The Federal University of Technology and Environmental Sciences (FUTES), Iyin Ekiti, has received approval for an increased admission quota of 3,300 students from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), the university’s Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Gbenga Aribisala, announced on Monday during the institution’s maiden press conference.
University’s Growth Since January 2026
FUTES began academic activities in January 2026 with 1,564 students across 35 departments and four faculties: Natural and Applied Sciences, Engineering and Technology, Computing and Information Technology, and Environmental Sciences. The admission quota increase follows the rapid growth the university has recorded since its opening.
“As a result of the institution’s remarkable giant strides, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has increased the university’s admission quota to 3,300,” Aribisala said.
New Academic Programmes and Facilities
The university is preparing to expand its academic offerings with plans to introduce programmes such as Anatomy, Physiology, Nursing, Medicine, Artificial Intelligence, Telecommunication Science, and Tourism and Hospitality Management. “Plans are underway to begin Anatomy, Physiology, Nursing and Medicine in no too distant time. There is also plan to add Artificial Intelligence, Telecommunication Science, and Tourism and Hospitality Management. The development of the permanent site is ongoing,” the VC stated.
The institution showcased development projects including classrooms, laboratories, and other learning facilities. The take-off grant has helped provide laboratory equipment, classroom and office furniture, solar power installation, and an ongoing 250-capacity ICT building. Completed hostels at the temporary site and ongoing hostel construction at the permanent campus were also highlighted. TETFund interventions support hostel accommodation, office furniture, lecture theatres, laboratories, and workshop equipment.
Admission Measures and Vision
Aribisala said the university has introduced strict admission measures to ensure that only qualified candidates gain admission based on merit. He added that the institution’s goal is to build a 21st-century university focused on research, innovation, academic excellence, and a strong learning environment. FUTES is committed to producing graduates who can develop solutions to some of Nigeria’s biggest challenges.
Speaking on his vision, Aribisala said FUTES would maintain a residential model to encourage discipline, learning, and social development among students. “It was part of my vision to make it residential. I am not joking with the residential vision, not only for now but for the future of the university to inculcate culture into the students. I envisioned a university that is residential and ICT compliant. A university that will produce quality graduates that will create jobs. A university that will attract research stars that are globally visible and carry out cutting edge research. A university that will contribute to the socio-development of the immediate community. A university that will be one of the leading universities globally within the first 10 years of its establishment,” he said.
Government Support and Research Funding
The VC praised President Bola Tinubu for establishing the university in 2025 and introducing the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) student loan scheme. He described NELFUND as “one of the greatest things to happen to university education in Nigeria.” “A good number of our students are already benefiting from the NELFUND. The President is highly commended for this great initiative,” he said.
Aribisala acknowledged the contributions of Senate President, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, and the Oluyin of Iyin Ekiti, Oba Adeola Ajakaye, for supporting the university. He also appealed to individuals and organisations to support the institution’s development, especially in research and learning facilities.
On research, Aribisala said a team headed by Dr Solomon Popoola won the NRF research grant. Senator Opeyemi Bamidele has pledged funds for research to the tune of N1bn in the next five years. The university has also established multi-disciplinary research groups and is working with Morgan State University, USA on collaboration.
The university completed its first academic session (2025/2026) in August, and the 2026/2027 academic session will begin on October 12, 2026. The institution has complied with new salary agreements reached between the Federal Government and university unions. Research remains a major priority, especially in technology and environmental science fields.
