The Board of Directors, comprising a distinguished cohort of scholars dedicated to advancing African-centered perspectives globally, plays a pivotal role in steering the PAUP’s mission. Professor Ademola O. Dasylva, hailing from Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, stands out as a prominent scholar of African and Oral literatures, recognized not only for his academic achievements but also for his leadership in coordinating cultural studies groups and spearheading impactful projects such as the University of Ibadan Museum Development Programme. Professor Kenneth Harrow, a Distinguished Professor of English at Michigan State University, has significantly contributed to the study of African cinema, literature, Diaspora, and Postcolonial Studies, reflecting his profound commitment to advancing the understanding of African literary and cinematic landscapes. Meanwhile, Professor Paul Lovejoy, a Distinguished Research Professor at York University, has become a leading authority in African Diaspora History, earning accolades such as the Distinguished Africanist Award for his impactful contributions to the scholarly community.

Further, Professor Mahmood Mamdani, the Herbert Lehman Professor of Government at Columbia University, has made notable. strides in studying African history and politics, earning recognition as one of the ‘Top 20 Public Intellectuals.’ Professor Funmi Olanisakin, the founding Director of the African Leadership Centre, showcases a commitment to conflict, security, and development in Africa through her leadership at the ALC. Renowned Pan-Africanist Professor Kwesi Kwaa Prah, Founder and Director of the Centre for Advanced Studies of African Society, is recognized for extensive involvement in conferences and organizations, culminating in the prestigious Kwame Nkrumah Award for Service to Pan-Africanism. Dr. Ebrima Sall, the Executive Secretary of CODESRIA, brings a wealth of experience in sociology and research, with notable leadership and publications in human rights and democracy in Africa. Finally, Dr. Bridget A. Teboh, an Associate Professor of History, specializes in African History, African-American Women’s History, Women’s and Gender studies, African Diaspora, and oral history. Her research on colonialism, historical biography, and contributions to various scholarly works showcase her dedication to understanding and preserving African history. This collective expertise, symbolized by the PAUP’s dedicated editorial board and directors, forms the cornerstone of our commitment to advancing African scholarship on a global scale.