The Federal Government has officially adopted the Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED) in Ijagun, Ogun State, as a Federal University. This makes it the first federally owned tertiary institution in Ogun East Senatorial District.
President Bola Tinubu approved the transition on Friday, thanking the Ogun State Government for allowing the Federal Government to take over one of the state’s most valued educational institutions.
Tinubu highlighted that this decision honors the legacy of Chief Obafemi Awolowo, who championed free education in Western Nigeria, and Dr. Tai Solarin, a dedicated educator and patriot. Solarin, founder of Mayflower School in Ikenne, devoted his life to shaping young minds and instilling leadership values.
The President also acknowledged the Awujale of Ijebuland for his key role in preventing the university’s closure in 2012, just seven years after its establishment.
According to Tinubu, TASUED’s transition to a Federal University of Education aligns with the government’s commitment to improving teacher training and education standards nationwide.
The university already has strong infrastructure and academic programs, meaning the federal takeover will require minimal investment.
Founded by the Ogun State Government in 2005, TASUED is Nigeria’s first specialized university of education. The institution was named after Dr. Tai Solarin, a renowned educationist and activist.
With this new status, TASUED joins Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education in Owerri and Adeyemi Federal University of Education in Ondo as Nigeria’s third Federal University of Education.
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