governance

Professor Daniel Olukoya, the Chancellor of Mountain Top University (MTU) has played a pivotal role in shaping the institution into a centre of academic excellence and spiritual grounding. His leadership is deeply rooted in a vision to integrate cutting-edge education with strong moral and spiritual principles. This dual focus reflects his beliefs in raising leaders who are not only academically and professionally competent but also spiritually upright, a philosophy embedded in the university’s motto:“Empowered to Excel”.

Mountain Top University (MTU) has cemented its reputation as a leader in quality education in Nigeria, being ranked first in the country for Sustainability Development Goal 4 (Quality Education) by Times Higher Education’s 2024 Impact Rankings. Under the transformative leadership of its Chancellor, Professor D. K. Olukoya, and Vice-Chancellor, Professor Elijah Ayolabi, Mountain Top University has established a governance framework that exemplifies inclusivity, accountability, and student-centric progress. While Professor Olukoya’s visionary leadership lays the foundation for integrating moral, spiritual, and academic excellence, Professor Ayolabi, as the academic head, drives the operational and intellectual growth of the institution. Together, they have crafted a governance structure that effectively bridges strategic direction with academic execution.