By Alaba Olusola Oke
The Achievers University, Owo in Ondo State, says 319 students have benefited from its 12 tuition-free academic programmes.
Prof. Oyesoji Aremu, the Vice-Chancellor (VC) of the institution, stated this on Monday in Owo at a news conference heralding the 15th convocation and 18th Foundation Day of the institution.
Aremu noted that one of the pillars of the university was making quality degree education programmes accessible to indigent students in the country.
He said that no fewer than 705 students across first and higher degree programmes would graduate during the convocation.
The VC added that 72 students had first class, 318 were in Second Class (Upper Division), while 223 students earned Second Class (Lower Division).
He also said 40 students were in Third Class category, in addition to 52 graduands in the higher degrees.
“Achievers stands tall as one of Nigeria’s most forward-thinking private universities, deepening innovation, expanding academic opportunities, and nurturing students who are making remarkable strides in various fields.
“We have strengthened our academic programmes, expanded our faculties, and invested heavily in modern infrastructure and technology to ensure that teaching, learning, and research meet global standards.
“The convocation is not just to celebrate graduates, but the dedication of staff, the trust of parents, and the resilience of our students who continue to represent Achievers University with excellence across Nigeria and beyond.
“Achievers now has two colleges: College of Medicine which is in its third year, and College of Postgraduate Studies comprised of nine faculties.
“From these faculties, there are eleven postgraduate programmes under the College of Postgraduate Studies,” the VC said.
According to him, the institution’s College of Medicine, which is in its third session, is waxing stronger.
“The university signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Federal Ministry of Health on Wednesday 16th July 2025 to have the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Owo, for the clinical training of our MBBS students.
“Two separate building projects are under construction. The Academic Building is inside the FMC, while the Hostel Block is at the opposite of the medical centre.
“The two building projects (Medical Students Clinical Hostel and the Academic Building) shall be completed early next year by the grace of God,” he stated.
Aremu noted that the university had zero tolerances for irresponsible social media behaviour, drug-related abuses, and dis-integrity in examinations.
He added that the institution regularly engaged its students through colloquia, in which morality, good character, and principles of integrity were magisterially emphasised. (NAN)
Edited by Ayodeji Alabi
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