The Vice-Chancellor of Trinity University, Yaba, Lagos, Prof. Clement Kolawole, has reaffirmed the institution's commitment to producing graduates who are innovative, ethical, and equipped to solve real societal challenges, rather than merely meeting employability standards.
Commitment to Innovation and Problem-Solving
Speaking at the university's seventh Founder's Day anniversary celebration, Kolawole stated that the school would continue to channel investments into modern teaching, groundbreaking research, robust infrastructure, and strategic industry partnerships to achieve that goal. He emphasized that navigating an ever-changing global landscape requires graduates who go beyond employability to address practical problems in society.
Founder's Day Celebration
The event, held under the theme 'Hitherto the Lord has helped us,' brought together management, staff, students, founding fathers, and guests to mark the institution's academic expansion, infrastructure development, and other achievements since its establishment. The vice-chancellor highlighted the university's steady growth since its establishment in 2019, noting increased student enrollment, strengthened faculty, and deeper collaborations with local industries and global partners.
First Home-Grown Professor
A major highlight of the celebration was the announcement of Trinity University's first home-grown professor, Prof. Modupeade Christianah Adetunji, a specialist in Food Microbiology and Mycotoxicology. Kolawole said the elevation underscores the institution's growing research capacity and maturity. He charged the community to remain united and uphold the institution's core values of integrity, excellence, and service to humanity.
Growth from Humble Beginnings
Chairman of the Governing Council, Samuel Olatunji, recalled the school's humble beginnings. He said the university started with only seven students and moved from place to place until it finally settled at its current location. Today, he noted, the institution has over 2,000 students. Olatunji also commended management and staff for their dedication to the founding vision.
