Dr Soyinka Olufemi Olukolajo an Associate Professor obtained his PhD in Fisheries from Department of Marine Sciences in 2010, where he completed his BSc and MSc Fisheries from same Department in 1998 and 2001 respectively. His research focuses on the identification, ageing, growth pattern, food studies, reproductive biology, aspects of nutrition, ecology and culture of finfishes in brackish, marine and fresh waters. In addition, he also conducts collaborative works on the health status genetic characterisations of fish, the impact of climate change on the physiology of fish species, socio-economics, as this is crucial in food security. Over the years, he has gained experience, conducted research in the fields mentioned above, mentored a good number of students both at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. He has a strong membership of professional and academic groups such as the Fisheries Society of Nigeria, Association of Fisheries Scientists, among others. He has well over 30 publications in learned journals and has won several Grants. Dr Soyinka lectures at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and co-supervises Honours, Masters and PhD students in Marine Sciences. He has also served as the Head of Department, Marine Sciences, and is a member of the University's Senate.