Professional Overview
Grace Oluremilekun Akanbi is a distinguished Nigerian academic and expert in the History and Policy of Education. With over four decades of experience in the educational sector, she has risen from a classroom teacher to a Chief Lecturer. Her work is deeply rooted in examining educational policy implementation, gender equality, and the integration of digital media in teaching within the Nigerian context. She is a prolific researcher and an active member of international academic communities, contributing to global dialogues on the evolution of education.
Key Leadership and Experience
- Chief Lecturer, Emmanuel Alayande College of Education: Has served in this senior academic capacity since 2006, contributing to the Department of Educational Foundations.
- Administrative Leadership: Served as the first female Chairman of the Committee of Deans and Directors (2016–2018) and holds a position on the First Governing Council of Mountain Top University.
- Academic Mentorship: Regularly facilitates orientation programmes for new staff and presents distinguished lectures, such as the “Future directions for education in Nigeria”.
- Extensive Teaching Background: Her career began in 1983 as a class teacher under the NYSC, followed by a continuous progression through academic ranks starting as an Assistant Lecturer in 1987.
Core Expertise
- Policy Analysis: Specialized in the history and implementation of Nigerian educational policies.
- Pedagogical Innovation: Focused on digital media attainment and effective teaching-learning strategies for a global environment.
- Gender and Development: Expert in reducing gender disparity and exploring women’s education as a tool for national development.
- Quality Assurance: Dedicated to professionalizing teaching and maintaining standards in both public and international schools.
Awards and Qualification
- PhD in History and Policy of Education (2001): University of Ilorin.
- Distinguished Recognition: First female presenter of the Distinguished Staff Lecture at Emmanuel Alayande College of Education (2014).
- Digital Proficiency: Holds an Advanced Digital Appreciation Programme certificate and a Diploma in Computer Techniques and Application.
- Professional Certifications: Nigeria Certificate in Education (1983) and Grade II Teachers’ Certificate (1978).
Education
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD): History and Policy of Education, University of Ilorin (2001).
- Master of Education (M.Ed.): History and Policy of Education, University of Ilorin (1994).
- Bachelor of Arts (B.A.): Education and History, University of Ilorin (1987).
- Diploma: Management Information System, University of Ilorin (2001).