Dr. Ajibua Michael Alayode

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Dr. Ajibua Michael Alayode

Dr. Ajibua Michael Alayode

IASC representative in the Nigeria

alayodeajibua@gmail .com

+2348038142303

http://www.iascfitness.org

About

Ajibua was born in Ido-Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria. He was exposed to sports at a tendered age because he grew up very close to a community sports facility. This inspired him to pursue a course of study in Physical Education and Sport Science. He is currently the Director of Sports at the Federal University of Technology, Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria. He has 30 years of experience in coaching and Training. He is the International Ambassador for the International Organization for Health Sports and Kinesiology in Nigeria. In March 2022, he was elected the Vice-President of the Nigerian University Games Association. Ajibua was appointed the coach of the Republic of the Gambia Junior National Soccer Team in 1996. He piloted the Steve Biko of the Gambia to the 1996 West African Football Union (WAFU) competition. He has won many medals and commendations at local, national, and international levels. Ajibua is an adjunct lecturer (swimming) with the Department of Fisheries and Aquaculture of the Federal University of Technology, Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria. He is a certified soccer coach and a certified professional teacher. He is also a researcher. He has published more than  45 articles in peer-reviewed journals. Besides, he is an author, fitness instructor, and the founder & President of the Institute of Sport, Exercise, & Health, Nigeria. and finally, he is a representative of the International Association of Strength and Conditioning in Nigeria.

Education & Licenses 

  • Ph.D. in Human Kinetics (Physical Activity and Health Promotion)
  • Master’s Degree in Physical Education
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Physical and Health Education
  • National Certificate in Physical and Health Education
  • Higher Diploma (‘A’ License) in coaching and Training (soccer)
  • Advance Certificate in Sport Stone Massage
  • International Certificate in Exercise Science

Experience

Within The Federal University of Technology, Akure, Ondo State

  • Director of Sports-2017 to Present
  • Chief Coach- 2012-2017
  • Principal Coach-2009-2012
  • Senior Coach-2004-2009
  • Coach 1 -2002-2004

Outside The Federal University of Technology, Akure, Ondo State

  • Sunshine Stars Football Club (Premier League Team)-2001-2002
  • Stationery Stores F.C of Lagos, Flaming Flamingos-1999-2001
  • The Gambia Junior National Football Team-1996-1997
  • Steve Biko F.C. of Bakau, the Gambia-1995-196

Academic and Professional Publications

  1. Book Publication
  • Ajibua M.A. (2021). Fundamentals of Soccer Coaching, Scrabath Nig. Co, Akure, Nigeria
  1. Peer-Reviewed Journals
  • Ajibua, M.A. (2004). Attacking through the Wings. The International Coaches Association Newsletter,
  • Ajibua, M. A. and Bello, A. B (2009). Enriching Sport Programmes through Athlete Endorsement in Nigeria.Journal of Physical Education and Research, Obafemi Awolowo University Ife, XIII, (2), 2000-2006.
  • Ajayi, M.O., Ajibua, M.A. and Momoh, D.M. (2009). Enhancing Nigeria Brand through   University Games.Journal of Physical Education and Research, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ife, XIII (2), 2014-2022.
  • Ajibua, M. A. and Momoh, D.M. (2010). Total Quality Management Approach: A Requirement for Rapid Sports Development in Nigeria. In J.F. Babalola, The Basis of Human Movement Education in the 21st A Book of Reading in Honour of Prof. Veronica C. Igbanugo of theDepartment of Human Kinetics, University of Ibadan, pp. 417-426.
  • Alla, J. B., Ajibua, M.A and Athanasius A. (2010). Nigerian Coaches and National Sport Development. International Journal of Research in Education, 2 (9), 96-100. (Ghana).
  • Ajibua, M.A. and Yakasai, M.G. (2011). Sponsorship. Journal of Educational Research and Development,A Journal of Faculty of Education, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria, 6(3), 153-158
  • Ajibua, M.A. and Bello, A.B. (2011). Perceived Benefits of Hosting National Sports Festival to Local Communities in Ekiti State, Nigeria. Journal of Physical Education and Research, Obafemi Awolowo University., Ife, XIV, (1), 2175-2182.
  • Alla, J.B. and Ajibua, M. A. (2011). Achieving “Flow State” in Sport through Periodization of Training Programmes. International Journal of Sport Sciences and Fitness. A Publication of School of Physical Education, Devi Ahilya University, Idore, India, 2(2), 315-328.
  • Alla, J.B. and Ajibua, M.A. (2012). Pattern of Leisure-Time Physical Activity Involvement among Academic and Non-Academic Staff of Tertiary Institutions in Ondo State, Nigeria. Sports Management International Journal (Choregia). A publication of Faculty of Human Movement and Quality of Life, University of Peloponnese, Sparta, Lakonia, Greece, 8(2), 56-67
  • Olorunsola, H. K. and Ajibua, M.A. (2012). Strategies for Managing Stress for Optimal Job Performance. International Journal of Psychological Studies. A Publication of Canadian Center of Science and Education, Canada,4 (2), 162-169.
  • Alla, J. B.  and Ajibua, M.A. (2012). Sources of Legal Liability among Physical Education Teachers. International Education Studies. A Publication of Canadian Center of Science and Education, Canada, 5(3), 193-199.
  • Alla, J.B and Ajibua, M.A. (2012). Administration of Sports and Physical Education in Nigeria. Higher Education Studies. A Publication of Canadian Center of Science and Education, Canada, 2 (1), 88-96.
  • Ajibua, M.A. and Yakasai, M.G. (2011). Doping: A Hole in the Heart of Sports.Journal of Research in Health and Sports Sciences. A Publication of the Department of Physical and Health Education, Bayero University, Kano, Nigeria, 11(1), 191-202.
  • Ajibua M.A. (2011) Sponsorship: Seeking Sponsors for Sport0ing Programmes. International Journal of Sports Sciences and Fitness,1(2),135-149. A Publication of School of Physical Education, Devi Ahilya University, Indore, India.
  • Ajibua, M. A. (2012). Understanding the Concept and Uniqueness of Sport Marketing.   International Journal of the 13thWest Africa University Games, 1 (1), 106-112.
  • Alla, J.B and Ajibua, M.A. (2012). Level of Physical Leisure-Time Activity Involvement of Academic and Non-Academic Staff of Tertiary Institutions in Ondo State. International Review of Social Sciences and Humanities,4 (1), 220-228. A Publication of Interdisciplinary Research Group in Social Sciences and Humanities
  • Ajibua, M.A., Olorunsola H.K. and Bewaji O. (2012). Perceived Motivational Factors   Influencing Leisure-Time Physical Activity Involvement among Employees of Tertiary Institutions in Ondo State. International Journal of Asian Social Sciences. A Publication of Asian Economic and Social Society, 3(1), 10-19.
  • Ajibua, M.A., Oladitan I.O, Oyerinde, O.O. & Bewaji, O.B (2013) The Status of Media Coverage of Sport in Nigeria: A Case Study of Print Media. Research on Humanities and Social Sciences. A Publication of International Institute for Science Technology and Education, U.S.A., 3(1), 189-193
  • Ajibua, M.A., Bello, A.B. and Bewaji, O.B. (2012). Reflecting on Physical Education   Curriculum in Nigeria.Journal of Health and Sport Sciences. A Publication of the Department of Physical and Health Education, Bayero University, Kano, 12 (1), 119-128.
  • Olaitan O.’L., Oyerinde, O.O., Dominic, O. l. Mohammed M.S and Ajibua, M.A. (2013). Incident of Lifestyle Associated Health Risks among Executives in South-west, Nigeria. Journal of Natural Sciences Research. A Publication of International Institute for Science, Technology and Education, United States of America (IISTE), 3(7), 59-65
  • Ajibua, M. A. and Igbokwe, N. (2013). Ball Possession as Determinant of Victory in Soccer.Developing Countries Studies. A Publication of International Institute for Science, Technology and Education (IISTE), 3(8), 1-7.
  • Ajibua M.A. Oladitan I.O. and Adeshina O.T. (2013). A Strategic Content Analysis of Media Reporting on Sports in Nigeria: A Case Study of National Newspapers.Journal of Education and Practice. A publication of International Institute for Science, Technology, and Education, USA 4(16), 31-37,
  • Ajibua, M.A., Olorunsola, H.K., and Alla, J.B. (2013). The Challenges of Workplace Physical Activity among Employees of Higher Institutions in Ondo State, Nigeria. Journal of Physical Education and Spor A Publication of Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, University of Pitesti, Romania, 13 (4), 612-617.
  • Oladitan, O. I, Ajibua, M.A, Fashogbon, B. A, Ajayi, M.O (2013). Influence of Leadership Style on Interpersonal Conflict Management among Teaching and Non—Teaching Staff in Secondary Schools in Osun State, Nigeria.Higher Education of Social Sciences. A Publication of Canadian Academy of Oriental and Occidental Culture, 6(1), 39-44.
  • Inegite I. and Ajibua, M. A.  (2014). Policy Implementation and Sport Development in Bayelsa State, Nigeria.Journal of Physical Education and Sport Management.  A Publication of American Research Institute for Policy Development, 1(1), 43-51.
  • Ajibua, M.A. and Yakassai, M.G (2012). Periodization: A Training Science for Optimal Sport Performance. International Journal of the 13thWest Africa University Games, 1 (1), 213-217. A Publication of the West African University Games Association.
  • Ajibua M.A. (2012). Understanding the Concept of and Uniqueness of Sport Marketing. International Journal of West African University Games, 1(1). A Publication of the West African University Games Association.
  • Ajibua, M.A, Alla, J.B. and Oyerinde, O.O. (2014). Perceived Motives for Leisure-Time Activity Involvement among Employees of Tertiary Institutions in Ondo State, Nigeria. Journal of Education and Human Development. A Publication of America Research Institute for Policy and Development, 1(1) 25-35.
  • Ajibua, M. A. Alla, J.B. and Oyerinde O.O., (2013). Designing Template for Talent Identification and Development in Sport, Higher Education of Social Science,A Publication of Canadian Research and Development Center of Sciences and Cultures, 7 (1), 128-132.
  • Alla, J. B., Ajibua M. A. and Olorunsola, H. K. (2010). Leisure Facility Sponsorship: An Invaluable Source of Funding for Leisure-Time Physical Activity Programmes Enhancement in Nigeria.Journal of Education and Practice, A Publication of International Institute for Science, Technology and Education (IISTE), 5(27), 16-20.
  • Ajibua, M. A. (2011).  Exploring Data Mining for Sport Development in Africa.Ilorin Journal of Education.  A Publication of Faculty of Education, University of Ilorin, Nigeria, 30, 1-13
  • Adesoye A.A. and Ajibua M.A. (2015) Exploring the Concept of Leisure and Its Impact on Quality of Life.American Journal of Social Research., 1(2), 77-84. A Publication of American Institute of Science, USA.
  • Alla J.B., Ajibua M. A. and Athanasius A. (2015). Assessment of Coaching Certification in Nigeria within Global Perspective.  Journal of Health and Sport Sciences. A Publication of the Department of Physical and Health Education, Bayero University, Kano, Nigeria, 14 (1),1-15
  • Adesoye, A.A., Ajibua M. A. & Ibraheem, T.O. (2015).  Organizational and Career Structure of Sports Centre/Units in Universities in Nigeria.Ilorin Journal of Health, Physical Education and Recreation, 2 (2). A publication of the Department of Human Kinetics, University of Ilorin, Kwara State, 7, 82-97
  • Ajibua, M.A. and Michael, P. (2016). The Relationship between Exercise Imagery and Exercise-Efficacy among University of Ibadan Students. International Journal of Independent Research Studies, 3(1), 14-21. A Publication of Asian Institute of Advance Research and Studies.
  • Adesoye, A.A. and Ajibua, M.A. (2017) Effects of Weather Conditions and Seasonal Variations on Leisure-Time Physical Activity Among Undergraduate Students of the Federal University of Technology, Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria. A Publication of the Educators Forum of Nigeria, University of Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria.
  • Adesoye, A.A. Obiyemi, O.O. Ibraheem, T. O, & Ajibua M.A. (2017). Gender Gap of Social Environment of Leisure-Time Physical Activity Among University Students in South-West Geo-Political Zone, Nigeria. Sport Management International Choregia 13(1) 47-56. A Publication of Greek Center for Sport Science Research, Sparta, Greece.
  • Ibraheem,T. O, Ajibua M.A., Dominic, O.L. (2018) Quantification of  Urban Leisure-Time Physical Activity (LTPA). Among University Students in South-west, Nigeria, Aussie-Sino Studies, Australia.
  • Adesoye A.A. Ajibua M.A. and Bewaji O.B. (2018) Leisure Activity Preferences among Undergraduate Students of the Federal University of Technology, Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria.  Ilorin Journal of Health Physical Education and Recreation. A Publication of the Department of Human Kinetics University of Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria.
  • Ajibua M.A. and Bewaji O. B (2020). Theoretical Approaches to Understanding Leisure-Time Physical Activity Behaviour.International Journal of Sport Science and Health Research. A Publication of the Department of Human Kinetics and Health Education, Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, Ondo State, Nigeria.
  • Ajibua M.A. and Onanuga O.A. (2020). Supportiveness of University Physical Environment on Undergraduate Student’s Participation in Leisure-Time Physical Activity in South-West Nigeria Central Europe Journal of Sport Sciences and Medicine, 33(4), 85-96. A Publication of Institute of Physical Culture Sciences Faculty of Health and Physical Education, University of Szczecin, Poland.
  • Ajibua M.A., Bewaji, O.B. and Olatunde, A.B. (2021). Exercise Prescription for Stages of Pregnancy and Postpartum Period. Journal of Education and Recreation Patterns,2(2), 40-50.A Publication of Faculty of Tourism, Necmettin Erbakan University, Konya, Turkey.