Seven Lead City University Researchers Make Top Authors in Nigeria 2026 List; Lead City University has announced that seven of its researchers have been recognised in the Top Authors in Nigeria 2026 list, which features 500 authors across different academic disciplines.
The ranking is based on research publications produced between 2022 and 2026, highlighting researchers whose work has contributed to scholarly output in their respective fields.
Lead City University Researchers and Their Rankings
The seven researchers recognised in the 2026 list, alongside their positions and academic disciplines, are:
- Professor Oliver Chukwujekwu Ezechi: 31st in Public Health.
- Dr Sunday Adeola Ajagbe: 55th in Computer Science.
- Dr Folahanmi Tomiwa Akinsolu: 113th in Public Health.
- Dr Abayomi Bamisaye: 210th in Chemical Sciences.
- Professor Lekan Taofeek Popoola: 256th in Mechanical Engineering.
- Dr Mojeed Taiwo Akolade: 409th in Computer Science.
- Dr Ayodeji Johnson Ajibare: 447th in Physiology.
The recognition spans five academic disciplines, including Public Health, Computer Science, Chemical Sciences, Mechanical Engineering and Physiology.
How the Top Authors in Nigeria 2026 List Was Compiled
According to Lead City University’s announcement, the list draws on Scopus, a database of scholarly publications and citations. The assessment covers research publications from 2022 to 2026 and includes 500 authors across disciplines.
Lead City University welcomed the recognition, describing it as part of its commitment to research, academic scholarship and the advancement of knowledge.
