Ola Oni (1933–1999)
Ola Oni was a Nigerian Marxist political economist, socialist, and human rights activist. He lectured at the University of Ibadan and became the subject of Ebenezer Babatope’s biographical work.
Early Life & Background
- Born: 1933, Ekiti State, southwestern Nigeria
- Base: Ibadan, Oyo State
- Known for his anti-military and pro-democracy activism
Academic Career
- Lecturer, Department of Economics, University of Ibadan
- Dismissed from his position due to his radicalism and outspoken views
Biographical Work
- Subject of:
- Student Power in Nigeria (1956–1988) by Ebenezer Babatope (1991)
Death & Legacy
- Died: 22 December 1999, University College Hospital, Ibadan
- Legacy:
- Comrade Ola Oni Centre for Social Research, named in his honor
Personal Life
- Spouse: Kehinde Ola Oni, retired civil servant (now blind)
See Also
- Omafume Onoge
- Ayo Fasanmi