Kwara Private University Appoints First Substantive VC
Abdulrasaq Abubakar Toyin University, located in Kwara State, Nigeria, has announced the appointment of Professor Olayemi Olaniyi as its first substantive Vice-Chancellor. The new VC will take office on September 4.
Professor Olaniyi succeeds Dr. Adebisi Adewale, who has served as the University's acting Vice-Chancellor since its establishment in 2017. The appointment marks a significant milestone for the young institution, which was founded with the aim of providing quality education to the people of Kwara State and the broader region.
In a statement released by the university, Vice-Chancellor-elect Professor Olaniyi expressed gratitude for the trust placed in him by the university's management and the Board of Trustees. He promised to uphold the university's core values and continue the excellent academic standards established by the previous administration.
The appointment of Professor Olaniyi is expected to drive further growth and development for Abdulrasaq Abubakar Toyin University. As the first substantive Vice-Chancellor, he will oversee the institution's expansion and improvement of its academic programs, research facilities, and student services.
Founded in 2017, Abdulrasaq Abubakar Toyin University has rapidly gained recognition in Nigeria and beyond for its commitment to excellence in education. The university is named after the late Abdulrasaq Abubakar, a prominent Kwara State politician and philanthropist.
Professor Olaniyi, a renowned scholar in the field of Educational Management, is a graduate of the University of Ilorin and holds a Ph.D. in Educational Management from the University of Ibadan. He has previously served as the Dean of the Faculty of Education at the University of Ilorin, demonstrating his extensive experience and expertise in the academic sector.
Abdulrasaq Abubakar Toyin University is a private institution located in Kwara State, Nigeria. The university aims to provide high-quality education to the people of Kwara State, contributing to the region's socio-economic development and the nation's overall educational landscape.
With the appointment of Professor Olaniyi, Abdulrasaq Abubakar Toyin University continues its commitment to excellence in education and the development of its students, faculty, and the broader community.
About Abdulrasaq Abubakar Toyin University
- Founded in 2017, the university is dedicated to providing quality education to the people of Kwara State, Nigeria.
- Named after the late Abdulrasaq Abubakar, a prominent Kwara State politician and philanthropist.
- Located in Kwara State, Nigeria, the university aims to contribute to the region's socio-economic development and the nation's educational landscape.
Professor Olaniyi's Background
- A graduate of the University of Ilorin, Professor Olaniyi holds a Ph.D. in Educational Management from the University of Ibadan.
- Previously served as the Dean of the Faculty of Education at the University of Ilorin, showcasing his extensive experience and expertise in the academic sector.
Abdulrasaq Abubakar Toyin University's Commitment to Excellence
With the appointment of Professor Olaniyi, Abdulrasaq Abubakar Toyin University continues its mission to provide top-quality education to the people of Kwara State, Nigeria.
Named after the late Abdulrasaq Abubakar, a prominent Kwara State politician and philanthropist, the university aims to contribute to the region's socio-economic growth and the country's educational landscape.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
