Professional Overview
Dr. Faith Ochenia Opade (née Adebayo) is an accomplished theologian and academic specializing in Old Testament Language and Literature. Currently serving as a Lecturer I and the Head of Department at the Nigerian Baptist Theological Seminary, she has over a decade of experience in ministerial formation and theological education. Her work is characterized by a focus on biblical archaeology, hermeneutics, and gender relations within a scriptural context.
Academic Background
Dr. Opade holds multiple advanced degrees from leading theological and secular institutions:
- Ph.D. in Old Testament Language and Literature: Nigerian Baptist Theological Seminary (2018).
- Master of Theology (M.Th.): Specialization in Old Testament Language and Literature (2014).
- Master of Divinity (M.Div.): Specialization in Theology (2012).
- Post Graduate Diploma (PGD) in Religious Studies: Bowen University, Iwo (2021).
- Higher National Diploma (HND) in Marketing: Lagos State Polytechnic (2003).
- Current Pursuits: M.A. in Religious Studies (In View) at Bowen University.
Research & Publications
Her research bridges biblical exegesis with contemporary social issues:
- Thesis Work: Her Ph.D. dissertation focused on Old Testament literature and language.
- Key Publications & Presentations:
- “Sexism Discourse, Leadership and Gender Discrimination in Judges 4” – Presented at the Pragmatics Association of Nigeria (2021).
- “Hortary Analysis of Emiola Nihinlola’s God of Transition and God of Continuity” – Presented at the International Theological Education Conference (2021).
- “Exegetical Analysis of Galatians 3:26-29 and its Implications for Gender Relation” (M.Div. Essay).
- General Interest: Authored articles on “Handling Loneliness” and “Christians’ Response to Provocation” for various Baptist publications.
Awards & Professional Memberships
- Academic Excellence: Recipient of the Samuel Olaniran Fadeji Award for Excellence in Old Testament (2014 and 2018) and the Isokun Baptist Church Award for Academic Excellence in Church History (2012).
- Professional Memberships:
- Member, National Association for Biblical Studies (NABIS).
- Member, Pragmatics Association of Nigeria (PRAN).
- Member, Sacred Earth Ministry (SEM).
Teaching & Administrative Leadership
- Courses Taught: Instructs at all levels (Bachelor to Ph.D.) in subjects including Biblical Hermeneutics, Elementary Hebrew, Hebrew Syntax, and Old Testament Theology.
- Supervision: Has supervised over 50 academic works, including 2 Doctor of Ministry theses and 8 Master of Theology projects.
- Institutional Service: Currently serves as the Head of Department (2021–date) and previously served as Academic Officer (2013–2014).