ABEOKUTA: The Governing Council of Tai Solarin University of Education, ijagun is set to honour the Founder of Wessy Creations, Otunba Jaiyeola Wasiu, with the Doctor of Science, D.sc Ed (Honoris causa) in Textile and Clothing.
This is in recognition of his impactful contributions to clothing and textile industry in Ogun state in particular and Nigeria in general, according to the letter of conferment of the award dated September 30, 2024 with reference number TASUED/REG.122/VOL.1/006 and signed by the Vice-Chancellor of the institution, Prof. Oluwole Banjo.
The letter further indicated that: “The Award is in recognition of your passion for education, and numerous contributions to the advancement of human race in general.”
The Governing Council also noted that the TASUED takes special recognition of Otunba Jaiyeola’s numerous professional achievements and community services, including his exemplary leadership roles in Nigeria as an elder statesman whose modest achievements and accomplishments represent the ideal of integrity and selflessness, which are equally the hallmarks of University.
The letter reads, “The University takes special recognition of your numerous professional achievements and community services, including your exemplary leadership roles in our Nation as an elder statesman whose modest achievements and accomplishments represent the idea of integrity and selflessness, which our University stand for.
“The University joins well-meaning Nigerians in celebrating your humble, worthy, and outstanding legacies in the service of humanity.
“We also congratulate you and your family on your many notable achievements in life”.
The conferment ceremony is slated for Thursday, 28th November, 2024 at the School Auditorium in Ijagun, Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State.
