Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has approved the appointment of new Governing Council Chairmen and members for all state-owned tertiary institutions, marking a comprehensive overhaul of the education sector’s leadership structure. The announcement, made public on Tuesday through the Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, lists prominent academics, industry leaders and seasoned administrators who will steer the institutions for the next four years.
The appointments cover seven tertiary institution as illustrated in the table below:
| Institution | Chairman/Chairperson | Notable Members |
|---|---|---|
| The Polytechnic, Ibadan | Prof. Adeolu Akande | Dr. Kemi Adeleke, Eng. Femi Ojo |
| Emmanuel Alayande College of Education | Dr. (Mrs.) Ayotunde Ajibola | Chief Bola Ige, Prof. Tunde Lawal |
| Oyo State College of Agriculture & Tech | Chief Bayo Adelabu | Alhaji Yinka Adisa, Dr. Funmi Laja |
| The Oke-Ogun Polytechnic, Saki | Barr. Olufemi Abioye | Hon. Segun Ogunwale, Dr. A. Rahman |
| College of Health Science & Technology | Dr. Olusola Taiwo | Nurse Folake Adeyanju, Pharm. I. Bello |
| Adeseun Ogundoyin Polytechnic, Eruwa | Prof. Jacob Adeoti | Eng. David Oke, Mrs. Bisi Awolowo |
| Oyo State College of Nursing & Midwifery | Dr. (Mrs.) Adebisi Adeniran | Dr. Kolawole Ajayi, Mrs. T. Ogunlesi |
Key Notes:
✔ Tenure: 4-year term (2024–2028)
✔ Focus Areas: Accreditation, infrastructure, partnerships
✔ Announcement Date: June 25, 2024
Why This Matters
► Implements Makinde’s education reform agenda
► Brings fresh perspectives to institutional governance
► Aligns with ongoing infrastructure upgrades in schools
Expected Impact
- Improved accreditation for key programs
- Stronger industry-academia partnerships
- Enhanced administrative efficiency
