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Center for Innovation and Digital Technology
Prof. Olushola S. AYANDA
Director, Center For Innovation and Digital Technology
Location and Business Hours
Fed. Univ. Oye Campus
- 8:00 am -5:00 pm
- Federal University Oye Ekiti Main Campus
The Innovation and Digital Technology Unit of the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) serves as a strategic driver of technological advancement, digital transformation, and innovation-led development within the University. The Unit is established to support the integration of digital technologies into teaching, research, administration, and enterprise development, in line with global best practices in higher education.
As a forward-looking public university, FUOYE recognises innovation and digital capability as essential enablers of academic excellence, research impact, and institutional efficiency. The Innovation and Digital Technology Unit therefore provides leadership in deploying emerging technologies, fostering innovation culture, and supporting digital solutions that enhance learning outcomes, research productivity, and service delivery.
Scope
The scope of the Innovation and Digital Technology Unit spans digital infrastructure, innovation systems, and technology-enabled services across the University.
Its scope includes:
▶Digital transformation of academic and administrative processes
▶Innovation support and technology-driven problem solving
▶Development and deployment of digital learning platforms
▶Research and innovation support infrastructure
▶Technology incubation and digital enterprise development
▶ICT-enabled service improvement and automation
The Unit works collaboratively with faculties, research centres, administrative departments, and external technology partners to ensure institution-wide digital integration.
Vision
To position FUOYE as a digitally enabled and innovation-driven university that leverages technology for academic excellence, research impact, and societal advancement.
Mission
To promote innovation and digital transformation through strategic deployment of technology, capacity development, and support for creative problem-solving across the University community.
Responsibilities, Services, and Duties
The Innovation and Digital Technology Unit performs the following core responsibilities:n▶Developing and implementing digital innovation strategies aligned with the University’s strategic plan
▶Supporting the use of educational technologies for teaching, learning, and assessmentn
▶Promoting innovation culture among staff and students through training and innovation programmesn
▶Supporting research-driven innovation, prototypes, and digital solutionsn
▶Facilitating technology incubation, startups, and digital entrepreneurship initiativesn
▶Managing digital platforms and innovation tools that enhance institutional efficiencyn
▶Collaborating with industry and technology partners on innovation projectsn
▶Supporting data-driven decision-making and digital governance frameworksn
▶Advising Management on emerging technologies and digital policy developmentn
Through these responsibilities, the Unit ensures that technology adoption is purposeful, secure, and aligned with institutional priorities.
Digital Transformation and Innovation Impact
▶Enhance teaching and learning through technology-enabled delivery
▶Improve research collaboration, data management, and innovation outcomes
▶Increase operational efficiency and service responsiveness
▶Support student creativity, entrepreneurship, and digital skills development
▶Engage effectively with industry, government, and international partners
Committed to continuous improvement, cybersecurity awareness, and responsible technology use, the Innovation and Digital Technology Unit remains central to FUOYE’s vision of becoming a modern, resilient, and globally relevant public university.
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