The Vice-Chancellor, on behalf of the Senate and the University Community of Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology (OAUSTECH), Okitipupa, cordially invites the general public to the institution's 11th Professorial Inaugural Lecture. This prestigious event represents a significant milestone in the academic career of a distinguished scholar and offers a platform for groundbreaking discourse on national governance.
THE INAUGURAL LECTURER
The lecture will be delivered by a renowned expert in governance and institutional dynamics:
Professor Ehiyamen Mediayanose Osezua
Professor of Public Administration, Higher Education and Conflict Management
LECTURE THEME
The presentation will address critical challenges facing the Nigerian state, titled:
“Governing Without Results: Public Administration, Leadership and Institutional Failure in Nigeria, Quo Vadis?”
Professor Osezua will explore the complexities of administrative systems, the impact of leadership on national progress, and the systemic factors contributing to institutional instability, while proposing strategic pathways for the future.
EVENT PARTICULARS
To ensure the smooth conduct of this academic tradition, guests and members of the university community are to take note of the following schedule:
- Date: Tuesday, 5th of May 2026
- Time: 01:00 p.m. prompt
- Venue: The University Auditorium
- Arrival: All guests are expected to be seated by *12:30 p.m. for the commencement of the academic procession.*
SIGNIFICANCE OF THE LECTURE
Inaugural lectures are a hallmark of university tradition, allowing newly promoted or appointed professors to share their research contributions and future academic outlook with the global community. This 11th session promises to provide deep insights into the intersection of public policy and leadership effectiveness in the Nigerian context.
CONCLUSION: JOIN THE CONVERSATION*
OAUSTECH continues to foster an environment where rigorous research meets national development needs. We look forward to your presence at this intellectually stimulating event as we examine the vital roles of administration and leadership in our society.
Please be guided accordingly.
Signed:
Management
Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology