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Career Profile

Dr. Oluwasogo Adekunle Okunade is a Senior Lecturer and Head of the Department of Computer Science, Faculty of Computing, National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), Abuja, Nigeria

Biography

He is a seasoned academic and distinguished scholar with extensive experience in Computer Science education and research. He holds a B.Sc. in Computer Science from the University of Ilorin and an M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Computer Science from the prestigious University of Ibadan—Nigeria’s premier academic institution. With over a decade of teaching and research experience, he has served in various academic roles across a range of higher education institutions in Nigeria, including Colleges of Education, Polytechnics, and Universities. His academic journey reflects a deep commitment to advancing knowledge and nurturing the next generation of computer scientists. He currently serves as the Head of the Department of Computer Science at the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), where he is also a Senior Lecturer. In this role, he plays a pivotal role in shaping the department’s academic and research direction, driving innovation, and fostering excellence in open and distance learning.

Research Interests

His research centres on developing innovative methodologies to enhance cybersecurity frameworks and optimise intelligent computing systems. He has made impactful contributions to these fields through scholarly publications, conference presentations, and collaborative research initiatives, advancing both theoretical and practical knowledge in Computer Science.

Publications and Academic Contributions

Dr. Okunade is a distinguished academic and researcher with an impressive portfolio of publications in high-impact journals, renowned conference proceedings, and scholarly books. His research expertise lies at the intersection of machine learning, cybersecurity, and data-driven decision-making systems. With a strong commitment to interdisciplinary inquiry, he integrates Artificial Intelligence (AI) with Information Security and Software Engineering to develop innovative solutions to complex technological and societal challenges.

As a transformative academic leader at the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), Dr. Okunade has made significant contributions to curriculum development, quality assurance, and institutional innovation. He has served on numerous high-level university committees, where his insights have shaped academic policy and strategic direction. A passionate advocate for technology-enhanced learning, he has played a pivotal role in advancing e-learning initiatives, promoting inclusive access to education, and fostering a culture of academic excellence.

Academic Leadership and Mentorship

As Head of the Department of Computer Science, Dr. Okunade is deeply committed to cultivating a dynamic environment of academic excellence, research innovation, and impactful student mentorship. He has successfully supervised numerous postgraduate and undergraduate research projects, empowering students with the knowledge, critical thinking, and practical skills needed to excel in the ever-evolving computing and information technology fields. His leadership inspires a forward-thinking academic culture that nurtures future innovators and problem-solvers.

Contact Information

📍 Office:      Department of Computer Science, Faculty of Computing,

National Open University of Nigeria, Abuja, Nigeria

✉️Email: aokunade@noun.edu.ng
🌐 Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=GTodG8UAAAAJ&hl=en&oi=ao

🌐 ORCID: 0000-0002-1625-8749

 Phone: +234(0)8067646449

Oluwasogo Adekunle Okunade

02524

Headquarter

Computing

Computer Science 

Senior Lecturer

Lecturer

aokunade@noun.edu.ng

B.Sc. Computer Science (Ilorin),

PGD Distance Education (NOUN),

M.Sc. and Ph.D. Computer Science (Ibadan)

2021- Date Senior Lecturer National Open University of Nigeria Full Time
2015 – 2021 Lecturer I National Open University of Nigeria Full Time
2011 – 2014 Lecturer II National Open University of Nigeria Full Time
2010 – 2011 Lecturer III The Polytechnic Ibadan, Ibadan. Full Time
2009 – 2010 IT Instructor karROX IT Training Centre, Ibadan. Full Time
2006 – 2007 Assistant Lecturer WOLEX Polytechnic, Iyana Ipaja, Lagos Full Time

 

  1. Emmanuel Gbenga Dada, Aishatu Ibrahim Birma, Abdulkarim Abbas Gora, Oluwasogo Adekunle Okunade and Abubakar Hassan. (2025). Hybridized light gradient boosting and whale optimization algorithm for diabetes detection. World Journal of Advanced Engineering Technology and Sciences. 15(02), 1966-1981. Article DOI: https://doi.org/10.30574/wjaets.2025.15.2.0760
  2. Olayemi Mikail Olaniyi, Bello Kontagora Nuhu, Oluwasogo Adekunle Okunade, Uchenna Christiana Ezeanya3, Chimdiebube Emmanuel Eke. (2025). Deep Neural Networks for Intelligent Voice Authentication Systems in Large-Scale Electronic Voting. Computer Engineering and Applications 14(1), pp 22-37
  3. Foluso, A. A., Ajao, J. F. Okunade, O. A. and Ekundayo, O. (2024). Enhancing Short-Term Load Forecasting Precision with Hybridized RUN and LSTM Model. Wellspring University Journal of Science and Computing. 1(2), pp 36-50.
  4. Oluwasogo Adekunle OKUNADE, Victor Enemona OCHIGBO, Emmanuel Gbenga DADA, Oluyemi Mikail OLANIYI and Oluwatoyosi Victoria OYEWANDE. (2024). Machine Learning for Health Insurance Prediction in Nigeria. ABUAD Journal of Engineering Research and Development (AJERD). 7(2), 541–554. DOI: https://doi.org/10.53982/ajerd.2024.0702.52-j
  5. Olanrewaju, B. S., Pius, C. K., Okunade, O. A. and Osunade, O. (2024). Design and Implementation of a Decision System for Chatbot Applications. IOSR Journal of Electronics and Communication Engineering (IOSR-JECE). e-ISSN: 2278-2834, p- ISSN: 2278-8735. Vol. 19(6) Ser. 1, PP 33-40. www.iosrjournals.org
  6. Oluwasogo Adekunle Okunade, Christiana Uchenna Ezeanya, Emmanuel Gbenga Dada, Adako Kwanashie and Oluwatoyosi Victoria Oyewande (2024). An Investigation into the Effectiveness of Automated Testing Methods for Android Applications Using FATTDroid Framework. Pacific Journal of Science and Technology. Akamai University. 25(2): 64-80.
  7. Ibrahim Baba Suleiman, Oluwasogo Adekunle Okunade, Emmanuel Gbenga Dada and Uchenna Christiana Ezeanya1. (2024). Key Factors Influencing Students’ Academic Performance. Springer Open Journal of Electrical Systems and Information Technology. 11(41). 1-18. https://doi.org/10.1186/s43067-024-00166-w
  8. Oluwasogo Adekunle Okunade, Raymond Ternenge Igbudu and Emmanuel Gbenga Dada. (2024). PEDLA Detection Model for Crypto-Ransom-Ware. Arid Zone Journal of Basic and Applied Research, Faculty of Sciences, Borno State University. Vol. 3(4). org/10.55639/607.050403
  9. Oluwasogo Adekunle Okunade, Oluwaseyitan Osunade, Babatunde Seyi Olanrewaju, Ademola Abiodun Omilabu and Opeyemi Akanbi. (2024). A Uniform Resource Locator Shortener Using Accented Characters. KASU Journal of Computer Science. 1 (3), pp. 423-437. Online ISSN: 1597-2216. Print ISSN: 1597-2178 www.kjcs.edu.ng. https://doi.org//10.47514/kjcs/2024.1.3.001
  10. Okunade O. A., Chamo Y. Y., Dada E. G., Ajao J. F., and Ezeanya C. U. (2024). Hybrid Encryption System with Initialization Vector for Secure Data Transmission. University of Ibadan Journal of Science and Logics in ICT Research. UIJSLICTR 12(1), pp 98 – 109. https://journals.ui.edu.ng/index.php/uijslictr
  11. Oluwasogo Adekunle Okunade, Oluwaseyitanfunmi Osunade, Ademola Abiodun Omilabu, Babatunde Seyi Olanrewaju and Ayo Nureni Akande. (2024). Queue Management Application for Healthcare Providers. Covenant Journal of Informatics & Communication Technology. Vol. 12(1), pp 1 – 18. https://journals.covenantuniversity.edu.ng/index.php/cjict/issue/view/325
  12. Olanrewaju Babatunde Seyi, Okunade Oluwasogo Adekunle, Osunade Oluwaseyitanfunmi, Akilo Babalola Eyitemi and Ebiyomare Oke Jonathan. (2024). A Web-Based Real Estate Marketplace for Students in Public Tertiary Institutions in Nigeria. International Journal of Advances in Engineering and Management (IJAEM). 6(6), pp: 928-936 www.ijaem.net ISSN: 2395-5252. DOI: 10.35629/5252-0606928936 |Impact Factorvalue 6.18| ISO 9001: 2008 Certified Journal.
  13. Enesi C. Majebi, Henry U Agbebaku, Eunice A. Adegbola, Eucharia C. Ume, Sefinat O. Omuya & Oluwasogo A. Okunade. (2023). Student Perception on the Mode of Facilitation of National Open University of Nigeria: A Case Study of Apapa Study Centre. West African Journal of Open and Flexible Learning (WAJOFEL). ISSN 2276-6472Vol 12(1)
  14. Jumoke F. Ajao, Oluwasogo A. Okunade and Abdulalzzez O. Ajao. (2023). Recurrent Neural Network (RNN) for Igbo Handwritten Character Recognition. The Pacific Journal of Science and Technology, Akamai University. Vol 24(2), pp 38 – 46.

https://www.akamai.university/pacific-journal-of-science-and-technology.html

  1. Babatunde Seyi OLANREWAJU, Oluwaseyitanfunmi OSUNADE, Oluwasogo Adekunle OKUNADE, Ademola Abiodun OMILABU, Omokehinde O. DEJI-AKINPELU and Damilola Matthew ELEGBELEYE (2022). Performance Evaluation of Traffic Offloading Between Mobile Cellular and Wireless-Fidelity Networks. KWASU Journal of Information Communication and Technology (KJICT.) Vol. 1(1), URL: http://kjict.ng/

 

  1. Okunade, O. A., Osunade, O., Olanrewaju, B. S., Ogundipe, O. and Abiodun, A. (2022). Prioritisation of Emergency Vehicles Using Intelligent Road Traffic Management and Control System. FUW Trends in Science & Technology Journal. Vol. 7 (2), pp. 821 – 826
  2. Okunade Oluwasogo Adekunle, Olanrewaju Babatunde Seyi and Ajao Jumoke Falilat (2020). Demographic Factors and Status as Predictors of Open and Distance Learning Students Academic Performance in Computer Science. Journal of Communication in Physical Sciences, University of Nigeria Nsuka. 6(2), pp. 915-926. https://journalcps.com/index.php/volumes
  3. Obasa Mustapha Adeyinka, Okunade Oluwasogo Adekunle and Osunade Seyi (2020). Performance Evaluation of AODV and OLSR with Varying Number of Nodes and Fragmentation Threshold. Journal of Communication in Physical Sciences, University of Nigeria Nsuka. Vol. 6(2), pp. 899-909. https://journalcps.com/index.php/volumes
  4. Okunade Oluwasogo Adekunle, Afolorunso Adenrele and Adebayo Adegboyega. (2020). Evaluation of Time Complexities of Bayesian Vs Hybridized Word Stemming Techniques for Advanced Fee Fraud Emails Filtering. Journal of Communication in Physical Sciences, University of Nigeria Nsuka. 7(1), pp. 40-44. https://journalcps.com/index.php/volumes
  5. Oluwasogo Adekunle Okunade (2019). Bayes Theorem for Maximum Daily Cash Transaction Limit Enforcement in Nigeria Cash-Lite Economy. The Pacific Journal of Science and Technology, Akamai University. 20(2). Pp.151-160 http://www.akamaiuniversity.us/PJST.htm
  6. Oluwasogo Adekunle Okunade (2019). Hybridized Intrusion Detection and Prevention System Using Static IP Address. Covenant Journal of Informatics & Communication Technology. 5(1). Pp 10-20
  7. Okunade, O. A. (2019). Improved Electronic Mail Classification Using Hybridized Root Word Extractions. FUDMA Journal of Sciences (FJS) ISSN online: 2616-1370 ISSN print: 2645 – 2944. Vol. 3(1). Pp 56 – 64
  8. Okunade Oluwasogo Adekunle and Osunade Oluwaseyi (2018). A Security Architecture for Software Defined Network (SDN). FUDMA Journal of Sciences (FJS). ISSN: 2616-1370. Vol. 2(2). Pp. 28 – 36
  9. Oluwasogo Adekunle Okunade, Oluwaseyi Osunade & Emmanuel Gbenga Dada (2018). Security Algorithm for Preventing Malicious Attacks in Software Defined Network (SDN). Covenant Journal of Informatics & Communication Technology. 6(2). Pp 51-63
  10. Oluwasogo Adekunle Okunade, Oluwaseyi Osunade and Emmanuel Gbenga Dada. (2018). Information and Communication Technology: A Contributor to Development and Access to Education. NOUN Journal of Physical and Life Sciences. Vol 2(1). Pp 112-125, ISSN: 2645-2480 www.njpls.nou.edu.ng; njpls@noun.edu.ng
  11. Dada Emmanuel Gbenga, Joseph Stephen Bassi and Okunade Oluwasogo Adekunle (2017). Primal-Dual Asynchronous Particle Swarm Optimisation (pdAPSO) Hybrid Metaheuristic Algorithm for Solving Global Optimisation Problems. American Journal of Engineering Research (AJER) e-ISSN: 2320-0847 p-ISSN: 2320-0936 Vol. 6(4). Pp-60-71 www.ajer.org Research Paper Open Access www.ajer.org Page 60
  12. Okunade, O. A. (2017). Manipulating E-Mail Server Feedback for Spam Prevention. Arid Zone Journal of Engineering, Technology and Environment, Faculty of Engineering, University of Maiduguri, Maiduguri, Nigeria. Print ISSN: 1596-2490, Electronic ISSN: 2545-5818, www.azojete.com.ng Vol. 13(3). Pp 389-397
  13. Okunade, O. A. (2017). Security Architecture for Thin Client Network. Arid Zone Journal of Engineering, Technology and Environment, Faculty of Engineering, University of Maiduguri, Maiduguri, Nigeria. Print ISSN: 1596-2490, Electronic ISSN: 2545-5818, www.azojete.com.ng Vol. 13(6). Pp 801-809
  14. Dada, E. G., Bassi1, J. S. and Adekunle, O. O. (2017) An Investigation into the Effectiveness of Machine Learning Techniques for Intrusion Detection. Arid Zone Journal of Engineering, Technology and Environment, Faculty of Engineering, University of Maiduguri, Maiduguri, Nigeria. Print ISSN: 1596-2490, Electronic ISSN: 2545-5818, www.azojete.com.ng Vol. 13(6). Pp 764-778
  15. Okunade Oluwasogo Adekunle. (2017). Enhance ATM Transaction Security Using Fingerprint and GSM Technology. Journal of Science, Technology, Mathematics and Education (JOSTMED). 13(2). Pp 55-62.
  16. Okunade Oluwasogo Adekunle. (2017). Automatic ATM Reset Operation in Anti-Skimming Device for Down-Time Reduction. Journal of Science, Technology, Mathematics and Education (JOSTMED). 13(2). Pp 29-37.
  17. Olaniyi Ademola. S and Okunade O.A. (2011). A Fuzzy Time Series Approach to Enrolment Forecasting. African Journal of Computing & ICT. 4(2), Issue 2, pages 41- 46.

Refereed Conference Proceedings

  1. Adenrele A. Afolorunso, Adegboyega Adebayo, Adekunle O Okunade, Onoja Sunday and Florence A. Oladeji. (2022). Towards the Development of an Intelligent Based Type-2 Diabetes Diagnostic System: A Multi-Layer Perceptron Deep Learning Approach. CoNIMS Conference Proceedings, ICSP-DD (International Conference on Security and Privacy Issues of Data and Dis-tributed Systems for Industrial Development). CoNIMS International Conference & Workshop, University of Lagos, Nigeria. pp 5-12
  2. Adewale, K., Deji-Akinpelu, O., Osunade, O., Olanrewaju, T., Olanrewaju, B., Okunade, A. O., and Omilabu, A. (2018). Implementation of Modified Pull-All Data Migration for a Java-based Mobile Agent Using Coloured Petri Net (CPN). 1st CoNIMS International Conference & Workshop, University of Lagos, Nigeria.

 

His research centres on developing innovative methodologies to enhance cybersecurity frameworks and optimise intelligent computing systems. He has made impactful contributions to these fields through scholarly publications, conference presentations, and collaborative research initiatives, advancing both theoretical and practical knowledge in Computer Science.

Orcid number: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1625-8749

Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=GTodG8UAAAAJ&hl=en

 

1. An AI-Based Course Recommendation and Academic Performance Tracking System 2022 #31,450,000:00 Ongoing ACETEL Research Grant Award. National Open University of Nigeria

2. An Intelligence Learning System to Aid Visually Impaired Open and Distance Learners in Accessing eLibrary Services 2024 #2,500,000 Ongoing Senate Research Grant (SRG) Intervention, National Open University of Nigeria 2024

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