Prof. Nneka Regina Agbakoba
Prof. Nneka Regina Agbakoba is a PROFESSOR in MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY Department, Faculty Of Medical Laboratory Science in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Address: | Medical Microbiology, Faculty Of Medical Laboratory Science, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE |
Department/Sub-Unit: | MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY |
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Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Oyo State Nigeria. (Doctor of Philosophy, November, 2007) October, 2000 to July, 2007 PhD Medical Microbiology Medical Bacteriology |
| 2 | University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Enugu State, Nigeria. (Master Degree, December, 1996) October, 1992 to July, 1996 M. Sc. Medical Microbiology Medical Microbiology |
| 3 | University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Oyo State Nigeria. (Bachelor Degree, November, 1984) October, 1981 to July, 1984 B.Sc. Microbiology Microbiology |
Creative Output
| Book Chapters | |
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| 1 | Agbakoba NR. (2023, September) Essentials of Nutraceuticals and Probiotics. In: Babalola, O.O., Adegbenro, A.S and Ojuederie, O.B. (eds). Food Security and Safety Springer, Cham., Vol. 2, pp 363 - 387 |
| 2 | Kingsley C. Anukam, Nneka R. Agbakoba. (2022, March) The Need for Probiotics in Nigeria in: Microbiome and Emerging Applications. (Chapter 3) Taylor and Francis (First Edition), pp 56 -65 |
| 3 | Olawole O. Obembe, Nwadiuto (Diuto) Esiobu, O. S. Aworunse, Nneka R. Agbakoba. (2022, October) Microbial Biotechnology: Expanding the Frontiers of Microbiomes for Innovation in Agriculture and Medicine Microbiome and Emerging Applications (Chapter 2). Taylor and Francis (First Edition), pp 17 - 55 |
| Journal Articles | |
| 1 | Nnamdi Ohiri, Chukwuma, Chioma Obi, Nneka Agbakoba, Festus Okoye, Kenneth Ugwoke, Antjony Ufearih, Oluchukwu Chukwuma, Chika Okonkwo, Ikenna Anagboso, Nelson Oruche, Georgina Odaibo, Evangeline Obodaai, John Odoom, Godwin Nchinda, Charles Esimone. (2025, June), "Molecular Surveillance and Detection of SARS-CoV-2, Polio and non polio enteroviruses in waste water samples from Enugu and Ebonyi States", Journal of Current Biomedical Research, Vol. 5, (Issue 6), pp 2246-2260. |
| 2 | Kenneth Oshiokhayamhe Iyevhobu, Okparaku S.O., Nneka Regina Agbakoba, Rebecca Chukwuanukwu, Izunna Somadina Okwelogu. (2024, April), "Correlation Pattern of Selected Markers among Non-Naïve HIV Participants in Edo Central, Nigeria", International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences, Vol. 13, (Issue 4) |
| 3 | Okoye, J.O., M .E. Chiemeka , F.E. Menkiti, E.C. Iheakwoaba, N. Agbakoba , J. Orwa. (2024, February), "Socio-clinical and Immuno-inflammatory-related differences between early-onset and late-onset colorectal cancer", African Journal of Tropical Medicine and Biomedical Research, Vol. 7, (Issue 2), pp 58-70 |
| 4 | Lilian Ngozi Chukwuma, Nneka Regina Agbakoba, Ifeoma Bessie Enweani, Chidozie Vitus Udeogu, Eucharia Amuche Dilibe, Ifeoma Stella Ekelozie. (2024, February), "Microbial population of wound isolates and socio demographic characteristics in patients attending clinic in national orthopaedic Hospital, Enugu, Nigeria", World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, Vol. 21, (Issue 2), pp 1652–1659 |
| 5 | Ezeanya-Bakpa, C. C., Agbakoba, N. R., Udeogu, C. V., Uduchi, I. O., Oguejiofor, C. B., Ekelozie, I. S.. (2024, April), "Genital mycoplasmas and gynaecologic cancer: A systematic review.", African Journal of Clinical and Experimental Microbiology, Vol. 24, (Issue 4), pp 339 - 347 |
| 6 | John Dirisu, Nneka Agbakoba, Fidelis Eki-Udoko, Jacinta C Elo-Ilo, Oladipo Olukayode, Somadina Okwlogu. (2023, May), "Population genetics and diversity of human adenovirus in two tertiary hospitals in Southern Nigeria", Drug Discovery, Vol. 17, (Issue 39) |
| 7 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Michael Emeka Chiemeka, Felix Emeka Menkiti, Eric Chukwudi Iheakwoaba, Nneka Agbakoba. (2023, August), "Age-related dysmodulation of systemic immune-inflammatory indices is associated with aggressive colorectal cancer in West Africa.v", medRχiv |
| 8 | Chukwuka, C. P., Emele, F. E., Agbakoba, N. R., Ezeagwuna, D. A., and Oguejiofor, C. B.. (2023, February), "Phylogenetic variants of Mycoplasma hominis from pregnant women and women presenting with infertility in Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi, Nigeria", African Journal of Clinical and Experimental Microbiology, Vol. 24, (Issue 2), pp 184 - 194 |
| 9 | Afonne AJ, Agbakoba NR and Nwankwo CU. (2023, January), "Stress, stressors, stress responses and coping strategies among student nurses in Anambra State, South-East Nigeria", Advances in Health and Behavior, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 263-274 |
| 10 | Ifeanyi Onyema Oshim, Joy Imuetinyan Ehiaghe, Oluwayemisi Odeyemi, Evelyn Ukamaka Urama and Nneka Regina Agbakoba. (2023, February), "Correlation of gut-gammaproteobacteria with body mass index and glycated haemoglobin in type-2 diabetes mellitus individuals in Nigeria.", World Journal of Biology Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Vol. 13, (Issue 2), pp 063–071 |
| 11 | Essien, U.C., Samar S. Boswihi, S.S., Agbakoba, N.R, Udo, E. E. (2022, May), "Description of Methicillin-susceptible Staphylococcus aureus clonal complex 30 (CC30) related to the pandemic phage type 80/81 isolated from patients in three tertiary hospitals in Jos, North Central Nigeria.", Medical Principles and Practice, Vol. 31, (Issue 3), pp 269-275 |
| 12 | Ezeanya-Bakpa, C. C., Agbakoba, N.R., Enweani-Nwokelo, I B., Oguejiofor, C.B. (2022, January), "Phylogeny-based identification of Mycoplasma genitalium in a Nigerian population of apparently healthy sexually active female students", Pan African Medical Journal, Vol. 38 |
| 13 | Adike, C.N., Agbakoba, N.R., Enweani, I.B., Obeagu, E. I., Ekelozie, I. S. (2021, December), "Age-related Distribution of Mycoplasma pneumoniae in Respiratory Tract Infection in a Developing Country", Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International, Vol. 33, pp 248-255 |
| 14 | Somadina I. Okwelogu, Joseph Ikechebelu, Nneka R. Agbakoba, Kingsley C. Anukam. (2021, December), "Microbiome Compositions from Infertile Couples Seeking In Vitro Fertilization, Using 16S rRNA Gene Sequencing Methods: Any Correlation to Clinical Outcomes?", Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology, Vol. 11 |
| 15 | Unyime C. Essien, Samar S. Boswihi, Nneka R. Agbakoba and Edet E Udo. (2021, May), "Molecular typing of methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus obtained from clinical specimens in tertiary hospitals in Jos, Nigeria", World Journal of Advance Healthcare Research, Vol. 5, (Issue 4), pp 135 -146 |
| 16 | Unyime C. Essien, Samar S. Boswihi, Nneka R. Agbakoba, Edet E. Udo. (2021, June), "Prevalence and genotypic characteristics of Panton-Valentine Leukocidin-producing Staphylococcus aureus isolates obtained in Jos, North Central Nigeria.", World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, Vol. 11, (Issue 3), pp 263–275 |
| 17 | Onwuliri, VO., Agbakoba, NR, Anukam, KC. (2021, September), "Topical cream containing live lactobacilli decreases malodor-producing bacteria and down-regulates genes encoding PLP-dependent enzymes on the axillary skin microbiome of healthy adult Nigerians", Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, Vol. 20, (Issue 9), pp 2681-3056 |
| 18 | Ezugwu Nnenna V., Agbakoba, N.R.. (2021, September), "Evaluation of the Bacteriological Quality of Milk Sold in Nnewi, Nigeria.", Microbiology Research Journal International, Vol. 31, (Issue 9), pp 27-34 |
| 19 | Kingsley C Anukam, Victoria Nmewurum, Nneka R Agbakoba. (2020, March), "Axillary Microbiota Compositions from Men and Women in a Tertiary Institution-South East Nigeria: Effects of Deodorants/Antiperspirants on Bacterial Communities", Bio Rivx |
| 20 | Osuji AI, Agbakoba NR, Ifeanyichukwu MO, Abdullahi IN, Ezeanya-Bapka CC, Duru GC.. (2020, August), "Hepatitis B virus serological profile and associated risk factors in surface antigen negative blood donors in Nigeria.", Microbes and Infectious Diseases, Vol. 2, (Issue 3), pp 440 - 450 |
| 21 | Oshim, IO, Agbakoba, NR., Oguejiofor, OC., Anukam. KC. (2020, September), "Gut Microbiota Compositions and Modulation of Bacterial Metabolic Functional Genes in Type -2 Diabetes Mellitus Individuals at Nnewi, Anambra State, Nigeria.", Journal of Medical Laboratory Science, Vol. 30, (Issue 3), pp 136 - 150 |
| 22 | . Udeogu, CV., Agbakoba, NR., Chukwuma, GO. (2020, October), "Comparative distribution of bacterial contaminants of packaged and unpackaged polyherbal products sold in Nnewi, Nigeria.", African Journal of Clinical and Experimental Microbiology, Vol. 21, pp 354 – 359 |
| 23 | Anukam KC, Agbakoba NR, Ejike CE, Oguejiofor CB.. (2020, June), "Lactobacillus pentosus KCA1 decreases vaginal and gut microbiota associated with bacterial vaginosis", Nigerian Journal of Experimental Clinical Biosciences, Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 6 - 19 |
| 24 | Agbakoba NR., Imouokhome EI. and Ezeanya-Bakpa CC. (2020, March), "Multi-Drug Resistant Efflux Pumps among Clinical Isolates of Staphylococcus aureus.", Nigerian Journal of Microbiology, Vol. 34, (Issue 1), pp ): 4904 - 4910 |
| 25 | Ezeador CO., Ejikeugwu PC., Ushie SN, Agbakoba, NR. (2020, October), "). Isolation, Identification and Prevalence of Pseudomonas aeruginosa Isolates from Clinical and Environmental Sources in Onitsha Metropolis, Anambra State", Nigeria. African Journal of Clinical and Experimental Microbiology. 21: 354 – 359., Vol. 21, pp 354 – 359 |
| 26 | Ahaneku I Osuji, Nneka R Agbakoba, Martin O Ifeanyichukwu, Ejeatuluchukwu Obi and Jean Njab. (2019, November), "). Sociodemographic Characteristics, Hematological Parameters and Absolute CD4 Counts of Healthy Blood Donors at Two Teaching Hospitals in Nigeria", Journal of Blood Disorders & Transfusion. |
| 27 | Osuji AI, Agbakoba NR, Ifeanyichukwu MO, Enweani I, Musa BM, Tatfeng M. (2019, November), "Occult Hepatitis B Blood Donor Certified Fit for Donation at a Tertiary Hospital in Nigeria: A Case Report.", Journal of infectious Diseases and Diagnosis |
| 28 | . Ezeanya CC., Agbakoba NR, Enweani IB, Oguejiofor CB. (2019, April), "Predominance of cervicitis agents with minimal testing rate within the student population in Benin city, Nigeria", Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Vol. 36, (Issue 6), pp 840 - 844 |
| 29 | Osuji A, Agbakoba NR., Ifeanyichukwu MO. (2018, April), "Transfusion Transmissible Viral Infections Risk at Two Teaching Hospitals Blood Banks in Nigeria", American Journal of Infectious Diseases and Microbiology, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 16 - 25 |
| 30 | Chukwuanukwu, RC, Onyenekwe, CC, Martinez‐Pomares, L,Flynn, R Singh, S., Amilo, GI., Agbakoba, NR and Okoye, JO. (2017, February), "Modulation of the immune response to Mycobacterium tuberculosis during Malaria/M. tuberculosis co‐infection", Clinical and Experimental Immunology, Vol. 187, (Issue 2), pp 259–268 |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Supervisions | |
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| 1 | "Molecular Epidemiology of Rotavirus and Adenovirus Diarrhoea among Children Under Five Years of Age in Two Tertiary Hospitals in Southern Nigeria" (2023). Completed Doctorate project by John Osilume Dirisu (2016617021F) |
| 2 | "Clonal Analysis and Pathogenicity Potentials of genital mycoplasma recovered from couples and neonates in Eastern Nigeria." (2023). Completed Doctorate project by Chukwuka Chiamaka P. (20115070001P) |
| 3 | "Isolation, Identification and drug susceptibility profile of Dermatophytes and yeast from school children in Anambra East Local Govt. and Iyi-enu Mission Hospital, Ogidi, Anambra State, Nigeria" (2023). Completed Doctorate project by Samuel N. Nwankpa (2014817001) |
| 4 | "Occult Hepatitis B Virus Infection among Blood Donors and Transfusion Transmissible Viral Infections Risk at Two Teaching Hospitals in Nigeria" (2019). Completed Doctorate project by Ahaneku Iherue Osuji (2014617013F) |
| 5 | "Detection and Molecular Characterization of Mycoplasma genitalium from Female Students in A Tertiary Institution in Benin City, Nigeria." (2019). Completed Doctorate project by Chinyere Charity Ezeanya (2015617001F) |
| 6 | "Perceived Stress, Stressors, Stress Response and Coping Strategies among Student Nurses Undergoing Training in Anambra State, Nigeria" (2023). Completed Masters project by Anulika Afonne Johnson (2015636028F) |
| 7 | "Isolation and Identification of pathogens from Fresh and Commercial Dairy Products" (2019). Completed Masters project by Nnenna Victoria Nwafor (2015616044F) |
| 8 | "Prevalence and Molecular Characterization of Extended Spectrum Beta-Lactamase Producing Uropathogenic Escherichia coli in NAUTH, Nnewi ." (2022). Completed Masters project by Ifeoma Gladys Nwafulaku (2014616300P) |
| 9 | "Isolation and Determination of Antimicrobial Properties of Actinomycetes and Fungi from Soil Samples in Nnewi, Nigeria." (2019). Completed Masters project by Dorothy N. Ogude (2011506002F) |
| 10 | "Evaluation of Chomogenic and Conventional Phenotypic Methods in the Identification of Staphylococcus aureus isolated from clinical and Environmental Sources in Anambra State." (2019). Completed Masters project by Ukamaka Ruphina Ezemouka (2013616023F) |
| 11 | "Comparative Evaluation of some selected Bacteria Pathogens in Packaged and Unpackaged Herbal Products sold in Nnewi and subchronic Effects in Animal Models" (2019). Completed Masters project by Victus Chidozie Udeogu (201461623F) |
| 12 | "Molecular Characterization of Rotavirus and Adenovirus Diarrhoea Among Under fives in two Tertiary Hospitals in Southern Nigeria." (2023). Completed Doctorate project by John Osilume Dirisu (2016617021F) |
| Grants | |
| 1 | Awardee: "Approval as contributing author for Basic Textbook to be entitled “Introductory Microbiology”" (October, 2020 to November, 2023). Completed sponsored grant by Tertiary Education Trust Fund (Tetfund) |
| 2 | Collaborator: "Microbiome Metagenomics using 16S rRNA sequencing techniques to study influence of probiotics on reproductive health care and urinary tracts." (June, 2019 to September, 2021). Completed sponsored grant by uBiome Inc. California, USA |
| 3 | Collaborator: "2021 National Research Fund (NRF) Internention" (February, 2023). Ongoing sponsored grant by Tertiary Education Trust Fund (Tetfund) |
| 4 | Collaborator: "2021 National Research Fund (NRF) Internention" (February, 2023). Ongoing sponsored grant by Tertiary Education Trust Fund (Tetfund) |
| Examinerships | |
| 1 | Chief Examiner, "PhD Defense at the University of Jos, Nigeria" (May, 2023 to July, 2023). Completed External Exam |
| 2 | Chief Examiner, "PhD Defense at the University of Jos, Nigeria" (March, 2022 to May, 2022). Completed External Exam |
| 3 | Examiner, "Faculty PG Defense" (March, 2021 to March, 2021). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 4 | Chief Examiner, "M.Sc. Defense at University of Benin, Benin city, Edo State" (January, 2021 to February, 2021). Completed External Exam |
| 5 | Chief Examiner, "M.Sc. Defense at University of Benin, Benin city, Edo State, Nigeria." (August, 2021 to September, 2021). Completed External Exam |
| 6 | Chief Examiner, "PhD. Defense at University of Benin, Benin city, Edo State, Nigeria." (December, 2021 to February, 2022). Completed External Exam |
| 7 | Chief Examiner, "M.Sc. Defense at University of Benin, Benin city, Edo State" (March, 2021 to April, 2021). Completed External Exam |
| 8 | Chief Examiner, "B.MLS Project Defense, Enugu State University of Science And Tech, Enugu." (November, 2021 to November, 2021). Completed External Exam |
| 9 | Chief Examiner, "PhD Defense at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Nigeria." (May, 2021). Completed External Exam |
| 10 | Chief Examiner, "M.Sc. Defense at Ebomyi State University, Abakaliki" (July, 2018 to August, 2018). Completed External Exam |
| 11 | Chief Examiner, "M.Sc. Defense at University of Benin, Benin city, Edo State" (August, 2018 to October, 2018). Completed External Exam |
| 12 | Chief Examiner, "M.Sc. Defense at University of Benin, Benin city, Edo State" (October, 2018 to October, 2018). Completed External Exam |
| 13 | Chief Examiner, "M.Sc. Defense at Rivers State University of Science and Technology, Port Harcourt" (August, 2015 to September, 2015). Completed External Exam |
| 14 | Chief Examiner, "M.Sc. Defense at Ambrose Alli University Ekpoma, Edo State" (June, 2014 to July, 2014). Completed External Exam |
| 15 | Chief Examiner, "M.Sc. Defense at Ambrose Alli University Ekpoma, Edo State" (May, 2014 to June, 2014). Completed External Exam |
| 16 | Chief Examiner, "ExternaL Exam at the University of Ibadan (PhD)" (February, 2013 to March, 2013). Completed External Exam |
| 17 | Chief Examiner, "M.Sc. Defense at Rivers State University of Science and Technology, Port Harcourt" (September, 2013 to September, 2013). Completed External Exam |
| 18 | Chief Examiner, "M.Sc. Defense at University of Benin, Benin city, Edo State" (January, 2013 to February, 2013). Completed External Exam |
| 19 | Chief Examiner, "M.Sc. Defense at Kogi State University, Anyigba, Kogi State." (January, 2013 to March, 2013). Completed External Exam |
| 20 | Chief Examiner, "External Examiner at University of Forte Hare, South Africa" (January, 2012 to February, 2012). Completed External Exam |
| 21 | Examiner, "Faculty PG Proposal Defense" (August, 2024). Ongoing Internal-External Exam |
| Accreditation Panel Memberships | |
| 1 | Team Leader, "Prof. Nneka R. Agbakoba / Accreditation to Coal City University, Enugu, Enugu State." (September, 2022) |
| 2 | Team Member 2, "Prof. Nneka R. Agbakoba / Accreditation Panel to Evangel University, Akaeze, Ebonyi State." (December, 2021) |
| 3 | Team Leader / 1, "Prof. nneka R. Agbakoba / NUC Resource Verification Visit to Ajayi Crowther Univeristy, Oyo State." (December, 2020) |
| 4 | Resource Person 2, "Prof. nneka R. Agbakoba / NUC Resource Verification Visit to Baze Univeristy, Abuja, FCT." (November, 2019) |
| 5 | Panel Member 2, "Prof. Nneka R. Agbakoba / Babcock University, Ilishan Remo, Ogun State" (December, 2017) |
| 6 | Panel Member 4, "Prof. Nneka R. Agbakoba / Imo State University, Owerri, Imo State." (October, 2012) |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Keynote speaker, "Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Lagos.2025 Scientific conference" (September, 2025 to September, 2025) |
| 2 | Lead Discussant, PG Research Workshop, "College of Postgraduate Studies, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (August, 2024 to August, 2024) |
| 3 | Registrar (Nigeria Chapter), "West African Postgraduate College of Medical Laboratory Science" (January, 2023) |
| 4 | Coordinator, "Molecular research Laboratory, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka Nigeria" (May, 2023) |
| 5 | Convener, Committee on Staff School, "Academic Staff Union of Nigeria (ASUU) Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (November, 2023 to July, 2025) |
| 6 | Research Professor, "Molecular Research Laboratory, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus." (October, 2022) |
| 7 | Deputy Provost, "College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus, Nnewi." (January, 2021 to January, 2023) |
| 8 | Acting Provost, "College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus, Nnewi." (June, 2020 to January, 2021) |
| 9 | Deputy Provost, "College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus, Nnewi." (October, 2018 to January, 2021) |
| 10 | Dean of Faculty, "Faculty of Health Sciences and Technology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus, Nnewi." (October, 2012 to November, 2014) |