The FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, AKURE (FUTA) has officially announced its 203rd Inaugural Lecture, scheduled to hold on Tuesday, 28th July, 2026.
The Vice-Chancellor of the University, Professor Adenike Temidayo Oladiji, on behalf of the Senate, Management, Staff, and Students, cordially invites members of the university community, professional bodies, stakeholders, and the general public to attend the prestigious academic event.
Lecture Topic
The 203rd Inaugural Lecture is titled:
"Cost Management: Pivotal in Construction Projects Management and Contract Administration."
The lecture will be delivered by Professor Olusola Festus Akinradewo, a distinguished Professor of Quantity Surveying, who will share valuable insights into cost management, construction project delivery, and effective contract administration.
About the Lecture
The inaugural lecture will examine the critical role of cost management in the successful execution of construction projects. It will highlight practical strategies for cost control, project planning, budgeting, risk management, and contract administration within the construction industry.
The lecture is expected to benefit professionals, academics, students, quantity surveyors, engineers, architects, project managers, and other stakeholders in the built environment.
Event Details
Date: Tuesday, 28th July, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM Prompt
(Guests are expected to be seated by 2:45 PM.)
Venue: Obafemi Awolowo Auditorium, Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), Ondo State, Nigeria.
The event will be chaired by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adenike Temidayo Oladiji, FAS.
Public Invitation
According to an official announcement signed by the Registrar, Mr. C. O. Adeleye, FNIM, the University welcomes members of the public, professional organizations, alumni, students, and friends of the institution to participate in the academic event.
Why Attend?
The FUTA Inaugural Lecture Series provides an opportunity to:
- Learn from leading scholars and industry experts.
- Gain deeper insights into contemporary research and innovation.
- Network with academics and professionals.
- Promote knowledge sharing and academic excellence.
- Contribute to discussions on national development through research.
Final Note
The FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, AKURE (FUTA) encourages all interested participants to attend its 203rd Inaugural Lecture and be part of an enriching academic discourse on cost management in construction project management and contract administration.
Guests are advised to arrive early, as seating is expected to commence before the official start time. The University looks forward to welcoming all participants to another memorable edition of its prestigious inaugural lecture series.