1st November, 2017
Adejoke Adeleye/Abeokuta
The newly-appointed Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Professor Felix Kolawole Salako has received his instrument of office at a formal handing-over ceremony held at the Vice-Chancellor’s Conference Room.
Prof. Salako assured that he would be fair to all in the discharge of his duties.
The new VC gave the assurance shortly after his predecessor, Professor Ololade Enikuomehin handed-over to him in the presence of Principal Officers and top members of staff.
Speaking after the handover ceremony, Professor Salako said God has been with the university inspite of the recent crisis, noting that the Governing Council should be commended for mustering the courage to appoint three Principal Officers in a flawless process within same period.
Professor Salako who is a Soil Physicist, revealed that his approach to administration would revolve around his core values which are justice and fairplay, adding that the productivity of professors would be of paramount interest to him.
He stated further that his administration would reward diligence and efficiency, stressing that all these would be achieved in an atmosphere of peace.
The VC was the pioneer Director of the Centre for Community-Based Farming Scheme (COBFAS). He said his administration would not lower the guard on the university’s rules and regulations in relations to staff and students, adding that his administration would be compassionate when the need arose.
He sought the cooperation of the University Community in making his administration a success.
”People should not deliberately violate the rules and regulations of the University.
“Excellence cannot be compromised. Stakeholders must also join hands to provide an excellent administration.
“I have the responsibility of the Vice-Chancellor to protect the interest of the University. I have the responsibility to ensure that staff are comfortable. That staff have what is due to them. That students have what is due to them,” he said..