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AAUA 68TH INAUGURAL LECTURE: PROF ELUDOYIN TO EXPLORE HUMAN ELEMENT IN CLIMATE EQUATION
All is set for the 68th Inaugural Lecture of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko, to be delivered by a Professor of Climatology, Oyenike Mary Eludoyin of the Department of Geography and Planning Sciences.
According to a statement by the Chairman of the University Ceremonies Committee and Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration), Prof. Adebisi Daramola, the lecture will take place on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, in the University Multipurpose Hall.
The 68th Inaugural Lecture, which will be the first to be presided over by the new Vice Chancellor, Prof. Tomola Obamuyi, is titled “The Human Element in the Climate Equation: Navigating Thermal Stress and Environmental Health in a Warming Nigeria.”
It is scheduled to commence at 2:00 p.m., while guests are expected to be seated by 1:30 p.m.
Prof. Eludoyin began her academic journey with a Bachelor of S c i e n c e ( E d u . ) i n Education/Geography from the Adeyemi College of Education, Ondo (now the Adeyemi Federal University of Education, Ondo), in 1999.
She subsequently earned a Master of Science in Geography (Climatology) from the University of Ibadan in 2003 and later obtained a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Climatology from the same institution in 2015.
She joined the services of Adekunle Ajasin University in 2005 as an Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Geography and Planning Sciences and rose through the ranks to become a Professor in 2021.
Throughout her distinguished academic career, she has made significant contributions to teaching, research, postgraduate supervision, mentorship, and academic advisory services.
An internationally-recognised scholar, Prof. Eludoyin has authored a book, contributed chapters to scholarly publications, and published over 45 peer-reviewed research articles in reputable national and international journals.
She has actively participated in numerous research initiatives, with several completed studies awaiting publication and multiple research projects currently in progress.
Her outstanding academic profile has earned her several grants, scholarships, and professional recognitions, including TETFund sponsorships for Ph.D. research analysis at Rothamsted Research, Harpenen, U n i t e d K i n g dom (2011); and a specialised short course a t t h e University of E x e t e r , U n i t e d K i n g d o m (2014).
Prof. Eludoyin has participated extensively in academic engagements within and outside Nigeria, particularly in the United States of America and the United Kingdom.
She is an active member of several renowned professional organisations, including the Nigerian Geographical Association (NGA), Nigerian Meteorological Society (NMS), American Geophysical Union (AGU), International Society of Biometeorology (ISB), African Academic Network (AAN), and the National Association of Women Academics (NAWAC).
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