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FUOYE Academic Staff Profile
Dr. Joseph Olusoji OTUGBOYEGA
Lecturer II
Department of Environmental Management and Toxicology, Faculty of Life Sciences
Area of Specialization: Environmental Resources Management/ Environmental Monitoring and Assessment/ Environmental Toxicology
Biography
Dr. Otugboyega obtained his B.Sc. in Biochemistry from the University of Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria, in 2004. He has his M.Sc. in Environmental Resources Management from Lagos State University, in 2012 and Ph.D. in Environmental Management and Toxicology from Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun, Delta State Nigeria, in 2026. Dr. Otugboyega worked as a part-time lecturer with National Open University between 2014 and 2017. He joined the services of Federal University, Oye-Ekiti in 2021. He has been privileged to train and mentor several indigenous African students in the field of Environmental Management and Toxicology. He has attended and presented papers at several workshops and conferences, locally and internationally.
Research Interests
• Environmental toxicology
• Ecotoxicology
• Environmental Quality management
• Soil and water remediation
• Environmental Education
• Environmental Health
Qualifications
| Degree | Institution | Year |
|---|---|---|
| PhD | Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun, Delta State. | 2026 |
| M.Sc | Lagos State University | 2012 |
| PGDE | Usmanu Dan Fodiyo University, sokoto | 2010 |
| B.Sc | University of Ado- Ekiti, Ekiti State | 2004 |
Membership of Professional Bodies
Paper Presentation - Local
5th South-West Conference of the Nigerian Society for Microbiology, held at the Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State.
7th International Science Conference, Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Faculty of science.
23rd Annual Scientific Conference and General Meeting of Society for Experimental Biology of Nigeria (NISEB), held at the Federal University of Technology, Akure, Ondo State.
6th International Science Conference, Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Faculty of science.
Paper Presentation - International
Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry (Setac) Africa 11th Biennial Conference, Accra, Ghana
Undergraduate Project Supervision
Effect of crude oil contamination on soil physicochemical properties.
Environmental restoration of Petroleum hydrocarbons contaminated soil through sustainable Nano-phytoremediaton
Microbe-Assisted Phytoremediation for the Restoration of Crude Oil-Polluted Soils
Bioremediation of crude oil contaminated soil using bacteria consortium from Mechanic workshop soil
Biodegradation of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) by Microbial Consortia: Isolation, Characterization, and Degradation Efficiency
Occurrence and uptake of heavy metals in soil and plant associated with crude oil
Monitoring of Phytoremediation capacity of Bryophullum Pinnatum (BP) in the remediation of crude oil contaminated soil
Phytoremediation for a Sustainable Future: Integrating Plant-Based Strategies in Soil
Heavy Metal Concentrations and Associated Ecological Risks in Crude Oil-Contaminated Soils
Bioremediation as an Eco-Friendly Strategy for Remediating Petroleum-derived contaminants in Agricultural Soils
Biodegradation of Total Petroleum Hydrocarbons (TPH) in Crude Oil-Contaminated Soils: Natural Attenuation versus Bioaugmentation.
Bioremediation of Crude Oil-Contaminated Soil Using Bacterial Consortia Isolated from Dump Soils
Phytoremediation of Contaminated Soils Using Bryophyllum pinnatum: Efficacy and Mechanisms
Assessment of Trace Element Concentrations and Contamination Levels in Settled Dust from shops and stalls along Major Roadways in Oye, Ekiti State, Nigeria.
Screening of Indigenous Crude Oil-Degrading Bacteria from Poultry Soil for Bioremediation Potential
Stress Tolerance and Antioxidant Defense in Amaranthus retroflexus Exposed to Petroleum Hydrocarbon-Contaminated Soil
Synergistic Integration of nZVI and Microbial Consortia for Environmental Remediation
Remediation of Contaminated Soils Using Nanoscale Zero-Valent Iron (nZVI)
Isolation, Characterization, and Optimization of Crude Oil-Degrading Bacteria from Auto-Mechanic Workshop Soil
Occurrence, Uptake, and Bioaccumulation of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbon in Crude Oil-Contaminated Soil and Plants
Microbes assisted phyto remediation in reinstating crude oil contaminated soil
Influence of petroleum-derived contaminants on Maize shoot Morphology, Germination Dynamics and Fruit Yield in Tropical Agro ecosystems
Evaluation of antioxidant defense mechanisms and stress tolerance in B.P cultivated in Petroleum hydrocarbon polluted soil.
DISTRIBUTION, ECOLOGICAL AND HEALTH RISK ASSESSMENT OF POLYCYCLIC AROMATIC HYDROCARBONS AT AN ABANDONED AUTOMOBILE SCRAPPING AND WRECKING SITE IN ADO EKITI
INVESTIGATING TOXICITY POTENTIAL AND ECOLOGICAL RISK ASSESSMENT OF POTENTIALLY TOXIC ELEMENTS IN THE ENVIRONMENT OF AN ABANDONED AUTOMOBILE SCRAPPING AND WRECKING SITE IN ADO EKITI.
Course Teaching
Principles of Environmental Science
Principles of natural Resources and management
Methods in Environmental Analysis
Environment, Ecosystem and Man
Environmental Pollution studies
Natural Resources Conservation and Environmental Management
Environmental Health and Safety Management
Environmental aspects of Pesticides and other Toxicants’ Use
Seminar
Environmental Health
Occupational, Safety, Health and Environment
Waste Management and Control
Research Project
Separation Methods and Analysis
Structural Elucidation of Organic Pollutants
Custom Fields
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
i) Chairman, Nigerian Environmental Society, Ekiti State Chapter. (2024 – till date). ii) Member, National executive Council of the Nigerian Environmental Society. (2024 – till date). iii) Secretary to the Men’s Fellowship, Grace Covenant Centre Headquarters, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti state. (2019 – 2025). iv) Secretary to the Council, Foursquare Gospel Church, Haruna Street, Ifako – Ijaye, Lagos (Zonal Headquarters). (2012 – 2014). v) Ekiti State Co-Ordinator for Public Awareness and Environmental campaigns on ‘WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY’ in Federal University, Oye-Ekiti community and the general Public. Theme: ‘Land Restoration, Desertification and Drought Resilience’ on 5th June, 2024. vi) Guest speaker at the ‘NEMSTA WEEK’ for Nigerian Environmental Management and Toxicology Students’ Association, Federal University, Oye-Ekiti Chapter, Topic: ‘Expectations and Coping Strategies for Academic Excellence’ 21st July,2023. vii) Guest Lecturer at the Workshop Organized by Nigeria Erosion and Water Shed Management Project (NEWMAP), Ministry of Environment; for Ministries, Departments and Agencies in Ekiti State. Topic: ‘Impact of Erosion and Its Consequences on Agricultural Land and Infrastructure’ 17th -19th December, 2020
CONTRIBUTION TO THE NATION
)Guest Lecturer at the Venite University, Iloro-Ekiti, to commemorate the world environment day, June 5, 2026, on the Theme: “Climate Change” The event held at the University main auditorium. Nigerian Environmental society collaborated with Venite University to herald The World Environment Day. ii)Guest Speaker on Radio Nigeria, Progress FM 100.5, for Environmental Education and Public Sensitization on “Cost and Effects of Poor Waste Management”, 13th February, 2026. iii)Panelist at the Nigerian Youth Academy High Level Panel Discussion, organized by the Biological Working group of NYA, in Collaboration with the Ekiti state Polytechnic Health Center and the Students’ Union Government, on the 12th of February, 2026. Theme: “From Knowledge to Resilience: Educating Nigeria on the Environment-Health Nexus” iv) Guest Speaker on Radio Nigeria, Progress FM 100.5, for Environmental Education and Public Sensitization on ‘Plastic Pollution’, to commemorate the World Environment Day, 5th June, 2025. v) Guest Speaker on Radio Nigeria, Progress FM 100.5 on “Flooding, Causes, Effects and Mitigation” 5th July, 2025. vi) Health Sensitization Programme for some Landfill Dwellers in Sokoto Aiyekale Landfill, in collaboration with the Kwara State Ministry of Environment, Jan.- Feb., 2023 vii) Delegate member of Nigerian Environmental Society, Ondo state chapter, to Ayetoro Community in Ondo State on Environmental Assessment and Reconnaissance Survey of Ocean Surge and submerging of the Community, 21st September, 2022. viii) Delegate member of Nigerian Environmental Society, Ondo State chapter to the Chairman of OSOPADEC (Ondo State Oil Producing Areas Development commission) for Public Awareness and Sensitization of the government on the looming Environmental Disaster at Ayetoro Community and its possible attendant Consequences on Ondo State and deliberations on the way forward, 22nd September, 2022.
ADMINISRATIVE EXPERIENCE
• 2021 - 2026: Examination Officer, Environmental Mgt & Toxicology Dept., FUOYE • 2026 – Departmental PG Rep • 2021 - 2025: Member, Faculty of Science Curriculum Committee, FUOYE • 2024 - 2025: 400 Level Course Adviser, Environmental Mgt & Toxicology Dept., FUOYE • 2023 - 2025: Staff Adviser to the Nigerian Environmental Management and Toxicology Students’ Association, Federal University, Oye-Ekiti Chapter • 2023 - 2024: 300 Level Course Adviser, Environmental Mgt & Toxicology Dept., FUOYE • 2023: Member, Environmental Mgt & Toxicology Dept., Accreditation Committee • 2022 - 2023: 200 Level Course Adviser, Environmental Mgt & Toxicology Dept., FUOYE • 2021 - 2022: 100 Level Course Adviser, Environmental Mgt & Toxicology Dept., FUOYE • 2021 - 2022: Member, Faculty of Science Bulletin Committee, FUOYE
Selected Publications
Preliminary Approach to Reimagining of Polluted Soil Ecosystem: Identification and Utilization of Autochthonous Hydrocarbon Degrading Bacteria
Authors: i) Otugboyega, J.O., Otugboyega, O.O., Ayo, I.O.& Kamoru T. Aliu
Fudma Journal of science • 2026
Open publicationAssessment of environmental control policy elements’ somersaults in Ilupeju-Ekiti, Ekiti State
Authors: iv) Aderinola, A. A., Kupolati, D. T., Aregbesola, F. B., Muhammad, S. A., Aderinola, A. D., Obajaja, C. O., Madu, F. U., Otugboyega, J. O., Ayo, I. O., & Salami, K. D.
Journal of Science Research and Reviews • 2025
Open publicationAssessment of climate change mitigation policy elements in Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State
Authors: iii) Adejumo, A. A., Otugboyega, J. O., Obajaja, C. O., Madu, F. U., Ayo, I. O., Aregbesola, F. B., Agbeto, O. B., & Salami, K. D.
Journal of Science Research and Reviews • 2025
Open publicationImpact of crude-oil contamination on soil physicochemical properties.
Authors: ii) Adeyemi, O., & Otugboyega, J. O.
African Journal of general agriculture • 2025
Open publicationApplication of plant-based Nanopesticides Slimicides Against Slime-Producing Microorganisms
Authors: vii) Ojo, S.K.S., Ayo, I.O., Otugboyega, J.O., Oluwole, B.R., Ojo, A.M.
Handbook of Agricultural Biotechnology: Nanobiopesticides, Vol. I. • 2024
Open publicationMitigating Action of Nanobioherbicides from Natural Products on agricultural Produce. Hand book of Agricultural Biotechnology: Nanobioherbicides.
Authors: vi) Ojo, S.K.S., Otugboyega, J.O., Ayo, I.O., Ojo, A.M. Oluwole, B.R.
Hand book of Agricultural Biotechnology: Nanobioherbicides. Vol. II. • 2024
Open publicationGIS-Based Assessment of Irrigation Water Quality Index in Selected Farm Areas, South-Western, Nigeria.
Authors: xii) Adeyeye,J.A., Omotoso, T., Oloruntade, A.J., Otugboyega J.O.
Fuoye journal of Engineering and Technology, • 2023
Open publicationBiomonitoring and Biomathematical Modelling of Health Risks Associated with dumpsite grown Vegetables in Lagos state.
Authors: xi) Otugboyega, J.O., Madu F.U., Otugboyega, O.O., Adeyeye, J.O., Ojo, A.M.
Journal of Biological trace elements research • 2023
Open publicationPerceived Factors Influencing Preventive Practice of Cholera Among Mothers Attending Infant Welfare Clinic in Ekiti State University teaching hospital, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria.
Authors: x) Otugboyega, O. O., Otugboyega, J.O., Afolayan, S.O., Falade, O.R.
International Journal of Medicine, Nursing and Health sciences • 2023
Open publicationPreliminary investigation of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) concentration, compositional pattern, and ecological risk in crude oil-impacted soil from Niger delta, Nigeria.
Authors: ix) Faboya, O. L., Sojinu, O. S., Otugboyega, J. O.
Heliyon • 2023
Open publicationPhoto Gallery / Picture Evidence
