Oluwafunmilayo M. Ojo, a pharmacist and dermo-cosmetic scientist at the University of Ibadan (UI), has publicly shared a letter of commendation from the university, along with an invitation to an award ceremony. The letter, dated June 17, 2026, was signed by Professor A. O. Fad Oju, chairman of UIRESDEV, and issued through the Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research, Innovation and Strategic Partnerships).
Abstract Selected for University-Industry Conference
The letter informs Ojo, who is from the Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Technology, that her abstract has been selected through screening procedures for consideration at the proposed University-Industry Conference (Gown-Town Connect), scheduled to take place between July and September 2026. The conference aims to bring together industry professionals, government representatives, and key stakeholders to evaluate selected abstracts for potential funding and commercialization of research outputs.
According to the letter, the university also invited Ojo to an Award Day ceremony on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at the Senate Chambers, University of Ibadan, at 10:00 a.m. The letter states: "On behalf of the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Research, Innovation and Strategic Partnerships, University of Ibadan, I write this letter of Commendation to you as we inform you that your Abstract has been selected through some screening procedures for consideration at the proposed University-Industry Conference (Gown-Town connect) which will hopefully come up between July and September, 2026. It is also our pleasure to inform you that we are inviting some industry professionals, government representatives and key stakeholders who will still have in-depth look at our selected abstracts for possible consideration for funding and subsequent commercialisation of the research output emanating from your efforts."
Pharmacist's Reaction on Social Media
Ojo expressed her delight on X (formerly Twitter) on June 24, 2026, stating: "The University of Ibadan sent me a letter of commendation and invited me to an award ceremony. Nothing hits quite like academic validation for me. ... Go Olufunmi." Her tweet garnered reactions from users, including @KufreKing who said "Great job!" and @mayy_rhee who congratulated her. @JohannesAlexio added, "Nice one ma'am, greater heights!"
Background on the Pharmacist
Oluwafunmilayo M. Ojo is a pharmacist and dermo-cosmetic scientist affiliated with the Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Technology at the University of Ibadan. The commendation letter highlights her academic contributions and the potential impact of her research on industry collaboration.
The University of Ibadan, a leading institution in Nigeria, continues to recognize outstanding academic work through its Research, Innovation and Strategic Partnerships office. This initiative aims to bridge the gap between academia and industry, fostering innovation and commercialization of research.
