Global academic icon and distinguished historian, Professor Toyin Falola, has been awarded an honorary Doctor of Letters (D.Litt) degree by the Adeyemi Federal University of Education, Ondo, in recognition of his exceptional contributions to scholarship, African history, and intellectual development.
The prestigious conferment took place during the university’s convocation ceremony held at its main campus, drawing scholars, dignitaries, and members of the academic community from across the country and beyond.
Professor Falola, who is widely regarded as one of Africa’s most prolific scholars, has authored and edited over 100 books and numerous scholarly articles, shaping discourse on African studies globally. His work has spanned themes of colonialism, culture, diaspora, and postcolonial development, earning him accolades from universities and institutions worldwide.
In his acceptance speech, Falola expressed gratitude for the honor and emphasized the role of education in transforming societies. “This recognition is not just a personal honor, but a reaffirmation of the enduring value of knowledge and our collective responsibility to advance it,” he said.
The Vice-Chancellor of Adeyemi University, Professor Samuel Akintunde, hailed Falola as “a beacon of academic excellence” and “an enduring inspiration to scholars across generations.”
This latest recognition adds to an already illustrious career, further cementing Professor Falola’s legacy as a global ambassador of African scholarship.
source: tribuneonlineng.com
