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Osun State Governor Dissolves, Reconstitutes University Governing Council

From The Punch · () English

Translated from English and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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  • Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke dissolved and reconstituted the Governing Council of Osun State University.
  • The move aims to ensure continuity and strengthen the institution's governance structure.
  • Sooko (Prof.) Adewale Abiodun Oladipo will chair the new council, retaining his position as Pro-Chancellor.

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has dissolved and reconstituted the Governing Council of Osun State University (UNIOSUN). The decision, announced Friday in Osogbo, aims to bolster the university's governance framework and ensure uninterrupted operations.

sustain the excellent record of the University

— Ademola AdelekeGovernor Adeleke's directive to the newly reconstituted Governing Council.

Governor Adeleke stated that the reconstitution is intended to maintain continuity in the university's administration and prevent operational gaps. Sooko (Prof.) Adewale Abiodun Oladipo has been appointed as the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the new council, a role he previously held on the dissolved body.

Other members of the newly formed council include Alhaji Gbadegesin Lawal, Her Excellency Otunba Titi Laoye-Ponnle, Mr Akinola Franklin Omoniyi, Chief Funminiyi Awotide, Mr Orija Samuel Adebayo, and Mrs Adewale Adetayo Bola. The governor urged the new council to build upon the university's existing achievements and provide essential support for its ongoing growth.

support the university management for further innovative deliveries

— Ademola AdelekeGovernor Adeleke's directive to the newly reconstituted Governing Council.

Adeleke specifically tasked the council with sustaining the university's "excellent record" and supporting management for "further innovative deliveries." The inauguration of the new Governing Council is scheduled for Monday, August 31, 2026. The move signifies the governor's commitment to effective leadership and the continued development of the institution.

avoid gaps in the operation of the globally rated university

— Ademola AdelekeThe stated intention behind the reconstitution of the Governing Council.
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Originally published by The Punch in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.

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