The Vice-Chancellor, on behalf of the Senate, Staff, and Students of the Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUT MINNA), cordially invites the academic community, industry stakeholders, and the general public to the institution's 124th Inaugural Lecture.
This lecture represents a significant academic milestone, offering a platform for one of the university’s most distinguished scholars to present groundbreaking research and professional "prescriptions" for national development.
I. THE INAUGURAL LECTURER
The 124th lecture in this prestigious series will be delivered by:
- Lecturer: Professor Luqman Oyekunle Oyewobi
- Academic Rank: Professor of Quantity Surveying (Construction Economics and Management).
Professor Oyewobi is a highly credentialed academic with a distinguished educational pedigree. His academic journey spans premier institutions, including The Polytechnic, Ibadan; FUT Minna; and the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA). He further solidified his expertise with a PhD from the University of Cape Town, South Africa, making him a leading voice in construction economics on the continent.
II. LECTURE THEME AND DISCOURSE
The lecture aims to diagnose and provide solutions for one of the most critical sectors of the national economy.
- Topic: “The Nigerian Construction Industry: The Ailing Elephant - A Menu of Cure.”
In this discourse, Professor Oyewobi will address the chronic economic and structural challenges currently hampering the Nigerian construction sector. Describing the industry as an "Ailing Elephant," the lecture promises to offer a comprehensive "menu of cure"—a strategic roadmap designed to trigger recovery, enhance efficiency, and foster sustainable growth within the built environment.
III. EVENT LOGISTICS AND SCHEDULE
Attendees are encouraged to be punctual to experience the full academic procession and the intellectual depth of the presentation.
- Date: Thursday, 9th April, 2026
- Time: 10:00 AM Prompt
- Location: 1,000 Seater Capacity Auditorium, Main Campus, Gidan Kwano, Minna.
IV. COORDINATION AND PROTOCOL
The event is organized under the supervision of the University's administrative and academic leadership:
- Registrar: Malam Danladi Mallam
- Chairperson (University Seminar and Colloquium Committee): Dr. (Mrs.) Victoria I. Chukwuemeka
V. WHY THIS LECTURE MATTERS
In an era of fluctuating infrastructure costs and urban expansion, this inaugural lecture is vital for:
- Policy Makers: Gaining data-driven insights into construction management.
- Industry Professionals: Understanding modern Quantity Surveying techniques to mitigate project failures.
- Students: Observing the nexus between academic theory and practical industrial application.
CONCLUSION: AN INTELLECTUAL PRESCRIPTION FOR GROWTH
FUT Minna remains at the forefront of driving technological and economic solutions through research. We invite you to join us for this significant gathering as Professor Luqman Oyekunle Oyewobi delivers his expert analysis on the future of the Nigerian construction industry.
Signed:
Management
Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUT MINNA)