Prof. Hope Chinyere Ilorah Chikaodi
Prof. Hope Chinyere Ilorah Chikaodi is a PROFESSOR in CIRCULATION UNIT Unit, University Library in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
I am Prof. Hope Chinyere Ilorah Chikaodi. I work in the University Library and I also teach in the Department of Library and Information Science, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.
Personal Information
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Address: | Circulation Unit, University Library, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | UNIVERSITY LIBRARY |
Department/Sub-Unit: | CIRCULATION UNIT |
Social Profiles
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | University Of Nigeria, Nsukka. (Doctor of Philosophy, September, 2019) September, 2011 to May, 2019 Doctor Of Philosophy Library And Information Science |
| 2 | University Of Nigeria, Nsukka. (Master Degree, April, 1999) September, 1996 to December, 1998 Master Of Library Science Library And Information Science |
| 3 | Imo State University, Okigwe. (Bachelor Degree, August, 1991) September, 1987 to June, 1991 Bachelor Of Library Studies Library And Information Science |
| 4 | Women Training Centre, Enugu. (GCE, December, 1985) November, 1985 to December, 1985 |
| 5 | Community Girl's Secondary School, Ufuma. (SSCE, June, 1984) September, 1979 to June, 1984 |
| 6 | Primary School, Ufuma. (FSLC, June, 1982) September, 1973 to June, 1979 |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Head of Circulation Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka September, 2019 to Present |
| 2 | Head of Cataloguing Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka February, 2018 to September, 2019 |
| 3 | Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka October, 1998 to Present |
Creative Output
| Books | |
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| 1 | Chikaodi, H. C. Ilorah, Orakpor, A. M., Anike, A. N., Dibua, C. & Alor, A. (2018, April) Directory Of Librarians And Libraries In Anambra State Opitmal International Ltd, pp 84 |
| 2 | Orakpor, A. M., Udeze,N., Ilorah, H. C. & Osuigwe, N.. (2012, September) Directory Of Librarians And Libraries In Anambra State Unique Press, pp 54 |
| 3 | Orakpor, A. M., Ezejiofor, V.U., Udeze, N., Ilorah, H. C. & Osuigwe, N.. (2010, July) Directory Of Librarians And Libraries In Anambra State Unique Press, pp 56 |
| Book Chapters | |
| 1 | Chikaodi, Hope Chinyere Ilorah and Nwofor, Florence Amaka. (2021, July) Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) in Collection Development Management in Academic Libraries LOCCO 211 NIG, LIMITED., Essentials of Information and Communication Technologies in Libraries: A Book of Readings, pp 14 |
| 2 | Nwofor, F. A. & Chikaodi, H. C. Ilorah. (2019, May) Gender Divide In Library And Information Science: An Exploratory Study Prof. Ezenwa Ohaeto Resource Centre, On Justice, Equity & Dignity: Recreating Womanbeing in Contemporary African Society, pp 11 |
| 3 | Chikaodi, H. C. Ilorah, Nwofor, F. A. and Obiozor-Ekeze, R. N.. (2019, April) Public Library’s Role In Literacy Development For Children And Young People In The Digital Age Greeno publishers, Library and Information Services for Children and Young People in the Digital Age: Festchrift in Honour of Professor Virginia W. Dike, pp 25 |
| 4 | Ilorah, H. C.. (2016, September) Library And Education Potential Books, Use of Library and Information Literacy for Higher Education, pp 12 |
| 5 | Ilorah, H., Nwofor, F. and Onwudinjo, O.. (2016, June) Entrepreneurial Skills Acquisition Of Library And Information Science Students In Nigeria: Challenges And Prospects , INTED2016 Proceedings, pp 6 |
| 6 | Ilorah, H. C., Nwofor, F. A. and Obioma-Anyaogu, J. (2016, July) ). Electronic Information Resources And Services In Festus Aghagbo Nwako Digital Library (Fandl), Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria: A Case Study. Synergy Books, From Ownership to Access: Leveraging the Digital Paradigm, pp 3 |
| Journal Articles | |
| 1 | Dr. Hope Chinyere Ilorah Chikaodili, Dr. Esther Ekene Aghauche,. Dr. Florence Amaka Nwofor. (2024, June), "CONSTRAINTS AND STRATEGIES FOR ENHANCED MENTORING PROGRAMMES AND PRACTICES IN FEDERAL UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES IN SOUTH-EAST, NIGERIA", Unizik Journal of Educational Research and Policy Studies, Vol. 17, (Issue 2), pp 1-22 |
| 2 | Prof. Hope Chinyere Ilorah Chikaodi, Dr. Florence Amaka Nwofor, Okafor Ngozi Goodness. (2023, September), "Public Library as an Effective Tool for Youth Empowerment in a Period of Economic Recession: Onitsha Divisional Library Experience", Library and Information Science Digest, Vol. 17, (Issue 7), pp 79-100 |
| 3 | Hope Chinyere Ilorah Chikaodi, Florence Amaka Nwofor, Vivian Uzoamaka Nwaede3. (2023, June), "Capacity Building for Effective Services Delivery of Library Staff in Festus Aghagbo Nwako Library (FANL), Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka", INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH AND INNOVATION IN SOCIAL SCIENCE (IJRISS), Vol. 7, (Issue 5), pp 18 |
| 4 | Chikaodi, HCI; Nwofor, FA. (2023, August), "Public Libraries: Preservation and Documentation of Cultural Heritage Resources in Prof. Kenneth Dike State Central E-Library, Awka", INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH AND INNOVATION IN SOCIAL SCIENCE (IJRISS), Vol. 7, (Issue 7), pp 1427-1445 |
| 5 | 13. Nwafor, R. A., Chikaodi, H. C. Ilorah & Aghauche, E. E.. (2022, March), "Assessment of Library Resources for Meeting Professional Standards in Secondary Schools in South East, Nigeria", IOSR Journal of Research & Method in Education, Vol. 12, (Issue 2), pp 13 |
| 6 | 12. Aghauche, E. E., Chikaodi, H. C. Ilorah & Nzewi, A. N.. (2022, May), "Methods of Provision of Library and Information Resources for Visually Impaired Primary School Pupils In South East Nigeria", IOSR Journal of Research & Method in Education, Vol. 12, (Issue 3), pp 5 |
| 7 | 11. Chikaodi, H. C. Ilorah, Nwofor, F. A. & Udalor, M. O.. (2022, June), "APPLICATION OF ICTs IN CIRCULATION AND CATALOGUING SERVICES: A CASE STUDY OF FESTUS AGHAGBO NWAKO LIBRARY (FANL), NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY, AWKA", Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research, Vol. 9, (Issue 6), pp 19 |
| 8 | 10. Chikaodi, H. C. Ilorah, Nwachukwu, V. N. & Nwofor, F. A.. (2022, May), "Teaching Methods as Correlates of Information Brokerage Entrepreneurial Skills Acquisition of Library and Information Science Undergraduates", Journal of Vocational Education Studies, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 16 |
| 9 | Chikaodi, H. C. Ilorah & Nwofor, F. A.. (2020, October), "BARRIERS TO ENTREPRENEURIAL SKILLS ACQUISITION AMONG LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS IN NIGERIA", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 14, ASUU Journal of Humanities |
| 10 | Chikaodi, Hope Chinyere Ilorah and Nwofor, Florence Amaka. (2020, October), "Barriers to Entrepreneurial Skills Acquisition among Library and Information Science Undergraduate Students in Nigeria", ASUU Journal of Humanities, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 13 |
| 11 | Nwofor, F. A., Udeze, N. S. & Chikaodi, H. C. Ilorah. (2019, September), "Repositioning Library And Information Science Curriculum For Enhanced Oral Tradition Knowledge Management Education In Nigeria: Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka-DLIS Experience.", Unknown Journal or Publisher, pp 9, IFLA Library |
| 12 | Nwofor, F. A., Chikaodi, H. C. Ilorah & Nweke, G. C.. (2019, September), "Availability And Use Of Serials By Students In Festus Aghagbo Nwako Library, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 28, PREORC Journal of Arts and Humanities |
| 13 | Chikaodi, H. C. Ilorah & Nwofor, F. A.. (2018, August), "IMPACT OF TEACHING METHODS ON BOOK INDUSTRY ENTREPRENEURIAL SKILLS ACQUISITION OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE UNDERGRADUATES IN NIGERIA", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 14, Library Research Journal |
| 14 | Onwudinjo, O. T. U., Ndanwu, A. I., Chikaodi, H. C. Ilorah & Anike, A. N. (2017, August), "Readers’ Assessment Of The University E- Library Facilities And Services", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 7, (Issue 8), pp 5, . Information and knowledge Management |
| 15 | Ilorah, H. C.. (2016, October), "Blueprint/Benchmark For The Selection And Acquisition Of Library Materials In The 21st Century", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 5, Library Research Journal |
| 16 | Onwudinjo, O.T.U, Nwafor-Orizu, O.E, Ilorah, H.C. & Nwofor, F. A. (2015, September), "Council Of Legal Education Standards For Law Report Collection In Nigerian Universities.", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 13, pp 7, International Journal of African and Asian Studies |
| 17 | Onwudinjo, O.T, Nwafor-Orizu, O. E., Ilorah, H.C. and Ndanwu, A. I.. (2015, May), "Commercial And Property Law Textbook Collections: Accreditation Issues And Imperatives For Law Libraries", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 41, pp 11, Journal of Law, Policy and Globalization |
| 18 | Nwofor, F.A. and Ilorah, H.C.. (2015, August), "Sustaining Nigeria’s Democracy: Public Libraries As Indispensable Instrument In Anambra State", Unknown Journal or Publisher, pp 20, Library Philosophy and Practice (e-Journal) |
| 19 | Jiagbogu, O .C., Osuchukwu, N. P., Obijiofor, A. V. and Ilorah, H. (2012, August), "From School Libraries To Multimedia Resource Centres: The Anambra State Experience", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 11, pp 12, . Nigerian School Library Journal |
| 20 | Onwudinjo, O.T.U., Ilorah, H.C. and Nwofor, F.A. (2010, October), "Problems Of GSM Phone Use In Nnamdi Azikiwe University Law Library, Awka By The Students", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 10, UNIZIK Journal of Research in Library and Information Science |
| 21 | Ilorah, H.C., Nwofor, F.A. and Onwudinjo, O.T.U. (2009, July), "The Challenges And Prospects Of Using Library Services In Conflict Resolution", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 3, pp 11, Anambra State Library and Information Science Digest |
| 22 | Ilorah, H. C., Nwofor, F.A. and Onwudinjo, O.T.U.. (2008, September), "Information Delivery To Farmers Through Audio-visual Resources And Information And Communication Technology (ICT).", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 6, (Issue 2), pp 11, Nigeria Library Link |
| 23 | 22. Ilorah, H.C. Nwofor, F. A, and Onwudinjo, O.T.. (2007, July), "The Place Of University Libraries In E-Learning In Universities In Anambra State: A Case Study Of Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) Awka, (MU) Anambra State University (ASU), Uli And Madonna University, Okija", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 7, Anambra State Library and Information Science Digest |
| 24 | Nwofor, F.A. and Ilorah, H.C.. (2006, August), "School Media Resource Centre: A Tool For Developing Good Reading Habits In Children.", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 9, Nigeria Library Link |
| 25 | Nwofor, F.A., Ilorah, H.C., Nwana, R.E.A. and Obidiegwu, U.C.. (2005, May), "The Library As A Veritable Instrument For Realizing The Aims And Objectives Of Migrant Education", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 1, (Issue 3), pp 9, International journal of Forum for African Women Educationalists Nigeria |
| 26 | Ilorah, H.C. and Nwofor, F.A.. (2005, March), "Enhancing The Learning Ability Of The Adolescent With Television.", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 1, (Issue 2), pp 8, International Journal of Forum for African Women Educationalists Nigeria |
| 27 | Nwofor, F. A., Nwankwo, H.C. and Ezejiofor, V.O.. (2004, June), "Exploring The Potentials Of Internet In Women Empowerment.", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 18, The Nigerian Library Link |
| 28 | Nwankwo, H. C. (2002, April), "Re-evaluating Radio And Internet Service: A Way Forward. Theatre Experience:", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 13, Theatre Experience: A Journal of Contemporary Theatre Practice |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Grants | |
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| 1 | Collaborator: "Conference Attendance Intervention 2013/2014" (August, 2015 to May, 2016). Completed sponsored grant by TETFUND |
| Editorships | |
| 1 | Editor, "Library and Information Science Digest Journal" (May, 2021) |
| 2 | Chief Editor, "Library Research Journal" (September, 2017) |
| Examinerships | |
| 1 | Chief Examiner, "Undergraduate External Examination" (July, 2021 to September, 2021). Completed External Exam |
| 2 | Examiner, "Library and Information Science" (October, 2022). Ongoing External Exam |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Quality Assurance Representative, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka" (June, 2023) |
| 2 | Chairman, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University Library Accreditation Committee" (June, 2021 to December, 2021) |
| 3 | Head, "Circulation Department, Festus Aghagbo Nwako Library, Unizik" (September, 2019 to December, 2022) |
| 4 | Head, "Cataloguing and Classification Department, Festus Aghagbo Nwako Library, Unizik" (January, 2018 to August, 2019) |
| 5 | Editor / Editorial Board Secretary, "Nigerian Library Association, Anambra State Chapter" (July, 2016) |
| 6 | Member, "UNIZIK Institutional Repository and Archive Committee" (January, 2016 to December, 2021) |
| 7 | Member, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University Library Advisory Committee" (January, 2016 to December, 2021) |
| 8 | Deaconess, "Grace of God Mission International" (August, 2015 to August, 2022) |
| 9 | Member, Consultative Forum, "Grace of God Mission International" (January, 2014 to January, 2019) |
| 10 | Financial Secretary, "Nigerian Library Association, Anambra State Chapter" (January, 2008 to December, 2011) |
| 11 | Treasurer, "Nigerian Library Association, Anambra State Chapter" (January, 2004 to December, 2008) |
| 12 | Treasurer, "Nigerian Library Association, Anambra State Chapter" (January, 2002 to December, 2004) |
| 13 | Assistant Librarian, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka" (January, 1996 to January, 1997) |
| 14 | Assistant Librarian, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka" (January, 1993 to December, 1993) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "Research4Life" (member since 2020), https://www.research4life.org |
| 2 | Full Member, "American Library Association" (member since 2013), https://www.ala.org |
| 3 | Full Member, "Institute of Public Diplomacy and Management" - SM/013/3528 (member since 2013), https://www.cipdm.org |
| 4 | Graduate Member, "Teenagers' Outreach Ministry" (member since 2010), https://tominternational.net |
| 5 | Full Member, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University Workers Multi-Purpose Co-operative Society" (member since 2007), https://unizik.edu.ng |
| 6 | Full Member, "Librarians' Registration Council of Nigeria" (member since 2005), https://www.lrcn.gov.ng |
| 7 | Full Member, "Nigerian Library Association" (member since 1994), https://nla.ng |
| 8 | Full Member, "Academic Staff Union of Universities" (member since 1994), https://asuunigeria.org |
| 9 | Full Member, "Children Evangelism Ministry" (member since 1991), https://www.ceminternational.org |
| 10 | Graduate Member, "Nigeria Fellowship of Evangelical Students" (member since 1991), http://nifes.org.ng |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "Conference / Annual General Meeting", (Nigerian Library Association), 5th December, 2017 to 6th December, 2017; Awka |
| 2 | "49th National Conference & Annual General Meeting", (Nigerian Library Association), 10th July, 2011 to 15th July, 2011; Awka |
| 3 | "49th National Conference And Annual General Meeting Of The Nigerian Library Association", (Nigeria Library Association), 10th July, 2011 to 15th July, 2011; Awka. |
| 4 | "2009 Conference / AGM Library Week", (Nigerian Library Association), 3rd November, 2009 to 5th November, 2009; Awka |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "Outreach, Awareness and Editathon in Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Anambra State.", (Wikipedia Foundation), 1st September, 2022 to 16th November, 2022; Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka |
| 2 | "Workshop On Improving Research Capacity For Sustainable Development", (School of Post Graduate Studies, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 22nd January, 2018 to 1st February, 2018; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 3 | "5th Library And Information Professional Summit", (AMBEDKAR University Delhi, India), 19th May, 2016 to 20th May, 2016; AMBEDKAR University Delhi, India |
| 4 | "Digital Literacy Training For Librarians In Nigeria", (Information Technology Section of Nigerian Library Association), 21st March, 2016 to 23rd March, 2016; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 5 | "Workshop On Digital Literacy Training For Librarians In Nigeria", (Nigerian Library Association), 21st March, 2016 to 23rd March, 2016; Awka |
| 6 | "Research Capacity Workshop", (Department of Library Science, Nnamdi Azikiwe Univerity, Awka.), 8th February, 2016 to 10th February, 2016; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 7 | "Capacity Building Programme On The Acquisition And Management Of E-Library For Librarians In Public Tertiary Institutions", (TETFUND), 31st October, 2014 to 31st October, 2014; Federal Polytechnic, Oko |
| 8 | "Workshop On The Use Of Library Search Engines, Database Management Systems And Social Media For Improved Library Practice", (Department of Library and Information Science, NAU, Awka), 29th January, 2013 to 31st January, 2013; NAU, Awka |
| 9 | "Workshop On Capacity Building", (State Primary Education Board (SPEB)), 10th May, 2007 to 11th May, 2007; Awka |
| 10 | "1st International Regional Workshop/Conference On The Challenges And Prospects Of Education, Women And Adolescents", (Forum for African Women Educationalists Nigeria), 13th March, 2005 to 19th March, 2005; Awka |
| 11 | "Workshop On CD-ROM Technology /TINLIB Software Applications In Nigeria University Libraries", (National Universities Commission in collaboration with Kenneth Dike Library), 23rd October, 1995 to 27th October, 1995; University of Ibadan |
| Webinars | |
| 1 | "BASICS OF WIKIPEDIA EDITING", (AfLIA), 1st September, 2022 to 13th September, 2022; Zoom |
| 2 | "LA PLAGE META VERSE BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT TRAINING", (RADIANCE & DIAMONDS LIMITED), 11th July, 2022 to 15th July, 2022; Zoom |