History Of Fuoye
Federal University Oye-Ekiti is a government-owned and operated Nigerian University. The university has two campuses located in the ancient cities of Oye-Ekiti and Ikole-Ekiti. The university was founded in 2011 as one of the federal universities established by the Federal Government of Nigeria during the administration of President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan.
UNDERGRADUATE
Federal University Oye-Ekiti offers undergraduate programmes in the fields of Agriculture, Arts, Law, Management Sciences, Social Sciences, Engineering, Education, Pharmacy, College of Medicine and Sciences.
The university has twelve faculties and a school of postgraduate studies.
Federal University Oye-Ekiti is poised towards the advancement of education in Nigeria especially in all the fields of interest. Since 2011, offers have been given to students across relevant educational backgrounds to undertake studies in all the faculties in the university. The school had its first graduating set in 2015, with its first convocation in April 2017.
Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) was one of the nine federal universities established by the government of Nigeria, pursuant to an executive order made by the former President of Nigeria, Goodluck Ebele Jonathan.
FUOYE’s pioneer Vice Chancellor was Professor Chinedu Ostadinma Nebo, and was succeeded by Professor Kayode Soremekun, who was appointed by President Buhari in 2016, followed by the immediat former VC, Professor A.S Fasina. The current Vice-chancellor of the school is Professor Joshua Olalekan Ogunwole
About the VC
Born 23rd July 1967 at Ibadan, Oyo State, Professor Joshua Olalekan Ogunwole, fondly called “Coach” by colleagues and mentees hails from Ogbomoso, Oyo State. A distinguished scholar and transformative leader, he brings to the position over three decades of progressive experience in teaching, research, and community service across some of Nigeria’s foremost universities and reputable international research institutions. Renowned for his ability to inspire excellence even in the face of limited resources, Professor Ogunwole has consistently demonstrated visionary leadership that converts constraints into opportunities, driving institutional renewal, innovation, and impactful results where others see impossibility.
He began his early education at St. Anne’s Primary Boarding School, Kakuri, Kaduna (1972–1977), proceeded to Tafawa Balewa Memorial College, Samaru-Zonkwa (1977–1982), and later attended the School of Basic Studies at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria (1983–1984). These formative years laid the foundation for his disciplined pursuit of academic excellence and his lifelong commitment to knowledge, leadership, and service.
Professor Ogunwole holds a B.Sc in Agriculture., M.Sc., and Ph.D. in Soil Science from Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, where he began his illustrious academic career. Over the years, he has served in various capacities across institutions, including Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Adamawa State University (ADSU), Federal University Dutsin-Ma (FUDMA), Bowen University, Iwo and Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), contributing significantly to institutional growth, staff development, and student success.
Until his current appointment, he served as Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Strategic Partnerships, Research, Innovation and Linkages, SPRIL) at Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE)
Professor Joshua O. Ogunwole
5th FUOYE Vice-Chancellor
Conclusion
Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) continues to grow as a dynamic centre of Academic excellence, innovation, research and character development. From its establishment in 2011 to its expanding campuses, programmes and community, FUOYE remains committed to preparing students to contribute meaningfully to Nigeria and the world.
FUOYE is more than a university – it is a growing community of knowledge, ambition, innovation and transformation.
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