The Governing Council of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomosho has charged the owner state governments of the institution on the need for proper funding of the University.

The Chairman of the Council, Prof. Oladapo Afolabi who made the appeal during a visit to Governor Seyi Maknde state that the institution has potentials to become a reputable citadel of learning but has been handicapped by poor funding.

Prof. Oladapo appealed to Governor Makinde and his counterpart from the state of Osun to ensure proper funding of the University.

On his part, Governor Makinde says the institution is dear to his heart stressing that he is ready to go to any length for the survival of the University.