The Department of Medicine, University College Hospital, Ibadan, hosted a valedictory dinner in honour of Prof. Olulola Oladapo, immediate past Head of the Cardiology Unit, celebrating a career defined by excellence, mentorship and service.
The Department of Medicine, University College Hospital, Ibadan, hosted a valedictory dinner in honour of Prof. Olulola Oladapo on Monday, July 27, 2026, at the Golden Tulip Hotel, Jericho, Ibadan.
Prof. Oladapo is the immediate past Head of the Cardiology Unit, Department of Medicine, University College Hospital, Ibadan. Over the years, she contributed immensely to patient care, the training of residents, and the expansion of cardiology services at UCH. She is widely regarded for her commitment to evidence-based practice and for championing women's leadership in medicine.
The event brought together consultants from different units in Medicine to celebrate a career defined by excellence, mentorship, and service.
A Legacy Built on Mentorship
In his welcome address, the Head of Department of Medicine, Prof. Adewole Adebiyi, expressed gratitude to everyone for turning out to celebrate Prof. Oladapo. He described her as a diligent, visionary, and dedicated leader whose impact transcends clinical practice.
Speaking at the event, Prof. Abiodun Adeoye eulogised Prof. Oladapo's contributions, describing her resilience, compassion and leadership as a reference point for the department. He credited her with building people, systems and the specialty itself over the course of her career.
Prof. Taiwo Lawal, Dean of the Faculty of Clinical Sciences, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, commended Prof. Oladapo's resilience and decades of selfless service to the department, noting that she set a standard of excellence in patient care, teaching and research that will continue to inspire the younger generation.
A Lasting Legacy in Nigerian Medicine
The Chief Medical Director of UCH, Prof. Jesse Abiodun Otegbayo, in his response, described Prof. Oladapo as "a very supportive leader with a very good heart."
He added that her knowledge, mentorship and contributions to the advancement of the Department of Medicine and to patient care would remain a lasting legacy, not only within UCH, but across Nigerian medicine more broadly.
