May 29, 2026
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State
By John Mayaki
There is an old saying that what gets rewarded gets repeated. In a country where many young people increasingly question whether hard work still pays, institutions must be deliberate about what they choose to celebrate. That is why the partnership between Zenith Bank Plc and Edo State University, Iyamho (ESUI), deserves plenty of attention.
Let us put it in context. Academically, the universities in the southern part of Nigeria are not the first choices for many students and investors. Even in Edo, people would rather run to the bigger named federal universities. Hardly does anyone talk about ESUI. But quietly and resiliently, the university has been building its image and stature, and it is now beginning to carve a niche for itself.
