Delivery of donation of multi-million naira operational equipment for the take-off of the long awaited terrestrial MAPOLY Radio by an Alumnus, Otunba Gbolahan Macjob, to the Management of Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, Abeokuta happened recently.
Otunba Macjob, a graduate of Mass Communication Department of the institution, is an ace Broadcaster for the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), who launched MAPOLY online radio in August on www.mapolyradio.com from the United Kingdom.
He stated that the broadcast industry is being taking over by non-professionals, saying the establishment of the radio station would allow the students to be equipped with the best practical knowledge.
"We want to make sure that MAPOLY Students are the best in the broadcast industry because charlatans are taking over the industry. We have the best grooming in MAPOLY Mass Communication despite the little resources.
Reacting to this gesture, the Ag. Rector, Dr. Adeoye Odedeji, exultantly eulogized the Illustrious Alumnus, Otunba Macjob, for the donation of ultramodern radio equipment, adding that, he has written his name on a platter of gold.
Dr. Odedeji disclosed that full operation of the Radio station will begin in November, 2020 while he charged other well-meaning alumni, individuals and corporate bodies to follow suit.
"We are indeed thankful for the services rendered. You have practically saved us from the challenges of putting up a radio station to train our students", He added.
Items donated include; 3 headphones, one multimedia audio mixer, one laptop, 3 microphones and 2 microphone stand.
The Institution's Bursar, Mr. Fatai Yekini; Sub-Dean, School of Communication & information Technology, Barr. Yinka Rasaq; Manager of MAPOLY Radio, Deacon Kunle Oluwusi; Head Broadcasting, Mass Communication Department, Dr. Shola Adeosun were present to receive the donation.
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