Dr. Oluwatosin Olamide Okojie
Lecturer I | Level Adviser
Faculty of Agriculture · Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management
Specialization Ecotourism Management, Tourist Behaviour and Experience, Environmental Sustainability and Development
Office: Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management , FUOYE
Phone: 08064387504
Email: oluwatosin.okojie@fuoye.edu.ng
Biography
I am a Lecturer in the Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management at the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), Nigeria. I am a dedicated academic and researcher with a strong commitment to advancing knowledge in sustainable tourism and hospitality management through innovative research, teaching, and community engagement.
I obtained my Bachelor's degree from the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB). Driven by a passion for research and academic excellence, I proceeded to the University of Ibadan, where I earned both my Master's and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degrees in Ecotourism related studies.
My research focuses on ecotourism, tourist behavior and experience, environmental sustainability, and sustainable development. I am interested in examining the complex interactions between tourists, tourist communities and tourism destinations, with particular emphasis on promoting responsible tourism practices that balance economic development with environmental conservation. I am especially interested in understanding the factors influencing visitor satisfaction, destination competitiveness, and the long-term sustainability of tourism destinations.
I am actively engaged in scholarly research and academic collaborations that address contemporary issues in tourism development, environmental sustainability, and responsible destination management. I regularly participate in academic conferences and research activities, contributing to knowledge exchange and the advancement of sustainable tourism practices.
Beyond my scholarly pursuits, I am passionate about mentoring students and fostering critical thinking among future professionals in the hospitality and tourism industry. I am also committed to producing impactful research that informs policy, supports sustainable destination management, and contributes to the socio-economic development of communities through tourism.
Research Interests
My research interest focuses on ecotourism related research, tourist behavior and experience, environmental sustainability, and sustainable tourism development. I am particularly interested in understanding how tourism can promote socio-economic development while conserving natural and cultural resources; interactions among tourists, host communities, and destinations, with emphasis on factors influencing tourist behavior, visitor satisfaction, destination choice, loyalty, and revisit intention; availability and effectiveness of tourism facilities and services in enhancing visitor experiences and supporting sustainable destination management; exploring responsible tourism practices, stakeholder collaboration, environmental conservation, and policy interventions that will promote sustainable tourism development. Ultimately, my goal is to produce evidence-based research that informs tourism planning, destination management, and policy while contributing to the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Agriculture, Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta (2010)
- Master of Science, University of Ibadan (2015)
- Doctor of Philosophy, University of Ibadan (2024)
Selected Publications
- Perception of ecotourism among tertiary institution students in Abeokuta Metropolis, Ogun State, Nigeria.
Authors: • Alarape, A. A., & Oladele, O. O.
The Nigerian Journal of Rural Extension and Development, 12(1), 66-73 (2018)
Membership of Professional Bodies
- Wildlife Society of Nigeria - Member (2018)
- Initiative for Biodiversity Conservation in Sub-Saharan Africa - Member (2018)
- Organization for Women in Science for the Developing World - Member (2020)
Paper Presentation - Local
- Nutritional quality assessment of organic grown Corchorus olitorious. - Proceeding of the OAPTIN 17th Annual Conference, held at Federal University Oye Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria. (2024)
- Organoleptic assessment of bread produced from wheat and unripe plantain (composite flour) for guests’ acceptability - Conference Proceedings of the Horticultural Society of Nigeria (HORTSON) 43rd Annual Conference, Federal University Oye Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria (2025)
- Organoleptic properties and acceptability of meals produced from blends of flour - Horticultural Society of Nigeria (HORTSON), 43rd Annual Conference, Federal University Oye Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria (2025)
- Proximate composition and organoleptic test of cake produced from blended of wheat flour and bitter yam flour - 1st International Conference Faculty of Agriculture, Federal University Oye Ekiti, Nigeria (2026)
- The prevalence and implications of excessive salt intake in hospitality industry: evidence from Owo, Ondo State, Nigeria - 1st International Conference Faculty of Agriculture, Federal University Oye Ekiti, Nigeria (2026)
Undergraduate Project Supervision
- Kolawole Oluwatimileyin Mary - Acceptability, nutritional quality and organoleptic properties of cake produced from blends of wheat flour and bitter yam flour. (2024)
- Aileriomo Adedayo Johnson - Nutritional quality and organoleptic properties of conventional and organically grown spinach (Spinacia Oleracea). (2024)
- Balogun Aminat Titilayo - Preference of cookies produced from blends of flour sweetened with date for consumer acceptability. (2024)
- Fowobaje Ayodeji Abiodun - Nutritional quality and organoleptic properties of conventional and organically grown jute mallow (Corchorus Olitorius). (2024)
- Ogunbakin Esther Oluwatosin - Organoleptic properties of pap made from plantain (Musa Paradisiaca) and corn (Zea Mays) for consumer acceptability. (2024)
- Ojo Deborah Bosede - Awareness and perception of Ecotourism among the students of Ekiti State University. (2024)
- Olayiwola Olajumoke Ololade - Organoleptic properties of a meal produced from blends of flour for consumer acceptability (sweet potatoes and unripe plaintain) (2024)
- Tijani Olawunmi Rasheedat - Awareness and perception of Ecotourism among the students of Federal Polytechnic Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria. (2024)
- Yusuf Shifau Adebukola - Awareness and perception of Ecological friendly hotels among students of Federal University Oye-Ekiti (2024)
- Bernard Bridget Tochukwu - Exploring the effectiveness of tours as a learning tools for hospitality and tourism management students in selected Tertiary Institutions. (2025)
- Olorunkiya Morayo - Personality dimension and Job performance in Hospitality Industry. (2025)
- Ehinmabaje Blessing Motunrayo - Perception of Ikole - Ekiti residence towards hospitality industry workers. (2025)
Course Teaching
- HTM110 - Introduction to Food Processing and Preservation (2025/2026 Second)
- HTM316 - Wildlife, Zoo and Museum Management (2025/2026 Second)
- HTM318 - Rural Recreation and Tourism (2025/2026 Second)