According to the vice-chancellors, students in private universities are better positioned to perform excellently in their studies. Recall that the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) had stated that private universities were producing excessive number of first class graduates.
But Prof. Kabiru Aderemi Adeyemo, who is the chairman of the body of vice-chancellors, and the vice-chancellor, Lead City University, Ibadan, in a statement made available to journalists in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, debunked the insinuations.
Adeyemo emphasised that the negative perception about private universities failed to acknowledge the positive strides the universities had made in delivering high-quality education and producing graduates, that excel both academically and professionally.
According to the VCs’ chairman, achievements of private university graduates, as evidenced by their academic awards, performance at law school, professional examinations, and international recognition, justify the quality of education being offered.
He stated that private universities would continue to play a vital role in advancing Nigeria’s education sector and producing graduates capable of contributing meaningfully to national and global development.
He said: “Private universities have established rigorous academic standards, coupled with a conducive learning environment, adequate facilities and well-structured curricula. These institutions often prioritise quality education through smaller class sizes, which foster personalised teaching, closer lecturer-student interactions, and effective mentorship. Consequently, students in private universities are better positioned to perform excellently in their studies.”
MEANWHILE, Mountain Top University (MTU) is set to graduate no fewer than 378 students, with 50 first class students at its sixth convocation, holding today at the school’s Multipurpose Hall.
This is contained in a statement by the Vice-Chancellor of the institution, Prof. Elijah Ayolabi. He announced that the Taraba State Governor, Dr Agbu Kefas, would deliver the convocation lecture.
Giving a breakdown of the graduating students at a media briefing, Ayolabi, noted that a total of 50 students bagged first class degrees. He added that the College of Humanities and Social Sciences produced 19 first class graduates, while the College of Basic and Applied Sciences produced 31. He also stated that 144 students graduated with second-class upper degrees; 127 with second class lower degrees, and 24 with third class degrees.
“A total of 345 students will receive Bachelor’s degrees, 17 will receive Postgraduate diplomas, 14 will receive Master’s degrees, and 2 will be awarded Doctorate degrees.” (Guardian)
