Professor of Psychology, Peter Olapegba, was on Wednesday, July 22, announced as the 14th Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ibadan
The 56-year-old professor is the university’s current Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration). He will take over from Professor Kayode Adebowale whose tenure will end on November 1.
Professor Peter Olapegba is from Igbole Quarters in Igboora, headquarters of the Ibarapa Central Local Government Area of Oyo State and was born on January 26, 1970 in Ibadan.
He began his education at Anglican Church Primary School, Ilutitun, in present-day Ondo State, before completing his primary education at St. Paul’s African Primary School, Lanlate.
He attended Lanlate High School and later gained admission to the University of Ibadan, where he bagged his B.Sc., M.Sc., and Ph.D. in Psychology.
He joined the services of the University of Ibadan as an Assistant Lecturer in 2000 and rose to the rank of Professor in 2014.
Over the years, he has distinguished himself in teaching, research, and university administration, serving in several leadership roles, including Dean of the Faculty of the Social Sciences, Director of Alumni Relations, and Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration).
Prof. Olapegba has received several research grants and fellowships, published many books and over 110 scholarly articles, supervised numerous undergraduate and postgraduate students, and served on the editorial boards of reputable academic journals.
He is also a Fellow of the Nigerian Psychological Association and has contributed to the growth of higher education through service on several university governing councils and professional bodies.
