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Federal Government Adopts TASUED as Federal University of Education

Benita OrumabyBenita Oruma
March 9, 2025
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Federal Government Adopts TASUED as Federal University of Education
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The Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED) in Ijagun, Ogun State, has been adopted by the federal government and elevated to the status of a Federal University of Education. This announcement was made on Sunday by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy. President Tinubu approved the adoption on Friday, expressing gratitude to the Ogun State Government for its invitation to assume control of the institution.

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  • Expansion of Federal Education Universities
  • TASUED’s History and Significance
  • Rationale Behind the Federal Adoption
  • Conclusion

Expansion of Federal Education Universities

With this development, the federal government now oversees three federal universities of education: Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education (Owerri), Adeyemi Federal University of Education (Ondo), and now TASUED. This expansion signifies a significant investment in teacher training and education infrastructure across the nation.

Federal Government Adopts TASUED as Federal University of Education

TASUED’s History and Significance

Established in 2005 by the Ogun State Government, TASUED holds a unique place in Nigerian education as the nation’s first specialized university of education. Its namesake, Dr. Tai Solarin, was a renowned activist and founder of Mayflower School in Ikenne, known for his commitment to impactful education and leadership development. The university’s location in Ogun East also marks a significant milestone, as it becomes the first federally owned tertiary institution in that senatorial district.

Rationale Behind the Federal Adoption

President Tinubu’s statement highlighted the adoption as an opportunity to honor several prominent figures: Chief Obafemi Awolowo, pioneer of the free education program in Western Nigeria; Dr. Tai Solarin, for his lifelong dedication to education; and the Awujale of Ijebuland, for instrumental intervention in preventing the university’s closure in 2012. Awolowo and Solarin were both celebrated figures from the Ogun East Senatorial District. The President emphasized that the transition is a strategic move to strengthen teacher education and improve the quality of teaching nationwide. The relatively developed infrastructure and academic program at TASUED also contributes to a smoother transition requiring minimal federal investment.

Conclusion

The federal government’s adoption of TASUED represents a significant investment in the future of education in Nigeria. By expanding its network of federal universities of education and recognizing the legacy of prominent figures like Dr. Tai Solarin and Chief Obafemi Awolowo, the government underscores its commitment to improving teacher training and fostering a higher standard of education across all levels. This strategic move, with its minimal financial implications due to TASUED’s existing infrastructure, promises a positive impact on the quality of teaching and learning throughout the country.

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Benita Oruma

Benita Oruma

Benita Oruma is a lawyer in training, a 400 level student in the university of Ibadan. She is a content writer with interest in corporate affairs and the marketplace.

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