The National Universities Commission (NUC) teams have expressed satisfaction with the quality of facilities at Lagos State University (LASU), following the successful conduct of a resource assessment and accreditation exercise at the institution.
This was contained in the teams’ reports presented during an exit meeting with the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello and other Principal Officers.
In their separate reports, during the meeting held at the Conference Room of the Vice-Chancellor’s Office, inside the Babatunde Raji Fashola Senate Building,
members of the NUC teams applauded the University for its remarkable development and growth, based on the facilities and resources inspected.
They, however, highlighted certain areas where further improvements were required.
Responding, the Vice-Chancellor appreciated the teams for what she described as a painstaking peer review exercise.
She assured them that Management had carefully noted their observations and would take the necessary steps to address them.
Earlier in the day, while formally receiving the NUC Resource Assessment and Accreditation teams at the Senate Chamber, Professor Olatunji-Bello informed the visitors that the University Management was fully prepared for the dual exercise involving resource assessment and accreditation of selected academic programmes.
She described the exercise as a critical component of quality assurance and reiterated Management’s commitment to academic excellence and the holistic development of students.
According to her, LASU produces highly intelligent and resourceful graduates.
“LASU combines both physical and virtual learning in teaching students. We equally deploy e-resources to support learning. LASU remains the most advanced digital state university in Nigeria. We recognise that this exercise is a peer review, and we are fully prepared and hopeful of success. You will receive full support from the Faculties and maximum cooperation,” she stated.
The Vice-Chancellor concluded her remarks by encouraging members of the teams to take time to experience the attractions of Lagos, including its beaches, lagoon, and the Blue Rail Line.
Speaking on behalf of the NUC teams, the Team Lead for Special Education, Professor Ajibade Oyeloye described LASU and the Commission as partners in progress.
He emphasised that the exercise was a peer review and not a witch-hunt, and assured that the teams would carry out their duties diligently and make recommendations where necessary.
Similarly, the Representative of the Executive Secretary, NUC, Mrs Roseline Odueka affirmed that the teams would discharge their responsibilities objectively
She added that their ultimate goal was to contribute towards making LASU a better institution while commending the University Management for the warm hospitality extended to the teams.
In his remarks, Professor Bassey Esu noted that the exercise was designed to validate available resources, expressing confidence that LASU had exceeded the Commission’s expectations.
Following the opening session, the Vice-Chancellor formally handed over the teams to the Deans of the concerned Faculties.
Principal Officers present at the event included the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academics), Professor Oseni Afisi ; Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration), Professor Toyin Enukuomehin ; University Registrar, Mr Emmanuel A. Fanu ; University Bursar, Mr Said Babatunde Olayinka and the University Librarian, Dr Omawumi Makinde
Deans in attendance were Professor Jide *Jimoh (Faculty of Communication and Media Studies), Professor Gbenga Akindoju (Faculty of Education), Professor Tunji Azeez (Faculty of Creativity, Culture and Tourism), Dr Abayomi Adeleke (Faculty of Library, Archival and Information Science), Professor Isaiah Akoteyon (Faculty of Environmental Sciences), and Professor Akanji Bankole (Faculty of Management Sciences).
The Director of Academic Planning, Dr Morenikeji Olanrewaju-John,moderated the session.
Programmes presented for accreditation included Special Education, Architecture, and Library and Information Science, while the following programmes were presented for resource verification: Broadcasting, Information and Media, Tourism and Hospitality Management, Public Relations and Strategic Communication, Advertising and Development Communication, Entrepreneurship, Film Production, and Journalism/Multimedia.
Pix:L-R: Dean, Faculty of Education, Professor Gbenga Akindoju, Professor Badejo, Team Lead, Special Education, NUC Team, Professor Ajibade Oyeloye and the VC, Professor Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello, discussing during the meeting
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Olatunji-Bello addressing the NUC teams
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