Education
FUTIA receives 40 wooden students’desks
The Federal University of Technology, Ikot Abasi, FUTIA, has received 40 units of wooden students’ desks donated by educationist and philanthropist, Dr. Etebong Attah Umana, in a move aimed at supporting the young institution’s infrastructure needs.
Receiving the items on behalf of the university, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Leo Daniel, praised the gesture, describing it as timely and impactful.
“We sincerely appreciate Dr. Umana for this thoughtful contribution. The university is committed to making effective use of the desks to enhance learning,” he said.
Prof. Daniel used the occasion to appeal to other stakeholders, including members of the host communities, corporate organisations and international oil companies, to support FUTIA’s growth.
“The advancement of academic excellence requires the collective support of critical stakeholders,” he added.
Dr. Umana said his donation was inspired by FUTIA’s status as a new institution with pressing infrastructure needs.
“As an educationist, I am motivated to support academic excellence. This donation is part of my contribution to strengthening the university’s infrastructure,” he stated.
The Registrar, Mrs. Offiongita Nkang, thanked the donor on behalf of the management, describing the gesture as “a clear demonstration of active and responsible citizenship.”
The presentation of the desks formed the high point of the visit, witnessed by the University Librarian, Prof. Philip Akor, and other officials.