The College of Agricultural Sciences and Renewable Natural Resources (CASRNR) of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Iseyin Campus, has dismissed reports claiming that lecturers have returned to the university’s main campus in Ogbomoso.
In an official clarification dated 21 October 2026, the college stated that the reports were unconfirmed and did not reflect the situation at the Iseyin Campus.
The clarification was issued amid discussions about the future of the college and the continued relocation of agricultural programmes to Iseyin, Oyo State.
According to the college, academic activities have resumed following an extended academic break, with lecturers across the college already conducting lectures at the Iseyin Campus.
The management urged students to disregard reports suggesting that lecturers had returned to Ogbomoso and advised them to rely on official communications for accurate information about academic activities.
LAUTECH Iseyin Campus Denies Reports of Lecturers’ Return to Ogbomoso
The Office of the Provost of the College of Agricultural Sciences and Renewable Natural Resources addressed circulating claims that lecturers from the Faculty of Agricultural Sciences had returned to LAUTECH’s main campus in Ogbomoso.
The college described the reports as unfounded and maintained that teaching activities were continuing at Iseyin.
The clarification was intended to address concerns among students and other members of the university community about the location of lectures and the status of academic activities at the campus.
Students were advised not to make decisions based on unverified reports circulating on social media or other unofficial channels.
Academic Activities Have Resumed at Iseyin Campus
The college confirmed that academic activities had resumed following the extended break, with lecturers across its faculties commencing lectures.
It also disclosed that the Board of the College of Agricultural Sciences and Renewable Natural Resources had held its first meeting of the new academic session.
The meeting provided an opportunity to review the college’s academic responsibilities and discuss efforts to strengthen teaching, learning and the overall academic environment.
The college reiterated its commitment to the continued development of the Iseyin Campus and the delivery of its academic programmes.
What Students Should Know About the LAUTECH Iseyin Campus
Students enrolled in programmes under the College of Agricultural Sciences and Renewable Natural Resources should continue to follow the academic instructions issued by the college.
The management has advised students to rely on verified information when making decisions about attendance, lectures and other academic activities.
Students who require clarification about their departments, lecture venues or academic schedules should contact the relevant college authorities rather than rely on rumours.
The clarification also highlights the importance of clear communication between university management and students during periods of institutional change.
Proposed Autonomy for LAUTECH Iseyin Campus
The clarification comes amid public discussion following Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde’s announcement that his administration would initiate the process of transforming the Iseyin Campus into an autonomous university.
The proposed transition would require engagement with the National Universities Commission and further work on the arrangements needed to establish an independent institution.
However, the announcement of a proposed autonomy process does not mean that the campus has already become a separate university.
Details concerning regulatory approval, governance, funding, staffing and the arrangements for existing students would need to be established as the process progresses.
The college has urged students and other stakeholders to avoid speculation and rely on verified announcements regarding any future changes.
LAUTECH Reaffirms Commitment to Academic Development
The College of Agricultural Sciences and Renewable Natural Resources reaffirmed its commitment to improving the teaching and learning environment at the Iseyin Campus.
The management also acknowledged the support of the university administration, students and other stakeholders, expressing its intention to continue working with relevant authorities to advance the college’s academic responsibilities.
For students, the immediate concern remains the continuation of lectures, practical training and other academic activities required to complete their programmes.
The college’s clarification seeks to reassure students that academic activities are ongoing at Iseyin despite reports suggesting otherwise.
Conclusion
The College of Agricultural Sciences and Renewable Natural Resources at LAUTECH’s Iseyin Campus has denied reports that its lecturers have returned to Ogbomoso.
In its clarification dated 21 October 2026, the college stated that lectures had resumed at Iseyin following the extended academic break and urged students to disregard unconfirmed reports about the movement of lecturers.
Students are advised to follow official college announcements for information about lectures, academic schedules and developments concerning the proposed autonomy of the Iseyin Campus.
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