Prof. Chinagorom Josiah Onuegbu

Prof. Chinagorom Josiah Onuegbu is a PROFESSOR in ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING Department, Faculty Of Engineering in Nnamdi Azikiwe University

Prof. Chinagorom Josiah Onuegbu

Staff Profile

1. Basic information: Surname: Onuegbu Other names: Josiah Chinagorom Date of Birth: 24th February, 1966 Place of birth: Umuchu Contact address: Dept. of Electrical Engineering, UNIZIK, Awka E-mail address: [email protected] Mobile number: +234(0)8064420745 Family data: Eight number of family members Children’s data: Iruoma (24), Chioma (20), Favour (18), Goodness (16), Comfort (14) and Udochukwu (12) Next of kin: Mrs. Ifeoma Jacinta Onuegbu Profile picture: (jpg, png 50kB) Social Media: Whatsapp 2. Carrier details: Area of Specialization: Electrical Machines, Power Systems, Renewable Energy and High Voltage Engineering Qualifications PhD, M.Eng, WAEC, FSLC. Experience Events attended, Conferences, Seminars, Workshops. Job schedules: Teaching, Research and Community Service. Publications-(See Curriculum Vitae). CURRICULUM VITAE OF ENGR PROFESSOR JOSIAH CHINAGOROM ONUEGBU DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY, AWKA. PRELIMINARY INFORMATION A PERSONAL DATA:  Surname: Onuegbu  Other Names Josiah Chinagorom  Date of birth 24th February 1966  Place of birth Umuchu  Contact address Department of Electrical Engineering, UNIZIK, Awka  E-mail address: [email protected]  Telephone +2348064420745 B POSTS AND DATES  Date of first Appointment:………………………12th January, 1999  Date of Resumption of duty:………………….....27th January, 1999  Date of Regularization of Appointment:…….…...3rd August, 1999  Date of Confirmation of Appointment:………... 25th January, 2001  Date of last Promotion:…………………………....1st October, 2020 C SUBSTANTIVE RANK … Professor of Electrical Power System and Machines (i) ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS SCHOOLS ATTENDED WITH DATES AND QUALIFICATIONS SCHOOLS QUALIFICATION DATE a. Mbarafor Primary School Ozara-Akukwa Umuchu Aguata L.G.A. Anambra State. F.S.L.C. 1979 b. Community Secondary School Ogaminana, Okene, Kogi State W.A.S.C. 1986 c. Kirghiz Technical University, Bishkek (Frunze) U.S.S.R. M. Eng. 1994 d. Nnamdi Azikiwe University. Awka Ph.D 2012 (ii) RELEVANT EXPERIENCE In 1999, I assumed duty as Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Electrical/Electronic and Computer Engineering, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka on Hatiss 08 Step 01. Presently a Professor on Grade Level A07 step 10. (iii) CREATIVE OUTPUT (a) Books i. Onuegbu J.C., “Why is Power erratic?” An Engineering Novel. Amaka Dreams Ltd. Awka, 2008, 125p, 1st Edition. ii. Okeke S.I., Onuegbu J.C. and others, Engineering Mathematics I, Iyke Ventures, Enugu, 2002, 224p, 1st Edition. b. Journal articles (Google Scholar link): https://scholar.google.com/citations?view_op=list_works&hl=en&hl=en&user=yoqgkswAAAAJ 1. A.E. Anyalebecchi, J.C. Onuegbu. Low Voltage in Nigeria Power Systems: Causes and Remedies. Iconic Research and Engineering Journals Vol. 9 Issue 9, ISSN: 2456-8880, DOI: https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV919-1715391, Mar. 2026, pp2161-2164. 2. Aziba Dennis Ayemhenre and J. C. Onuegbu. Harmonic Mitigation in an AC Power System using 33kV Transmission Line as a Case Study. Frontline Professionals Journal 2(5), 47-57, EISSN: 1596-0501, Vol.2 No. 5, May 2025. Website: http://frontlineprofessionalsjournal,info 3. Ojukwu, A.C., Onuegbu, J.C. and Ogboh, V.C., Fault Diagnosis on a 330kV Power System Transmission Line Using S-Transform Technique. UNIZIK Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences 3(1). https://journals.unizik.edu.ng/index.php/ujeas print ISSN: 2992-4383 online ISSN: 2992-4391, March 2024, 457-478. 4. Ojukwu, A.C., Onuegbu, J.C., Abonyi, S.E and Ogboh, V.C., Fault Diagnosis on a 330kV Power System Transmission Line Using Integrated S-Transform, Artificial Neural Network and Travelling Wave Techniques. UNIZIK Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences 3(1), https://journals.unizik.edu.ng/index.php/ujeas print ISSN: 2992-4383 online ISSN: 2992-4391, March 2024, 584-607 5. Ezendiokwelu C.E, Anazia A.E, Onuegbu J.C. : Analysis of Sub-synchronous Oscillation of Wind Energy Plant for Enhanced Integration of Renewable Energy in the Nigeria Grid. International Research Journal of Modernization in Engineering Technology and Science. Volume: 05 Issue: 06, e-ISSN: 2582-5208, June 2023, pp. 4673-4678. 6. Anionovo Ugochukwu Edebeani1, Dr. Emmanuel C. Ezendiokwelu, Augustine Nonso Nwoye, Prof. Josiah C. Onuegbu, Hybrid Transient Stability Analysis Solution for Power System Stability Studies. IRE Journals Volume 5 Issue 9 ISSN: 2456-8880, Mar. 2022 pp. 437-458. 7. Ameh B. V., Onuegbu J. C. and Nwabanne J. T., Improvement of Earthing and Lightning System using Effective Electrode Resistance Reduction Method. International Journal of Engineering Research and Technology (IJERT), ISSN: 2278-0181, Vol. 11 Issue 08, Aug. 2022 pp. 306-310. http://www.ijert.org IJERTV11IS080084. 8. Ameh B. V. and Onuegbu J. C., Comparison, Similarities, Differences, Merits and Demerits of Method of Effective Electrode Resistance Reduction. International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology. ISSN: 2456-2165 Vol. 7 Issue 9, Sept. 2022. pp. 233-237, www.ijisrt.com 9. Ogheneovo Ibebe, Engr. Dr. J. C. Onuegbu and Okwuelu Nnaemeka. Voltage Stability Improvement of Power Transmission System Using UPFC, a Case Study of 41-Bus Nigerian Power System Modeled In NEPLAN. Iconic Research and Engineering Journals, ISSN: 2456-8880 Volume 3 Issue 8, pp.147 – 153. www.irejournals.com Feb. 2020. 10. Okolo C.C., Onuegbu J.C, Ezeugbo I.C., Okwuelu N. and Uduh E.J. Enhancing transient Stability of the Nigerian 330kV Transmission System Using Proportional Integral Based VSC High Voltage Direct Current Method at Makurdi Bus/Jos Makurdi Transmission Line. Global Scientific Journal Vol.8, Issue 3, ISSN: 2320-9186, March 2020. 11. Okolo C.C., Ezechukwu O.A., Enemuoh F.O., Anazia A.E. and Onuegbu J.O. Improving Transient Stability of the Nigerian 330kV Transmission System on Ajaokuta – Benin Transmission Line with the help of Artificial Neural Network (ANN) based VSC High Voltage Direct Current Method. International Journal of Advanced Engineering Management and Science. Vol.6, Issue 2, ISSN: 2454-1311, Feb. 2020. 12. Y. M. Oruma, L. U. Anih, Dr. J. C. Onuegbu. Steady-State Performance of Dual Stator Winding Polyphase Induction Motor with Reactive Power Compensation. Iconic Research and Engineering Journals (IRE Journals), ISSN: 2456-8880 Volume 3 Issue 8, pp 139 – 146, Feb. 2020. 13. Okwudili O. E., Ezechukwu O.A., Onuegbu J.C. Artificial neural Network Method for Fault Detection on Transmission Lines. International Journal of Engineering Inventions. E-ISSN: 2278-7461, P-ISSN: 2319-6491 Vol. 8, Issue 1, Jan.2019, pp.47-56. wwwijeijournal.com 14. E.A. Anazia, E.S. Ugochukwu, J.C. Onuegbu and Onyedikachi S.N. Design and Analysis of Losses in Power Transformer. American Journal of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (AJEEE), Vol. 5 No. 3, pp. 94 – 101, 2017. 15. Obute K.C., Enemuoh F.O. and Onuegbu J.C. Mathematical Model And Steady-State Simulation Study of Three Phase Squirrel Cage Induction Machine, Using The Dot Convention Technique for Magnetically Coupled Circuit. Journal of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (IOSR -JEEE) e-ISSN: 2278-1676, p-ISSN: 2320-3331 Vol. 12, issue 1, pp. 39-45, Jan-Feb. 2017. 16. C.E. Ezendiokwelu, J.C. Onuegbu and B.A. Odufuwa. Power Generation Investment and Electricity Pricing in Deregulated Energy Market. International Journal of Recent Technology and Engineering (IJRTE). Vol. 6, Issue 4, pp. 18 – 21, Sept., 2017. https://www.ijrte.org/v6i4.php 17. Udeagbala R.N., Onuegbu J.C. and Anazia A.E. Transient Control of a Non-linear Turbo-generator Using Multiple Shooting, Differential Dynamic Programming and Quasi-Linearization Technique. International Journal of Electrical and Telecommunications System Research. Vol. 7 Issue 7, pp.68-75, July, 2016. 18. Yisa Mutiat Shittu, Onuegbu J.C. and Anazia A.E. Design and Analysis of 650VA Remote-Controlled Transformer Powerless Inverter System. International Journal of Electrical and Telecommunications System Research. Vol. 8 Issue 8, e-ISSN: 2249-071X, p-ISSN: 2278-4209, pp. 29 – 35, Sept. 2016. 19. Alumona L.O., Onuegbu J.C., Agu V. N., and Azaka O.A. Application of Eddy Current Breaking in Automobile Using Rotating Magnetic Field from Stationary Poly-phase Windings. International Journal of Electrical and Telecommunications System Research Vol. 8 Issue 8, ISSN (Online): 2249-071X, ISSN (Print): 2278-4209, pp. 72 – 78, Sept. 2016. 20. Dr. E.A. Anazia, Samson Ugochukwu, Dr. J.C. Onuegbu and Onyedikachi S. N., Determination of Induction Machine Parameters by Simulation. American Journal of Engineering Research www.ajer.org Vol. 5 Issue 5, (AJER) e-ISSN: 2320-0847, p-ISSN: 2320-0936, pp. 124-134, 2016. 21. Engr. Dr. Anazie E.A., Engr. Samson Ugochukwu, Engr. Dr. Josiah C. Onuegbu and Engr. Onyedikachi S.N. Effect of Pole Angle Variation on Electric Machine Back EMF/MMF Structure. American Journal of Engineering Research (AJER). www.ajer.org Vol.5 Issue 5, e-ISSN: 2320-0847, p-ISSN: 2320-0936, pp. 227-230, 2016. 22. Engr. Dr. E.A. Anazia, Samson Ugochukwu, and Engr. Dr. Josiah C. Onuegbu, Analytical Determination of Electrical Machine Winding Layout. International Journal of Engineering Research and Development (IJERD). Vol. 12 Issue 2, e-ISSN: 2278-067X, p-ISSN: 2278-800X www.ijerd.com pp.71-79, Feb. 2016. 23. Okechukwu Nmesoma and Onuegbu Josiah C., Design Analysis and Application of Magneto-propelled Space Launcher. Journal of Multi-disciplinary Engineering Science and Technology (JMEST) www.jmest.org Vol. 3 Issue 5, ISSN: 2458-9403, pp.4693-4698, May 2016. 24. J.C. Onuegbu, A.E. Anazia and V.N. Agu. Analysis of Electrical Installation in a Flood Prone Environment. British Journal of Applied Science & Technology (BJAST). ISSN: 2231-0843 www.sciencedomain.org pp. 1-9, May 2016. 25. Samson Ugochukwu, Anazia E.A., Josiah C. Onuegbu, Simplified Approach to Design of 75 kW (100 HP) Industrial Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor. International Journal of Electrical Machines & Drives Vol. 1: Issue 2. www.journalspub.com. IJEMD pp.9-40, 2015. 26. Onuegbu J.C. and Anazia E.A., Characterization and Analysis of Healthy 330 Kilovolt Double Circuit Transmission Line. International Journal of Electronics Communication and Computer Engineering. Volume 4, Issue 1, ISSN (Online): 2249-071X, ISSN (Print): 2278-4209, pp.199 – 202, Jan. 2013. 27. Anazia E.A., Onuegbu J.C. and Enemuoh F.O., Analysis of UPFC inserted transmission lines in power flow studies. Global Journal of Engineering Research and Technology (GJERT). Vol. 3, Issue 1, ISSN: 2249-3107, pp.1-7, www.ripublication.com 2013. 28. Onuegbu J.C., Ezennaya S.O. and Onyedikachi S., The Influence of Three-Phase Auto-reclosure of Transmission line on the Dynamic Stability of Power Systems. Research and Reviews: Journal of Engineering and Technology. RRJET: Volume 2, issue 3, ISSN: 2319-9873, pp.34-47, July 2013. 29. Enemuoh F.O., Onuegbu J.C. and Anazia E.A., Modal Based Analysis and Evaluation of Voltage Stability of Bulk Power System. International Journal of Engineering Research and Development (IJERD), Vol. 6, Issue 12, ISSN (Online): 2278-067X, (Print): 2278-800X, pp.71 – 79, www.ijerd.com May 2013. 30. Anazia E.A., Onuegbu J.C. and Enemuoh F.O., Digital Simulation of Current Transformer During Transients. International Journal of Technology and Research Advances (IJTRA), Volume of 2013, Issue II, pp.1-4, www.ijtra.co.nf 2013. 31. Onuegbu J.C., Madueme T.C., Enemuoh F.O. and Anazia E.A. Vector Diagram Correlation of Leading and Lagging Power Factor in Salient Pole Synchronous Machine. IOSR Journal of Engineering (IOSRJEN). e-ISSN: 2250-3021, p-ISSN: 2278-8719 Vol. 3, issue 12, pp. 29-37, Dec. 2013. 32. Enemuoh F.O., Madueme T.C., Onuegbu J.C. and Anazia A.E. Prediction of Voltage Instability in Nigeria Interconnected Electric Power System Using V-Q Sensitivity Method. International Journal of Computational Engineering Research (IJCER). ISSN: 2250-3005 Volume 03 issue 9, pp. 99-107, September 2013. 33. Dr. J.C. Onuegbu, Dr. F.O. Enemuoh and Dr. E.A. Anazia., Design of Three Phase Solar-Based 4.5kW AC Power Inverter Station. American Journal of Engineering Research (AJER). e-ISSN: 2320-0847 p-ISSN: 2320-0936, Volume-02, Issue-07, pp.185-190, July 2013. 34. Enemuoh F.O., Okafor E.E., Onuegbu J. C. and Agu V.N. Modelling, Simulation and Performance Analysis of a variable Frequency Drive in Speed Control of Induction Motor. International Journal of Engineering Inventions (IJEI), e-ISSN: 2278-7461, p-ISSN: 2319-6491, Volume 3, Issue 5, pp. 36-41, December 2013. 35. Onuegbu J.C. and Anazia E. A., Analysis of Protection Scheme for a battery Charger. International Journal of Engineering and Innovation Research (IJEIR), ISSN: 2277 – 5668, Vol. 1 Issue 6, pp. 528 – 532, Nov 2012. 36. Onuegbu J.C., Anazia E.A. and Okonkwo M.C., Analytical Modeling of A Digital Kitchen Timer. Electroscope. International Journal of Electrical and Telecommunication Systems Research, UNIZIK Awka, ISSN: 0795-2260 http://www.electroscope-edu.org Vol. 4, No. 4, pp.1-6, 2010. 37. A.E. Anazia and J.C. Onuegbu. Models for transient stability study of interconnected power systems. Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Unizik, Awka, ISSN: 1119 - 8109 Vol. 5, Nos. 1 and 2, pp.77-84, 2009. 38. Anazia E.A. and Onuegbu J.C., Practical Evaluation of Load Sharing Methodology of Interconnected Generators. International Journal of Electrical and Telecommunication Systems Research, UNIZIK Awka, ISSN: 0795-2260 http://www.electroscope-edu.org Vol. 3 No. 3, pp.50-55, 2009. 39. Onuegbu J.C., Anazia E.A. and Okafor T.C. Comparative Analysis of Discrete based UPS Topologies. International Journal of Electrical and Telecommunication Systems Research. UNIZIK Awka, ISSN: 0795-2260 http://www.electroscope-edu.org Vol. 3 No. 3, pp.29-36, July 2009. 40. Onuegbu J.C., E.A. Anazia and M.N. Eleanya. Technico-Economical selection of Electrical Circuits of thermal power plant (TPP-300MW). International Journal of Electrical and Telecommunication Systems Research., UNIZIK Awka, ISSN: 0795-2260, Vol. 2 No. 2, pp. 46-54, 2007. 41. Onuegbu J.C. and Anazia E.A., “Effect of cooling on the efficiency of power transformers” Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences, NAU, Awka, ISSN: 1119 – 8109, Vol. 2 No. 2, pp.165-169, August 2006. 42. J.C. Onuegbu., Solar Operated Air Conditioner. Conference proceedings. Solar Energy Society of Nigeria. NASEF 06, NAU, Awka, ISSN: 0794 – 9537, Vol. 1, pp.185-188. http://www.sesn.org.nig December 2006. 43. Onuegbu J.C., Effect of capacitance on Global Warming. Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences, NAU, Awka, Vol. 2 No. 1, ISSN: 1119 – 8109, pp. 9 – 16, April 2005. (c) Technical Reports i. Onuegbu J.C., A technical report on “Training/Workshop on the use of Skill ‘G’ Laboratory equipment” from 18th to 22nd February, 2008, at Federal Polytechnic Owerri Imo State, 19p. ii. Onuegbu J.C., A technical report on “Experience and challenges of the Restructured Power Industry in Nigeria”, 20p 2005. iii. Onuegbu J.C., A technical report on “Industrial Training Supervision” SIWES, NAU from 16th to 21st May, 2005, conducted in Lagos III area, 29p, 2005. iv. Onuegbu J.C. A technical report on “Submission of blue print for the establishment of Renewable Energy Centre at NAU, 4p, July 2005. (d) Conference papers 1. Dr. Onuegbu J.C., The state of Power Infrastructure in Anambra State. A paper presented at the investiture of the first Chairman and formal inauguration of the Nigerian Institution of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (NIEEE), Awka Chapter. 6th Feb., 2016. 2. Onuegbu J.C., Electrical installation in a flood prone city. A book of abstracts of Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Awka Branch, Anambra State, Oct. 2012. 3. Onuegbu J. C., Okafor T. C. and Anazia E. A. “Design model of a 4.5KW solar-based power generating station with backup” A book of abstracts of the Solar Energy Society of Nigeria (SESN) FUTO Owerri, Imo State, Nov. 2010. 4. Onuegbu J.C. “The Role of Solar Energy in Information Technology” A book of abstracts of the Solar Energy Society of Nigeria (SESN) Abuja, 2007. 5. Onuegbu J.C., “Solar Operated Air Conditioner” Book of abstracts of Solar Energy Society of Nigeria (SESN), NAU, Awka, 2006. (e) Conferences attended 1. Faculty of Engineering International Conference, 2026. Theme: Sustainable Engineering for a Resilient Feature. Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, 11th – 12th February 2026. Venue: ASUU NAU Secretariat, Unizik, Awka. 2. Faculty of Engineering International (Hybrid) Conference, 2024. Theme: Sustainable Energy and Smart Agriculture for National Development. Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, 6th – 7th November 2024. Venue: ASUU NAU Secretariat. 3. Faculty of Engineering International Conference, 2022. Theme: Waste in Green Economy for Sustainable industrial Development. Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, 9th – 10th February 2022. Venue: university Auditorium UNIZIK Awka Nigeria. 4. 28th COREN Engineering Assembly. International Conference Center Abuja Nigeria, Monday 19th – Wednesday 21st August 2019. Theme: Strategic Alliance amongst Engineering Professionals for Enhanced Opportunities. 5. Solar Energy Society of Nigeria. Theme: The Future of Electric Vehicles in Nigeria. 37th National Solar Energy Forum Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria 4th–6th Nov. 2019. 6. 27th COREN Engineering Assembly. International Conference Center Abuja Nigeria, Monday 6th – Wednesday 8th August 2018. Theme: The Nigerian Built Industry: Building a Sustainable Structure with Allied Professionals. 7. Faculty of Engineering International Conference, 2018. Theme: Raw Materials Processing and Utilization for Sustainable Development. Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, 14th – 15th August 2018. 8. 26th COREN Engineering Assembly. International Conference Center Abuja Nigeria, 7th –9th August 2017. Theme: Entrepreneurship and Manufacturing in Nigeria: Challenges and Opportunities for a Better Future. 9. 24th COREN Engineering Assembly. International Conference Center Abuja Nigeria, 10th – 12th August 2015. 10. Faculty of Engineering Conference on Engineering for Sustainable Development. Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, 19th – 20th May 2014. 11. Solar Energy Society of Nigeria. The main hall Federal University of Technology Owerri Imo State. Theme: The Role of Solar Energy in the Technological Development of Nigeria. 2nd – 6th November 2010. 12. Solar Energy Society of Nigeria. University of Agriculture Makurdi Benue State 2nd - 4th Nov. 2009. Theme: The Role of Solar Energy in the Agricultural Development of Nigeria. 13. Solar Energy Society of Nigeria. University of Ibadan 5th-6th November 2008. Theme: Mainstreaming Solar Energy into the Nation’s Energy Mix. 14. Solar Energy Society of Nigeria. Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State. Theme: Energizing the Nigerian Populace Through Solar Energy. 6th – 9th Dec. 2006. (f) Inventions (unpatented) 1. Protection scheme for battery charger. 2. Three Phase 2-Input Solar-Based 4.5kW AC Power Inverter Station. 3. Fast decoupled matlab-based method of Synchronous motor computation. (iv) ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP QUALITIES (1) Supervisor of Masters and Ph.D Students Ongoing Ph.D and Masters supervision a. Aniagbaoso Augustine b. Ikaraoha Chika Obinna c. Yisa Mutiat Shittu d. Franklin Nwachukwu e. Nweze Chinaza Ifeanyi f. Adegoke Oluwaseyi g. Obidiegwu Emeka S. Completed supervision of PG Thesis and Dissertation 1. Udeagbala Remigius Ndidika Reg. No. 2012236001F, Title of Thesis: Investigation of the Transient Performance of a non-linear Turbogenerator (Score B). May, 2016. 2. Yisa Mutiat Shittu Reg. No. 2014236002F Design and Analysis of a 650 VA Remote Controlled Transformer Powerless Inverter System (Score A). November, 2017. 3. Alumona Louis Olisaeloka Reg. No. 2012236014P, Title of Thesis: Application of Eddy Current breaking in Automobile using rotating magnet field from stationary Poly-phase windings (Score A), June 2018. 4. Oruma Yahaya Musa Reg. No. 2014236003P, Title of Thesis: Enhancing Steady-State Performance of Dual Stator Winding Polyphase Induction Motor Using Reactive Power Compensation (Score B), May 2021. 5. Ogheneovo Ibebe Obukowho Reg. No. 2013236022F, Title of Thesis: Voltage Stability Improvement of Power Transmission System Using UPFC, A Case Study of 41-Bus Nigerian Power System Modelled in NEPLAN (Score A), May 2021. 6. Ugochukwu Edebeani Anionovo Reg. No. 2018237001P, Title of dissertation: Development of Hybrid Stability Analysis Solution for Power System Stability Studies (Score A), 6th July, 2023. 7. Ameh Baba Vincent Reg. No. 2019237001FB, Title of dissertation: Analysis and Remediation of Earthing System of Soku Gas Plant Using Effective Earth Electrode Resistance Reduction Method (Score A), 19th July, 2023. 8. Ojukwu Albert Chukwuemeka Reg. No. 2020236001F. Title of Thesis: Fault Diagnosis of 47.39km Ajaokuta-Lokoja 330kV Power Transmission Network using Artificial Neural Network and Computational Methods. (Score 74.8 A), 28th May, 2024. 9. Aziba Dennis Ayemhenre Reg. No. 2013236010F. Modeling, Analysis and Mitigation of Harm onics in an ac Power System using 33kV Transmission Line as a case study (Score B) 3rd Sept. 2025. 10. Oyiogu Dennis Chukwuemeka. Reg. No. 2020237001PS. Title: Modeling and Optimization of a Hybrid Energy System for Terrestrial Cellular Base Transceiver Station (Score B) 30th Sept. 2025. (2) External Examination (i) External Examiner Department of Electrical/Electronic Engineering, University of Abuja, Abuja Nigeria, Sept 2021. (ii) External Examiner Department of Electrical Engineering, University of Nigeria Nsukka, Feb. 2020. (iii) External Assessor Delta State Polytechnic Ogwashi-Ukwu, 2019. (iv) Internal-External Examiner M. Eng. and Ph.D Students Faculty of Engineering Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, May 2013 to date. (v) Team member, Resource verification visit to Auchi Polytechnic, Auchi, Feb. 2006. (3) Editorship of Journal 1 Board member Journal of Science and Technology Publishing. Hampshire UK, 2019, ISSN: 2632-1017 www.scitechpub.org 2 Editor of Electroscope. International Journal of Electrical and Telecommunication Systems Research, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nov. 2017, ISSN: 0795-2260 (http://www.electroscope-edu.org) 3 Editor Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka April 2017, ISSN: 1119-8109. (v) ADMINISTRATIVE EXPERIENCE  Chairman Committee on Energy Management, Faculty of Engineering, 19th May 2025.  Chairman Computer Based Test Laboratory Committee, Faculty of Engineering, 28/11/2024, Ref: CBTLAB/FEG/COM/002.  Co-Chair Faculty of Engineering 2024 International Conference Technical Sub-Committee Ref: FEIC/2024/FEG COM./004 dated 13th June, 2024.  PG Coordinator Department of Electrical Engineering Oct. 2019 – Jan 20, 2023.  Chairman COREN/NUC Accreditation Committee for Electrical Engineering Department 2/03/2015, 14/04/2021 and 4/02/2026.  Six years as Head of Department of Electrical Engineering from 20/12/2013 – 03/10/2019.  Chairman Technical Session Faculty of Engineering International Conference NAU/DFEG/006 09/08/2018.  Chairman Faculty of Engineering Generator Set Committee, 12/12/2012 to 1/10/2014.  Chairman project Committee Electrical Engineering 02/11/2011 to 31/01/2014.  Chairman Examination Committee (Exam Officer) Department of Electrical/Electronic and Computer Engineering Ref: NAU/EE/ADM/002 of 28/10/02 to 27/10/2010.  Co-Chairman Faculty of Engineering Examination Malpractice Committee, May 2008. (vi) QUALITY OF TEACHING: High quality of teaching. (vii) CONTRIBUTION TO UNIVERSITY AND SOCIETY (a) Academic and Education Committees of University, local, State or Federal Govt.  Member Technical Sub-Committee Faculty of Engineering International Conference FEIC/2024/FEGCOM./004, 2024.  Member UNIZIK Integrated Energy System, Ref: NAU/REG/88G/VI/20, 12th Sept, 2024.  Member Committee on ASUU NAU Generator/Power supply 17th Nov. 2021.  Member Committee on Faculty of Engineering Needs Assessment, NAU/FEG/006 8/7/2021.  Member Faculty of Engineering Space Allocation Committee NAU/FEG/006 26/3/2021.  Member UNIZIK Covid-19 Monitoring team 2021.  Member Committee on effective use of new Faculty of Engineering Laboratories and Workshop, November 2019.  Member Committee on Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences (JEAS) Ref. NAU/DFEG/006, 8/5/2019.  Member Committee to Investigate the Case of Alleged Plagiarism in Mechanical Engineering Department NAU/DFEG/032, March 2018.  Member ASUU NAU Ethics and Privileges Committee 2018.  Member Faculty of Engineering Synopsis Committee NAU/DFEG/032, 04/10/2018  Member Taskforce Committee to Manage the Achievement of full Accreditation Status for six Departments in the Faculty of Engineering and other related Matters, Ref: NAU/FEG/003, March 2017.  Member Committee of Building Professional NAU/DFEG/205, 27/6/2016.  Member Vice Chancellor’s LOC of Institute of Safety Professionals of Nigeria, Conference/AGM. Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, October 2016.  Member Nnamdi Azikiwe University Library Advisory Committee NAU/LIB/V.1, 28/01/2016.  Member Committee on Manpower Auditing of Department of Works Services Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, NAU/UMC/37B/326/Vol.32/37, 30/9/2015.  Member Committee to investigate sharp practices in Faculty of Engineering FEG/FENGR/14 14/07/2014.  Member Examination Malpractice Committee, Faculty of Engineering Ref: NUA/DPE/EMC of 02/10/2003 to 28/02/2015.  Member Panel of enquiry into leakage of examination question paper in Chemical Engineering Department, NAU/DFEG/06 13/6/2008.  Member project Committee Electrical Engineering 26/08/2011 to 01/11/2011.  Member students’ Welfare Committee EEE Department Ref: NUA/FET/ADM/007 of 30/10/2002 to date.  Departmental SIWES Coordinator EEE Ref: NAU/AK/SIWES/26/Vol.1 of 16/09/2003 till 2006.  Departmental CEP Coordinator 28/10/02 till 27/10/2010.  Departmental Time-table Coordinator 28/10/02 till 27/10/2010. (b) Representation in outside body  Secretary Umumeanwe kindred Ozara-Akukwa Umuchu, Aguata L.G.A. Anambra State, from 22nd April, 2025 to date.  Co-Chairman Ihite Development Union and member Constitution Drafting Committee Ihite Development Union Umuchu Aguata L.G.A. Oct. 2020 –April 2021.  Chairman Umuezeonyejiaku kindred Ozara-Akukwa Umuchu, Aguata L.G.A. Anambra State, from 27th December, 2016 to 27th December, 2020.  Offer of appointment as Collation Officer for National Assembly election in Nteje Ward I in Oyi L.G.A., February 2019.  Offer of appointment as Returning Officer State House of Assembly election Orumba South Constituency, March 2019.  Second Vice President Umuchu Improvement Union Representative Assembly (UIU RA) Umuchu town, Aguata Local Government Area Anambra State, effective 28th February, 2014 to 28th February, 2018.  Chairman Caretaker Committee Ozara-Akukwa Umuchu, Aguata L.G.A. Anambra State, from 30/01/2017 to 05/04/2021.  Secretary General, Umuezeonyejiaku Kindred Ozara-Akukwa Community Umuchu, Aguata L.G.A. Anambra State, from December 27, 2008 to December 27, 2016.  Secretary Constitution Drafting Committee Umuezeonyejiaku Kindred Ozara-Akukwa Community Umuchu, Aguata L.G.A. Anambra State December 27, 2014 to Nov 09, 2024.  Financial Secretary, Ozara-Akukwa General Assembly, Umuchu, Aguata L.G.A. Anambra State, from 29th December, 2012 to Dec. 29, 2015.  Coordinator Society of Satellite Professionals International (SSPI) for Faculty of Engineering, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. February, 2013 to date.  Two-time Secretary General, Ozara-Akukwa General Assembly, Umuchu, Aguata L.G.A. Anambra State, from 26th December, 2006 to 29th December, 2012.  A former Expert team member of Center for Satellite Technology Development (CSTD). This is an activity center of the National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) of the Federal Ministry of Science and Technology, Abuja. I attended the National Conference on CSTD/NASRDA between 12 - 13th March, 2007 while the SPIRE I program (Satellite to Promote Instructional and Research Experiments) commenced on 26/07/2007. I worked with Team C2: Tracking, Telemetry and Command (TTC) and later changed to Team D1: Power Generation, Distribution and Control.  Member Harvest Committee, St. Michael and All Angels’ Ifite Awka, November 2011. (viii) Membership of learned Society 1. Member Institution of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (Nigeria), No. 15505. 2. Member Institution of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (USA), No. 41483375 3. Member Nigeria Society of Engineers, membership No. 15505. 4. Member Solar Energy Society of Nigeria No. 2010-597. 5. Member Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (R.15952). 6. Member Society of Satellite Professionals International (SSPI). 7. Fellow Institute of Policy Management Development, Nigeria (FIPMD). (ix) Awards and Honours: 1. Dedicated Educator Award presented to Engr. Prof. Onuegbu Josiah Chinagorom. In recognition of your unwavering commitment to education and passion for nurturing minds. Your dedication as an educator has left an indelible mark on countless lives. Presented by Electrical Engineering Students Association (EESA), 13th March, 2024. 2. A merit award of honour presented at the 2023 Ozara-Akukwa Day Festival to Engr. Prof. Nze. Josiah Onuegbu. In recognition of your immense services and contributions to the growth and development of Ozara-Akukwa Community, Umuchu. by Ozara-Akukwa General Assembly, 31st Dec., 2023. 3. A Meritorious Award of Excellence presented to Engr. Prof. J.C. Onuegbu as A Great Arbitrator per Excellence by Institute of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators, 29th Aug, 2023. 4. A Meritorious Award of Excellence conferred on Engr. Prof. J.C. Onuegbu as Dike Na Mmuta by Awka North and South Elite Forum, 19th March 2023. 5. A distinguished Excellent Award conferred on Amb. Engr. Prof. J.C. Onuegbu as Ambassador of Peace by the ECOWAS Youth Summit, 15th Jan. 2023. 6. An Award of Excellence presented to Engr Prof J.C. Onuegbu as an Environmental Ambassador by South-East Environmental Campaign Organization (SEECO), 15th Dec. 2022. 7. Life Time Humanitarian Service Award presented to Engr Prof J.C. Onuegbu in recognition of your outstanding service to Humanity and Nigeria at large by the National Youth Council of Nigeria, 1st January, 2021. 8. An Award of Appreciation To Our Special Lecturer, Friend and Mentor Engr. Prof. J.C. Onuegbu for Your Help and Counseling by the 2001 EECE Class, Dec. 2021. 9. An Award of Excellence presented to Engr Dr. J.C. Onuegbu as An Ambassador of Peace by Peace and Conflict Resolution Ambassadors, Oct. 2021. 10. An Award of Excellence presented to Engr Dr. J.C. Onuegbu as A Pillar of Faith by National Association of Catholic Young Lawyers of Nigeria, Sept. 2021. 11. Award of Excellence in Recognition of your Manifest for Justice by Advocacy for Justice Group, May, 2021. 12. Award of Excellence as a Leader per Excellence to Engr Dr. J.C. Onuegbu by Anambra Young leaders Forum, October, 2020. 13. Award of Excellence as a Great Motivator of the Nigeria Students by the Directorate of External Affairs of the Student Union Government (SUG) Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, October, 2019. 14. Certificate of Inauguration into: Life Ambassador of Peace by Global Peace Federation in recognition of your outstanding contribution towards Humanity and Nation building, October, 2019. 15. Award of honour: African Educational legend Award. In recognition of your outstanding contribution to Education Standard, Academic Excellence, Philanthropy and Nation building, by Elite Magazines 14th October, 2019. 16. Award of Excellence In recognition of your outstanding contribution to the growth and development of the University by the Students Union Government (SUG) Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, 24/7/2018. 17. Award of Excellence: As Ambassador of Justice, by the Law students association, Faculty of Law, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, 18/12/2018. 18. Award of Excellence In recognition of your selfless service to the University and Humanity by the student Judicial Council UNIZIK, 10/10/2017. 19. Award of Patron The Nigerian Institution of Safety Engineers (NISE) Awka Chapter, 2nd September, 2017. 20. Fellow IPMD: Institute of Policy Management Development, Nigeria, 11/03/2017. 21. Award of Excellence: For outstanding contribution to the development of Engineering in the Society. By the Nigeria Society of Engineers Awka Branch on the Occasion of her Silver Jubilee Celebration. 12th November, 2016. 22. Award of Pioneer Patron: The Nigerian Institution of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (NIEEE) Awka Chapter, 6th February 2016. 23. Letter of recognition from the Students’ Union Government, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, 21/01/2015. 24. Award of Certificate of Honour as Head of Department in Recognition of your immense contribution towards the attainment of academic excellence in the Department of Electrical Engineering by The Electrical Engineering Students Association UNIZIK Awka, 15th December, 2014. 25. Commendation letter as Corps Liaison Officer, Ehime Mbano L. G. A. by the State Coordinator NYSC Imo State, Ref IMS/NYSC/S.074/Vol.III/252, 22/05/1996. (x) Workshop/Seminar: 1. Participant in one-day Maiden Workshop on the Theme: “Re-engineering the University System through Quality Assurance” by the Directorate of Quality Assurance and Certificate Verification. Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka 7th Nov., 2023. 2. Participant in one-day Workshop seminar on the Theme: “Quality Assurance: An index of Academic Exceptionalism” organized by the Faculty of Agriculture, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka 18th Oct., 2023. 3. Participant in one-day Anti-Corruption Workshop by the Anti-Corruption and Transparency Monitoring Unit (ACTU) UNIZIK Chapter. Theme: Developing Personal and Corporate Integrity in the Workplace, 27/5/2019. 4. Deepening Research competence for effective Scholarship. A PG Workshop on Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS), 9th to 12th October, 2018. 5. School of Postgraduate Studies “2016 Postgraduate Research Workshop: TRAIN THE TRAINERS” (SPSS Course) Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, 31st October to 24th November, 2016. 6. Workshop on Technical Report Writing by a joint Departments of Electrical Engineering and Electronic and Computer Engineering. Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka June 2014. 7. NNPC special Intervention on Science and Technology Education. Skill ‘G’ Technical and Vocational Training Equipment, Federal Polytechnic Nekede, Owerri, Imo State, February, 2008. (xi) Special Courses: 1. Digital Bridge Institute course on: Advanced Digital Appreciation Tertiary Institutions (ADAPTI), (MATLAB Course). Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State. May 08 – 12, 2017. 2. Faculty of Engineering organized Training on the use and application of Matlab in Engineering Analysis by Dr. O. I. Okoro, of UNN, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, 2006. 3. AfriHUB ICT Solutions for Africa. Computer appreciation and Internet Utility (CAI). AfriHUB, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, June, 2006. 4. Certificate on Method of Teaching Russian as a Foreign Language, 1992. Hobbies: Reading, Music and Outdoor games. Engr Prof. Josiah Chinagorom Onuegbu

Personal Information

Email:
Phone:
Address:
Electrical Engineering, Faculty Of Engineering, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.
Faculty/Unit:
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
Department/Sub-Unit:
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

Social Profiles

Academic Qualifications

Degrees / Basic Certificates
1Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka. (Doctor of Philosophy, April, 2012)
August, 2000 to April, 2012
Ph.D Power Systems And Electrical Machines
2Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka. (Doctor of Philosophy, April, 2012)
August, 2000 to April, 2012
Ph.D Power Systems And Electrical Machines
3Kyrgyz Technical University. (Master Degree, July, 1994)
September, 1989 to June, 1994
M.S.c Power Stations And Substationd
4Kyrgyz Technical University. (Master Degree, July, 1994)
September, 1989 to June, 1994
M.S.c Power Stations And Substationd
5Igbira Community Secondary School Ogaminana Okene. (SSCE, June, 1987)
September, 1979 to June, 1986
WASC O'Level School Certificate
6Community Secondary School Ogaminana Okene. (SSCE, October, 1986)
September, 1979 to April, 1986
WASC
7Mbarafor Primary School Ozara-Akukwa Umuchu. (FSLC, November, 1981)
September, 1973 to July, 1979
FSLC Primary School

Relevant/Working Experience

1Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka
January, 1999 to Present
2Teaching, Research and Community service, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka
January, 1999 to Present

Academic Leadership Qualities

Supervisions
1"Investigation of the Transient Performance of a non- linear Turbogenerator" (2016). Completed Masters project by Udeagbala Remigius Ndidika Reg. Number 2012236001F
2"Design and Analysis of a 650VA Remote Controlled Transformer Powerless Inverter System" (2017). Completed Masters project by Tisa Mutiat Shitty Reg. Number 2014236002F
3"Application of Eddy Current Breaking in Automobile Using Rotating Magnetic Field from Stationary Poly-Phase Windings" (2018). Completed Masters project by Alumona Louis Olisaeloka Reg. Number 2012236014P
4"Voltage Stability Improvement of Power Transmission System Using UPFC, A Case Study of 41-Bus Nigerian Power System Model led in NEPLAN" (2021). Completed Masters project by Ogheneovo Ibebe Obukowho Reg. Number 2013236022F
5"Enhancing Steady-State Performance of Dual Stator Winding Poly phase Induction Motor Using Reactive Power Compensation" (2021). Completed Masters project by Oruma Yahaya Miss Reg. Number 2014236003P
Editorships
1Editor, "Offer of Editorship in Journal of Electrical and Telecommunication Systems Research" (November, 2017)
2Editor, "Operational characteristics and parameter variations of a 3 horsepower induction motor (E-2016-008-014)" (October, 2016)

Relevant Events Attended

Workshops
1"Deepening Research Competence for Effective Scholarship", (SPGS), 12th September, 2018 to 12th September, 2018; AUDITORIUM
2"Advanced Course on Advanced Digital Appreciation for Tertiary Institutions (ADAPTI) MATLAN COURSE. NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY AWKA ANABRA STATE", (Digital Bridge Institute), 12th August, 2017 to 12th August, 2017; Digital Library
3"Train the Trainers (SPSS Course)", (School of Postgraduate Studies), 31st October, 2016 to 31st October, 2016; Digital Library
4"Anti corruption Workshop by the anti-Corruption and Transparency Monitoring Unit (ACTU) UNIZIK Chapter. Theme: Developing Personal and Corporate Integrity in the Workplace, 27/5/2019.", (Anti Corruption and Transparency Monitoring Unit), Auditorium