Explainer: Meet Nigeria’s First Female Professor of History

Professor Bolanle Awe: A Trailblazer in Nigerian History and Feminism

Professor Bolanle Awe is a renowned historian, feminist, and educator, best known as Nigeria’s first female professor of history. Her contributions to academia and women’s empowerment have left an indelible mark on Nigerian scholarship and gender advocacy. Born in Ilesa, Osun State, on January 28, 1933, she grew up in Ibadan and went on to achieve remarkable milestones in her career. She played a pivotal role in advancing the study of women’s history in Nigeria and was instrumental in establishing key institutions that continue to impact society today.