Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke Approves Palliative for UNIOSUN Staff

In a gesture of support and consideration, Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has granted approval to the recommendation put forth by the Adeboye-led management of Osun State University (UNIOSUN) to provide palliative assistance to all university staff. The aim of this initiative is to alleviate the impact of the recent removal of fuel subsidies.

The announcement was made through an official statement released by the University’s Public Relations Officer, Ademola Adesoji, on June 15, 2023. As the visitor to Osun State University, Governor Adeleke accepted the management’s proposal for the disbursement of palliative funds to UNIOSUN staff, taking into account the exorbitant costs associated with inter-campus commuting during this period of high petrol prices.

The statement read, “Having recognized that the rising costs of inter-campus commuting could significantly affect the university staff, the University Management, under the leadership of Vice-Chancellor Professor ‘Ayo Clement Adebooye, recommended the provision of palliative support to the Governor, which he graciously approved with immediate effect.”

Expressing their gratitude for the Governor’s kind gesture, the Chairman of the University’s Joint Action Congress of NAAT, NASU, and SSANU, Comrade Isaiah Fayemi, conveyed appreciation on behalf of all union members. He commended the Vice-Chancellor, the Management team, and Governor Adeleke for their magnanimity. Furthermore, he emphasized that the provision of palliative support serves as a means to motivate staff, urging everyone to demonstrate unwavering commitment to their duties and discharge them diligently.

UNIOSUN remains dedicated to fostering a supportive and productive community, and the university extends heartfelt thanks to Governor Adeleke for his approval. This decision underscores the government’s recognition of the challenges faced by the staff and their commitment to alleviating the burden caused by rising fuel prices.

As UNIOSUN continues to prioritize the welfare of its staff members, it remains steadfast in its pursuit of excellence in academia and aims to provide a conducive environment for learning and research.

Osun State University Scholars Secure $12 Million in Research Grants, Cementing Global Recognition

Prof. Clement Adebooye, the Vice-Chancellor of Osun State University, has announced that scholars from the university have secured research grants totaling $12 million in the first half of 2023. According to Adebooye, this achievement is attributed to the support and encouragement provided by the university’s management to its staff in finding solutions to global issues.

The announcement came in response to the recent success of Prof. John Agbonifo, the Director of the Global Affairs and Sustainable Development Institute, and Prof. Olukoya Ogen, the Director of the Office of Research and Innovation Management. They collaborated with Prof. Jean-Marc Trouille from Bradford University to form a research consortium for a project titled “The European Union and Africa in a Multi Crises World.” The research project received funding of €7,800,000 from ERASMUS-JMO-2023-NETWORKS-HEI-NON-EU-AFRICA.

A statement released by the UNIOSUN Public Relations Officer, Ademola Adesoji, highlighted that the AfriquEurope project, facilitated by Prof. Agbonifo and with Prof. Ogen as the Project Financial Signatory, is the largest Jean Monnet network of its kind. It aims to foster collaboration between universities and think tanks in Africa and Europe, focusing on issues relevant to both continents and supporting the EU’s efforts to strengthen its partnership with Africa.

Expressing his satisfaction with the achievements of the university’s staff, Vice-Chancellor Adebooye stated that these research endeavors and grant successes align with his vision for the institution. He believes that UNIOSUN will continue to attract significant funding and become one of the leading universities in the region in terms of research grants.

“With a total of $12 million secured in grants in 2023 alone, UNIOSUN has achieved a remarkable milestone. We take great pride in the accomplishments of our researchers. This latest grant marks another significant step in our research and global visibility agenda. I am confident that in the near future, we will be among the universities that have won the highest grants in this part of the world,” Adebooye declared.