FUTES-IYIN Scholars Rank Among Nigeria’s Top 500 Researchers, Two Make Global Top 2% Scientists List
Four scholars from the Federal University of Technology and Environmental Sciences, Iyin-Ekiti (FUTES-IYIN), have been recognised among Nigeria’s top 500 researchers, with two also featuring among the world’s top 2% scientists.
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Four scholars from the Federal University of Technology and Environmental Sciences, Iyin-Ekiti (FUTES-IYIN), have been recognised among Nigeria’s top 500 researchers, with two also featuring among the world’s top 2% scientists.
The Centre for Research Development and Innovation (CeRDI) of the university announced the recognitions, describing them as evidence of the institution’s growing commitment to research excellence, innovation and impactful scholarship.
According to the October 2026 national ranking, Professor Omolayo Ikumapayi emerged 11th, Professor Olakunle Salawu ranked 26th, Dr. Olaoluwa Omole placed 332nd, while Professor Abiodun Oguntimilehin ranked 358th among Nigeria’s top 500 researchers.
In a separate international ranking, Ikumapayi and Salawu were recognised among the world’s top 2% scientists.
The Director of CeRDI, Professor Folasade Isinkaye, congratulated the scholars, describing their achievements as a testament to the university’s commitment to advancing research, innovation and academic excellence.
The Centre also congratulated the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Gbenga Aribisala, noting that his leadership continues to provide direction for the university’s pursuit of academic distinction, research development and innovation.
CeRDI described the recognitions as a source of pride for the university community, adding that the scholars’ contributions to research and knowledge advancement support FUTES-IYIN’s ambition to establish itself as a centre of excellence in technology, environmental sciences and interdisciplinary research.
