning”. She added.
Dr Oyebanji therefore appealed to Councillors in various schools to always meet with parents of their students on why they should allow them to pursue their chosen carrier of interest and study courses that could help them at tertiary level.
In a remark, the Commissioner for Education, Dr Adebimpe Aderiye urged the students to pay attention to their studies and shun all activities that could truncate their future.
In their Good will messages, Commissioner for women Affairs and social Development Mrs peju Babafemi, Chairman Teaching Service Commission, Mrs Rohda Ojo, Chairman State Universal Basic Education, prof.Femi Akniyemi represented by his permanent Secretary Mr Femi Dada expressed how passionate government had been by providing platform for students to succeed, love learning and discipline themselves.
A guest lecturer from the Department of Educational Management, Ekiti University Ado-Ekiti, EKSU, Prof. Florence Alade told the students to set future target for a certain goal, have passion for their chosen career, and choose correct subject combination for tertiary education that would make their dream possible.
The interface featured round table discussion by the students on how they can contribute meaningfully to the success of the society by being responsive to their academics and offer community services within their capacity.
