The management of Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU), Ago-Iwoye, has officially announced the institution’s 128th Professorial Inaugural Lecture scheduled to hold in June 2026.
The prestigious academic event will feature Professor Olufemi Olukayode Kalesanwo, a distinguished Professor of Health Education, who is set to deliver a thought-provoking lecture focusing on healthy living, health awareness, and the importance of proper health education practices in modern society.
The inaugural lecture forms part of the university’s long-standing academic tradition aimed at promoting intellectual discourse, research advancement, and knowledge sharing within the university community and the wider public.
LECTURE DETAILS
Inaugural Lecturer
Professor Olufemi Olukayode Kalesanwo
Professor of Health Education
Lecture Topic
“Health Education Knowledge and Practice: Pathways to A Healthy Lifestyle”
The lecture is expected to explore the role of health education in shaping healthy behaviours, disease prevention, public awareness, and sustainable lifestyle practices among individuals and communities.
DATE, TIME AND VENUE
- Date: Tuesday, 9th June, 2026
- Time: 2:00 PM Prompt
- Venue: OGD Lecture Theatre, OOU Main Campus, Ago-Iwoye
Guests and invited participants are expected to be seated by 1:30 PM before the commencement of the lecture.
ABOUT THE EVENT
The Professorial Inaugural Lecture Series at Olabisi Onabanjo University serves as an important academic platform where newly promoted professors publicly present their research contributions, scholarly experiences, and intellectual achievements to the university community and society at large.
The university noted that the event will bring together:
- Academic staff
- Researchers
- Students
- Health professionals
- Traditional rulers
- Government officials
- Members of the general public
The institution encouraged interested participants to attend the lecture as it promises to provide valuable insights into health education, public health awareness, and healthy lifestyle development.
The event further reflects OOU’s commitment to academic excellence, research visibility, and societal development through impactful scholarship and intellectual engagement.