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  • REMARKS DELIVERED BY PROF. E. SMARANDA OLARINDE, FCARB, FCAI, VICE-CHANCELLOR, AFE BABALOLA UNIVERSITY, ADO-EKITI (ABUAD) AT THE 2025 PROF. SMARANDA OLARINDE ANNUAL LECTURE OF THE LAW STUDENTS SOCIETY, ABUAD. THEME: “THE FUTURE OF ARBITRATION AND ADR: POSITIONING YOURSELF FOR RELEVANCE”

    • May 15, 2025
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    Distinguished guests, esteemed learned silk, members of the Law Students Society, faculty members, students, and all gathered here today, it is with profound honor and a deep sense of responsibility that I stand before you in commemoration of the 3rd Prof. Smaranda Olarinde Annual Lecture. I am deeply humbled to have this prestigious lecture series

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  • Prof. Olarinde Advocates Patriotism and Excellence at ABUAD Pre-Mobilization Exercise for Prospective Corps Members

    • May 8, 2025
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    In a compelling address delivered at the pre-mobilization exercise for prospective corps members, the Vice-Chancellor of Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), Prof. E. Smaranda Olarinde, FCArb, FCAI, underscored the values of patriotism, selflessness, and excellence as the university’s final-year students prepare to join the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) scheme. Addressing the prospective corps members

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  • ABUAD Becomes First University to Host ILA Nigeria Annual Conference

    • April 8, 2025
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    Afe Babalola University, Ado‑Ekiti (ABUAD) made history on Tuesday, the 8th of April, 2025, as the first university ever to host the International Law Association (ILA), Nigerian Branch, for its 8th Annual Conference. The Vice- Chancellor, Prof. E. Smaranda Olarinde, FCArb, FCAI, made the disclosure while addressing journalists at a Press Briefing held at ABUAD’s

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  • Aare Afe Babalola Decries Over 50 Illegal Universities Operating in Nigeria

    • April 7, 2025
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    Ado-Ekiti, April 7, 2025 – Legal luminary and Founder of Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), Aare Afe Emmanuel Babalola, CON, OFR, SAN, has raised alarm over the increasing proliferation of illegal universities in Nigeria, calling for urgent regulatory reforms. Speaking at the High Impact Research and Journal Advancement Workshop held at the Alfa Belgore Hall,

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  • ABUAD College of Sciences Hosts 2025 Research Day: Championing Innovation for a Sustainable Future

    • March 26, 2025
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    Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), reaffirmed its commitment to transformative research and innovation, as the College of Sciences hosted its 2025 Research Day (COSRED) on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. This landmark event at the College’s Auditorium serves as a platform for cutting-edge research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and groundbreaking scientific discourse. Fostering a Culture of Scientific Excellence

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  • ABUAD, DUT Strengthen Academic Ties through Public Lecture to Shape Africa’s Future

    • March 18, 2025
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    Imagine a room buzzing with intellectual energy, a transcontinental handshake, and a bold vision to elevate Africa to global prominence. This was the atmosphere as Afe Babalola University, Ado Ekiti (ABUAD), opened its doors on March 17, 2025, for a public lecture themed: “The Future Africa Should Claim in Global Affairs.” More than just a

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  • International Women’s Day: ABUAD Joins First Lady, Ekiti State, in Celebration

    • March 12, 2025
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    The vibrant hues of Adire filled the Pavilion in Ado-Ekiti on March 11th, 2025, as Ekiti State celebrated International Women’s Day (IWD). The event was more than just a celebration, it was a powerful testament to the transformative impact of the Adire Hub programme. The Wife of Ekiti State Governor, Associate Professor Olayemi Oyebanji, proudly

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  • New Semester Message to Students

    • March 10, 2025
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    Dear Students of ABUAD, On behalf of our esteemed Founder and Chancellor, Aare Afe Emmanuel Babalola, OFR, CON, SAN, LL. D (London), LL.D (UNILAG), LL.D (UI), D.Lit (NDA), FNIALS, FCI.Arb, FNSE, FKC (London), his supportive wife Yeye Aare Modupe Babalola, FSM, FNIMN, FFPA, the Board of Trustees, the Governing Council, the Senate, and the entire

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  • Photo: Vice- Chancellor Meets To Foster Learning of Chinese in ABUAD

    • February 26, 2025
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    Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), is taking bold steps toward fostering multilingual education with a strong focus on the Chinese Language- Mandarin also known as Putonghua. The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. E. Smaranda Olarinde, FCArb, FCAI, earlier today (Wednesday, February 26, 2025), participated in a hybrid stakeholder meeting to expand opportunities for learning Chinese at ABUAD. The

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  • ABUAD Strengthens Partnership with IITA, Explores New Frontiers including Agricultural Innovation

    • February 23, 2025
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    In a significant move to bolster agricultural research, innovation, and youth empowerment, a high-level delegation from Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), led by Vice-Chancellor Professor E. Smaranda Olarinde, paid a strategic visit to the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) in Ibadan on Friday, February 21, 2025. The visit underscored ABUAD’s commitment to strengthening collaborations,

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