Department of Anatomy

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The Department of Anatomy provides a high-quality anatomy and cell biology education to students through thorough teaching and research to meet the developmental needs of Ogun State and Nigeria in the areas of training anatomists, medical doctors, morticians, physiologists, nurses, physiotherapists, medical laboratory scientists, forensic scientists, radiographers, pharmacists, as well as medical and postgraduate students.

The Department is one of the foundational departments in the Faculty of Basic Medical Science, Obafemi Awolowo College of Health Sciences, dedicated to excellence in teaching, research and community service. The Department provides rigorous training in gross anatomy, histology, embryology, genetics, reproductive endocrinology, neuroanatomy, advanced microscopy and entrepreneurial anatomy, to mention but a few, preparing students to contribute meaningfully to anatomical knowledge updates and development, environmental sustainability and scientific advancement.

Vision

To be a centre of excellence in teaching and research in Anatomy, generating graduates who are globally competitive and locally relevant in addressing evolving challenges in the field of Anatomy.

Academic Programmes

The Department offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes designed to equip students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required in Neurosciences, Bioanthropology and Medical Anthropometry, Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology, Teratology and Developmental Anatomy, Cytogenetics and Molecular Biology.

Students are exposed to hands-on learning through field courses, laboratory research, and innovative
projects that align with global trends in Human Anatomical sciences.

Research Areas

Research in the Department spans areas such as:

  1. Neurosciences
  2. Bioanthropology and Medical Anthropology
  3. Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology
  4. Teratology and Developmental Anatomy
  5. Cytogenetics
  6. Molecular Biology
  7. Comparative Anatomy
  8. Clinical Anatomy

Facilities for Student Training

The Department is well equipped with modern facilities to support research and teaching:

  1. Teaching and Research Laboratories: Gross Anatomy and Histology
  2. Museum: a varied and balanced collection of educational charts, anatomical models, bone specimens, organs stored in perspex containers and models for Comparative Anatomy.
  3. Animal House: This is equipped with standard laboratory animals for research purposes, housing facilities, water and feed storage room, as well as space for equipment and practical demonstrations
  4. Seminar Room: for interactive engagement on research findings and examination purposes.
  5. Lecture Halls and Classrooms: conducive spaces for interactive and effective teaching.

Departmental Organogram

Dr Olukayode Olusola ODUBELA

odubela.olukayode@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng
Orcid ID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3451-4491
Google scholar citation: 97;
+234 8033203284

Dr Olukayode Olusola ODUBELA is a Lecturer I Researcher in Biological Anthropology, Neuroanatomy, Reproductive Endocrinology and Comparative Anatomy. His focus is on the Forensic Potentials of Dermatoglyphic parameters with respect to criminality tendencies steadily define the most striking features associated with crime incidence and prevention. He earned his PhD in Forensic Dermatoglyphics and Medical Anthropometry as part of Biological Anthropology in the year 2024. He is currently serving as the Acting Head of the Department of Anatomy, Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, Obafemi Awolowo College of Health Sciences, Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago-Iwoye, Ogun State, Nigeria.

His research is building a strong foundation in the correlational relationship between permanent dermatoglyphic features and behaviour patterns, medical disease conditions, neurological disorders, academic performances, congenital anomalies, as well as their linkages to nervous system, reproductive system and comparative anatomy. He has more than twenty-four publications in national and international reputable journals and has contributed to advancing knowledge in Biological Anthropology and Comparative Anatomy through teaching, mentoring and collaborative projects.

Dr Odubela is passionate about applying knowledge of dermatoglyphic features and medical anthropometry in correlation to variables with a view to using them as predictive tools in medical diseases, congenital abnormalities, as well as the application of anatomical measurements to various health conditions. His long-term goal is to strengthen research in forensic dermatoglyphics and medical anthropometry with a view to solving developments related to alternative non-invasive diagnostics that is cheaper and convenient in addition to developing counselling tools for millions of beneficiaries across the globe.

In his capacity as Acting Head of Department, he oversees academic administration, curriculum development, staff coordination and student mentoring. He is committed to fostering a culture of academic excellence, collaborative research and innovation within the Department and by extension the Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, the Obafemi Awolowo College of Health Sciences, as well as the entire Olabisi Onabanjo University. His leadership is directed toward strengthening the Department’s visibility and expanding its contributions to solving local and global challenges in the field of Human Anatomy.

Recent Publications

  1. Adesanya, O. A., Oyesola, O. A., Adesanya, R. A., Bamitale, K. D. S., and Odubela, O. O. (2016). Effect of Soy-flour Enriched Diet on the Testis and Gonadal Hormone Status of Male Wistar Rats. Scholars Journal of Applied Medical Sciences, 4(5C):1657-1661. Publisher: Scholars Academic and Scientific Publisher. (India)
  2. Adesanya, A. O., Shittu, L. A. J., Oyesola, T. O., Odubela, O. O., & Adesanya, R. A. (2019). Morphometric Analysis of Prostate of Castrated Sprague-Dawler Rats Treated with Combined Testosterone and Estradiol. EAS Journal of Veterinary Medical Sciences, 1(1): 1-6. Publisher: East African Scholars Publishers. (Kenya)
  3. Adesanya, A. O., Shittu, L. A. J., Oyesola, T. O., Odubela, O. O., & Adesanya, R. A. (2019). Does Economic Growth Matter for Poverty Reduction in Indonesia. EAS Journal of Veterinary Medical Sciences, 2(2): 1-6. Publisher: East African Scholars Publishers. (Kenya)
  4. Akinlolu, A., Ameer, M., Quadri, T., Odubela, K., Omotosho, G., Yahya, R., Biliaminu, S., Adeyanju, M., Ebito, G., & Otulana, J. (2020). Extraction, Isolation and Evaluation of Anti-toxic Principles from Moringa oleifera (MOF6) and Mystica fragrans (Trimyristin) Upregulated Acetylcholinesterase Concentration in Sodium Arsenite-Induced Neurotoxicity in Rats. Journal of Phytomedicine and Therapeutics, 19(2): 466–482. Publisher: National Institute for Pharmaceutical Research. (Nigeria)
  5. Adesanya, O. A., Suleiman, I. A., Odubela, O. O., Sheu, O. S., & Imade, O. V. (2021). Ethanoic Extract of Combined Cynodon dactylon and Minosa pudica Ameliorated Experimentally Induced Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia in Wistar Rats. Journal of Infertility and Reproductive Biology, 9(1): 23-26. Publisher: Kne Open, Dubai, and West Kazakhstan Medical University. (United Arab Emirates)
  6. Akinlolu, A. A., Ebito, G., Ameer, M., Asogwa, N., Odubela, K., Akindele, R., Fagbohunka, B., Ajayo, N., Sobande, I., & Sikiru, T. (2022). Cadmium Chloride-Induced Skin Alopecia and Inflammation in Rats: Anti-inflammatory Potentials of Moringa Oleifera and Musa Sapientium via NF-KB/IL-4/IL-10-Mediated Pathway. Anatomy Journal of Africa, 12(1): 2285-2295. Publisher: The Association of Anatomical Societies of Africa. (Kenya)
  7. Taiwo-Ola, D. O., Otulana, O. J., Dare, B. J., Osonuga, I. O., Odubela, K. O., Ifarajimi, R. O., Oyejide, P. O., & Adenowo, T. K. (2022). Anthropometric Comparison of Nasal Parameters Between Male and Female Yoruba Students. Journal of Anatomical Sciences, 13(1): 131-134. Publisher: Anatomical Society of Nigeria. (Nigeria)
  8. Fakunle, P. B., Ehiremen, S., Odubela, K., & Bamgbose, K. (2024). Assessment of Protective Roles of Aqueous Seed Extract of Soursop (Annona muricata) in Cerebellum Following Cadmium-Induced Neurotoxicity of Adult Wistar Rats. Asian Journal of Research in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, 13(1): 9–20. Publisher: ScienceDomain International. (India)
  9. Fakunle, P. B., Abijo, A. Z., Ehiremen, S. E., Akanji, O. D., Odubela, O. K., Olamoyero, B., Oladejo, M. K., Uwagbai, I., & Dawodu, A. J. (2024). Subacute Use of Aqueous Extract of Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) Seeds Mitigates Against Pyramidal Neuronal Toxicity of Lead Acetate in Adult Wistar Rats. Asian Journal of Research in Medical and Pharmaceutical Science, 18(2): 1–12. Publisher: ScienceDomain International. (India)
  10. Fakunle, P. B., Ehiremen, S., Atta, R., Omotosho, D. A., Taiwo-Ola, D. O., Odubela, K., Emmanuel, C. J., & Folahan, O. P. (2024). Assessment of the Ameliorative Effects of Aqueous Neem (Azadirachta indica) Leaves Extract on Lead Acetate Induced Neurotoxicity in Cerebellum of Adult Wistar Rats. Journal of Medical and Dental Science Research, 11(2): 36-48. Publisher: Quest Journals Inc. (India)
  11. Akanji, O. D., Fakunle, P. B., Ehiremen, S. E., Taiwo-Ola, D. O., Odubela, O. O., Bamidele, R. B., Adeniji, A. O., & Bamigbose, O. A. (2024). Observed Germ Cell Loss Restoration with Improved Haematological Indices by Aqueous Acalypha wilkesiana Leaf Extract in Cadmium-Induced Testicular Toxicity in Adult Wistar Rats. World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 23(2): 1111–1121. Publisher: GSC Online Press. (India)
  12. Odubela, O. O., Omirin, E. S., Olanrewaju, A. J., Olugbogi, E. A., Aribisala, P. O., Nwachukwu, K. C., Okoh, E. F., Blessed, S.-N., & Samuel, O. B. (2024). Identification of Antagonists of Pro-Survival Bcl-2 from Morus alba in Human Malignancies: An In-Silico Approach. Scicom Journal of Medical and Applied Medical Sciences, 3(1): 36-44. Publisher: Science Communication Publishing Group. (Kenya)
  13. Odubela, O. O., Fakunle, P. B., Ehiremen, S. E., Alli, Z. T., Adeleye, A. S., & Dawodu, A. J. (2024). Observed Haematological and Neurohistochemical Alterations in Hippocampal Formation of Adult Wistar Rats (Rattus norvegicus) Following Sub-Acute Monosodium Glutamate Exposure. World Journal of Advanced Research and Review, 24(3): 372-388. Publisher: GSC Online Press. (India)
  14. Odubela, O. O., & Olanrewaju, A. J. (2024). Dual Inhibition of Xanthine Oxidase and Cyclooxygenase-2 by Aframomum melegueta: In Silico Insights into Multi-Target Therapeutics for Inflammation and Oxidative Stress. IPS Interdisciplinary Journal of Biological Sciences, 3(1): 67-73. Publisher: IPS Intelligentsia Publishing Services. (Nigeria)
  15. Odubela, O. O., Fakunle, P. B., Ehiremen, S. E., Adeleye, A. S., Adelele, S. O., Adejinmi, S. O., Dawodu, A. J., & Odeyemi, F. A. (2024). Neurohistochemical Assessment of Withdrawal Effects in Quinine-Induced Toxicity on the Medulla Oblongata of Adult Wistar Rats. World Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, 13(12): 1818-1837. Publisher: WJPPS. (India)
  16. Odubela, O. O., Fakunle, P. B., Ehiremen, S. E., Adeleke, S. O., Nuhu, S. U., Adeleye, A. S., Dawodu, A. J., Bamidele, R. B., Adejinmi, S. O., & Adesegun, V. T. (2024). Withdrawal Effects on Antioxidative and Histochemical Deficits in Acetaminophen-Induced Neurotoxicity in Cerebellar Cortex of Adult Wistar Rats. Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International, 36(12): 172-184. Publisher: ScienceDomain International. (India)
  17. Oluwatunase, G. O., Otulana, O. J., Odubela, O. O., Fakunle, B. P., Folarin, R. O., Enemali, F. U., Asafa, O., Adebisi, K., Ogunmiluyi, O. E., Jesuye, J., Bukola, A., Badmus, B., & Dare, S. S. (2024). Sub-Acute Toxic Effects of the Methanol Root Extract of Carpolobia alba Don on Testes of Adult Wistar Rats. Journal of Experimental and Clinical Anatomy, 21(2): 180-187. Publisher: The Society of Journal of Experimental and Clinical Anatomy. (Nigeria)
  18. Dare, S. S., Folarin, R. O., Fakunle, P. B., Odubela, O. O., Oluwatunase, G. O., Ekanem, P. E., & Shallie, P. D. (2024). Evaluating the Anticonvulsant Potential of Kaurenoic Acid Isolated from Annona senegalensis Leaves in Pentylenetetrazole-Induced Seizures: Behavioural, Cognitive, and Cellular Insights in Wistar Rats. Journal of Experimental and Clinical Anatomy, 21(2): 235-242. Publisher: The Society of Journal of Experimental and Clinical Anatomy. (Nigeria)
  19. Odubela, O. O., Olanrewaju, A. J., & Nsubong, D. N. (January 2025). Co-Administration of Luteolin and Curcumin: Neuroprotective and Antioxidant Potential in Parkinson’s Disease Using Drosophila melanogaster Model. IPS Journal of Basic and Clinical Medicine, 2(1): 13-21. Publisher: IPS Intelligentsia Publishing Services. (Nigeria)
  20. Odubela, O. O., Olanrewaju, A. J., & Daniel, E. D. (February 2025). Synergistic Therapeutic Potential of Curcumin and Quercetin Co-Administration in Alzheimer’s Disease: Insights from Transgenic Drosophila melanogaster Models. IPS Journal of Drug Discovery Research and Reviews, 3(1): 5-14. Publisher: IPS Intelligentsia Publishing Services. (Nigeria)
  21. Akinlolu, A., Ameen, M., Garuba, T., Asogwa, N., Arowolo, Z., Fagbohunka, B., Odubela, K., Patrick, V., Ajayi, O., Kalejaiye, S., Okeowo, A., Akintunde, T., Oduntan, F., Osibowale, S., Banjo, E. A., & Adewole Okunlola, A. (February 2025). Neuroprotective Potentials of Extracts from Moringa Oleifera and Musa sapientum Against Cadmium Chloride-Induced Neurotoxicity in Rats Cerebri. Journal of Experimental Molecular Biology, 26(1): 47-58. Publisher: “Alexandru Ioan Cuza” University of Iași Press. (Romania)
  22. Suleiman, I. A., Taiwo-Ola, D. O., Odubela, O. O., Fakunle, P. B., Shallie, O. F., Abdulsalam, K. M., Adelakin, L. A., Oresanya, M. E., Idowu, P. O., & Shallie, P. D. (March 2025). Cannabinoid Exposure During Pregnancy: Consequences for Growth, Memory and Prefrontal Cortex Integrity in Wistar Rats. Journal of Experimental and Clinical Anatomy, 22(1): 12-21. Publisher: The Society of Journal of Experimental and Clinical Anatomy. (Nigeria)
  23. Adunmo, G. O., Oyewopo, A. O., Odubela, O. O., Alabi, A., Adeleke, O. S., Oni, T. A., & Balogun, O. D. (April 2025). Protective Effects of Lycopene Against Liver Injury Induced by Propoxur Through the Upregulation of Xanthine Oxidase/Uric Acid Signalling. Gacopa Medical Journal, 1(1): 55-61. Publisher: GACOPA Publisher. (Ghana)
  24. Otulana, O. J., Aleem, A. A., Banjo, T. A., Taiwo-Ola, D. O., Otulana, O. T., Fadiora, S. O., Odubela, K. O., Biala, O. E., & Fakunle, P. B. (June 2025). Dermatoglyphic Patterns and Their Association with Myopia Among Secondary School Students in Sagamu, Nigeria: A Cross-Sectional Analysis. Asian Journal of Research in Dermatological Science, 8(1): 104-112. Publisher: ScienceDomain International. (India)

Academic Staff

1. Dr Olukayode Olusola Odubela – Lecturer I, Physical Anthropology and
Comparative Anatomy odubela.olukayode@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng Orcid ID: 0000-0003-
3451-4491 ; Google Scholar Citations: 366; h-index: 8; i10-index: 7 (+234
8033203284) Office Rm. 001
2. Prof. Ponle Bamidele Fakunle, Professor of Neuroanatomy, Histochemistry and
Cytochemistry Email: pbfakunle@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng Orcid ID :0000-0002-
7507-9898. Google Scholar Citations:71 (+234 8033667926) Office Rm. 002
3. Dr. Olatoye Jubril Otulana – Lecturer I Andrology & Clinical Anatomy (+234
8055373553) Office Rm. 003
4. Dr. Dorcas Olubunmi Taiwo-Ola – Lecturer I ( Clinical Anatomy & Neuroscience)
dorcas.taiwoola@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng
0000-0001-6939 (+234 8036552199) Office Rm. 004
5. Dr. Olashile Ismail Onanuga – Lecturer I ( Reproductive Endocrinology)
Onanuga.ismail@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng orcid ID:0000-0002-9552-7838 (+234
8054580634) Office Rm. 005
6. Dr. Omotosho Dhulqarnain Akanji – Lecturer II (Reproductive Biology/
Anthropology) akanji.omotosho@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng ORCID ID: 000-00002-
1636-4963 (+234 8133605305) Office Rm. 006

7. Dr. Ifabunmi Osonuga – Reader (Reproductive Physiology (+234 8034840747)
8. Dr.Philemon Dauda Shallie – Reader (Developmental Anatomy & Neuroanatomy
(+234 9078490525) Office Rm. 005
9. Dr. Adekunle Durojaiye ALABI Senior Lecturer (Reproductive Health and
Epidemiology)
10.Dr. Akinyinka Oyedolapo ALABIae – Senior Lecturer (Neuropharmacology and
Neurotoxicology) (+234 7065059677
11.Dr. Bukunola Oluyemisi ADEGBESAN Senior Lecturer (Biochemical Toxicology
and Drug Development) (+234 8056128331)
12.Mrs Abdulsalam Khadijat Motunrayo NeuroScience / Museum Techniques
13.Mr. O.A. Bamgbose Neuroendocrinology(+234 9078490525) Office Rm. 005
14.Famujimi Eunice Motunrayo Reproductive Anatomy
15.Miss Afolabi Toluwanimi Omolara Neurodevelopmental Science
16.Miss Fafioye Faith Olabisi Neuroanatomy and Developmental Anatomy

17.Miss Adekusibe Diekoloreoluwa Adefeyikemi Physical Anthropology and Neuroanatomy
18.Abdulsalam Bello Neuroanatomy
19.Mrs Ajayi Taiwo RuthPhysical Anthropology
20.Miss Fatimah Adeola Abdulsalam NeuroAnatomy

Non-Academic Staff

21.Mrs. Ayodele Rachael Abike – Departmental Secretary +234 7046700706
Office Rm. 016
22.Mr. Akindele Suraj Abolade – Office Assistant +234 8075144156 Office Rm.
016

Technological Staff

23.Miss.Doris Ebhohimen – Technologist II
ebhohimen.doris@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng +234 8065884862
24. Mr.R.O.Sojisola – Assistant Laboratory Supervisor ( Mortuary) +234
8053378545
25.Mr. O I Akingbagbohun – Senior Mortuary Assistant +234 8139783129
26.Mr. S A Adedayo – Senior Mortuary Assistant +234 8053378545
27.Mrs. B F Taiwo – Senior Mortuary Assistant +234 8083562985

Contact Information

  • Address: Anatomy Complex Office Room 001, Department of Anatomy, Faculty of Clinical Sciences, OACHS, Sagamu Campus
  • Email: anat@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng
  • Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Department Course

Undergraduate
  1. B.SC. Anatomy
  2. MBChB Medicine and Surgery

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