TAI SOLARIN FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF EDUCATION (TASFUED) APPOINTS PROF. SAMUEL EKUNDAYO OLADIPO AS 3RD INDIGENOUS & 6TH SUBSTANTIVE VICE-CHANCELLOR

The Governing Council of Tai Solarin Federal University of Education (TASFUED) has announced the appointment of Prof. Samuel Ekundayo Oladipo as the new Vice Chancellor of the institution. He assumes office as the 3rd indigenous Vice Chancellor and the 6th substantive Vice Chancellor of Nigeria’s Premier University of Education.

Prof. Oladipo, a distinguished Professor of Social Psychology and a foundation faculty member of TASUED, brings decades of academic excellence, administrative astuteness, and a deep commitment to value-driven Education to the university’s highest office.

Announcing the appointment, the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, Prof. Rahamon Adisa Bello at the end Council meeting today praised Prof. Oladipo’s impressive track record, noting his emergence as a product of merit, doggedness, and an unwavering dedication to the University’s founding ethos.

A Profile of Excellence

Born into the family of late Mr. & Mrs. Amos Oladipo of Agbaakin Compound, Akinmoorin, Oyo State, on June 29, 1969, Prof. Oladipo joined Tai Solarin College of Education (TASCE) in 1999 and became a foundation faculty member when it was upgraded to TASUED in 2005. He rose to the rank of Professor in October 2014.

Decades of Leadership & Service

Prior to his appointment as Vice Chancellor, Prof. Oladipo has served the university in numerous key capacities, including:

· Chairman, University Result Vetting Board

· Pioneer Director, Directorate of Research and External Relations (DRER)

· Pioneer Dean, College of Specialized and Professional Education (COSPED)

· Deputy Director, Directorate of Academic Planning, Quality Assurance and Research (DAPQAR)

· Sub-Dean, College of Applied Education and Vocational Technology (COAVOT)

He has also held a sabbatical appointment at Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko, and completed a post-doctoral fellowship at North-West University, Mafikeng, South Africa (2013–2015). He is a recipient of the prestigious National Research Fund.

A Prolific Scholar & Mentor

Prof. Oladipo has over 70 peer-reviewed journal articles, 10 edited academic books, numerous book chapters, and over 15 Christian books to his credit. He recently completed a TETFund-sponsored research on Development and Validation of Psycho-Educational Counselling Intervention Programme for Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse in Nigeria.

His research interests span spirituality and health, help-seeking behavior, gender-based violence, child abuse, and psychological scale development.

He is a member of the American Psychological Association, Psychological Association of Nigeria, Nigeria Social Psychology Association, Counselling Psychology Association of Nigeria, and the African Scientist Organisation.

Personal Life

Prof. Oladipo is a pastor, teacher of teachers, and an astute administrator known for his doggedness, accuracy, discipline, and punctuality. He enjoys writing, swimming, singing, and making friends. He is happily married to Mrs. Christianah P. Oladipo, and their marriage is blessed with children.

His appointment takes effect from 5th,May 2026.

Congratulations to newly appointed Vice-Chancellor of the University!