Professor Emeritus Andrew Godwin Onokerhoraye is a highly distinguished Nigerian scholar, academic administrator, and geography professor who served as the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Benin (UNIBEN) from 1992 to 1998. He achieved the historic milestone of becoming a full professor at the exceptionally young age of 31, reflecting his profound intellect and early dedication to academia. Over his long career, his extensive research and teaching in social geography, urban planning, and population studies have solidified his reputation as a foundational figure in African higher education and regional development.
Beyond his formal university career, Professor Onokerhoraye is the co-founder and Executive Director of the Centre for Population and Environmental Development (CPED), a prominent Nigerian non-governmental think tank. Through CPED, he has channeled his academic expertise into actionable advocacy, spearheading vital policy research on climate change adaptation, healthcare access, gender equity, and sustainable development within the Niger Delta region. His enduring legacy bridges the gap between rigorous academic inquiry and community-centered development, impacting both national policy and grassroots empowerment.
