Evelyn Olusanya
Lecturer ll

CONTACT

eolusanya@nbts.edu.ng

EDUCATION

  • PhD., Adult Education, Nigerian Baptist Theological Seminary Ogbomoso
  • M.Div., Religious Education., Nigerian Baptist Theological Seminary Ogbomosho
  • HND Accounting., Federal Polytechnic Bauchi

RESEARCH INTEREST

Religious Education of Adult and Youth, Gender studies, Women Empowerment, Spiritual and Character Formation and Family Life Development

Rev. Dr. Evelyn Olusanya is a distinguished theological educator, a seasoned counsellor, and an empowering life coach. Born in Bauchi State, Nigeria, she proudly traces her origins to Ondo State. Her extensive professional and academic journey is singularly dedicated to fostering transformative growth, particularly through the lens of Christian principles. Dr. Olusanya holds a profound and enduring interest in the holistic training and empowerment of girls and women, tirelessly working to equip them with the spiritual insights, practical skills, and self-awareness necessary to realize their fullest potentials and contribute meaningfully to their communities. Through her diverse roles, she actively champions robust spiritual formation, psychological well-being, and personal development within both academic and practical ministerial contexts. She is a valued voice in theological discourse and an ardent advocate for gender-inclusive Christian leadership development. Dr. Olusanya is married to Dr. Kehinde Olusanya, and their union is joyfully blessed with children

PUBLICATIONS

Olusanya, O. Evelyn. 2023. Enhancing Adult Education in Africa through Engaging Instructional Media in The Church, Christian Education and the Future of African: Festschrift in Honor of Prof. Ezekiel Emiola Nihinlola”. Akinwale Oloyede, Omolara Area, Felix Ajedokun and Ayobami Ayanyinka (Eds), pp. 193-203.

Olusanya, O. Evelyn. 2021. Empty Nest Syndrome and Social Well-being among Older Adults in Nigeria. Journal of Adult and Non-Formal Education (SPED), Vol 3(1): 241-229.

Olusanya, O. Evelyn. 2022. “Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs: A Prerequisite for Leadership Motivation” in Christian and Leadership: Essay in Honor of Rev. Dr. Sola Lawal Senior Pastor, Oore-Ofe Oluwa Baptist Church Ogbomoso at 50. K. A. Ogunleye and A. A. Ogunsola (Eds) Pp. 135-146.

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP

Member, Nigerian Baptist Religious Education Association (NBREA)