Inaugural Lecture Series

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    Surveying & Mapping : Mathematically Distilling Physical Realities to Feed Human Imagination
    (University of Lagos Press and Bookshop Ltd., 2025-06-23) Olaleye, J.B
    Surveying and Mapping have Served as the Bedrock of Civilization's Understanding and Organization of Space. This Inaugural Lecture Explore the Profound Role of Mathematics in Distilling the Vast, Complex Physical Realities of our World into Meaningful, Measurable, and Navigable forms that fuel Human Progress and Imagination.
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    The Providence and the Province: Existentialist Humanism at the Intersection of Science and Jurisprudence
    (University of Lagos Press and Bookshop Ltd., 2024-11-20) Ndubuisi, F.N
    This inaugural lecture by Professor Friday Nwankwo Ndubuisi presents a rigorous philosophical investigation into the intersection of existentialist humanism, science, and jurisprudence. Drawing from his multidisciplinary academic background, the lecture articulates a vision of law as not merely a technical instrument but a deeply moral enterprise grounded in justice, ethics, and human dignity. Ndubuisi critiques legal positivism’s separation of law and morality, advocating instead for a jurisprudence enriched by existentialist thought, particularly Sartre's emphasis on human freedom and moral responsibility. He proposes “subjective universalism” as a philosophical lens for integrating individual agency with collective moral order. The lecture further explores the influence of thinkers such as Karl Popper, HLA Hart, and Kelsen, while contrasting natural law theory with legal positivism in their approach to justice and legitimacy. In advancing a legal philosophy rooted in ethical humanism, the work challenges existing legal frameworks to uphold fairness, equity, and the intrinsic worth of human life. This reflection is especially relevant for legal reforms, policy-making, and academic jurisprudence in Africa and globally.
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    THE VICEGERENT: THE EVOLUTION OF A CONTEMPORARY ALAGBEDE
    (University of Lagos Press and Bookshop Ltd., 2025-05-29) Amuda, O.H.M.
    Madam Vice Chancellor, it is a Great Privilege for me to stand before this Gathering on this day, October 2nd, 2024, to Deliver an Inaugural Lecture. The Rite of an Inaugural Lecture is a Cherished Tradition in Academia, Representing a Significance Occasion in the Career of a Faculty Member who has just been Elevated to a full Chair or has Risen to that Position in a University or Institution of Comparable Standing. It Signifies the Start of a New Era in the Academic Journey of the Lecturer, but not the end of it. This Event allows Individuals to share their Achievements and Showcase the Impact of their Research, Teaching, Innovation, and Societal Engagement. In Essence, any Inaugural Lecture' Involves three Stakeholders with Varying yet Reinforcing Relevance for Consolidating the Frontiers of Academic Exploration for Societal Development. Thus, the Lecture must Navigate and Speak to these Interests in order to Contribute to the Tradition of Quality and Impact.
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    The Richest Ever And The Cardinal
    (University of Lagos Press and Bookshop Ltd., 2025-06-20) Adeleke, A
    The Richest Ever and the Cardinal is a Pholosophical and Professional Exploration of the true Essence of Wealth and Value, Particularly as it applies to Knowledge, Character, Leadeship, and Education. it Interrogates the notion of Richest - not in material term but as the Embodiment of intellectual Lagacy, Transformative Impact, and Moral Integrity. The Lecture Contrasts Material Wealth with the cardinal Virtues. Wisdom, courage, Discipline, and Justice,Drawing Connections to the Responsibilities of Educators, Leaders an Institutions in Shaping Society.
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    Dynamics of Mentor_ Mentee Synergy: the Perspective in Science Teacher Education. Oke, C. O. 2024. An Inaugural Lecture of the University of Lagos Delivered at the University of Lagos on Wednesday 17th July, 2024 at the J. F. Ade-Ajayi. 112p.
    (University of Lagos Press and Bookshop Ltd, 2025-06-20) Oke, C. O
    Mentorship Play a Vital Role in Shaping the Competence, Confidence and Character of future Science Educators. This Lecture Explores the Evolving Dynamics of Mentor- Metee Synergy within the Context of Science Teacher Education, with a Focus on how Intentional, Structured, and Reflecting Mentoring Relationships can Enhance teacher Quality and Educational Outcomes.