The Vice-Chancellor, Caleb University, Imota in Lagos, Prof. Nosa Owens-Ibie, says the institution has secured a spot among top universities across the globe with its latest ranking.
Owens-Ibie said this in a statement by the Media and
Information Officer of the university, Mr Olawale Adekoye, issued to newsmen on
Friday in Lagos.
The vice-chancellor explained that the development was
coming on the heels of the recent award to the institution as the ‘Best Private
University’ in Nigeria in 2024 by the Times Higher Education (THE).
“It is indeed a testament to the university’s unwavering
commitment to academic excellence, innovative research and student success.
“Caleb University Imota in Lagos has achieved an outstanding
milestone for being ranked 18th best university, out of the total 272 public
and private universities in Nigeria, according to the 2024 World University
ranking by the respected Times Higher Education (THE).
“This unprecedented leap has secured a spot for the
institution among the world’s top universities in which elite ones from 152
countries and regions were evaluated for the much anticipated 2024 ranking.
“For us to be winning national and international
recognitions in quick succession is proof that we remain a showcase of the best
and brightest. The future belongs to Caleb University,” he said.
The professor of Communication, Media and Development said
that the ranking recognised the institution’s dedication to the Sustainable
Development Goals, providing a world-class education, fostering a culture of
innovation and producing talented graduates, who made positive impact globally.
In his contribution, Prof. Olalekan Asikhia, Deputy
Vice-Chancellor in charge of Research, Innovation, Strategy and Administration
(RISA) of the institution stated that when in 2021, the university was ranked
66th in Nigeria, the management went to the drawing board.
According to him, management held meetings and brainstormed
and the target then was to put the institution to the top 30 by the year 2024.
“However, the top 20 placement in 2024 came as an amazingly
pleasant surprise, all as a result of collective acceleration efforts.
“We have surpassed our strategic plan projection of top 30
by 2024. This is a great feat in all its ramifications, being our first global
ranking,” Asikhia said.
Recall that THE is a topmost global university ranking body,
that assesses institutions by identifying and celebrating universities that
excel across multiple United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The organ also considers institutions that stand out in
individual areas and demonstrate comprehensive excellence in contributing to
global sustainable drives.
It also showcases commitments to addressing the world’s most
pressing challenges, including environmental sustainability, social inclusion,
economic growth and partnerships as well as critical role of academia in
driving sustainable change, amongst others.