Ekiti governor’s wife, Olayemi Oyebanji, becomes UI professor

The First Lady of Ekiti State, Prof. Olayemi Oyebanji, has been officially pronounced a Professor of Educational Management by the University of Ibadan (UI) in Oyo State.

The Ekiti State Government, in a statement, said the pronouncement made on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, represents a major academic achievement for Oyebanji, “whose career in the education sector reflects a longstanding commitment to teaching, research, scholarship in Institutional Administration, Leadership, Quality Assurance in Education, and Human Resources Development.”

The government said Oyebanji, a senior lecturer at UI, has continued to demonstrate a remarkable passion for academic excellence and the advancement of knowledge, particularly in educational management and the development of the education sector.

The government described her promotion to the rank of professor as a recognition of her academic contributions and professional accomplishments, further strengthening her standing in the field of education.

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It added: “Beyond her academic engagements, the Ekiti First Lady has remained committed to initiatives that promote educational advancement, women’s empowerment, youth development and the welfare of vulnerable members of society.

“Through her various interventions, she has continued to support programmes designed to improve access to education, equip young people with relevant skills and provide assistance to widows, orphans and other disadvantaged groups across Ekiti State.

“Her achievement also serves as an inspiration to women, young academics and students, demonstrating that dedication, perseverance and a commitment to lifelong learning can lead to remarkable professional accomplishments.”