UNILAG’s Dr. Chika Yinka-Banjo Honored at 2025 Nigerian Achievement Awards

The Head of the Department of Computer Sciences, University of Lagos (UNILAG), Dr. Chika Yinka-Banjo, has been recognized among Nigeria’s distinguished achievers at the 2025 Nigerian Achievement Awards, organized by People and Power Communications Limited, publishers of People State & Resource (PSR) Magazine.

Dr. Yinka-Banjo received the award in acknowledgment of her pioneering role as a leading female voice shaping the future of intelligence systems, STEM innovation, and ICT development in Africa. Her contributions to nation-building through technological advancement and education have positioned her as a transformative leader in the field. She had previously been recognized in 2024 with the PSR Woman of Merit Gold Award (WMGA).

• The Vice-Chancellor of UNILAG, Professor Folasade Ogunsola, OON, FAS, on behalf of the Senate, Management, Staff, and Students, congratulated Dr. Yinka-Banjo on her outstanding achievement. She extended best wishes for continued success as Dr. Yinka-Banjo advances her work in Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Data Science, and Technology-Driven Entrepreneurship across Africa.

  

This accolade further cements Dr. Yinka-Banjo’s status as a leading force in driving innovation, female empowerment, and technological excellence on the continent.