Obafemi Awolowo University Ile-Ife Notable Alumni

Notable Alumni of OAU

• Wole Soyinka (1957) - Nobel Laureate in Literature, first African to be honored with the award.
• Olusegun Obasanjo (1958) - Former President of Nigeria.
• Chinua Achebe (1953) - Renowned author, best known for 'Things Fall Apart'.
• Femi Kuti (1980s) - Grammy-nominated musician, son of Fela Kuti.
• Oby Ezekwesili (1980s) - Former Nigerian Minister of Education and World Bank Vice President.
• Akinwumi Adesina (1980s) - President of the African Development Bank.
• Kayode Fayemi (1980s) - Governor of Ekiti State, Nigeria.
• Funke Akindele (1990s) - Nollywood actress and producer.