PROF. NANRAM BITRUS LONGBAP
FCASSON, MNAE

PROF. NANRAM BITRUS LONGBAP

Professor of Counselling Psychology
University of Jos
Governing Board
Secretary-General, CASSON | Board Member, CPCN | Specialist in Digital Mental Health & Clinical Wellness
Executive Summary

Professor Nanram Bitrus Longbap is an eminent scholar, mental health trailblazer, and top-tier educational administrator with a distinguished legacy of shaping the psychological landscape of Nigeria. A tenured Professor of Counselling Psychology at the University of Jos, he has dedicated his career to the advanced training and clinical mentorship of future professionals in mental health and wellness.

Professor Longbap stands at the absolute forefront of institutional governance in his field. He currently serves as the National Secretary-General of the Counselling Association of Nigeria (CASSON), having previously held numerous high-ranking national portfolios. A pioneer of professional regulation, he sits as an executive Board Member of the Counselling Practitioners' Council of Nigeria (CPCN) and serves as the Secretary of the Board of Trustees for CASSON.

As a researcher, Professor Longbap is a pioneer in the intersection of "Technologies and Mental Health," exploring how digital frameworks and emerging modern tools influence psychological well-being. His post-doctoral expertise in clinical wellness has established him as a premier authority in sub-Saharan behavioral sciences.

Areas of Core Expertise
Technologies & Mental Health Investigating the psychological impacts of digital media, educational technologies, and virtual environments on human behavior and clinical wellness frameworks.
Macro-Level Professional Governance Managing national secretariats, driving legislative implementation for practitioners, and overseeing institutional trusts.
Mandatory Continuing Counsellor Education (MCCE) Directing large-scale, post-graduate certification and capacity-building networks for licensed professionals.
Clinical Wellness & Mental Health Mentorship Advanced post-doctoral applications of cognitive and behavioral therapies tailored to youth and academic demographics.
Academic Leadership & Experience
National Secretary-General
Counselling Association of Nigeria (CASSON)
Directs national administrative operations, coordinates communication across all 36 state chapters, and steers macro-level policy execution for the association.
Secretary, Board of Trustees
CASSON National
Anchors the primary legal, fiduciary, and long-term strategic governance of the association's assets and legacy.
National Board Member
Counselling Practitioners' Council of Nigeria (CPCN)
Contributes to the regulatory board tasked with statutory licensing, ethical enforcement, and standardizing professional guidelines nationwide.
Chairperson & Coordinator, Counsellor Education Programme
North-Central Nigeria
Spearheads mandatory professional development, curriculum auditing, and continuing education protocols for practising counsellors across the region.
Lead Conference Discussant
CASSON International Conferences
Serves as a recurring, elite panel chair and lead strategist, guiding next-generation researchers in refining empirical methodology and global publication skills.
Professor of Counselling Psychology
Faculty of Education, University of Jos (Unijos)
Directs postgraduate research, designs faculty curriculum, and serves as an institutional anchor for the advancement of behavioral education. Completed advanced post-doctoral training in Mental Health and Wellness Counselling.
Quick Profile
Category: Governing Board
Credentials: FCASSON, MNAE
Institution: University of Jos
Specialisation: Professor of Counselling Psychology
Fellowships & Affiliations
Fellow (FCASSON) – Counselling Association of Nigeria (Highest professional honor for lifetime institutional contributions)
Member (MNAE) – Nigerian Academy of Education
Registered Practitioner – Counselling Practitioners' Council of Nigeria (CPCN)
Education & Credentials
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Counselling Psychology
University of Jos (1998)
Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Guidance and Counselling
University of Jos (1992)
Bachelor of Arts in Education (B.A.Ed.)
(1988)
Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) & FSLC
(1966–1981)
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Dr. Vera Nkiru Nwadinobi
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Dr. Ndidi Mercy Ofole
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Mrs. Marlin Yelyel Tiling
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Mrs. Helen Eze
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