Making the Abstract Tangible: Professor Faith Babalola Makes History as Engineering Faculty’s First Female Inaugural Lecturer
The University of Lagos (UNILAG) witnessed a historic moment on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, as Professor Faith Uchenna Babalola delivered the 13th Inaugural Lecture of the 2025/2026 Academic Session, becoming the first female academic from the Faculty of Engineering to deliver an inaugural lecture since the Faculty’s establishment in 1964. The event was held at the Nurudeen Alao Auditorium at the Distance Learning Institute (DLI). It attracted academics, researchers, students, industry professionals, family members, and […]
Driving Inclusion Through Innovation: UNILAG Hosts Pan-African Assistive Technology Workshop
Stakeholders across higher education, technology innovation, and disability inclusion have identified assistive technology as a critical driver for building inclusive and equitable learning systems across Africa. They have also called for stronger institutional collaboration, increased research investment, and student-led innovation to bridge accessibility gaps and reduce inequalities within universities. This position emerged at the two-day Pan-African workshop and international conference on Assistive Technology, hosted by the University of Lagos under the auspices of AFRETEC Network. […]
Mr. Amida Steps-In as Coordinator, Building & Facilities Maintenance
Mr. Waheed Oladoye Amida has been appointed Coordinator, Building and Facilities Maintenance Division in the Works and Physical Planning Department. His appointment takes effect from Monday, April 20, 2026, and will run until Sunday, January 31, 2027. In his role, he is expected to coordinate the duties and responsibilities of the Division, ensuring efficient management, maintenance, and sustainability of the University’s buildings and facilities. The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Folasade Tolulope Ogunsola, OON, FAS, on behalf of […]
Charting New Waters: UNILAG Powers Nigeria’s Blue Economy Future
The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has reinforced its position at the forefront of Nigeria’s development agenda, with Vice-Chancellor, Professor Folasade T. Ogunsola, OON, FAS, describing the institution as the engine room of the nation’s blue economy; driving the production of knowledge, skilled professionals, and practical solution. She made this known on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at the commissioning of the Institute of Maritime Studies (IMS) multi-purpose building, an event widely regarded as a significant milestone […]
Prof. Yetunde Zaid Appointed Chairman, Ceremonies Committee
The immediate-past University of Lagos (UNILAG) Librarian, Prof. Yetunde Zaid has been appointed as Chairman of the University’s Ceremonies Committee. Her appointment is with effect from Thursday, April 2, 2026 to Sunday, January 31, 2027. Prof. Zaid is a distinguished academic with a strong record of service and leadership within the University. She is widely recognised for her exceptional coordination of events and ceremonies, having successfully led and delivered several notable University programmes, including UNILAG […]
