Tai Solarin Federal University of Education (TASUED): Announcement of the 38th Inaugural Lecture
The Management and Senate of the Tai Solarin Federal University of Education (TASUED), Ijagun, Ijebu-Ode, officially announce the 38th Inaugural Lecture in the university's distinguished lecture series. This upcoming academic milestone follows the institution's historic transition and adoption as a federal university by the Federal Government on March 7, 2025. This 38th lecture represents a significant moment in the university’s journey as the "Nation's Premier University of Education," showcasing the high-level research and intellectual depth of its academic staff.
Lecture Details and Profile of the Inaugural Lecturer
The lecture will be delivered by Professor Olaitan Olayemi Mabejoki, a distinguished scholar and Professor of Language Education and Applied Linguistics. Professor Mabejoki, who joined the institution when it was still the Tai Solarin College of Education and rose through the ranks to the professoriate in October 2016, brings decades of expertise in pedagogical linguistics and educational communication to the podium.
Topic: Liberating Language Education for Limitless Language-driven Careers: From Chalkboard Classroom Confinement to Corporate Communication Catalyst.
Date: Thursday, 5th March 2026.
Time: 2:00 p.m. Prompt (Guests are requested to be seated by 1:30 p.m.).
Venue: TETFUND Hall, TASUED Main Campus, Ijagun, Ijebu-Ode.
The lecture is expected to explore the transformative power of language education, arguing for a shift from traditional classroom boundaries to a broader application in corporate and global communication sectors.
Administrative Directives and Attendance
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adekunle Adeogun, alongside the Registrar, Mr. Dapo Oke, cordially invites members of the university community, scholars from sister institutions, and the general public to this landmark event.
Academic Procession: All Professors and members of the University Senate are expected to participate in the academic procession. They are to be robed in their full academic regalia and assemble at the designated staging area near the TETFUND Hall by 1:30 p.m.
Student Participation: While the lecture is a high-level academic event, students—particularly those from the College of Specialized and Professional Education (COSPED) and the Department of English—are strongly encouraged to attend. This lecture provides a unique opportunity for students to witness the synthesis of research and practice in their field of study.
Security and Protocol: The university security unit has been directed to coordinate traffic and parking within the Ijagun campus to ensure a seamless arrival for distinguished guests and external stakeholders.
The Historical Context of the 38th Lecture
This inaugural lecture is especially poignant as TASUED celebrates its first full year as a Federal University. Under the leadership of Professor Adekunle Adeogun, the institution has seen significant upgrades, including a recent N700 million disbursement from the National Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), which benefited over 4,000 students during the 2025/2026 session. The 38th lecture continues the university's tradition of academic excellence that began with its proclamation as a university in 2005, reinforcing its status as a leader in specialized teacher education in Nigeria.
Invitation to the Public and Alumni
The University Management invites alumni and friends of the university to return to Ijagun for this occasion. The inaugural lecture series serves not only as an academic rite of passage for professors but also as a platform for the university to engage with its host community and the broader educational sector.