LAUTECH graduate returns certificate, gets #500,000 support

A graduate of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomosho, Oyo State, Osunleke Alaba, who recently returned his certificate to the institution and demanded reimbursement of his fees during his studies, has received N500,000 seed fund support from the Alumni Association.

Mr Alaba, a graduate of the Department of Agricultural Extension and Rural Development, had complained about the "worthlessness" of his certificate after failing to find a job years after graduating.

In a video that went viral, Mr Alaba caused a scene at the reception desk of one of the school's administration buildings, claiming his parents were already weary of his constant dependence on them.

He said if he received his fees throughout his five-year program, he could spend them to develop his innate artistic talent.

“I returned the certificate because it had no impact on my existence. I asked for a refund of the fees paid in school so I could use it to build my talent and live a meaningful life.

“I am an entertainer and even won the MTN talent hunt award during my service year in 2016.”

The father of two further said despite his efforts to improve the living condition of his family, he has continued to get advice for him to engage in ritual activities to be rich “but I can never do that.”

“My dad is 90 years old but I continue to borrow money from him rather than give him. All I seek now is help in any form for me to pursue my entertainment career. I don’t want my career wasted.”

Mr Alaba posted on his Facebook page that the alumni association presented to him a cheque of N500,000.

He said; “I hereby seize this medium to express my deep appreciation to the Global Body of LAUTECH Alumni as outstandingly led by the President, Hon. Onilede Solomon popularly known as LIMO, the Board of Trustees, and the Oyo State Chapter of the Association for their presentation of the #500,000 cheque to me today.

“May Almighty God continue to be with you and all members of the association for their show of love and support. I thank you, once again.”

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