NUC Approves 25 Degree Programmes for Adeyemi University of Education
The National Universities Commission (NUC) has approved 25 degree programmes for Adeyemi University of Education, Ondo, effective from the 2023/2024 academic session.
Chris Oyeoku Okafor 
The National Universities Commission (NUC) has given the green light for 25 degree programmes to commence at the newly established Adeyemi University of Education, Ondo, starting with the 2023/2024 academic session. This approval follows President Bola Tinubu’s directive to upgrade the former Adeyemi College of Education to a full-fledged university.
Dr. Samuel Akintunde, Acting Deputy Vice Chancellor of Adeyemi University, announced the NUC’s approval during a press briefing held in celebration of the institution's 60th anniversary. Dr. Akintunde highlighted the university’s successful transition, emphasizing that it now operates as an independent Federal University of Education.
In addressing the welfare of staff affected by the transition, Dr. Akintunde mentioned that the Minister of Education, Prof. Mamman Tahir, has been actively involved, approving measures to support staff and ensuring funding provisions for ongoing teaching practice for the remaining NCE programmes.
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As part of the anniversary celebrations, Prof. Tunde Babawale is scheduled to deliver the university lecture, while Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa will present the diamond anniversary lecture. Dr. Akintunde assured that the university will maintain its tradition of high academic standards and will not impose exorbitant tuition fees.
“We have consistently upheld high standards and will continue to do so as a university. With over 200 PhD holders, we are well-equipped to compete with other universities. Our commitment to quality education remains steadfast, and we will ensure that tuition fees are fair and reasonable,” said Dr. Akintunde.
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The institution’s dedication to maintaining quality education and affordability positions it as a competitive and resourceful university, ready to provide top-tier education to its students.
