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Fidelis Odedishemi Ajibade

Also known as: Fidelis Odedishemi Ajibade

Research areas: Environmental Science · Waste Management and Disposal · Wastewater Treatment and Reuse · Heavy metals in environment · Constructed Wetlands for Wastewater Treatment

ORCID iD 0000-0001-8095-1583
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Dr. Fidelis Odedishemi Ajibade is a Lecturer and Researcher in Civil and Environmental Engineering at the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), Nigeria, with expertise spanning water resources engineering, wastewater treatment, biochar applications, eco-technologies, and environmental sustainability. Recognized among the Top 500 Researchers in Nigeria (2021–2025) by Scopus (SciVal), he is widely regarded for his impactful contributions to sustainable water and environmental management.
Dr. Ajibade holds a PhD in Environmental Engineering from the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing (2022), supported by the CAS–TWAS President’s Scholarship. He also earned an M.Eng. in Water Resources and Environmental Engineering from FUTA (2014) and a B.Eng. in Agricultural Engineering from the University of Ilorin (2009). His doctoral research on biochar augmentation in constructed wetlands for wastewater treatment reflects his commitment to nature-based and innovative solutions for environmental remediation.
At FUTA, he teaches both undergraduate and postgraduate courses in hydrology, water supply and sewage systems, construction management, environmental engineering, and wastewater treatment design, while supervising research at multiple levels. His pedagogical approach emphasizes problem-solving, innovation, and real-world application.
A prolific scholar, Dr. Ajibade has published extensively in high-impact journals such as Bioresource Technology, Science of the Total Environment, Environmental Research, Chemosphere, and Journal of Hazardous Materials. He has also co-authored book chapters with leading publishers including Elsevier, Springer Nature, Wiley, and Taylor & Francis, collaborating with international experts on global environmental challenges.
He serves as an Editorial Board Member for Discover Applied Sciences (Springer), a Guest Editor with Frontiers in Environmental Science, and as a peer reviewer for over 40 international journals. His excellence has been recognized with multiple Vice-Chancellor’s awards at FUTA for landmark scientific publications and citations (2022–2024). He has also benefited from international research grants and fellowships, including the National Natural Science Foundation of China and the Beijing Science and Technology Project.
Beyond academia, Dr. Ajibade demonstrates leadership in community service as an Pastoral Assistant at Living Faith Church (Winners’ Chapel) FUTA, alongside key administrative roles within the university, including his current appointment as Sub-Dean, School of Infrastructure, Minerals and Manufacturing Engineering.
Dr. Ajibade’s career is anchored in innovation, global collaboration, and sustainable impact, positioning him as a leading voice in engineering education, environmental policy, and applied research for sustainable development.

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