Governor AbdulRahman appoints Prof. Jimoh as KWASU VC; On Tuesday, June 11, 2024, Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, CON, named Professor Shaykh-Luqman Alade Jimoh as the substantive Vice-Chancellor of Kwara State University (KWASU).
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The appointment followed the outcome of a screening exercise by the university’s governing council, in which Professor Shaykh-Luqman Jimoh emerged as the top candidate.
Key Details
- Announcement Date: June 11, 2024
- Announced by: Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, CON
- Communicated by: AbdulRafiu Ajakaye, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor
- New Position: Vice-Chancellor of Kwara State University (KWASU)
- Previous Position: Acting Vice-Chancellor of KWASU
- Tenure as Deputy Vice-Chancellor: 2020-2022
Background and Experience
Professor Shaykh-Luqman Alade Jimoh brings a wealth of experience in teaching, research, administration, and community service to his new role. He has previously served as the Deputy Vice-Chancellor of the university and was the Acting Vice-Chancellor before this appointment. His tenure as Acting Vice-Chancellor saw KWASU making significant strides and solidifying its reputation as a leading university in Nigeria and beyond.
Academic and Professional Achievements
- Field of Expertise: Islamic Studies
- Multidisciplinary Contributions: Medicine, Psychology, Economics, Sociology, Language, and Politics
- Academic Honors:
- Best Graduating Student, Department of Religions, University of Ilorin (1988)
- University Undergraduate Scholarship Award (1987/1988)
- University Scholar (1987/1988)
- Professional Memberships:
- Fellow, Chartered Institute of Public Diplomacy and Management
- Member, Council of Experts for International Centre on Contemporary Research in Islamic Sciences (United Kingdom)
Significance of the Appointment
With this appointment, Professor Shaykh-Luqman Alade Jimoh becomes the third substantive Vice-Chancellor of Kwara State University, known as the Green University for Community Development and Entrepreneurship. His diverse expertise and extensive experience are expected to further advance the university’s mission and impact.
For more information about KWASU and its programmes, visit the university’s official website.
