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    Celebrating Excellence, Service, the Unilorin Spirit

    By National UpdateAugust 17, 2026Updated:August 18, 2026 Celebration No Comments2 Mins Read
    *Executive Secretary of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund, (TETFUND), Arc Sonny Echono, PhD, FNIA, OON, chaired the recent award ceremony for deserving alumni of the University of Ilorin and outstanding contributors to the development of the institution.* *Echono, (left), poses with Sir Olusegun Adekunle, OON, former Permanent Secretary, General Services Office, Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, (PS-GSO), an award recipient, and the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ilorin, Prof Wahab Olasupo Egbewole, SAN, at the event.*
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    It was an evening of recognition, celebration and institutional pride as the University of Ilorin honoured distinguished alumni and individuals whose exceptional contributions have helped advance the growth and development of the university.

    Executive Secretary, Tertiary Education Trust Fund, (TETFUND), Arc Sonny Echono, PhD, FNIA, OON, (left), Chairman at the recent University of Ilorin Alumni Awards Ceremony, congratulates Sir Olusegun Adekunle, OON, former Permanent Secretary, General Services, Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, (PS-GSO), one of the award recipients at the event.

    The Executive Secretary of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFUND), Arc. Sonny Echono, PhD, FNIA, OON, chaired the colourful award ceremony, which brought together accomplished personalities and members of the university community to celebrate excellence and impactful service.
    Among those honoured was Sir Olusegun Adekunle, OON, former Permanent Secretary, General Services Office, Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (PS-GSO), whose record of public service earned him recognition at the event.
    *Former Permanent Secretary, General Services, Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, (PS-OSGF), Sir Olusegun Adekunle, OON, and Dr Emmanuel Edem Ikpeme, MON, Director, Technical Services, Nigerian Football Federation, (NFF), who were both honoured at the recent award ceremony for deserving alumni of the University of Ilorin.*

    In this memorable photograph, TETFUND Executive Secretary, Arc. Sonny Echono (left), shares a moment with Sir Olusegun Adekunle, OON, and the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ilorin, Prof. Wahab Olasupo Egbewole, SAN.
    The gathering underscored the enduring bond between the University of Ilorin and its accomplished alumni, while celebrating the values of excellence, service and commitment that continue to shape the institution’s legacy.

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