McPherson University, Seriki Sotayo, Ogun State has again proven its net worth as a choice destination and fastest growing citadel of learning in Nigeria with the outcome of the October/November 2023 Accreditation of Academic Programmes in Nigerian Universities released recently by National Universities Commission(NUC).

In keeping with its avowed mission of providing qualitative, functional and sound education with godly virtues for leadership and positive impact on the society, the University presented seven academic programmes during the accreditation exercise,which were all fully accredited with excellent scores by NUC.

The Executive Secretary, NUC communicated the results of the accreditation exercise to the University in a release.
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Francis Igbasan, made the disclosure at a parley held recently with the University Community where he attributed the success recorded to the grace of God, dedication of faculty members, staff, availability of cutting-edge resources and facilities for learning, teaching and research at all levels.

While being appreciative of the efforts of all and sundry, he hinted that, “we should not rest on our oars as the Institution still have more grounds to cover,” urging all to brace up for the task ahead in repositioning the Institution for greatness.

The seven(7 )additional programmes granted full accreditation in the University by NUC are: Medical Laboratory Science,Computer Science, Cyber Security, Software Engineering, Biochemistry, Microbiology and Mass Communication.

Each programme maturity date subsists till 2028.
With this stream of accreditation,all academic programmes in McPherson University are fully accredited.

E-Signed:
Sanmi Enigbokan
Deputy Registrar, Information & Public Relations.

The much-awaited annual marathon event of McPherson University, Seriki Sotayo, Ogun State is billed for Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at the Car Park of College of Computing by 8:00 a.m.

This year’s marathon is the eleventh in the series and is expected to attract sports enthusiasts from far and near.
As a boost for this year’s event, the University under his amiable Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Francis Igbasan, has scaled up the monetary rewards for the winner, 1st runner-up and 2nd runner-up of the marathon to ₦50,000; ₦30,000; and ₦20,000 respectively, alongside the issuance of certificates of participation to all participants.

The marathon runners are expected to pass through designated routes from the COLCOM’s car park to the Foursquare Camp Auditorium, and back to the starting point.

According to the University’s Sports Coordinator, Coach Olutayo Balogun, all is now set for this year’s marathon with lots of side attractions in the offing, including a presentation from Leksports.
Members of the University Community are encouraged to grace this annual fiesta .

E-signed:
Sanmi Enigbokan
Deputy Registrar, IPR

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following vacant positions in the University.

Dr. Abiola OMOTOSO has been appointed as the Deputy University Librarian of McPherson University, Seriki Sotayo, Ogun State sequel to a successful interview for the position. Her appointment, which takes effect from November 16, 2023, was approved by the University Governing Council upon the recommendation of the Vice-Chancellor and the University Appointments and Promotions Committee.

As the Deputy University Librarian, Dr. Omotoso is saddled with the responsibility of overseeing the day-to-day activities of the University Library, especially in the Management of the Library staff and services generally. She is also responsible for planning, monitoring, supervising as well as teaching as the case may be.

Omotoso holds a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Mass Communication from the Polytechnic, Ibadan, Oyo State in 2004, and later proceeded to the University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Oyo State, where she obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree (B.A.) in Philosophy in 2006, Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) in 2010 and topped it with a doctoral degree (Ph.D) in Library and Information Science with a specialisation in Knowledge Management in 2020.

She did her National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) at Nigerite Limited between 2006 and 2007. Thereafter, she was employed as a graduate assistant in the Department of Library, Archival and Information Science in 2010 at the University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Oyo State before she moved to the Voice of Nigeria (VON) as a Librarian and later served as Deputy Head, Library Unit, under the Directorate of Programmes at VON between 2011 and 2012. She joined the services of McPherson University as one of the pioneer staff in 2012 till date.

Dr. Omotoso is a chartered Librarian and Knowledge Management Specialist with scholarly publications in high impact journals, books and conference proceedings. She is currently a member of Nigeria Library Association (NLA), Ogun State Chapter and Nigeria Library Society (NLS).

Presently, Dr. Omotoso is the Acting University Librarian of McPherson University since 2022 where she has been discharging her duties with exemplary diligence, excellence and commitment.

She is happily married and blessed with children.

The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Francis Igbasan, on behalf of the University Community, wishes Dr. Omotoso the very best in her new appointment.

E-signed:
Sanmi Enigbokan
Deputy Registrar, Information and Public Relations.

It is with a heart full of gratitude that I congratulate the entire members of Staff and Students of McPherson University, Seriki Sotayo, Ogun State on the commemoration of this year’s Easter Celebration.

The resurrection of our Lord from death has given us hope for a better tomorrow and an assurance that there is NO challenge impossible for the Lord to surmount if we rededicate and commit ourselves to the services of our Lord and humanity.

As we celebrate this auspicious occasion, I beseech us to show exemplary love , humility, forgiveness and peace among ourselves.
Happy Easter Celebration with God’s abiding Grace and all-round blessings.

E-signed:
Prof. Francis Igbasan
Vice-Chancellor,
McPherson University, Seriki Sotayo, Ogun State
31/3/2024.

Spectacular scenes from the grand finale of the maiden edition of the Vice-Chancellor Cup Championship held on Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at the University Sports Complex. McU Benfica (yellow jersey) won the final match against McU Lyon (blue jersey) on penalty shoot out with 3-2.

McPherson University, Seriki Sotayo, Ogun State has officially admitted its new students for the 2023/2024 academic session at its 12th Matriculation Ceremony held on Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at the University Multipurpose Hall.

The matriculants, who were beaming in their resplendent gowns, took their matriculation oath as administered by the Acting Registrar of the Institution, Mr. Olufemi Adebowale. They pledged to, among other things, be of good conduct and ensure peaceful co-existence with all other members of the University Community.

Earlier, the Vice-Chancellor,Prof. Francis Igbasan, on the authority of the Senate of McPherson University, admitted all the matriculating students severally as bona fide students of the Institution.
While addressing the matriculants, the Vice-Chancellor charged them to imbibe the culture, values and virtues of the University, and to take their studies seriously.

Here at McPherson University, “academic success is not an accident, you must work for it, and you must be studious to be the best”, Prof. Igbasan noted.
He stated emphatically that McPherson University would not condoned any acts inimical to its well-being as the University has zero tolerance for sexual immorality, drug use and abuse, examination malpractices and other social vices.

Prof. Igbasan further counselled the students to avoid acts that could lead to termination of their studentship abruptly, and be mindful of the kind of company they keep on campus and online as evil communication corrupts good manners.

As a faith-based University, he admonished the matriculants to participate in every spiritual activity organized by the University Chaplaincy from time to time, noting that they should take their relationship with God very seriously.

While rolling out the number of matriculated students across the six colleges in the University, including the Centre for Continuous Education ( Part-Time), the Vice-Chancellor revealed that a total of 551 students were successfully admitted and matriculated at the ceremony, having met the admission registration processes within the stipulated time.

The Vice-Chancellor, while appreciating the parents, guardians and other guests in attendance, hinted that the matriculated figure was an improvement over last year, saying the bar of student enrolment would be raised by next academic session.

The 12th Matriculation Ceremony of McPherson University recorded a huge success as it was well-attended by all relevant stakeholders.

E-signed:
Sanmi Enigbokan
Deputy Registrar, Information & Public Relations.

This is to inform the general public, parents, guardians and friends of McPherson University, Seriki-Sotayo ,Ogun State that its 12th Matriculation Ceremony for the 2023/2024 Academic Session will hold on Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at the University Multipurpose Hall at 10:00 a.m. prompt.

All matriculating students are expected to dress corporately as they assemble in front of the Administrative Building at 8:30 a.m. for a briefing prior to the procession to the venue.

Parents and Guardians of the matriculating students and Guests are requested to be seated at the venue at 9:00 a.m.
The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Francis Igbasan,on behalf of the University Community, warmly congratulates all matriculants and wishes them a very successful academic sojourn in the University.

E-signed:
Sanmi Enigbokan
Deputy Registrar, Information & Public Relations.

A pioneer faculty member of McPherson University, Seriki Sotayo, Ogun State, Dr. Isaac Oladepo ONIGBINDE, has been promoted to the professorial cadre with effect from October 1, 2022.