LAUTECH Retains Top Spot as Best State Varsity in Nigeria
The announcement was made by the Oyo State commissioner for information and civic orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade, who revealed that LAUTECH maintained its top position. Additionally, Covenant University, Ota, and the University of Ibadan were recognized as the other two topmost universities in the country.
AKACHI NOEL 
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso, has once again secured its position as the best state university in Nigeria for the past two consecutive years. The prestigious ranking was recently published in the January 2024 edition of the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings.
The announcement was made by the Oyo State commissioner for information and civic orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade, who revealed that LAUTECH maintained its top position. Additionally, Covenant University, Ota, and the University of Ibadan were recognized as the other two topmost universities in the country.
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Prince Oyelade reflected on LAUTECH's journey, highlighting a remarkable turnaround in the last two years. He credited Governor Seyi Makinde for playing a pivotal role in restoring the university's past glory, emphasizing the commitment to educational excellence.
Governor Makinde's efforts included negotiating an N8 billion severance agreement with Osun State, making Oyo State the sole owner of LAUTECH. This strategic move allowed the state to consolidate its ambitions for the institution and expand its academic offerings with the establishment of the Faculty of Agriculture and Renewal Science in Iseyin last year.
The commissioner for education, science, and technology, Prof Saliu Adelabu, commended LAUTECH's well-deserved ranking, attributing it to the state government's determination to invest in the future of the institution. He expressed confidence that LAUTECH would continue to be a source of pride for Nigeria and Africa.
The recognition comes as a testament to LAUTECH's commitment to academic excellence and its significant strides under Governor Seyi Makinde's administration.
