NUC approves commencement of B.Sc mechatronics engineering, six other academic programmes for EKSU
Following the outcome of the May, 2025 Resource Verification Visit carried out by panels of experts from the National Universities Commission (NUC) for the assessment of human and material resources available for some programmes, with a view to ensuring the institution’s compliance to the National academic standard, the Commission has granted approval for the commencement of full time mode for seven (7) new academic programmes in Ekiti State University, Ado Ekiti.
This cheering news was received with excitement by the Management, Staff and Students of the University as it marks another major stride in the university’s drive towards academic excellence and honour.
According to the letter conveying the approval, the newly approved programmes include:
B. Sc. Mechatronics Engineering
B. Sc Agricultural Economics
B. Sc. Agricultural Extension and Rural Development
B. Sc. Animal Science
B. Sc. Crop Science
B. Sc. Horticulture and Landscape Management
B. Sc. Soil Science
The letter dated 17th July, 2025 was signed by Abubakar M. Girei, NUC’s Acting Director of Academic Planning, on behalf of the Executive Secretary of NUC and addressed to the Vice Chancellor of Ekiti State University, Ado Ekiti.
The Vice Chancellor of the University, Professor Joseph Babatola Ayodele, described the approval as a dream come true and a product of relentless efforts by the academic and administrative staff of the University. He added that this milestone reflects the university’s unwavering commitment to expanding educational frontiers and addressing the evolving needs of the contemporary society.
The Vice Chancellor appreciated the Governor of Ekiti State and Visitor to the university, His Excellency, Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, the Chancellor of the University, Dr. Tunji Olowolafe and the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Governing Council, Prof. Akin Oyebode for their impactful efforts and interest in growing the university globally.
With this development, prospective students can now apply for admission into these newly approved programmes starting from the 2025/2026 academic session.
