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Prof. Bayode Isaiah Popoola
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The vision of Adeyemi Federal University of Education is "to create a conducive atmosphere where teaching, learning, research, and community activities can take place to produce competent and qualified graduates that can compete globally and for the overall benefit of the teaching profession in Nigeria and abroad through resourceful, transparent, firm, and just leadership."


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The mission of Adeyemi Federal University of Education is "to be a model institution in Nigeria for the pursuit of academic excellence through teaching, learning, and research for the professionalisation of teaching to meet global standards."

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April 14, 2026 BY Directorate of Information and Public Relations

FG tasked on development of teacher education.

The Vice-Chancellor of the Adeyemi Federal University of Education (AFUED) Ondo, Prof. Bayode Isaiah Popoola, has stressed the need for...


FG tasked on development of teacher education.: The Vice-Chancellor of the Adeyemi Federal University of Education (AFUED) Ondo, Prof. Bayode Isaiah Popoola, has stressed the need for more funds to be allocated to teacher education, stating that the move would advance development of education in the country. Prof. Popoola made the statement while delivering an address at the 2025/2026 Matriculation ceremony organised for part-time degree students newly admitted to the Adeyemi Federal University of Education ( AFUED) Ondo, which held on Thursday April 9, 2026 in the institution. Emphasising the importance of teacher education in Nigeria, the University Administrator, said "since the future of our nation lies in effective and virile teacher education, there is a need to invest in the training of teachers". Speaking on the matriculation ceremony organised by the University's Directorate of Continuing Education and Part-time Studies ( DOCEPS), the University Administrator described the ceremony as special and advised the matriculants, to see their admission as a privilege and a call to duty. The renowned educationist also admonished them to give more attention to their studies urging them to take cognisance of the fact that "University education is not what you take for granted, it requires efforts and commitments" he remarked. Prof. Popoola described AFUED as a reputable institution that has made positive contributions to national development saying" when you talk about teacher education today, Adeyemi is the first point of call because we have a reputation of producing very competent teachers for the nation's educational system. He reiterated the determination of the University's Management under his leadership to continue to consolidate all the achievements recorded in the institution through investment in infrastructure, capacity building, digital transformation and quality assurance mechanism. The University Administrator urged the matriculating students to be law abiding by obeying rules and regulations in the University. He said : "I want you to be guided by the highest standard of integrity, diligence and respect for authority" "When it is time to write an exam, we expect some level of maturity from you and appeal that you avoid all forms of misconduct and distractions that may hinder your academic and personal development" he remarked. Prof. Popoola expressed appreciation to parents of the matriculating students for their confidence in the institution, assuring that the University would continue to seek their support in all that " we do". The University Administrator also assured the parents that the institution would uphold its responsibility to nurture "all our students, so that they become competent, responsible and patriotic citizens". The event which held at the New Centre for Educational Technology building in the University was attended by the Vice-Chancellor AFUED, Prof. Bayode Isaiah Popoola; Chairman, Committee of Deans AFUED, Prof. Oyenike Oyinloye; Director, Directorate of Continuing Education and Part-time Studies, Dr. A. Shuaibu and his Deputy, Dr. M.O Ojo. Also present were some members of AFUED academic staff among whom was Dr. Rogers Akinsokeji as well as staff of the University from the Directorate of Information and Public Relations, Centre for Educational Technology ( CET) and Directorate of Continuing Education and Part-time Studies to mention but few. Newly admitted Adeyemi College of Technology students urged to be of good character.: The newly admitted students of the Adeyemi College of Technology (ACT),Ondo, Ondo State, South-west, Nigeria,have been advised to exhibit good character during their stay in the institution. This advice was given by the Chairman, Governing Council ACT, Prof. Bayode Isaiah Popoola, in an address delivered at the third matriculation ceremony of ACT, organised for students admitted for 2025/2026 academic session, which held on Wednesday April 8, 2026 at the New Centre for Educational Technology building, Adeyemi Federal University of Education (AFUED) Ondo . Prof. Popoola, who is also the Vice-Chancellor, Adeyemi Federal University of Education (AFUED) Ondo, described the occasion as history making and noted that the ceremony, which " marks the beginning of the students academic journey", also demonstrated their ( students) affirmation to embrace discipline and undertake the rigour required to undergo the courses for which they were admitted in the institution. The University Administrator, commended Management of ACT for all the successes recorded since its establishment in areas which include successful accreditation of its key academic programme, as well as, expansion of its infrastructural facilities, which he said are tailored " towards producing graduates that would make positive contributions to national development. The ACT Governing Council Chairman commended the matriculating students for choosing the institution, and advised them to" avoid all forms of misconduct and distractions that could have negative effect on their academic career in the institution". In addition, Prof. Popoola also admonished the matriculating students to abide with the contents of the matriculation oath administered on them saying " as you take the matriculation oath, we will hold you responsible for all the promises made". The renowned Counseling Psychologist reiterated the determination of the Governing Council under his leadership to continue to promote academic excellence and provide good policy directions that would make ACT a reputable institution and a growing hub for technological innovations. Earlier in his remarks, the Registrar, Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, represented by the Ondo State Coordinator of JAMB, Barr. Abdulkadir Abdulhakeem, felicitated with the matriculating students, and described the matriculation ceremony as a milestone. Prof. Oloyede further stated that by choosing ACT, the students have made good choice and demonstrated hardwork, resilience and determination for success. He assured that the students would not regret their decision as the institution is a " unique place, where they would undergo theoretical and practical training that would make them globally competitive and enhance their suitability in industries after the completion of their studies". Also in his address of welcome, the Acting Rector ACT, Dr. Adenegan Kehinde Emmanuel, advised the matriculating students, to make judicious use of the opportunity given to them by spending their time wisely in the institution. He gave assurance of high academic standard in the college and stated that a conducive atmosphere and best opportunity would be provided for them to learn. Adenegan described ACT as one of the fastest growing technology institution with good credibility saying " our college is approved by the National Board For Technical Education (NBTE), JAMB also recognises us and the certificate we issues is as good as the ones obtained from other approved polytechnics", he remarked. The highpoint of the event, was the admission of matriculation oath on the newly admitted students by the Acting Registrar ACT, Barr. Robert Oluwamayokun Akinkuoye. Important dignitaries who attended the event included principal officers of AFUED: Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Bayode Isaiah Popoola; Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Ireti Folasade Alao; Registrar, Mrs. Olufisayo Fakorede and Librarian, Dr. Azino Akpokuriere. Also present were, representative of JAMB Registrar, Prof.Ishaq Oloyede, Barr. Abdulkadir Abdulhakeem, members of Board ACT, Acting Principal Officers of ACT, staff and students of AFUED and ACT as well as parents and relatives of the matriculating students. Adeyemi Varsity cooperative society holds 39th Annual General Meeting, lists achievements.: One of the notable cooperative societies operating in Adeyemi Federal University of Education (AFUED) Ondo, the ACE Staff Cooperative Multipurpose Society Limited (ASCMPSL) Ondo, has held its 39th Annual General Meeting (AGM) in the institution. The event which held on Monday March 23, 2026 featured the presentations and adoptions of the financial statement of the society for the year ended December 31, 2025. Presenting the Management report, the President of ASCMPSL, Dr. (Mrs.) Oluranti Adeyemi Olajuyigbe, described the occasion as significant milestones " in the society's journey, considering the fact that this is the second AGM to be held after the selection and swearing -in of the current management team on 12th April, 2024". Commending members of the Cooperative Society for their resilience "in the face of global challenges", Olajuyigbe described the past year as "mixture of challenges and advances", however, lauded all stakeholders for keeping the society afloat, pledging that the Committee under her leadership would continue to prioritise members well-being and prosperity. The ASCMSL President also spoke on matters relating to membership growth as well as the society's financial progression and dividends paid to members of the society. In addition, she also made remarks on other activities of the association in areas which included sales of food items, electrical appliances and household items. Speaking on future plans by the society, the ASCMSL President urged incoming Management team that would succeed her to pay greater attention to five areas which includes membership drives, expansion of the society water factory, blocks making ventures as well as diversification to other productive businesses and ensuring full computerisation of the society's records. Olajuyigbe expressed gratitude to the Vice-Chancellor of the University, Prof. Bayode Isaiah Popoola and other members of the University's Management team" for giving the society full support in carrying out its activities". In addition, she also thanked the Ondo State Director of Cooperative Services (OSDCS), Mr. Braiye Felix and other officials from the Ministry of Industries and Cooperative Services as well as senior officials of some commercial banks who attended the AGM. She expressed optimism of better days for the society and assured that the association would continue to thrive and " make positive impact" on the lives of its members. The event which held at the Olusegun Obasanjo Auditorium in the University was attended by eminent personalities from all walks of life. Don task FG on mandatory psychological evaluation and Counselling interview for political aspirants in Nigeria : The Vice-Chancellor of the Adeyemi Federal University of Education (AFUED) Ondo, Prof. Bayode Isaiah Popoola, has advocated the need for the federal government, to institutionise mandatory psychological evaluation, and Counselling interview,for those seeking political offices, stating that the move enable the country overcome some social challenges confronting it. Prof. Popoola made the statement while delivering the 147th Inaugural lecture of the Obafemi Awolowo University ( OAU) Ile- Ife, Osun State, Nigeria, on Tuesday March 31,2026 at the Oduduwa Hall, in the University. Delivering the lecture : "IN THE MULTITUDE OF COUNSELLORS, THERE IS SAFETY", the University Administrator explained that the title of the inaugural lecture " was inspired by the timeless wisdom of the Scripture, specifically from Proverb 11:14, which reads, " where no counsel is, the people fall: but in the multitude of counsellors, there is safety". He stressed importance of counseling in society saying " counseling is not just a profession or an academic discipline, it is a divine ordinance and sacred duty established by God to guide mankind towards safety and self fulfillment ". The University Administrator listed areas where counseling is useful to mankind to include its importance in nurturing of students in pursuits of knowledge, empowering of individuals to discover their purpose in life as well as strengthens families and equipping societies to flourish. In addition, the don also stated that the need for guidance and counseling has become extremely important in contemporary society" because we live in an increasingly complex world". Bemoaning what he observed as the under-utilisation, misunderstanding and insufficient integration of Counselling services into the academic framework of Nigerian educational system, the University Administrator said the development is due to the fact that " Counseling is still widely misunderstood as a helping profession". As panacea, Prof. Popoola urged stakeholders in Nigeria education system to see counseling as a safe, stabilizing and directional force within the country's education landscape. In addition, he suggested the need for students at all levels of education in the country to be provided with effective counseling, self-management strategies, emotional regulations and coping skills as part of the formal curriculum, rather than remedial afterthoughts. Similarly, the renowned scholar, also recommended that Counselling interventions" should not be restricted to secondary schools but extended to the Universities in order to meet students psychosocial challenges. On how counseling could be used to address some social challenges confronting the Nigerian nation, in areas which he listed to include corruption, nepotism, misappropriation, embezzlement of public funds as well as kidnapping, banditry, ritual killings, abuse of power, greed and insecurity to mention but few, Prof. Popoola stated that the challenges could be resolved through provision of Counselling interventions by trained and experienced counsellors. In addition, he harped on the need by the federal government to ensure that those aspiring for leadership positions are subjected to " structured Counselling ", stating that the move help in examining their motivations for seeking power, their value system, emotional maturity and mental capacity for decision making. The well attended event which held at the Oduduwa Hall, Obafemi Awolowo University Ile- Ife, climaxed with the presentation of certificate to Prof. Bayode Isaiah Popoola by the representative of the Vice-Chancellor OAU, Prof.Simeon Bamire. Eminent personalities who attended the event included principal officers of AFUED including the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Ireti Folasade Alao; Registrar, Mrs. Olufisayo Fakorede; Bursar, Mrs. Taiwo Adedoyin and the Librarian, Dr. Azino Akpokuriere. Also present were one-time Provost of the defunct Adeyemi College of Education ( Now Adeyemi Federal University of Education Ondo), Prof. Olukoya Ogen; his successor, Prof. Samuel Akintunde as well as several senior academic and non- teaching staff of OAU Ile- Ife, AFUED and friends, relatives of Prof. Bayode Popoola among others. God is responsible for success recorded in our coop. Society says AFUED Coop. Society No1 President.: The President of the Adeyemi Federal University of Education (AFUED) Ondo Staff No1 Cooperative Multipurpose Society Limited (ASCMSL), Ondo, Dr. Dolapo Zaccheus Olupayimo, has attributed success recorded by the society during the financial year ended December 31, 2025 to God. Olupayimo made the statement while delivering a Management report during the 39th Annual General Meeting of the cooperative society, which held on Friday March 13, 2026 at the Olusegun Obasanjo Auditorium, Adeyemi Federal University of Education (AFUED) Ondo. Expressing gratitude to God for progress recorded by the association during the financial year ended 31st December, 2025, the ASCMS President said: "Today our story has changed completely and that was why I sang a song before presenting any report. The level that God has taken us to today is beyond any human comprehension" he remarked. Speaking on the performances of loan collectors in the society, Olupayimo expressed happiness saying "we no longer have the problem of loan deductions, while that of loan defaulters have reduced drastically. This was made possible by the policy of defrayment from members assets and savings that we brought back and the old deduction order from source through JIFMIS that government introduced". The ASCMS president also gave details of record of achievements recorded by the society from its various investments which included the supermarket, cyber cafe, bee-keeping ventures, car wash as well as bulk-purchase initiative, Nourish/Richbite Bakery and Microfinance Bank. Olupayimo further enumerated on the society's capital and ordinary shares, pension scheme, Christmas savings as well as loan administration and the dividend appropriated for the year ended December 31, 2025. He expressed appreciation to members of the cooperative society for having confidence in his leadership, and composition of the society's Management committee and for providing necessary support, stating that the development brought inspiration that encouraged the committee members to put in their best. In his remarks on the occasion, the Ondo State Director of Cooperative Services (OSDCS), Mr. Williams Braiye Felix, represented by Mr. Ayodele Bamidele, applauded the Management Committee of ASCMSL for what he described as "their dedication to fostering economic empowerment among members even in this challenging economic time". Additionally, the OSDCS commended the cooperative society for providing "essential financial services and investment opportunities to its members assuring that the Ondo State Department of Cooperative Services, would continue to monitor all cooperative societies in the state in order to ensure compliance with" transparency and accountability". Braiye advised the AFUED Staff No1 CMS Management Committee to continue to adhere with Cooperative bye-laws and all circulars that emanate from the ministry, as well as ensuring submission of regular returns and maintenance of accurate audited financial records. The OSDCS enjoined members of the Cooperative Society to increase their thrifts and investment in the society, saying "the strength of a cooperative society lies in the collective savings of its members, I encourage you to engage with society's Management committee to identify new sustainable and productive ventures for the coming year" he stated. The event which held at the Olusegun Obasanjo Auditorium in the University featured presentation and adoption of the year 2025 financial reports, address by the Chairman Bakery Board/Nourish and Supplies Limited, Mr. Akin Akingunsoye as well as delivery of goodwill messages by some invited personalities. Important dignitaries who attended the event included officials from the Ondo State Ministry of Industries and Cooperative Services, senior officials of some commercial banks and members of the AFUED Staff No1 CMS Limited among others.

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