BY AFOLABI OLANREWAJU
UNIHUB CONNECT TV
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| Professor Abayomi Fasina |
Oye-Ekiti, Nigeria – March 5, 2025
The Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), Professor Abayomi Fasina, has been recognized with the prestigious Daily Independent Newspapers’ Best Vice-Chancellor Award for 2024. This honor celebrates his visionary leadership and impactful contributions that have propelled FUOYE to greater heights in academic excellence.
Since assuming office four years ago, Professor Fasina has overseen significant infrastructural advancements, introduced cutting-edge academic programs, and implemented strategic initiatives that have strengthened FUOYE’s reputation both nationally and internationally. His leadership has played a pivotal role in enhancing the university’s global rankings and overall academic standing.
The Independent Board of Editors, in selecting Professor Fasina for the award, highlighted his outstanding achievements, particularly his commitment to staff development, student welfare, and continuous academic improvements. His leadership has positioned FUOYE as a top-tier institution within Nigeria’s higher education landscape.
FUOYE’s rising prominence was further validated by its impressive ranking in the Times Higher Education Interdisciplinary Science Rankings, where it secured a spot among Nigeria’s top seven universities. This recognition underscores the institution’s growing influence in research, innovation, and academic excellence under Professor Fasina’s guidance.
While receiving the award, Professor Fasina dedicated it to the FUOYE community—staff, students, and stakeholders—whose collective efforts have contributed to the university’s progress. He reaffirmed his commitment to sustaining FUOYE’s upward trajectory and ensuring its continued distinction in the academic sphere.
This award serves as a testament to Professor Fasina’s transformative leadership and unwavering dedication to advancing FUOYE’s mission of excellence and innovation in higher education.
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