The wife of the Ekiti State governor, Dr Olayemi Oyebanji, has been elevated to the position of an Associate Professor by the management of the University of Ibadan.
According to the authorities of Nigeria’s premier university, the promotion of Dr Oyebanji to the rank in the Department of Education Management is backdated to 2022.
A statement by the senior special assistant (Media), Office of the First Lady, Ekiti State, Mr Odunayo Ogunmola said the governor’s wife is due for the rank of full-fledged Professor in 2025.
In her reaction to her elevation as an Associate Professor, Dr Oyebanji described the feat as momentous though it has been long-awaited in her academic pursuit.
She said: “I am thrilled to announce that I have been promoted to the position of Associate Professor of Educational Management at the prestigious University of Ibadan, effective from 2022.
“This milestone, though long-awaited, marks a significant step in my academic journey. I am grateful for the support from my faculty, department and the recognition from the University of Ibadan.
“A heartfelt thank you to my wonderful husband, His Excellency Governor Biodun Oyebanji, and my children for their support. I also dedicate this promotion to all the women of Ekiti State and beyond who inspire me every day.
“Onward to even greater achievements as I graciously await the announcement of my Professorship next year by God’s grace!”
Dr Oyebanji started her academic career at the Ekiti State University, Ado Ekiti in 2000 where she lectured for 13 years before she transferred her services to the University of Ibadan in 2013 for family reasons.
The Ekiti First Lady has attended local and international academic conferences where she presented papers to the global academic community while her works have been published in prestigious and renowned international journals.
The newly pronounced Associate Professor has produced many PhD graduates in the course of her academic career and during her tour of duty as the First Lady of Ekiti State.
