About Candidate

I hold a doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in Linguistics from the Tokyo University of Foreign Studies, Japan, in addition to a B.A. (2nd Class Honours, Upper Division) Linguistics and an M.A. Linguistics and African Languages degrees, which I obtained from the University of Port Harcourt.

Currently, I am a Professor of Linguistics, and a Visiting Scholar at the Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port Harcourt, with more than twenty years experience in teaching, research, administration, and community and professional service. By my training in language and linguistics, and the experience I have gained over the years, I can teach and examine students who are taking courses in language and linguistics, English language, and related areas.

I have had the privilege of teaching in different universities in Africa, including the University of Port Harcourt and the University of Botswana, and have occupied many leadership positions at various levels within and outside the university environment. Given my qualifications and experience, I look forward to an opportunity to teach at an international University where my professional, administrative, and leadership experience will be utilised.

Education

D

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

2003
Tokyo University of Foreign Studies

Linguistics

M

Master of Arts (M.A.)

1996
University of Port Harcourt

Linguistics and African Languages

B

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

1991
University of Port Harcourt

Linguistics

Work & Experience

P

Professor (Visiting Scholar)

July 26, 2024 - July 26, 2024
Ignatius Ajuru University of Education

Teaching, Research, University, Community and Professional Service, Academic Leadership

P

Professor

July 26, 2024 - July 26, 2024
University of Botswana

Teaching, Research, Administration, University, Community and Professional Service, Academic Leadership

A

Associate Professor

July 26, 2024 - July 26, 2024
University of Botswana

Teaching, Research, Administration, University, Community and Professional Service, Academic Leadership

S

Senior Lecturer

July 26, 2024 - July 26, 2024
University of Botswana

Teaching, Research, Administration, University, Community and Professional Service, Academic Leadership

S

Senior Lecturer

July 26, 2024 - July 26, 2024
University of Port Harcourt

Teaching, Research, Administration, University, Community and Professional Service, Academic Leadership

L

Lecturer I

July 26, 2024 - July 26, 2024
University of Port Harcourt

Teaching, Research, Administration, University, Community and Professional Service, Academic Leadership

L

Lecturer II

July 26, 2024 - July 26, 2024
University of Port Harcourt

Teaching, Research, University, Community and Professional Service

A

Assistant Lecturer

July 26, 1996 - July 26, 2024
University of Port Harcourt

Teaching, Research, University, Community and Professional Service

G

Graduate Assistant

July 26, 1995 - July 26, 1996
University of Port Harcourt

Teaching, Research, University and Community Service

Skills

Leadership
98%
Communication
99%
Time management
99%
Emotional Intelligence
99%
Teamwork
99%
Problem-solving
98%
Adaptability
99%
Creativity
98%
Computer Skills
98%