Editorial Board
Distinguished Editors, Section Editors, Specialized Methodology Officers, and International Advisory Board of the Nigerian Dental Journal (NDJ).
Editorial Board & Governance
The Nigerian Dental Journal (NDJ) Editorial Board comprises distinguished academic clinicians, dental surgical specialists, and international scholars representing 7 countries across 4 continents. The Board operates under the Editorial Board Charter, adhering strictly to COPE, ICMJE, and WAME governance standards.
Prof. S. Olusegun Nwhator
Professor of Periodontal Medicine, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria
Member, World Association of Medical Editors (WAME)
Prof. Olabayo Fasola
Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Ibadan, Nigeria
Associate Editors (by Specialty)
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
- Prof. Babatunde Bamgbose — Bayero University, Kano, Nigeria
- Prof. Ọlalekan M. Gbotolorun — University of Lagos, Nigeria
- Prof. Ashraf F. Ayoub — University of Glasgow, UK
- Prof. Olawunmi Fatusi — Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria
- Prof. Olufemi K. Ogundipe — Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria
- Prof. Ezekiel T. Adebayo — University of Medical Sciences, Ondo State, Nigeria
Restorative Dentistry & Endodontics
- Prof. Adeleke Oginni — Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria
- Prof. Adolphus A. Loto — University of Medical Sciences, Ondo State, Nigeria
- Prof. Donna Umesi — University of Lagos, Nigeria
- Prof. Udoye Christopher — University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Nigeria
Periodontology & Implantology
- Prof. Timo Sorsa — University of Helsinki, Finland
- Prof. Clement Azodo — University of Benin, Nigeria
- Prof. Khalid Almas — IAU College of Dentistry, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
Paediatric Dentistry
- Prof. Omolola O. Orenuga — University of Lagos, Nigeria
- Prof. Morenike Ukpong — Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria
- Prof. Obafunke Denloye — University of Ibadan, Nigeria
- Prof. Folakemi Oredugba — University of Lagos, Nigeria
Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics
- Prof. Olayinka Otuyemi — Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria
- Assoc. Prof. Ikenna Isiekwe — University of Lagos, Nigeria
Oral Medicine & Oral Pathology
- Prof. Shankargouda Patil — Roseman University of Health Sciences, USA
- Prof. Henry Adeola — University of Cape Town, South Africa
- Prof. Mercy Okoh — University of Benin, Nigeria
- Prof. Olufemi Omitola — University of Port Harcourt, Nigeria
Dental Public Health & Epidemiology
- Prof. Sunny Okegbemen — University of Benin, Nigeria
- Prof. Evelyn Wagaiyu — University of Nairobi, Kenya
Family Dentistry & General Practice
- Dr. Nathan U. Ikimi — Consultant Family Dentist, Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, Nigeria
- Dr. Afolabi A. Ogunderu — Private Dental Practitioner, Lagos, Nigeria
Specialized Editorial Officers & Operations
Prof. F. J. Owotade
Statistical Editor — Methodological review, power calculations, and analysis quality assurance.
Miss Comfort Oseni
Language Editor — Post-acceptance linguistic refinement and proofreading.
Promise Nwhator
Managing Editor — Day-to-day operations, submission tracking, and Editorial Board Activity Log.
Geographic & Institutional Diversity (32 Members across 4 Continents)
| Country | Continent | Members | Key Institutions Represented |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | Africa | 20 | OAU, UniLag, UniBen, UI, UNN, BUK, UNIMED, UniPort |
| South Africa | Africa | 1 | University of Cape Town |
| Kenya | Africa | 1 | University of Nairobi |
| Finland | Europe | 1 | University of Helsinki |
| United Kingdom | Europe | 1 | University of Glasgow |
| USA | North America | 1 | Roseman University of Health Sciences |
| Saudi Arabia | Asia / Middle East | 1 | IAU College of Dentistry, Dammam |
| Total Board Members | 4 Continents | 32 | Institutional & Global Diversity Achieved |
Editorial Office Contact
Nigerian Dental Association,
c/o Editor-in-Chief, Department of Preventive and Community Dentistry,
Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria.