The out going Vice Chancellor of the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, Professor Abayomi Fashina has reeled out scores of his achievements in the university in the past five years in an interactive session with journalists in Ekiti at the institution’s main campus today, February 2, as part of activities for the 10th convocation activities of the university scheduled for February 7th, this year.
The vice chancellor said his administration recorded significant milestones that reflect purposeful leadership, institutional discipline, and steady growth. First on his achievements according to him is the University’s ability to achieved a remarkable 310 per cent increase in Internally Generated
Revenue, strengthening financial sustainability and enhancing its capacity to support academic and infrastructural development.
Professor Fashina said this financial growth has been matched by a notable expansion in student enrolment, further consolidating FUOYE’s position as a university of choice among prospective students nationwide.
He noted further that, In terms of academic development, the University expanded its programme offerings significantly, growing from eight to ten faculties and introducing eighty-four new academic programmes. This expansion he said, reflects deliberate efforts to align teaching and learning with national development needs and global academic trends.
“As a result of these developments, FUOYE emerged as the fourth most subscribed university in Nigeria, out of a total of three hundred and three universities, according to
national admission statistics.
“Human capital development has remained a priority. Within a five-year period, the University recorded over two hundred and four professorial promotions, a clear indication of
a vibrant academic environment that rewards scholarship, research productivity, and professional excellence.
“The University’s progress has also been validated through international assessment. In the latest Times Higher Education 2026 rankings, FUOYE was ranked fourth in Nigeria, affirming its rising national stature.” He said.
The out going vice chancellor said further that, deliberate investments in carrying capacity, infrastructure, and staffing have ensured that academic expansion is supported by adequate physical facilities and qualified
personnel. He noted that with respect to global visibility, the University has continued to strengthen its ranking profile.
He said, In 2024, FUOYE gained recognition across several prestigious Times Higher Education categories, including the Impact Rankings, World University Rankings and Interdisciplinary.
Total Graduands according to Fashina is 7,396. First Class: 131, Second Class Upper (2:1): 2,519, Second Class Lower (2:2): 3,777, Third Class: 966, Pass: 3
Overall Best Student, Adeniyi Maryam Adedolapo ANA/2020/1006, B.Sc. Medical Science (Anatomy), CGPA: 4.89
Milestones of Stewardship.
Professor Fashina said the first major step he took when he assumed office as the Vice Chancellor in 2021 is to set up a twenty point agenda that will transform FUOYE to a globally recognized university.
According to him, “When I assumed office as Vice-Chancellor, I came in with a clear vision and a twenty-point
agenda to reposition our University. Today, I stand before you to state that all items in the twenty-point agenda were accomplished to varying degrees, to the glory of Almighty God. Indeed, one can confidently conclude that FUOYE has undergone significant transformation.
“Drive for internally generated revenue and risk-to-wealth initiatives, Expansion through increased student enrolment and growth in admissions, Sustaining the University Strategic Plan as a guide for achieving our vision, Institutional efficiency through the blockage of leakages and the elimination of waste.
“Also, Establishment of an Advancement Directorate to harness alumni relations and the network of FUOYE friends,
establishment of drip irrigation fields and green revolution projects for wealth
creation through the production of high-value crops, Creation of Ventures and Consultancy Unit, Establishment of College of Medicine, Entrepreneurial vision through entrepreneurship training for all students.
“Others include, Establishment of an Institute of Food Security and Commercial Agriculture, Enhancing the visibility of FUOYE academic staff
one can confidently conclude that FUOYE has undergone significant
transformation.”
The out going vice chancellor outlined the twenty-point agenda as follows;
Creation of a Centre for Research, Innovation, Creativity and grantsmanship, including the appointment of a Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Strategic Partnerships,
Research, Innovation and Linkages, and the appointment of Directors for Research. Innovation, Strategic Partnerships and Linkages.
Restructuring of the Directorate of Information and Communication Technology, An aggressive drive for infrastructural development, Improvement of University governance, enhancement of bursary efficiency, and
responsible spending including plans for the full computerisation of bursary
operations.
Also, Improvement of staff and student welfare, Strengthening University branding through the Media and Corporate Affairs Unit, Capacity building within the Registry and full deployment of information and communication technology, Regular summits and retreats for planning, evaluation, and continuous improvement,
Development and adoption of a Strategic Plan (2026–2030) Over the past five years, we have focused vigorously on the implementation of the twenty point agenda above, the Vice Chancellor said.
Professor Fashina said this 20 point agenda has enhanced the credibility of the institution through Science Rankings, and Sub-Saharan Africa Rankings. These achievements according to him, reflect growing academic maturity, increasing global visibility, and a sustained commitment to excellence.
He stressed further that within the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings, FUOYE ranked among twenty-six Nigerian universities, demonstrating a strong commitment to advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals through research, innovation, and sustainable institutional practices.
Furthermore, in its debut appearance in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings, FUOYE ranked twelfth among twenty-one qualified Nigerian universities, out of
three hundred and three universities nationwide.
Fashina said, these accolades reinforce FUOYE’s mission to provide quality education while driving societal transformation through innovative research, inclusive institutional policies,
and sustained community engagement.
He maintained that, the University remains steadfast in its pursuit of excellence and unwavering in its commitment to making meaningful contributions at local, regional, and global levels.
