FUL Students’ Union Pledges Support for Prof. Ibileye, Hails His Academic Pedigree and Leadership Vision
The Students’ Union Government (SUG) of the Federal University, Lokoja (FUL), has pledged its total support to the newly appointed Vice-Chancellor of the institution, Professor Gbenga Ibileye, describing his emergence as well-deserved and inspiring confidence in the future of the university.
In a congratulatory letter dated 16th December, 2025, the students’ body expressed its readiness to cooperate and partner constructively with the Vice-Chancellor’s administration in fostering a peaceful, inclusive and student-centred academic environment.
The union noted that sustained dialogue and mutual respect between university management and the students’ leadership remain indispensable to institutional stability, academic excellence and the holistic welfare of students, stressing that these values align strongly with the character and leadership disposition of Professor Ibileye.
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Commending the process that led to his appointment, the SUG described it as transparent, merit-driven and highly competitive, adding that such a process reflects the credibility of the university’s governing structures and the calibre of leadership now entrusted with its affairs.
The students’ body further extolled Professor Ibileye’s exceptional academic credentials, visionary leadership qualities and unwavering commitment to institutional excellence, describing him as a scholar of depth, integrity and purpose.
According to the union, these sterling qualities inspire strong confidence that the new Vice-Chancellor will not only consolidate on the laudable achievements of his predecessor but will also usher the Federal University, Lokoja into a new era of academic distinction, innovation, growth and global competitiveness.
The letter was jointly signed by Joseph Adopisa Adoma, President of the Students’ Union Government; EmmanyPeace Eleojo, Secretary; and Abdullahi Omeiza S., Public Relations Officer.
The students reaffirmed their commitment to supporting policies and initiatives that advance academic excellence, peaceful coexistence and the overall progress of the university under Professor Ibileye’s leadership.
(Democracy Newsline Newspaper, December 18th 2025)
