Dr. Shogunle, Nathaniel Oluwaseyi
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DESIGNATION: Lecturer
BIOGRAPHY:
Dr. Oluwaseyi Nathaniel Shogunle Lectures in the Department of Religious Studies, Faculty of Arts, Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago – Iwoye, Ogun – State, Ngeria.
Seyi, specialises in Biblical Studies (Old Testament). His research interest includes Biblical Studies, Religious Phenomenology, Environmental Studies, Conflict & Peace Studies and Democratic Governance and Leadership. He holds a First Degree, Master’s and Doctorate Degrees in Religious Studies, from Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye, Ogun – State, Nigeria. He also holds Bachelor of Theology from UMCA Theological College, Ilorin, Kwara – State (an Affiliate of University of Ibadan) and a Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) from Uthman Dan Fodio University, Sokoto, Nigeria. He has published articles and essays in various areas of his research interests. He is a member of Nigerian Association for Biblical Studies (NABIS), National Association for the Study of Religion (NASR), International Association for the Study of Dreams (IASD), Society for Biblical Literature (SBL), and Certified Marketing Communications Institute of Nigeria (CMCIN).
He has attended and presented papers at both National and International conferences relating to his field of study and research interest.
DEPARTMENT: Religious Studies
CURRENT POSITION: Lecturer II
RESEARCH INTEREST:
- Biblical Studies
- Religious Phenomenology
- Environmental Studies
- Conflict & Peace Studies, and
- Democratic Governance and Leadership
INSTITUTIONS ATTENDED:
- Christian Studies, Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye 2014
- PGDE, Usman Danfodiyo University, Sokoto 2011
- A., Christian Religious Studies, Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye 2008
- A. Religious Studies, Olabisi Onabanjo University Ago-Iwoye, Ogun-State 2015
- Bachelor of Theology, UMCA Theological College, Ilorin (An Affiliate of the University of Ibadan) 2006
MEMBERSHIP OF PROFESSIONAL BODIES:
- Nigerian Association for Biblical Studies (NABIS)
- Nigerian Association for the Study of Religions (NASR)
- Society for Biblical Literature (SBL)
- Certified Marketing Communications Institute of Nigeria (CMCIN)
- International Association for the Study of Dreams (IASD)
COURSES TAUGHT:
HARMATTAN SEMESTER
COURSE CODE TITLE UNITS
- CRS 121 Hebrew Grammar Elementary 2
- CRS 115 The Biblical World of the Old Testament 3
- CRS 215 Introduction to the Old Testament 3
- CRS 305 Classical Hebrew 3
- CRS 411 History and Religion of Israel from Abraham to the
Fall of Judah 3
- CRS 417 Ethics: Theological and Non-Theological 2
RAIN SEMESTER
COURSE CODE TITLE UNITS
- CRS 120 Hebrew Grammar and Syntax 2
- REL 104 Introduction to Social Anthropology 2
- CRS 224 The Book of Genesis 2
- CRS 306 Hebrew Composition and Translation 3
- CRS 314 Old Testament Theology 3
- CRS326 Prophecy in the Old Testament 2
RESEARCH CONDUCTED:
- The Challenge of Boko Haram and National Development in Nigeria.
The research explores issues bordering on religion and national security and its implication for national sustainable development. This is done within the purview of religious, tribal and sectarian conflicts; especially the challenge of the religious-militant group known as Boko Haram. The purpose of the research is to explore the possibility of using religion to foster peace and peaceful-coexistence among Nigerians, which will engender sustainable growth and development.
- Prayer Hills & Mountains and their Theological Implications for Christians in Yorubaland. A joint research with the Department of Religious Studies, OOU.
The research examines the drift to Prayer Hills & Mountains among contemporary Aladura Churches and Christians at large in Nigeria, and this has aroused theological concern, as this practise has engendered negative dispositions that certain “special” prayers can only be answered upon attendance of religious Hills & Mountains, coupled with the attendant exploitation, abuse and charismatic brigandage that often characterise such religious meetings. The research is undertaken from the theological standpoint that while such religious pilgrimage may lead to separation to and for God, it should not be assumed to be an end in itself, as God answers prayers anywhere and everywhere.
- Religious Use of Water for Healing and their Biological/Health Implications. A joint research with Dr (Mrs) O. A. Akintan and Dr (Mrs) Egberongbe.
Waters throughout human history has been used not only for daily human activities but as well for healing and restorative purposes. In African Religion; such healings and blessings are reportedly common among adherents of these goddesses. Same could also be said among Christians in Nigeria, especially the Aladura Churches that throng ‘Christian’ sacred waters, wells, and fountains in pursuit of healings, financial and material blessings, fruitfulness etc. However, these waters drank and generally used by these adherents in pursuit of spiritual healings, blessings and revitalisation has serious biological and micro-biological implications to human health and wellbeing, with far-reaching and devastating health implications. It is this problem that this research undertakes from both Religious and Biological perspectives.