Dr Prosper Zannu, Head of the Department of Mass Communication at Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH), has been recognised among the top 500 communication scholars in Nigeria by Elsevier Scopus SciVal.
The annual list, compiled using metrics from the Scopus dataset, highlights the research output of academics across the country. It is intended to showcase scholars making significant contributions to their fields through publications and citations.
LASUSTECH Vice Chancellor, Professor Olumuyiwa Odusanya, congratulated Dr Zannu on the recognition, describing it as evidence of his “profound scholarship and commitment to research that adds value.” He said the achievement reflects the university’s efforts to support faculty in producing research that drives solutions.
Dr Zannu expressed delight at the recognition, saying it results from consistent dedication to rigorous academic work. “I am not taking this listing for granted, but as a strong motivation to spur me into more productive academic research output,” he said.
The recognition is part of a growing trend of Nigerian academics being acknowledged internationally for their contributions to research and scholarship in communications and related disciplines.
