The Lagos State Government has approved a new Governing Council for Lagos State University (LASU) to strengthen the institution’s administration and academic excellence. In a circular issued on Friday, Governor Babajide Sanwo‑Olu gave his assent to the appointment of an 11‑member council that will oversee the strategic direction and governance of the state‑owned university. The circular, signed by Head of Service Mr. Bode Agoro, instructed all accounting officers to note the development and ensure adequate publicity across relevant institutions and departments. This initiative aligns with the Sanwo‑Olu administration’s broader effort to improve the quality of education in state‑owned tertiary institutions.
The newly approved LASU Governing Council will be chaired by Mr. Babatunde Ogala, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) and distinguished legal practitioner. Ogala brings extensive experience in legal and corporate governance, having served as General Legal Adviser for Guardian Press Limited, Associate Counsel at Femi Okunnu Chambers, and as a member of the Lagos State House of Assembly from 2007 to 2011. The other council members are Oluseyi Badmus, Bode Makanjuola, Mojisola Tolagbe Taiwo, Shaffudeen Amuwo, Rafiu Adisa Ebiti, Kofo Durosimi‑Etti, Farouk Gumel, Adenike Akanbi, Biodun Hundeyin, and Remi Desalu.
Established in 1983, LASU is one of Nigeria’s leading state‑owned universities, offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs with a strong focus on academic excellence and research. The new Governing Council is expected to play a crucial role in shaping the university’s future, enhancing its reputation as a centre of academic excellence, and improving administration, academic programs, and research output. As the university continues to evolve, the council will guide its strategic direction and ensure its continued success.
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