LASU Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Oseni Taiwo Afisi, Inducted into Chartered Institute of Directors Nigeria

The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academics), Lagos State University, Professor Oseni Taiwo Afisi, FSPSP, FCP, has been inducted into the prestigious Chartered Institute of Directors, Nigeria (CIoD), the apex professional body representing directors, business leaders, technocrats, and senior public sector officials in the country.

The induction ceremony, held on Thursday, 30th April 2026, at the Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos, saw Professor Afisi formally conferred with distinguished membership of the Institute, earning him the professional designation M.CIoD.

A Professor of Philosophy of Science, Logic, and Critical Rationalism, Professor Afisi’s induction into the Institute reflects his longstanding contributions to academia, leadership, and institutional governance. The recognition further underscores his commitment to excellence, strategic thinking, and high-level administrative competence within and beyond the University system.

He was accompanied to the ceremony by his wife, Mrs Rosemary Taiwo-Afisi.

Reacting to the development, the Vice-Chancellor of Lagos State University, Distinguished Professor Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello, mni, NPOM, congratulated Professor Afisi on the honour, describing it as well deserved and a testament to his outstanding leadership and professional distinction. She noted that the recognition not only brings pride to the University but also reinforces LASU’s reputation for producing and nurturing leaders of national relevance.

The University community celebrates this milestone and extends warm congratulations to Professor Afisi on this significant professional achievement.