Staff Profile
Dr. Ebunoluwa Odunayo Popoola
Position: Senior Lecturer
Department: Law
Email: ebunoluwa.popoola@binghamuni.edu.ng
Biography
Ebunoluwa Popoola is the holder of a PhD in Law, with specialisation in Environmental Law, which she obtained from the Ahmadu Bello University in January 2017. She is a recipient of the SSRC/Next Generation Social Sciences in Africa Dissertation Research Fellowship (which funded her PhD research in Nigeria and South Africa). She graduated at the top of her undergraduate class with a CGPA of 4.33 and was awarded the Dean’s Prize (Best Graduating Student in Faculty of Law, Ahmadu Bello University) 2000/2001 session. Ebunoluwa obtained the Qualifying Certificate in Second Class Upper Division from the Nigerian Law School and was called to the Nigerian Bar in 2003. She obtained her LLM in 2008. Prior to joining Bingham University she worked in several law firms where she garnered extensive professional experience. From 2009 to date Ebunoluwa has taught law courses at the University level, including at Ahmadu Bello University and Bingham University, Karu. She served as Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Law, Bingham University (2019 - 2021). She has nineteen publications and eight conference papers with several more undergoing peer review.
Ebunoluwa has a passion for teaching, research and mentoring future leaders. She is married with children.
| SN | Name | Institution | Year Obtained |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PhD (Public Law) | Ahmadu Bello University | 2017 |
| 2 | LLM | Ahmadu Bello University | 2008 |
| 3 | BL | Nigerian Law School (Lagos Campus) | 2003 |
| 4 | LLB | Ahmadu Bello University | 2001 |
| SN | Name | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | An Assessment Of The Contributions Of Non-Governmental Organisations To The Promotion And Protection Of The Right To A Healthy Environment In Nigeria. | Journal Article | |
| 2 | An Examination Of Factors Militating Against Effective Enforcement Of Environmental Law In Nigeria. | Journal Article | |
| 3 | Striking A Balance Between Conforming To Human Rights And Counter-Terrorism In Nigeria. (Co-Authored) | Journal Article | |
| 4 | Contested Ecologies: Dialogues In The South On Nature And Knowledge | Journal Article | |
| 5 | Corporate Criminal Liability For Offences Committed Under The Public Procurement Act Of 2007 | Journal Article | |
| 6 | An Assessment Of Law And Policy In Achieving Sustainable Development In Nigeria: A Study Of The Nesrea Act. | Conference Paper | |
| 7 | Savannah Bank Plc. V. Central Bank And Two Others: Implications For Stability In The Nigerian Financial Sector. | Conference Paper | |
| 8 | Legal Framework On Insider Trading In Nigeria | Journal Article | |
| 9 | Investigation And Prosecution Of Terrorism: The Human Rights Dimension Of Pre-Charge Detention Under Nigerian Law. (Co-Authored) | Journal Article | |
| 10 | A Discourse On Amicus Curiae Participation In The Jurisprudence Of The Supreme Court Of Nigeria. | Journal Article | |
| 11 | Strengthening The Legal Framework For Small And Medium Enterprises: An Overview Of Some Provisions Of The Companies And Allied Matters (Repeal And Re-Enactment) Bill 2018 | Conference Paper | |
| 12 | Integrating The Knowledge And Experiences Of Legal Practitioners In The Discourse On Public Participation In Environmental Protection In Nigeria. | Journal Article | |
| 13 | Youth And The Law (Book Chapter) | Book | |
| 14 | ‘Policy Formulation And Implementation On The Use Of Technological Tools In Legal Research And Education In Nigeria’. | Conference Paper | |
| 15 | ‘The Right To Education And Online Learning In Higher Education Institutions In Nigeria During The Covid-19 Lockdown: Prospects And Challenges’. | Journal Article | |
| 16 | ‘Comparing Mental Health Patient Vulnerabilities And Safeguarding Them Through Nigeria’s Mental Health Act’ | Journal Article | |
| 17 | ‘Legal Regime For The Protection Of Women With Postpartum Disorders In Nigeria’ | Journal Article | |
| 18 | ‘Amnesty As A Tool In The Deradicalisation Of Boko Haram Terrorists In Nigeria: A Threat To National Security’ | Journal Article | |
| 19 | ‘Utilising Customary Law And Traditional Knowledge Of Indigenous Communities In Biodiversity Conservation In Nigeria’ | Journal Article | |
| 20 | 'The Law Making Process And The Question Of Justification Of Delegated Legislation As An Infringement Of The Functions Of The Legislative Arm Of Government' | Book |
Research Interests
- Environmental law
- International human rights law