The Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), Professor Adenike Temidayo Oladiji, FAS, on behalf of the University Senate, formally invites the general public, academic community, and friends of the institution to the 196th Inaugural Lecture. This landmark academic event serves as a platform for distinguished professors to share their research contributions and propose solutions to critical societal challenges.
The upcoming discourse, titled "A Parasite-Free World: Achievable or Wishful Thinking", targets the heart of global health concerns, evaluating the feasibility of eradicating parasitic diseases in a rapidly evolving environmental and biological landscape.
DISTINGUISHED LECTURER: PROFILE OF PROFESSOR TITUS ADENIYI OLUSI
The 196th lecture will be delivered by Professor Titus Adeniyi Olusi (MNSP, MPPSN), a renowned authority in the field of Applied Parasitology. Professor Olusi’s academic journey is a testament to cross-institutional excellence in Nigeria, having honed his expertise across three major universities:
- University of Maiduguri
- University of Ibadan
- University of Jos
As a member of the Nigerian Society for Parasitology (NSP) and the Parasitology and Public Health Society of Nigeria (PPSN), his work has consistently focused on the intersections of host-parasite relationships, disease transmission, and public health interventions.
THE CORE DISCOURSE: APPLIED PARASITOLOGY AND GLOBAL HEALTH
The lecture aims to provide deep academic insights into the persistent challenge of parasitic infections. Key thematic areas expected to be covered include:
- Eradication vs. Control: An analysis of why certain parasites remain resilient despite decades of medical advancement.
- Applied Parasitology: How practical research is being used to develop new diagnostic tools and treatment protocols.
- Public Health Challenges: Examining the socio-economic and environmental factors that hinder the vision of a "Parasite-Free World."
EVENT SCHEDULE AND PROTOCOLS
The University Management, through the Registrar, Mr. C.O. Adeleye, FNIM, has outlined the following schedule for the proceedings. Guests are encouraged to adhere strictly to the timeline to maintain the solemnity of the academic tradition.
- Date: Tuesday, 14th April, 2026.
- Time: 3:00 PM Prompt.
- Venue: Obafemi Awolowo Auditorium, FUTA Main Campus.
- Arrival: Guests and members of the academic procession are requested to be seated by 2:45 PM.
The event will be presided over by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adenike Temidayo Oladiji, ensuring the highest level of institutional oversight for this scholarly presentation.
CONCLUSION: JOINING THE CONVERSATION ON SCIENTIFIC INNOVATION
The 196th Inaugural Lecture at FUTA is more than an academic rite; it is a call to action for scientists, health policymakers, and students to re-evaluate our approach to infectious diseases. It promises to be a rigorous intellectual exercise that bridges the gap between laboratory research and community health.