A Group, the Lagos State Prominent Indigenes Platform has applauded the appointment of Professor Ayodeji Olawunmi Badejo, another woman, as the new Vice Chancellor of Lagos State University (LASU).
She will take over from Professor Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello who is retiring after completing her five- year term.
In a statement signed by Chief Adesunbo Onitiri, the Group declared:
“We warmly congratulate the Governor of Lagos State, His Excellency Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, on the successful appointment of a new Vice-Chancellor for our prestigious Lagos State University (LASU).
“We monitored the selection process very closely and are pleased to affirm that it was transparent, credible and merit-driven. We understand that the candidate adjudged to be the best and most qualified was ultimately appointed.
“This commendable outcome reflects the sterling qualities of the distinguished individuals appointed to the Governing Council of LASU under the chairmanship of Mr. B.K. Ogalla, SAN, particularly Dr. Aderemi Desalu, MNI, whose integrity, sound principles and commitment to excellence are widely acknowledged.”
The Group noted that among the three prominent scholars—all distinguished Lagos State indigenes—Professor Ayodeji Olawunmi Badejo (née Faji) emerged as the successful candidate following a selection process that “we consider credible and transparent.”
“We are pleased that Professor Badejo, a woman, will take over the helm of affairs from Professor Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello, another distinguished woman, who will be retiring from LASU upon the completion of her five-year tenure.
“We warmly congratulate the incoming Vice-Chancellor and wish her a successful, impactful and highly productive tenure.
“We trust that, under her leadership, LASU will attain even greater academic excellence, strengthen its global reputation and rank among the leading universities in Nigeria, Africa and the world,” the Group stated.
It wished that Lagos State University would continue to progress and excel in its academic delivery.
