Moshood Abiola Polytechnic (MAPOLY), Abeokuta, on Thursday unveiled a 10Gbps Smart Campus Fibre Infrastructure to enhance digital learning, research and innovation.
Speaking at the launch, Chairman of the occasion, Oba Saka Matemilola, the Olowu of Owu Kingdom, described the project as a strategic investment in technology-driven education.
Matemilola said the infrastructure would give students hands-on technological experience and the opportunity to develop innovative solutions to societal problems.
The traditional ruler said the infrastructure would strengthen research by providing the digital backbone needed for world-class academic work.
“It will strengthen research by providing the digital backbone required for world-class academic work.
“Inadequate digital infrastructure has limited many Nigerian tertiary institutions in research, innovation and global competitiveness.
“I believe that the smart campus project will bridge the gap through high speed connectivity, technology transfer and stronger academia – Industry collaboration,” he said.
Matemilola urged stakeholders to ensure proper maintenance and effective utilisation of the facility to maximise its benefits.
Earlier, the Rector of MAPOLY, Dr Babatunde Jolaosho, described the infrastructure as a landmark achievement for innovation, technological advancement and technical education.
“This facility places us more prominently on the global stage than ever before
“Its impact will extend beyond the institution to contribute meaningfully to national and global development,” he added.
Addressing concerns over cybercrime, the rector said adequate safeguards had been integrated into the system.
“All these facilities are built in to check the antics of negative users. The objective is to ensure that the facility remains a platform for development and progress,” he said.
