Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
SECTION H: REFEREES
SECTION E: FELLOWSHIP QUALIFYING CRITERIA — EVIDENCE OF OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTION
6. Community Service & Public Engagement
Affiliations
4. Research, Publications & Literature
SECTION F: CONFERENCES, WORKSHOPS & CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
SECTION I: DECLARATION
SECTION A: PERSONAL DATA
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Michael Onyemaechi Ajufoh

Michael Onyemaechi Ajufoh

Bauchi,Bauchi

Summary

Accomplished educator with extensive expertise in educational technology and digital learning platforms. Demonstrates innovative thinking and pedagogical expertise, effectively accommodating diverse learners through remote teaching techniques and curriculum design. Proficient in scholarly publishing, research data analysis, and academic publication, with a strong focus on continuous learning and professional development. Skilled in using Blackboard LMS, Turnitin application, and MS Office for seamless online lesson delivery and student performance evaluation. Committed to fostering intercultural competency and ethical judgement while supporting institutional collaboration and grant writing initiatives.

Overview

7
7
years of post-secondary education
26
26
years of professional experience

Work history

Lecturer 1

Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi
Bauchi, Yelwa
2026.02 - Current
  • Undergraduate teaching (Design Studio, ARC 514: Housing Concepts & Design), 500-Level Research Supervision, 300-Level Design Studio
  • Mentored students during their final year project, ensured successful completion.
  • Enhanced learning outcomes with engaging lesson plans.
  • Reviewed and revised curriculum regularly, maintained course relevance in an evolving society.
  • Implemented innovative teaching methods, improved student engagement rates.
  • Ensured up-to-date subject knowledge with continuous professional development.
  • Provided feedback on student work, improved academic performance.
  • Managed administrative tasks related to coursework, streamlined evaluation process.
  • Advised students on academic progress to ensure positive results.
  • Published scholarly articles by conducting rigorous research studies.
  • Fostered a stimulating learning environment through open discussions.
  • Contributed to departmental meetings and committees for strategic decision-making.
  • Conducted research, contributed to the knowledge base in the field.
  • Lectured on complex subjects for better student understanding.
  • Served as personal tutor for struggling students, increased pass rates.
  • Led seminars and workshops for enhanced student participation.
  • Supervised postgraduate students' research for high-quality dissertations.
  • Collaborated with other lecturers to share best practices in teaching methodologies.
  • Designed exams, assessments and course content, including lecture material and writing assignments.
  • Engaged, motivated and inspired students to develop thirst for knowledge.
  • Collaborated with lecturers to enhance teaching procedures.
  • Monitored students' progress against educational targets, implementing positive interventions.
  • Encouraged students to develop skills in reflection, critical thinking and analysis.
  • Lectured classes using exceptional communication techniques to enhance engagement.

Chief Lecturer

Federal Polytechnic, Bauchi
Bauchi
2002.10 - 2026.02
  • Lecturing (CAD, Building Construction, Specification Writing, Architectural Detailing, Graphics, Design Studio, Research in Architecture, 3D Modelling); Private Practice & Resource Person
  • Participated actively in faculty training programmes to enhance teaching skills.
  • Managed administrative tasks related to coursework, streamlined evaluation process.
  • Provided feedback on student work, improved academic performance.
  • Coordinated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary courses.
  • Mentored students during their final year project, ensured successful completion.
  • Advised students on academic progress to ensure positive results.
  • Published scholarly articles by conducting rigorous research studies.
  • Supervised postgraduate students' research for high-quality dissertations.
  • Served as personal tutor for struggling students, increased pass rates.
  • Fostered a stimulating learning environment through open discussions.
  • Ensured up-to-date subject knowledge with continuous professional development.
  • Reviewed and revised curriculum regularly, maintained course relevance in an evolving society.
  • Lectured on complex subjects for better student understanding.
  • Collaborated with other lecturers to share best practices in teaching methodologies.
  • Conducted research, contributed to the knowledge base in the field.
  • Implemented innovative teaching methods, improved student engagement rates.
  • Led seminars and workshops for enhanced student participation.
  • Contributed to departmental meetings and committees for strategic decision-making.
  • Enhanced learning outcomes with engaging lesson plans.
  • Developed comprehensive course curriculum by aligning with university standards.
  • Designed exams, assessments and course content, including lecture material and writing assignments.
  • Engaged, motivated and inspired students to develop thirst for knowledge.
  • Collaborated with lecturers to enhance teaching procedures.
  • Monitored students' progress against educational targets, implementing positive interventions.
  • Encouraged students to develop skills in reflection, critical thinking and analysis.
  • Delivered lectures across five subjects.
  • Lectured classes using exceptional communication techniques to enhance engagement.
  • Organised educational activities and events to drive learning objectives and promote engagement.
  • Graded periodic exams, inputting marks and feedback onto computer system.
  • Offered academic and pastoral support to students requiring additional help.
  • Varied teaching strategies, catering to educational needs of young adults and mature students.
  • Tutored students needing extra assistance in group and one-to-one sessions, increasing attainment in line with predicted grades.
  • Formulated and submitted student progress reports to management.
  • Scheduled regular meetings with students to discuss short-term and long-term goals.
  • Helped students secure meaningful work placements to improve practical subject understanding.
  • Monitored emerging trends and technologies in the subject field to innovate teaching and learning practices.
  • Coordinated post- and undergraduate research programmes and sourced funding to increase subject insight.
  • Monitored emerging trends and technologies in subject field to innovate teaching and learning practices.
  • Attended industry events and conferences to build partnerships and market learning programmes.
  • Conducted screening interviews with incoming students to gauge preparedness.
  • Administered examinations, assessed results and issued fair grades.
  • Coordinated post- and undergraduate research programs and sourced funding to increase subject insight.
  • Attended industry events and conferences to build partnerships and market learning programs.
  • Prepared and delivered lectures on diverse topics related to [Area of study].
  • Helped students explore concepts through challenging assignments and stimulating class discussions.
  • Contributed to department and faculty meetings to continuously assess and improve internal practices.
  • Facilitated workshops, tutorials and seminars with opportunities to stimulate students' critical thinking and analysis.
  • Tutored students struggling with material, improving understanding and academic performance.
  • Developed and improved courses to better serve students' needs and meet standards.
  • Organised seminars to share latest insights with professionals in field.
  • Modernised syllabus, updating with current research, new techniques, and latest findings to improve relevancy.
  • Supervised work undertaken on key projects related to students' advanced degrees.
  • Planned, coordinated and executed research projects to gain insight into [Area of study].
  • Wrote scholarly articles, papers and books related to field of expertise.
  • Partnered with department faculty to elevate profile and attract more qualified students.

Architect & Facility Manager

Consort, Lagos (Defunct)
Lagos, Yaba
2000.05 - 2001.04
  • Special designs, working drawings, site supervision, and maintenance programs
  • Improved functionality of spaces by incorporating user-friendly features in designs.
  • Presented design proposals to clients for approval and modification requests.
  • Considered functional aesthetics within designs enhancing overall visual appeal.
  • Created comprehensive architectural designs for client satisfaction.
  • Tailored designs according to client requirements for personalised outcomes.

Education

PhD - Architecture

University of Jos
Jos, Plateau State
2018.11 - 2025.09

Master of Technology - Architecture

Federal University of Technology, Minna
Minna

Bachelor of Technology - Architecture

Federal University of Technology, Minna
Minna

Senior Certificate of Education -

Satellite Town Secondary School
Lagos

Skills

  • Innovative thinking
  • Scholarly publishing
  • Accommodating diverse learners
  • Educational technology use
  • Digital learning platforms
  • Remote teaching techniques
  • Continuous learning
  • Pedagogical expertise
  • Educational software use
  • Turnitin application
  • Designing examinations
  • Intercultural competency
  • Peer review experience
  • Ethical judgement
  • Data collection and interpretation
  • Blackboard lms familiarity
  • Subject expertise
  • E-Learning software
  • MS office proficiency
  • Online lesson delivery
  • Curriculum design
  • Seminar management
  • Research papers
  • Quantitative research
  • Research data analysis
  • Student performance evaluation
  • Exam proctoring
  • Professional Development
  • Technology integration
  • Research proficiency
  • Research and analysis
  • Proposal development
  • Learning management interfaces
  • Assignment grading
  • Institutional collaboration
  • Grant writing
  • Academic publication
  • In-class lectures
  • Student support
  • Qualitative analysis

SECTION H: REFEREES

  • Yohana, Sati, Prof., +2348033156646, University of Jos, Dean, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Plateau State, Nigeria
  • Bogda, Prucnal-Ogunsote, Prof., +2348033788866, University of Jos, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Plateau State, Nigeria
  • Theophilus, Shittu, Dr., shittut@chelmsford.ac.uk, +447530533374, University of Northampton, Senior Lecturer & Programme Leader for BSc Architectural Technology, Northampton, UK, NN1 5PH, ORCID: 0000-0002-0270-7638

SECTION E: FELLOWSHIP QUALIFYING CRITERIA — EVIDENCE OF OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTION

Renovation of CBN Bauchi Branch (₦7.2 billion) - Central Bank of Nigeria - Resident Architect (Giyont Kuba LTD)- 2010–2020, Design of Larema International Luxury Hotel, Asaba - Larema Group - Lead Architect (Final Design) - [2014], Design of Academic Staff Union Secretariat - ASUP, Federal Polytechnic Bauchi - Architect - [2009], Design of Multi-door Office Complex, Kano - PHLKO LTD - Architect - [2010], Renovation of Bauchi State House of Assembly - PHLKO - Architect - [2010], Conceptual Design of Gadas Library - Bauchi State University - Consultant Architect - [2012], Remodeling of Emir of Azare's Palace - [Client] - Consultant Architect (Stages 1 & 2) - [2015], Renovation of Ministry of Information & Culture - Gombe State - Consultant Architect (Giyont Kuba) - [2015], Primary Health Centre & Staff Quarters, Bundot - Bauchi State (World Bank Assisted) - Supervising Architect - [2016, fed. poly. consultancy], Documentation of Darazo, Gamawa & Toro General Hospitals - PHLKO - Architect - [2008], Resettlement Design, Malo/Madufa Villages - PHLKO - Architect - [2008], Larema Hotels & Suites, Bauchi - Larema Group - Design & Supervision - [2007], 89 million Naira Renovation of DSS Residential & Office Complex - Department of State Services - Architect - [2008], 215 million naira Larema International Hotel, Okpanam Road, Asaba - Larema Group - Supervision - [2015 - 2019], Larema B-Wing Renovation - Larema Group - Architect - [2014]. 315 million naira Larema Bauchi Refurbishment - Supervising Architect (ChromeStar) (2023 - 2024), Design and Supervision of the 496 million naira Maryama Guest Palace Hotel, Bauchi - Chief Architect (ChromeStar, 2021 - 2025), Design and Supervision of the office Complex for Senator Bwacha at Wukari, Taraba State, Nigeria. Architect - Chrome Star (2020-2021), Design and Supervision of the Maryama Hall and Extension, Bauchi - Architect (ChromeStar, 2025 - Ongoing)

6. Community Service & Public Engagement

  • ATBU, Member, 7-Man Federal Government Visitation Panel, 2021
  • Federal Polytechnic Bauchi, Chairman, Audit Committee for School of Agricultural Technology
  • Federal Polytechnic Bauchi, Member, Academic Board
  • Federal Polytechnic Bauchi, Member, Anti-cultism Committee, 2019
  • Member Anti-cultism committee federal polytechnic Bauchi 2019
  • Assistant secretary Association of Architectural Educators (AARCHES), 2012-2014
  • Senior lecturer, principal lecturer, and chief lecturer at the Department of architecture federal polytechnic Bauchi.
  • External examiner to the Department of architecture federal polytechnic Nassarawa (2017 to 2019)
  • Member Practice Committee, Nigeria Institute of Architects (NIA), 2017 to 2019.
  • Member of the Library and Archives committee of the Nigeria Institute of Architects (NIA) 2024 – 2025

Affiliations

  • Nigerian Institute of Architects (NIA) - M/2961 - Full Member - [To be confirmed]
  • Architects Registration Council of Nigeria (ARCON) - F/2893 - Fully Registered Architect - [To be confirmed]
  • Association of Architectural Educators (AARCHES) - 281 - Full Member - 2012
  • International Research and Development Institute (IRDI) - 14040410 - Member - [To be confirmed]

4. Research, Publications & Literature

  • Ajufoh, M.O., Prucnal-Ogunsote, B., Enwerekowe, E.O., & Ndandok, C.T. (2023). Analysing the impact of culture on the spatial layout of residential buildings: An evaluation of selected houses in Yelwa, Bauchi State. Journal of the Nigerian Institute of Architects, 2.
  • Ajufoh, M.O., & Abubakar, A.B. (2019). Evaluating effects of globalisation on the morphology of Hausa traditional architecture: A case study of Bauchi house forms. International Journal of Environmental Design & Construction Management, 10(4).
  • Enwerekowe, E.O., Ibrahim, S.V., Katyen, A.M., & Ajufoh, M.O. (2024). Boosting land ownership for Nigerian women through the provision of sustainable prefabricated homes. Journal of Advanced Research in Women's [Studies].
  • Ajufoh, M.O., Prucnal-Ogunsote, B., & Enwerekowe, E.O. (2023). Evaluating effects of culture on the spatial evolution of residential buildings: A case study of Bauchi house forms. Archiculture, 5(1).
  • Shittu, T., & Ajufoh, M.O. (2018). Project-based vocational training programme in earthen architecture in Nigeria: A collaborative programme between the Federal Polytechnic Bauchi and De Montfort University, Leicester, UK. International Journal of Humanities and Social Science.
  • Ajufoh, M.C.O., & Babaji, M.A. (2014). Efficacious waste organisation in urban areas: A case study of Bauchi City. International Letters of Natural Sciences, (20).
  • Abdullahi, B.A., & Ajufoh, M.O. (2016). Building green: Maximising daylighting and sunlighting to provide alternative energy for buildings. Journal of Environmental Design and Construction Management.
  • Dauda, A., Gumau, S.W., & Ajufoh, M.O. (2010). Towards a more sustainable architectural curriculum for higher institutions in Nigeria. International Journal of Research in Education and Society, 1(2–3).
  • Esan, O.A., Ajufoh, M.O., & Shitufa, H. (2014). A documentation of defects and dilapidation of public hospital buildings: A case study of Bauchi State. Journal of Engineering and Technology Research.
  • Ajufoh, M.O., Badmus, R.T., & Mustapha, T. (2017). Analysing the importance of the inclusion of computer aided design into the architectural curriculum. Journal of Environmental Design and Construction Management, 4(3).
  • Ajufoh, M.O., & Babaji, M.A. (2014). Curbing the menace of building collapse in Nigeria. Federal Polytechnic Bauchi Conference Proceedings (Vol. 2).
  • Inusa, Y.J., & Ajufoh, M.O. (2015). Designing equator-facing window for direct solar gains optimisation in buildings. Proceedings of the West Africa Built Environment Research (WABER) Conference (Vol. 1).
  • Ajufoh, M.O., Prucnal-Ogunsote, B., Enwerekowe, E.O., & Ola-Adisa, O.E. (2023). Assessing strategies for the infusion of traditional design elements in modern buildings: Focus on the ongoing Bauchi Government House. Proceedings of the 7th International Conference on Science and Sustainable Development (ICSSD-2023 7034S) (pp. 39). Covenant University, Ota.
  • Ajufoh, M.O., Dauda, A., & Yaktor, J.L. (2016). Understanding the role the architect plays in attaining sustainable design and construction. Proceedings from SETIC 2016.
  • Ajufoh, M.O., & Ogwuche, H. (2016). Appraising the effects of building construction activities on the immediate environment. Academic Conference of Mediterranean Research and Publications International.
  • Achakpo, G., Gwani M.S., Ajufoh M.O. (2008). Impact of Energy on the Environment: Its effects and Challenges. Conference of the School of Environmental Technology, FUT Minna.
  • Ajufoh, M.O., Ali, D., Babaji, M. (2017). AutoCAD for Architects: An Introductory Package for Beginners. Bauchi: Printspeak Publishers. (Instructional text for CAD courses)
  • Babaji M., Ajufoh, M.O., Ali, D. (2018). The Architect's Guide to Professional Practice and Procedures. Bauchi: Printspeak Publishers. (Professional practice guide)
  • PhD Thesis, University of Jos (2025): A Comparative Evaluation of the Effects of Time and Culture on the Epistemology of Architecture of Selected Communities in Nigeria
  • M.Tech Thesis, FUT Minna (2001): A Study of the Effective Use of Lighting in Shopping Malls: A Case Study of the Millennium Mall, Gwarimpa, Abuja
  • B.Tech Project, FUT Minna (2000): Design of the Federal Civil Service Club, Abuja: A Focus on Landscape and Circulation in Recreational [Design]

SECTION F: CONFERENCES, WORKSHOPS & CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

  • 3rd–6th Nov 2003 - Workshop on Instructional Assessment Techniques - UNESCO TVE Staff Development Center, Federal Polytechnic Bauchi
  • 17th–21st Oct 2005 - ETF Capacity Building Workshop for Lecturers of Polytechnics and Monotechnics - Tatari Ali Polytechnic, Bauchi
  • 19th–20th Oct 2005 - National Conference on the Legal Rights of Labour Leaders - Hill Station Hotel, Jos
  • Feb 2006 - Training on SketchUp and 3D Max in Architectural Presentations - University of Jos
  • 1st–3rd Apr 2008 - Architects' Colloquium 2008, Architect's Forum - Shehu Musa Yar'adua Center, Abuja
  • 2008 - Preserving the Environment, 2nd Annual National Conference - FUT Minna
  • 8th–11th Jun 2010 - Practical Use of 3D CAD with AutoCAD and SketchUp - BITC Complex, Lafia

SECTION I: DECLARATION

I, Dr. Michael Onyemaechi Ajufoh, hereby declare that the information provided in this Curriculum Vitae is true, accurate, and complete to the best of my knowledge. I confirm that I have been a Full Member (MNIA) of the Nigerian Institute of Architects for more than ten (10) years and have made substantial contributions to the profession through practice, education, research, and service to the Institute.

SECTION A: PERSONAL DATA

  • Full Name: Dr. Michael Onyemaechi Ajufoh
  • NIA Membership No.: M/2961 (Full Member)
  • ARCON Registration No.: F/2893
  • Date of Birth: 20 May 1974
  • Place of Birth: Surulere, Lagos, Nigeria
  • State of Origin: Delta State (Aniocha South LGA)
  • Nationality: Nigerian
  • Sex: Male
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Phone: 08023342510, 07036092276
  • Email: mikii720@gmail.com

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Timeline

Lecturer 1

Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi
2026.02 - Current

PhD - Architecture

University of Jos
2018.11 - 2025.09

Chief Lecturer

Federal Polytechnic, Bauchi
2002.10 - 2026.02

Architect & Facility Manager

Consort, Lagos (Defunct)
2000.05 - 2001.04

Bachelor of Technology - Architecture

Federal University of Technology, Minna

Master of Technology - Architecture

Federal University of Technology, Minna

Senior Certificate of Education -

Satellite Town Secondary School

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