Ekiti State University Ado Ekiti is a state government owned and operated Nigerian university, located in Ado Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria. The University system the world over and within the last millennium has come to be seen as a “community of scholars, seat of learning, centre of liberal education, mother of the professions, agent of national or regional development, vehicle for the propagation of teaching, advancement of knowledge through research and provision of service to society”. Pursuing these missions in varying degrees of mix, EKSU has chosen as its philosophy and purpose, a development objective.
A “Development University” is meant one that sets itself the mission of providing all the functions that an institution of higher learning can, in a developmental process throughout a defined constituency. At the centre of its work towards regional development are the tasks of identifying and resolving developmental problems. To be effective, these problem solving functions require appropriate structuring of academic activities and resources in that even where it is concerned with practical techniques, it imparts them on a plane of generality that makes possible their application to the situation.
An implication of the foregoing is that the influence of the University must be felt not merely in the immediate vicinity of its campus or campuses, but throughout the State. These considerations carry the conventional international objectives of a University forward into the developmental orbit. It is therefore our hope that graduates of this University will not only acquire education in its broadest sense but our philosophy and policies will inculcate in them the spirit of self-actualization in line with the national aspiration for genuine development.
| Acronym | EKSU |
| Nickname | EKSU |
| Motto / Slogan | For Knowledge, Honour, and Service |
| Founded | 1982 |
| Location | Ado Ekiti, Ekiti, Nigeria |
| Address | Ado Ekiti 362103, Ekit |
To Provide a high quality educational experience shaped by outstanding teaching and research that benefit cultures, societies and economies.
Producing graduates adequately equipped to handle contemporary socioeconomic and environmental challenges through cutting edge research in science, technology and humanities, driven by Information and Communication Technology
EKSU prides itself on having a strong academic workforce made up of experienced professors, senior lecturers, and researchers who are deeply committed to teaching, mentoring, and academic excellence across all faculties.
The university is located in a calm and peaceful part of Ado-Ekiti, providing a conducive learning atmosphere with minimal distractions. The university environment is ideal for study and personal development.
Compared to many state and private universities, EKSU offers affordable tuition rates, with flexible payment plans for students from various backgrounds. This makes it a practical option without compromising on quality education.
EKSU often continues academic activities during national union strikes due to its semi-autonomous operations, ensuring that students can graduate on time without frequent disruptions.
Acceptance Fee: 62000
The following constitute the minimum entry requirements into the postgraduate programmes:
All applicants seeking admission into any of the Master's Degree and Postgraduate Diploma programmes must have Five (5) Credit passes at 'O' Level in relevant subjects including English Language and Mathematics at not more than two sittings.
Postgraduate Diploma Programme
Master's Degree Programme
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Phone : +234 814 470 0814
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Professor Ayodele, a Professor of Educational Management was born in Ikere Ekiti on 13th February, 1963. He attended St. John’s Primary School, Ikere-Ekiti between 1968 and 1973. He attended Annunciation School, Ikere-Ekiti between 1974 and 1979 and later proceeded to the then Ondo State College of Education, Ikere-Ekiti where he obtained the Nigeria Certificate in Education in 1985. He obtained the Bachelor of Education degree in Education and Economics from Ondo State University (now Ekiti State University), Ado-Ekiti in 1992 with First Class Honours.
Dr. (Mrs.) Aboyade has more than forty-three (43) publications, consisting of textbooks, chapters in books, and journal articles.
In March, 1981, Chief Ajasin as the Governor of Ondo State, announced the establishment a multi-campus university at the launching of 4th National Development Plan and constituted a 17-member Consultative Committee to work on the University blueprint. The Government then set up another committee headed by Prof. S.A. Akintoye to review the reports of Akinkugbe Committee, the outcome which formed the basis of the Government’s White Paper for the establishment of the University.... read more
On Friday, 19th February, 1982, the Governor – Chief M. A. Ajasin announced the appointment of Professor Ifedayo Olawole Oladapo, OON (a fellow of the Nigerian Society of Engineers, former Dean of Faculty of Engineering and Deputy Vice-Chancellor of the University of Lagos) as the University’s first Vice-Chancellor, while the University’s law was passed into law on 29th March, 1982 as Obafemi Awolowo University Law No. 3 of 1982. He also announced the membership of the University Governing Council as: Chief B. A. Ajayi (Chairman), Prof. A. A. Okunnuga, Prof. M. A. Bankole, Prof. J. O. Oluwasanmi, Mrs. O. Oloruntimehin, Rev. (Dr.) J. Agbowuro, Prof. H. A. Oluwasanmi, Chief O. N. Rewane, Mr. Felix Aiyebusi, Dr. Tahaya Aliu (NUC Representative), Chief R. F. Fasoranti (Finance Commissioner), Dr. N. F. Aina (Education Commissioner) and Dr. O. Ibukun.
The University Council held its 1st meeting at Ado Ekiti on 30th and 31st March, 1982 and resolved, among others, that 30th March of every year be declared the University foundation day. The 1st matriculation ceremony was held on Friday 25th March, 1983 at the Assembly Hall, Ajitadidun Temporary Campus, Ado-Ekiti where the Vice-Chancellor was ably assisted by the Registrar in leading the students to swear to the matriculation oath of the University. Later same day at the City Hall, Ado Ekiti, the University’s 1st Foundation lecture titled “The University and the State in Nigeria” was delivered by Prof. J. F. Ade Ajayi (A renowned historian, national merit award winner and former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Lagos).
