Fountain University Appoints First Professor of Mass Communication
Fountain University in Osogbo named Raheemat Adeniran its inaugural Professor of Mass Communication.
In Brief
- •Fountain University in Osogbo named Raheemat Adeniran its inaugural Professor of Mass Communication.
- •The appointment was approved by the governing council on 21 September 2026.
- •Adeniran, a former LASU lecturer, also becomes the first female professor in the College of Management and Social Sciences.
- •The university also reappointed Vice‑Chancellor Olayinka Karim and appointed Mutiyat Ogunrinde as its first Professor of Software Engineering.
Why It Matters
Fountain University’s elevation of Raheemat Adeniran to Professor of Mass Communication marks a significant milestone in the institution’s academic evolution, underscoring its commitment to advancing communication studies in Nigeria. The appointment also highlights progress toward gender parity in higher education, as Adeniran becomes the first female professor in the College of Management and Social Sciences. Her expertise in journalism practice, misinformation, and media credibility is poised to strengthen the university’s research profile and influence media discourse across the African continent.
Key Details
- Appointment Date
- 21 September 2026
- New Professor
- Raheemat Adeniran
- First Female Professor in CMS
- Yes
- Previous Institution
- Lagos State University (LASU)
- Years at LASU
- 16
- Current Role at Fountain
- Dean of College of Management and Social Sciences
Context & Background
Fountain University, a private institution in Osogbo, Nigeria, has been expanding its academic offerings and faculty ranks. The appointment of a Professor of Mass Communication reflects its strategic emphasis on media studies and research.
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