Meet the Celebrant
Tpl. Dr. Joshua Adewumi Adebisi
FNITP, RTP, Ph.D., M.Phil., M.Sc., MURP, M.Div., FIPMD
Profile
Tpl. Dr. Joshua Adewumi Adebisi is a distinguished Nigerian academic, seasoned urban and regional planner, administrator, minister of the gospel, and community leader whose life journey reflects remarkable dedication to scholarship, professional excellence, and service to humanity.
Born on 29 June 1961 in Saki, Oyo State, Nigeria, he hails from the reputable family of Late Deacon Aderibigbe Adebisi and Mama Abigail Oladoyin Adebisi. From an early age, he demonstrated an uncommon passion for education, discipline, and leadership, virtues that have continued to define his personal and professional life.
His educational journey spans virtually every level of formal education in Nigeria, leading to specialized training in urban and regional planning, geographical information science, and theology. His academic qualifications include OND, HND, Full Professional Diploma, MURP, M.Sc., M.Phil., Ph.D., and M.Div.
Professionally, he is a Registered Town Planner (RTP), a Fellow of the Nigerian Institute of Town Planners (FNITP), and a Fellow of the Institute of Policy Management and Development (FIPMD). He has served in teaching, research, urban planning, administration, and institutional leadership, contributing significantly to strategic development projects across Nigeria.
At The Polytechnic, Ibadan, he rose steadily through the academic ranks to become a Chief Lecturer without missing a promotion and served meritoriously as Dean of the Faculty of Environmental Studies. Beyond academia, he is admired for his humility, integrity, accessibility, and visionary leadership.
A devoted Christian and bi-vocational pastor, Tpl. Dr. Adebisi has shepherded Amazing Grace Baptist Church for many years while also contributing to social service through the Full Gospel Business Men’s Fellowship International and the Special Marshal Unit of the Federal Road Safety Corps. Happily married to Mrs. Sarah Kehinde Adebisi (JP), with children and grandchildren, his life remains a shining testimony to excellence in academia, professional distinction, spiritual commitment, and community development.
“To God alone be all the glory!”
Academic & Professional Journey
Early Education
Baptist Day School, Okaka; Local Authority Modern School, Ero-Omo; and Baptist High School, Idi-Araba, Saki.
Advanced Studies
Specialized studies in Urban & Regional Planning, GIS, Theology, and postgraduate research leading to a Ph.D.
Professional Recognition
Registered Town Planner and Fellow of major professional institutes in planning and policy management.
Legacy & Impact
Academic Excellence
Rose to the rank of Chief Lecturer and served as Dean of the Faculty of Environmental Studies.
National Development
Contributed to strategic planning initiatives including master plans and urban renewal projects across Nigeria.
Faith & Service
Served faithfully in ministry and community service through church leadership and public service organizations.
Leadership
Recognized for humility, integrity, accessibility, and visionary leadership in academia and public life.
Enduring Legacy
A life devoted to scholarship, professional distinction, spiritual commitment, and community development.