UNILORIN Director of Affiliated Institutions Conducts Oversight Visit to Osun State Polytechnic, Iree
UNILORIN Director of Affiliated Institutions Conducts Oversight Visit to Osun State Polytechnic, Iree
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In a move to strengthen academic standards and institutional synergy, Professor Yahya Oyewole Imam, the Director of the Centre for Affiliated Institutions (CAI) at the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN), conducted a strategic oversight visit to Osun State Polytechnic (OSPOLY), Iree.
The visit is part of the University’s routine quality assurance mechanism to monitor and evaluate its affiliated partners, ensuring they adhere to the rigorous academic frameworks established by the Senate of the University of Ilorin.
High-Level Reception
Professor Imam and his delegation were warmly received by the leadership of the Polytechnic, led by the Rector, Alhaji Kehinde Adeyemi Alabi. Also present to facilitate the engagement were:
Omo'ba Abiodun Oyedele Oloyede – Registrar.
Mr. Elijah Ojebowale – Acting Bursar.
Dr. Daniel Alaje – Director, Centre for Affiliation Programmes (OSPOLY).
Strengthening Academic Bonds
During the visit, the Rector expressed appreciation for the partnership, noting that the affiliation with UNILORIN has significantly enhanced the academic profile of the Polytechnic. He reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to providing a conducive environment for students enrolled in the degree programmes moderated by the University.
On his part, Professor Imam highlighted that the oversight visit was aimed at ensuring that the standards of teaching, infrastructure, and examination processes remain at par with global best practices. He commended the OSPOLY management for their hospitality and their dedication to maintaining the quality of the UNILORIN-affiliated degree programmes.
Impact on Higher Education
Such collaborations between universities and polytechnics are vital for expanding access to degree-awarding education while maintaining a high level of vocational and technical expertise. The visit concluded with a brief facility tour and a closed-door session to review administrative logs and student records.
