Engr. Prof. Paschal Uchenna Chinedu, FNCS, FAAPM

Engr. Prof. Paschal Uchenna Chinedu is a distinguished academic, chartered information technology professional, computer engineer and cybersecurity researcher with over 25 years of experience spanning academia, information systems development, engineering and technology management. He currently serves as Professor of Information Systems and Technology and Dean of the Faculty of Computing at Southern Delta University, Ozoro, Delta State, Nigeria.
Before joining Southern Delta University, Prof. Chinedu served at Edo State University, Uzairue, where he held academic and administrative positions, including Senior Lecturer, Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Computer Engineering. He subsequently joined Southern Delta University, where he served as Head of the Department of Information Systems and Technology before assuming leadership of the Faculty of Computing as Dean.
His research interests encompass cloud computing, cybersecurity, information systems, virtual organisations, artificial intelligence and digital governance. He has authored and co-authored numerous scholarly publications, including journal articles, conference papers and book chapters addressing cloud security, digital transformation, network infrastructure and emerging computing technologies. His research has contributed to academic discussions on secure information systems and the adoption of digital technologies in Nigeria.
In August 2026, Prof. Chinedu delivered the sixth inaugural lecture of Southern Delta University, titled Information Technology, the Pathway to the Cloud: Demystifying the Fears of 'Going Cloudy' Within the Nigerian Digital Landscape. The lecture examined the opportunities and security concerns associated with cloud computing adoption in Nigeria and advocated stronger digital infrastructure, cybersecurity safeguards and institutional readiness to support the country's digital economy.
Prof. Chinedu holds a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Information Technology from the Federal University of Technology, Owerri, specialising in cloud computing, virtual organisations and information security. He obtained a Master of Science degree in Business Information Technology from Northumbria University, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom, a Postgraduate Diploma in Information and Computer Technology from the Federal University of Technology, Owerri, and a Higher National Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, specialising in Electronics and Telecommunications, from Auchi Polytechnic, Nigeria.
He is a Fellow of the Nigeria Computer Society (FNCS) and the American Academy of Project Management (FAAPM). He is also a COREN-registered Engineer and a Chartered Information Technology Professional registered with the Computer Professionals Registration Council of Nigeria (CPN). His professional affiliations include the Project Management Institute (PMI), Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), and Nigerian Institute of Management. He also holds professional certifications in project management, including Master Project Manager (MPM) and Certified International Project Manager (CIPM).
Prof. Paschal Uchenna Chinedu continues to contribute to Nigeria's technology and higher education sectors through academic leadership, applied research and professional capacity development. His work advances secure digital infrastructure, cloud computing adoption and the development of skilled professionals equipped to address emerging technological challenges.