Tai Solarin Federal University of Education has announced the commencement of Entrepreneurship as a full degree programme. The announcement was made by the acting vice chancellor, Professor Adekunle Olanrewaju Adeogun, during a press briefing to herald the commencement of the university’s 17th convocation ceremonies.
Professor Adeogun disclosed that a dedicated Centre has been created for Entrepreneurial Studies to support the new programme and strengthen skills-driven education. He explained that the move builds on TASUED’s long-standing focus on practical learning and graduate self-reliance.
According to him, TASUED currently operates a vibrant vocational education programme under which every student, regardless of course of study, must undergo training in a vocation and pass the required university-based examination before graduation. He said this structure ensures that graduates leave the institution with employable and entrepreneurial skills.
The acting vice chancellor also announced that the National Universities Commission has approved 12 new undergraduate programmes and four academic programmes at the doctoral level. He noted that this approval reflects the university’s steady growth and commitment to academic development.
Professor Adeogun said the university’s curricula have been continuously reviewed to align with global best practices, with stronger emphasis on STEM education, digital pedagogy, entrepreneurship, and inclusive education. He added that these reforms are designed to prepare students for changing workplace and societal needs.
He listed recent achievements recorded by the university, including increased research productivity, competitive grants won by academic staff, and groundbreaking national and international scholarly engagements. Other gains, he said, include infrastructure development and rehabilitation, such as new lecture theatres, laboratories, and improved learning facilities.
“ICT capacity has equally been enhanced to support e-learning, virtual instruction, and digital administration,” he added. He also highlighted the peaceful atmosphere on campus, a stable academic calendar, and a serene learning environment.
According to Professor Adeogun, the management has consistently maintained industrial harmony, resulting in uninterrupted teaching, research, and learning across the university. He described this stability as a key factor in the institution’s recent progress.
The acting vice chancellor acknowledged the support of friends of the university, particularly Senator Olamilekan Adeola, representing Ogun West, “who donated five minibuses, solar-powered lighting facilities, and computer laptops to the university.” He said, “These contributions have greatly enhanced our mobility, security, and ICT capacity.”
He also acknowledged the assistance of Chief Dr Dotun Sanusi, the CEO of Ilaji Hotels and Resorts, who donated a fully equipped Staff Club building to improve the welfare and recreational life of the university’s workforce. Other benefactors include Chief Yemisi Shyllon, who donated a statue of educationist and civil rights crusader, Tai Solarin.
Professor Adeogun further mentioned Dr Taiwo Olayinka Afolabi, chairman and CEO of SIFAX Group of Companies, who donated a staff Guest House currently under construction within the Ijagun campus, among other contributions.
Speaking on graduation statistics, he disclosed that 4,785 regular students would be graduating, with 40 earning First Class honours, 1,466 in the Second Class Upper Division, and 2,768 in the Second Class Lower Division. He said 492 obtained Third Class, while 19 earned Pass degrees.
He added that 269 part-time graduands would take part in the ceremony, alongside 88 graduands from the Nigerian Army College of Education. At the postgraduate level, 356 graduands would be produced, including PGDE, PGD, M.Ed, M.Sc, M.A, M.A Ed, MLIS, and 90 PhD holders.
“These figures reflect the growing academic strength and postgraduate capacity of the University,” he said.
Professor Adeogun also announced that honorary doctorate degrees would be conferred on three distinguished Nigerians during the convocation ceremony.
