The launch of the visitation of Redeemer’s University in Ede, Osun, was announced by the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye. The move is a testament to the institution’s commitment to assessing its performance over the past five years. The approval of the visitation committee follows a process that is in line with the requirements of the university’s governing law.
The committee was formed to ensure regular monitoring of the institution’s progress in line with international best practices. The first visit was conducted in 2019 and this new committee will oversee the progress made since then.
The inauguration ceremony of the committee took place in Lagos under the supervision of the Chairman of the University’s Governing Council, Pastor Olukayode Pitan. His speech instilled a sense of optimism about the benefits that the visit would bring to the university, enabling it to scale new heights.
The Vice Chancellor of the university, Professor Shadrach Akindele, described the visit as a valuable opportunity for the institution to benefit from relevant perspectives and analysis of its past performance. He stressed the importance of this approach in identifying successes and areas for improvement.
On his part, the Chairman of the Visitation Committee, Professor Femi Mimiko, expressed gratitude and commitment to the mission. Drawing on his experience as a former Vice Chancellor of Adekunle Ajasin University, he pledged to conduct a thorough evaluation that would live up to the expectations placed on him.
The members of the committee, including Professor Ernest Izevbigie and Dr Linda Onwuka, pledged to carry out their mission in a spirit of transparency and accountability. They are seeking the collaboration of the entire university community and stakeholders to facilitate their work.
In conclusion, this visit to Redeemer’s University is of paramount importance to the institution. It will allow it to consolidate its achievements, identify areas for improvement and strengthen its commitment to academic excellence.