In a visionary move aimed at strengthening institutional identity, celebrating national excellence, and fostering strategic engagement, the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) has completed the official naming of major buildings and facilities across its campuses.
The milestone was spearheaded by the Directorate of Advancement, under the leadership of Professor Olubukola Oyawoye, working in alignment with the office of the Acting Vice-Chancellor, Professor Olubunmi Shittu.
Newsline NG learnt that the naming exercise which is a first of its kind in the university's history, symbolizes a bold step in recognising individuals whose lives and service have significantly impacted Nigeria in education, leadership, innovation, public health, media, science, and entrepreneurship.
According to Professor Oyawoye, the initiative is designed to immortalize the contributions of exceptional Nigerians while also inspiring the FUOYE community through the stories and values these names represent.
“This project celebrates the power of legacy,” she said.
“We are proud to associate our university’s future with the footprints of giants across multiple sectors. These names will not only shape identity, but also ignite ambition in our students and staff
In his reaction, the Acting Vice-Chancellor, Professor Olubunmi Shittu, praised the initiative as transformational.
"This is more than naming buildings — it's about aligning FUOYE with national ideals of excellence, integrity, and service,” she remarked.
“We deeply appreciate the honourees and congratulate the Directorate of Advancement for delivering a project that blends vision with impact.”
Our correspondent gathered that the implementation was widely praised as FUOYE continues its upward trajectory in academics, infrastructure, and innovation, this initiative marks a defining moment in its journey to becoming a globally recognized institution rooted in purpose, heritage, and excellence.
Full List Of Named Buildings and Facilities at fuoye included; Administrative and Central Facilities, University Main Library – Adesuyi Lanre Library, New ICT Base – Kayode Ojo ICT Centre, New Senate Building – Bola Ahmed Tinubu Senate Building, Main Administration Building – Mohammed Yahuza Admin Block, Convocation Ground (1000-Seater Auditorium) – Victor Ndoma-Egba Auditorium
Others included; University Main Auditorium (Phase 1) – Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi Auditorium, University Health Centre – Ameyo Stella Adadevoh Building, FUOYE Microfinance Bank – Olusegun Alebiosu Building, FUOYE Innovation Hub, Oye – Solomon Olamilekan Adeola – Yayi Hall, Entrepreneur Centre, Oye – Folorunso Alakija Complex, FUOYE Business School – Wole Olanipekun Building, Sports Arena, Oye – Samuel Oparaji Sport Arena, Millennium Park – Obafemi Awolowo Freedom Park, Academic Faculties and Departments, Theatre and Media Arts – Wole Soyinka Auditorium, Faculty of Arts – Jacob Festus Adeniyi Ajayi Building, Faculty of Agriculture – Olusegun Obasanjo Building, Faculty of Education – Peter Okebukola Building, Faculty of Environmental Sciences – Fola Alade Building, Faculty of Engineering – Chinedu Nebo Building, Faculty of Management Sciences – Bisi Onasanya Building, Faculty of Science – Goodluck Ebele Jonathan Building, Faculty of Communication & Media Studies – Tony Momoh Building among others
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