Education:

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nureni Azeez holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of the Western Cape, South Africa, completed between May 2010 and March 2013. Prior to this, he obtained a Master of Science (Honours) in Computer Science from the University of Ibadan, Nigeria, in 2008, where he graduated with a Ph.D. grade. He also earned a Bachelor of Technology (Honours) in Computer Science from the Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria, in 2004, achieving Second Class Honours, Upper Division. Dr. Azeez’s educational journey began with an Ordinary National Diploma in Computer Science in 1998 and a Senior Secondary Certificate Examination in 1996, where he achieved distinctions. His foundational education was completed at Ede Muslim Grammar School and Y.T.D School ‘B’ Ojoro, both in Osun State, Nigeria, where he attended from 1983 to 1996.

Professional Experience:

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nureni Azeez has extensive professional experience in academia and research. He is currently an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Sciences at the University of Lagos, Nigeria, a position he has held since October 2022. Prior to this, he served as a Senior Lecturer in the same department from October 2019 to October 2022. Dr. Azeez began his academic career as a Lecturer Grade II at the University of Lagos and subsequently progressed to Lecturer Grade I. He also gained valuable experience as a Postdoctoral Fellow at North-West University, South Africa, where he worked in the School of Information Technology. His earlier roles include research and teaching assistantships at the University of the Western Cape, as well as lecturer positions at various institutions in Nigeria. With a focus on computer science education and research, Dr. Azeez has played a significant role in shaping academic programs and mentoring students throughout his career.

Research Interests:

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nureni Azeez has a diverse range of research interests primarily focused on the intersections of technology and security. His expertise encompasses Security and Privacy, particularly in the context of digital systems and data protection. He is also deeply involved in Trust Management, exploring how to establish and maintain trust in digital interactions. Additionally, Dr. Azeez is interested in Web Services Security, aiming to enhance the safety and reliability of online services. His research extends to ICT4D (Information and Communication Technology for Development), where he examines how technology can facilitate socio-economic growth. Furthermore, he is passionate about E-Health, investigating the role of information technology in improving health services and outcomes. Through his research, Dr. Azeez aims to contribute to the development of secure, efficient, and impactful technological solutions.

Skills:

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nureni Azeez possesses a robust skill set that encompasses various areas of computer science and technology. His programming expertise includes proficiency in web development using PHP, HTML, XHTML, and MySQL, as well as coding in Assembly Language, Python, JAVA, FORTRAN, and BASIC across both Linux and Windows environments. He has demonstrated his capabilities in cybersecurity, particularly in web services security and machine learning applications in cyber defense. Dr. Azeez is skilled in systems analysis and design, having taught and implemented principles in academic settings. His experience also extends to database management, compiler construction, and the application of algorithms. Additionally, he has strong leadership and organizational skills, having held various academic and administrative roles within the university. His commitment to ongoing learning is evidenced by his participation in numerous training programs and workshops, further enhancing his expertise in emerging technologies and methodologies.

Publication Top Noted:

• Security and Privacy Issues in E-Health Cloud-Based System: A Comprehensive Content Analysis
  • Authors: NA Azeez, C Van der Vyver
  • Year: 2019
  • Journal: Egyptian Informatics Journal 20 (2), 97-108
  • Citations: 163
• Windows PE Malware Detection Using Ensemble Learning
  • Authors: NA Azeez, OE Odufuwa, S Misra, J Oluranti, R Damaševičius
  • Year: 2021
  • Journal: Informatics 8 (1), 10
  • Citations: 94
• Using Wearable Sensors for Remote Healthcare Monitoring System
  • Authors: AP Abidoye, NA Azeez, AO Adesina, KK Agbele, HO Nyongesa
  • Year: 2011
  • Journal: Journal of Sensor Technology 2011
  • Citations: 86
• Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems: An Updated Review
  • Authors: NA Azeez, TM Bada, S Misra, A Adewumi, C Van der Vyver, R Ahuja
  • Year: 2020
  • Journal: Data Management, Analytics and Innovation: Proceedings of ICDMAI 2019
  • Citations: 72
• Cyber Security: Challenges and the Way Forward
  • Authors: NA Ayofe, B Irwin
  • Year: 2010
  • Journal: Comput. Sci. Telecommun. 29, 56-69
  • Citations: 62
• Identifying Phishing Attacks in Communication Networks Using URL Consistency Features
  • Authors: NA Azeez, BB Salaudeen, S Misra, R Damaševičius, R Maskeliūnas
  • Year: 2020
  • Journal: International Journal of Electronic Security and Digital Forensics 12 (2)
  • Citations: 60
• Adopting Automated Whitelist Approach for Detecting Phishing Attacks
  • Authors: NA Azeez, S Misra, IA Margaret, L Fernandez-Sanz
  • Year: 2021
  • Journal: Computers & Security 108, 102328
  • Citations: 54
• Network Intrusion Detection with a Hashing Based Apriori Algorithm Using Hadoop MapReduce
  • Authors: NA Azeez, TJ Ayemobola, S Misra, R Maskeliūnas, R Damaševičius
  • Year: 2019
  • Journal: Computers 8 (4), 86
  • Citations: 49
• Ancaee: A Novel Clustering Algorithm for Energy Efficiency in Wireless Sensor Networks
  • Authors: AP Abidoye, NA Azeez, AO Adesina
  • Year: 2011
  • Journal: Scientific Research
  • Citations: 40