******Aremu Enthusiastic As VC, Africa School of Economics, Abuja Bags AITC’s Fellowship Award
By Victor Bieni, Abuja
Prof. Mahfouz A. Adedimeji, the Vice Chancellor of Africa School of Economics, Abuja, has been honored as a Chartered Fellow of the Africa Information Technology Consultancy.
Royal Paradise Media (News Online) learnt this from the First African UNESCO Laureate yesterday being on Tuesday, September 2, 2025 as Prof Aremu commended Prof Mahfouz Adedimeji’s roles in promoting global Economics Education.
According to the VC, Crown University Int’l USA, “This prestigious recognition accorded to Prof Mahfouz Adedimeji’ is a testament to his outstanding contributions in the field of Economics and promotion of global higher education”.
The ceremony took place at Prof. Adedimeji’s office in Abuja, where Prof. Sir Bashiru Aremu, the International Chairman of Africa Information Technology Consultancy, presented him with a Global Golden Award Chartered Fellowship Certificate. Prof. Aremu, a First African UNESCO Laureate, praised Prof. Adedimeji’s philosophy as a Professor of Pragmatics and Linguistics, highlighting his efforts in utilizing ICT to advance higher education.
Africa Information Technology Consultancy is a renowned organization that provides a wide range of services, including IT strategy development, digital transformation, cybersecurity, cloud computing, data analytics, and software development. With its registration with the Federal Government of Nigeria, it is the first indigenous Information Technology Consultancy Institute in Nigeria and the African sub-region.
Prof Aremu then praised the VC of African School of Economics, Abuja. Speaking further during the investiture of AITC’s Chartered Fellowship Award to Prof Mahfouz Adedimeji’, he stated: “AITC as an organization is accredited by the World Accreditation Commission USA, anf official partner of UNESCO, Association of Asia Universities and Pacific, and other global institutions, underscores its commitment to excellence”.
“As the International Chairman of Africa Information Technology Consultancy, my leadership had been instrumental in promoting IT education, research, and consultancy services in Africa and globally”.
“As a Chartered Fellow, Prof. Adedimeji joins an esteemed group of professionals who have demonstrated exceptional expertise and dedication to the field of ICT. This recognition is a testament to his visionary leadership and commitment to harnessing technology to drive progress in higher education”.
“Prof. Adedimeji’s academic career is marked by numerous achievements, including his appointment as the Pioneer Vice Chancellor of Ahman Pategi University, Patigi, Kwara State, Nigeria. He has also served as a professor at the University of Ilorin, where he rose through the ranks to become a professor in 2019”.
“As a renowned scholar, Prof. Adedimeji’s research focuses on Pragmatics, Sociolinguistics, Applied English, and Peace Linguistics. He has published over 120 papers in reputable outlets worldwide and has authored and co-authored several books. His expertise has earned him numerous awards and honors, including the Fulbright scholarship and Fellowship of the World Institute for Peace”.
“The Africa Information Technology Consultancy’s recognition of Prof. Adedimeji is a testament to his tireless efforts in promoting ICT in higher education. His leadership and vision have inspired countless individuals, and this honor is a fitting tribute to his dedication and expertise”.
“This achievement is a significant milestone in Prof. Adedimeji’s illustrious career, and it underscores his commitment to harnessing technology to drive progress in higher education. As he continues to inspire and lead, his work will undoubtedly have a lasting impact on the academic community and beyond”.