It was a moment thick with emotions, gratitude and deep reflections as the Governing Council of the Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology, Ikere-Ekiti (BOUESTI) held a valedictory sitting on Wednesday, 22nd October, 2025, in honour of the outgoing Vice-Chancellor, Professor Olufemi Adeoluwa, whose tenure gracefully winds down after years of purposeful leadership and transformative impact.
The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Council, Prof. Oladipo Aina in his glowing tribute, described the Vice-Chancellor as a visionary captain who steered the institution from the shores of uncertainty to the harbor of relevance and recognition. “Under his watch,” he remarked, “our University grew from a fledgling idea into a citadel that can confidently stand shoulder to shoulder with its peers across Nigeria. He worked with vision, discipline and hope, charting a path for others to follow.”
Other members of Council, in a floodgate of heartfelt encomiums, spoke with deep admiration of the Vice-Chancellor’s sterling achievements, his uncommon humility and staunch commitment to academic excellence and institutional growth. They lauded his ability to inspire confidence, foster unity and nurture the University’s dream into tangible progress.
In recognition of his meritorious service, the Governing Council also approved the Vice-Chancellor’s request to proceed on terminal leave, preparatory to his formal disengagement from office on January 5, 2026.
