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Prof. Nike Osofisan: Nigeria’s First Female PhD in Computer Science

Oct 1, 2024

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by

Miracle Okah

in Dear Tech Sis

Image by Punch Nike Osofisan made history in 1989 as the first Nigerian woman to earn a PhD in computer science. In 2006, she further solidified her place in history by becoming the first African woman to hold the title of computer science professor. Adenike attended secondary school at Fiwasaiye Girls’ Grammar School, Akure, and…