The University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) has proudly announced the promotion of 40 of its senior academic staff to the esteemed rank of professor. This significant elevation, as revealed in the university’s Bulletin issued on Monday, was duly approved by the Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, SAN.
The publication highlights that these 40 distinguished scholars were meticulously chosen for their outstanding contributions in the spheres of teaching, research, and community service, meriting their ascension to the pinnacle of academic achievement.
A detailed breakdown of the beneficiaries of this promotion exercise reveals that 11 of the newly minted professors hail from the Faculty of Agriculture. Additionally, the Faculty of Clinical Sciences celebrates the elevation of two lecturers to the esteemed rank of professor, while the Faculty of Communication & Information Sciences proudly boasts two new professors of its own.
Further, the Faculty of Law welcomes one new professor into its esteemed ranks, while the Faculty of Life Sciences celebrates the promotion of four accomplished scholars to professorship, among other notable advancements across various faculties.
This commendable recognition underscores UNILORIN’s commitment to fostering academic excellence and acknowledges the pivotal role these individuals play in advancing knowledge, both within the university and in society at large.