Ex-LASU VC, Prof. Olatunji-Bello, Appointed Redeemer’s University Pro-Chancellor

The immediate-past Vice-Chancellor of Lagos State University (LASU), Distinguished Professor Ibiyemi Ibilola Olatunji-Bello, has been appointed as the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of Redeemer’s University, Ede, Osun State.

The appointment was approved by the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, in an official letter dated November 1, 2026, and personally signed by the cleric.

According to the letter, Pastor Adeboye described the appointment as “a product of the trust which is reposed in you” and expressed confidence in Professor Olatunji-Bello’s ability to advance the university towards its institutional vision.

The appointment took effect on November 1, 2026, for an initial term of three years.

Professor Olatunji-Bello’s Academic and Administrative Career

Professor Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello is a Professor of Physiology who served as the ninth substantive Vice-Chancellor of Lagos State University from September 2021 to September 2026.

During her five-year tenure, LASU recorded several developments in university administration and institutional growth. Among the notable achievements highlighted were the university’s emergence as Nigeria’s most subscribed institution in JAMB UTME applications for two consecutive years.

Her administration also recorded developments in infrastructure, academic programme accreditation, digital transformation, internally generated revenue and student welfare.

Following the completion of her tenure, she handed over the leadership of LASU to Professor Ayodeji Olawunmi Badejo, who assumed office as the institution’s 10th substantive Vice-Chancellor.

Professor Olatunji-Bello’s Religious Background

Beyond her academic and administrative career, Professor Olatunji-Bello is also a pastor in the Redeemed Christian Church of God.

She holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Theology from the RCCG Bible College, in addition to her academic qualifications and experience in university administration.

Her appointment to lead the governing council of Redeemer’s University brings together her experience in higher education leadership and her involvement in the church.

What the Appointment Means for Redeemer’s University

As Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Council, Professor Olatunji-Bello will head the university’s governing council, which plays an important role in institutional governance, strategic direction and policy oversight.

She is expected to bring her experience in academic administration, university governance and institutional development to the leadership of the university.

Her appointment comes only weeks after she completed her five-year tenure as LASU Vice-Chancellor and handed over to her successor.

The three-year appointment, which commenced on November 1, 2026, marks a new chapter in her career in higher education leadership.