The National Universities Commission (NUC) has given Adeyemi Federal University of Education (AFUED) in Ondo permission to launch 25 new academic programs beginning with the 2023–2024 academic year. On Friday, May 17, 2024, Dr. Samuel Akintunde, Acting Deputy Vice-Chancellor, made the official announcement of this milestone.
Complete Approval from NUC
The NUC’s approval comes after a comprehensive Resource Verification Exercise that was led by commission representatives and a group of specialists from several Nigerian postsecondary institutions. A number of courses from a variety of faculties, including the arts, education, social sciences, science, and vocational and technical education, were evaluated in this exercise.
Remarks of Dr. Samuel Akintunde
“Sincerely, I thank you all for your dedication to the realization of the great dream of serving in a university called Adeyemi Federal University of Education, Ondo,” said Dr. Akintunde, expressing his thanks and excitement about the progress.
Notable Persons in Attendance during the Approval Ceremony
Several prominent members of the NUC and AFUED attended the ratification ceremony held at the NUC headquarters in Abuja. Among the delegation were:
- Dr. S.A. Akintunde: Deputy Vice-Chancellor
- Dr. A. O. Olajuyigbe: Chairman, University Transition Committee
- Mrs. O. O. Fakorede: Acting Registrar
- Amb. Godson Echegile: Reputable Alumnus of the University
- Mr. Chris Maiyaki: Acting Executive Secretary, NUC
- Mr. Abubakar Girei: Acting Director of Academic Planning, NUC
- Dr. Tope Oziegbe: Director Academic Planning, AFUED
- Dr. R.O. Sanni: Dean, School of Science
Effect on the Academic Environment at AFUED
It is anticipated that the addition of these 25 new programs will greatly expand AFUED’s academic offerings and attractiveness. The newly authorized programs include a wide range of academic areas, solidifying AFUED’s reputation as a comprehensive organization committed to high-quality instruction and the promotion of academic achievement.
The Recently Introduced Academic Programs
The announcement did not include a complete list of the new programs, but the approval spans a wide range of academic fields, demonstrating the institution’s dedication to broadening its intellectual horizons and giving students more possibilities.
In Summary
Adeyemi Federal University of Education, Ondo has achieved a major milestone with the NUC’s approval of 25 new academic programs. This accomplishment is a credit to the commitment and diligence of the university’s leadership and employees. It also provides fresh options for incoming students looking for a variety of academic programs. AFUED keeps reaffirming its standing as a preeminent university, prepared to offer top-notch instruction in a range of subjects.
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