Professor Medinat Folorunsho Salman has made history as the pioneer Acting Vice-Chancellor of the newly established Kwara State University of Education in Ilorin, appointed by Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq.
As a renowned professor of mathematics education, Salman brings a wealth of experience to her new role, having served as a lecturer at the University of Ilorin’s Department of Science Education and coordinator of the Educational Technology Centre.
Her impressive educational background includes a Bachelor of Education from Ahmadu Bello University (1985), a Master’s degree in Mathematics Education from the University of Ilorin (1990), and a doctoral degree in Mathematics Education from the University of Ilorin (1998).
Notably, Salman is the first female professor from the Ilorin Emirate, paving the way for future generations.
Her appointment takes immediate effect, as announced by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Rafiu Ajakaye.
This development comes after the state government established the University of Education, Ilorin in May this year.