The Vice-Chancellor, Tai Solarin Federal University of Education (TASFUED), Prof. Samuel Oladipo, MNPA, CMCPN, MCAN, FIELPN, has inaugurated the Governing Board of the Tai Solarin Federal University of Education International School, Igbeba (TASFUEDIS), with a charge to members to provide purposeful leadership, uphold institutional integrity and establish a governance framework that will position the school as a centre of educational excellence in Ogun State and beyond.
Speaking at the inauguration, Prof. Oladipo emphasised the need for the school’s governance structure, operational standards and institutional culture to reflect the University’s upgraded status and new nomenclature. He explained that the reconstitution of the Board was undertaken in accordance with the relevant statutory provisions.
Describing TASFUEDIS as a vital institution for nurturing young minds and laying the foundation for responsible citizenship, the Vice-Chancellor identified integrity, discipline, knowledge and service as core values that must guide its administration and academic activities.
He reiterated the importance of effective governance to the school’s growth and sustainability, noting that its success would depend largely on the Board’s capacity to provide strategic direction, maintain high standards and ensure sound institutional management.
Prof. Oladipo described membership of the Board as a call to service and an exercise in stewardship rather than an avenue for personal recognition.
“I therefore urged members to discharge their responsibilities with integrity, fairness and transparency, ensuring that the welfare and best interests of the pupils remained central to every decision”, he added.
Prof. Oladipo further charged them to embrace the principle of ‘in loco parentis’ in the discharge of their responsibilities and foster a harmonious relationship among the Board, the school community and the University’s Management.
While stressing the importance of collective responsibility, he cautioned that a divided Board could not build a united school, urging members to look beyond immediate challenges and lay a sustainable foundation for future generations.
The Vice-Chancellor assured the Board of Management’s full support and cooperation, pledging the University’s commitment to providing the necessary guidance and institutional backing to address challenges and advance the school’s development.
The newly inaugurated Board is chaired by Prof. Babatunde Osiyale, while the School Principal, Mrs. Omoyele Adebola Abosede, serves as a member. Other members are Prof. Abosede Ewumi, Prof. Adebola Daniel Awofodu, Dr. Oyekolade Sodiq Oyesanya, Mr. Adebola Fetuga, Dr. Tade Adenugba, Mr. Shittu Adebayo, Sir Taye Sogbesan (PTA Chairman), Mr. Ogunnowo Godwin Omololu, Mr. Fowora Adedayo Olusegun, Mr. Otuyemi Olabode Olukayode (Alumni Representative) and Mrs. Ajibade Kehinde Ayobami. Mr. Ogunbanjo Ibrahim Korede serves as Secretary.
The inauguration, held at the Senate Chamber, Ijagun and was attended by members of the University’s Management and other stakeholders.
The exercise reinforced TASFUED’s commitment to strengthening the institutional governance of its Demonstration International School and promoting a culture of accountability, responsible leadership and Educational excellence.