On Thursday, 8th October 2026, the Vice-Chancellor of Lagos State University, Professor Ayodeji Olawunmi BADEJO, FCASSON, FAPROCON, MNAE, paid courtesy visits to three traditional rulers in the University’s host communities to strengthen existing relationships and secure their continued support for the institution.
The Vice-Chancellor visited the palaces of His Royal Majesty, Oba Sulaimon Adeshina RAJI-ASHADE, the Oniba Ekun of Iba Kingdom; His Royal Majesty, Oba Galib Adeniyi RUFAI (Adeife I), the Olojo of Ojo; and His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr) Nojeemdeen Abidemi Aberejo OGUNJOBI III (Oduala I), the Alakesan of Akesan Kingdom.
Professor BADEJO was accompanied by members of the University’s Management including the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academics) Professor Oseni AFISI, FSPSP, M.CIoD, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration) Professor Oluwatoyin ENIKUOMEHIN, FAIMFIN, FAAAI; the Registrar, Mr Emmanuel FANU; the Bursar, Mr Olabisi YUSUF; the University Librarian, Dr Omawunmi MAKINDE; and other senior members of staff.
At each palace, the Vice-Chancellor appreciated the traditional rulers for their support of the University over the years and past administrations, and reaffirmed LASU’s commitment to sustaining its cordial relationship with the traditional institutions and the host communities. She sought the traditional rulers’ continued support and cooperation in advancing the University’s development and fostering stronger ties with its surrounding communities.
The traditional rulers, in turn, warmly welcomed the delegation, offered prayers for the Vice-Chancellor and the University, and pledged their continued support for LASU. Their assurances highlighted the importance of the partnership between the University and the traditional institutions in maintaining peaceful coexistence and strengthening community relations.
The visits provided an opportunity for the Vice-Chancellor to engage with key traditional stakeholders and reinforce LASU’s commitment to maintaining strong and mutually beneficial relationships with its host communities.
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