Abimbola Adesoji | Arts and Humanities | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Abimbola Adesoji | Arts and Humanities | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Abimbola Adesoji, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria, Nigeria

Prof. Abimbola Adesoji is a renowned historian with over 28 years of experience as a teacher, researcher, and mentor. Currently a Professor at Obafemi Awolowo University, where he attained professorship in 2015, his research focuses on Traditional and Contemporary Yoruba History and the Socio-Political History of Nigeria. He holds a Ph.D. in History, with notable works exploring ethnic politics, migrations, and cultural history. A prolific author, Prof. Adesoji has published extensively, including books and chapters in globally recognized volumes. He is a member of esteemed organizations such as the Nigerian Academy of Letters and the Historical Society of Nigeria. โœ๏ธ๐ŸŒŸ

 

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Education ๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ“š

Prof. Abimbola Adesoji holds a Ph.D. in History from Obafemi Awolowo University, specializing in “The Press and Ethnic Politics in Nigeria, 1960-2003” (2007). He also earned an M.Phil. in History from the same institution, focusing on “Migrations, Settlements, and Inter-Community Relations in Irepodun Communities, 1840-1965” (2003). Additionally, he obtained an M.B.A. (1999) and PGDFM (1995) from Obafemi Awolowo University. Prof. Adesoji began his academic journey with a Bachelor of Arts in History from Adeyemi College of Education in 1991, laying the foundation for his distinguished career in history and socio-political research. ๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ“–

 

Professional Experience ๐ŸŽ“๐ŸŒ

Prof. Abimbola Adesoji has an extensive academic career spanning over two decades. From 2001 to the present, he has served as a lecturer at Obafemi Awolowo University, where he advanced from Graduate Assistant to Professor by 2015. During his sabbatical, he worked as a Professor at Bowen University in 2022-2023. He has also held visiting lecturer positions at Osun State University (2014-2015) and part-time lecturing roles at Lagos State University (2000-2003). Earlier in his career, he contributed to Adeyemi College of Education, Ondo, from 1994 to 2001. His teaching experience reflects a deep commitment to the field of History and International Studies. ๐Ÿ“š๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿซ

 

Teaching Experience ๐Ÿ“š๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿซ

Prof. Abimbola Adesoji has an extensive teaching career spanning multiple institutions. From January 2022 to June 2023, he taught at Bowen University, Iwo, covering topics like the History of Nigeria (1800-present) and African Historiography, while also assessing Postgraduate students in Methods of Historical Research. Since 2001, he has taught at Obafemi Awolowo University, offering courses on the History of Nigeria and assessing various historical research essays. His earlier teaching roles include positions at Lagos State University (2000-2003) and Adeyemi College of Education (1994-2001), where he instructed students in Nigerian history and evaluated their coursework. ๐Ÿ“–โœ๏ธ

 

Professional Certifications & Awards ๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ†

Prof. Abimbola Adesoji has earned multiple professional certifications, including Textbook Writing and Publishing (2004), Research Methodology (2005), and Writing Proposal and Grant Management (2009), all from esteemed institutions such as Obafemi Awolowo University and the Training Centre in Communication, Nairobi, Kenya. He has also received prestigious awards, such as the Georg Forster Postdoctoral Research Fellowship from the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation, with multiple fellowships between 2009 and 2021. His notable grants include the Citizenship Initiative Grant and the Alexander von Humboldt Returning Fellowship Award, marking his significant contributions to academic research. ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ“š

 

Research Focus

Prof. Abimbola Adesoji’s research focuses on the intersection of political, social, and cultural dynamics in Nigeria, with an emphasis on Islamic revivalism, ethno-religious conflicts, and media studies. His work explores themes such as Boko Haram, Islamic fundamentalism, and the Nigerian state’s response to these challenges. Additionally, his research delves into indigeneship, citizenship, globalization, democratization, and the role of the press in Nigeria’s political landscape. Other areas of interest include ethnic relations, historical scholarship, and security issues. His interdisciplinary approach combines history, political science, and media studies. ๐Ÿ“š๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ”

 

Publication Top Notes ย 

  • The Boko Haram Uprising and Islamic Revivalism in Nigeria – 781 citations, 2010 ๐Ÿ“š
  • Between Maitatsine and Boko Haram: Islamic Fundamentalism and the Response of the Nigerian State – 450 citations, 2011 ๐Ÿ“–
  • Indigeneship and Citizenship in Nigeria: Myth and Reality – 75 citations, 2009 ๐ŸŒ
  • When (Not) to Be a Proprietor: Nigerian Newspaper Ownership in a Changing Polity – 35 citations, 2011 ๐Ÿ“ฐ
  • Globalization of the Media and the Challenges of Democratisation in Nigeria – 27 citations, 2006 ๐ŸŒ
  • Boko Haram and the Global War on Terror – 19 citations, 2019 ๐ŸŒ
  • Pressure Groups and the Democratic Process in Nigeria (1979-1993) – 19 citations, 2002 ๐Ÿ“Š
  • Traditional Rulership and Modern Governance in the 20th Century – 18 citations, 2010 ๐Ÿ‘‘
  • The New Pentecostal Movement in Nigeria and the Politics of Belonging – 17 citations, 2017 โ›ช
  • The Nigerian Press and the Challenge of Private Newspaper Ownership: A Study of the Nigerian Tribune, 1949โ€“2009 – 16 citations, 2012 ๐Ÿ“ฐ

Irini Konta | Arts and Humanities | Best Researcher Award

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Irini Konta | Arts and Humanities | Best Researcher Award

Dr Irini Konta, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece

Dr. Irini Konta is a linguist specializing in bilingualism, second language acquisition, and morphology. She completed her PhD in Linguistics (2013) from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, where she focused on Greek language acquisition by Turkish-speaking children. Currently, she is Laboratory Teaching Staff at the Department of Linguistics, Aristotle University, emphasizing applied linguistics. She has also served at the Greek Language Center and lectured on special education. Dr. Konta’s research, published in journals like Ampersand, explores language teaching, grammar acquisition, and language assessment. She has authored various papers and books on Greek language proficiency and morphology. ๐Ÿ“š๐Ÿง‘โ€๐Ÿซ๐ŸŒ

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Education

Dr. Irini Konta is a linguist with a robust academic background from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. She earned her PhD in Linguistics in 2013, focusing on The Acquisition of Greek by Children with a Turkish Mother Tongue: Evidence from Nominal Agreement and Morphology. This research sheds light on bilingual language acquisition and linguistic structure. She also holds an MA (2000) in Teaching Modern Greek as a Foreign/Second Language, showcasing her dedication to language education. Her academic journey began with a BA in Greek Philology in 1997, specializing in Linguistics. Dr. Kontaโ€™s expertise lies in bilingualism and language pedagogy. ๐Ÿ“˜๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ๐ŸŒ

Experience

Dr. Irini Konta is an accomplished educator and linguist with extensive experience in teaching and promoting the Greek language. ๐Ÿ“˜ She served as a Laboratory Teaching Staff member in the Department of Linguistics at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, specializing in General and Applied Linguistics. ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ From 2013 to 2020, she was a Scientific Staff member at the Greek Language Center in Thessaloniki, focusing on the support and promotion of Greek language initiatives. ๐ŸŒ Dr. Konta also lectured part-time on a postgraduate program in Special Education, addressing language challenges, at Hellenic Open University in collaboration with the University of Thessaly. โœ๏ธ Her teaching journey began in secondary education and included roles teaching Greek as a foreign language at Aristotle University and the Black Seaโ€™s Center for Greek Cultural Development. ๐Ÿ›๏ธ

Research Interests

Dr. Irini Konta specializes in linguistics, focusing on bilingualism and foreign/second language acquisition. She is particularly adept in teaching methodologies for foreign languages, with a strong emphasis on grammar instruction ๐Ÿ“. Dr. Konta’s research also covers the nuances of language assessment and how individuals acquire a second language, exploring both theoretical and practical aspects ๐ŸŒ. Additionally, her expertise includes inflectional and derivational morphology, examining how words are formed and modified within languages ๐Ÿ”. Through her work, Dr. Konta contributes to enhancing language learning and assessment practices, supporting more effective and inclusive educational experiences. ๐Ÿ“š

Research focus

Irini Konta’s research primarily focuses on language acquisition, with a particular interest in Greek as a second language (L2) for children and heritage learners. Her work explores how young learners acquire grammatical structures, such as past tense and gender, and how they develop skills in derivational morphology. By comparing different instructional methods, like Processing Instruction and Production-Based Instruction, Konta aims to improve understanding of effective strategies for language teaching in Greek. Her research is valuable for linguists, educators, and language acquisition specialists who focus on bilingual education and heritage language preservation. ๐Ÿ“š๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ๐Ÿ‘ง๐Ÿ‘ฆ

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The effectiveness of Processing Instruction and Production-Based Instruction on the acquisition of the past tense in Greek by child heritage learners: A preliminary study

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Dr. Irini Konta’s expertise in language acquisition, bilingualism, and applied linguistics positions her as a strong candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. Her research addresses critical aspects of language learning and teaching, especially for bilingual and heritage speakers, making significant contributions to linguistics and language education.ย