The Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) Alumni Association has extended its warmest congratulations to Professor Joshua Olalekan Ogunwole on his emergence as the Vice-Chancellor-elect of the University
The Association describes his appointment as “a defining moment that promises renewed academic vibrancy, strengthened administration, and deeper global engagement for the institution.”
In a comprehensive statement issued in Oye-Ekiti and signed by the National President of the Alumni Association Temitope Arogundade, the Association noted that Professor Ogunwole’s appointment is widely regarded as a testament to his scholarly pedigree, transformational leadership style, and purposeful vision for higher education development in Nigeria.
It added that the FUOYE community students, staff, alumni, development partners, and stakeholders has 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 read.
The Association emphasized 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.
Speaking further, the Alumni President highlighted the Association’s readiness to collaborate closely with the new administration in areas such as alumni capacity mobilization, professional mentorship for students, international academic linkages, resource development, research support, graduate employability initiatives, infrastructural expansion, and corporate relations.
“The Alumni of FUOYE remain 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.
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