By Ovedhe Jerry.
Dr. Jacob Snapps Oboreh has successfully handover the Rectorship of the Delta State Polytechnic, Ozoro (DSPZ) to his successor in person of Rev. Prof. Job Akpodiete amidst ovation and expression of delight.
In his handover Note, Oboreh chronicled his achievements in both academic and physical development emphasizing that, the massive infrastructural growth were achieved through Internally Generated Revenue (IGR), while noting that, Internet facilities, accreditation of various schools, departments and programmes were also achieved. He said, the Staff strength of the School was relatively poor hence, the engagement of part-time Staff after consistent cry to the State Government without response; just as he highlighted some of the on-going projects in the School for the attention of the New Rector.
Oboreh who was full of delight posited that, he is the only substantive Rector handing over to a substantive rector adding, he took over from an acting Rector on the 28th of March, 2012 even as he stressing that, he is leaving in the account of the School the sum of Three Hundred and Sixteen Million, Two Hundred and Ninety-Nine Thousand, Five Hundred and Sixty-Six Naira, Two kobo, and that the asset of the institution is Seven Billion, Twenty-five Million, One Hundred and Five Thousand, Eight Hundred and Six Naira, Twenty Seven kobo. Saying: “the institution is not indebted to any bank, individual or organization.”
“I want to appreciate the Delta State Government, Board of Governing council, Staff and Students for their back-up. It is this spirit of oneness that gave us the success and all we have achieved together.” Oboreh said in his valedictory paragraph.
In a swift respond Akpodiete said; “We have walked around and have seen all the projects, I acknowledged that the work already established can speak for itself. I will consolidate on what is on ground and with God and a concerted effort of everyone we will achieve success.”
“A new pace has been set and a new record has to be created. I want this institution to be a family place, I love openness and constructive criticism; therefore, let us reason together.” The New Rector Akpodiete added.
Meanwhile, Rt. Rev. Bishop John Aruakpor of Anglican Communion Oleh Diocese had eulogized Oboreh to have made the School the pride and treasure of Isoko just as he presented a letter of invitation and Award recipient to Oboreh in their forth coming Synod praying for both the out gone and new Rectors for God’s guidance and protectio
