Redeemer’s University Strengthens Faculties with 11 New Professors

Redeemer’s University has achieved a historic milestone with the appointment of 11 new professors, further enhancing its academic excellence under the leadership of Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Shadrach Olufemi Akindele.

The announcement was made during the Covenant Hour service on September 2, 2025. Prof. Akindele revealed that the appointments had been ratified by the university council following the 61st Statutory Meeting of the Appointment and Promotion Committee (Academic Staff) on August 26.

“One thing I am glad to say is this: before you become a professor, your publications are sent to external assessors. And I made up my mind that I was going to handle it personally,” the Vice-Chancellor said. He emphasized the objectivity of the process, noting that one external assessor remarked on the integrity of the selection.

Prof. Akindele added that the appointments were of such high calibre that he could vouch for the new professors anywhere. “Congratulations. Thank you for making Redeemer’s University proud. Our standards are high,” he said.

The newly appointed professors are:

• Professor M. O. Akporobaro – Business Administration & Marketing
• Professor Semiu Alayande – Mathematics & Statistics
• Professors Bernice Sanusi, Omowale Adelabu, Felix Talabi, and Emmanuel Ifeduba – Mass Communication
• Professor Rasaki Dauda – Economics
• Professor Oluwakemi Adesina – History & International Studies
• Professors John Iwuh and Rantimi Julius-Adeoye – Theatre Arts
• Professor Olanrewaju Adesina – Mechanical Engineering

These appointments mark a significant step in reinforcing the university’s commitment to academic excellence and leadership in higher education.