The Governor of Edo State, His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has approved the appointment of Prof. Victor Adetimirin Olawale as the Vice Chancellor of Edo University, Iyamho. This appointment takes immediate effect.
Prof. Victor Adetimirin Olawale is a distinguished academic and seasoned administrator with decades of experience in teaching, research, and university leadership. He is a Professor of Agronomy with a (link unavailable) in Agriculture, (link unavailable), and Ph.D. in Plant Breeding and Genetics from the University of Ibadan.
Prof. Olawale has served in various capacities within Nigeria’s university system, including Head of Department, Dean of Faculty, and Director of Academic Planning. He has contributed significantly to curriculum development, research innovations, and institutional reforms.
With numerous publications in reputable local and international journals and successful supervision of postgraduate students, Prof. Olawale’s wealth of experience, dedication to academic excellence, and visionary leadership are expected to further elevate Edo University, Iyamho, as a center of learning and research excellence in Nigeria and beyond.
