Toye Fisher
The Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) has appointed two new Deputy Vice-Chancellors (DVCs) following its statutory Senate meeting held on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at the institution’s newly inaugurated ultra-modern Senate Chamber.
At the meeting, the first to be presided over by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Joshua Ogunwole, Professor Babatunde Afolabi secured 59.9% of the votes to emerge as Deputy Vice-Chancellor, while Professor Joshua Omotosho recorded an overwhelming 93.4% in his category, reflecting strong support from members of Senate.
The appointments mark a significant step in strengthening the university’s leadership structure as the new administration sets its agenda for institutional growth and transformation. Speaking during the session, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Joshua Ogunwole emphasized his commitment to building a united leadership team capable of driving innovation, academic excellence, and strategic development across all faculties and directorates.
Professor Ogunwole also assured members of Senate of an inclusive and transparent administration, encouraging open dialogue and constructive engagement in decision-making processes. He reiterated that differing opinions, when expressed respectfully, remain vital to the progress of the university.
Beyond the appointments, Senate approved key policy decisions aimed at modernizing academic operations. Among them was the approval for examinations to be conducted online for the Institute of Part- Time Studies (IPTS) for the first time, as well as the restructuring of the Institute’s system to improve efficiency. The Senate also approved the conduct of online project defence for postgraduate students, further demonstrating FUOYE’s commitment to leveraging technology in advancing academic processes.
The appointment of the two new Deputy Vice-Chancellors signals a new chapter in FUOYE’s governance, reinforcing the university’s resolve to pursue excellence and innovation in line with global best practices.
