Engr, Prof. Adisa Ademola Bello
Bauchi,Nigeria
Summary
Distinguished mechanical engineer, academic, and experienced administrator with over three decades of experience in engineering education, research, and professional regulation. Career spans university teaching, leadership roles in engineering institutions, and serving as Registrar and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN). Played a critical role in shaping engineering education policies, accreditation processes, and regulatory frameworks for professional engineers in Nigeria.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Registrar & Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN)
03.2022 - 03.2025
- Led Nigeria’s foremost engineering regulatory body, overseeing engineering accreditation, licensing, and professional development initiatives
- Spearheaded policy reforms to align engineering education and practice with global best standards, enhancing the credibility of Nigerian engineers internationally
- Supervised engineering accreditation visits to universities and polytechnics, ensuring institutions met COREN’s rigorous engineering training requirements
- Strengthened partnerships with government agencies, private sector stakeholders, and international engineering bodies to advance Nigeria’s engineering sector
- Led compliance enforcement campaigns, ensuring that engineering projects in Nigeria adhered to ethical and safety standards
Director
Centre for Industrial Studies, ATBU
12.2016 - 05.2022
- Responsible for overseeing the center's operations.
- Provided practical training and support to various academic programs within the university.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
Director
Centre for Energy Research, ATBU.
04.2004 - 06.2008
- Responsible for leading the center's initiatives in energy research and development.
- Overseeing research projects.
- Coordinated academic programs.
- Managed collaborations with both governmental and non-governmental organizations.
- Played a key role in supervising postgraduate research, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in energy studies
Professor of Mechanical Engineering
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi
01.2010 - 01.2022
- I taught undergraduate and postgraduate courses in mechanical engineering, specializing in solid mechanics, materials science, and thermofluids
- Supervised over 40 Master’s theses and 15 Ph.D. dissertations, contributing to engineering research and knowledge advancement.
- Led research projects on advanced materials, structural integrity, and manufacturing processes, publishing findings in international journals.
- Served as Head of the Mechanical Engineering Department, overseeing curriculum development, faculty mentorship, and laboratory upgrades
- Developed strong industry-academia linkages, facilitating student internships, research collaborations, and professional training programs.
Head, Mechanical Engineering Department
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Modernized the department’s engineering curriculum, integrating emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, smart manufacturing, and automation.
- Secured research grants and funding for faculty members and students.
- Strengthened collaboration between ATBU and leading engineering firms, improving graduate employability and practical training.
Graduate Assistant to Senior Lecturer
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi
01.1991 - 01.2010
- Progressed through the academic ranks, contributing to engineering research, student mentorship, and technical consulting
Education
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) - Mechanical Engineering
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU)
01-2003
Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) - Solid Mechanics
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU)
01-1992
Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) - Mechanical Engineering
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU)
01-1989
Skills
- Finite Element Analysis (FEA) & Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
- Computer-Aided Design (CAD) & Simulation Software (ANSYS, SolidWorks, MATLAB)
- Leadership
- Engineering Project Management & Policy Development
- Strategic planning
- Business process improvement
- Industry 40 & Smart Manufacturing Technologies
Accomplishments
- Reformed COREN’s accreditation system, ensuring Nigerian engineering degrees met global standards.
- Advocated for increased engineering funding and infrastructure investment in tertiary institutions.
- Led the successful review and modernization of engineering licensing processes in Nigeria.
- Published over 50 research papers in peer-reviewed international journals on mechanical engineering, materials science, and manufacturing.
- Pioneered research on advanced composite materials for industrial applications.
- Developed engineering simulation models for structural failure analysis.
- Mentored hundreds of engineering students and young professionals, many of whom now hold leadership positions in academia and industry.
- Partnered with engineering companies and government agencies to drive industrial research and innovation.
Regulatory & Leadership Excellence
Academic & Research Contributions
Mentorship & Industry Engagement
Awards & Recognitions
Icon of Hope Award – Nigerian Institution of Mechanical Engineers (2018)
Engineering Leadership Excellence Award – COREN (2023)
Outstanding Engineering Educator Award – African Engineering Education Association (2020)
Affiliations
- Registered Engineer (COREN) – Since 1999
- Fellow, Nigerian Academy of Engineering (NAE)
- Fellow, Nigerian Institution of Mechanical Engineers (NIMechE)
- Member, African Engineering Education Association (AEEA)
- Member, American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Conferences & Presentations
- Keynote Speaker – African Engineering Conference on Sustainable Development in Engineering (2023)
- Panelist – International Symposium on Engineering Education & Industrial Collaboration (2022)
- Lead Research Presenter – Global Mechanical Engineering Summit on Materials Innovation (2021)
Timeline
Registrar & Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN)
03.2022 - 03.2025
Director
Centre for Industrial Studies, ATBU
12.2016 - 05.2022
Head, Mechanical Engineering Department
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi
01.2015 - 01.2019
Professor of Mechanical Engineering
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi
01.2010 - 01.2022
Director
Centre for Energy Research, ATBU.
04.2004 - 06.2008
Graduate Assistant to Senior Lecturer
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi
01.1991 - 01.2010
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) - Mechanical Engineering
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU)
Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) - Solid Mechanics
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU)
Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) - Mechanical Engineering
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU)
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