Matthew Simeon is a dedicated academic, researcher, and COREN-Registered Engineer (R.67971) specializing in Electrical and Electronics Engineering. Currently a Lecturer I at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), he holds a Ph.D., M.Eng., and B.Eng. in his field. His foundation of academic excellence is firmly highlighted by the PZ Award and Gandy Engineering Limited Award for Best Graduating Electrical/Electronics Engineering Student, alongside the prestigious Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship for University Scholars at the Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi.
Dr. Matthew’s research expertise bridges power system security, renewable energy integration, and the application of machine learning algorithms, such as k-NN, for advanced grid analysis and classification. Recognized for his scholarly impact, he has authored numerous publications in prestigious, Scopus- and Scimago-indexed journals, including Cogent Engineering and the International Journal of Energy Economics and Policy. He is also actively pioneering the development of indigenous power system analysis software tools and advanced harmonic filters for power quality improvement in complex distribution networks. His ongoing research focuses on enhancing these analysis tools with multiple machine learning models to ensure grid reliability.
As a committed educator, Dr. Matthew maintains an impressive and consistent teaching workload, achieving high contact-time and class-size evaluation scores across multiple academic sessions. He is deeply invested in holistic student development, actively supervising and mentoring undergraduate research projects, and guiding the next generation of engineering professionals toward both academic and practical excellence.
Beyond the classroom, he is a proactive institutional leader. He currently serves as the departmental SIWES Coordinator and has previously held pivotal administrative roles, including Examination Officer and Departmental Representative to the College Committee. Furthermore, he is a Corporate Member of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) and an active member of the College of Engineering Board, consistently contributing to strategic academic governance and curriculum development.
Combining an award-winning academic foundation, a robust research portfolio, and steadfast administrative service, Dr. Matthew is a dynamic academic leader. He remains deeply committed to driving innovative engineering education, advancing sustainable energy solutions, and fostering continuous institutional growth within the Nigerian university system and the broader global engineering community.
a. Ph.D. Electrical and Electronics Engineering 2026
b. M.Eng. Electrical and Electronics Engineering 2014
c. B.Eng. Electrical and Electronics Engineering 2009
d. WASSCE Ordinary Level 1997
My Research interest includes Power Systems Security, Renewable Energy, Demand Side Management and Industrial control and automation.
a. PZ Award, Best Graduating Electrical/Electronics Engineering Student, Federal University of
Agriculture, Makurdi (2006/2007) 2009
b. Gandy Engineering Limited Award, Best Graduating Electrical/Electronics Engineering Student,
Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi(2006/2007) 2009
c. VC’s Scholarship Award for University Scholars, Federal University of Agriculture,
Makurdi 2003-2007
a. Registered Engineer, Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN): R. 67971 2022
b. Corporate Member, The Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) 44360 2016
a. Fourth International Conference of College of Engineering tagged CEIC 2026, Federal University
of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria, 28th – 30th April, 2026.
b. 2018 IEEE PES/IAS PowerAfrica, River Club, Cape Town, South Africa June 26-29, 2018.
i. Orovwode, H., Matthew, S., Amuta, E., Olanipekun A. J. and Thompson T (2024) Fabrication and investigation of local clay-based insulators for high voltage applications, Cogent Engineering, 11:1, 2327903, DOI: 10.1080/23311916.2024.2327903
ii. Orovwode, H., Matthew, S., Adebisi O. I, Olanipekun A. J. and Amuta E. O. (2024). “Development of a solar system for charging mobile phones with customized DC chargers for rural areas in Nigeria”, International Journal Systematic Innovation, 8:1 63-69. DOI: 10.6977/IJoSI.202403_8(1).0006
iii. Matthew S., Wara S T., Adejumobi A. I., Ajisegiri E.S.A., and Olanipekun A. J. (2014). “Power system’s voltage stability improvement using static var compensator” International Journal of Emerging Technology and Advanced Engineering, 4: 494-501
iv. Matthew S., Wara S., Adejumobi I. A. and Amuta E. (2018). “Minimization of Active Transmission Loss in Power Systems using Static Var Compensator”. International Journal of Applied Engineering Research, 13(7): 4951-4959
v. Matthew S., A. Elizabeth, S. T. Wara, A. Adoghe and O. Hope, (2018) “Efficient Energy Management System Using Pir Sensor,” 2018 IEEE PES/IAS PowerAfrica, 601-606, doi: 10.1109/PowerAfrica.2018.8521059.
vi. Amuta E., Wara S. T, Agbetuyi F., Matthew S., Shomefun T. (2019). “Hybridization of Biomass – Solar PV (Photovoltaic) Microgrid Power System Potentials for Kaduna in Nigeria” International Journal of Mechanical Engineering and Technology, 10(3):1910-1918
vii. Anabi H. K., Uyi A. S., Matthew S., Okoyeigbo O., Aligbe A., Atayero A. A. (2021). “The quality of service of the deployed LTE technology by mobile network operators in Abuja-Nigeria,” International Journal of Electrical and Computer Engineering 11(3):2191-2202
viii. Orovwode H., Matthew S., Agbetuyi A. F. Adoghe U. A. , Amuta E., (2021). “Development of a Starter with Protective Systems for a Three-Phase Induction Motor”, Journal of Engineering, 2021: 1-8
ix. Agbetuyi A. F., Abdulkareem A., Orovwode H. E., Oladipupo O. K., Matthew S, Agbetuyi O. A. (2021) Power quality considerations for embedded generation integration in Nigeria: A case study of ogba 33 kV injection substation”. International Journal of Electrical and Computer Engineering 11(2): 956-965
x. Orovwode H. E., Matthew S., Amuta E. , Agbetuyi F. A. , Isaac O.(2021) “Carbon Footprint Evaluation and Environmental Sustainability Improvement through Capacity Optimization”, International Journal of Energy Economics and Policy, 11(3): 454-459
xi. Amuta E. O., Wara S. T., Agbetuyi A. F. , Orovwode H. E., Matthew S. , Somefun T. (2022) “Microgrid System Evaluation Using Capacity Factor For an Off-grid Community in Nigeria”, International Journal of Energy Economics and Policy, 12(2), 181-187
xii. Olajube A. A., Matthew S., Amuta E. O., Aligbe A., Uyi A. and Adoghe A. U. (2021) “BIPV Potentials in Overcoming Energy Challenges in Sub-Saharan Africa,” IOP Conf. Ser.: Mater. Sci. Eng. 1107 012182
xiii. Orovwode H., Matthew S., Amuta E. Alashiri O. (2020). “Losses in the Nigerian Distribution Systems: A review of classification and strategies for mitigation” International Journal of Engineering Research and Technology, 13(11):3251-3254
xiv. Afolabi G., Orovwode H., Abdulkareem A., Adoghe A., Matthew S. (2019). “The Influence of Meteorological Features on the Performance Characteristics of Solar Photovoltaic Storage System”, Journal of Physics: Conference Series, 1378(3)
xv. Amuta E. , Wara S., Agbetuyi F., and Matthew S. (2018). “Smart Grid Technology Potentials in Nigeria: an Overview,” International Journal of Applied Engineering Research 13(2): 1191-1200.
xvi. Matthew S., A. U. Adoghe, S. T. Wara and J. O. Oloweni, (2018). “Renewable Energy Integration Enhancement Using Energy Storage Technologies,” 2018 IEEE PES/IAS PowerAfrica, 864-868, doi: 10.1109/PowerAfrica.2018.8521075.
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