Legacy of Leadership
Honoring those who have shaped our institution's history.
Prof. Seunfunmi A. Olutayo
Historical records pending update.
Prof. S.S. Olaoluwa
Historical records pending update.
Dr I.A. Jimoh
Retired""
Prof. Ohioma Ifounu Pogoson
"Spearheading the modernization and digital transformation of the Institute."
"Expanding global partnerships and championing the preservation of visual arts and material culture."
Prof. Isaac O. Albert
Retired"Pioneered peace and conflict studies within the framework of African studies."
"Developed robust policy-oriented research networks."
Prof. O.O. Layiwola
Historical records pending update.
Prof. Alexandar U. Iwara
Retired"He is the eight director of the Institute."
Prof. Mosumola A. Omibiyi-Obidike
Retired"Focused on pre-colonial African history and warfare."
"Restructured the curriculum for postgraduate African studies."
Prof. Cornelius O. Adepegba
Retired"The sixth director of the institute."
Prof. Bolanle Alake Awe
Retired"Championed women's studies and gender history in African academia."
"Elevated the Institute's profile through international collaborations."
Prof. Saburi O. Biobaku
Retired"The fourth director of the institute."
Prof. Obaro Ikime
Retired"The third director of the institute."
Prof. Robert G. Armstrong
Retired"Expanded linguistic research across West Africa."
"Established foundational archival collections for the institute."
Prof. Kenneth Onwuka Dike
Retired"Founding Director of the Institute of African Studies."
"Pioneered the integration of oral history and African perspectives into formal academic research."
Institution Founded