By Bashirat Omotosho
Stakeholders across the University of Ilorin have commended the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Wahab Olasupo Egbewole, SAN, and his management team for their sustained commitment to maintaining a clean, green, and healthy campus environment.
While speaking with UNILORIN Bulletin last Wednesday, (August 13, 2025), the stakeholders noted that the clean and green environment, as part of the Vice Chancellor’s broader vision for a sustainable campus, has attracted praise from staff, students, and visitors alike.
Speaking on the development, the Director of the Centre for Leadership and Management, Dr Aminat Adeola Odebode, described the initiative as commendable, saying that it not only beautifies the campus but also promotes a healthier and more sustainable environment for everyone.
She maintained that the green and clean environment instills in staff and students the importance of taking responsibility for our surroundings, which is a value that extends beyond the University into the wider community.
Dr Odebode noted that a clean campus could reflect a clean mind and a step towards a healthier, greener, and more united university community.
Mr Folorunsho Muhammad Sanni, a postgraduate student of the Department of Mass Communication noted that the initiative is “a practical demonstration of leadership that cares about the well-being of the University community.”
He noted that a clean and green environment not only promotes healthy living but also enhances the aesthetic appeal of the campus, making it more conducive for learning and research.
A student of the Faculty of Engineering, Miss Adenike Ojo, also lauded the efforts, saying that the well-maintained lawns and cleared pathways make movement around the campus safer and more pleasant.
“We feel proud to invite friends to our campus because it is neat and welcoming,” she said.
Similarly, the Chairman of the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU), UNILORIN Branch, Mr Naheem Olusola Falowo, pointed out that the initiative supports workplace safety by reducing the risk of accidents and curbing the spread of harmful reptiles and insects. “It’s a proactive measure that safeguards both staff and students,” he remarked.
Another postgraduate student, Miss Grace Aluko from the Faculty of Physical Sciences expressed satisfaction, noting that “a serene environment helps reduce stress and improves mental well-being, which is very important for academic productivity.”
They, nevertheless, urged the management to ensure that the clean and green initiative remain a priority, with periodic maintenance to preserve the University’s serene environment.
