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.
Theme: Preserving the Past, Educating the Future: The Renaissance of Yoruba Intellectualism
ðŸ—“ï¸ Date: Tuesday, 14 July 2026
â° Time: 10:00 am
📠Venue: 1,500-Seater Auditorium, EAUED, Oyo.
We are deeply honored to welcome our distinguished guests and speakers:
Keynote Speaker: Prof. Toyin Falola (University of Texas at Austin).
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.
Join us as we bridge history and the future through the lens of profound scholarship.