Our Innovation Community
Meet the researchers, students, mentors and advisors driving Babcock University's innovation and venture ecosystem forward.
Faculty Innovators
Babcock University researchers turning academic discoveries into real-world solutions.
Dr. Anokwuru Chinedu Ph.D.
Deputy Director, RIIC · BIV Board
Biosciences & Life Sciences
Dr. Anokwuru Chinedu serves as Deputy Director of the Research & Innovation Centre for Computing (RIIC), bridging cutting-edge computing research with BIV's commercialisation and startup pipeline.
Dr. Ajibade Ayodeji Ph.D.
Director, BEDC · BIV Board
Babcock Entrepreneurship & Development Centre (BEDC)
Dr. Ajibade Ayodeji directs the Babcock Entrepreneurship & Development Centre (BEDC), championing student-led ventures and career pathways that connect innovation to industry.
Dr. Ernest Onuiri Ph.D.
DAP & Curriculum Design, BIV Board
Bioinformatics & AI
Dr. Ernest Onuiri leads DAP and Curriculum Design on the BIV Board, ensuring that innovation and entrepreneurship are deeply embedded into Babcock's academic frameworks and programme delivery.
Prof. Adebayo Okonkwo
Professor of Biomedical Engineering
College of Engineering
Leading researcher in biomedical innovation with over 15 years of experience translating laboratory discoveries into clinical solutions.
Prof. 'Shade Kuyoro
Professor of Computer Science
Department of Computer Science, Babcock University
Prof. 'Shade Kuyoro is a Professor of Computer Science at Babcock University and a leading AI researcher specialising in machine learning, data intelligence, and intelligent systems. With extensive experience in academic leadership and applied research, her work drives real-world AI solutions across healthcare diagnostics, educational technology, and enterprise automation.
Prof. Emeka Nwosu
Professor of Agricultural Sciences
College of Agriculture
Dedicated to solving food security challenges through technology-driven agricultural innovations that empower smallholder farmers.
Dr. Fatima Aliyu
Senior Lecturer, Renewable Energy
College of Engineering
Focused on developing affordable renewable energy solutions for off-grid communities across Sub-Saharan Africa.
Join the BIV Community
Whether you're a researcher, student, mentor or investor — there's a place for you in the Babcock Innovation & Ventures ecosystem.