A Palm Wine Tree In The Desert: A Reflection of Engr. Dr. Jimoh Abdul Muhammad. The Rector, Kwara State Polytechnic- by OLUFADI BALARABE AYUBA

Trees are natural plants that are meant to serve different purposes, some for mankind while some for animals. Although, human beings attached different opinions on the uses of trees. Especially, those that use it for their daily bread.

Meanwhile, the uniqueness of the palm wine tree among its peers makes people esteem it, because of its usefulness. The tree is used for many things among humans and animals, a straight and resourceful tree, especially in the desert.

The reflection of this endowment is a distinctive leader cum mentor. Engr. Dr Jimoh Abdul Muhammad, who emerged as the Rector of Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin a few years ago. In the 21st century, many leaders were proclaimed great achievers due to their positive contributions. But, Engr. Dr Jimoh Abdul Muhammad is the greatest achiever in the field of leadership through his laudable human capital, community development and infrastructure achievements both in the Polytechnic and Kwara State at large.

The life of this calmer man unveils his credibility in the street of the desert, despite the dryness. He can still create alternatives for people to survive in  the street. 

Dr Jimoh, a meticulous planner and careful executor, handles unprecedented issues with his diplomatic skills and ideal leadership intelligence. He's careful in judging the members of the staff and students, he treats everyone with equality and an open-minded heart

His presence at Kwara State Polytechnic has brought innovative development, and the process of lectures, amenities and infrastructural needs to aid the lectures in the Polytechnic has exceedingly developed. The Polytechnic has a radical and pleasant outlook. These developments have come into existence through the presence of a visionary Rector.

Like light on the hill, the distinguished Project Rector has motivated the sense of responsibility in all members of Kwara State Polytechnic. His leadership skills and fatherly love have made him a source of inspiration and mentor to many individuals.