The Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology and Environmental Sciences, Iyin Ekiti, Prof Gbenga Aribisala, has urged fresh students to take advantage of the academic environment to excel. He spoke at the commencement of the orientation programme for students admitted for the 2026/2027 academic session. He said they were privileged to be at the institution.

He urged the students not to allow early challenges to distract them from their long term goals. He said they must remain focused on the bigger picture, adding that the university offers quality academic environment and visionary leadership.

Aribisala reaffirmed the university’s open door policy. He encouraged students to channel complaints and requests through appropriate channels. He further assured them such matters will receive attention.

The VC expressed confidence in the institution’s future, explaining that his dream was to leave the university as a world class institution by the end of his tenure which he is working towards.

He lauded President Bola Tinubu for establishing the institution which he described as a timely investment in education and national development and told students their presence was made possible by the Federal Government’s decision.

He also hailed the Pro Chancellor, Senator Binta Garba, for quality leadership. Garba declared the orientation open and urged students to embrace hard work and determination. She said they should conduct themselves in ways that will build the institution’s reputation.