Former UI VC, Prof. Olayinka, Urges Nigerian Varsities to Prioritise Research for Economic Growth, Not Just Knowledge
…As FNS Holds 4th Biennial Int’l Conference Prof. Abel Idowu Olayinka, a former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ibadan (UI), has called on Nigerian universities to rethink their approach to research, shifting from the pursuit of knowledge for its own
ACU, CRIN Seal Landmark MoU to Revolutionise Tree Crop Research, Agri-Business Development
A new chapter in agricultural research and academic collaboration opened on Friday, May 8, 2026, as Ajayi Crowther University (ACU), Oyo, and the Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria (CRIN), Ibadan, signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at fostering
ACU Won’t Compromise Standard, Prof. Oduwole Re-emphasises at CGTS Matriculation
Ajayi Crowther University (ACU), Oyo, has reiterated its unwavering commitment to maintaining high academic standards across its own programmes and in all affiliated institutions. The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Ebunoluwa Oduwole made the declaration during her remarks at the matriculation ceremony for newly
Prof. Olanbiwonninu Wins Major Grant to Tackle Malnutrition in African Women, Children
Prof. Afolake Olanbiwonninu of Ajayi Crowther University (ACU), Oyo, has been awarded a significant international research grant to combat critical health and nutrition issues facing African women and young children. The funding comes from the Danida Fellowship Centre (DFC) in collaboration
VC Visits Surveying Camp, Commends ACU Students’ Practical Training
The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Ebunoluwa Oduwole, on Monday, May 4, 2026, visited the Surveying Camp in the Kosobo area of Oyo, where students of Surveying and Geo-Informatics from Ajayi Crowther University and the Federal School of Surveying, Oyo, are participating in
ACU Enactus Team Ranks Among Top 6 with Gaz-Cibus Project
Enactus Nigeria has officially congratulated the Vice-Chancellor, Ajayi Crowther University (ACU), Oyo, Prof. Ebunoluwa Oduwole, and her management team following the impressive emergence of the university’s Enactus team among the top six Enactus projects in the country with their innovative
Council of Legal Education Accreditation Team Visits ACU, Promises Objectivity during Exercise
Ajayi Crowther University (ACU), Oyo, played host to a delegation from The Council of Legal Education on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, for an accreditation visit to the institution’s Faculty of Law. Leading the team, the Director-General of the Nigerian Law School,
Bridging Academia and Agricultural Innovation!
Recently, a delegation from Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo, led by our dynamic Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Ebunoluwa Oduwole paid a courtesy visit to IITA, Ibadan. The result? Inspiring conversations for cross-sector collaboration, and a shared vision for a food-secure future. Watch the highlights from
IITA Tour: VC’s Visit Turns Emotional as ACU Student, Alumnus Shine in IITA Lab
It was a moment of pride, emotion, and academic excellence when the Vice-Chancellor, Ajayi Crowther University (ACU), Prof. Ebunoluwa Oduwole, visited the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), Ibadan and met two exceptional women making the university proud at the
Ajayi Crowther University, IITA Forge Strategic Partnership to Boost Agriculture, Biotech, Others
A high-powered delegation from Ajayi Crowther University (ACU), Oyo, led by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Ebunoluwa Oduwole, has paid a working visit to the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), Ibadan, to explore extensive areas of collaboration ranging from biotechnology and