Professional Overview
Dr. Wasilat Adigun is a distinguished academician and Associate Professor of Islamic Studies at the Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology (BOUESTI) in Ikere-Ekiti, Nigeria. With a career rooted in Islamic education and social welfare, she is a prolific researcher and a member of the Harvard Business Review (HBR) Advisory Council. Her work focuses on gender equity, Islamic ethics, and the integration of technology in religious education.
Key Leadership and Experience
- Associate Professor / Senior Lecturer: Serves in the Department of Liberal Arts and the School of Multidisciplinary Studies at BOUESTI.
- Managing Editor: Holds leadership roles at Eduphoria, an international multidisciplinary magazine by ICERT.
- Editorial Board Member: Contributes to multiple academic journals, including The Progress: A Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies.
- Academic Researcher: Has conducted extensive field research on Islamic values, youth development, and poverty reduction in Nigerian states like Ekiti, Ondo, and Lagos.
Core Expertise
- Islamic Education & Ethics: Specialized in the application of Islamic ethics to modern societal issues, including corruption and value re-orientation among public servants.
- Gender Studies: A recognized expert in gender equality and women’s empowerment from an Islamic perspective, specifically within NGOs.
- E-Learning in Religious Studies: Researched and implemented e-learning tools (such as Zoom, virtual libraries, and online forums) for the teaching of Arabic and Islamic Studies.
- Social Welfare & Poverty Reduction: Expert in evaluating the role of “Al-Birr” (charity) and Zakat management systems in socio-economic development.
Awards and Qualifications
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD): Holds a doctorate in a specialized field of Islamic Studies.
- Fellowships: Fellow of the Institute of Policy Management Development (FIPMD).
- Professional Affiliations: Active member of the Nigeria Association of Teachers of Arabic and Islamic Studies.
Education
- Ph.D. in Islamic Studies: (Academic background supporting her rank as an Associate Professor).
- Graduate Research: Her doctoral work involved extensive studies on the role of Muslim women in national growth and development.