# Kings University

> Mediated Wiki article. Canonical URL: https://mediated.wiki/source/Kings_University
> Markdown URL: https://mediated.wiki/source/Kings_University.md
> Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kings_University
> Source revision: 1348691085
> License: Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/)

For institutions with similar names, see [King's University (disambiguation)](/source/King's_University_(disambiguation)).

**Kings University** is a private university in [Nigeria](/source/Nigeria), founded in 2015 and located in the [Odeomu](/source/Odeomu) area of [Osun State](/source/Osun_State).[1] The university was established by the [Kingsway International Christian Centre](/source/Kingsway_International_Christian_Centre), a church-owned by Pastor [Matthew Ashimolowo](/source/Matthew_Ashimolowo) who also happens to be the Chancellor of Kings University.[2]

## Administration and Governance

Kings University is a private university located in Odeomu, Osun State, Nigeria. It was established in 2015 by the Kingsway International Christian Centre (KICC) under the leadership of Pastor Matthew Ashimolowo. The university is governed by a Chancellor, Governing Council, Vice-Chancellor, and principal officers who oversee academic and administrative functions.[3]

### Chancellor

- **Pastor Matthew Ashimolowo** – Founder and Chancellor (2015–present), provides strategic direction and ceremonial leadership of the university.[4]

### Vice-Chancellors

Vice-Chancellor Tenure Prof. Tunde Asubiojo 2015–2020 Prof. Adenike Kuku 2020–present

### Principal Officers

Office Holder Registrar Ms. Temitayo Olowola Oversees academic records and administrative registry. Bursar Mrs. Aisha Oladimeji Manages financial affairs. University Librarian Dr. Olumide Adebayo Heads library and information services.

## Convocation

Kings University holds convocation ceremonies to confer degrees and recognize academic achievement among graduating students.

Year Convocation Key details 2018 3rd Early convocation for pioneer graduates. 2020 5th Graduates from expanded faculties including social sciences and management. 2022 7th Introduced postgraduate graduands in select programmes. 2025 10th Latest documented convocation with undergraduate and postgraduate awards.

[5]

## Faculties and academic programmes

Kings University offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes accredited by the National Universities Commission.

### Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

- English and Literary Studies
- International Studies
- Political Science

### Faculty of Management and Social Sciences

- Accounting
- Business Administration
- Economics
- Marketing
- Public Administration

### Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences

- Computer Science
- Microbiology
- Biochemistry
- Physics

## Rankings

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

- **#128 in Nigeria**
- **#807 in Africa**
- **#12,221 in the world**

EduRank evaluates universities based on research output, academic prominence, online visibility, and impact.[6]

## Affiliations and partnerships

Kings University is accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC) of Nigeria.[7]

The institution collaborates with church networks, community organisations, and industry partners to support research, student development, and leadership training. Partnerships include initiatives for professional certification and student exchange programmes.[8]

## Campus life and community involvement

Kings University's campus in Odeomu provides academic facilities, lecture halls, laboratories, residential hostels, and recreational spaces that support student learning and extracurricular activities. The university also engages in community outreach, skill training programmes, and social impact activities aimed at youth development.[9]

## Achievement

In December 2021, Kings University was ranked 31st best University in Nigeria. Kings University was also ranked 16th best amongst the more than 90 private Universities in Nigeria.[10]

## References

1. ["Kings University | Ranking & Review"](https://www.unirank.org/ng/uni/kings-university/). *www.unirank.org*. Retrieved 2021-12-16.

1. ["Focus on Providing Solutions, Kings Varsity Chancellor Tells Students"](https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2021/06/16/focus-on-providing-solutions-kings-varsity-chancellor-tells-students-2/). *[This Day](/source/This_Day)*. 2021-06-15. Retrieved 2021-12-16.

1. ["About Kings University"](https://www.kingsuniversity.edu.ng/about-us/). *Kings University*. Retrieved 24 February 2026.

1. ["Kingsway International Christian Centre"](https://kicc.org.uk/). *KICC*. Retrieved 24 February 2026.

1. ["Kings University convocation events"](https://www.kingsuniversity.edu.ng/news-events/convocation/). *Kings University*. Retrieved 24 February 2026.

1. ["Kings University Rankings"](https://edurank.org/uni/kings-university/). *EduRank*. Retrieved 24 February 2026.

1. ["List of Approved Private Universities in Nigeria"](https://www.nuc.edu.ng/nigerian-univerisities/private-universities/). *National Universities Commission*. Retrieved 24 February 2026.

1. ["Partnerships and collaborations"](https://www.kingsuniversity.edu.ng/about-us/strategic-partnerships/). *Kings University*. Retrieved 24 February 2026.

1. ["Campus Facilities – Kings University"](https://www.kingsuniversity.edu.ng/campus-life/). *Kings University*. Retrieved 24 February 2026.

1. ["NUC ranks King's University 31st overall best in Nigeria"](https://tribuneonlineng.com/nuc-ranks-kings-university-31st-overall-best-in-nigeria/). *[Nigerian Tribune](/source/Nigerian_Tribune)*. 2021-12-17. Retrieved 2021-12-18.

---
Adapted from the Wikipedia article [Kings University](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kings_University) by Wikipedia contributors ([contributor history](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kings_University?action=history)). Available under [Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/). Changes may have been made.