Mr. Aliyu Mustapha | Transportation | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Aliyu Mustapha, University Technology Petronas, Malaysia

Dr. Aliyu Mustapha is a Lecturer in the Department of Industrial and Technology Education at the Federal University of Technology Minna, Nigeria. He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS, Malaysia, and has an extensive academic background, including a Master of Technology (M.Tech) in Automobile Technology and a Master of Education (M.Ed) in Educational Technology. His expertise spans Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), automobile technology, educational technology, transportation, safety, and ergonomics. Dr. Mustapha has served as an Adjunct Lecturer at Al-Asas Health Foundation College of Health Technology and Niger State College of Education, in addition to his primary academic role. He is an active member of several professional bodies, including the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), the Technology Education Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TEPAN), and the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN). With hands-on experience in automobile maintenance, troubleshooting, and safety practices, he continues to contribute significantly to the fields of automotive engineering education and technical training.

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award

Dr. Aliyu Mustapha is a dedicated researcher and academic with a strong background in Mechanical Engineering, Automobile Technology, and Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET). His contributions to industrial and technology education, combined with his extensive academic qualifications and professional experience, make him a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

🎓 Education:

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering – Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS, Malaysia (2022-2024)
M.Tech in Automobile Technology – Federal University of Technology Minna, Nigeria (2016-2018)
M.Ed in Educational Technology – National Open University of Nigeria (2013-2016)
Proficiency Certificate in Management – Nigerian Institute of Management Chartered (2014)
B.Tech in Industrial and Technology Education (Automobile Technology) – Federal University of Technology Minna, Nigeria (2007-2012)
Basic Certificate in Office Application and Desktop Publishing – NIIT Abuja Centre, Nigeria (2010)
Diploma in Computer – Umar Computer Institute, Minna, Nigeria (2005)

👨‍🏫 Work Experience:

Lecturer – Federal University of Technology Minna, Nigeria (2018-Present)
Adjunct Lecturer – Al-Asas Health Foundation College of Health Technology, Minna, Nigeria (2018-Present)
Adjunct Lecturer – Niger State College of Education, Centre for Continuing Education NCE (2013-2018)
Assistant Lecturer (NYSC) – Niger State College of Education, Minna (2013-2014)
Student Teacher – FOMWAN Islamic Secondary School, Minna, Nigeria (2010-2011)
Industrial Work Experience (SIWES) – A. Bala Motors, Minna, Nigeria (2010-2011)
- 🔧 Roles: Overhauling, repairing, troubleshooting, dismantling, assembling, and coupling of automobile parts

🏆 Achievements, Awards & Honors:

Associate Member, Society of Automotive Engineers (AMSAE) International (2017-2018) 🚗
Member, Technology Education Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TEPAN) (2016-Present) 🏫
Registered Member, Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (MTRCN) (2016-Present) 📚
Graduate Member, Nigeria Institute of Management (NIM) Chartered (2014-Present) 🏅
Cadet Marshal, Federal Road Safety Corps (2014-Present) 🚦

Publication Top Notes:

Exploring the nexus between risk perception, driving tasks perception, and road safety attitudes among oil and gas tanker drivers

Ergonomic principles of road signs comprehension: A literature review

Rare manifestations of cutaneous diphtheria: a case report

Road Safety Officers’ Perceptions of Awareness and Compliance to Safety Measures among Oil and Gas Tanker Drivers in North-Central Nigeria: Implications for Sustainable Development Goals