Vice-Chancellor of Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta

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Vice-Chancellor of Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta
Incumbent
Professor Olusola Kehinde
since 1 November 2022 (2022-11-01)
TypeEducational
NominatorFUNAAB Governing Council
AppointerNigeria Federal Government
Term length Single term of 5 years
Precursor Ololade Ade Enikuomehin
First holder Nurudeen Olorunimbe Adedipe

The Vice-Chancellor of Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta is the executive head of the University. Upon the VC's appointment by her governing council, [1] the VC has the overall responsibility for the policy and administration of the University. Professor Olusola Kehinde currently serves as acting VC of Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, since 1 November 2022. [2]

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References

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  2. Seyibabs. "FUNAAB Appoints New VC, Registrar, Bursar". FUNAAB Community. Retrieved 8 February 2019.