A Professor of Architectural Pedagogy and Governance Practices, Peter Aderonmu, has advocated a recalibration of Nigeria’s architectural compass to strengthen architectural design, professional practice, and educational standards in the country.
Aderonmu made the call while delivering the 23rd inaugural lecture of Redeemer’s University on Tuesday in Ede.
The lecture, titled “Bauhaus–Ecoles De Beaux Arts: The Tripod Impact of Professional Practice, Pedagogical Exploits and Administrative Stewardship,” focused on the evolving role of architecture in education, governance, and national development.
Speaking during the lecture, the professor stressed the need for architects to adopt holistic professional identities by functioning not only as designers but also as educators and administrators capable of shaping institutional and societal growth.
According to him, architectural excellence can be achieved through a “tripod framework” built on three interconnected pillars — professional practice, pedagogical exploits, and administrative stewardship.
He explained that the framework serves as a mutually reinforcing model for institutional development and disciplinary advancement within the architecture profession.
Aderonmu also urged university administrators and stakeholders in the education sector to uphold professionalism, pay closer attention to detail, carry out proper background checks, and demonstrate genuine concern for people within the academic environment.
He further called for periodic curriculum reviews to ensure deeper integration of ethics, sustainability, management studies, and curriculum decolonisation into architecture education.
According to the don, professionalism in architecture extends beyond licensing and technical competence to include ethical responsibility, social accountability, cultural responsiveness, and design intelligence.
The professor also proposed the introduction of structured exercises and practice-oriented teaching methods aimed at equipping students with skills in professional documentation and contract administration.
He said such measures would help bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world professional practice.
Aderonmu commended the Vice-Chancellor of Redeemer’s University, Shadrach Akindele, as well as members of staff of the institution, for their contributions to the growth and development of the university.
He, however, maintained that architecture education must continue to evolve through innovation, discipline, and effective governance in order to meet societal demands and align with global realities.
