By Dr. Wole Balogun
S.A Media to VC
It’s a celebration of academic royalty as two astute scholars of the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), Prof. Olayide Lawal and Dr. Temitope Adefarati were recently announced as top 2% global scientists rated by Stanford University and Elsevier. The heart warming news has since brought joy to the entire University community as it indicates the indisputable fact that the upwardly mobile University is fulfilling her dreams of being one of the best among others globally.
Breaking the news to the University media team , Prof. Lawal,said:
“ To God alone be the glory. Many thanks to our VC for creating the enabling environment for excellence to thrive. We thank God for good developments and global recognitions coming to FUOYE during his tenure. More will come in Jesus Name. Congratulations to Dr. Temitope Adefarati, my colleague from Faculty of Engineering, FUOYE who has joined me in the list of top 2% global scientists rated by Stanford University and Elsevier. It can only be a product of unwavering dedication to hardwork and commitment to excellence. Since I have been on this list for quite some years, it is important for me to say I’m not a lone-ranger, I work with younger ones who also deserve recognition. I must appreciate with thanks the collaboration and the great efforts of Dr. Kehinde Sodeinde, Dr. Samuel Olusanya, Dr. Shola Ayanda, Dr. Abiodun Adeoye, Dr. Adebayo Adeniyi, Mr. Ojo Ayomipo and Mr. Nasir Imam. Many thanks also to my amiable HOD, Dr. Lekan Faboya, Professors, other colleagues in the department and post graduate students whose contributions have also added significantly to this outcome.
Prof Lawal, an accomplished Professor of Industrial and Macromolecular Chemistry
leads the University’s Macromolecular Chemistry Group in the Department of Chemistry. He is also the University’s Director of Research and Development . He is a fellow of the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation in Germany as well as the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science.
Dr. Adefarati is a dedicated and accomplished lecturer at the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), Nigeria. With a strong passion for teaching and research, Dr. Adefarati has established himself as an expert in his field. Dr. Adefarati’s areas of specialization include renewable energy resources, power system analysis, reliability, smart grid, optimization, power system protection and stability. He has published numerous papers in reputable international journals and has presented his research at conferences worldwide. As an educator, Dr. Adefarati is known for his innovative teaching methods, mentorship, and commitment to student success. He has supervised several undergraduate and postgraduate research projects and continues to inspire the next generation of leaders. Dr. Adefarati holds Bachelor of Engineering, Master of Engineering and PhD in Electrical and Electronics Engineering and Electrical Engineering from Federal University Akure, University of Port Harcourt and University of Pretoria and has received various awards and recognition for his contributions to education and research.
Asked how he felt being listed among the world’s best scientists, Dr. Adefarati said: “
I am incredibly proud and humbled to be regarded as one of the best scientists in the world. This recognition is a result of the diligent efforts of my mentors, colleagues and students who have helped me along the way, as well as my own commitment and hard work. Being a member of an international community that uses research and discoveries to try to make the world a better place makes me proud.”
While applauding the two academic giants for making FUOYE proud, the Vice-Chancelor, Prof. Abayomi Sunday Fasina said:” l am really excited about the development. It is an indication that our University is living up to its expectations as becoming one of the world’s best Universities. For me, l am committed, dedicated and determined to ensure we continue to prove an enabling environment for academic success and advancement for both the lecturers and students and this is why we have been putting every facilities in place to fulfill these dreams . I congratulate the two scholars who have made us proud and also want to encourage our colleagues to let this laudable development also motivate them for more academic laurels and breakthroughs. “
