Prof. Obiajulu Thomas Ulasi is a PROFESSOR in PAEDIATRICS Department, Faculty Of Medicine in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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I am a clinical
lecturer, a researcher and a medical consultant with specialization in
paediatrics. I provide teaching and clinical training to undergraduate medical
students in the field of paediatrics and specialist clinical care to children,
including postgraduate training of resident doctors at the affiliated
university teaching hospital. My research interests are mainly in the area of paediatric
haematology-oncology and general paediatrics.
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Address: | Paediatrics, Faculty Of Medicine, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF MEDICINE |
Department/Sub-Unit: | PAEDIATRICS |
Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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1 | West Africa College Of Physicians. (Post-Graduate Degree, November, 2005) August, 1981 to August, 1988 FWACP(Paed) By Election |
2 | National Postgraduate Medical College Of Nigeria. (Post-Graduate Degree, September, 1988) July, 1981 to November, 1988 FMCPaed. Paediatrics |
3 | University Of Ibadan, Ibadan. (Bachelor Degree, July, 1979) September, 1973 to June, 1979 MBBS Medicine And Surgery |
4 | University Of Ibadan. (Bachelor Degree, July, 1979) September, 1973 to June, 1979 MBBS |
5 | National Secondary School, Nnewi, Anambra State. (SSCE, June, 1973) March, 1970 to July, 1973 |
6 | St Michael's Boys Primary School, Aba, Abia State. (FSLC, June, 1967) January, 1960 to December, 1966 |
1 | HOD Paediatrics, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka September, 2018 to August, 2019 |
2 | Reader, Department of Paediatrics, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka October, 2017 to Present |
3 | HOD Paediatrics, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka January, 2006 to January, 2007 |
4 | HOD Paediatrics, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka February, 2005 to February, 2006 |
5 | HOD Paediatrics, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka October, 2001 to October, 2002 |
6 | HOD Paediatrics, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka September, 2000 to August, 2001 |
7 | Faculty Examination Officer, Faculty Of Medicine, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus October, 1995 to August, 2001 |
8 | HOD Paediatrics, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka August, 1992 to July, 1993 |
9 | Senior Lecturer, Department of Paediatrics, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka October, 1991 to September, 2017 |
10 | HOD Paediatrics, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka August, 1990 to July, 1991 |
11 | Lecturer 1, Department of Paediatrics, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka August, 1989 to September, 1991 |
12 | HOD Paediatrics, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka January, 1989 to July, 1990 |
13 | Principal Research Officer, Institute Of Child Health, University Of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Enugu November, 1988 to August, 1989 |
14 | Resident Doctor, Department of Paediatrics, University Of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Enugu July, 1981 to October, 1987 |
15 | NYSC Medical Officer, Military Hospital, Rukuba, Jos July, 1980 to June, 1981 |
16 | House Officer, University Of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Enugu July, 1979 to July, 1980 |
Book Chapters | |
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1 | Joy Ebenebe, Obi T. Ulasi. (2016, June) Nutrition And Nutritional Assessment: Essence And Scopes Of Childhood Nutrition (Chapter 64). Paediatrics and Child Health in a Tropical Region. 3rd ed. African Education Services: pp 690-700, pp 690-700 |
2 | Obi T. Ulasi, Joy Ebenebe. (2016, June) Protein Energy Malnutrition, Vitamin Deficiencies And Vitamin Toxicity (Chapter 65). Paediatrics and Child Health in a Tropical Region. 3rd ed. African Education Services: pp 701-718, pp 701-718 |
3 | Ebenebe J, Ulasi TO.. (2007, January) Nutrition And Nutritional Assessment In Childhood (Chapter 32). Paediatrics and Child Health in a Tropical Region. 2nd ed: pp 240-249African Education Services., pp 240-249 |
4 | Ulasi TO, Ebenebe J. (2007, January) Nutritional Disorders In Childhood (Chapter 33) Paediatrics and Child Health in a Tropical Region. 2nd ed. African Education Services: pp 250-267., pp 250-267 |
Journal Articles | |
1 | Okechukwu Hyginus Ekwunife, Jideofor Okechukwu Ugwu, Victor Ifeanyichukwu Modekwe, Chijioke Elias Ezeudu, Thomas Obiajulu Ulasi, Cornelius Ozobia Ukah. (2021, April), "Clinico-pathological Features, Management And Outcome Of Paediatric Solid Renal Tumours In Southeast Nigeria: The Need For Protocol And Multidisciplinary Collaboration", Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research, Vol. 15, pp 15-19 |
2 | Chisom Nri-Ezedi, Thomas Ulasi, Ann Ikeabbah, Ogochukwu Chioma Ofiaeli, Chidera Mmodumogu, Amalachukwu Okwukweka Odita. (2021, March), "Malignant Type II Sacrococcygeal Teratoma-Revisiting The Role Of Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy In Resource-Limited Countries: A Case Report", Acta Scientific Paediatrics, Vol. 4, pp 93-96 |
3 | T Ulasi, C Nri-Ezedi, H Okpara, E Nwaneli, O Ofiaeli, C Ezeudu, J Chukwuka. (2021, May), "Impact Of Family Background Of Cardio-Metabolic Disorders And Associated Risk Factors On Total Adiponectin In Children", Annals of Medical and Health Sciences Research, Vol. 11, pp 1411-1417 |
4 | T O Ulasi, C A Nri-Ezedi, O C Ofiaeli, E G Chijioke. (2021, May), "Novel Cases Of Diamond Blackfan Anaemia In Two Nigerian Toddlers: Roadmap For Care In Resource-Limited Nations", International Journal of Scientific Research in Dental and Medical Sciences, Vol. 3, pp 101-104 |
5 | TO Ulasi, OC Ofiaeli, NC Azuka, JC Ebenebe, CE Ezeudu, NG Obichukwu, NO Ugwu, CO Epundu. (2021, June), "Knowledge And Perception Of Growth Monitoring Among Caregivers Attending A Tertiary Level Health Care Facility", Annals of Medical and Health Sciences Research, Vol. 11, pp 1464-1470 |
6 | Nri-Ezedi CA, Ulasi T, Chukwuka J, Okpara H, Ofiaeli O, Nwaneli E, Ulasi A. (2021, June), "Serum Total Adiponectin In Healthy Pre-pubertal Nigerian School Children", Nigeria Journal of Clinical Practice, Vol. 24, pp 821-827 |
7 | Nri-Ezedi CA, Ofiaeli OC, Nwaneli EI, Ugochukwu JU, Ulasi TO, Ilika AL. (2020, January), "Compendium Of Oral Pathologies In Children Presenting As A Tertiary Hospital In Nigeria", Orient Journal of Medicine, Vol. 32, pp 22-27 |
8 | Ugwu JO, Emegoako CD, Ugwunne CA, Ulasi TO, Ugwu NO.. (2020, March), "Bleeding Oesophageal Varices In A 9 -year Old Girl As A Late Complication Of Neonatal Umbilical Catheterization", Nigeria Journal of Clinical Practice, Vol. 23, pp 429-433 |
9 | Nri-Ezedi C, Ulasi T, Monday P, Ofiaeli O, Ulasi A. (2020, August), "Atypical Skin Rash In Two Infants Suspected To Have Multi System Inflammatory Syndrome In A Developing Country With Positive COVID-19 Cases: Challenges Encountered.", Acta Scientific Paediatrics, Vol. 3, pp 25-29 |
10 | Nri-Ezedi, CA, Nnamani CP, Ezeh NI, Okechukwu C, Fasesan O, Ulasi TO. (2020, March), "Psychological Distress Among Residents In Nigeria During The COVID-19 Pandemic", International Neuropsychiatric Disease Journal, Vol. 14, pp 8-21 |
11 | Nwegbu MM, Isa HA, Nwankwo BB, Okeke CC, Edet-Offong UJ, Akinolae NO, Adekile AD, Aneke JC, Okocha EC, Ulasi T, Abjah U, Ugwu N I, Okolo A A, Madu A,. (2017, February), "Preliminary Evaluation Of A Point-of-Care Testing Device (SickleSCANTM) In Screening For Sickle Cell Disease", Hemoglobin, Vol. 41, pp 77-82 |
12 | Okeke KN, Egbuonu I, Ugochukwu EF, Ulasi TO, Okani CO, Ejiofor OS, Ifezulike CC. (2017, December), "Seroprevalence Of HBV And HIV Co-infection In Children In Nnewi, South-East Nigeria", Pediatric and Health Research, Vol. 2, pp 20-26 |
13 | Osuorah DIC, Ulasi OT, Ebenebe Joy, Ekwochi U, Onah KS, Ndu KI, Asinobi NI. (2016, July), "Assessment Of School Health Instruction Implementation In Primary Schools In A Local Community In South-Eastern Nigeria: A Comparative Study Between Private And Public Schools", British Journal of Medicine & Medical Research, Vol. 13, pp 1-6 |
14 | Osuorah DIC, Ulasi OT, Ebenebe J, Onah KS, Ndu KI, Ekwochi U, Asinobi NI. (2016, April), "The Status Of School Health Services: A Comparative Study Of Primary Schools In A Developing Country", American Journal of Public Health Research, Vol. 4, pp 42-46 |
15 | Ndu KI, Ekwochi U, Osuorah DC, Ifediora OC, Amadi FO, Asinobi IN, Okenwa OW, Orjioke JC, Ogbuka FN, Ulasi TO.. (2016, November), "Parental Practice Of Child Car Safety In Enugu, South-East Nigeria", Journal of Environmental and Public Health, Vol. 7, pp 141-148 |
16 | Okocha EC, Aneke JC, Ulasi TO, Ezeudu CE, Umeh EO, Ebubedike UR, Ukah CO, Onwukamuche ME, Anyiam D , Onyiaorah IV, Ndukwe CO, Ugwu JO, Ekwunife OH. (2015, April), "Pattern Of Childhood And Adolescent Malignancies At A Tertiary Health Institution In South-East Nigeria: A Ten-Year Study", Nigerian Journal of Paediatrics, Vol. 42, pp 111-115 |
17 | Ndukwu CI, Egbuonu I, Ulasi TO. (2014, July), "Nutritional Status And Sociodemographic Characteristics Of 'Urban Poor' School Children In Onitsha, Southeast Nigeria", Nigerian Journal of Paediatrics, Vol. 41, pp 175-180 |
18 | Okocha EC, Ulasi T, Aneke JC, Ajuba IC, Okwummuo EP. (2014, July), "Unusual Presentations Of Childhood Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia: A Case Report", Nigerian Journal of Paediatrics, Vol. 41, pp 244-246 |
19 | Okocha CE, Manafa PO, Ozomba JO, Ulasi TO, Chukwuma GO, Aneke JC.. (2014, September), "C-Reactive Protein And Disease Outcome In Nigerian Sickle Cell Disease Patients.", Annals of Medical and Health Sciences Research, Vol. 4, pp 701-705 |
20 | Ndukwu CI, Egbuonu I, Ulasi TO, Ebenebe JC. (2013, April), "Determinants Of Undernutrition Among Primary School Children Residing In Slum Areas Of A Nigerian City", Nigerian Journal of Clinical Practice, Vol. 16, pp 178-183 |
21 | Afiadigwe EE, Ezeanolue BC, Ukah CC, Onyiorah VI, Chukwuanukwu TO, Ulasi TO. (2011, November), "Infantile Fibrosarcoma Of The Parotid Gland In A 6 Year-old Female – Case Report And Management Challenges", Orient Journal of Medicine, Vol. 23, pp 1-4 |
22 | Ezeanolue EC, Ulasi TO. (1999, March), "Unusual Life-Threatening Beef Bone In The Hypopharnyx Of A Young Infant", Tropical Journal of Medical Research, Vol. 3, pp 97-99 |
23 | Nwosu SNN, Okoye GSC, Ulasi TO. (1994, December), "Delayed Diagnosis Of Retinoblastoma", The Central African Journal of Medicine, Vol. 40, pp 353-355 |
24 | Ulasi TO, Kaine WN. (1991, June), "Down’s Syndrome And Acute Leukaemia: A Case Report", Orient Journal of Medicine, Vol. 3, pp 125-127 |
25 | Ulasi TO, Kaine WN, Onuigbo WIB. (1990, January), "The Value Of Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology In The Diagnosis Of Neuroblastoma", The Central African Journal of Medicine, Vol. 36, pp 5-7 |
26 | Obiora FI, Kaine WN, Ikerionwu SE, Obi GO, Ulasi TO. (1989, September), "The Pattern Of Childhood Malignancy In Nigeria", Annals of Tropical Paediatrics, Vol. 9, pp 261-265 |
Supervisions | |
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1 | "Anthropometric Assessment of Primary School Children in Slums in Onitsha Metropolis" (2011). Completed Doctorate project by Dr Chizalu. I. Ndukwu |
2 | "Prevalence of Hepatitis B Surface Antigen in HIV Infected and Non-HIV Infected Children Attending the Out- Patient Clinic of Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi" (2014). Completed Doctorate project by Dr Kenneth. N. Okeke |
3 | "Prevalence and Socio-Demographic Determinants of Overweight and Obesity among Secondary School Adolescents in Onitsha North Local Government Area of Anambra State, Nigeria" (2017). Completed Doctorate project by Dr Veronica N. Agu |
4 | "Serum Adiponectin Profile in Primary School Children In Nnewi North Local Government Area, Anambra State" (2019). Completed Doctorate project by Dr Chisom. A. Nri-Ezedi |
5 | "Evaluation of Total Antioxidant Status Among Paediatric Sickle Cell Anaemia Patients Seen at Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi, South-East, Nigeria" (2021). Completed Doctorate project by Dr Chinenye MaryQueen Uju |
Editorships | |
1 | Editor, "Orient Journal of Medicine" (June, 2003) |
2 | Editor, "Tropical Journal of Medical Research" (January, 1996) |
Reviewerships | |
1 | Reviewer, "Nigerian Postgraduate Medical Journal" (November, 2013) |
2 | Reviewer, "Nigerian Journal of Paediatrics." (October, 2000) |
Examinerships | |
1 | Examiner, "4th MBBS Examination in Paediatrics; University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus" (September, 2009 to August, 2011). Completed External Exam |
2 | Examiner, "4th MBBS Examination in Paediatrics; Ebony State University, Abakaliki." (March, 2005 to August, 2007). Completed External Exam |
3 | Examiner, "4th MBBS Examination in Paediatrics; Abia State University, Aba" (May, 1995 to August, 1997). Completed External Exam |
4 | Examiner, "National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria - Part II Fellowship Exams in Paediatrics" (July, 2017). Ongoing External Exam |
5 | Examiner, "National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria - Part I Fellowship Exams in Paediatrics" (September, 2011). Ongoing External Exam |
Accreditation Panel Memberships | |
1 | Chairman of the Accreditation Panel, "NPMCN - Accreditation of Training Institutions- Department of Paediatrics, Abia State University, Aba" (March, 2017) |
2 | Secretary of the Accreditation Panel, "NPMCN - Accreditation of Training Institutions- Department of Paediatrics, University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital, Port Harcourt." (November, 2014) |
3 | Secretary of the Accreditation Panel, "NPMCN - Accreditation of Training Institutions- Department of Paediatrics, Ebonyi State University Teaching Hospital, Abakaliki" (November, 2011) |
4 | Member - Accreditation Panel, "NPMCN - Accreditation of Training Institutions, Department of Paediatrics, Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital, Irrua." (January, 2008) |
Contributions to the University/Society | |
1 | Chairman, Investigation Panel on the Death of one Mr Odilichukwu Uchendu, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi" (June, 2014 to July, 2014) |
2 | Member, Students' Disciplinary Committee, "Faculty of Medicine, CHS, NAU, Nnewi Campus" (March, 2012 to August, 2014) |
3 | Member, Faculty Board of Paediatrics, "National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria" (March, 2011 to February, 2013) |
4 | LOC Chairman_Finance Committee AGSM e_, "West African College of Physicians Conference, Nnewi 2008" (July, 2008 to July, 2008) |
5 | Resource Person_Convulsions in Childhood_CME, "Nigeria Medical Association, Onitsha Zone" (September, 2008 to September, 2008) |
6 | Resource Person_Diagnosis, Clinical Features, Treatment of ARTIs_CME_, "Department of Paediatrics, College of Medicine, University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus" (August, 2006 to August, 2006) |
7 | Member, NAU, ICT Committee, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (January, 2005 to October, 2007) |
8 | Chairman, Faculty Committee on Production, Distribution and Sale of Printed Academic Materials to Me, "Faculty of Medicine, CHS, NAU, Nnewi Campus" (September, 2003 to August, 2005) |
9 | Member, College of Health Sciences Computer Technical Committee (CCTC)., "Faculty of Medicine, CHS, NAU, Nnewi Campus" (January, 2002 to April, 2003) |
10 | Ex-Officio II and Auditor, Medical Research Society,, "College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus" (July, 2001 to September, 2005) |
11 | Member, College Benefactor Drive Committee, "College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus" (June, 1999 to December, 1999) |
12 | Staff Adviser_Medical Students' Cultural Society_MES-CUSO, "College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus" (January, 1999 to December, 2004) |
13 | Chairman, Committee on Fees for all Examinations for Med. Students, "Faculty of Medicine, CHS, NAU, Nnewi Campus" (September, 1998 to August, 2000) |
14 | Member, Faculty Committee on Conferences, "Faculty of Medicine, CHS, NAU, Nnewi Campus" (April, 1998 to March, 1999) |
15 | Member, Committee on Disbursement of Conference Fund, "Faculty of Medicine, CHS, NAU, Nnewi Campus" (January, 1998 to November, 2020) |
16 | Member, Faculty Committee on Conferences, "Faculty of Medicine, CHS, NAU, Nnewi Campus" (April, 1998 to March, 2000) |
17 | Member, Sub-Committee on Remuneration of External Examiners, "Faculty of Medicine, CHS, NAU, Nnewi Campus" (December, 1998 to November, 1999) |
18 | Member, College Committee for Research Activities and Postgraduate Training, "College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus" (August, 1997 to July, 1998) |
19 | Member, Faculty Assessment Committee on Appraisal Procedure, "Faculty of Medicine, CHS, NAU, Nnewi Campus" (July, 1997 to June, 1999) |
20 | Chairman, College Staff School, "College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus" (January, 1996 to December, 1998) |
21 | Member, Senate Task Force Committee on the Proper Relocation of Books in ASUTECH Libraries, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (March, 1990 to August, 1992) |
1 | Honorary Fellow, "West African College of Physicians (WACP)" (member since 2005), https://wac.physician.org |
2 | Full Member, "Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN)" - 3156 (member since 1989), https://www.mdcan.org.ng |
3 | Full Member, "Paediatric Association of Nigeria (PAN)" (member since 1988), https://pan-ng.org |
4 | Life Member, "National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria (NPMCN)" (member since 1988), https://npmcn.edu.ng |
5 | Full Member, "Nigeria Medical Association (NMA)" (member since 1980), https://nationalnma.org |
Conferences | |
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1 | "Universal Health Access as a Means to attain SDG Goal3; Philosophy of Justice", (West African College of Physicians (Nigeria Chapter) 41st Annual General and Scientific Meeting (AGSM).), 11th July, 2017 to 13th July, 2017; Asaba |
2 | "11th Annual Scientific Conference And All Fellows Congress", (National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria), 9th August, 2016 to 13th August, 2016; Lagos |
3 | "Financing Child Health Care In Nigeria", (PANCONF), 22nd January, 2014 to 24th January, 2014; Calabar |
4 | "45th Annual General Meeting And Scientific Conference Of Paediatric Association Of Nigeria", (PANCONF), 22nd January, 2014 to 24th January, 2014; Calabar |
5 | "44th Annual General And Scientific Conference", (PANCONF), 22nd January, 2013 to 26th January, 2013; Calabar |
6 | "44th Annual General Meeting And Scientific Conference Of Paediatric Association Of Nigeria", (PANCONF), 22nd January, 2013 to 26th January, 2013; Benin |
7 | "Improving Quality Of Life", (Nigerian Medical Association, Anambra State Branch), 3rd August, 2012 to 4th August, 2012; Onitsha |
8 | "43rd Annual General Meeting And Scientific Conference Of Paediatric Association Of Nigeria", (PANCONF), 24th January, 2012 to 28th January, 2012; Ile-Ife |
9 | "42nd Annual General Meeting And Scientific Conference Of Paediatric Association Of Nigeria", (PANCONF), 11th January, 2011 to 15th January, 2011; Abuja |
10 | "40th Annual General Meeting And Scientific Conference Of Paediatric Association Of Nigeria", (PANCONF), 20th January, 2009 to 24th January, 2009; Ibadan |
11 | "Achieving the Millennium Development Goals- The Role of the Physicians", (West African College of Physicians (Nigeria Chapter) 32nd Annual General and Scientific Meeting (AGSM).), 23rd July, 2008 to 25th July, 2008; Awka |
12 | "Achieving The Millenium Development Goals - The Role Of The Physician", (West Africa college of Physicians. Annual General & Scientific Meeting, Anambra 2008), 16th July, 2008 to 19th July, 2008; Awka |
13 | "38th Annual General Meeting And Scientific Conference Of Paediatric Association Of Nigeria", (PANCONF), 24th January, 2007 to 27th January, 2007; Nnewi |
14 | "37th Annual General Meeting And Scientific Conference Of Paediatric Association Of Nigeria", (PANCONF), 25th January, 2006 to 27th January, 2006; Jos |
15 | "34th Annual General Meeting And Scientific Conference Of Paediatric Association Of Nigeria", (PANCONF), 21st January, 2003 to 25th January, 2003; Port Harcourt |
16 | "The family and emerging challenges on non-communicable diseases in Nigeria", (West African College of Physicians (Nigeria Chapter) 39th Annual General and Scientific Meeting (AGSM).), Owerri |
Workshops | |
1 | "Workshop On Assessment Methods And Examination Ethics", (Faculty of Medicine, CHS, NAU, Nnewi Campus), 7th July, 2014 to 8th July, 2014; NAUTH, NNEWI |
2 | "Workshop On The Faculty Curriculum", (Faculty of Paediatrics, NPMCN), 13th March, 2013 to 13th March, 2013; Enugu |
3 | "New Curriculum In Paediatrics", (Faculty of Paediatrics, NPMCN), 23rd September, 2011 to 23rd September, 2011; Ikeja, Lagos |
4 | "Aging And Health. Mental Health", (Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria), 2nd August, 2001 to 4th August, 2001; Nnewi |
Seminar | |
1 | "Achieving The Sustainable Development Goals In Nigeria: The Road Map", (NAUTH/NAUTH Research Society), 10th December, 2018 to 11th December, 2018; Nnewi |