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FUOYE Academic Staff Profile

Mr. Oladele John Awoniyi

Assistant Lecturer

Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Life Sciences

Area of Specialization: Environmental Microbiology and Molecular Biology

Biography

Awoniyi Oladele John is an Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Microbiology, Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), Nigeria. I hold a B.Sc. in Microbiology from the University of Agriculture, Makurdi, and an M.Sc. in Microbiology from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. I am currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Microbiology at Ahmadu Bello University.

My research interests include Environmental Microbiology, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, and Microbial Bioremediation, with a focus on the biodegradation of azo dyes using alkaliphilic bacteria. I have teaching, laboratory, and research experience, with scientific publication and conference presentations to my credit. I am a member of the Nigerian Society for Microbiologists (NSM) and am committed to excellence in teaching, research, and community service.

Research Interests

My research is focused on advancing Environmental Microbiology through the application of microbial biotechnology for the bioremediation of environmental pollutants, wastewater treatment, and the development of sustainable solutions to environmental challenges. I am particularly interested in exploring the metabolic and molecular potentials of microorganisms for environmental restoration and ecosystem sustainability.

Qualifications

DegreeInstitutionYear
Bachelor of Science Degree in MicrobiologyUniversity of Agriculture Makurdi Benue State2015
Master of Science Degree in MicrobiologyAhmadu Bello University Zaria Kaduna State2021

Membership of Professional Bodies

Nigerian Society for Microbiology Β· 2025
American Society for Microbiology Β· 2025

Paper Presentation - Local

Proximate composition and Microbiological Quality of Roasted Meats β€œBalangu and Suya” sold in Zaria, Nigeria. Β· 2020

UMYUK 1st Post graduate Students Conference.

Course Teaching

MCB 306 Β· 25/26/SECOND SEMESTER

Soil Microbiology

MCB 312 Β· 25/26 Session/SECOND SEMESTER

Microbial Ecology

MCB 404 Β· 25/26 Session /SECOND SEMESTER

Petroleum Microbiology

MCB 410 Β· 25/26 Session / SECOND SEMESTE

Agricultural Microbiology

Professional Skill

Data Analytics

Expertise in EXCEL, TABLAEU, POWER BÍ, SQL

Selected Publications

Detection of extended spectrum beta-lactamase genes in strains of Escherichia coli and Klesiella pneumonia isolated from recreational water and tertiary hospital waste water in Zaria, Nigeria.

Authors: H. I. Atta, S.M. Idris, B. Gulumbe & O. J. AWONIYI

International Journal of Environmental Health Research β€’ 2021

Open publication

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