Dr. Anthony Abayomi ADEBAYO

Reader / Associate Professor | Head of Department

Faculty Multidisciplinary Studies · Department Gender and Development studies

Specialization Gender, Social Policy, Development, Youths and Criminology

Office: Are-Afao Road

Phone: 08034730965

Email: anthony.adebayo@fuoye.edu.ng

Biography

ADEBAYO Anthony Abayomi is an Associate Professor/Reader at Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria. He attended University of Ibadan for BSc, MSc and PhD degrees in Sociology with specialization in Gender, Social Policy and Development. He began his journey into the academia at the Department of Sociology, Federal University Oye-Ekiti when he assumed duty as an Assistant Lecturer on 2nd October 2012. At the Department, he has served Examinations Officer, Students' Level Adviser, Postgraduate Coordinator and Head of Department in 2022/2023 Academic Session. He is also serving as the incumbent Head of Department of the Department of Gender and Development Studies in the Faculty of Multidisciplinary Studies. He has published widely in many local and international reputable journals. His dexterity at publications has ranked him in the Top 10 of the FUOYE lecturers by the reputable global AD Scientific Index He has attended and presented papers at academic conferences in Nigeria, USA, Australia, South Africa, Austria and France.

Research Interests

Gender Issues, Social Policy and Social Work, Development Issues, Crime, Youth and Family isseus

Qualifications

• B.A Philosophy, University of Ibadan (1999)
• MSc Sociology, University of Ibadan (2011)
• PhD Sociology, University of Ibadan (2017)

Selected Publications

1. Adolescents and Sexuality in a Changing Society: A Need for Equity, Ethics and Education in Tertiary Institutions.
   Authors: Fakayode, E. T., Salman, T., Adebayo, A.A. and Buhari, A.O.
   FUOYE Journal of Sociology (2025)
2. Exploring the Impacts of Single Parenting on Adolescent Social Behaviour: A Case Study of Selected Students from Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, Kwara State.
   Authors: Fakayode, E. T., Awolola F.O. Adebayo, A.A., Balogun O.M. and Yunus, J.O.
   FUOYE Journal of Sociology (2025)
3. Determinants and psychosocial effects of teenage pregnancy among public secondary schools in selected towns in Oye Local Government, Ekiti State, Nigeria.
   Authors: Olaogun, J.A. and Adebayo, A.A.
   Multi-Disciplinary Journal of Research and Development Perspectives, 12(1); 1-10. (2024)
4. Socio-cultural Factors influencing Health Seeking Behaviour for Malaria Treatment among Rural Dwellers in Akure South LGA, Ondo State,
   Authors: Adebayo, A.A. and Ogunro, B.
   FUDMA International Journal of Social Sciences, 4(1) (2024)
5. Aggravation of Youths Unemployment in Nigeria: A Scenario By COVID-19 Pandemic.
   Authors: Adebayo, A.A., Akindola, R.B., Awe, E.N. and Egbo, K.A.
   Taraba Journal of Social Sciences, 1(1); 46-54. (2024)
6. Menace of Examination Malpractices in Tertiary Institutions: A Study of Selected Universities in Ekiti State, Nigeria.
   Authors: Adebayo, A.A. and Osamoka, S.S.
   FUOYE Journal of Criminology and Security Studies, 3(1); 234-255. (2024)
7. Challenges of Reproductive Health Care Services in the Rural Areas of Kwara State, Nigeria.
   Authors: Fakayode, E. T. and Adebayo, A.A.
   Benue Journal of Sociology, 10(3); 42-53 (2024)
8. Discrimination Against Women in Politics: A Study of Selected Local Goverment Areas in Ekiti State
   Authors: Adebayo, A.A. and Oyebode, O.V.
   Benue Journal of Sociology, 10(3); 23-24 (2024)
9. Youths Engagement in Agriculture: Implications for Rural Development in Nigeria.
   Authors: Adebayo A.A, Olaogun J.A., Akindola R.B., Egbo K.A., Abimbola H.O., Fasoranti T.V., Oriola B., Owoseni J.S., Abrifor C.A. and Odedokun E.A.
   African Journal of Development Studies, 14(3); 471-487. (2024)
10. The Socio-Cultural Factors Affecting The Use of Family Planning In South West Nigeria: A Study of Oye-Ekiti, Nigeria.
    Authors: Adebayo, A.A., Awe, E. N., Akindola, R.B., Egbo, K.A., Abrifor, C.A and Kolawole, T.O.
    African Journal of Development Studies, 14(1); 73-89. (2024)
11. Exploring the Almajiri System as Recruitment Base for Boko Haram Terrorist Group in Northern Nigeria
    Authors: Adebayo A.A., Olaogun J.A., Abimbola H.O., Awosusi O.O., Egbo K.A., Odedokun H.O., Oriola B., Akindola R.B., Abrifor C.A., Fasoranti T.V., Owoseni J.S. and Adeleye, A.
    African Journal of Peace and Conflict Studies, (2024)
12. Collaborative Bank E-Fraud and Customers’ Reactions in Ado-Ekiti Metropolis, Ekiti State, Nigeria
    Authors: Abrifor C. A., Egbo A.K., Ojo O.T., Ojiezele M.O., Akan K.A., Atinuke T.B., Popoola S.S. and Adebayo A.A.
    African Journal of Business and Economic Research, 19(3) (2024)
13. Typology of Social Media Platforms used for Teaching and Learning after COVID-19 Pandemic Lockdown in Nigerian Tertiary Institutions.
    Authors: asiu, A.M. and Owoeye, P.T.
    Journal of African Films and Disaporan Studies, 6(1); (2023)
14. Application of Modern Technology in Manufacturing Sector and Attainment of Millennium Development Goals for Sustainble Development in Nigeria.
    Authors: Kolawole, T.O., Adeigbe, Y.K., Zaggi, Y.H., Adebayo, A.A., Abubakar M. B. and Owonibi, E.
    Kaduna Journal of Sociology. (2023)
15. Rural-urban Migration in Osun State: Implications for National Development in Nigeria.
    Authors: Adebayo, A.A., Awe, E.N. and Akindola, R.B.
    Benue Journal of Sociology, 10(2); 18-30. (2023)
16. The Role of Elders in Traditional Conflict Management System among the Yorubas, Southwest Nigeria.
    Authors: Adebayo, A.A. and Dada, M.
    Fuoye Journal of Sociology, 1(1); 432-444. (2023)
17. Assessment of Viable Methodology for the Participation of Police Officers’ Wives in Ethnic Conflict Resolution: A Requirement for Improved Buisness Climate in Nigeria.
    Authors: Awe, E.N. and Adebayo, A.A.
    Fuoye Journal of Sociology, 1(1); 298-312 (2023)
18. Impact of Social Isolation in the Context of COVID-19 on Mental Health of Older Adults in Osogbo Local Government Area of South-Western Nigeria.
    Authors: Eboiyehi, F. A., Awoniyi, P.O. and Adebayo, A.A.
    African Journal of Ageing Studies, 1(1); 67-89. (2023)
19. National Sovereignty and Superpower Domination: Implications for the United Nations’ Role in Collective Security.
    Authors: Akindola, R. B., Adebayo, A.A., Abimbola, O., Egbo, Ken and Ajewole, P.
    Journal for ReAttach Therapy and Developmental Diversities, 5(1); 140-147. (2022)
20. A Qualitative Approach ICT Inventory: An Overview of Federal Teaching Hospital, Ido-Ekiti, Ekiti State.
    Authors: Kolawole, T.O. Adebayo, A.A. and Odedokun, B.
    Journal of Behavioural Studies 2 (1), (2020)
21. Descriptive Analysis of Sexual Practice, Knowledge and Causes of STIs among In-School Adolescents in Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria.
    Authors: Adeoye, B.D. and Adebayo, A.A.
    Zaria Sociological Journal, (2020)
22. Demographic Variables as the Determinant of Home Chores among Married Couples in Selected Towns in Ekiti State.
    Authors: Kolawole T.O. and Adebayo A.A.
    Covenant Journal of Business & Social Sciences (CJBSS), 11(2); 1-24. (2020)
23. Sociological Inquiry into Perception and Health Seeking Behaviour of Tuberculosis in Oyo State, Nigeria.
    Authors: Adeoye, B.D., Adebayo, A.A., Olaogun, J.A. and Oriola, B.
    Gender and Behaviour, 18(3); 16452-16468. (2020)
24. Gender Imperatives of Children Street Hawking and its Effects on Children’s Education in Olorunda Local Government Area, Osun State, Nigeria.
    Authors: Adebayo, A.A. and Olaogun, J.A.
    Gender and Behaviour, 17(2); 13084-13092. (2019)
25. Industrial policy: a driven force for economic growth and sustainable development in Nigeria.
    Authors: Abiola, M.O. Kolawole, T.O. and Adebayo, A.A.
    IFE PsychologIA: An International Journal 27 (1); 202-223. (2019)
26. Implications of Boko Haram Operations on Girl-Child Education in North-Eastern Nigeria.
    Authors: Adebayo, A.A.
    Gender and Behaviour, 16:11085-11098. (2018)
27. Nexus of Land Conflicts and Rural-Urban Migration in SouthWest Nigeria: Implications for National Development.
    Authors: Adebayo, A. A. and Oriola, B.
    Nigerian Journal of Rural Sociology,16(3); 70-78. (2016)
28. Constraints of Small Scale Farmers’ Access to Agricultural Credit in Osun State, Nigeria.
    Authors: Adebayo, A.A.
    African Journal of Sustainable Development, 6(3); 15-24. (2016)
29. Eradicating the Impoverization of Women in the Rural Areas in Nigeria: Imperative for National Development.
    Authors: Adebayo, A. A.
    Nigerian Journal of Sociology and Anthropology, 12 (2); 33-47. (2015)
30. Gender Imbalance in the Academia in Nigeria.
    Authors: Olaogun, J.A., Adebayo, A.A. and Oluyemo, C.A.
    European Scientific Journal, Special Edition, 294-306. (2015)
31. Contradiction of Ethnic Loyalty and the Quest for Sustainable Development in Nigeria: A Sociological Investigation.
    Authors: Adebayo, A.A.
    African Journal of Sustainable Development, 5(1); 39-58. (2015)
32. Domestic Violence Against Men: Balancing the Gender Issues in Nigeria.
    Authors: Adebayo, A. A.
    American Journal of Sociological Research, 4(1); 14-19. (2014)
33. Sociological Investigation into the Nexus of Poverty, Unemployment and Leadership in Nigeria. Mediterranean Journal of Social Sciences, 5(16); 542-551.
    Authors: Adebayo, A. A.
    Mediterranean Journal of Social Sciences, 5(16); 542-551. (2014)
34. Implications of ‘Boko Haram’ Terrorism on National Development in Nigeria: A Critical Review.
    Authors: Adebayo, A. A.
    Mediterranean Journal of Social Sciences, 5(16); 435-444. (2014)
35. Gender and the Academy in Nigeria.
    Authors: Adebayo, A. A. and Akanle, O.
    African Journal of Psychological Study of Social Issues, 17(1); 147-154. (2014)
36. Towards Eradicating the Victimization of Women in Infertile marriages in South-Western Nigeria: A Case for Gender Emancipation.
    Authors: Adebayo, A. A.
    African Journal of Sustainable Development, 4(1); 103-112. (2014)
37. The Challenge of Poverty in the Rural Areas in Nigeria: Implications for National Development.
    Authors: Adebayo, A.A.
    European Journal of Social Sciences, 40(2); 295-302. (2013)
38. The Nexus of Corruption and Poverty in the Quest for Sustainable Development in Nigeria.
    Authors: Adebayo, A.A.
    Journal of Sustainable Development in Africa, 15(7); 225-235. (2013)
39. Sociological Implications of Domestic Violence on Children’s Development in Nigeria.
    Authors: Adebayo, A.A.
    Journal of African Studies and Development, 6(1); 8-13. (2013)
40. Youths Unemployment and Crime in Nigeria: A Nexus and Implications for National Development.
    Authors: Adebayo, A.A.
    International Journal of Sociology and Anthropology. 5(8); 350-357. (2013)
41. Social Factors Affecting Effective Crime Prevention and Control in Nigeria.
    Authors: Adebayo, A.A.
    International Journal of Applied Sociology. 3(4); 71-75. (2013)
42. Domestic Violence and Death: Women as Endangered Gender in Nigeria.
    Authors: Adebayo, A.A. and Kolawole, T.O.
    American Journal of Sociological Research, 3(3); 53-60. (2013)
43. Domestic Violence Against Women: Nigeria in Discourse.
    Authors: Adebayo, A.A.
    Benin Journal of Gender Studies, 3; 38-47. (2013)
44. Women Participation in the Political Process in Nigeria.
    Authors: Kolawole, T.O., Abubakar, M.B., Adeigbe, K. and Adebayo, A.A.
    Centre Point Journal (Humanities Edition), University of Ilorin. 15(2); 153-174. (2013)
45. Call for Eradication of Celibacy: A Sociological Appraisal.
    Authors: Adebayo, A. A.
    Journal of Sociology, 5(1); 265-282. (2013)
46. Appraisal System: A Tool for Performance in Selected Organizations in Nigeria.
    Authors: Kolawole, T.O. and Adebayo, A.A.
    International journal of sociology and anthropology, 5 (7); 249-261. (2013)
47. Gender and Party Politics in Africa with Reference to Nigeria.
    Authors: Kolawole, T.O., Abubakar, M.B., Owonibi, E. and Adebayo, A.A.
    Online Journal of Education Research, 1 (7); 132-144. (2012)

Professional Qualification

• Member, Nigerian Institute of Management Certificate - Nigeria Institute of Management (2009)

Membership of Professional Bodies

• Nigerian Institute of Management - Member (2009)
• Nigeria Anthropological and Practitioners Association - Member (2012)
• International Sociological Association (ISA) - Member (2014)
• Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN) - Member (2014)

Paper Presentation - Local

• 1.International Conference on Gender Equity. Organized by the Centre for Gender Studies, University of Benin. 6th- 9th May, 2013. PDomestic Violence and Death: Women as Endangered Gender in Nigeria. - International Conference on Gender Equity. Organized by the Centre for Gender Studies, University of Benin. 6 (th- 9th May, 2013.)
• Towards Eradicating the Victimization of Women in Infertile marriages in South-Western Nigeria: A Case for Gender Emancipation - Annual Ibadan Sustainable Development Summit (ISDS), Organised by the Centre for Sustainable Development (CESDEV), University of Ibadan. 1 (3th-15th August, 2013.)
• Eradicating Poverty among Women in Rural Agriculture: Imperative for National Development - Annual National Conference of Nigeria Anthropological and Sociological Association (NASA) held at Covenant University, Ota, Ogun State. (4th-7th November, 2013)
• Contradiction of Ethnic Loyalty and the Quest for Sustainable Development in Nigeria - Annual Ibadan Sustainable Development Summit (ISDS), Organised by the Centre for Sustainable Development (CESDEV), University of Ibadan. (25th-30th August, 2014.)
• ouths’ Participation in Agriculture and Rural Development Programme in Osun State: Implications for National Rural and Agricultural Development Strategy - Annual Ibadan Sustainable Development Summit (ISDS), Organised by the Centre for Sustainable Development (CESDEV), University of Ibadan. . (23rd-28th August, 2015)
• Constraints of Small Scale Farmers’ Access to Agricultural Credit in Osun State, Nigeria - 7th Annual Ibadan Sustainable Development Summit. Organized by Centre for Sustainable Development, University of Ibadan. . (24th -28th August, 2016)
• Sustained Rural Urban Migration: Implication for National Development in Nigeria - 5th Annual Rural Sociology Conference. Organised by the Nigeria Rural Sociology Association. Held at Federal University, Oye-Ekiti. (10th-14th October, 2016)
• Socio-Cultural Factors Affecting the Use of Family Planning in Selected Local Government Areas In Ekiti State, Nigeria - 1st International Conference of the Faculty of Social Sciences, Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, Nigeria. (26th-27th April, 2023)
• The Menace of Examination Malpractices in Tertiary Institutions: A Study of two Universities in Ekiti State, Nigeria - 1st International Conference of the Faculty of Social Sciences, Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, Nigeria. (26th-27th April, 2023)

Paper Presentation - International

• Gender Imbalance in the Academia in Nigeria - 3RD Global Academic Conference. Organised by New York Institute of Technology, USA. (17th-19th September, 2015)
• Entrepreneurship and Curriculum Development in Tertiary Institutions: A Review Towards Addressing Graduates’ Unemployment in Nigeria - 10th Annual Teaching and Learning in Higher Education Conference. Organized by the University of Kwa-Zulu Natal, Durban, South Africa. (20th -22nd September, 2016)
• Implications of Street Hawking on Girl-Children in Ilesa West Local Government Area, Osun State - 8th Internationale Colloque Rencontres Jeunes and Societes. Organized by Max Weber Centre, University of Lyon, France. (12th-14th October, 2016)
• Sociological Implications of Domestic Violence on Children’s Development in Nigeria - Association for Psychological Science Conference. Vienna, Austria. (March 23-25, 2017)

Postgraduate Ph.D Supervision

• Osamoka Sunday Samuel - Fetishism and Cybercrime among students in selected tertiary institutions in Ekiti State, Nigeria (2026)
• Mohammed Musa Mustapha - Response of Security Agencies towards the Menace of Kidnapping in Ondo and Ekiti States, Nigeria (2010-2024) (2026)

Postgraduate M.Phil Supervision

• Akinola Dare Emmanuel - Exploring the Psycho-Social Factors Affecting the Mental Health of Undergraduate Students in Selected Universities in Ekiti State, Nigeria (2026)

Postgraduate M.Sc Supervision

• Adeniyi Helen Busola - EXPLORING GENDER-BASED DISPARITIES AGAINST WOMEN’S CAREER ADVANCEMENT IN EKITI STATE: A STUDY OF SELECTED ORGANIZATIONS IN ADO-EKITI, EKITI STATE, NIGERIA (2026)
• Akinlabi Adeyemi Olumide - EFFECTS OF BROKEN HOMES ON THE PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL-BEING AND DEVELOPMENT OF CHILDREN: A STUDY OF ADO-EKITI, EKITI STATE, NIGERIA (2026)
• Ogunniyi Tolu Ayo - SOCIO-CULTURAL FACTORS INFLUENCING THE PREVALENCE OF TEENAGE PREGNANCY AMONG PUBLIC SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN EKITI STATE (2026)
• Owoeye Oluwatosin Adebimpe - INVESTIGATING THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN GENDER AND CRIMINALITY IN NIGERIA: A STUDY OF INMATES OF FEDERAL CORRECTIONAL CENTRE, ADO-EKITI, NIGERIA (2026)
• Longe Oluwatosin Hephzibah - INVESTIGATING THE SOCIO-ECONOMIC CAUSES AND EFFECTS OF STREET HAWKING ON CHILDREN IN ADO-EKITI, EKITI STATE, NIGERIA (2026)
• Ajayi Ebenezer Oluwaniyi - FACTORS INFLUENCING MENTAL HEALTH AMONG UNDERGRADUATES IN FEDERAL UNIVERSITY, OYE –EKITI (FUOYE) (2025)
• Ogbu Bernard Edwin - IMPACT OF FAMILY DYNAMICS ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF ANXIETY DISORDERS IN ADOLESCENTS IN OSUN STATE, NIGERIA (2025)
• Oyawale Gbenga Richard - SOCIO-ECONOMIC FACTORS AFFECTING ACCESS TO HEALTHCARE FOR THE ELDERLY IN EKITI STATE, NIGERIA (2025)
• Daramola Babawale Akintunde - Prevalence and Challenges of Contraceptive Use among Women in Selected Local Government Areas in Ekiti State, Nigeria (2024)
• Ogunro Bukola - Socio-cultural Factors influencing Health Seeking Behaviour for Malaria Treatment among Rural Dwellers in Akure South LGA, Ondo State. (2023)
• Osamoka Sunday Samuel - Menace of Examination Malpractices in Tertiary Institutions: A Study of Selected Universities in Ekiti State, Nigeria (2023)