The Governing Council of Fountain University, Osogbo, has approved the reappointment of Professor Olayinka Ramota Karim as Vice-Chancellor of the institution for a second and final term of four years.
The development was contained in a press statement issued by the University Registrar, Sheriff Adeyemi Adenekan, dated Monday September 21st, 2026.
According to the statement, the decision was reached at the 67th Meeting of the Governing Council held on Monday, September 21, following careful consideration and extensive deliberations by the Council.
Professor Karim’s renewed tenure will run from March 1st, 2027 to February 28th 2031.
The Council said the reappointment was in recognition of the achievements, breakthroughs and initiatives recorded during her first tenure as Vice-Chancellor.
Speaking on the decision, the Chairman of the Governing Council, Dr. Awa Ibraheem, commended Professor Karim for her leadership qualities, describing her as a resourceful, energetic and committed leader.
The Council also highlighted several developments recorded under her administration, including infrastructure expansion, accreditation of academic programmes, introduction of new programmes, increased student enrolment, international partnerships, improved staff welfare and efforts to strengthen the University’s Islamic identity.
Professor Karim, who is the first female Vice-Chancellor of Fountain University, was reappointed to ensure continuity and consolidation of the progress recorded during her first term, according to the Registrar’s statement.
The Council congratulated the Vice-Chancellor and expressed the hope that she would continue building on the achievements of her first tenure. It also prayed for divine wisdom, strength and favour for Professor Karim and her management team as they embark on the second term.
Members of the University Senate have also welcomed the reappointment, describing it as a recognition of purposeful leadership and a vote of confidence in the Vice-Chancellor’s administration.
The Management of Fountain University expressed appreciation to the Governing Council for the decision, while the wider University community welcomed the announcement.
