ABOUT US

Translation Studies Association in Nigeria was founded on November 20, 2019, at Delta State University, Abraka. It focuses on evolving trends in Translation Studies and research in Nigerian Indigenous Languages, Community Interpreting and Translation Pedagogy. Its temporary headquarters is at Delta State University, Abraka.

Our Mission

The Translation Studies Association in Nigeria is to serve as a unique avenue to provide research in translation studies and consultancy services and function in other activities which promote the fulfillment of the purpose and academic mission of the association.

Our Journal

The Journal for Translation Studies, published by Translation Studies Association in Nigeria , advances translation and interpretating research, especially in Nigerian and African contexts. Topics include translating Nigerian Indigenous Languages, Community Interpreting, Translation Pedagogy, ICT in translation and Curriculum Development. Each submission undergoes rigorous peer review to ensure academic excellence, fostering innovation and collaboration in Translation Studies.

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Meet Our Leaders

Our dedicated leadership team drives innovation, research, and excellence in Translation Studies across Nigeria and beyond.

Dr. Damola E. Adeyefa

Editorial Secretary

Lecturer in French, Translation & Cultural Studies University of Ibadan, Nigeria.

Marian Birma

Treasurer

French Studies, Freelance Translator & Interpreter Ahmadu Bello Bello University, Nigeria.

Dr. Aliy Abdulwahid Adebisi 

Public Relations Officer

Lecturer Arabic Studies & Translator University of Ilorin, Nigeria

Asst. Prof. Segun Afolabi

Web Manager

Freelance Translator/Interpreter & Asst. Professor University of Regina, Canada

Prof. Rita O. Mebitaghan 

President

Professor of French & Translation Studies, Freelance Translator, Delta State University, Nigeria.

Professor Adam A. Sirajudeen

Vice President

Professor of Arabic Studies, Translator Federal University of Lafia,  Nigeria.

Prof. Isaiah Bariki

Editor in Chief

Professor of French and Translation Studies, University of Illorin, Nigeria.

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Dr. Omotayo Olalere

Assistant Editorial Secretary

Lecturer in German and Translation Studies OAU, Ile-Ife, Nigeria

Dr. Uchenna Oyali

Secretary

Lecturer Department of English, University of Abuja, Nigeria.