Nine AE-FUNAI Scholars Ranked Among World’s Top 2% Scientists by Stanford University and Elsevier
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Nine academic staff of Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike (AE-FUNAI), Ebonyi State, have been ranked among the 2025 top 2% of scientists in the world by Stanford University in collaboration with Elsevier, a globally recognized publishing and data analytics company.
The Top 2% Scientists ranking is a prestigious annual list that recognizes researchers whose scholarly works and citations have made significant global impact in their respective fields. The 2025 edition was based on data indexed by Scopus as of August 1, 2025, covering citations up to the end of 2024.
AE-FUNAI Scholars on the 2025 Global List
The university’s scholars who made the list include:
- Dr. Ukwaja Kingsley Nnanna
- Dr. Okereke Chukwumerije
- Dr. Eleazu Chinedum O.
- Prof. Erejuwa Omotayo Owomofoyon
- Dr. Okolie Ugochukwu Chinonso
- Dr. Anadebe Valentine Chikaodili
- Dr. Jayeoye Titilope John
- Dr. Onyeneke Robert Ugochukwu
- Dr. Fameruwa Ademola C.
Their inclusion places them among the world’s most influential scientists whose research outputs have shaped academic discourse, policy development, and practical innovation across disciplines.
VC Commends the Scholars’ Achievement
Reacting to the development, the Vice-Chancellor of AE-FUNAI, Professor Sunday Elom, congratulated the scholars for bringing global recognition to the university through their consistent dedication to quality research and academic excellence.
He described the recognition as a “testament to the university’s growing research capacity and the global relevance of its academic community.”
In his words:
“This global ranking by a reputable institution like Stanford University and Elsevier is a clear demonstration of the high-impact research being conducted by our scholars. Their scientific exploits have given the university international visibility and credibility.”
Professor Elom urged the awardees to sustain the momentum and continue pursuing excellence in their respective fields. He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to promoting a strong research culture, providing an enabling environment for innovation, and supporting projects that offer solutions to societal challenges.
This latest recognition further cements AE-FUNAI’s position as one of Nigeria’s emerging research-driven universities, producing globally competitive scholars and impactful scientific contributions.
