Welcome Address Delivered By: B.I.O. Essien, President of Lead City Voices (LCV)



Good afternoon, ladies and Gentlemen. It is my privilege to welcome you to this occasion on behalf of the Lead City community. We have recognised that the great thing about life is when there is a definition to it and a purpose to eliminate hikes of distortions and distractions. Lead City Voices has come to make it happen and provide a qualitative, quantitative and edifying disposal of a meaningful life to Nigerians and the world at large. This is part of our contribution to national development. 
Ours is a university with the philosophy of Self-Reliance. It’s not a mistake that you are here today to witness the grand finale of the debate that has been going on for the past two days.
The students, staff, visitors and guests that have attended so far can attest to the competitiveness, creativity and confidence that the representatives of various departments in our citadel of learning have displayed so far.
Ours is a university that is committed to producing not just leaders of tomorrow but also that of today. The series of debates organized by Lead City Voices is mainly to ensure that the students of Lead City University can rise to the occasion at any point. This is against the assumption that many of our university graduates in Nigeria cannot defend the certificate awarded them by our higher institutions of learning when called upon. 
This event is also organized to reinvent the wheel that gave many of our past leaders the opportunity to present their ideas and ingenuity to the public. It is not possible to see a fast developing nation that does not have its organized debate platforms where leaders in all fields of endeavours argue on national issues.  
The Intra-University debate so far has dwelt on various topics that affect our society. The topic to be debated on today is no different. Five departments will be going head to head on the topic – 100 years after amalgamation: Nigeria’s unity is not negotiable. The aim at the end of the day is not which department comes first but the amount of information, creativity and confidence that will be on display by the representatives of each department. Also, it is all about making a difference. 
It is hoped that the members of the press, visitors, staff and students present will leave more enlightened and informed at the end. Once again, it is my privilege to welcome you all to this event.
Long live Lead City Voices
Long live Lead City University
Long live Ibadan
Long live Oyo State
Long live Nigeria

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