About
Dr Oluseye David Oyeniyi is a Lecturer in New Testament Studies in the Department of Philosophy and Religion, Mountain Top University, Ogun State, Nigeria, where he also serves as Postgraduate Coordinator. He is a biblical scholar specialising in New Testament Studies, with research interests in Biblical Literature, New Testament Greek, exegesis, intertextuality, biblical ethics, and the contextual interpretation of the New Testament in African and Nigerian societies.
Dr Oyeniyi holds a PhD in New Testament Studies from the University of Ibadan, an MA in Religious Studies from Obafemi Awolowo University, and a BA (Hons) and Diploma in Religious Studies from the University of Ibadan. He also holds a Bachelor of Theology (BTh) from UMCA Theological College, Ilorin. His academic work employs exegetical, grammatico-historical, literary, and contextual approaches to explore the theological and ethical significance of biblical texts for contemporary African contexts.
He has published scholarly articles in peer-reviewed journals, including HTS Teologiese Studies/Theological Studies and the Pan-African Journal of Theology. His recent publications engage themes such as marital stability, righteousness, Christian ethics, materialism, biblical leadership, and the contextual relevance of New Testament texts to contemporary Nigerian and African societies.
Dr Oyeniyi is committed to excellence in teaching, postgraduate supervision, biblical scholarship, and the responsible application of New Testament research to contemporary religious, ethical, and social challenges. He is a member of relevant scholarly associations, including the Nigerian Association for Biblical Studies (NABIS), the Nigerian Association for Christian Studies (NACS), and the Association for the Study of the Sociology of Religion (ASSOSSER).
Academic Qualifications
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PhD — Religious Studies - Biblical Studies - New Testament
University of Ibadan • 2021
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M.A — Religious Studies - Biblical Studies - New Testament Studies
(b) Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife • 2014
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B.Th — Theology
(d) United Missionary Church of Africa (UMCA), Ilorin • 2011
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B.A — Religious Studies
University of Ibadan • 2010
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Dip. RS — Religious Studies
University of Ibadan • 2006
Professional Bodies & Associations
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Research Publications
Peer-reviewed articles, books, and academic contributions grouped by year
2026
5 publications
2025
5 publications