Anayo Ikegwu | Software Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Anayo Ikegwu | Software Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Lecturer at Veritas University Abuja, Nigeria

Dr. Anayo Chukwu Ikegwu is a dynamic academic, researcher, and IT consultant with deep expertise in Big Data Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, and Mobile Health Computing. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science (Big Data Analytics) from Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike and is currently concluding a second Ph.D. in Cybersecurity at the same institution.

Profile:

Areas of Interest:

  • Big Data Analytics / Data Science

  • Machine Learning / Artificial Intelligence

  • Cybersecurity

  • Mobile Health Computing

Academic Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in Cybersecurity (in view), 2024 – Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike

  • Ph.D. in Computer Science (Big Data Analytics), 2017–2023 – AE-FUNAI

  • M.Sc. in Information Technology, 2015–2017 – NOUN

  • B.Sc. in Computer Science, 2008–2012 – Ebonyi State University

  • WAEC/NECO, 1999–2004 – Urban Model Secondary School

  • FSLCE, 1990–1995 – Ole Okibe Primary School

Current Position:

Lecturer I – Veritas University, Abuja
Postgraduate Committee Member – Department of Computer and Information Technology
Faculty Journal & Conference Committee Member – Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences

Recent Positions:

  • Facilitator – National Open University of Nigeria (2024–Present)

  • Data Science Trainer – Veritas University (2024)

  • Senior Consultant – AIC-Analyst Info. Consulting Ltd (2018–2023)

  • ICT HOD/Facilitator – DoveNet eSolutions Ltd (2015–2017)

Professional Memberships:

  • Member, Nigeria Computer Society (NCS)

  • Member, Nigeria Foundation for Artificial Intelligence (NFAI)

  • Member, IEEE

  • Member, ACM

  • State Organising Secretary, NOUN Alumni Association

Technical Skills:

Python, MS Office, PHP/MySQL, Oracle 11g, WordPress, CorelDraw, Photoshop, Visual Studio, Google Workspace, Canva

Interpersonal Strengths:

  • Problem-solving through analytics

  • Strong communication & mentoring skills

  • Conflict resolution & team management

Certifications:

  • Oracle Certified Administrator – AfriHUB Nigeria

  • Digital Marketing Professional – Google

  • Jobberman Soft Skills Training – 2022

  • Certificates of Excellence in Reviewing – IEEE, Springer, Elsevier, and others

Academic Supervision:

  • Master’s Projects: Completed (1), Ongoing (2)

  • PGD Projects: Completed (1)

  • Undergraduate: Numerous

Publications & Research Impact:

  • Peer-Reviewed Journals: 15

  • Conference Papers: 9

  • Book Chapters: 2

  • Mini Book & Thesis Works: 3

  • Google Scholar Citations: 439 (h-index: 5)

  • Scopus Citations: 253 (h-index: 5(6))

Extracurricular Activities:

  • Public speaking on career development

  • Interactive game design for children

  • Sports (swimming), reading, travelling

Citation Metrics:

  • Total Citations: 455

  • Citations since 2020: 452

  • h-index: 5

  • h-index since 2020: 5

  • i10-index: 5

  • i10-index since 2020: 5

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