Olugbemisola Odusote
Olugbemisola Titilayo Odusote | |
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| Born | 1969 (age 56–57) |
| Alma mater | Obafemi Awolowo University University of Surrey |
| Occupations | Legal educator, academic administrator |
| Known for | First female Director‑General of the Nigerian Law School |
| Office | Director‑General of the Nigerian Law School |
Olugbemisola Titilayo Odusote (born 1969) is a Nigerian legal practitioner and academic administrator. She is the Director‑General of the Nigerian Law School, having assumed office on 10 January 2026. She is the first woman to lead the institution since its establishment in 1962.[1][2][3]
Early life and education
[edit]Odusote earned her Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree from Obafemi Awolowo University and was called to the Nigerian Bar in 1988. She also holds a Master of Laws (LL.M) degree from the same university, specialising in company and commercial law. She later obtained a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Law from the University of Surrey in the United Kingdom, where her research focused on public law and the administration of justice.[4]
Career
[edit]Academic and administrative roles
[edit]Odusote began her professional career at the Nigerian Law School when she joined as a lecturer in 2001. Over the years, she served in several leadership roles including Head of the Academic Department, Director of Academics, and Head of Campus. Prior to her current appointment, she was the Deputy Director‑General and Head of the Lagos Campus. She has published in reputable local and international law journals and has presented papers at numerous legal education conferences. She also served on committees of the Council of Legal Education and the Nigerian Bar Association.[4][5][6][7]
Director‑General of the Nigerian Law School
[edit]In January 2026, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu approved Odusote’s appointment as Director‑General of the Nigerian Law School, effective 10 January 2026, for a four‑year term. She succeeded Professor Isa Hayatu Chiroma, whose tenure ended on 9 January 2026. As Director‑General, Odusote is responsible for the academic leadership, administrative management, and strategic direction of the Law School across all of its campuses. She also serves as the principal liaison between the Law School and key legal bodies including the Council of Legal Education, the Body of Benchers, and the Nigerian Bar Association.[8][9][10]
References
[edit]- ^ "Tinubu appoints first female DG of Nigerian Law School". TheCable. 6 January 2026. Retrieved 8 January 2026.
- ^ Daka, Terhemba (2026-01-07). "Tinubu appoints Odusote as first female Director-General of Nigerian Law School". The Guardian. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2026-01-08.
- ^ Nigeria, News Agency of (2026-01-06). "Tinubu appoints Odusote as first female DG of Nigerian Law School". Peoples Gazette. Abuja, Nigeria. Retrieved 2026-01-08.
- ^ a b "Tinubu appoints first female DG of Nigerian Law School". Africa Press. 6 January 2026. Retrieved 8 January 2026.
- ^ Reporter, Samuel Oamen | Senior (2026-01-07). "Meet Olugbemisola Odusote, first female DG of Nigerian Law School". The Nation Newspaper. Retrieved 2026-01-08.
- ^ Arogbonlo, Israel (2026-01-06). "Olugbemisola Odusote: Quick facts to know about first female DG of Nigerian Law School". Nigerian Tribune. Retrieved 2026-01-08.
- ^ Release, Press (2026-01-06). "Tinubu appoints first female DG of Nigerian Law School". Premium Times. ISSN 2360-7688. Retrieved 2026-01-08.
- ^ "President Tinubu appoints first female Director-General of Nigerian Law School". State House Nigeria. 6 January 2026. Retrieved 8 January 2026.
- ^ "Nigerian Law School gets first female Director-General". Business Post. Lagos, Nigeria. 6 January 2026. Retrieved 8 January 2026.
- ^ "Olugbemisola Odusote: Nigerian Law School first female DG profile". BBC News Pidgin. 2026-01-07. Retrieved 2026-01-08.