Sultan of Sokoto honors Prof. Oloyede with title

On November 2, 2026, the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, honored Prof. Is-haq Oloyede, the immediate past Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), with the traditional title of Kuliyan Sokoto. This recognition was in appreciation of Oloyede's contributions to education, Islamic affairs, and national development.

The turbaning ceremony occurred at the Sultan’s Palace in Sokoto, followed by a reception at the Command Guest House, attended by various prominent Nigerians, traditional rulers, government officials, and religious leaders. Oloyede described the honor as a blessing from Allah, highlighting its importance as a Yoruba man being recognized by the Sultan.

He acknowledged the title's dual traditional and religious responsibilities and expressed gratitude to the Sultan for the recognition, which he initially felt undeserving of. The Alake of Egbaland, through a goodwill message, praised Oloyede's integrity and achievements, noting his transformative leadership at JAMB and the University of Ilorin.