{{Short description|Private university in Ede, Nigeria}} {{Infobox university |name = Adeleke University |native_name = |image = Logo_of_Adeleke_University.png |image_size = |motto = Education, Excellence And Character |established = 2011 |type = Private |religious_affiliation = Seventh-day Adventist Church |endowment = |staff = |faculties = |provost = |president = Adedeji Adeleke |head_label = Pro-Chancellor |head = Adedeji Adeleke |rector = |chancellor = Ibekwe C. Egbuta |vice_chancellor = Solomon Ajayi Adebola |dean = |students = |undergrad = |postgrad = |doctoral = |profess = |city = Ede |state = Osun State |country = Nigeria |coor = {{coord|7.7600|4.4625|type:edu|display=inline,title}} |campus = {{convert|520|acre|km2}} |free_label = |free = |colors = {{color box|Navy}}{{color box|Yellow}} Royal blue and yellow |mascot = |nickname = |affiliations = |footnotes = <ref>{{Cite web |url=http://adelekeuniversity.edu.ng/about-us/ |title=About AU – Adeleke University |access-date=2017-12-17 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171223183841/http://adelekeuniversity.edu.ng/about-us/ |archive-date=2017-12-23 |url-status=dead }}</ref><ref name="auto">{{cite web|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NBUe5Qyt8Pw|title=Metrofile Adeleke University Holds 1st Convocation Ceremony 190915|last=Channels Television|date=24 December 2015|access-date=22 November 2018|publisher=YouTube}}</ref> |website = {{URL|www.adelekeuniversity.edu.ng}} |logo = }} {{Seventh-day Adventism}} '''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 <ref>{{Cite news|url=http://sunnewsonline.com/new/prof-amusans-revelation-why-adeleke-university-charges-the-lowest-fee-of-all-nigerian-universities/ |location=Lagos, Nigeria|title=Prof. Amusan revelation on why Adeleke University charges the lowest fee of all Nigerian University |access-date=August 23, 2015 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150802230654/http://sunnewsonline.com/new/prof-amusans-revelation-why-adeleke-university-charges-the-lowest-fee-of-all-nigerian-universities/ |archive-date=August 2, 2015 |newspaper=The Sun}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.punchng.com/education/vc-flays-fg-for-excluding-private-varsities-from-tetfund/ |title=VC flays FG for excluding private varsities from TETFUND |access-date=August 23, 2015 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150801061846/http://www.punchng.com/education/vc-flays-fg-for-excluding-private-varsities-from-tetfund/ |archive-date=August 1, 2015 |newspaper=The Punch}}</ref> 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"<ref>{{Cite news |title=About AU – Adeleke University |url=http://adelekeuniversity.edu.ng/about-us/ |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171223183841/http://adelekeuniversity.edu.ng/about-us/ |archive-date=2017-12-23 |access-date=2026-02-12 |work=Adeleke University |language=en-US}}</ref>
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.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.csmonitor.com/Commentary/Opinion/2010/1115/For-real-education-reform-take-a-cue-from-the-Adventists|title=For real education reform, take a cue from the Adventists|date=15 November 2010|access-date=22 November 2018|newspaper=The Christian Science Monitor}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.religionfacts.com/christianity/denominations/seventh_day_adventist.htm |title=Seventh-day Adventists - Christian Denomination | Religion Facts |access-date=2016-03-31 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150323223151/http://www.religionfacts.com/christianity/denominations/seventh_day_adventist.htm |archive-date=2015-03-23 }}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=Department of Education, Seventh-day Adventist Church |url=http://education.gc.adventist.org/about.html |website=Education.gc.adventist.org |access-date=2010-06-18 |archive-date=2017-10-17 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171017005947/http://education.gc.adventist.org/about.html |url-status=dead }}</ref><ref>{{cite web | url = http://news.adventist.org/2003/04/worl-church-a-closer-look-at-higher-eucatio.html | title = World Church: A Closer Look at Higher Education | first1 = Wendi | last1 = Rogers | first2 = Mark A. | last2 = Kellner | date = April 1, 2003 | publisher = Adventist News Network | access-date = 2010-06-19 }}</ref>
== 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.<ref>{{cite web |title=Management – Adeleke University |url=https://adelekeuniversity.edu.ng/management/ |website=Adeleke University |access-date=24 February 2026}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=Governing Council |url=https://adelekeuniversity.edu.ng/governing-council/ |website=Adeleke University |access-date=24 February 2026}}</ref>
=== Chancellor === * '''Dr. Adedeji T. Adeleke''' – Chancellor and Founder of Adeleke University, responsible for ceremonial duties and strategic oversight of the institution.<ref>{{cite web |title=Management – Adeleke University |url=https://adelekeuniversity.edu.ng/management/ |website=Adeleke University |access-date=24 February 2026}}</ref>
=== Pro-Chancellor === * '''Professor Solomon Ajayi Adebola''' – Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, providing leadership for council meetings and broad policy direction.<ref>{{cite web |title=Governing Council |url=https://adelekeuniversity.edu.ng/governing-council/ |website=Adeleke University |access-date=24 February 2026}}</ref>
=== President / Vice-Chancellor === * '''Professor Luke Onuoha''' – President and Vice-Chancellor, overseeing the daily academic and administrative affairs of the university.<ref>{{cite web |title=Management – Adeleke University |url=https://adelekeuniversity.edu.ng/management/ |website=Adeleke University |access-date=24 February 2026}}</ref>
=== Other Principal Officers === {| class="wikitable" |- ! Office ! Holder |- | Registrar | Mr. Caleb O. Oyerinde | Chief administrative officer responsible for academic records and student matters.<ref>{{cite web |title=Management – Adeleke University |url=https://adelekeuniversity.edu.ng/management/ |website=Adeleke University |access-date=24 February 2026}}</ref> |- | Bursar | Mr. Emeka Basil Anene | Oversees financial affairs and budgeting.<ref>{{cite web |title=Management – Adeleke University |url=https://adelekeuniversity.edu.ng/management/ |website=Adeleke University |access-date=24 February 2026}}</ref> |- | University Librarian | Professor Uloma Onuoha | Heads library services and information resources.<ref>{{cite web |title=Management – Adeleke University |url=https://adelekeuniversity.edu.ng/management/ |website=Adeleke University |access-date=24 February 2026}}</ref> |- | Vice President, Spiritual Life | Pastor Olugbenga Efuntade | Leads spiritual activities and pastoral programmes.<ref>{{cite web |title=Management – Adeleke University |url=https://adelekeuniversity.edu.ng/management/ |website=Adeleke University |access-date=24 February 2026}}</ref> |}
== 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.<ref>{{cite web |title=Academic Programmes |url=https://adelekeuniversity.edu.ng/academics/ |website=Adeleke University |access-date=24 February 2026}}</ref>
=== Faculty of Science === * Biology * Chemistry * Computer Science * Industrial Mathematics * Physics * Microbiology
=== Faculty of Social and Management Sciences === * Accounting * Banking and Finance * thumb|Faculty of Social scienceBusiness 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 thumb|Faculty of Law building
=== 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.<ref>{{cite web |title=Postgraduate Studies |url=https://adelekeuniversity.edu.ng/postgraduate/ |website=Adeleke University |access-date=24 February 2026}}</ref>
== Convocation == Adeleke University holds annual convocation ceremonies for the award of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, diplomas, and prizes to graduating students.
{| class="wikitable sortable" ! 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.<ref>{{cite web |title=Adeleke University celebrates third convocation with first class honours |url=https://adelekeuniversity.edu.ng/adeleke-university-celebrates-third-convocation-18-first-class-honours-grade/ |website=Adeleke University |access-date=24 February 2026}}</ref> |- | 2018 || 4th || A total of 196 students graduated, and honorary degrees were awarded to distinguished personalities.<ref>{{cite web |title=Seven emerges with First Class as AU graduates 196 |url=https://adelekeuniversity.edu.ng/seven-emerges-first-class-au-graduates-196/ |website=Adeleke University |access-date=24 February 2026}}</ref> |- | 2019 || 5th || The university graduated about 330 students, including its first postgraduate students and the first sets from Law and Engineering faculties.<ref>{{cite web |title=AU graduates first set of postgraduate, law and engineering students |url=https://adelekeuniversity.edu.ng/au-graduates-first-set-postgraduate-law-engineering-students/ |website=Adeleke University |access-date=24 February 2026}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |title=Adeleke varsity set to graduate 400 at 5th convocation |url=https://independent.ng/adeleke-varsity-set-to-graduate-400-at-5th-convocation/ |location=Lagos, Nigeria|access-date=24 February 2026|newspaper=Independent}}</ref> |- | 2020 || 6th || Adeleke University became the first university in Nigeria to conduct a virtual convocation ceremony due to the COVID-19 pandemic.<ref>{{cite web |title=Adeleke University marks first virtual convocation in Nigeria |url=https://adelekeuniversity.edu.ng/adeleke-university-marks-first-virtual-convocation-in-nigeria/ |website=Adeleke University |access-date=24 February 2026}}</ref> |- | 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.<ref>{{cite web |title=Adeleke University 2023 convocation ceremony |url=https://adelekeuniversity.edu.ng/adediran-rachel-adebunmi-attains-remarkable-4-95-cgpa-named-overall-best-graduating-student-at-adeleke-universitys-2023-convocation-ceremony/ |website=Adeleke University |access-date=24 February 2026}}</ref> |- | 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.<ref>{{cite web |title=11th Undergraduate and 7th Postgraduate Convocation Ceremony |url=https://events.adelekeuniversity.edu.ng/ |website=Adeleke University |access-date=24 February 2026}}</ref> |}
== 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.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Adeleke University Library – Adeleke University Library |url=https://library.adelekeuniversity.edu.ng/ |access-date=2024-05-03 |language=en-US}}</ref>
=== 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.<ref>{{cite web |title=Adeleke University Rankings |url=https://edurank.org/uni/adeleke-university/ |website=EduRank |access-date=24 February 2026 }}</ref>
== 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.<ref>{{cite web |title=List of Approved Private Universities in Nigeria |url=https://www.nuc.edu.ng/nigerian-univerisities/private-universities/ |website=National Universities Commission |access-date=24 February 2026 }}</ref>
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.<ref>{{cite web |title=International Collaborations |url=https://adelekeuniversity.edu.ng/international-collaborations/ |website=Adeleke University |access-date=24 February 2026 }}</ref>
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.<ref>{{cite web |title=About Adeleke University |url=https://adelekeuniversity.edu.ng/about-us/ |website=Adeleke University |access-date=24 February 2026 }}</ref>
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