Olabisi Onabanjo University makes historic leap in July 2026 Webometrics Ranking
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU) branch, has showered praise on the institution’s management following its remarkable performance in the July 2026 Webometrics Global Ranking.
In a statement signed by its Chairperson, Yinusa Ganiyu, on Friday, the union lauded Vice-Chancellor Prof. Ayodeji Agboola and his management team for what it termed an “impressive achievement” that has placed OOU on the global academic map.
A Testament to Growing Global Recognition
ASUU-OOU described the improved ranking as a significant indicator of the university’s rising visibility, academic productivity, research output, and digital presence worldwide.
“This achievement is a significant indication of the growing visibility, academic productivity, research output, digital presence and global recognition of our great University. It is also a testament to the commitment and efforts of the university administration, staff and students in repositioning OOU.”
Leadership Under the Spotlight
The union particularly acknowledged the stewardship of Prof. Ayodeji Johnson Agboola and his management team, along with contributions from every member of the university community over the past four years.
“The achievement has demonstrated one important fact: members of our University community are capable of providing excellent leadership and taking OOU to greater heights. The progress recorded in recent years is a reflection of what purposeful leadership, commitment, cooperation and a shared vision can achieve.”
Call for Continued Unity
ASUU has called on the entire university community to rally behind the current leadership, emphasizing that all hands must remain on deck to sustain and consolidate the gains recorded.
The union warned against distractions that could derail progress, stating:
“At this critical stage of the university’s development, there must be a collective resolve to avoid distractions and actions that are capable of undermining the progress already achieved or derailing the university back into its difficult past. The interest of Olabisi Onabanjo University must remain paramount at all times.”
Impressive Global Standing
According to the latest Webometrics rankings:
Ranking Category Position
Global (out of 32,000 universities) 2,338
Africa 57th
Nigeria 8th
ASUU-OOU emphasized that the responsibility for sustaining these gains belongs to all stakeholders—management, academic and non-academic staff, students, unions, and the broader university community—who must continue to work together in the overall interest of the institution.
