The Vice President for Research Development and Extension serves as extension of the President in the conduct of research, development and extension in all campuses. The specific functions of the VP for RDE are as follows:

• initiates plan and program in line with RDE activities of the different units;
• supervises the RDE activities of the different units;
• enriches review and recommends research projects/proposals/programs for funding;
• proposes establishment of linkages with public and private agencies, both local and foreign;
• initiates sourcing of funds for RDE programs and projects;  
• initiates and establish tie –up programs with government and non-government agencies;
• submits an annual report on RDE and other related activities; and
• performs other functions as the President may assign.