The Federal Palace Hotel in Lagos sparkled with glitz and glory last Friday as the University of Ilorin, fondly known as “Better by Far,” proudly accepted the ‘Outstanding Nigerian University of the Year 2023’ award from New Telegraph. At this prestigious event, attended by Nigeria’s elite, our Vice Chancellor, Prof. Wahab Olasupo Egbewole, SAN, graciously received the accolade on behalf of the university.
During the ceremony, Mr Ayodele Aminu, Managing Director/Editor-in-Chief of Daily Telegraph Publishing Company Limited, acknowledged UNILORIN’s unwavering commitment to academic excellence as the driving force behind this recognition.
Here’s why UNILORIN stands out:
Top Choice: UNILORIN has consistently been the nation’s most sought-after institution for the past decade, earning the title of “nation’s most subscribed institution” by JAMB.
Academic Powerhouse: In 2023, UNILORIN ranked 3rd in Nigeria based on faculty’s scholarly output over the past three years .
World-Class Education: Four of UNILORIN’s faculties and 11 courses were recognized among the world’s best by Times Higher Education in 2023.
Global Value: Study Abroad Aide, a prominent platform for international students, ranked UNILORIN 9th in their “Best Value University” list for Nigeria and within the top 21% globally.
Prof. Egbewole, dedicating the award to the university’s hardworking workforce, emphasized, “The reward for hard work is more work.” He pledged to pursue the “vision 1:10:500 and urged students to continue being ambassadors, contributing to UNILORIN’s ongoing progress.
The Vice Chancellor also encouraged alumni to return and contribute to the university that played a significant role in shaping their lives.
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