The management of Ekiti State College of Technology (EKSCOTECH) has intensified calls for infrastructural development following an oversight visit by the Ekiti State House of Assembly Committee on Education and Tertiary Matters, highlighting critical gaps affecting the institution’s operational capacity.
Rector of the institution, Dr. Olufemi Olubamise, made the appeal while receiving members of the committee in his office, stressing that without adequate facilities, the college may struggle to fully realise its academic and technical mandate. He noted that while progress has been recorded since the institution’s transition, infrastructure remains a major limiting factor.
Dr. Olubamise acknowledged the support of Biodun Oyebanji and the Assembly Committee, particularly in the institution’s transmutation process, but maintained that sustained intervention is necessary to consolidate the gains recorded so far. He also commended key stakeholders, including Honourable Wumi Ogunlola and Dr. Abiodun Arokodare, for their contributions to the growth of the college.
Providing insight into student-related developments, the Rector disclosed that the response to the Federal Government’s student loan initiative has been encouraging, with many students showing interest in the scheme. However, he emphasized that improved infrastructure would further boost enrollment and enhance learning outcomes.
The Nigeria Education News gathered that EKSCOTECH is currently grappling with challenges ranging from inadequate classroom facilities and limited laboratory space to issues surrounding accreditation and security. According to the Rector, addressing these concerns is essential for the institution to operate at full capacity and compete with similar technical institutions across the country.
Members of the House Committee, who visited as part of their statutory oversight functions, were briefed on the institution’s needs and ongoing efforts to improve standards. The visit also provided an opportunity for direct engagement with the college’s leadership on policy implementation and funding priorities within the state’s education sector.
The Rector reiterated that achieving sustainable growth would require a collaborative effort involving government, legislators, and other stakeholders. He warned that failure to address infrastructural deficits could hinder the institution’s long-term goals, particularly in areas of accreditation and programme expansion.
Principal officers of the institution, including the Deputy Rector, Mrs. Iyabo Oladapo; the Registrar, Mr. Sunday Emmanuel Ayodeji; the Bursar, Mr. Olaniyi Kolade Dada; and the Librarian, Mr. Femi Folorunso, were present during the engagement, underscoring the importance of the visit.
The development reflects a broader challenge facing many state-owned tertiary institutions in Nigeria, where infrastructure deficits continue to impact quality delivery.
