By Opeyemi Quadri 
The Federal University of Technology and Environmental Sciences ( popularly known FUTES), Iyin Ekiti, was established on February 20, 2025, following the signing into law of the bill proposing its creation by President Bola Tinubu.
Aim
The institution was established to integrate advanced technological innovation with environmental studies and preservation. FUTES will focus on key areas such as Sustainable Technology Development and Environmental Science and Ecology among other environmental courses. The university aims to address real-world challenges through disciplines like environmental engineering, climate modeling with AI, and biotech applications for ecological restoration.
FUTES will produce graduates capable of tackling global issues such as climate change and resource scarcity through tech-driven academic research aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
History
The bill to establish FUTES was sponsored by Senator Michael Opeyemi Bamidele (2019–present), representing the Ekiti Central Senatorial District. The initiative to establish a federal university in Iyin Ekiti began in 2021, when Bamidele initially proposed a bill titled, “A Bill for an Act to Provide for the Establishment of the Federal University of Medical and Health Sciences, Iyin Ekiti, Ekiti State, and for Matters Connected Therewith, 2021” according to CEO Africa publication. This bill passed its second reading in the Senate on March 16, 2021. However, the university’s proposed name was later changed to the Federal University of Technology and Environmental Sciences, Iyin Ekiti.
Following this, there was little public discussion on the matter until the 10th Senate, where Bamidele, now the Senate Leader, reintroduced the bill for consideration on October 17, 2023.
The bill received accelerated approval, and on October 27, 2023, the Senate formally endorsed the establishment of FUTES, referring it to the Senate Committee on Tertiary Institutions and the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) for further legislative action.
On February 20, 2025, President Bola Tinubu signed into law the bill establishing FUTES alongside another newly created institution, the Federal University of Agriculture and Development Studies in Iragbiji, Osun State.
On March 25, 2025, President Tinubu appointed the university’s pioneer principal officers, including the Vice-Chancellor, and inaugurated a five-member Governing Council led by Senator Binta Masi Garba.
Principal Officers
The pioneer principal officers of the university is led by the Vice-Chancellor Professor James Olugbenga Aribisala. Others are:
- Registrar: Mr. Oluwole Olalere Dada
- Bursar: Mrs. Adeniyi Rachael Ajayi
- Librarian: Professor Isaac Oluwadare Busayo
Governing Council
The pioneer governing council members of the institution are:
- Senator Binta Masi Garba – Pro-Chancellor and Chairperson
- Professor Joseph Olurotimi Sanya – Member
- Mr. Efe Emefienin Emmanuel – Member
- Dr. Joyce Ogunyemi – Member
- Alhaji Dahiru Abdullahi Ruma – Member
Courses
As of the time of publication, FUTES has not officially announced its academic programmes. However, given its focus on environmental studies and technology, prospective students can expect courses in disciplines such as:
- Environmental Science
- Renewable Energy Technology
- Climate Technology
- Environmental Engineering
- Biotechnology
- Computer Science with Environmental Applications
- Sustainable Design and Architecture
- Green Manufacturing
- Sustainability and Innovation
- Ecological Engineering
- Agroecological Technology
- Environmental Policy and Technology
- Environmental Robotics etc
FUTES is expected to enroll its first set of undergraduate students in September 2025, according to a statement issued by the President’s spokesperson, Mr. Bayo Onanuga.
Land Mass
The Federal University of Technology and Environmental Sciences will take off from approximately 1,000 hectares of land, which was donated by the Ekiti State government in 2021.
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Editorial Staff
What’s the website link to the school for student to apply?
Federal University of Technology and Environmental Sciences, Iyin Ekiti is yet to have a website. We will update this post when it is available.
Please I want to apply for building engineering ?
Pay a visit to the institution. They are already warming up to take the first batch of students.
I’m from Ogun state.Please.how can I get a lecturing position at the university?
It will be made public. We will keep you updated.
I’m Ogundare Oluwafemi from Ekiti State
When is Admission starting.
What is cut off mark for Architecture
Admission is starting by September 2025.
Would the school offer mechanical engineering?
Would admission be via screening or post utme examination?
And please let us know the tuition fee and all other registration fees
Please,what is the cut off mark for those that want to study medicine and surgery
Type here..i scored 165 iwant to study electrical eng