By Chibuike Chinedu Gospel, JSS 3
The life of Professor Adetowun Ogunsheye represents what is possible when women break through the barriers set against them and excel at their chosen fields of endeavour.
NIGERIAN first female Professor, Adetowun Ogunsheye, aged 95, weekend, presented a book titled “Aso Oke” in Ibadan, Oyo State in her quest to promote the African cultural heritage.
Ogunsheye, a professor of Library Studies, while delivering her speech during the presentation, said Aso Oke is still a strong part of Yoruba culture.
She affirmed that she was in deep respect for the textile and the impactful role it had played in the society.
Here are the list First female, other professors in different disciplines
First Nigerian female professor ever: Prof. Mrs Felicia Adetoun Ogunkeye
First Nigerian Female Professor of Law: Prof. Mrs Jadesola Olayinka Akande
First Nigerian Female Professor of History: Prof. Mrs Bolanle Awe
First Nigerian Female Professor of Mathematics and First Female Vice Chancellor in Nigeria: Prof. Mrs Grace Adele Williams
First Female Physics Professor in Africa: Prof. Mrs Deborah Ajakaye.
First Nigerian Professor of History: Prof. Kenneth Dike
First Nigerian Professor of Philosophy: Prof. Olubi Sodipe:
First Nigerian Professor of Linguistics: Prof. Ayo Bamgbose:
First Nigerian Professor of Yoruba and African literature Prof. Wande Abimbola
First Nigerian Professor of Law: Prof. Teslim Olawale Elias
First Nigerian Professor of Agriculture: Prof. Victor Adenuga Oyenuga
First Nigerian Professor of Animal Science: Prof. Gabriel M. Babatunde
First Nigerian Professor Pharmacy: Prof. Nzebunwa Aguwa
First Nigerian Professor of Chemical Engineering Prof. Sikiru. A. Sanni
First Nigerian Professor of Mining Engineer: Prof. Zaccheus Opafundo
Chibuike is of Sham – El – Deen JNR Grammar School, Ikorodu , Lagos
