Prof. Abimbola Adesoji, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria, Nigeria
Prof. Abimbola Adesoji is a renowned historian with over 28 years of experience as a teacher, researcher, and mentor. Currently a Professor at Obafemi Awolowo University, where he attained professorship in 2015, his research focuses on Traditional and Contemporary Yoruba History and the Socio-Political History of Nigeria. He holds a Ph.D. in History, with notable works exploring ethnic politics, migrations, and cultural history. A prolific author, Prof. Adesoji has published extensively, including books and chapters in globally recognized volumes. He is a member of esteemed organizations such as the Nigerian Academy of Letters and the Historical Society of Nigeria. ✍️🌟
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Education 🎓📚
Prof. Abimbola Adesoji holds a Ph.D. in History from Obafemi Awolowo University, specializing in “The Press and Ethnic Politics in Nigeria, 1960-2003” (2007). He also earned an M.Phil. in History from the same institution, focusing on “Migrations, Settlements, and Inter-Community Relations in Irepodun Communities, 1840-1965” (2003). Additionally, he obtained an M.B.A. (1999) and PGDFM (1995) from Obafemi Awolowo University. Prof. Adesoji began his academic journey with a Bachelor of Arts in History from Adeyemi College of Education in 1991, laying the foundation for his distinguished career in history and socio-political research. 🎓📖
Professional Experience 🎓🌍
Prof. Abimbola Adesoji has an extensive academic career spanning over two decades. From 2001 to the present, he has served as a lecturer at Obafemi Awolowo University, where he advanced from Graduate Assistant to Professor by 2015. During his sabbatical, he worked as a Professor at Bowen University in 2022-2023. He has also held visiting lecturer positions at Osun State University (2014-2015) and part-time lecturing roles at Lagos State University (2000-2003). Earlier in his career, he contributed to Adeyemi College of Education, Ondo, from 1994 to 2001. His teaching experience reflects a deep commitment to the field of History and International Studies. 📚👨🏫
Teaching Experience 📚👨🏫
Prof. Abimbola Adesoji has an extensive teaching career spanning multiple institutions. From January 2022 to June 2023, he taught at Bowen University, Iwo, covering topics like the History of Nigeria (1800-present) and African Historiography, while also assessing Postgraduate students in Methods of Historical Research. Since 2001, he has taught at Obafemi Awolowo University, offering courses on the History of Nigeria and assessing various historical research essays. His earlier teaching roles include positions at Lagos State University (2000-2003) and Adeyemi College of Education (1994-2001), where he instructed students in Nigerian history and evaluated their coursework. 📖✍️
Professional Certifications & Awards 🎓🏆
Prof. Abimbola Adesoji has earned multiple professional certifications, including Textbook Writing and Publishing (2004), Research Methodology (2005), and Writing Proposal and Grant Management (2009), all from esteemed institutions such as Obafemi Awolowo University and the Training Centre in Communication, Nairobi, Kenya. He has also received prestigious awards, such as the Georg Forster Postdoctoral Research Fellowship from the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation, with multiple fellowships between 2009 and 2021. His notable grants include the Citizenship Initiative Grant and the Alexander von Humboldt Returning Fellowship Award, marking his significant contributions to academic research. 🌍📚
Research Focus
Prof. Abimbola Adesoji’s research focuses on the intersection of political, social, and cultural dynamics in Nigeria, with an emphasis on Islamic revivalism, ethno-religious conflicts, and media studies. His work explores themes such as Boko Haram, Islamic fundamentalism, and the Nigerian state’s response to these challenges. Additionally, his research delves into indigeneship, citizenship, globalization, democratization, and the role of the press in Nigeria’s political landscape. Other areas of interest include ethnic relations, historical scholarship, and security issues. His interdisciplinary approach combines history, political science, and media studies. 📚🌍🔍
Publication Top Notes
- The Boko Haram Uprising and Islamic Revivalism in Nigeria – 781 citations, 2010 📚
- Between Maitatsine and Boko Haram: Islamic Fundamentalism and the Response of the Nigerian State – 450 citations, 2011 📖
- Indigeneship and Citizenship in Nigeria: Myth and Reality – 75 citations, 2009 🌍
- When (Not) to Be a Proprietor: Nigerian Newspaper Ownership in a Changing Polity – 35 citations, 2011 📰
- Globalization of the Media and the Challenges of Democratisation in Nigeria – 27 citations, 2006 🌐
- Boko Haram and the Global War on Terror – 19 citations, 2019 🌍
- Pressure Groups and the Democratic Process in Nigeria (1979-1993) – 19 citations, 2002 📊
- Traditional Rulership and Modern Governance in the 20th Century – 18 citations, 2010 👑
- The New Pentecostal Movement in Nigeria and the Politics of Belonging – 17 citations, 2017 ⛪
- The Nigerian Press and the Challenge of Private Newspaper Ownership: A Study of the Nigerian Tribune, 1949–2009 – 16 citations, 2012 📰