The National Universities Commission (NUC) has approved the commencement of full-time mode for seven (7) new academic programmes at Ekiti State University (EKSU), Ado-Ekiti. This followed the outcome of the May 2025 Resource Verification Visit, carried out by panels of experts from the commission to assess the human and material resources available for specific programmes, ensuring the institution’s compliance with national academic standards.
The Deputy Registrar/Head of the Directorate of Information and Corporate Affairs, Bode Olofinmuagun, in a statement on Monday, said, “This cheering news was received with excitement by the management, staff, and students of the university, as it marks another major stride in the university’s drive towards academic excellence and honour.” According to the letter conveying the approval, the newly approved programmes include B.Sc. Mechatronics Engineering, B.Sc. Agricultural Economics, B.Sc. Agricultural Extension and Rural Development, and B.Sc. Animal Science, Others are B.Sc. Crop Science, B.Sc. Horticulture and Landscape. Management, and B.Sc. Soil Science The letter, dated July 17, 2025, was signed by Abubakar Girei, the Acting Director of Academic Planning at the NUC, on behalf of the Executive Secretary of the NUC, and addressed to the Vice Chancellor of Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti.
The Vice Chancellor of the university, Professor Joseph Ayodele, described the approval as a dream come true, the culmination of the university’s academic and administrative staff’s relentless efforts. He added that the milestone reflects the university’s unwavering commitment to expanding educational frontiers and addressing the evolving needs of contemporary society. The Vice Chancellor appreciated the Governor of Ekiti State and visitor to the university, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji; the Chancellor of the University, Dr Tunji Olowolafe; and the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, Prof. Akin Oyebode, for their impactful efforts and commitment to expanding the university’s global presence. The statement added that, “With this development, prospective students can now apply for admission into these newly approved programmes starting from the 2025/2026 academic session.”
