Ilorin 1st female professor appointed Kwara University of Education VC
The Kwara State governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has appointed Prof. Medinat Salman as the pioneer vice chancellor of the newly established Kwara State University of Education (KWSUED), Ilorin.
The appointment, the government said, is with immediate effect.
Salman is the first female professor from the Ilorin Emirate appointed in 2018.
She will serve in an acting capacity pending the appointment of a substantive vice chancellor for the new institution.
A professor of Mathematics Education, Salman was until her appointment, a lecturer at the department of Science Education and coordinator of the Educational Technology Centre at the University of Ilorin.
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Background of Prof. Medinat Salman
Prof. Salman is a distinguished academic with a specialization in Mathematics Education. Prior to her appointment, she served as a lecturer at the Department of Science Education and was also the coordinator of the Educational Technology Centre at the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN). Her educational background includes:
- A Bachelor of Education degree obtained from Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, in 1985.
- A Master’s degree in Mathematics Education from the University of Ilorin, completed in 1990.
- A doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in Mathematics Education, also from the University of Ilorin, which she earned in 1998.
Research interests and contributions
Prof. Salman’s research interests are diverse and impactful, focusing on critical areas such as:
- Mathematics Education
- Gender issues within mathematics and science education
- Innovations in mathematics education specifically tailored for developing countries
These research interests not only contribute to her field but also aim to address broader societal issues related to gender equity and educational advancement.
Official announcement and immediate effect
The announcement regarding her appointment was made by Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq through his Chief Press Secretary, Rafiu Ajakaye. The statement emphasized that her role would take effect immediately following her appointment. This swift action reflects the government’s commitment to establishing strong leadership within the new institution.
In summary, Prof. Medinat Folorunsho Salman’s appointment as Acting Vice-Chancellor represents both a personal achievement for her and a progressive step for gender representation in higher education within Kwara State.
