
Victoria Samson receives appointment as Osun varsity chancellor
The management of Osun State University has officially presented an appointment letter to Mrs Victoria Samson, naming her the new Chancellor. The letter was handed over by Prof. Odunayo Adeboye in Ibadan, representing the Osun State Government and Governing Council. The appointment, signed by Governor Ademola Adeleke, recognizes Samson's achievements in business leadership and national development. Samson expressed gratitude for the honour and pledged her support for the university's growth.
What we know
- Mrs Victoria Samson, Group Managing Director of BOVAS & Company Ltd, is the new Chancellor of Osun State University.
- The appointment letter, signed by Governor Ademola Adeleke, was presented by Prof. Odunayo Adeboye.
- Samson's appointment took effect from May 10, 2026, for an initial term of five years.
- The university will soon announce the date for Samson's formal investiture as Chancellor.
- Samson thanked the state government, Governing Council, and university management for their confidence in her.