Fatshimetrie, a leading education media outlet, recently reported a valuable piece of information about Bishop David Oyedepo, the founder of Faith Covenant University and Chairman of the University’s Governing Council. In his latest exposé, Oyedepo revealed a crucial stage in his academic journey, where he painstakingly studied nine world-renowned universities to design the structure of his educational institution.
Among the nine institutions mentioned were prestigious names such as Harvard, Princeton, Yale, Columbia, Caltech, MIT, Stanford, Duke and Dartmouth. This rigorous process was undertaken to enable Faith Covenant University to stand out and provide a top-notch educational experience to its students.
The fruit of this extensive research was recently illustrated in the release of the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025. Covenant University emerged as the top Nigerian institution and an impressive sixth place in West and Sub-Saharan Africa.
Speaking at the 19th convocation ceremony held at the university’s campus in Ota, Ogun State, Bishop David Oyedepo shared his satisfaction with the results. He emphasized the importance of the methodology applied to inspire and shape the core values of Covenant University, which has contributed to the excellence of the institution.
Beyond simply observing foreign educational practices, Oyedepo has transformed this knowledge into a unique and innovative framework for higher education in Nigeria. He said that while drawing inspiration from these studies, Covenant University has remained true to its mission of providing a quality educational alternative, thereby enabling students to benefit from an excellent education.
In conclusion, Bishop David Oyedepo’s commitment to academic excellence and educational innovation has been the pillar of Covenant University’s success. His strategic approach, forged by the study of global best practices, has enabled the institution to rise to the ranks of the leading higher education institutions in the country and the West African region. Through his visionary leadership, Oyedepo has not only enriched the educational landscape in Nigeria but has also provided young students with premier personal and professional development opportunities.