General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has appointed Professor Toyin Ogundipe as the new Pro-Chancellor of Redeemer’s University, located in Ede, Osun State.
This announcement was made in a statement by the Deputy Director of Corporate Affairs at the university, Adetunji Adeleye, on Monday.
Professor Ogundipe succeeds Pastor Ezekiel Odeyemi, who previously held the position and is the Assistant General Overseer responsible for Training and Education within RCCG.
Ogundipe comes to this role with an impressive background, having served as the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Lagos until November 2022.
Born on May 31, 1960, Professor Ogundipe joined UNILAG in 1990, and he swiftly advanced through the ranks, achieving the title of professor in 2002.
Throughout his career, he has held various administrative positions, culminating in his appointment as Vice-Chancellor in November 2017, a role he fulfilled for five years before completing his tenure.
The newly reconstituted Governing Council of Redeemer’s University includes notable academics and representatives from various sectors.
Members consist of Professor Shadrach Olufemi Akindele, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Ahmed Parker Yerima, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, and Professor Olalere Gabriel Adeyemi, all representing the University Senate.
Additionally, Professor Christian Happi also represents the University Senate, while other council members include Professor Idowu Odebode from the University Congregation and Professor Emmanuel Ajav representing RCCG.
Further representation on the council comes from Pastor (Mrs.) Tomi Somefun and Pastor Sola Olukoya, both representing RCCG, along with legal practitioner Dr. Olaniyi Salau. Mr. Tobi Aniyi represents the Redeemer’s University Alumni, and Mrs. Funmilayo Olusola Kolade represents the National Universities Commission.
Finally, Mrs. Mojisola Oje serves as the Registrar and Secretary to the Council.
This significant appointment marks a new chapter for Redeemer’s University, as it continues to uphold its commitment to academic excellence and spiritual growth under Professor Ogundipe’s leadership.
