This significant event
took place in the presence of the University’s Chancellor and Chairman of the
Board of Trustees, High Chief Dr. Winifred Awosika, OON, at the university
campus.

During the ceremony, the
Chancellor expressed her joy and gratitude to God for the opportunity to
witness this historic occasion. She commended the outgoing Vice-Chancellor,
Professor Chinedum Peace Babalola, for her exemplary leadership and dedication
throughout her tenure and congratulated Professor Arulogun on her appointment.

Professor Babalola
conveyed her sincere appreciation to the Chancellor for her unwavering support
during her seven-year tenue as the Vice-Chancellor of Chrisland University. She
pledged her continued assistance to Professor Arulogun’s administration,
assuring that she remains readily available for guidance.

In her response,
Professor Oyedunni Sola Arulogun expressed her gratitude for the trust placed
in her and reaffirmed her commitment to continue the progressive initiatives
established by her predecessor. Professor Olatunde Farombi, the Deputy
Vice-Chancellor, who also graced the occasion, pledged his support for the new
administration, emphasizing the collective goal of maintaining the university's
trajectory of excellence.

Professor Arulogun brings
a wealth of experience to her new role, holding a Ph.D. in Health Education and
possessing extensive expertise in public health and education. Her
distinguished career includes pivotal roles such as Acting Dean at the
University of Ibadan, Director of the Centre for Entrepreneurship and
Innovation, and Secretary-General of the Ibadan College of Medicine Alumni
Association.

As she assumes
leadership, Professor Arulogun is poised to guide Chrisland University into a continued
era of academic excellence and innovation, continuing the legacy of her
predecessor, Professor Chinedum Peace Babalola.

The University Chaplain,
Reverend Juwon Onasanya, offered prayers for both the outgoing and incoming
Vice-Chancellors, invoking divine wisdom upon Professor Arulogun as she takes
on her new responsibilities. He also committed Professor Babalola to God Almighty
as she moves on to greater heights in life.

It is noteworthy that the
Governing Council of Chrisland University, led by Distinguished Professor
Ayodeji Olukoju, FNAL, announced Professor Arulogun’s appointment on October
31, 2024, following the completion of Professor Babalola's seven-year meritorious
service.