KWASU Expands Horizons: Ilesha-Baruba Campus Set for 2025/2026 Academic Take-Off
The Kwara State University (KWASU) has officially announced the commencement of full academic activities at its Ilesha-Baruba Campus for the 2025/2026 academic session. This marks another major milestone in the institution’s ongoing effort to strengthen its multi-campus system and promote inclusive access to higher education across the state.
Established in 2008 and operational since 2009, KWASU was founded by an Act of Law to operate multiple campuses in Malete, Osi, and Ilesha-Baruba. While the Malete Campus began operations at the university’s inception, the Osi Campus followed in the 2024/2025 academic session, serving as the home of the Faculty of Environmental Sciences.
Now, all eyes turn to Ilesha-Baruba, where the university is set to begin a new chapter focused on agricultural and veterinary sciences.
Ilesha-Baruba Campus: A New Home for Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine
According to the management of KWASU, the Ilesha-Baruba Campus is now fully equipped to host the Faculty of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine. The new faculty will accommodate students and staff from key departments, including:
- Crop Production
- Animal Production
- Fisheries and Aquaculture
Academic activities are scheduled to begin on Monday, November 3, 2025, marking the official start of operations at the new campus.
In a statement, the university assured students, staff, and parents that all essential infrastructure and logistics have been put in place to guarantee a smooth and productive start for the new academic community.
KWASU’s Commitment to Academic Excellence and Community Growth
The opening of the Ilesha-Baruba Campus underscores KWASU’s vision of delivering quality education, entrepreneurship, research, and community service. By expanding its multi-campus system, the university continues to decentralize learning, create more academic opportunities, and contribute to regional development.
The management further encouraged staff and students to cooperate fully to ensure a successful take-off of academic activities and uphold the university’s culture of excellence.
Looking Ahead
As the 2025/2026 academic session begins, KWASU looks forward to welcoming both new and returning students to the Ilesha-Baruba Campus. This expansion reflects the university’s unrelenting drive to empower future leaders through practical education and strong community partnerships.
With this development, KWASU strengthens its position as a hub of innovation and inclusive learning in Nigeria’s higher education landscape.
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