Meet the Librarians

Prof. Luke Osamudiamen Obasuyi, CLN, MNLA

Prof. Luke Osamudiamen Obasuyi, CLN, is a distinguished figure in the field of library science and currently serves as the University Librarian at the University of Benin. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Library Science from Delta State University, Abraka, along with a Master’s and a PhD in Library, Archival, and Information Studies from the University of Ibadan, Nigeria. With a career spanning over 26 years, he has been instrumental in managing information services at both the Nigeria Institute for Oil Palm Research (NIFOR) and the University of Benin.

Prof. Obasuyi’s journey began with his appointment as NIFOR’s Librarian in 2004, and he later transitioned to the University of Benin in 2011, where he served in various roles, ultimately becoming the Deputy University Librarian in 2017 and the substantive University Librarian in 2018. He was also appointed as a professor in 2020, further solidifying his academic and professional credentials.

In addition to his administrative responsibilities, Prof. Obasuyi has actively pursued professional development, attending numerous workshops and training programs both locally and internationally. He is a Certified Librarian of Nigeria (CLN), a member of the Nigerian Library Association (MNLA), and has a notable research portfolio, comprising 40 publications in local, national, and international journals and book chapters. His contributions to the field have earned him a well-deserved reputation as a respected authority in library science.


Mrs. Patience Kayoma, CLN
Head of Branch Libraries
Ekehuan Campus Librarian
Phone No: +234 803 570 5616
Email: [email protected]

Dr Esther Ebole Isah, CLN
Technical Services Librarian
College of Medical Sciences Librarian
Phone No: +234 808 760 6670
Email: [email protected]

Barrister Jonathan T. Meggison
Faculty of Law Librarian
Faculty of Management Sciences
Phone No: +234 805 586 3152
Email [email protected]

Mr Kingsley Afonughe Emokiniovo, CLN
Serials Librarian
Faculty of Education Librarian
Phone No: +234 803 747 2613
Email: [email protected]

Mrs. Iyobosa Ewere, CLN
Cataloguing & Classification Librarian
Faculty of Physical Sciences Librarian

Phone No: +234 906 688 6834
Email: [email protected]

Mr Etinosa James Omwanghe, CLN
Circulation Librarian
Faculty of Arts Librarian

Phone No: +234 806 577 2696
Email: [email protected]

Mr. Akporobaro Abel Ogueri, CLN
Faculties of Engineering & Environmental Sciences Librarian

Web & Systems Librarian
Phone No: +234 806 419 8233
Email: [email protected]

Mr Osagie Godsent Omoregie
Reference Librarian
Faculty of Social Sciences Librarian

Phone No: +234 806 325 7788
Email: godsent. [email protected]