ASUU hails OOU VC on emergence as vice-chancellors’ chairman

Vice-Chancellor of Olabisi Onabanjo University, Prof Ayodeji Agboola

The Chairman of the Academic Staff Union of Universities, Olabisi Onabanjo University branch, Dr Olumuyiwa Yinusa, has congratulated the university’s Vice-Chancellor, Prof Ayodeji Agboola, on his emergence as Chairman of the Committee of Vice-Chancellors of Nigerian Universities.

Agboola’s emergence as chairman of the national body of vice-chancellors marks another milestone in his academic and administrative career.

In a statement on Friday, Yinusa said, “This development is a well-deserved national recognition of Prof. Agboola’s leadership qualities, institutional vision and contributions to the growth and development of university education in Nigeria.

“Prof. Agboola’s emergence is a significant recognition of his leadership capacity, institutional vision and commitment to the advancement of university education. This is not only a personal achievement but also a source of immense pride to the entire Olabisi Onabanjo University community.

“This latest achievement further consolidates our Vice-Chancellor’s growing influence in the Nigerian university system, particularly following his recent emergence as Chairman of the Committee of Vice-Chancellors of State Universities in Nigeria.”

• Bauchi varsity union threatens strike over unpaid pension arrears
• So This Happened (EP 442) : OOU student allegedly dies after hanging onto moving campus shuttle
• Student’s death sparks outrage at Ogun varsity

Yinusa described Agboola’s elevation as a testament to the confidence reposed in his leadership by the wider university community.

He said the development was a source of pride to the institution and would strengthen its presence in national discussions and policy engagements on the future of higher education.

The ASUU chairman expressed confidence that Agboola would bring his experience, vision and inclusive leadership approach to bear on his new responsibilities.

He also expressed optimism that the new chairman would promote collaboration among Nigerian universities, encourage engagement with stakeholders and champion policies to improve the quality, relevance and sustainability of university education.

Yinusa wished Agboola a successful tenure, expressing hope that his leadership would contribute to addressing the challenges facing Nigerian universities and strengthening the country’s higher education system.

All rights reserved. This material, and other digital content on this website, may not be reproduced, published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed in whole or in part without prior express written permission from PUNCH.