University of Ibadan Alumni - Advancement Centre, University of Ibadan Alumni, Ibadan (2026)

07/10/2026

UI HOSTS 3RD QUARTERLY NUC/PARASTATALS SERVICOM COMMITTEE MEETING

The University of Ibadan recently hosted the meeting of the NUC/Parastatals SERVICOM Committee for the third-quarter in 2026, with the University reaffirming its commitment to effective service delivery and improved customer satisfaction.

The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), University of Ibadan, Professor Juwon Arotiba, who received the delegation on a courtesy visit on behalf of the Vice-Chancellor, noted the importance of holding regular review meetings as it helps to monitor progress and keep track with the mandate of SERVICOM. He expressed the pleasure of the University of Ibadan at hosting the committee while also affirming its resolve and commitment towards strengthening its service delivery mechanisms.

He appreciated the committee for choosing the University as the host of the third-quarter meeting and expressed the University’s readiness to support initiatives aimed at improving service delivery in Nigerian universities.

The Director of the SERVICOM Unit in the University of Ibadan, Prof. Oluseyi Ezekiel Awe, explained that the meeting was part of the activities of the NUC/Parastatals SERVICOM Committee. He noted that the first-quarter meeting had been held at Taraba State University, where the University of Ibadan was selected to host the third-quarter meeting.

He commended the University’s management for its support of the SERVICOM initiative and congratulated the Institution on the review of its Service Charter. The Director further stated that the reviewed Service Charter would be launched as part of the activities of the meeting.

The Acting CEO of SERVICOM, Presidency, Mrs Helen Lawal, appreciated the University of Ibadan for hosting the third-quarter meeting and acknowledged the Institution’s commitment to promoting effective service delivery.
She noted that the meeting provided an opportunity for members of the NUC/Parastatals SERVICOM Committee to assess progress, share experiences and strengthen mechanisms for improving service delivery across Nigerian universities.

She also commended the University’s management for supporting the SERVICOM initiative and expressed optimism that the reviewed Service Charter would further enhance accountability, responsiveness and customer satisfaction within the University.

The quarterly meeting took off immediately after the courtesy visit.

07/10/2026

1986 AGRICULTURE ALUMNI BRING LIGHT, LEGACY BACK TO ALMA MATER – UI DVC

The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research, Innovation and Strategic Partnerships), University of Ibadan (UI), Professor Simisola Akintola, has commended the 1986 set of the Faculty of Agriculture and Forestry Alumni Association for transforming their 40th anniversary homecoming into a legacy of lasting impact through a major intervention in the University.

Professor Akintola stated this while receiving the alumni on a courtesy visit on behalf of the Vice-Chancellor. The 1986 set of the Faculty of Agriculture and Forestry were in the University of Ibadan to mark their 40th anniversary since graduation, describing the occasion as a significant homecoming.

Prof. Akintola congratulated the alumni on attaining 40 years after graduation, noting that their return was particularly remarkable because they had not merely come to reminisce about their student days but had chosen to give back to the institution that gave them the foundation to succeed in life.

She noted that the alumni's decision to illuminate the Faculty of Agriculture and Renewable Natural Resources and refurbish the lecture theatres was “no small undertaking”, as it required considerable time, resources and personal commitment.

She described the intervention as a demonstration of how nostalgia could be converted into meaningful impact, stressing that the project would improve the academic experience of current and future generations of students.
According to her, the alumni had taken personal memories from their time as students and transformed them into
public good for students they might never meet.

The Deputy Vice Chancellor observed that 40 years earlier, the alumni had walked the fields and occupied lecture halls as students learning the science of feeding the nation, but had now returned to provide a better learning environment for those following after them.

She noted that infrastructure has remained a major challenge facing federal institutions in Nigeria, particularly because of the financial demands associated with maintaining such facilities. She therefore described the alumni's intervention as timely, stressing that a well-equipped and well-lit environment was not a luxury but a basic requirement for quality education.

She assured the alumni that the University administration would continue to deepen its relationship with the
association through areas such as student mentorship, research collaboration with the Faculty of Agriculture, practical training and support for future initiatives aimed at sustaining UI's leadership in agricultural education.

The DVC further noted that the project had demonstrated the strength of the bond between an Institution and its alumni, adding that such a relationship could extend beyond physical projects to positively influence the lives of generations of students to come. She stated that the alumni set were being received, not as visitors but as members of the University family.

Earlier, the Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture, Professor S.O. Oshunsanya, said the 1986 set had returned to the University to celebrate four decades since their graduation and to give back to their alma mater through a legacy project. He disclosed that the alumni had provided solar lighting for the Faculties of Agriculture and Renewable Natural Resources, transforming the environment from a poorly lit area into a well-illuminated academic space.

He noted that the alumni had also furnished seats in the two lecture theatres of the Faculty, comprising the large and small lecture theatres. He described the intervention as a significant contribution to the Faculty and expressed appreciation to the alumni for choosing their 40th anniversary as an opportunity to give back to the institution.

Speaking on behalf of the alumni, the President of the 1986 Faculty of Agriculture and Forestry alumni Association and Vice-Chancellor of Edo State University, Professor Victor Adetimirin, expressed gratitude to the University for the opportunity to return to their alma mater.
Professor Adetimirin thanked members of the Give Back and Reunion Committee, for their dedication and sacrifices towards making the reunion possible. He described the alumni set as a distinguished group whose members had excelled in different fields, including academia and business. According to him, the set currently has 19 professors and six PhDs, with more achievements still being recorded by members of the class.

Professor Adetimirin said the University of Ibadan had provided them with the foundation they needed to face the world, adding that they continued to carry the identity and values of the University wherever they went. “This is homecoming for us,” he said, expressing gratitude that they had been able to return to the University 40 years after leaving as students.

He also remembered members of the set who had passed away, noting that although they were no longer physically present, their memories remained an important part of the reunion. He said their names had been included in the reunion programme as a way of honoring their memory.

Speaking about the legacy project, Professor Adetimirin expressed delight at seeing the completed intervention physically after previously viewing only pictures and videos of the work. He described the project as an effort to bring light back to the Faculty, drawing inspiration from the biblical statement that “the light shines and the darkness can never overcome it.”

Professor Adetimirin said members of the set had continued to be “light” in their various spheres of influence
and pledged that they would continue to contribute to the development of their alma mater.

The commissioning of the legacy project took place immediately after the courtesy visit.

07/10/2026

UI CELEBRATES PROFESSOR JAYEOLA’S RETIREMENT AFTER 26 YEARS OF MERITORIOUS SERVICE

The University of Ibadan has celebrated Professor A.A Jayeola, a distinguished Academic in the Department of Botany, Faculty of Science, on his retirement from the services of the University after about 26 years of service.

The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), University of Ibadan, Professor Juwon Arotiba, who represented the Vice-Chancellor, at the courtesy visit preceeding the valedictory service in his honour, commended Professor Jayeola for his outstanding contributions to teaching, research, mentoring and community service in the University.

The DVC described Professor Jayeola as an experienced scholar whose contributions to the University had helped to promote academic excellence, particularly in the area of plant anatomy, taxonomy and molecular studies.

He noted that Professor Jayeola had contributed significantly to the training and mentoring of students and had made valuable contributions to research, particularly in areas relating to important crops such as yam.

Professor Arotiba noted that even though retirement marked the end of Professor Jayeola’s active service, his wealth of experience would continue to be valuable to the University. He appreciated him for his commitment to the University and prayed that he would enjoy the fruits of his labour in good health, peace and fulfilment.

Earlier, the Head of the Department of Botany, Professor Taye R. Fasola, described Professor Jaiyeola as a great teacher, mentor and dedicated academic who had touched many lives in the course of his career. She recalled that Professor Jaiyeola transferred his services from Obafemi Awolowo University to the University of Ibadan in 1998 and had since contributed immensely to the development of the Department of Botany.

She noted that his passion for Botany extended beyond the classroom, adding that he had positively influenced generations of students through his teaching, mentoring and fieldwork. She further stated that, Professor Jayeola’s students are spread across the globe, a development she noted, that reflects the impact of his academic career.

Also speaking, Prof I. A Oladosu the Dean, Faculty of Science, commended Professor Jayeola for his contributions to the Faculty and the University over the years. He said Professor Jayeola had spent about 44 years in the teaching profession, including approximately 26 years at the University of Ibadan.

The Dean described Professor Jayeola as a dedicated academic who had always been willing to support the Faculty whenever his assistance was needed. He commended his spirit of cooperation and his commitment to the development of the Faculty.

He noted that although Professor Jayeola was retiring from active service, his wealth of experience and expertise would remain valuable to the Faculty and the University. The Dean therefore urged him to remain available to the Faculty whenever his experience and expertise were required. He wished Professor Jaiyeola a fulfilling retirement and prayed for his continued success in the years ahead.

Responding, Professor Jayeola expressed appreciation to the University administration and his colleagues at the Faculty of Science as well as the Department of Botany for their support throughout his career. He particularly appreciated the University management for its support towards the development of the Department of Botany, including efforts to strengthen its staffing and improve its facilities.

Professor Jayeola also appreciated his students, family and other members of the University community for their contributions to his successful career. He expressed hope that the Department would continue to receive the necessary support to strengthen its academic and infrastructural capacity.

Professor Jayeola prayed for the continued progress of his Department and the entire University, expressing optimism that the younger generation of academics would continue the work of advancing the discipline.

07/10/2026

CONFERENCES ARE VITAL TO ACADEMIC COLLABORATION, KNOWLEDGE SHARING – UI DVC

The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration), University of Ibadan (UI), Professor Peter Olapegba, has described academic conferences as vital platforms for knowledge sharing, collaboration, peer review and the cross fertilisation of ideas among scholars.

Professor Olapegba stated this while receiving members of the Nigerian Society for Pharmacological Sciences and Experimental Therapeutics (NISPET) on behalf of the Vice-Chancellor during a courtesy visit in connection with the Society’s conference being hosted by the Department of Pharmacology, University of Ibadan.

He welcomed the delegates to the University of Ibadan, noting that it was particularly significant that the
conference was being held in Ibadan, where the discipline of Pharmacology in Nigeria originated.

Professor Olapegba expressed delight that the majority of the members of the Society’s Board of Trustees were products of the University of Ibadan, describing the return of the discipline to its point of origin as a homecoming.
He noted that the University was pleased to receive scholars from different Institutions, stressing that despite the challenges facing the Nigerian university system, Nigerian academics have continued to make significant contributions to scholarship.

He affirmed University of Ibadan’s support for intellectual and academic engagements, noting that conferences provide opportunities for academics to evaluate their work, meet colleagues, engage in peer review and share ideas. He emphasised that scholarship should not be confined to individual laboratories or offices, but should involve openness and the sharing of research findings and knowledge with others.

Professor Olapegba particularly commended the Society for organising a pre-conference workshop which attracted more than 70 participants, describing such workshops as important opportunities for younger and early-career academics to learn from more experienced scholars. He encouraged senior academics to mentor younger colleagues and motivate them to participate in conferences and pre-conference workshops, noting that such engagements expose them to new knowledge, perspectives and approaches that may not be available through their regular academic activities.

The DVC further stressed the importance of collaboration in addressing contemporary challenges, observing that though some countries and institutions might be more advantaged in terms of facilities for scholarship, many of the challenges confronting the world remain global. He therefore advocated global collaboration and cross-fertilisation of ideas as necessary approaches to developing solutions to common challenges.

Professor Olapegba said the University would continue, within its capacity, to support academic conferences organised by its units and departments, expressing the hope that improved funding for Universities would enable greater investment in research and the dissemination of research findings. He described conferences as important avenues for disseminating research outcomes and strengthening academic networks.

He encouraged the delegates to take time to explore the University’s facilities and surroundings during their stay, noting that academic conferences also provide opportunities for scholars to unwind and interact in order to return to their Institutions with renewed energy.

Earlier, the Head of the Department of Pharmacology in the University, Professor Grace Gbotosho, said the Department was privileged to host the NISPET conference for the fourth time. She disclosed that the conference activities had commenced with a two-day pre-conference workshop which attracted more than 70 participants on each day, including students and early-career scientists.

Professor Gbotosho expressed appreciation to the Vice-Chancellor for his support towards the conference, particularly in improving the environment and providing accommodation for distinguished guests and delegates.
She disclosed that more than 300 participants had registered for the conference, with attendance comprising both physical and virtual participants.

The President of NISPET, Professor Omoniyi Kayode Yemitan of the Department of Pharmacology, Therapeutics and Toxicology, Lagos State University College of Medicine, expressed appreciation to the University of Ibadan for hosting the Society.

Professor Yemitan noted that Pharmacology in Nigeria originated from the University of Ibadan, making the hosting of the conference in Ibadan particularly significant to the Society. He disclosed that a large proportion of the Society’s Board of Trustees were graduates of the University of Ibadan, adding that the members were pleased to return to the Institution where the discipline began in Nigeria.

Professor Yemitan also expressed delight that Pharmacology had returned as a Bachelor of Science programme at the University of Ibadan, describing the development as a source of pride to the Society. He said the Society remain proud of the University’s role in the development of Pharmacology in Nigeria and appreciate the University for receiving its members and supporting the conference.

Also in attendance where members of local organizing committee of the society both from the University of Ibadan and other sister University’s.s

07/10/2026

UNIVERSITY OF IBADAN RECEIVES THE MORAYO SHOW TEAM

The University of Ibadan received the Morayo Show team on a courtesy visit to the University, led by the visionary behind the show, Mrs Morayo Afolabi Brown.

Receiving the team on behalf of the Vice Chancellor, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), Professor Juwon Arotiba expressed great delight at receiving the team in the University, commending the vision behind the Show. He noted that The Morayo Show has continued to highlight positive stories about the nation, which could contribute to changing perceptions about Nigeria and influence Nigerian youths positively.

He expressed the University’s willingness to explore future partnerships with The Morayo Show, particularly in areas that would promote excellence in teaching and learning, as well as community engagement. He welcomed the team to the University and wished them success in their endeavours.

Speaking during the visit, the founder and host of The Morayo Show, Mrs Morayo Afolabi-Brown, describing her background, said she had spent more than 20 years in the media, with experience in public relations and broadcasting. She explained that she left TVC after 12 years as the host of the programme: “Your View” to establish The Morayo Show.

Mrs Afolabi-Brown said the programme, which commenced in 2026, airs live on YouTube from Monday to Thursday and is broadcast on eight television stations across Nigeria.

According to her, the show was created to provide a platform that combines music, laughter, joy, lessons and real-life stories while highlighting positive and inspiring experiences. She explained that the programme was designed to move beyond conversations that focus mainly on societal problems by creating opportunities to celebrate individuals, share their experiences and inspire young people.

She stated that the visit to the University was part of a nationwide tour which the team embarked on, following the success of the Morayo Show programme, adding that Ibadan was its first stop.

She noted that the team considered it important to visit the University of Ibadan, given the Institution’s pedigree as the “first and the best” University in Nigeria. She said the visit also provided an opportunity to interact with young people, particularly students of the University who watch the programme and aspire to achieve their goals.

The courtesy visit was followed immediately

07/10/2026

MARIAM ZAKARIYAH BECOMES UI’S FIRST FEMALE BURSAR

Mrs. Mariam Adetoun Zakariyah has assumed office as the 10th and first female Bursar of the University of Ibadan, following her appointment by the University Governing Council. Her five-year tenure commenced on 20 September 2026.

Mrs. Zakariyah's appointment marks a significant milestone in the history of the University as the first female to attain that position, coming after more than two decades of dedicated service to the Institution. She joined the University of Ibadan Bursary Department on 29 August 2000 as a Higher Executive Officer (Accounts) in the Loans and Advances Section and steadily rose through the ranks to become a Deputy Bursar in 2019.

Over the years, she has served in various financial capacities across Faculties, Institutes, Departments and the Postgraduate College, gaining extensive experience in financial management, reporting, control and Institutional governance. Her career has been marked by initiatives aimed at improving financial efficiency and strengthening accountability. Among these was the digitisation of the Receivable Unit through the introduction of an e-receipt system, which reduced paper use by 80 per cent and helped to block revenue leakages.

She also coordinated the clearing of financial statement backlogs covering 2016 to 2019 and contributed to strengthening the University's tax compliance processes, thereby reducing regulatory queries.

Through proactive monitoring of the Government Integrated Financial Management Information System (GIFMIS), Mrs. Zakariyah helped ensure that staff salaries were paid within 48 hours of the release of funds. She also played a role in addressing the NELFUND refund issue and facilitated the procurement of the JOEL JEM 1400 Flash Transmission Electron Microscope, described as West Africa's only such equipment, helping the University save substantial funds.

Beyond her responsibilities in the Bursary Department, Mrs. Zakariyah has contributed to the University's financial governance and decision-making processes through membership of several key committees. These include the
Bursary Management Committee, University Finance Management Committee, Budget Monitoring Committee of Council, Finance and General-Purpose Committee of Council, Council Sub-Committee on Audit Matters, as well as various finance, procurement and audit-related committees.

A Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), Mrs. Zakariyah became an Associate of the
Institute in 2002 and a Fellow in 2014. Her professional accomplishments have also earned her several awards, including the Overall Best Graduating Student in Accountancy at The Polytechnic Ibadan in 1998, Best Graduating Female Accounting Student Award by the Society for Women Accountants of Nigeria (SWAN), and the SWAN Woman of Excellence Award in 2020. Academically, she holds a National Diploma and Higher National Diploma in Accountancy from The Polytechnic Ibadan, a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, an MBA and a Master of Science in Accounting from the University of Ibadan.

She also holds an academic Diploma in Information Technology from HiiT Plc, Ibadan. She has attended several professional conferences and workshops locally and internationally and has delivered papers at various professional engagements. Born in Ibadan, Oyo State, and hailing from Abeokuta South, Ogun State, Mrs. Zakariyah began her education at Alafia Nursery and Primary School, Ibadan, before proceeding to Saint Louis Girls' Grammar School, Ibadan.

With over two decades of service at the University of Ibadan, Mrs. Zakariyah brings to her new role extensive experience in financial administration, institutional governance and financial process improvement.

As the University's first female Bursar, she brings to the position a wealth of experience, professional
expertise and a strong commitment to accountability, integrity and the continuous improvement of the University's financial management system.

She has assumed duties as the 10th Bursar and first female to occupy the position at the University of Ibadan.

07/10/2026

UI DVC CELEBRATES PROFESSOR UGWUMBA’S SUCCESSFUL CAREER, SEEKS CONTINUED ADVICE

The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), University of Ibadan, Professor Juwon Arotiba, has celebrated Professor Adiaha A. Ugwumba for successfully completing her outstanding career at the University and called for her continued counsel even after retirement.

Professor Arotiba stated this while receiving the retiring don as well as a team from the Faculty of Science and the Department of Zoology, led by the Dean, on behalf of the Vice Chancellor.

Professor Arotiba stated that the occasion was one of mixed feelings, noting that while the University was happy to celebrate Professor Ugwumba’s successful career, it was also difficult to let go of a valued member of the academic community.

He described the sojourn of Prof Ugwumba in the University as having ended well, adding that the University was proud of the eminent scholar’s contributions and accomplishments. He commended the retiree for her contributions to her area of specialisation, particularly in Zoology, Fisheries, ecology and the environmental aspects of aquatic animals.

The Deputy Vice-Chancellor congratulated Professor Ugwumba on her retirement and wished her many more years of strength, good health and divine favour, while encouraging her to enjoy the fruits of her labour and continue to contribute to the University through her counsel.

Earlier, the Head of the Department of Zoology, Professor Aina O. Adeogun, described Professor Ugwumba as an icon of excellence, integrity and dedication, whose career had left a significant legacy in the Department and the wider University community. Professor Adeogun disclosed that Professor Ugwumba had supervised more than 15 PhD students, about 10 of whom had become professors. She added that her academic influence extended across Nigeria, with her former students who had attained professorial positions represented across the six geopolitical zones of the country.

The Head of Department also highlighted Professor Ugwumba’s contribution to infrastructure and innovation during her tenure as Head of Department, noting that she was among the early heads who recognised the need for alternative power supply and facilitated the installation of an alternative power system in the Department of Zoology about 12 years ago. She said the Department was presenting Professor Ugwumba to the Vice-Chancellor with mixed feelings—celebrating her attainment of retirement age while also recognising the loss of a hardworking and dedicated scientist from active service.

Responding, Professor Ugwumba expressed gratitude to the management, her colleagues and other members of the University community for their support throughout her career. She described her retirement as emotional but expressed gratitude for completing her active service generally in good health.

Professor Ugwumba revealed that she and her husband had spent more than 40 years associated with the University of Ibadan, from their days as students and subsequent years as members of staff. She described UI as having been an integral part of their lives, adding that her experience at the University had shaped her perception of academic standards. According to her, the University of Ibadan remained a benchmark by which she assessed other institutions she had encountered in the course of her professional engagements.

She expressed particular appreciation for the University's academic standards, saying that the discipline and quality she experienced at UI were difficult to find elsewhere. Professor Ugwumba prayed for the continued success of the University and expressed her desire to remain connected with UI and contribute to the institution even after leaving active service. She thanked the University community for making her years of service meaningful and prayed for God's blessings on the University and its members.

The occasion featured the presentation of Professor Ugwumba to the Vice-Chancellor and a celebration of her contributions to the Department of Zoology and the University of Ibadan.

07/10/2026

UI DVC SEEKS STRONGER ACADEMIC COLLABORATION WITH UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS

The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), University of Ibadan, Professor Juwon Arotiba, has called for stronger academic collaboration between The University of Ibadan (UI) and The University of Leeds, United Kingdom, particularly in the areas of research, teaching and faculty exchange.

The visit was facilitated by the Department of Private and Property Law, Faculty of Law, University of Ibadan.
Representing the Vice-Chancellor in receiving Dr Cartwright on a courtesy visit, Professor Arotiba described the Leeds University scholar’s visit as an opportunity to strengthen the Private and Property Law programmes of both Institutions through increased research collaboration, exchange of ideas in teaching and research, and faculty exchange.

He noted that The University of Ibadan, established in 1948 as a University College of the University of London, had grown into a full-fledged university with a strong record of producing leaders in industry, research and academia across the world. According to him, UI prides itself on excellence in research, teaching and community service, adding that the University would continue to pursue strategic collaborations capable of advancing its global standing.

Professor Arotiba said partnerships were important to The University's aspiration to attain greater prominence globally. He expressed confidence that Dr. Cartwright's experience at the University of Leeds would contribute to the exchange of knowledge and ideas, particularly in research and teaching. He further welcomed the visitor to Nigeria and the University of Ibadan, expressing hope that his academic engagement would be rewarding.

Speaking earlier, the Head, Department of Private and Property Law, Faculty of Law, Professor Omolade O. Olomola, explained that Dr. Cartwright's visit was part of an existing collaboration between the University of Ibadan and the University of Leeds in the area of legal education.

Professor Olomola disclosed that the collaboration had largely been sustained through online academic engagements and had already culminated in an article published in a book, which is expected to be released later in the year. She added that Dr. Cartwright would participate in a seminar at the Faculty of Law and engage in discussions with the University's Women's Law Clinic, as well as with final-year students.

In his remarks, Dr. Cartwright expressed appreciation to the University of Ibadan for the warm reception accorded him, describing the visit as an opportunity to deepen the existing collaboration between both institutions.
He highlighted the work of the University's Women's Law Clinic, noting that the Clinic had made significant contributions to the community.

Dr. Cartwright explained that his engagement with The University of Ibadan was connected to the academic relationship that had developed between scholars at both institutions, including his interaction with the University's Women's Law Clinic and academic contributions to teaching at the University of Leeds.
He said he was particularly looking forward to learning more about the work of the Women's Law Clinic and participating in the academic activities scheduled during his visit.

The visit forms part of efforts by the Faculty of Law to strengthen international academic engagement and create opportunities for knowledge exchange, collaborative research, teaching and professional development.

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