A New Dawn for Yoruba Intellectualism.
Emmanuel Alayande University of Education, Oyo, cordially invites the general public, academics, and cultural enthusiasts to the historic Inauguration of the Alaafin Institute of Yoruba Studies.
As Nigeria’s first teacher-training institution, EAUED is proud to pioneer this landmark institute dedicated to cultural preservation, research, and academic excellence.
Keynote Speaker:
Professor Toyin Falola
University of Texas at Austin, USA
Royal Father of the Day:
His Imperial Majesty, Alaafin of Oyo, Iku Baba Yeye,
Alase Ekeji Orisa, Oba Akeem Abimbola Owoade, Elewu-Etu 1
Chief Host:
Prof. Olanrewaju Olaniyan
(Vice Chancellor)
Host:
Prof. Akinkunmi Alao (Director)
Discussants: Prof. Ademola Bewaji Dasilva,
Prof. Sola Olorunyomi, & Prof. Arinpe Gbekelolu Adejumo.
DATE: Tuesday, 14 July 2026
TIME: 10AM WAT
Venue: 1,500-Seater Auditorium, EAUED, Oyo
