KWASU VC Reaffirms Commitment to Staff Welfare at Reception for Newly Promoted Professors

The Vice-Chancellor of Kwara State University (KWASU), Prof. Shaykh-Luqman Jimoh, has reaffirmed the institution's commitment to staff welfare, assuring employees of the university's continued dedication to the prompt payment of their entitlements.

Prof. Jimoh gave the assurance while hosting the university's 20 newly promoted professors and their spouses at a special reception held on Thursday, July 16, 2026.

He described the 2025 promotion exercise as a significant achievement, noting that 20 academic staff members attained the rank of professor through a transparent and merit-based process.

According to the Vice-Chancellor, all the newly promoted professors received favourable assessments from external evaluators, reflecting the quality of their research output and scholarly contributions.

He urged the professors to sustain a culture of impactful research, mentor younger academics, and continue to strengthen the university's reputation through innovative scholarship and academic excellence.

Speaking on behalf of the newly promoted professors, Prof. Adeyinka Elizabeth Ajibola thanked the university management for its support and confidence in their abilities.

She pledged that the newly promoted professors would continue to uphold the values of excellence, dedicated service, and academic distinction while contributing to the advancement of the university's vision.

The reception was attended by the university's principal officers and the deans of the faculties where the newly promoted professors serve.