The University of Ibadan (UI) has launched a new opportunity for prospective students through its Open Distance eLearning (ODeL) programme, designed to expand access to higher education across Nigeria.
The initiative offers an alternative pathway for qualified candidates who may have been denied admission through the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) or are unable to pursue full-time, on-campus study at the university.
As part of the admission drive, UI has opened a special screening and verification exercise for Post-UTME candidates who wish to switch their mode of study to the UI Distance Learning Centre (UIDLC).
In an interview, Prof Babatunde Omobowale, Director of UIDLC, described the development as a significant boost for admission seekers nationwide.
“This initiative provides a credible alternative for candidates who meet the minimum academic requirements but were unable to secure admission through the conventional route.
“It is also ideal for working professionals and entrepreneurs who require flexible learning options,” Omobowale said.
According to him, candidates must update their academic records before undergoing verification, which can be completed online via their portal or in person at the UIDLC Administrative Building Complex, located at the University of Ibadan Extension along Sasa-Ajibode Road.
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