AAUA Ranks Best Nigerian State Varsity
Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko in Ondo State has been Adjudged the best state owned University in Nigeria in the latest (2019) Webometrics Ranking of Universities
Reacting to this development, Mr. Victor Akinpelu, the Principal Assistant Registrar Information, Protocol and Public Relations of the University in a statement issued on behalf of the school management appreciated the efforts and contributions of all stakeholders to the growth and development of the University, while expressing the delight of the school management on the latest ranking.
Below is the statement unedited :
AAUA ADJUDGED BEST STATE VARSITY IN NIGERIA
The Management of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko, Ondo State, is proud to receive the news of the 2019 Webometrics Ranking of Universities globally on which the Adekunle Ajasin University is ranked the best state-owned university in Nigeria.
The Webometrics Ranking, which was released on July 31st, 2019, saw Adekunle Ajasin University clinched 9th position among Nigerian universities; 81st in African and 3048th globally out of over 28,000 institutions ranked.
The Webometrics Ranking of World Universities, which is also known as Ranking Web of Universities, is a globally-accepted ranking system for the world’s universities, using a multiple indicator that takes into account both the volume of the Web contents and the visibility and impact of these web publications.
It is instructive to note that this will be third time in recent years that Adekunle Ajasin University would be adjudged best of all state-owned varsities in Nigeria.
We are delighted that despite the palpable challenges, including paucity of funds, being faced by the University, it has achieved this remarkable feat. This a testament to the commitment of every arm of the University and the resolve of the University Management to place the institution on the global pedestal.
We thank all stakeholders of the University, without whom this heartwarming feat wouldn’t have been possible. We acknowledge the Ondo State Governor and Visitor to the University; the University Governing Council; the University Management; staff and students; alumni, parents and guardians; host communities; friends of the University and the media.
On its part, Management will continue to put in place policies that would sustain this feat and encourage hard work and promote the University’s goals – teaching, research and community service-.
Signed:
Victor AKINPELUMI
Principal Assistant Registrar
Information, Protocol and Public Relations
