Best Researcher Award
Terngu Nomishan
Federal University Lokoja, Nigeria
Terngu Nomishan the Best Researcher Award recognizes sustained scholarly activity, research productivity, and meaningful contributions to the advancement of knowledge. Terngu Nomishan, affiliated with Federal University Lokoja in Nigeria, is presented here in the context of archaeological and heritage research, with a publication record addressing public archaeology, cultural heritage management, historical development, entrepreneurship, urbanization, and conflict resolution. The available research record includes publications and preprints from 2024 and 2025, several of which are associated with persistent DOI identifiers. [1]
Abstract
Terngu Nomishan is a researcher associated with Federal University Lokoja, Nigeria, whose supplied scholarly record is situated primarily within archaeology and related heritage studies. His listed works examine public archaeology in Nigeria, the management and interpretation of cultural heritage, historical entrepreneurship in Tivland, the Kwagh-Hir cultural heritage tradition, and transportation’s relationship with urbanization in Lokoja. Together, these works illustrate an interdisciplinary orientation connecting archaeological inquiry with heritage management, history, anthropology, urban studies, and community-oriented research. [2]
Keywords
Terngu Nomishan; Best Researcher Award; Archaeology; Public Archaeology; Cultural Heritage; Heritage Management; Nigeria; Tivland; Kwagh-Hir; Historical Studies; Urbanization; Lokoja; Entrepreneurship; Conflict Resolution.
Introduction
Archaeology and heritage research in Nigeria encompass the study, interpretation, preservation, and contemporary use of material and intangible cultural resources. Research in this area increasingly intersects with questions of public engagement, community identity, historical memory, heritage governance, and sustainable management. Within this broader context, the supplied publication record of Terngu Nomishan addresses several dimensions of Nigerian historical and cultural research. [3]
Research Profile
The supplied profile identifies Terngu Nomishan with Federal University Lokoja in Nigeria and places his principal subject area within Archaeology. The reported Scopus author identifier is 57298304100, with four documents, 12 citations, and an h-index of 2 as provided in the source information for this recognition profile. These indicators represent bibliometric observations at a particular point in time rather than permanent measures of scholarly contribution. [1]
Research Contributions
The supplied works indicate several areas of contribution:
- Public archaeology: research on contemporary dynamics and challenges in public archaeology in Nigeria highlights the relationship between archaeological knowledge, public participation, and present-day heritage concerns.
- Cultural heritage management: work on heritage management in Africa considers historical narratives alongside contemporary challenges in managing cultural resources.
- Intangible cultural heritage: research concerning Kwagh-Hir explores the potential role of a cultural heritage practice in intra-ethnic conflict resolution among the Tiv of Central Nigeria.
Publications
The potential significance of this research profile lies in its engagement with questions that connect historical and archaeological knowledge to contemporary communities. Public archaeology can contribute to broader public understanding of archaeological heritage, while heritage management research can help frame discussions about preservation, interpretation, and changing historical narratives.
Award Suitability
The Best Researcher Award profile is aligned with the supplied evidence of active scholarly research in archaeology and heritage-related fields. Considerations supporting the nomination include the documented publication record, interdisciplinary subject coverage, identifiable DOI-linked research outputs, and engagement with issues relevant to Nigerian cultural heritage and historical development.
Based on the supplied record, relevant evaluation dimensions include:
- Research productivity: multiple scholarly outputs are identified across 2024 and 2025.
- Subject expertise: the research profile is centered on archaeology, cultural heritage, and related historical inquiry.
- Interdisciplinary relevance: the publications connect archaeological and heritage questions with urbanization, entrepreneurship, conflict resolution, and public engagement.
Conclusion
Terngu Nomishan’s supplied academic record presents a research profile focused on archaeology, cultural heritage, history, and related social and spatial questions in Nigeria. His listed works address public archaeology, heritage management, intangible cultural heritage, entrepreneurship in Tivland, and transportation and urbanization in Lokoja. The combination of these themes demonstrates a research orientation toward understanding the relationship between historical knowledge, cultural resources, communities, and contemporary challenges.
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References
- Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Terngu Nomishan, Author ID 57298304100. Scopus.
https://www.scopus.com/pages/authors/57298304100
- Nomishan, T. S., Gubam, D., & Ugwuanyi, J. K. (2025). Expanding Horizons: Contemporary Dynamics and Challenges in Public Archaeology in Nigeria. Preprint.
https://doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.5198382
- Ojediran, O. I., & Nomishan, T. S. (2025). Cultural Heritage Management in Africa: Unravelling Historical Narratives and Tackling Contemporary Challenges. Journal of Heritage, Archaeology & Management.
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17349387
- Ali, A., & Nomishan, T. S. (2024). Accessibility: The Role of Transportation on Urbanization in Lokoja, Nigeria, 1854–1991. Preprint.
https://doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.4863249
- Crossref. (n.d.). DOI registration and scholarly metadata records.