The Senate of Federal University Lokoja has approved a framework for the appointment of Professor of Practice which will allow experienced professionals from industry, public service and specialized sectors to take up structured academic roles within the university.
This was part of the decisions taken at the university’s 100th Senate meeting on Thursday.
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Gbenga Ibileye explained that the initiative aims to strengthen practical learning by exposing students to real world experience, particularly in fields such as Law, Engineering, Mass Communication, and Governance Studies.
The Senate also agreed on new measures to improve the conduct of inaugural lectures. It approved a fixed start time of 10am for all future lectures and endorsed a change of venue from the Adankolo Campus to the Felele Campus to enhance organization, comfort and participation.
During the meeting, the Vice-Chancellor reported ongoing improvements across key areas of need, particularly on infrastructure.
He disclosed that sanitation facilities are being expanded through the refurbishment of 40 existing lavatory units and the construction of 42 new ones, while water supply is being strengthened with industrial borehole projects at the Felele Campus.
He added that efforts to ease movement across campuses have advanced, with the university adopting a revised transportation plan that replaces the earlier proposal for large buses with Coaster buses, which are better suited to the terrain. The buses are being procured through a public-private partnership arrangement, with operational plans underway to ensure effective deployment.
Ibileye also highlighted academic and administrative reforms, including the establishment of a central examination coordination office to improve planning and oversight. He said structured scheduling has already been introduced to address space constraints and ensure a smoother examination process, while urging sustained planning and institutional support for the system.
The Vice-Chancellor reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to strengthening academic standards, improving learning conditions and aligning university programmes with global best practices.
