Experience

Benue State University

• Nigeria
• Higher Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Examination Officer

  • Aug 2022 - Present

• Lecturer

  • Aug 2010 - Present

  Published Research Leader: Renowned for publishing groundbreaking research papers in prestigious linguistics journals, contributing fresh insights to the field.Citations and Influence: Extensive citations attest to the significant impact of my work, shaping the discourse and research of fellow linguists.Author of Seminal Works: Author of influential books that have become standard references in linguistics, enriching theoretical frameworks and empirical studies.Funded Research Innovator: Secured competitive grants, including from TETFUND, to fuel innovative linguistic research initiatives.Preserving Language Diversity: Actively engaged in fieldwork to document endangered languages, promoting language preservation and enhancing our comprehension of linguistic diversity.Revolutionizing Language Teaching: Pioneer of innovative language teaching methodologies that elevate language learning experiences.Conference Catalyst: Instrumental in organizing major linguistics conferences, fostering the exchange of ideas and advancements in the field.Interdisciplinary Collaborator: Bridge builder between linguistics and other disciplines, uncovering synergies and new horizons in research.Public Linguist Advocate: Dedicated to public engagement through enlightening talks, workshops, and media appearances, demystifying linguistic concepts for diverse audiences.Teaching Excellence Award Recipient: Acknowledged for outstanding teaching, employing innovative approaches to capture students' interest in linguistics.Mentor of Linguistic Talents: Devoted to nurturing the next generation of linguists, guiding their research journeys and academic growth.Linguistic Universals Expert: Known for deciphering cross-linguistic patterns and universals, contributing insights to language structure and diversity. Show less



University of Aberdeen

• United Kingdom
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Teaching Assistant

  • Sep 2017 - Dec 2019

  Publication of Research Articles: Published research articles in reputable peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings Contributing to cutting-edge research leading to advancements in linguistic theory and understanding. Supervision of Graduate Students: Mentored and guided graduate students in their research projects. Development of Innovative Courses: Designed and implemented innovative and engaging courses that incorporated the latest advancements in linguistics, enhancing students' learning experience. Collaboration with Peers: Collaborating with fellow linguists on interdisciplinary projects or research initiatives leads to breakthroughs with broader academic and societal impacts. Linguistic Consultation: Provided expertise as a linguistic consultant for businesses and organizations. Editorial Roles: Served as editor for respected linguistics journals, member of editorial boards, influencing the direction of research and promoting quality scholarship Language Documentation and Preservation: Contributed to the documentation and preservation of endangered languages. Show less