Egbewole visits UNILORIN WAUG contingent at OAU
By Mustafa Abubakar
The Vice Chancellor of the University of Ilorin, Prof. Wahab Olasupo Egbewole, SAN, has paid a commendation visit to the University’s athletes participating in the ongoing 15th West Africa Universities Games (WAUG), hosted by Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife.
During the visit, the Vice Chancellor, who was represented by the Dean of Student Affairs, Prof. Alex Akanmu, commended the athletes for being worthy ambassadors of the University and making the institution proud through their impressive performances. He expressed appreciation for their courage, commitment, and dedication to representing the University, urging them to sustain the spirit of excellence in all their endeavours.
The University’s athletes have recorded commendable performances across various sporting events. Their medals, as at press time, include:
Chess: 3 Gold and 3 Silver medals; Men’s High Jump: Silver; 110m Hurdles: Gold; Women’s Shot Put: Silver; Women’s Javelin: Bronze; Women’s Discus: Gold.
Pleased with the progress recorded by the team, Prof. Egbewole hosted the athletes and their coaches to a lunch session, providing an opportunity to celebrate their achievements and encourage them to maintain their winning spirit throughout the competition.
The visit underscores the commitment of the University to supporting its athletes and promoting excellence in sports, while reinforcing the institution’s pride in the dedication and accomplishments of its students on the regional stage.
The Vice Chancillor was accompanied on the visit by the President of the Students’ Union, Mr Mozeed Adams.
