BOUESTI Appoints First Set of Professors Since Transition to University

The Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science, and Technology, Ikere-Ekiti (BOUESTI) has promoted twenty-two academics to the rank of Professor, marking the first such appointments since its historic transition from a College of Education to a University.

The decision, made by the University's Appointments and Promotions Committee (Academic), was finalized at a meeting held on September 17, 2024. These newly promoted Professors represent the first wave of scholars nurtured within BOUESTI to attain this distinguished rank, signifying a new era of academic excellence for the institution.

Vice-Chancellor Prof. Olufemi Adeoluwa lauded the milestone as a testament to BOUESTI's growing status as a premier academic institution. “The elevation of these outstanding academics to Professorship is a testament to their dedication, research excellence, and the progressive strides our University is making as an academic powerhouse,” he remarked.

The promotion process involved rigorous evaluations of the candidates' academic contributions, research achievements, teaching experience, and service to the University.

The newly appointed Professors span various fields across three Colleges:

College of Education:

• Prof. Ebenezer Taiwo Adu (Educational Management)
• Prof. Mary Effiong Nyong (French Translation)
• Prof. Oyedokun Samuel Ajayi (Language Education/Curriculum Studies)
• Prof. Ahmad Rufai Aminullahi (Arabic Literature)
• Prof. Jonathan Oluropo Familugba (Nigerian History)
• Prof. Adebisi Omotade Awodun (Physics Education)
• Prof. Olufunke Olutoyin Boris (Science Education)
• Prof. Abel Bamidele Ibidapo (Industrial Technical Education - Building)
• Prof. Temitope Tiamiyu Alade (Physical & Health Education)
• Prof. Oludare Jethro Olojo (Science Education - Computer)
• Prof. Edward Olusola Osuntuyi (Industrial Technical Education - Wood Technology)
• Prof. Rufus Sunday Olojuolawe (Industrial Technical Education - Electrical/Electronics)
• Prof. Ese Monica Alake (Chemistry Education)
• Prof. Thomas Olabode Abe (Tests & Measurements)
• Prof. Veronica Ibitola Makinde (Guidance & Counseling)
• Prof. Oke James Ajogbeje (Tests & Measurements)
• Prof. Modupe Oluwatoyin Olowe (Business Education)
• Prof. Uche Emoefe Ekiugbo (Social Studies)

College of Science:

• Prof. Olabimpe Ojo (Food and Medicinal Chemistry)

College of Technology:

• Prof. Oluyede Adeleke Aturamu (Agricultural Economics)
• Prof. Joseph Babatunde Ajayi (Art History)
• Prof. Olujoke Stella Akinrujomu (Textiles)

Additionally, the Committee promoted five Senior Lecturers to the rank of Associate Professor:

• Dr. Mercy Adesola Daramola
• Dr. Anna Vitalievna Awopetu
• Dr. Oluwafemi Lawrence Adebayo
• Dr. Ilesanmi Osasona
• Dr. Olaniyi Oluwatosin Ojo

This historic promotion sets the stage for continued academic growth and innovation at BOUESTI, as the University solidifies its reputation as a center of educational excellence.