In honour of celebrating its 75th anniversary, the University of Ibadan (UI), the top university in Nigeria, has named Inspector-General of Police IGP Kayode Egbetokun an extraordinary ambassador.
The honour bestowed upon IGP Egbetokun is a testament to his noteworthy accomplishments and contributions to the security industry, as well as his tireless advocacy for the advancement of higher education in Nigeria.
In his remarks, the varsity’s Vice Chancellor, Professor Kayode Adebowale, who led the top management team to the Force Headquarters narrated the various feats accomplished by the university, noting that the celebration of UI at 75 will help galvanize interest in a participatory program that will last a year, ending in November 2024.
The program is expected to develop the institution and give opportunities in the form of scholarships to more students.
Professor Adebowale lauded the IGP for contributing to the development of the university over the years, proving to be a good academia.
Speaking shortly after receiving the team, IGP Egbetokun appreciated the university for the honour bestowed on him, stating that he would continue to work with the university because he has a lot of respect for the university having studied peace And Security study at the Center for Peace and Security Service.
He assured the University management of the Nigeria Police’s adequate security, to secure the institution and to support the students in terms of security.
The IGP said: “I am delighted to welcome the UI team to the Force Headquarters. In any way we can collaborate with the institution, the Nigeria Police Force will definitely do that.
