….University community celebrates alumna-lecturer’s milestone
- By Demola Atobaba, Ado-Ekiti
The Vice-Chancellor of Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti, Professor Joseph Babatola Ayodele, on behalf of the university community, has warmly congratulated the First Lady of Ekiti State, Professor Olayemi Jumoke Biodun-Oyebanji, on her confirmation as Professor of Institutional Administration, Leadership, Quality Assurance in Education and Human Resources Development at the University of Ibadan.
In a congratulatory message made available to TopNews in Ado-Ekiti, the Vice-Chancellor described the elevation as “a well-deserved crowning of years of dedication, scholarship and service,” noting that the achievement is a source of pride to Ekiti State and to the university where her academic journey began.
“Professor Oyebanji began her career as a Graduate Assistant at EKSU and spent over a decade shaping students here. She has contributed immensely to the growth and development of the University and Ekiti State. We commend her resourcefulness and dedication to the advancement of education in Nigeria. Her success is our success, and we celebrate her.” he said.
Professor Olayemi Oyebanji started her academic career at Ekiti State University in 2000 and lectured in the Department of Educational Management before moving to the University of Ibadan in 2013.
She rose to Associate Professor, effective 2022, and has published widely in reputable journals, while supervising doctoral graduates. Even in public office, she has returned to EKSU to teach students of Educational Management as part of her community service.
The Vice-Chancellor said her story offers inspiration to young scholars, especially women in academia, showing what discipline, perseverance and commitment to excellence can achieve.
Professor Ayodele also commended the wife of the Governor for balancing scholarship with her service to women, children and vulnerable groups in the state, and prayed for continued wisdom and strength as she serves the nation.
The management, Senate, staff and students of EKSU wish Professor Oyebanji many more years of impactful scholarship.
*Gbenga Oluwajana*
*For:* Deputy Registrar/Head, Directorate of Information and Corporate Affairs,
Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti
