The Governing Council is the highest policy-making body of the university. It is responsible for the general direction, governance, and control of the University in accordance with its enabling laws and regulations. It provides oversight on administrative, financial, and strategic matters, ensuring that the University fulfils its mandate as a public institution of higher learning in Ogun State.
The Council comprises experienced academics, senior administrators, and distinguished representatives, including key officers of the University and nominees of the Ogun State Government. The Council operates under the chairmanship of the Pro-Chancellor.
| Name | Position | Council Role |
|---|---|---|
| Professor ’Toyin Ashiru, OON | Pro-Chancellor | Chairman |
| Professor Ayodeji O. J. Agboola | Vice-Chancellor | Member |
| Professor Olatundun A. Oderinde | Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) | Member |
| Professor Oladipo Olubomehin | Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration) | Member |
| Chief Joju Fadairo | Council Member | Member |
| Chief Adepegba Otemolu | Council Member | Member |
| Chief (Mrs.) Matilda Iyabode Apampa | Council Member | Member |
| Mr. Kunle Ogunmefun | Council Member | Member |
| Mrs. Oluwatosin Oloko | Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education | Member |
| Professor Russell O. C. Somoye | Council Member | Member |
| Professor Musili B. Fetuga | Council Member | Member |
| Professor Shamsideen K. Alausa | Council Member | Member |
| Dr. Gbade Akinrinmade | Council Member | Member |
| Mrs. Omolara A. Osunsanya | Council Member | Member |
| Dr. Joel Okewale | Council Member | Member |
| Representative of Convocation | Vacant | Member |
| Dr. ’Bayo Orukotan | Registrar and Secretary to Council | Secretary |
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Directorates and Units
Academic Directorates
- Academic Planning
- Centre for Continuing Education
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- General Studies (GNS) and Farms
- Linkages and Partnership
- Open Distance Learning Centre
- Quality Assurance
- Research
- SIWES
- Institute of Education
- Olubi Sodipo Counselling Centre
- OOU Business School
- Talabi Dialysis Centre
Non-Academic Directorates
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