ADELEKE REPLACES UNIOSUN GOVERNING COUNCIL WITH NEW MEMBERS

By:Tajudeen Aminat
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has dissolved the Governing Council of Osun State University and constituted a new council as part of efforts to strengthen the administration and governance of the institution.
A statement issued by the governor in Osogbo on Friday said the decision was aimed at ensuring continuity in the university’s administration and preventing any disruption in its operations.
The newly constituted council will be chaired by Sooko (Prof.) Adewale Abiodun Oladipo as Pro-Chancellor and Chairman. Oladipo also headed the dissolved council.
Other members of the reconstituted council are 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.
Adeleke urged the new council to build on the university’s achievements and provide the necessary support for its continued development.
The governor specifically charged the council to sustain the institution’s strong record and support its management in delivering further innovations.
According to the statement, the reconstitution was also intended to prevent any administrative gaps in the running of the university.
The inauguration of the new Governing Council is scheduled for Monday, August 31, 2026.
