All is now set for the 55th inaugural lecture of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko, as Professor Isaac Ayodele Ololade, a distinguished scholar of Environmental Chemistry in the Department of Chemical Sciences, prepares to deliver the institution’s latest instalment in its series of frontier-pushing academic lectures.

The lecture, which promises to be an intellectually stimulating exploration of humanity’s relationship with the natural world, is titled “Environmental Chemistry: The Science Behind a Healthier Planet,” and is scheduled for Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at the University Multipurpose Hall.

In a statement, the Chairman of the University Ceremonies Committee and Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration), Prof. Adebisi Daramola, confirmed that the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Olugbenga Ige, will preside over the event as Chairman of the occasion.

The programme is slated to commence promptly at 2:00 p.m., while guests, dignitaries, and members of the university community are expected to be seated by 1:30 p.m.

Professor Ololade began his academic journey in 1998 with a Bachelor of Science Honours degree in Industrial Chemistry from the University of Ibadan.

He obtained a Master of Science degree in Analytical Chemistry from the same institution in 2001. In 2008, he was awarded a Doctor of Philosophy in Environmental Chemistry at the Federal University of Technology, Akure.

He subsequently completed a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Environmental Chemistry at the Research Center for Eco-Environmental Sciences under the auspices of the Chinese Academy of Sciences in 2011.

Upon joining Adekunle Ajasin University in 2001 as an Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Chemical Sciences, Professor Ololade progressed steadily through the academic ranks to attain the position of Professor in 2017.

Throughout his career, he has been actively engaged in teaching, cutting-edge research, postgraduate supervision, mentoring, and academic advisory responsibilities.

Beyond his scholarly contributions, Professor Ololade has rendered distinguished administrative service to the University.

His leadership portfolio includes serving as Dean of the Faculty of Science, Acting Dean of the Faculty of Science, Director of the University Central Research Laboratory, Chairman of the Faculty of Science Postgraduate Committee, Acting Head of the Department of Chemical Sciences, Sub-dean of the Faculty of Science, Coordinator of the Faculty of Science Research Laboratory, Chairman of the Business Committee of Senate on Centre for Basic and Part-Time Studies, as well as Departmental Postgraduate and Seminar Coordinator.

A prolific scholar of international standard, Professor Ololade has authored ninety-six peer-reviewed research articles in reputable local and international journals.

He has attended and presented papers at numerous conferences in Nigeria and abroad, including China, Egypt, Italy, Kenya, and the United Kingdom.

He has also participated in numerous research initiatives, with several completed studies under review and additional research projects in progress.

In recognition of his academic distinction, Professor Ololade has received several prestigious grants and awards, including the TETFund Institution-Based Research Intervention Fund in 2016, the International Foundation for Science Research Grants in 2012 and 2016, the Adekunle Ajasin University Research Grant Award in 2012, the Chinese Academy of Sciences–Third World Academy of Sciences Postdoctoral Fellowship in 2010, the Education Tax Fund Staff Training and Development Award in 2004, and the Travel Grant by the Pan-Africa Network and Royal Society of Chemistry in 2012.

He has also received a certificate of appreciation for his role on the Scientific Committee of the Second Euro-Mediterranean Conference for Environmental Integration.

He is a member of the Chemical Society of Nigeria, the Institute of Chartered Chemists of Nigeria, and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry. He is also a Fellow of the Chinese Academy of Sciences–Third World Academy of Sciences Postdoctoral Fellowship.