Ikirun College of Health Technology
| Type | Private |
|---|---|
| Established | 2024 |
| Founder | Mr. Abdullateef Oyewale |
| Affiliation | National Board for Technical Education |
| Rector | Oyewale Salaudeen Ajibola |
| Address | Ikirun , Ikirun , Osun , Nigeria |
| Language | English |
| Website | https://ikirunhealthtech.edu.ng |
Ikirun College of Health Technology is a privately owned and government approved tertiary institution located in Ikirun, Ifelodun local government area, Osun State, Nigeria The college is regulated by Osun State Ministry of Education and is licensed by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) that is regulating the tertiary institutions in Nigeria.[1][2][3]
History
The Ikirun College of Health Technology was founded in 2024 by Mr Abdullateef Opeyemi Oyewale, College has received formal licence of operation approval from the Federal Government of Nigeria. "The college specializes in training healthcare professionals for primary and secondary care, providing comprehensive health technology education, practical training, and certification in a supportive academic environment" as stated by the founder during the first matriculation of the College.[4]
Courses
The available programmes include:[2]
- Community Health Technology
- Health Assistant
- Health Information Technology
- Public Health Assistant
- Public Health Technology
Admission
The Applicants of Ikirun College of Health Technology must have at least five (5) credit passes in core science subjects which includes: English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. In not more than two sittings from recognized examination bodies by the Federal Government of Nigeria such as West African Examinations Council (WAEC), National Examinations Council (NECO), General Certificate of Education (GCE), or National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB).[5]
Events
In May 2025, the college held its matriculation ceremony on campus, welcoming 305 pioneering students into its academic community. The event was attended by several dignitaries, including Professor Sunday Ajao Owolabi of Babcock University, Hon. Adetunji Abidemi Olusoji, honourable member of the 10th Assembly representing the Odo-Otin/Ifelodun/Boripe Federal Constituency.[6][3]
Administration
The principal members of the college are:[7][4]
- Rector/Chief Academic Officer
OYEWALE, Salaudeen Ajibola
- Registrar/Secretary to the Academic Board Mr. Abdullahi Adeniyi
- Deputy Registrar Mr. Bello Idris Opeyemi
- Ag. Bursar Mustapha Abiodun Rasaq
- Liberian Mr. AYO Salami
References
- ^ "Approved Institutions | National Board for Technical Education". web.nbte.gov.ng. Retrieved 2025-08-03.
- ^ a b Azeez, Biola (2025-03-31). "Ikirun health college reiterates commitment to produce skilled professionals". Tribune Online. Retrieved 2025-07-30.
- ^ a b "Ikirun College of Health Technology Holds Maiden..." Daily Trust. Retrieved 2025-08-05.
- ^ a b Osogbo, Toba Adedeji (2025-05-25). "Japa: Founder preaches patriotism as Osun College of Health matriculates 305 students". The Nation Newspaper. Retrieved 2025-07-30.
- ^ Mukhail, Ayo (2025-06-25). "Ikirun College of Health Technology Invites Applications for 2025/2026 Academic Session -". Retrieved 2025-07-30.
- ^ Azeez, Biola (2025-03-31). "Ikirun health college reiterates commitment to produce skilled professionals". Tribune Online. Retrieved 2025-07-30.
- ^ "Home". ikirunhealthtech.edu.ng. Retrieved 2025-08-06.