The Adeleke University is a privately-owned institution located in Ede, a town in Osun State, southwestern Nigeria. It was established by Chief Adedeji Adeleke in the year 2011 through the Springtime Development Foundation (SDF), a philanthropic, non-profit organization established by Chief Adedeji to assist less privileged students in obtaining quality higher education. The school motto was known to be "Education, Excellence and Character"

As a faith-based institution of higher learning, it is closely aligned with (but not owned and/or operated by) the Seventh-day Adventist Church and its philosophy of Christian Education. As such, it is part of the Seventh-day Adventist Education System, the world's second largest Christian school system.

Administration

Adeleke University, a private faith-based institution in Ede, Osun State, Nigeria, is governed by a leadership structure that includes a Chancellor, Pro-Chancellor, Governing Council, President/Vice-Chancellor, and other principal officers responsible for academic and administrative management.

Chancellor Dr. Adedeji T. Adeleke – Chancellor and Founder of Adeleke University, responsible for ceremonial duties and strategic oversight of the institution.

Pro-Chancellor Professor Solomon Ajayi Adebola – Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, providing leadership for council meetings and broad policy direction.

President / Vice-Chancellor Professor Luke Onuoha – President and Vice-Chancellor, overseeing the daily academic and administrative affairs of the university.

Other Principal Officers Office Holder Registrar Mr. Caleb O. Oyerinde Chief administrative officer responsible for academic records and student matters. Bursar Mr. Emeka Basil Anene Oversees financial affairs and budgeting. University Librarian Professor Uloma Onuoha Heads library services and information resources. Vice President, Spiritual Life Pastor Olugbenga Efuntade Leads spiritual activities and pastoral programmes.

Faculties and Academic programmes

Adeleke University offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes through several faculties and academic departments. The courses are accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC) of Nigeria.

Faculty of Science Biology Chemistry Computer Science Industrial Mathematics Physics Microbiology

Faculty of Social and Management Sciences Accounting Banking and Finance Business Administration Economics Mass Communication Political Science and International Relations Sociology

Faculty of Arts and Humanities English Language and Literature History and International Studies Religious and Cultural Studies

Faculty of Education Science Education Education Management Educational Foundations

Faculty of Law Law (LL.B)

Faculty of Environmental Sciences Estate Management Geography and Environmental Management Urban and Regional Planning

Postgraduate Programmes Adeleke University also offers postgraduate degrees (Master’s and Ph.D.) and Postgraduate Diplomas (PGD) in selected disciplines across science, social sciences, and humanities.

Convocation Adeleke University holds annual convocation ceremonies for the award of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, diplomas, and prizes to graduating students.

Year Convocation Key highlights 2015 1st Adeleke University held its first convocation ceremony for pioneer graduates following its establishment in 2011. 2017 3rd The university graduated about 250 students from six faculties, including 17 First Class graduates. 2018 4th A total of 196 students graduated, and honorary degrees were awarded to distinguished personalities. 2019 5th The university graduated about 330 students, including its first postgraduate students and the first sets from Law and Engineering faculties. 2020 6th Adeleke University became the first university in Nigeria to conduct a virtual convocation ceremony due to the COVID-19 pandemic. 2023 9th undergraduate and 5th postgraduate The ceremony honoured graduating students across disciplines, with Rachel Adediran emerging as the overall best graduating student with a CGPA of 4.95. 2025 11th undergraduate and 7th postgraduate The university held its convocation ceremony from July to August 2025 for the award of degrees, diplomas, and prizes.

Library The library has a collection of online and offline resources which support teaching, learning and research needs.

It offers a wide range of services which include:

Circulation services The Circulation Department provides services that include registration of new users and charging and discharging of books. Serial Services The Serial Department is in charge of the serial services and oversees the serial publications such as journals, magazines, newspapers, thesis and other periodicals. Reference Services The Reference Department attends to reference questions through telephone and written reference requests. Electronic services The E-services provide equipment and facilities for students to study, work and conduct research. The sitting capacity can accommodate about 180 persons.

Sub libraries

Accounting library Engineering library Faculty of Arts library Faculty of Science library Law library Medical laboratory science library Nursing library

Rankings According to the 2025 EduRank university rankings, Adeleke University is ranked:

96th in Nigeria 623rd in Africa 11,489th in the world

EduRank evaluates universities based on research output, non-academic prominence, and the impact of notable alumni.

Affiliations and partnerships Adeleke University maintains academic and institutional collaborations with national and international organisations to promote research, academic exchange, and professional development.

The university is accredited and regulated by the National Universities Commission (NUC) of Nigeria.

Adeleke University has also entered into partnerships with professional bodies and international institutions to enhance curriculum development, research cooperation, and staff and student exchange programmes.

The university collaborates with industry stakeholders and faith-based organisations consistent with its Seventh-day Adventist heritage to support community service, leadership training, and value-based education.

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