The Library, as the academic hub of the University has over the years built a fine and comprehensive collection of research and teaching materials in both print and electronic resources. It resources are available for students (full-time and part-time), Faculty members, alumni and external users. With the assistance of a qualified staff, users can navigate the various resources in the Library.
Vision:
To be the primary and foremost source of reliable information for the university community, in its quest to realize its noble vision with respect to teaching, research and community services
Mission:
To provide information services to meet the information needs of members of the university community: and
To make information seeking activity most rewarding and enjoyable for various categories of users in the community.
The Deputy Vice Chancellor (Development Services)
Born in Lagos and raised between Lagos and Dublin, Ireland; Professor Lesi’s academicfoundation was laid at the College of Medicine, University of Lagos (CMUL), where he earned his MBBS degree in 1984. He further honed his expertise at Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH), attaining the Fellowship of the West African College of Physicians in Paediatrics (FWACP (Paed.)) in 1994. His quest for academic excellence led him to University College London, where he obtained a Master’s degree in Mother and Child Health with distinction in 1997. In recognition of his contributions to medicine, he was awarded the Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians of London (FRCP) in 2011 and later served as an International Adviser to the Royal College.
A seasoned academic with over 29 years of experience, Professor Lesi has mentored generations of undergraduate and postgraduate students across various health disciplines. His research, with more than 60 publications in reputable journals, has significantly impacted Paediatric Neurology and Child Development. His passion for education extends beyond research, as he has played a pivotal role in curriculum development, ensuring that medical training at UNILAG aligns with global best practices.
Professor Lesi’s track record in leadership and administration is as remarkable as his contributions to academia. His past roles include:
* Secretary of the Paediatric Association of Nigeria
* Secretary-General of the West African College of Physicians
* Chairman of the Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (LUTH Branch)
* Deputy Chairman of the Medical Advisory Committee at LUTH
* Acting Head, Department of Paediatrics
* Dean, Faculty of Clinical Sciences
* 14th Provost, College of Medicine, UNILAG
* Chairperson of the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN).
His tenure as Provost was marked by strategic reforms, infrastructural development, and improved governance structures. As a firm believer in teamwork and innovation, he has consistently championed policies that drive institutional growth while upholding the highest standards of integrity.
Professor Ayodele Atsenuwa is a Professor of Public Law at the Faculty of Law, University of Lagos. Her teaching and research interests are wide and traverse Criminal Law and Criminal Justice, Human Rights Law, Gender and the Law, Law and Religion as well as Health and Migration Law.
Within the legal academia, she is widely respected for her initiatives aimed at bridging the gap between legal academics and legal practice and is acknowledged for her efforts at evolving more development-oriented law degree programmes in terms of content and teaching methodologies.
Outside the university system, Professor Atsenuwa has done much to contribute to closing the gap between legal theory and practice and to the advancement of sustainable development in Africa through her leadership engagements. A member of the Institute of Directors (IOD), she has served on the boards of several institutions and organizations, including the Legal Research and Resource Development Centre, CLEEN Foundation, Orderly Society Trust, Partnership for Justice, Girls’ Power Initiative, Open Society Initiative for West Africa, National Agency for the Control of AIDS, Council of Legal Education of Nigeria, Lagos State Office of the Public Defender, Lagos State Advisory Council on Prerogative of Mercy, National Advisory Committee on APRM-NEPAD and the NBA Task Force on the North-East.
She has consulted for various international development organisations including the United Nations, European Union , UK-DFID/British Council, United States Agency for International Development, Ford Foundation and the MacArthur Foundation, among others.
Professor Ayodele Atsenuwa is former Dean of the Faculty of Law and came into her office of DVC (DS) with substantial administrative and community service experience.
Professor Ayodele Victoria Atsenuwa
The Deputy Vice-Chancelor Development Services
The University Library’s vision is to be the primary and foremost source/vessel of reliable information for the University Community in its quest to realise its noble vision concerning teaching, research and community services.
The Library set out to provide information services to meet the intellectual needs of members of the University community; and make information seeking activity most rewarding and enjoyable for various categories of users in the community. The Library’s aim is to promote greater utilization of library services for research.
Brief history
Established in 1962, the UNILAG Library has grown alongside the university itself. Initially housed in a temporary location, the library moved to its permanent site at Akoka, Yaba, in 1965. Over the years, the library has seen continual expansion in both its physical footprint and its collection.
A pivotal moment came in 1973 when the Lagos State Publication Law designated the UNILAG Library as a legal deposit library for all publications originating within Lagos State. This designation significantly bolstered the library’s collection of local and regional materials.
The library has also embraced technological advancements, transitioning from a primarily print-based collection to a robust collection of electronic resources. The online library catalog and digital tools provide convenient access to information resources for students, faculty, and researchers, both on and off campus.
In 2013, plans were unveiled for a new, ultra-modern library building. This 15-story facility will house a 500-seater auditorium, specialist libraries for all faculties, and cutting-edge technological infrastructure. The completion of this new building will solidify the UNILAG Library’s position as a leading center for academic excellence in Nigeria and beyond.
The university has been fortunate to be led by a distinguished line of intellect who have championed its growth and development. Click view more to see the full history
Established over six decades ago, the University of Lagos has been a beacon of qualitative and research-oriented education for thousands of knowledge seekers who come to its domain from Nigeria and Abroad.
UNILAG’s vibrant community sprouts from a fountain of distinction, which produces top-tier graduates and academia whose impactful contributions continue to shape Nigeria’s growth and development.
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UNILAG has built a proud heritage of attracting intelligent, competitive students and empowered each one of them reach their full potential.
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