Faculty of Computing, SDU Ozoro

Engr. Prof. Paschal U. Chinedu

FNCS, FAAPM, COREN Registered Engineer

A top-class Chartered IT Engineer, Cybersecurity Researcher, and Dean of the Faculty of Computing at Southern Delta University, Nigeria. Committed to excellence in IT/IS capacity building, cloud security frameworks, and modeling virtual organizations.

70+

Publications & Papers

25+

Years Academic & Industrial Exp

80+

Supervised Students (PhD/MSc)

12+

Professional Certifications

Core Expertise

Cybersecurity

Specialized in Cloud Computing Security, cryptographically-secure cloud algorithms, and network intrusion detection.

Information Systems

Modeling secure framework strategies for ICT-intensive virtual organizations and digital transformation initiatives.

Computer Networks

Network infrastructure planning, mobile ad-hoc networks, packet-switched routing optimizations, and green computing.

Academic & Professional Profile

Biography

Prof. Paschal Uchenna Chinedu holds a PhD in Information Technology (Distinction) and an MSc in Information Technology (Commendation). He is a fellow of the Nigeria Computer Society (FNCS) and the American Academy of Project Management (FAAPM). Over the past decades, he has successfully combined academic rigor with industrial expertise to champion e-Government and educational technology in Nigeria.

Current Office: Dean, Faculty of Computing, Southern Delta University, Ozoro, Delta State

State of Origin: Imo State, Nigeria

Memberships: FNCS, FAAPM, MNSE, COREN, MNIM, MIEEE, MIET

Academic & Professional Timeline

2024 - Present

Dean, Faculty of Computing

Southern Delta University, Ozoro. Overseeing computing program expansions, curriculum innovation, and solar power infrastructural developments.

2023 - 2024

Associate Professor

Southern Delta University, Ozoro. Department of Information Systems & Technology.

2020 - 2023

Ag. Head of Computer Engineering / CS

Edo State University Uzairue. Pioneered outcome-based education (OBE) programs and postgraduate curricula.

2015 - 2017

Lecturer II / Facilitator

South Eastern College of Computer Engineering and National Open University of Nigeria.

Research & Publications

A selection of recent peer-reviewed articles, books, and book chapters published internationally.

Journal

Image Denoising: An Overview of Noise Model, Denoising Methods and Applications

Abdulkabiru A. A., Abideen A. I., Margaret D. O., Paschal U. Chinedu

FUDMA Journal of Engineering and Technology, 2026 | ISSN: 3092-9385

Journal

Moving to the Cloud: A Review of the Impact and Strategies for Nigeria Digital Transformation

Chinedu P. U., Maduabuchukwu C., Oghorodi D., Nazrul Islam M. S.

Nigerian Journal of Engineering Science and Technology Research, 2025

Book Chapter

Information Systems Evolution from Centralized Computing Back to the Cloud: A Perspective of SDU 'Digital' Vice Chancellor

Chinedu P. U., Maduabuchukwu C., Ekruyota G., Anazia K. E.

Strategic Vision and Ethical Leadership in University Administration, 2026

Book Chapter

IoT-Driven Analytics and Edge Intelligence in Autonomous Navigation Systems

Wilson Nwankwo, Joy Orukwo, Paschal Uchenna Chinedu, Chukwuemeka Obasi

Springer Nature - IoT Edge Intelligence, 2024

Conference

Error Control in Packet Switched Wide Area Networks using Bayesian Computational Model

E. F. Ogbimi, P. U. Chinedu, P. Adegher, L. Diala, E. J. Abah

IEEE 5th International Conference on Electro-Computing Technologies for Humanity (NIGERCON), 2024

Virtual Classroom & Live Seminar

Tune in to live broadcasts, interactive workshops, and guest lectures led by Prof. Paschal Chinedu.

LIVE

Lecture: Cloud Cybersecurity Frameworks for Virtual Organisations

Host: Engr. Prof. Paschal Chinedu

Interactive Lecture Details

This virtual session introduces cryptographically secure architectures, analyzing cloud data privacy, IoT edge intelligence, and standard methodologies for multi-threaded distributed networks.

IFT 351 CSC 726 CYB 307

Upcoming Scheduled Lectures

Aug 12, 10:00 AM

Design of Mobile Technology and IoT solutions to Combat Insecurity

Undergraduate (CSC/CPE 311)

Aug 15, 02:00 PM

Adoption of AI and IoT Technologies: Socio-Psychological Implications

Postgraduate (CSC 725)

Aug 18, 11:00 AM

Interactive Seminar: Academic Quality Assurance & SDU Digital Strategy

Faculty Forum

News & Events

Key updates, workshop reports, and announcements from SDU and the Faculty of Computing.

August 2026

SDU 6th Inaugural Lecture Delivered by Prof. Chinedu

Prof. Paschal Chinedu successfully delivered the 6th Inaugural Lecture of Southern Delta University, Ozoro, titled "Information Technology, the Pathway to the Cloud: Demystifying the Fears of Going Cloudy within the Nigerian Digital Landscape".

July 2026

Solar Power Complex Commissioned for Computing Faculty

Under the leadership of Dean Prof. Paschal Chinedu, the Faculty of Computing installed and commissioned two solar energy systems (15kVA & 5kVA) powered by lithium battery banks to ensure 24/7 stable research infrastructure.

May 2025

NUC Approves 11 New Undergraduate Computing Curricula

SDU Faculty of Computing successfully secured National Universities Commission approval for 11 unbundled undergraduate programs, including Information Systems and Business Intelligence.