The University of Nigeria Engineering Alumni Association (UNNEFAA) heartily congratulates Engr. Prof. Cosmas Uchenna Ogbuka on his election as the Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, following a keenly contested and transparent election by the Faculty Board.
His election reflects the confidence reposed in his academic excellence, administrative experience, integrity, and commitment to the advancement of engineering education and research. As Dean, he assumes responsibility for providing strategic leadership to one of Nigeria’s foremost engineering faculties, promoting excellence in teaching, research, innovation, industry collaboration, and community engagement. He will serve as Chairman of the Faculty Board, represent the Faculty on the University Senate, and contribute to the University’s strategic leadership and policy development.
Prof. Ogbuka is an alumnus of the Department of Electrical Engineering, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, where he distinguished himself academically by graduating with First Class Honours in Electrical Engineering in 2004. He subsequently obtained his Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) with Distinction in 2009 and a Ph.D. in Electric Power Devices in 2014, all from the University of Nigeria.
Since joining the academic staff of the University in 2007, Prof. Ogbuka has risen steadily through the ranks to become Professor of Electric Power Devices in October 2022. Over the years, he has served the University in numerous leadership and administrative capacities, including:
- Head, Department of Mechatronics Engineering
- Coordinator, TETFund Projects and Activities
- Director, Computer Communications Centre
- Academic Programmes Coordinator, Africa Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Power and Energy Development (ACE-SPED)
- Academic Coordinator, Centre of Competence in Digital Education (C-CoDE)
- Monitoring and Evaluation Officer, Africa Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Power and Energy Development (ACE-SPED)
- Acting Head, Department of Electronic Engineering
These appointments demonstrate his broad administrative experience and commitment to institutional development.
Prof. Ogbuka has established himself as one of the University’s leading researchers in electric power systems, renewable energy, power electronics, electric machines, electric vehicles, smart grids, and sustainable energy technologies. He has authored a scholarly book, published an extensive body of peer-reviewed journal and conference papers, supervised numerous postgraduate students, and served as editor and reviewer for several reputable international journals.
His contributions extend well beyond the classroom. He has participated in and led several internationally funded research initiatives, including the US$6 million World Bank Africa Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Power and Energy Development (ACE-SPED), while also securing grants from organisations such as TETFund, the European Union, UKAid, CRDF Global, and other international partners.
Prof. Ogbuka has benefited from academic and professional engagements at leading institutions around the world, including the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), USA, the University of Cape Town, the University of Valladolid, Spain, and institutions across Germany, the United Kingdom, Italy, Rwanda, South Africa, Morocco, Ghana, Côte d’Ivoire, Benin Republic, and The Gambia. These experiences have strengthened his international outlook and collaborative research network.
He is a COREN-registered Engineer, a Fellow of the Nigerian Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (FNIEEE), a Fellow of the Nigeria Young Academy, and a Fellow of the Africa Science Leadership Programme, among numerous other professional affiliations.
Significantly, Prof. Ogbuka was also a member of the Faculty of Engineering Gap Analysis Committee, which developed the Faculty’s long-term strategic development roadmap. He has consistently contributed to initiatives aimed at strengthening engineering education, research capacity, digital infrastructure, innovation, and industry engagement within the Faculty.
“Your election comes at a critical period in the development of the Faculty of Engineering. We are confident that your academic excellence, administrative experience, and collaborative leadership will further strengthen the Faculty’s reputation both nationally and internationally.
UNNEFAA looks forward to working closely with you in advancing our shared vision of producing globally competitive engineers, strengthening alumni engagement, expanding research and innovation, improving infrastructure, and positioning the Faculty among the leading engineering schools in Africa.”
The Association wishes Prof. Cosmas Uchenna Ogbuka every success and God’s guidance as he begins this important assignment in service to the Faculty, the University, and the engineering profession.
Engr E C Ezekwe
UNNEFAA President
