Benjamin Olusola Ajibade

Benjamin Olusola Ajibade is an Assistant Professor in Mental Health Nursing at Northumbria University, with expertise spanning dementia care, racial equity in nursing, and pedagogical innovation. He holds a PhD in Nursing Studies and the Senior Fellow Higher Education Academy (SFHEA) qualification.

• Primary research areas: Dementia and Care of the Older Person, Internationalisation and Decolonisation of Curriculum, Racial Equity in Nursing Workforce Development
• Key methodological innovations: Qualitative data collection using LEGO® Serious Play®
• Recent publications (2025–2023): Culturally responsive mental health education, anti-racism in academia, inclusive PhD completion strategies, falls risk assessment in elderly care
• Award: Amazing Teachers Award (2015) from University of Sunderland

His scholarly work focuses on student feedback mechanisms, international student wellbeing, and equity in healthcare education. Professional activities include external validations, editorial work, and consultancy in nursing education.