Sanwo-Olu appoints Oba Olufolarin Ogunsanwo as 6th Chancellor of Lagos State University

The Governor of Lagos State and Visitor to Lagos State University, Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, has approved the appointment of Oba (Dr) Olufolarin Olukayode Ogunsanwo, the Alara of Ilara, as the 6th Chancellor of the institution.

The appointment was announced in a statement issued on Sunday by the university and signed by the Registrar and Secretary to Council, Emmanuel A. Fanu.

The development follows the expiration of the tenure of Professor Gbolahan Elias, SAN, who served as the 5th Chancellor of the university.

The Lagos State Government and the LASU community commended Elias for his dedicated service and the honour he brought to the office during his time as Chancellor.

According to the statement, the appointment was made in line with the provisions of the Lagos State University Law of 2004 (as amended), which empowers the Visitor to the University to appoint its Chancellor.

Oba Ogunsanwo’s tenure will run for a single term of five years, commencing from Friday, February 13, 2026, with eligibility for one renewal.

The Pro-Chancellor and Vice-Chancellor of the university congratulated the new Chancellor on his appointment, expressing confidence that his leadership would contribute significantly to the advancement of the university’s vision and mission.

Sanwo-Olu appoints Oba Olufolarin Ogunsanwo as 6th Chancellor of Lagos State University