The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has announced the appointment of Prof. Olusegun Idowu as its new Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), marking a significant milestone in the institution’s history. The appointment was made at the 232nd Statutory Meeting of Senate held on November 27, 2025.
Prof. Idowu, a distinguished scholar and seasoned university administrator, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his new role. He has served as the Director, Institute of Food Security, Environmental Resources and Agricultural Research (IFSERAR), and has a proven track record of academic excellence and leadership.
A Registered Animal Scientist with over 28 years of impactful service in teaching, research, and community engagement, Prof. Idowu is a product of FUNAAB, having begun his academic journey as a Graduate Assistant in the College of Animal Science and Livestock Production (COLANIM). He has risen through the ranks to become a Professor of Monogastric Animal Nutrition, demonstrating his commitment to academic excellence.
Prof. Idowu’s leadership experience extends beyond FUNAAB, as he currently serves as a Federal Government appointee on the Governing Council of the University of Lagos (UNILAG). Within FUNAAB, he has held several strategic roles, including Head, Department of Animal Nutrition; Director, Distance Learning Centre; and Chairman, Senate Coordinating Committee on Examination Results (SECOCER), among others.
The appointment of Prof. Idowu is seen as a significant boost to FUNAAB’s academic administration, given his exceptional leadership skills and academic credentials. He is expected to provide strategic direction and leadership to the university’s academic programmes, enhancing its reputation as a leading institution of higher learning in Nigeria.
Prof. Idowu takes over from Prof. Olukayode Akinyemi, who recently assumed duty as the Vice-Chancellor of Aletheia University, Ago-Iwoye. The university’s management has expressed confidence in Prof. Idowu’s ability to lead the academic team, citing his dedication, integrity, and commitment to academic excellence.
As Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), Prof. Idowu is expected to provide visionary leadership and guidance to the university’s academic community, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation. His appointment is seen as a welcome development, given his exceptional leadership skills and academic credentials.
The university’s Senate has congratulated Prof. Idowu on his appointment, expressing confidence in his ability to lead the academic team. The Senate also thanked Prof. Akinyemi for his outstanding service to FUNAAB, wishing him success in his new role.
Prof. Idowu’s appointment is a testament to FUNAAB’s commitment to academic excellence and its focus on appointing leaders with proven track records. The university is confident that Prof. Idowu will build on the institution’s strengths, driving it forward as a leading institution of higher learning in Nigeria.
The university’s management has assured stakeholders that Prof. Idowu’s appointment will further enhance FUNAAB’s academic reputation, citing his exceptional leadership skills and academic credentials.
