Foundations of Human Kinetics, Exercise and Sports
FUOYE Academic Staff Profile
Mr. Emmanuel Temitope Ayenigbara
Assistant Lecturer
Department of Human Kinetics Education, Faculty of Education
Area of Specialization: Sports Psychology; Sociology and Psychology of Sport; Physical and Health Education
Biography
Ayenigbara Emmanuel Temitope is an Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Human Kinetics and Health Education, Faculty of Education, Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE). He holds a Bachelor of Science in Education (B.Sc. Ed) in Human Kinetics from Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko, Ondo State, and a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Sociology and Psychology of Sport from the University of Ibadan, where his thesis examined the perceived influence of imagery and self-efficacy on mental toughness among secondary school athletes. Since joining FUOYE in 2024, he has taught over twenty undergraduate courses spanning sport psychology, adapted physical education, athlete mental health, coaching, research methodology, and the application of artificial intelligence in human kinetics. His research has been published in peer-reviewed and Scopus-indexed journals, with contributions addressing augmented and virtual reality in sports education, mental health support for athletes, exercise adherence, and psychological resilience in sport. He is a member of the Sports Psychology Association of Nigeria (SPAN) and the Nigeria Association for Physical, Health Education, Recreation, Sports and Dance (NAPHER-SD), and is currently pursuing doctoral studies in Sports Psychology.
Research Interests
Sport and exercise psychology
Mental toughness and psychological resilience in athletes
Athlete mental health and wellbeing
Imagery and self-efficacy in sport performance
Adapted physical education and special needs sports
Substance abuse and its psychological effects on academic and athletic performance
Obesity, exercise participation, and nutritional regulation among young adults
Application of emerging technologies (AI, AR/VR) in sports education and training
Return-to-sport psychology and fear of re-injury
Qualifications
| Degree | Institution | Year |
|---|---|---|
| M.Ed. in Sociology and Psychology of Sport | University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria | 2021 |
| B.Sc. (Ed) in Human Kinetics | Adekunle Ajasin University | 2017 |
Course Teaching
Career Development in Human Kinetics, Fitness and Sports
Skills Development and Techniques of Swimming
Skill Development and Techniques of (Track and Field Events)
Athlete Mental Health and Wellbeing
Psychology of Coaching I
Career Development in Human Kinetics, Fitness and Sports.
Skills Development and Techniques of Swimming
Foundations of Human Kinetics, Exercise and Sports
Adapted Physical Education & Special Needs Sports
Performance Training and Physical Preparation
Accident Prevention and Safety Education
Selected Publications
The Influence of Fear of Re-Injury and Psychological Readiness on Return-to-Sport Outcomes Among Student-athletes in Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Nigeria
Authors: Adekoya, A. F. & Ayenigbara, T. E.
https://jnassm.org.ng/jnasNational Association of Sports Science and Medicine (NASSM)sm/article/view/39 • 2026
Open publicationEffect of Psychological Skills Intervention on Exercise Adherence among University Staffers in Nigeria. Journal of Human Sport and Exercise
Authors: Adekoya, A. F., Mensah P. O., Ipinmoroti, O. A., Aribamikan, C. G., Oguntuase, S. B., Ogunbamowo, W. B. & Ayenigbara, E. T.
Scopus • 2026
Open publicationIntegrating Mental Health Support in Sports: Enhancing Athlete Well-Being, Performance, and Resilience. African Journal of Educational Management, Teaching and Entrepreneurship Studies
Authors: Omokhabi, U.S., & Ayenigbara, E.T.
https://ajemates.org • 2025
The Potentials of Augmented and Virtual Reality Technologies to Enhance Sports Education and Training. FUOYE Journal of Education
Authors: Ayenigbara, E.T.
FUOYE Journal of Education • 2025
Open publicationPhoto Gallery / Picture Evidence
