….As Vice Chancellor rolls out Achievements ahead of 9th Convocation.
By: Grace Okafor
117 graduates have bagged First Class grade, even as the Vice Chancellor, Federal University Oye Ekiti, FUOYE, Prof Abayomi Sunday Fasina has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment towards strengthening academic experience of the students and global positioning of the institution.
Prof. Fasina made this known during the Press Conference to mark the 9th Convocation Ceremony of the institution which is set to run from 17th to 23rd February,2025.
While addressing Newsmen, Prof. Fasina stated the school is set to graduate 8444 students with 117 First Class, 3,466 Second Class Upper, 3,715 Second Class Lower, 831 Third Class, 2 Pass, 38 Ph.D, 211 MSc/MBA and 4 PGD.
This, he said is a giant stride for the institution as it is a combination of hard work and perseverance of the students.
Applauding the Nigerian Education Loan Fund, NELFUND programme of the Federal Government, Prof. Fasina disclosed that the programme has made it possible for students to obtain loan for their educational needs.
He disclosed that 3,281 students of the institution have hugely benefited of the programme.
Prof. Fasina also commended the President for the TETFund Project which he said has impacted the institution greatly in terms of infrastructure.
Prof. Fasina emphasized the institutions readiness to explore necessary avenues that will enable them provide students with quality academic experience that will make them highly competitive in the labour market.
He said, “as we celebrate this achievement, I want to emphasize that this is just the beginning of FUOYE. FUOYE is poised for even greater success in this coming year”.
“We are committed to deepening our research impact, expanding our infrastructure and providing our students with the best possible academic experience.
“We will continue to invest in cutting edge technology research, foster international partnership and ensure that our graduates are equipped to meet the challenges of tomorrow”.
The Vice Chancellor further added that the Convocation Ceremony will feature the award of distinguished individuals; Chief Kanu Agabi,Former attorney General of the Federation, Chief Adebayo Ojo, Former Minister for justice and Attorney General of the Federation, Mr. Alebiosu Segun, MD First bank and Chairman Air Peace Airline, Dr. Allen Onyema
Highlighting other activities for the University’s 9th Convocation Ceremony, Prof. Abayomi Fasina noted that Monday, 17th will feature the commissioning of projects which includes; 1000 seater auditorium, the Fasina Conference center, 3 in 1 Science Laboratory, New CBT center, Faculty of Law and Education building after the press conference.
Tuesday,18th will host Free health care services at the palace of Oloye of Oye Ekiti by 11am. Wednesday,19th will also feature same free health care services at the palace of Elekole of Ikole Ekiti by 11am and commissioning of projects at Ikole Campus as well as induction of engineering students at the faculty of engineering hall.
Thursday, 20th will feature the Vice Chancellor’s Staff Awards of Excellence and Personality Meritorious Awards, Edutainment programme featuring the likes of Tope Alabi, Femi Adebayo and the Launch of Endowment Fund raising at the Faculty of Science Lecture theater.
Friday, 21st will present the award of Bachelor and Diploma degrees for students of the Faculty of Art, Agriculture, Engineering, Management Sciences and Social Sciences at the 1000 seater auditorium. They will also be Jumat service by 1pm same day.
Saturday 22nd will feature Convocation Lecture that will be delivered by the Executive Secretary of TETFund, Sonny S.T. Echono and award of Bachelor and Diploma degrees to students from the faculty of education as well as Postgraduate awards.
While, Sunday will be for Thanksgiving Service which marks the end of the Convocation Ceremony.
FUOYE’S 20-POINT AGENDA: DELIVERABLES & SCORECARD
- INTENSIVE DRIVE FOR IGR
New academic programmes have increased the Internally Generated Revenue (IGR)
GREEN REVOLUTION PROJECT (Launched May 2023)
15 hectares of oil palm plantation
5 hectares of pineapple
10 hectares of cassava
15 hectares of maize
FUOYE Business School – Driving entrepreneurship & professional education
Part-Time Programme Expansion – Increased access for Ekiti & surrounding communities
Microfinance Bank Operations Commenced
- ESTABLISHMENT OF NEW ACADEMIC PROGRAMMES
Successfully established:
Agric Business
Institute of Part-Time Programme
Directorate of Sandwich & Affiliate Programme
Medical & Surgery
Data Science and Analytics
Agric Business Management
Agricultural Economics and Farm Management
Agricultural Extension and Rural Development
MBA, DBA, MFA, DFA, PDFM, M.Sc., Ph.D. (Business Administration), M.Sc. Ph.D. in Public Administration and Finance, MPA, DPA
Affiliated Colleges
Sandwich Programme
Part-time Programmes
Distance Learning Institute
Faculty of Multidisciplinary Studies
Faculty of Communication and Media Studies
FUOYE Business School
New Departments of Philosophy, Religious Studies, Nursing, and Environmental Management and Toxicology
FUOYE’S NEWLY APPROVED PROGRAMMES (NUC, DEC. 2024 & JAN. 2025)
Undergraduate Programmes:
B.Eng. Information & Communication Engineering
B.Sc. Software Engineering
B.Sc. Cyber Security
B.Sc. Systems Engineering
B.Ed. Primary Education
—Postgraduate & Professional Programmes:
PGDE (Postgraduate Diploma in Education)
PGD, M.Ed., Ph.D. Science Education (Mathematics)
PGD, M.Sc., Ph.D. Criminology & Security Studies
PGD, M.Sc. Ed., Ph.D. Business Education
PGD, M.Sc. Ed., Ph.D. Educational Management
Professional Masters in Forensic Accounting, Financial Fraud Investigation & Intelligence, Public Financial Management, Crime Investigation Management, Criminology & Security Studies
Further Approvals (Jan. 2025) after NUC Resource Verification Visit:
B.Sc. Information & Communication Engineering
B.Sc. Broadcasting
B.Sc. Journalism
B.Sc. Public Relations
M.A. (Ed.), M.Phil., Ph.D. English Language Education
B.Eng. Systems Engineering
PGD, M.Sc., Ph.D. History & International Studies
- REVIEW OF STRATEGIC PLANS
The University’s Strategic Plan is currently under a new level review following Council decisions.
- EFFICIENCY OF FUND UTILISATION
Prudence in fund management
Equitable distribution of facilities and benefits across the University
- ESTABLISHMENT OF VENTURES AND CONSULTANCY UNIT
Key Enterprises Established:
FUOYE Printing Press
FUOYE Bakery
FUOYE Table Water
FUOYE Micro-Finance Bank
FUOYE Printing Press
FUOYE Bakery
FUOYE Table and Sachet Water
FUOYE Staff Canteen
Directorate of Quality Assurance
Directorate of Gender Studies
Directorate of Part-time Studies
Directorate of Ventures
Institute for Food Security and Commercial Agriculture (IFSCA)
Institute/Centre for Energy Research
Centre for Psychological Services Clinic
Directorate of Laboratory Services
Directorate of Farms
Directorate of Counselling and Human Development.
- ESTABLISHMENT OF COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
MBBS approved by NUC and Medical & Dental Council of Nigeria
First batch of MBBS students admitted
Federal Teaching Hospital Ido-Ekiti approved for clinical training
- INSTITUTE OF FOOD SECURITY AND COMMERCIAL AGRICULTURE (IFSCA)
Institute successfully established
- PROMOTION OF RESEARCH, INNOVATION, AND GRANTSMANSHIP
Directorate of Research, Innovation, and Linkages established
First-ever Research Policy formulated
Vice-Chancellor’s Innovation Challenge Competition introduced
- RESTRUCTURING OF DIRECTORATE OF ICT
Separate Heads of Units for Oye and Ikole campuses for improved efficiency
- INFRASTRUCTURAL DEVELOPMENT
30 new 300-seater classrooms constructed
Main access roads and hostel linkage roads completed
Campus covered with CCTV and security gates
Reactivation of abandoned 2020 Special High Impact Intervention projects
New tractors procured for faculties
Campus roads illuminated with solar-powered lighting
Over 150 completed projects across Oye and Ikole campuses since 2021
COMPLETED PROJECTS
Fasina Conference Centre (FCC) – FUOYE’s world-class conference & revenue-generating hub
Faculty of Law & Faculty of Education Buildings (100%)
3-in-1 Science Laboratory (100%)
Twin Lecture Theatres (250 Capacity Each – 100%)
Postgraduate School Building (100%)
Faculty of Agriculture Academic Offices (Ikole Campus – 100%)
Academic Offices (Oye Campus – 100%)
1000-Bed Hostel (100%)
ONGOING PROJECTS
Faculty of Social Sciences Building (70%)
Academic Office Building (90%)
Sports Pavilion (60%)
Academic Offices & Classrooms (50%)
Ultra-modern Senate Building (FEC Approved – Work Ongoing)
Students’ Village & Third University Gate Completed
- EFFICIENT BURSARY OPERATIONS AND STOPPAGE OF LEAKAGES
Reorganisation and computerisation of Bursary Department
Review of Bursary Procedure Manuals
Strict implementation of a cashless policy.
STAFF WELFARE
Subsidised transport system for staff
50% reduction in sundry fees for FUOYE staff in academic programmes
Functional staff canteen
Timely promotions processing
Honours and recognition for outstanding staff, strong and proactive labour-management relations
University Staff School Established
Rebate on Sundry Fees for FUOYE Staff’s Children (20% off for max. 2 children)
50% Rebate for FUOYE staff in Part-time Programmes
STUDENT WELFARE
Electronic voting system for Student Union Elections
Training and retreats for student leaders
Subsidised shuttle buses
Construction of Student Union Complex
Establishment of a Career Services Centre
UNIVERSITY BRANDING
Reformation of Media and Corporate Affairs Unit
Special publications highlighting FUOYE’s achievements
ICT CAPACITY BUILDING IN REGISTRY
Continuous capacity-building workshops initiated for Registry staff
INTERNATIONALISATION AND GLOBAL VISIBILITY
4th Most Subscribed University in Nigeria (2024 JAMB)
Student Population Doubled: From 21,000 in 2021 to 45,000+ in 2024
Postgraduate Expansion: 20+ new NUC-approved programmes (2024)
Academic Excellence: 173 staff promoted to Professorial Rank in 4 years
Global Ranking: FUOYE ranked 12th among 21 Nigerian Universities in Times Higher Education Rankings (1501+ Global Band)
New Deputy Vice-Chancellor Position (SPRIL) – Prof. Joshua Olalekan Ogunwole appointed as Pioneer DVC, Strategic Partnership, Research, Innovation & Linkages (SPRIL)
Professor of Practice & Diaspora Professor Initiative – Bridging academia & industry
Connected Autonomous Space Environment Sensor from Virginia Tech, USA – Boosting FUOYE’s research in Environmental Monitoring
FUOYE Joins Global Networks – Partnerships with the Leibniz Institute for Tropospheric Research (TROPOS), Germany
PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS (PPP) FOR DEVELOPMENT
BIVAS hostel completed and in use
Plans underway for additional hostel construction
EXPANSION THROUGH STUDENT ENROLMENT
Increased admission quota and student enrolment
Ongoing construction of OLOF Integrated 400-room hostel
ESTABLISHMENT OF DRIP IRRIGATION FOR WEALTH CREATION
Drip irrigation field project underway
DEEPENING ADVANCEMENT AND ALUMNI RELATIONS
Advancement Unit upgraded to Advancement Centre
Strengthened Alumni engagement for mutual benefits
