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Naziru Imam

Assistant Lecturer | Level Adviser

Faculty of Physical Science · Department of Chemistry

Specialization Analytical Chemistry

Office: Chemistry Department, Office No 2

Phone: 08091499349

Email: imam.naziru@fuoye.edu.ng

Biography

Naziru Imam is an award-winning academic, analytical chemist, and innovator at the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), Nigeria. Currently serving as an Assistant Lecturer in the Faculty of Physical Sciences, his career at FUOYE spans roles from Technologist and Graduate Assistant to full-time faculty member. He holds an MSc in Analytical Chemistry from the University of Ibadan, funded by a prestigious PTDF In-country Scholarship, and graduated as the best student in Chemistry during his BSc Chemistry studies at Umaru Musa Yar’adua University, Katsina.

With a research focus on analytical chemistry, environmental toxicology, and pollution indices, he published widely in reputable journals. His expertise includes assessing toxic heavy metals in food, paint, and soil ecosystems, as well as monitoring water quality across Nigeria.

At FUOYE, Imam plays a vital role in institutional growth and student development. As a member of the University Committee on Innovation, he co-led the conceptualisation and launch of the FUOYE Innovation Hub, designed its baseline bootcamps, and managed institutional digital visibility. He actively drives the Faculty's seminar and conference initiatives, serving on the Local Organising Committee for successive flagship events, including the 8th and 9th International Science Conferences (2025–2026).

A dedicated educator, Imam teaches across a broad chemistry curriculum—ranging from analytical and colloid chemistry to electrochemistry—and provides rigorous mentorship to students as an academic Level Adviser. Driven by the digital transformation of higher education, he leverages advanced digital competencies and AI research tools to optimise academic operations and scientific output, blending cutting-edge research with impactful leadership.

Research Interests

Naziru Imam is a member of the faculty at the Department of Chemistry, Federal University of Oye-Ekiti. His research interests focus on environmental issues aimed at closing the sustainability gap.

Qualifications

Selected Publications

  1. Assessment of Soil Pollution Index in Some Selected Automobile Repair Workshops. In: Upadhyay, R.K., Sharma, S.K., Kumar, V. (eds) Recent Advances in Transportation Systems. Lecture Notes in Intelligent Transportation and Infrastructure. Springer, Cham.
    Authors: Adeoye, A.O., Quadri, R. O., Imam N., I-bukun Omolade Arogundade, Ebunoluwa Deborah Faleye, Zaynab Yusuf, Olayide Samuel Lawal, Adigail Funmilayo Eneh & Nura Garba
    Recent Advances in Transportation Systems. Lecture Notes in Intelligent Transportation and Infrastructure. Springer, Cham. (2026)
  2. Assessment of heavy metal toxicity potential in the meat of randomly selected Cow and Goat slaughtered in Ado Ekiti Abattoir’s, Nigeria.
    Authors: 1. Abiodun Oluwatosin Adeoye, Naziru Imam, Rukayat Oluwatobiloba Quadri, Olayide Samuel Lawal
    Fountain Journal of Natural and Applied Sciences, 14(2). (2026)
  3. Comparative analysis of water quality in covered and uncovered hand-dug wells in Oye-Ekiti.
    Authors: Imam, N., Onaara, V. A., & Lawal, O. S.
    Proceedings of the Nigerian Society of Physical Sciences, 153-153. (2025)
  4. Proximate and Mineral Analyses of African Grapes (Lannea microcarpa) Roots for Nutritive and Therapeutic Application.
    Authors: Murtala, A., Imam, N., Barde, M. I., & Auwal, Y.
    Dutse Journal of Pure and Applied Sciences, 11(1b), 59-65. (2025)
  5. Assessing Environmental Impacts and Mitigation Strategies for the DFCCIL Rail Projects.
    Authors: Avesh, M., Imam, N., Adeoye, A.O.
    Energy, Environment, and Sustainability (2024)
  6. Pyrolysis of Plastic Wastes Towards Achieving a Circular Economy: An Advanced Chemistry and Technical Approach.
    Authors: Adeoye, A. O., Yelwa, J. M., Imam, N., Quadri, R. O., Lawal, O. S., Malomo, D., ... & Garba, H. A.
    Energy, Environment, and Sustainability. (2024)
  7. Progress on drinking water quality monitoring in the Northern part of Nigeria: a catalyst to achieving sustainable development goals.
    Authors: Imam, N., Nuraddeen Abdurrahman, Isah Abdulshakur Lawal, and Olayide S. Lawal
    FUDMA Journal of Sciences (2023)
  8. Proximate Analysis of Telfairia Occidentalis (Fluted Pumpkin) and Telfairia Pedata (Oyster Nut) Leaves Consumed in Katsina Metropolis: A Comparative Study.
    Authors: Auwal, Y., Barde, M. I., Imam, N., and Murtala, M.
    Recent Advances in Natural Sciences (2023)

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