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The Alumni Association of the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) has congratulated the institution’s newly appointed 5th substantive Vice Chancellor, Professor Joshua Olalekan Ogunwole, describing his appointment as “a defining moment that promises renewed academic vibrancy, strengthened administration, and deeper global engagement for the institution.” In a statement at the weekend in Oye-Ekiti by its National President, Temitope Arogundade, the association noted that the appointment of the professor of soil ecosystem is widely regarded as “a testament to his scholarly pedigree, transformational leadership style, and purposeful vision for higher education development in Nigeria.” The statement further added that the FUOYE students, staff, alumni, development partners, and stakeholders have welcomed the news with an atmosphere of hope and collective aspiration. “The Alumni Association of this great University joyfully celebrates the selection of Professor Joshua Olalekan Ogunwole as the 5th Substantive Vice-Chancellor of FUOYE. His outstanding academic journey, his administrative maturity, and his commitment to value-driven leadership resonate deeply with our aspirations for a university that stands tall in Nigeria and on the global stage,” the statement reads in part. Read Also: Ogunwole appointed FUOYE VC The association emphasised that with FUOYE’s rising student population, widening research footprint, and expanding national relevance, the role of the vice-chancellor at this moment in history demands strategic foresight, partnership cultivation, alumni engagement, and institutional strengthening; areas the association believes Professor Ogunwole is well-positioned to lead effectively. The association reaffirmed its readiness to collaborate closely with the new administration in areas such as alumni capacity mobilisation, professional mentorship for students, international academic linkages, resource development, research support, graduate employability initiatives, infrastructural expansion, and corporate relations. “The alumni association of FUOYE remains a strong and growing force with presence in every sector of the economy at home and abroad. We stand ready to work hand-in-hand with the vice chancellor-elect to broaden the university’s opportunities, raise its impact, and strengthen pathways that connect our students to the world. We believe that the future of FUOYE is a shared responsibility,” the statement added. The statement urged all stakeholders, staff, students, alumni, government partners, and community leaders to unite behind the new vice chancellor to build an era of shared development and progressive achievement.
