Prof. Gregory Chukwudi Nwakoby

Prof. Gregory Chukwudi Nwakoby is a PROFESSOR in LAW Department, Faculty Of Law in Nnamdi Azikiwe University

Prof. Gregory Chukwudi Nwakoby

Staff Profile

Prof. Gregory Chukwudi Nwakoby was born at Enugu before the Nigeria/Biafra Civil war. He is from Nkwelle Ezunzka in in Oyi Local Government Area of Anambra State - Nigeria. He attended Central Primary School, Nkwelle Ezunzka from 1970-1975 and was admitted into Dennis Memorial Grammar School, Onitsha (DMGS) from 1975 to 1980 (made grade one in the school certificate exams). Was a staff of First Bank Plc, 1980 to 22nd October, 1982 before entering into University of Nigeria Nsukka wherein he had his first degree in First Class Honors in 1986 before proceeding to study law at University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus in 1987-1990 and thereafter to the Nigeria Law School in 1990-1991. He made second class upper Division at the Law School and was called to the Nigeria Bar on 13th December 1991. He had a higher degree in Law LL.M (Commercial & Property Law)from University of Nigeria Enugu Campus in 1993 and thereafter proceeded to Nnamdi Azikiwe University in 1999 for his doctoral programme in Law and was awarded Ph.D on 26th November, 2002. Prof Gregory Chukwudi Nwakoby is a lecturer in the Faculty of Law, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka Campus from 1995 till date teaching Jurisprudence & Legal Theory, Administrative Law, and Commercial Arbitration Law. He has series of journal publications, conference and seminar papers. He is an editor of many law journal in Nigeria and contributor to so many textbooks in law. He is the author of the textbook titled The Law and Practice of Commercial Arbitration in Nigeria. Prof Gregory Cbukwudi Nwakoby is an external examiner for undergraduate and postgraduate programs to some many Faculties of Law in Nigeria and an expert in Arbitration Law. He has acted as external assessor for Readership and Full Professor for Nigerian Universities and beyond. He is fellow of so many professional bodies including Fellow, Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, Fellow, Chartered Institute of Mediation and Conciliation, Fellow, Strategic Institute of Natural Resources and Human Development, Fellow, Chartered Institute oil and Oil and Gas Research and Hydrocarbon Studies, etc. He is a professor of Law, former Examination Officer and Faculty Representative at Senate Faculty of Law UNIZIK, former Dean, Faculty of Law, former Director of Academic Planning UNIZIK, former Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration) UNIZIK, and former Vice Chancellor, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Igbariam Anambra State. He was chairman of so many university committees among which include the following, Chairman Curriculum Committee, Chairman, Senior Staff Disciplinary Committee, Chairman Junior Staff Disciplinary Committee, Chairman University Loan Committee, etc.

Personal Information

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Law, Faculty Of Law, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.
Faculty/Unit:
FACULTY OF LAW
Department/Sub-Unit:
LAW

Academic Qualifications

Degrees / Basic Certificates
1University of Nigeria Enugu Campus. (Doctor of Philosophy, November, 2002)
July, 1999 to November, 2002
PhD In Law Law
2University of Nigeria Enugu Campus. (Master Degree, April, 1996)
April, 1992 to July, 1995
LL.M Law
3Nigerian Law School, Lagos. (Bachelor Degree, November, 1991)
September, 1990 to November, 1991
BL Law
4University of Nigeria Enugu Campus. (Bachelor Degree, March, 1991)
November, 1987 to September, 1990
LL.B Law
5University of Nigeria Nsukka. (Bachelor Degree, December, 1986)
November, 1982 to June, 1986
B/A Religious Studies
6Trans Ekulu Girls Secondary School Enugu. (GCE, April, 1985)
December, 1984 to December, 1984
7Dennis Memorial Grammar School Onitsha. (SSCE, June, 1980)
September, 1975 to June, 1980
8Central Primary School, Nkwelle Ezunaka in Oyi LGA of Anambra State. (FSLC, August, 1976)
September, 1970 to June, 1975

Relevant/Working Experience

1Vice-Chancellor, Chukwuemeka Odimegwu Ojukwu University, Anambra State
March, 2018 to December, 2023
2Company Secretary, Sonafem Agencies Nigeria Limited
January, 2015 to Present
3Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration), Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State
April, 2014 to April, 2016
4Adjunct Professor, Faculty of Law, Ebonyi State University Abakaliki
January, 2014 to Present
5Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration), Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
April, 2013 to April, 2015
6Director Academic Planning, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State
April, 2010 to April, 2014
7Chief Legal Officer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State
March, 2010 to April, 2013
8Dean, Faculty of Law, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
October, 2006 to September, 2009
9Patron, Catholic Youth Association of Nigeria (CYON), St Mary Catholic Church, Uwani Enugu
January, 2006 to Present
10Patron, Catholic Law Students Association, Enugu State University of Science & Technology Enugu
May, 2005 to Present
11Professor of Law, Faculty of Law, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
October, 2004 to Present
12Acting Dean, Faculty of Law, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
May, 2003 to September, 2006
13Chairman, Committee of Nigerian Bar Association Enugu Branch on Information Technology
January, 2002 to December, 2004
14Associate Professor, Faculty of Law, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
October, 2001 to September, 2001
15External Solicitor, First Bank of Nigeria Plc
February, 2000 to Present
16Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Law, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
November, 1999 to September, 2001
17Sub Dean, Faculty of Law, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
May, 1999 to May, 2003
18Chairman, Constitution Review Committee of Nkwelle Ezunaka 1999
January, 1999 to December, 1999
19Lecturer 11, Faculty of Law, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
February, 1995 to October, 1999
20Legal Adviser, Nkwelle Ezunaka Union
January, 1995 to December, 2006
21Senior Lecturer (Part Time), Faculty of Law, Enugu State University of Science & Tech. Enugu State
June, 1994 to December, 2004
22Principle Partner, G. C. Nwakoby & Associates (Legal Practitioners& Arbitrators) 1B Niger Close, Uwani Enugu, Enugu State
January, 1994 to Present
23Legal Manger, Techent Nigeria LTD (Subsidiary of TENCO)
December, 1992 to April, 1996
24Legal Practitioner, Nwakoby & Co. 92 Ogui Road, Enugu
January, 1991 to December, 1992
25Lecturer Assistant, Department of Philosophy & Religious Studies, University of Calabar, Cross River State
March, 1986 to April, 1987
26Clerical Officer, Fist Bank PLc
May, 1981 to September, 1982

Creative Output

Books
1Nwakoby, G. C.. (2018, February) The Law and Practice of Commercial Arbitration in Nigeria Iyke Ventures Press, Enugu
2Nwakoby, G. C.. (2014, April) The Law and Practice of Commercial Arbitration in Nigeria Snaap Press Nigeria Limited, Enugu
3Nwakoby, G. C.. (2007, July) The Customary Arbitration Practice in Nigeria Iyke Ventures Press, Enugu
Book Chapters
1Nwakoby, G. C. & Eze, K. U.. (2016, June) Regulation of the Internet and Enforcement Mechanism against Cybercrimes: A Focus on India and Nigeria Rule of Law, Governance Dispute Resolution and Contemporary Legal Issues in Nigeria,(2016) edited by Greg C. Nwakoby & Uruchi Ben Odoh in honour of Dr. Eric Kelechi Igwe (Deputy Governor of Ebonyi State, pp 266-287
2Nwakoby, G. C.. (2014, July) The Relationship of Court and Arbitration in Nigeria Law Making, Good Governance and Administration of Justice in Nigeria being Essays in Honour of Senator Effiong Bob edited by F. E. Ojeih & F. J. Oniekoro, Ekidio Ltd, Ikeja, Lagos, pp 620-635
3Nwakoby, G. C.& Obidimma, A.. (2011, May) Sources of Nigerian Law Fundamentalsof the Nigerian Legal System, Bekam Printers PVT Ltd, Chennai, India
4Nwakoby, G. C. & Okpalaobi, B. N.. (2010, May) Carriage of Goods by Sea Commercial Law in Nigeria Edited by M. N. Umenweke, pp 282 – 319
Journal Articles
1Nwakoby, G. C.. (2025, January), "Arbitral Awards as Judgment or Terms of Settlement under the Arbitration and Mediation Act 2023", Irish International Journal of Law, Political Sciences and Administration, Vol. 9, (Issue 1), pp 71-81
2Nwakoby, G. C., Nwakoby, B. C. & Nwakoby, G. K.. (2024, May), "Duties & Immunity of Arbitrators: A Review of the Arbitration and Mediation Act 2023", Journal of Legal Studies, Humanities and Political Sciences, Vol. 11, (Issue 3), pp 1-8
3Nwakoby, G. C., Nwakoby, B. C. & Nwakoby, G. K.. (2024, November), "Impeachment of Arbitral Award: Review of Arbitration and Mediation Act 2023", Academic Journal of Legal Studies and Research, Vol. 10, (Issue 6), pp 1-22
4Nwakoby, G. C. & Nwakoby, B. C.. (2024, October), "Lex Mercatoria Arbitration and the New York Convention: The Nigerian Position on Enforceability of Lex Mercatoria Award", Journal of Legal Studies, Humanities and Political Sciences, Vol. 11, (Issue 4), pp 1-18
5Nwakoby, G. C.. (2024, October), "International Commercial Arbitration Agreement- Issue of Autonomy in Arbitration Practice", American Journal of Law and Public Administration, Vol. 12, (Issue 4), pp 1-15
6Nwakoby, G. C. & Nwakoby, B. C.. (2022, July), "Appointment of the Arbitrator and the Duty of Disclosure", Irish International Journal of Law, Political Science and Administration, Vol. 6, (Issue 4), pp 41-60
7Nwakoby, G. C., Ofonze, A. & Obegolu, E. J. P.. (2021, February), "Application of the Seat Theory to International Arbitration : State Sovereignty under Fire", African Journal of Law and Human Right, Vol. 5, (Issue 2), pp 34-39
8Nwakoby, G. C., Ofonze, A. & Obegolu, E. J. P.. (2021, February), "Practical Issues in Delocalization Vis-à-vis the Attitude of Local Courts and State Legislations", International Journal of Law and Clinical Legal Education, Vol. 2, (Issue 7), pp 103-106
9Nwakoby, G. C., Aduaka, E. C., & Orabueze, C.. (2018, March), "Arbitration Agreement: The Issue of Arbitrability in Nigeria Arbitration Practice", International Journal of Law & Society, Vol. 1, (Issue 2), pp 92-101
10Nwakoby, G. C., Aduaka, C. E., & Orabueze, C.. (2017, October), "Enforcement of ICSID Convention Arbitral Awards and National Courts in Nigeria", International Journal of Business & Law Research, Vol. 5, (Issue 4), pp 62-71
11Nwakoby, G. C. & Aduaka, C. E.. (2017, June), "ICSID Arbitration Practice in Nigeria: The Enforcement of ICSID Award and the Plea of State Sovereign Immunity", Journal of Law and Conflict Resolution London, Vol. 29, (Issue 8), pp 67-88
12Nwakoby, G. C. & Orabueze, C.. (2017, April), "Enforcement of ICSID Convention Arbitral Awards and National Courts in Nigeria B", Journal of Arbitration, Vol. 11, (Issue 1), pp 254-272
13Nwakoby, G. C. & Aduaka, E. C.. (2015, May), "Striking a Balance Between Arbitration and the Court", Asian Academic Research Journal of Social Sciences and Humanity, Vol. 1, (Issue 35), pp 58-78
14Nwakoby, G. C. & Aduaka, E. C.. (2015, April), "Appointment of Arbitrators and the Duty of Disclosure", The Journal of African and International Comparative Law, University of Edinburgh, University of Edinburgh Press, Vol. 5, (Issue 9), pp 147-153
15Nwakoby, G. C. & Aduaka, E. C.. (2015, July), "Obstacles Facing International Commercial Arbitration", Journal of Law and Conflict Resolution, Vol. 7, (Issue 3), pp 15-20
16Nwakoby, G. C. & Aduaka, E. C.. (2015, May), "The Challenge and Disqualification of Arbitrator under ICSID- Low Rate Success", Journal of Law, Policy and Globalization, Vol. 36, (Issue 1), pp 170-175
17Nwakoby, G. C. & Aduaka, E. C.. (2015, June), "The Recognition and Enforcement of International Arbitration Awards in Nigeria: TheIssue of Time Limitation", Journal of Law, Policy and Globalization, Vol. 37, (Issue 1), pp 116-125
18Nwakoby, G. C. & Ozioko, M. V. C.. (2014, March), "Registration of Business in Nigeria- The Issue of Double Requirements", The Journal of Entrepreneurial Studies, Vol. 1, (Issue 2), pp 20-32
19Nwakoby, G. C. & Aduaka, E. C.. (2013, May), "Arbitral Immunity", Nigerian Law and Practice Journal of the Council of Legal Education, Nigerian Law School, Vol. 12, (Issue 8), pp 175-182
20Nwakoby, G. C.. (2010, April), "Customary Law Arbitration Practice: Validity of Arbitral Award based on Oath Taking", Capital Law Journal, Nigeria Bar Association, Awka Branch, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 1-21
21Nwakoby, G. C.. (2007, February), "The Choice of Place of Arbitration – The Issue of Applicable Law", Unizik Law Journal, Vol. 9, (Issue 6), pp 1-13
22Nwakoby, G. C.. (2007, June), "The Choice of Place of Arbitration – The Issue of Applicable Law", Unizik Law Journal, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 1-13
23Nwakoby, G. C.. (2006, May), "Arbitrators – The Issue of Duties and Immunity", Nigerian Bar Association, Abakaliki Branch Bar Journal, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 1-22
24Nwakoby, G. C.. (2005, January), "Contract of Employment – The Legal Status of an Unconfirmed Employee in Nigeria", Unizik Law Journal, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 1-12
25Nwakoby, G. C., & Anyogu, F.. (2004, January), "Institutionalizing Alternative Dispute Resolution Mechanism in the Nigerian Legal System", Unizik Law Journal, Vol. 4, (Issue 2), pp 147-162
26Nwakoby, G. C.. (2004, April), "Arbitration Tribunal and the Nigerian Courts – Friends or Enemies?", Unizik Law Journal, Vol. 1, (Issue 4), pp 20-38
27Nwakoby, G. C.. (2004, March), "The Factories Act and Safety of Workers: The Nigerian Experience", Modern Practice Journal of Finance & Investment Law (Nigeria & International), Vol. 8, (Issue 3), pp 544-560
28Nwakoby, G. C.. (2004, January), "Exploring Arbitration: A Commentary", Modern Practice Journal of Finance & Investment Law (Nigerian & International), Vol. 8, (Issue 2), pp 1-19
29Nwakoby, G. C.. (2004, January), "Commercial Arbitration Practice – The Issue of Party Autonomy", Journal of Law & Diplomacy, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 12-18
30Nwakoby, G. C.. (2004, February), "Customary Law as a Source of Nigerian Laws", Introduction to the Nigerian Legal System, Vol. 8, (Issue 9), pp 291-316
31Nwakoby, G. C.. (2004, April), "Contemporary Problems in Commercial Arbitration Practice in Nigeria", Nigeria Bar Journal of the Nigerian Bar Association, Vol. 5, (Issue 4), pp 96-109
32Nwakoby, G. C.. (2004, January), "The Judiciary and the Political Process in Nigeria", Modern Practice Journal of Finance & Investment Law (Nigerian & International), Vol. 9, (Issue 1), pp 120-144
33Nwakoby, G. C.. (2004, April), "Commercial Arbitration Practice – The Issue of Party Autonomy", Unizik Law Journal, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 492-504
34Nwakoby, G. C.. (2004, April), "The Court and Arbitral Process in Nigeria", Unizik Law Journal, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 20-37
35Nwakoby, G. C.. (2003, February), "Arbitration Awards – Judgment or Terms of Settlement?", Multidisciplinary Journal of Nigerian – Academic Forum, Vol. 5, (Issue 2), pp 37-43
36Nwakoby, G. C.. (2003, March), "International Commercial Arbitration Agreement – The Issue of Autonomy of Arbitration Practice", Modern Practice Journal of Finance & Investment Law (Nigeria & International), Vol. 7, (Issue 3), pp 310-328
37Nwakoby, G. C.. (2002, April), "ICSID Arbitration Practice – Plea of Sovereign Immunity", Modern Practice Journal of Finance & Investment Law (Nigerian & International), Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 27-41
38Nwakoby, G. C.. (2002, April), "Constitutionality of Sections 7(4) & 34 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act 1990, Case Comment on Chief Felix Agunwale v, Syrian Arab Republic", Nigeria Bar Journal of the Nigerian Bar Association, Vol. 1, (Issue 4), pp 20-38
39Nwakoby, G. C.. (2002, January), "Lex Mercatoria Arbitration Practice & The New York Convention – the Nigerian Position", Multidisciplinary Journal of Nigeria, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 206-217
40Nwakoby, G. C.. (2001, January), "Setting Aside of Arbitration Awards in Nigeria – A Critical Review of the Case of Alhaji Albishir& Sons Ltd. Vs. Bayero University Kano", Unizik Law Journal, Vol. 1, (Issue 3), pp 123-132
41Nwakoby, G. C.. (2001, March), "The Time Limitation Act and the Enforcement of Arbitration Awards in Nigeria", Unizik Law Journal, Vol. 1, (Issue 3), pp 220-237
42Nwakoby, G. C.. (2001, March), "Arbitration Agreement under the Act – A Critical Review of Stay of Proceedings by the Courts", Unizik Law Journal, (Issue 3), pp 220-237
43Nwakoby, G. C.. (2001, February), "Appointment of Arbitrators", Modern Practice Journal of Finance & Investment Law (Nigerian & International), Vol. 5, (Issue 3), pp 355-369
44Nwakoby, G. C.. (1999, February), "The Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Arbitration Awards in Nigeria", Unizik Law Journal, Vol. 1, (Issue 2), pp 77-97
45Nwakoby, G. C.. (1999, April), "Setting Aside of Arbitration Awards in Nigeria – A Critical Review of the Case of Alhaji Albishir& Sons Ltd. Vs. Bayero University Kano", Unizik Law Journal, Vol. 8, (Issue 4), pp 1-10
46Nwakoby, G. C.. (1997, February), "The Enforcement of Domestic Arbitration Awards Under Cap 19 Laws of the Federation of Nigeria", Unizik Law Journal, Vol. 1, (Issue 2), pp 125-135
47Nwakoby, G. C.. (1997, May), "Customary Law Arbitration Practice in Nigeria: A Critic of the case of Okpuwuru vs Okpokam (1988)4 NWLR (Pt.90)570", Journal of Law and Diplomacy, Vol. 9, (Issue 8), pp 147-158
48Nwakoby, G. C.. (1996, June), "Customary Arbitration Practice-The Pre-requisite of the Practice", International Legal Practitioner Journal of the International Bar Association, Vol. 22, (Issue 6), pp 138-143
49Nwakoby, G. C.. (1996, June), "Arbitrate, Avoid the Courts and do not Litigate – The Lawyers Reasoning", IBA Journal of the International Bar Association London, Vol. 22, (Issue 22), pp 28-35
50Nwakoby, G. C.. (1995, December), "The Enforcement of Customary and Common Law Awards in Nigeria", International Legal Practitioner Journal of the International Bar Association, London, Vol. 20, (Issue 20), pp 142-147

Academic Leadership Qualities

Supervisions
1"The Gender Dynamics of Customary Land Inheritance Rights among the Igbo of Anambra State of Nigeria" (2008). Completed Doctorate project by Ogugua Victoria Chinelo Ikpeze (2003397003)
2"Domestic Violence against Women in Nigeria: A Case Study of Anambra State, A Legal Perspective" (2006). Completed Doctorate project by Carol Arinze Umeobi (2003397001)
3"The Role of the Judiciary in Nigeria Election Matters" (2006). Completed Doctorate project by Kingsley Ezeibe (2003396010)
4"Subversion of Federalism in Nigeria Under the 1999 Constitution and the Imperative of Convening a Constitutional National Conference" (2009). Completed Doctorate project by Amene, Francisca Anene (PG/Ph.D/2004/397004)
5"Consumer Protection in the Petroleum Industry in Nigeria" (2009). Completed Doctorate project by Obumneme –Okafor Nkiru Justina (2005397005P)
6"Privatization of Public Utilities in Nigeria: The Legal Implication" (2009). Completed Doctorate project by Aduaka Charles Emenogha (PG/Ph.D/2006/397001P)
7"Arbitration by Video Conferencing: A Paradigm in International Commercial Arbitration" (2008). Completed Doctorate project by Ekwenze S.A.M. (2004/0397005)
8"An Appraisal of Election Petitions in Nigeria" (2011). Completed Doctorate project by Ubanyionwu Josephate Chima (2006397002)
9"Legal Framework for Control of Environmental Pollution in the Oil Industry in Nigeria" (2011). Completed Doctorate project by Ezeabasili Nkechi Gloria (PG/Ph.D/2003397008P)
10"Federalism and the Nigerian Democracy: The Constitutional Question" (2012). Completed Doctorate project by Obidimma Angela Ebele (2007397003P)
11"The Problems of Torture and Unlawful Detention in Nigeria- Issue of Legal Control" (2012). Completed Doctorate project by Uwaezuoke Chukwunonso Nathan (2005397002P)
12"Legal and Institutional Framework for Environmental Protection and Waste Management in Nigeria: A Critique" (2012). Completed Doctorate project by Emelie Charity Ifeyinwa Nwakaego (2006397003P)
Grants
1Collaborator: "Faculty of Pharmacy, Agulu" (January, 2009 to July, 2009). Completed sponsored grant by Dr. Ifeanyi Jude Okoye (JUHEL Nig. Ltd)
2Collaborator: "Chike Okoli Centre for Entrepreneurial Studies" (January, 2009 to August, 2009). Completed sponsored grant by Chief Dr. Stella Okoli of Emzor Pharmaceuticals Nig. Ltd
3Awardee: "Book Donation to the Faculty of Law Library, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (January, 2004 to March, 2004). Completed sponsored grant by Education Trust Lagos
Editorships
1Editor, "Faculty of Law Journal" (May, 2025)
2Chief Editor, "Rule of Law, Governance Dispute Resolution and Contemporary Issues in Nigeria: Juridical Essay in Honour of Chief Barr. Eric Kelechi Igwe PhD" (April, 2016)
3Editor, "UNIZIK Journal of Law" (April, 2002)
4Editor, "UNIZIK Journal of Law" (April, 2001)
5Editor, "UNIZIK Journal of Law" (April, 2000)
Reviewerships
1Reviewer, "Nigeria Judicial Review" (February, 2015)
2Reviewer, "BAR Journal of NBA, Awka Branch" (May, 2012)
Examinerships
1Examiner, "External Examiner Olorunfemi John Funsho School of Posgraduate Studies, University of Nigeria" (May, 2016 to May, 2016). Completed External Exam
2Examiner, "External Examiner Postgraduate Studies Enugu State University of Scince and Technology 2016-2017 to 2017-2018" (February, 2016 to February, 2016). Completed External Exam
3Examiner, "External Examiner Job Ohioma Odion University of Benin" (November, 2014 to November, 2014). Completed External Exam
4Examiner, "External Examiner Mbakwi Confidence Samuel University of Nigeria" (August, 2014 to August, 2014). Completed External Exam
5Examiner, "External Examiner Obot Emmanuel Obot Ebonyi State University" (November, 2014 to November, 2014). Completed External Exam
6Examiner, "External Examiner Undergraduate UNN 2013 2014 Academic Session" (September, 2013 to September, 2014). Completed External Exam
7Examiner, "Thesis for Examination School of Postgraduate Studies Ebonyi State University" (December, 2013 to December, 2013). Completed External Exam
8Examiner, "External Examiner School of Postgraduate Studies Ebonyi State University" (December, 2013 to December, 2013). Completed External Exam
9Examiner, "External Examiner School of Postgraduate Studies Ebonyi State University" (December, 2013 to December, 2013). Completed External Exam
10Examiner, "External Examiner School of Postgraduate Studies Ebonyi State University" (July, 2013 to July, 2013). Completed External Exam
11Examiner, "External Examiner LLM School of Posgraduate Studies, Ebonyi State University" (July, 2013 to July, 2013). Completed External Exam
12Examiner, "External Examiner LLM Dissertation School of Postgraduate Studies Ebonyi State University" (July, 2013 to July, 2013). Completed External Exam
13Examiner, "External Examiner Egumgbe Ebele Mabel UNN" (July, 2013 to July, 2013). Completed External Exam
14Examiner, "External Examiner Nwafor Ifeoma Elizabeth UNN" (November, 2013 to November, 2013). Completed External Exam
15Examiner, "External Examiner Ogbodo Richard Emeka UNN" (May, 2013 to May, 2013). Completed External Exam
16Examiner, "External Examiner Ekanem Etefia Ekwere UNN" (August, 2013 to August, 2013). Completed External Exam
17Examiner, "External Examiner Ogbodo Richard Emeka UNN" (April, 2013 to April, 2013). Completed External Exam
18Examiner, "External Examiner Ogbuabor C. UNN" (April, 2013 to April, 2013). Completed External Exam
19Examiner, "External Examiner PhD Candiate School of Postgraduate Studies Ebonyi State University" (August, 2013 to August, 2013). Completed External Exam
20Examiner, "External Examiner LLM Agwu Princess Ezinne School of Posgraduate Studies, Ebonyi State University" (December, 2012 to December, 2012). Completed External Exam
21Examiner, "External Examiner for PG Candidates UNN" (June, 2012 to June, 2012). Completed External Exam
22Examiner, "External Examiner Ezeugwu Hycythia Urunma UNN" (July, 2012 to July, 2012). Completed External Exam
23Examiner, "External Examiner Onwa Ali Onwa Ebonyi State University" (October, 2012 to October, 2012). Completed External Exam
24Examiner, "External Examiner Efieum Benjamin Ebonyi State University" (October, 2012 to October, 2012). Completed External Exam
25Examiner, "External Examiner Ajanwachukwu Michael Ebonyi State University" (September, 2012 to September, 2012). Completed External Exam
26Examiner, "External Examiner Ngwunta Anthony Ebonyi State University" (October, 2012 to October, 2012). Completed External Exam
27Examiner, "External Examiner Abonyi Anselm Ebonyi State University" (October, 2012 to October, 2012). Completed External Exam
28Examiner, "External Examiner Udude Kelvin Ebonyi State University" (September, 2012 to September, 2012). Completed External Exam
29Examiner, "External Examiner Ikwueze Georgunia Ebonyi State University" (October, 2012 to October, 2012). Completed External Exam
30Examiner, "External Examiner Ngwu Godwin Emeka Ebonyi State University" (October, 2012 to October, 2012). Completed External Exam
31Examiner, "External Examiner Obot Emmanuel Obot Ebonyi State University" (June, 2012 to June, 2012). Completed External Exam
32Examiner, "External Examiner Enyi Aja Uneke Ebonyi State University" (April, 2012 to April, 2012). Completed External Exam
33Examiner, "External Examiner Onwe Frank Ebonyi State University" (April, 2012 to April, 2012). Completed External Exam
34Examiner, "External Examiner Ugwuoke Ifeyinwa Ebonyi State University" (April, 2012 to April, 2012). Completed External Exam
35Examiner, "External Examiner Ozougwu Emmanuel Ebonyi State University" (April, 2012 to April, 2012). Completed External Exam
36Examiner, "External Examiner Onu John Ebonyi State University" (January, 2012 to January, 2012). Completed External Exam
37Examiner, "External Examiner Agu Gabriel Ebonyi State University" (February, 2012 to February, 2012). Completed External Exam
38Examiner, "External Examiner LLM Affah Isreal Benson School of Posgraduate Studies, Ebonyi State University" (December, 2011 to December, 2011). Completed External Exam
39Examiner, "External Examiner Agu Gabriel Agu Ebonyi State University" (December, 2011 to December, 2011). Completed External Exam
40Examiner, "External Examiner Okorie George Ebonyi State University" (December, 2011 to December, 2011). Completed External Exam
41Examiner, "External Examiner Njoku Dmatus Ikwu Ebonyi State University" (December, 2011 to December, 2011). Completed External Exam
42Examiner, "External Examiner M.Sc M.Ed, MA/LLM" (December, 2010 to December, 2010). Completed External Exam
43Examiner, "External Examiner LLM Utobo Onele School of Posgraduate Studies, Ebonyi State University" (August, 2010 to August, 2010). Completed External Exam
44Examiner, "External Examiner D. J. Stephens University of Nigeria, Nsukka" (July, 2010 to July, 2010). Completed External Exam
Accreditation Panel Memberships
1Chairman, "Accreditation of Acamedic Programmes in Nigerian Universities" (November, 2024)
2Resource Person, "Verification Visit to Proposed Academic Programmes at Elizade University, Ilara, Mokin, Ondo State" (July, 2024)
3Resource Person, "Verification Visit to Babcok University for Established of New Academic Programmes" (April, 2017)
4Resource Person, "Verification Visit to Babcok University for Established of New Academic Programmes" (April, 2017)
5Chairman, "Accreditation of Acamedic Programmes of some Nigeria Universities" (February, 2014)
6Chairman, "Accreditation of Acamedic Programmes in Nigerian Universities" (July, 2013)
7Chairman, "Accreditation of Acamedic Programmes of some Nigeria Universities" (February, 2013)
8Member, "Accreditation of Acamedic Programmes of the National Open University of Nigeria" (March, 2012)
9Member, "Accreditation of Acamedic Programmes of some Nigeria Universities" (September, 2012)
10Member, "Panel on One-Day Roundtable Kidnapping and Abduction: Challenges for National Security" (December, 2009)
11Member, "Governing Council of the Nigerian Institute of Legal Studies" (February, 2008)
Contributions to the University/Society
1Vice Chancellor, "Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Anambra State" (December, 2018 to December, 2023)
2Acting Vice Chancellor, "Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Anambra State" (March, 2018 to September, 2018)
3External Assessor of P. E. O. Oguno to the Rank of a Professor, "Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Anambra State" (October, 2017 to November, 2017)
4External Assessor of Dr Anyanwu of Department of Private Law to the Rank of a Reader, "University of Nigeria, Nsukka" (January, 2016 to March, 2016)
5External Assessor of Dr Dorothy E. Nelson to the Rank of a Reader, "University of Uyo" (August, 2016 to September, 2016)
6Exterrnal Assessor of Dr Mojisola Eseyin to the Rank of a Reader, "University of Uyo" (August, 2016 to September, 2016)
7External Assessor of Dr H. A. Umezurike to the Rank of a Reader, "University of Nigeria, Nsukka" (January, 2016 to February, 2016)
8External Assessor of Dr P. E. O. Oguno to the Rank of a Reader, "Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Anambra State" (July, 2016 to August, 2016)
9External Assessor of Rev. Fr. Dr. E. O. Ezike to the Rank of a Professor, "University of Nigeria, Nsukka" (January, 2016 to February, 2016)
10External Assessor of Dr Agom Augustine Robert to the Rank of a Professor, "Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria" (May, 2016 to June, 2016)
11External Assessor of Dr C. U. Anyanwu to the Rank of a Reader, "University of Nigeria, Nsukka" (January, 2016 to February, 2016)
12External Assessor of Dr Larry Obinna Collins Chukwu to the Rank of a Reader, "University of Abuja" (June, 2015 to March, 2015)
13External Assessor of Dr K. A. Akande to the Rank of a Professor, "Ebonyi State University" (August, 2014 to September, 2014)
14External Assessor of Dr Christopher Vincent Ovunda Okene to the Rank of a Reader, "Rivers State University" (June, 2014 to July, 2014)
15External Assessor of Dr C. Okafor to the Rank of a Professor, "University of Nigeria, Nsukka" (March, 2014 to April, 2014)
16External Assessor of Dr Agom Augustine Robert to the Rank of a Reader, "Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria" (May, 2013 to June, 2013)
17External Assessor of Dr Agu Gab Agu to the Rank of a Professor, "Enugu State University of Science and Technology" (May, 2013 to June, 2013)
18External Assessor of Dr Simon Uchenna Ortuanya to the Rank of a Professor, "Enugu State University of Science and Technology" (April, 2013 to May, 2013)
19Chairman, "Junior Staff Disciplinary Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (April, 2013 to April, 2014)
20Chairman, "Students Disciplinary Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Akwa" (April, 2013 to April, 2014)
21Chairman, "Students Disciplinary Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Akwa" (April, 2013 to April, 2014)
22Chairman, "Students Disciplinary Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Akwa" (April, 2013 to April, 2014)
23Chairman, "Servicom Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Akwa" (April, 2013 to April, 2014)
24Chairman, "Servicom Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Akwa" (April, 2013 to April, 2014)
25Chairman, "Committee to Access Unclaimed Money from the Tertiary Education Trust Fund, Nnamdi Azikiwe University" (January, 2013 to January, 2014)
26Deputy Vice Chancellor Administration, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State" (April, 2013 to April, 2015)
27External Assessor of Dr George C. Nnona to the Rank of a Reader, "University of Nigeria, Nsukka" (December, 2012 to January, 2013)
28External Assessor of Dr S. A. M. Ekwenze to the Rank of a Reader, "Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Anambra State" (February, 2012 to March, 2012)
29External Assessor of Dr S. A. M. Ekwenze to the Rank of a Professor, "Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Anambra State" (January, 2012 to February, 2012)
30External Assessor of Dr Christopher Vincent Ovunda Okene to the Rank of a Reader, "Rivers State University" (February, 2012 to March, 2012)
31Director Academic Planning/Chairman Curriculum Committee, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State" (October, 2012 to October, 2013)
32Member, "Inaguration of Parks/Auditorium Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (February, 2012 to February, 2013)
33Chairman, "Anti Corruptional Transparency Unit, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (September, 2012 to December, 2013)
34Vice Chairman, "Legal Advisory Group/Chairman, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (October, 2012 to October, 2013)
35Chairman, "Legal Advisory Group/Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (October, 2012 to October, 2013)
36Member, "Constitution of Project Mnagement Group for the Supervision and Management of the Faculties of Physical Sciences and Biosciences Building as well as Other IGR Projects" (January, 2012 to December, 2013)
37Chairman, "Reconstitution of University Legal Unit, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (February, 2011 to April, 2011)
38Chairman, "Curriculum Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (October, 2011 to October, 2012)
39Chairman, "Legal Advisory Group/Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (October, 2011 to October, 2012)
40Chairman, "Legal Advisory Group/Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (October, 2011 to October, 2012)
41Member, "Reconstitution of the Board of Directors of the Confucius Institute at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (March, 2011 to December, 2012)
42External Assessor of Dr C. A. Onwuka to the Rank of a Reader, "Ebonyi State University" (August, 2010 to September, 2010)
43Director Academic Planning/Chairman Curriculum Committee, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State" (October, 2010 to October, 2011)
44Chairman, "Constitution of Legal Legal Advisory Unit, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (May, 2010 to May, 2010)
45Director, "Academic Planning/Chairman, Curriculum Committee" (October, 2010 to October, 2011)
46Director, "Academic Planning/Chairman, Curriculum Committee" (October, 2010 to October, 2011)
47Member, "Senate and Vice Chancellor's Committee/Board, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (October, 2010 to October, 2011)
48Member, "Ceremonials/Convocation Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (October, 2010 to October, 2011)
49Chairman, "Legal Advisory Group/Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (October, 2010 to October, 2011)
50External Assessor of Dr (Mrs) J. A. Audi to the Rank of a Reader, "Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria" (December, 2009 to January, 2010)
51Chairman, "Stakeholders Summit Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (June, 2009 to July, 2010)
52Member, "The Joint Council/Senate Selection Board, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (May, 2009 to May, 2009)
53Member, "Committee on the Production of a Book on the History of Nnamdi Azikiwe University" (July, 2009 to December, 2009)
54Dean, Faculty of Law, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State" (December, 2008 to December, 2009)
55Dean, Faculty of Law, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State" (January, 2007 to January, 2008)
56Dean, Faculty of Law, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State" (October, 2006 to October, 2008)
57Dean, Faculty of Law, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State" (September, 2004 to September, 2005)
58Senate Representative, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State" (November, 2003 to November, 2007)
59Acting Dean, Faculty of Law, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State" (May, 2003 to May, 2004)
60Sub Dean, Faculty of Law, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State" (October, 2000 to October, 2001)
61Sub Dean, Faculty of Law, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State" (October, 2000 to October, 2002)
62Exam Officer, "Faculty of Law, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (April, 1998 to April, 1999)
63Faculty of Law Reprentation in Senate, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State" (November, 1998 to November, 2000)

Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies

1Fellow Member, "Institute of Oil and Gas Research and Hydrocarbon Studies" - 30111070 (member since 2024), https://instituteofoilandgasresearch.org
2Fellow Member, "Institute of Chatered Mediators and Counciliators of Nigeria" - 25102019 (member since 2019), https://www.icmcng.org
3Fellow Member, "Chartered Institute of Arbitrators of Nigeria" - 16052009 (member since 2009), https://www.nicarb.org
4Full Member, "Strategic Institute for Natural Resources and Human Development" - 06072008 (member since 2008), https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&opi=89978449&url=https://cihrsm.com
5Full Member, "Nigeria Bar Association" - 18111991 (member since 1991), https://www.nigerianbar.org.ng

Relevant Events Attended

Conferences
1"Organizational wellness for improving innovation and resilience in Nigerian Universities", (Committee of Vice- Chancellors of Nigerian Universities), 16th July, 2023 to 21st July, 2023; Lakowe Lake Golf Resort, Lagos Nigeria
2"Democracy Through the Constitution", (Nigerian BAR Association), 9th January, 2023 to 9th January, 2023; National Conference Center Abuja
3"Social Media and Security Issues in Post CoVID-19 ERA in Africa", (Faculty of Social Sciences), 7th January, 2021 to 7th January, 2021; Faculty of Social Social Sciences, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Igbariam
4"Teaching is not just a service, profession or a Job, It is a Pillar of the Society", (Nigerian Association of Law Teachers), 11th June, 2017 to 16th June, 2017; Faculty of Law Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
5"Teachers effect eternity. They cannot tell where their influence stops", (The Nigerian Association of Law Teachers), 6th May, 2015 to 6th May, 2015; Physical
6"Sustainability in Finite World", (International BAR Association (IBA)), 10th June, 2013 to 10th November, 2013; Boston USA
7"Globalization and New Perspectives in Cooperate Governance", (Nigerian Association of Law Teachers), 16th May, 2004 to 19th May, 2004; Nigerian Institute of Advanced Legal Studies Lagos
8"Sustaining Democracy Through the Law", (The Nigerian Association of Law Teachers), 13th October, 2003 to 15th October, 2003; Faculty of Law University of Maiduguri
9"National Security, Economy and Corporate Existence of Nigeria", (Nigerian Association of Law Teachers), Faculty of Law, Lagos State University
10"5th National Retreat on Ethics and Transparency", (Centre for Economic Research and Development in Collaboration with National Compendium), Chida International Hotel Jabi District Abuja
Workshops
1"Nigerian Bar Association Annual Conference in Abuja", (Nigerian Bar Association), 25th August, 2023 to 1st September, 2023; Abuja
2"Nigerian Association of Law Teachers at Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Anambra State", (Law Teachers), 6th June, 2017 to 11th June, 2017; Awka
3"Arbitration as an Alternative to Litigation in Nigeria (Being a paper submitted for the book in honour of Late Hon. Justice Augustine Nnamani)", (Hon. Justice Augustine Nnamani), 5th May, 2015 to 5th June, 2015; Enugu
4"The Law Teachers Conference at Faculty of Law, Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki", (Law Teachers), 6th June, 2014 to 11th June, 2014; Abakaliki
5"Registration of Businesses in Nigeria (Being a Paper Presented at the Rag to Riches Conference of the Centre of Entrepreneurial Studies under the Sponsorship of Chike Okoli Foundation)", (Chike Okoli Foundation), 17th November, 2013 to 17th November, 2013; Awka
6"Defining the Role of the Court in Modern International Commercial Arbitration (Being a Paper Delivered at the International Bar Association Conference at Boston, USA)", (International Bar Association Conference), 9th October, 2013 to 9th October, 2013; Boston, USA
7"International Bar Association Annual Conference in Boston", (International Bar Association Conference), 6th October, 2013 to 11th October, 2013; Boston, USA
8"Good Governance-Rekindling the Values of Ndigbo of Anambra State (Being a Paper Delivered to Anambra State League of Professionals)", (Anambra State League of Professionals), 3rd October, 2013 to 3rd October, 2013; Awka
9"The Court Intervention in Arbitrations (Being a Paper Delivered at the Law Week of the Nigerian Bar Association, Benin City)", (Nigerian Bar Association), 23rd September, 2013 to 23rd September, 2013; Benin City
10"Law Week Conference of the Nigerian Bar Association, Benin City", (Nigerian Bar Association), 4th September, 2013 to 4th September, 2013; Benin City
11"International Arbitration Bar London Conference at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Water Front, Cape Town, South Africa", (International Arbitration Bar), 24th July, 2013 to 26th July, 2013; South Africa
12"Appointment of Arbitrators by the Courts in Nigeria – Administrative or Judicial Duty? (Being a Paper Delivered at the Training of Chartered Arbitrators in Nigeria)", (Chartered Arbitrators in Nigeria), 15th April, 2013 to 15th April, 2013; Zodiac Hotel, Enugu
13"Customary Law Arbitration in Nigeria – The Issue of Legal Validity", (Anambra State Traditional Council Forum), 6th June, 2012 to 6th June, 2012; Awka
14"A-4 Day joint training workshop for Academic planning officers of Nigerian Universities", (National University Commission), 15th July, 2011 to 15th July, 2011; National University Commission
15"Arbitration & Court Proceedings in Nigeria (Being a Paper presented at the 2009 Judicial Year of the Judicial Staff of the Ministry of Justice of Edo State of Nigeria", (Ministry of Justice of Edo State), 10th September, 2009 to 10th September, 2009; Benin City
16"Nigerian Bar Association Annual Conference in Lagos", (Nigerian Bar Association), 4th September, 2009 to 4th September, 2009; Lagos
17"Criminal Trial in Nigeria – Extra Judicial Killing by Police & Members of the Public (Being a paper delivered at the Law, Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki)", (onyi State University, Abakaliki), 5th June, 2008 to 5th June, 2008; Ebonyi
18"Nigerian Bar Association Annual Conference in Port Harcourt", (Nigerian Bar Association), 4th September, 2006 to 4th September, 2006; Port Harcourt
19"The 41st Annual Law Teachers’ Conference held at the Faculty of Law, University of Jos", (Law Teachers), 4th September, 2005 to 4th September, 2005; Jos
20"Nigerian Bar Association Annual Conference in Jos", (Nigerian Bar Association), 4th September, 2005 to 4th September, 2005; Jos
21"Nigerian Bar Association Annual Conference in Abuja", (Nigerian Bar Association), 4th September, 2004 to 4th September, 2004; Abuja
22"The 40th Annual Law Teachers’ Conference held at the Nigerian Institute of Advanced Legal Studies, Lagos on Globalization and New Perspectives in Corporate Governance", (Nigerian Institute of Advanced Legal Studies), 16th May, 2004 to 19th May, 2004; Lagos
23"Stakeholders consultative workshop", (EMCAP PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION UNIT, SUPREME COURT OF NIGERIA), 16th October, 2003 to 16th October, 2003; Physical
24"The 39th Annual Law Teachers’ Conference held at the Faculty of Law, University of Maiduguri on Sustaining Democracy Through the Law", (Law Teachers), 13th October, 2003 to 14th October, 2003; Maiduguri
25"Nigerian Bar Association Annual Conference in Enugu", (Nigerian Bar Association), 4th September, 2003 to 4th September, 2003; Enugu
26"The 38th Annual Law Teachers’ Conference held at the Lagos State University on National Security, Economy and Corporate Existence of Nigeria", (Law Teachers), 23rd April, 2002 to 26th April, 2002; Lagos
27"Nigerian Bar Association Annual Conference", (Nigerian Bar Association), 8th April, 1992 to 9th April, 1992; Port Harcourt
28"2013 National Revenue Summit", (Centre for Economic Research and Development in Collaboration with National Compendium), Chida International Hotel Abuja