By Ayobami Ife, Abeokuta
Nigerian First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, Governor Dapo Abiodun, and former governor and elder statesman, Chief Olusegun Osoba have been listed for conferment of Doctor of Science (D.Sc., Honoris Causa) by Tai Solarin Federal University of Education (TASFUED), Ijagun at its 17th convocation ceremony scheduled for January 29.
The Management of TASFUED which announced this in a statement by
Dapo Oke, Registrar and Secretary to Council, described the President Tinubu’wife, Governor Abiodun and Aremo Osoba as “exceptional individuals” who were deserving of the honours because of their outstanding contributions to their respective fields and significant impact on the Society.
TASFUED added that it feels honored to recognise these outstanding individuals whose achievements serve as an inspiration to others, stressing that the honorary degrees recognises their exceptional contributions and solidifies the University’s commitment to excellence, even as it reckoned Osoba as a “distinguished media icon, statesman, and administrator of uncommon clarity of purpose.”
The statement specifically described Senator Oluremi Tinubu as a philanthropist, who have supported the cause of women and girl child through her New Era foundation, which also focuses on youth development and public awareness in environmental health, Women’s Health and Education Foundation.
It noted that the foundation is also aimed at empowering women and children through healthcare and Education.
“As a Senator who represented Lagos Central Senatorial District from 2011-2023, during her time in the Senate , she served on the Committees on Health and Woman’s Affairs and championed causes related to Education, healthcare accessibility, and community service.
In her role as the First Lady, she continues to advocate for women’s rights and youth.
“She is to be Awarded a Doctor of Science (D.sc Ed.) Honoris Causa in Child Hood Education.” it added.
On Abiodun, the institution noted that beside being the governor of the state since 2019 having being re-elected in 2023, TASFUED described him as a successful entrepreneur and former Chairman of the Corporate Affairs Commission, who brought his wealth of private and public sector experience to his role.
It stated, “His administration is defined by the “ISEYA” agenda, focusing on Infrastructure, Social Welfare, Education, Youth Development, Agriculture, and Governance, which has driven significant projects like the Gateway International Agro-Cargo Airport, affordable housing, and strengthened public systems.
“Governor Abiodun’s transformative leadership has earned Ogun State recognition as a leading industrial and investment destination. His impact is validated by numerous distinguished awards, including Governor of the Year honours from Independent and The Sun Newspapers in 2023, the Silverbird Man of the Year award, and recently, 2025 accolades for Digital Transformation and as Best Governor in Enterprise and Investment Promotion. These honours reflect the substantive progress and empowerment his governance has achieved for the people of Ogun State.
This Award is in recognition of his notable strides in governance, Education and humanitarian efforts. The University takes special cognisance of his passion for education and numerous contributions in reviving Ogun State’s legacy and a model of progressive governance. His modest achievements and accomplishments represent the ideals of integrity and selflessness which our University stands for .
The History of the insitution will not be completed without mentioning the fact that his administration kick-started the process that initiated the transition of the University into a federal institution; the transformation that will bring long-term significance to education in Ogun State.
“He is to be awarded Doctor of Science ( D.sc. Ed.) Honoris Causa in Education Management.”
For Aremo Olusegun Osoba, the institution described him as a towering figure in Nigeria’s history of public service, journalism, democratic struggle, and nation-building.
“Aremo Osoba stands as one of the most respected voices in Nigeria’s political and civic sphere.
“Aremo Osoba served twice as Executive Governor of Ogun State, first in the Third Republic and again in the Fourth Republic. His tenure was marked by purposeful governance, massive rural and urban development, infrastructural renewal, community empowerment, and policies rooted in compassion and accountability. His legacy in Ogun State remains visible, meaningful, and celebrated.
“A consummate democrat, His Excellency played a pivotal role in the struggle leading to the restoration of civilian rule in Nigeria. Aremo Olusegun Osoba is to be awarded a Doctor of Science (D.Sc. Ed.) Honoris Causa in Political Science.
“The history of the University will not be complet without mentioning the fact that his administration kick-started the process that eventually snowball into the transformation of the old College of Education into the Tai Solarin University of Education through signing into law the bill that first made the College a degree-awarding insitution in affiliation with the University of Ibadan.”
