Professor Joseph Atubokiki Ajienka is a Nigerian petroleum engineer, academic and university administrator known for his contributions to petroleum engineering research and university–industry collaboration. He served as Vice-Chancellor of the University of Port Harcourt from 2010 to 2015 and holds the Emmanuel Egbogah Chair in Petroleum Engineering at the university.
He obtained a BSc in Petroleum Engineering from the University of Ibadan and postgraduate degrees from the University of Port Harcourt. His technical expertise includes petroleum production, production enhancement and flow assurance. He has authored numerous scientific publications and contributed to the development of specialist training for the petroleum industry.
Professor Ajienka was a pioneer Director of the Institute of Petroleum Studies at the University of Port Harcourt, established through collaboration with France’s IFP School and industry partners. A Fellow of the Nigerian Academy of Engineering, he supports the Triple Helix approach by promoting collaboration among universities, industry and government to translate research into practical solutions and economic value.