By Clement Adeyi, Abuja
The career story of Mr Adetunji Adeleye, the newly appointed Corporate Affairs Director, The Redeemer’s University, Ede, Osun State, is akin to that of the biblical Apostle Paul who strove with unreserved resilience as well as commitment to fulfil his ministerial calling until he reached a remarkable mark.
When he reached the mark, Paul proudly remarked: ” I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus”(Philippians 3:14).
In a style reminiscent of the Apostle Paul, Adeleye recently reached the mark of his calling as the university’s pioneer Corporate Affairs Director through commitment and doggedness.
Like the Apostle Paul, he also remarked in a chat with ChurchTimes: “The journey was not easy. But with resilience, courage, passion, commitment and by God’s grace, I was able to run the race until I reached the mark. I thank God for bringing me this far and where I am in my career today.”
He was first appointed as the Principal Assistant Registrar of Corporate Affairs in the Directorate of Corporate Affairs at the Office of the Vice-Chancellor on September, 27, 2012 and later became Deputy Director on February 3, 2020.
He held the position for five years and three months before his recent elevation.
Adeleye was able to attain the enviable height after demonstrating resilience, huge commitment, doggedness, credibility, integrity and passion in discharging his duties.
While reminiscing on his career odyssey and how he got to the pinnacle of his career, Adeleye appreciated all the past and present leaders under whose leadership he had served: “The preparation, training, mentoring, fellowship, scholarship, friendship, and career positioning that I received under their visionary leadership really helped me to attain the zenith of my practice and career.”
Adeleye’s plethora of achievements for the university also counted for his elevation.
As an accomplished senior-level corporate communication strategist in the higher education sector, he has attracted over seven billion naira development projects, endowments, and sponsorships in his roles in the last 16 years.
In October 2024, he successfully hosted the 4th edition of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations- Public Relations Professionals and Practitioners in Tertiary Institutions’ conference.
He is also a source of inspiration to many of his colleagues in the Nigerian higher education institutions who have followed his path in the relentless pursuit of knowledge.
His versatility which covers business development, corporate communications, public relations, advertising, marketing, and fundraising
also stood him out for the promotion.
He has consulted for some of the world’s leading firms in higher education.

Academic.feats
Adeleye’s academic and professional qualifications also positioned him for his elevation.
He obtained a Bachelor of Science in International Relations in 1998 from the prestigious Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State.
Later, he proceeded to the University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Oyo State, where he bagged a Master of Arts in Peace and Conflict Studies at the Institute of African Studies in 2002.
He also holds a Master of Business Administration specialization in Marketing Management from the Faculty of Administration, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, in 2003.
His quest for more knowledge led him to the Department of Mass Communication at the Faculty of Social Sciences at Redeemer’s University, Ede, Osun State, where he obtained a Master of Science in Communication and Media Studies with specialization in Public Relations and Advertising in 2022.
Adeleye is also a 2008 proud graduate of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations, where he obtained a Diploma in Public Relations.
He is a prized member of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations, where he attained a fellowship status in 2024.
He is also a fellow of the prestigious National Institute of Marketing of Nigeria. He is a registered practitioner in advertising of the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria.
education.
He is married to Dr. Mrs. Adedayo Adeleye, a medical doctor, and they are blessed with children.
Adeleye’ appointment took effect from May 16, 2025, to his retirement.