Dr. Uloaku Angela Nwankwere
Dr. Uloaku Angela Nwankwere is a READER in LINGUISTICS Department, Faculty Of Arts in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
I am Dr Angela Uloaku Ngozi Nwankwere, an applied linguist and a Senior Lecturer of the Department of Linguistics, Faculty of Arts, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria.
As an applied linguist, I am an well known expert, a consultant in Igbo/English/Igbo translation/terminology; employing various approaches in Igbo as first, second and foreign language (L1, L2, FL) teaching, learning, as well as L2/FL English.
Among other things, I am also very much open to collaboration in teaching and learning modern approaches and applications of/to all aspects of pedagogical endeavours.
Personal Information
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Address: | Linguistics, Faculty Of Arts, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF ARTS |
Department/Sub-Unit: | LINGUISTICS |
Social Profiles
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | University of Nigeria, Nsukka. (Doctor of Philosophy, May, 2019) April, 2008 to March, 2019 Ph.D. Applied Linguistics |
| 2 | University Of Nigeria, Nsukka. (Doctor of Philosophy, May, 2019) January, 2008 to March, 2019 PhD Linguistics Linguistics (Applied Linguistics) |
| 3 | Abia State University, Okigwe, Abia State. (Master Degree, December, 1998) December, 1994 to December, 1997 MA Translation (English/Igbo) Applied Linguistics (Translation: English/Igbo) |
| 4 | Abia State University, Uturu. (Master Degree, July, 1998) January, 1993 to July, 1998 MA Translation (English/Igbo) Translation |
| 5 | University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State. (Post-Graduate Degree, October, 1992) July, 1988 to September, 1989 Post Graduate Diploma In Education Education English/Literature |
| 6 | University Of Nigeria, Nsukka. (Bachelor Degree, December, 1983) September, 1979 to June, 1983 BA Linguistics/Igbo Linguistics/Igbo |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Lecturer on Adjunct appointment, National Institute for Nigerian Languages, Aba March, 2025 to Present |
| 2 | Lecturer on Adjunct appointment, National Institute for Nigerian Languages, Aba March, 2025 to Present |
| 3 | Acculturation Committee Coordinator/Member, National Institute for Nigerian Languages, Aba March, 2025 to Present |
| 4 | Special Editor, National Institute for Nigerian Languages, Aba July, 2024 to July, 2024 |
| 5 | Special Editor, Seat of Wisdom Major Seminary, Owerri, Imo State April, 2024 to Present |
| 6 | Lecturer on Sabbatical Leave, National Institute for Nigerian Languages, Aba February, 2024 to February, 2005 |
| 7 | Lecturer on Sabbatical Leave, National Institute for Nigerian Languages, Aba February, 2024 to February, 2025 |
| 8 | Member, Curriculum Committees, National Institute for Nigerian Languages, Aba February, 2024 to Present |
| 9 | Reader, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, October, 2022 to October, 2025 |
| 10 | Senior Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. October, 2019 to Present |
| 11 | Lecturer I, Nnamdi Azikiwe University University, Awka October, 2009 to October, 2019 |
| 12 | Lecturer II, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. Anambra State September, 2006 to October, 2009 |
| 13 | Assistant Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University University, Awka September, 2005 to September, 2006 |
| 14 | Part-timer, Nwafor Orizu College Of Education, Owerri Center January, 2004 to September, 2005 |
| 15 | Part-timer, Alvan Ikoku College Of Education, Owerri January, 2002 to December, 2005 |
| 16 | Principal Special Class, Secondary Education Management Board, Owerri, Imo State October, 1983 to December, 2005 |
| 17 | Youth Corper, Alvan Ikoku College Of Education, Owerri August, 1983 to August, 1984 |
Creative Output
| Books | |
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| 1 | Nwajagu, C. N. N. (Nwankwere, A. U. N. (Ed.)). (2022, January) Igbo amaka II: Okwu Igbo ndị dị omimi na nghọta ha maka ịkụziri ụmụ ntorobịa ihe , Vol. 2 |
| 2 | Nwankwere, Angela Uloaku Ngozi. (2021, November) Amazon eBooks: Amazing manual of easy learning and earning Independently Published, pp 39 |
| Book Chapters | |
| 1 | ANGELA ULOAKU NGOZI NWANKWERE. (2025, December) Akụkọ ufe ise ke nde Igbo 5. Na Nwankwere, A. U. N., Nweya, G. O. na Emejulu, O. A. (Ndị Odekọ): Achịbishọpụ A. J. V. C. Obinna, Odejimjim: Mgbasa Oziọma Krisiti dịka Mwulite Asụsụ na Omenala na Ọdịbendị ndị Igbo: Edemugwu Odideọṅụ maka Achịbishọpụ Obinna |
| 2 | Angela Uloaku Ngozi Nwankwere. (2024, July) The role of tone in the notion of Negation in Igbo , pp 224-266 |
| 3 | Nwankwere, A. U. N.. (2021, December) Preferred Ways Of Learning Nigerian Languages As General Courses At Tertiary Level For Language Development And Conflict Resolution. In Adeniyi, H., Obiamalu, G. & Olagunju (Eds.), Interdisciplinary Approaches To The Study Of African Languages The Linguistic Association of Nigeria., pp 439-447 |
| 4 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2019, January) Need For Indigenous Languages As General Courses In Nigeria’s Educational System. In B.M. Mbah, C.U. Agbedo, C.O. Okeke, G.T. Okeke & C.C. Ezebube (Eds.): Semantics And The Study Of Languages, Linguistics, Literature And Culture. Ùgò Gbuzuo: A Fes , pp 432-444 |
| 5 | Nwankwere, A.U.N., Mmadike, B.I. & Eme, C.A.. (2018, December) Language Of Abuse In Igbo: The Role Of Tone. In N. Nwokoye, O. Onuoha & L. Chinagorom (Eds.): Trail-Blazing Discourses On Linguistics And Igbo: A Festschrift For Prof. Gabriella Ihuarụugo Nwaozuzu. Durability Prints, pp 49-58. |
| 6 | Nwankwere, A.U.N. & Asadu, F. C.. (2015, July) A Comparative Study Of Negation In Igbo And French. In L.C. Nkamigbo & F.O. Asadu (Eds.): Current Issues In Language And Gender: A Festschrift In Honour Of Prof. Cecilia Amaoge. Eme. Brystevand Publishers, pp 34-45 |
| 7 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2013, September) A Phonological Analysis Of The Glottal Stop / ʔ / In Òwèré Dialect Of Igbo. In C. Uzoho, S. Ezeodili & J. Okoye (Eds.) The Dignity Of A French Teacher: Celebrating Prof. Julie Agbasiere. FAB Educational Books., pp 103-113 |
| 8 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2012, September) Possible Influences Of Affective Expressions On Government Officials In Nigeria. In A.B.C. Chiegboka, T.C. Utoh-Ezeajugh, E.U. Ibekwe, C.C. Nwosu, N.C. Oguno & K.L. Nwadialor (Eds.): The Humanities & Good Governance. Rex Charles & Patrick Ltd., pp 544-559 |
| 9 | Nwankwere, A.U.N. & Eme, C.A.. (2011, July) Architecture, sculptural arts & paintings in the creative cultural life of the Igbo: The case of Mbari L’Harmattan, pp 14 |
| 10 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2010, July) Globalization: Igbo Traders And Language Use On Customers. In A.B.C. Chiegboka, T.C. Utoh-Ezeajugh & G.I. Udechukwu (Eds.) The Humanities And Globalization In The 3rd Millenium. Rex Charles & Patrick Ltd., pp 579-589 |
| 11 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2009, September) A Speech Act Analysis Of Ex-President Obasanjo’s Speeches On War Against Corruption In Nigeria. A.B.C. Chiegboka, C.E. Nwadigwe & E.C. Umezinwa (Eds.) The Humanities & Nigerian Democracy. , pp 330-343 |
| 12 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2009, September) A Lexico-semantic Analysis Of Ezenwa Ohaeto’s “The Gods Are Hasty”. J. Eyisi, I. Odimegwu, & N. Ezenwa-Ohaeto (Eds.) African Literature And Development In The Twenty-First Century. Living Flames Resources, pp 241-252. |
| 13 | Nwankwere, A.Ụ.N.. (2009, July) He Smiles On In Heaven. Eyisi, J., Odimegwu, I. & Ezenwa-Ohaeto, N. (Eds.) African Literature & Development In The 21st Century. Owere: Living Flames Resources , pp 469-470 |
| 14 | Nwankwere, A.Ụ.N.. (2009, July) Mr. Snatcher. Eyisi, J., Odimegwu, I. & Ezenwa-Ohaeto, N. (Eds.) African Literature & Development In The 21st Century. Owere: Living Flames Resources, pp 470 |
| 15 | Nwankwere, A.Ụ.N.. (2009, July) The Wicked, Blind Murderer. Eyisi, J., Odimegwu, I. & Ezenwa- Ohaeto, N. (Eds.) African Literature & Development In 21st Century. Owerri: Living Flames Resources., pp 471 |
| 16 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2007, November) Igbo Proverbs: Implication For Democracy. I. Odimegwu (Ed.) Nigerian Democracy And Global Democracy Department of Philosopy., pp 249-357 |
| Journal Articles | |
| 1 | Angela Uloaku Ngozi Nwankwere. (2025, May), "Children’s Games For Modern Teaching of the Igbo Language", Vol. 11 No. 2 (2025): INTERDISCIPLINARY JOURNAL OF AFRICAN & ASIAN STUDIES (IJAAS), Vol. 11, (Issue 2), pp 75-83 |
| 2 | Nwankwere, A. U. N.. (2022, December), "Identified Pattern Of Needs In Learning Basic Igbo Language Skills: An Empirical Report. Issues In Minority Languages And Language Development Studies In Nigeria: A Festschrift In Honour Of Prof. Andrew Haruna.", Unknown Journal or Publisher |
| 3 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2022, December), "Identified Pattern of Needs in Learning Basic Igbo Language Skills: An Empirical Report", Journal of The Linguistic Association of Nigeria (JOLAN), Vol. 25, pp 144-163 |
| 4 | Nwankwere, A. U. N.. (2021, December), "A needs-based analysis of undergraduate basic Igbo in Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria", Uturu Journal of Languages and Linguistics (UJOLL), Vol. 1, pp 117-132 |
| 5 | Nwankwere, Angela Uloaku Ngozi. (2020, December), "The Need to Teach and Learn Indigenous Languages as General Courses in Nigerian Tertiary Institutions for National Cohesion", Journal of The Linguistic Association of Nigeria (JOLAN), Vol. 23, (Issue 1), pp 121-138 |
| 6 | Nwankwere, Angela Uloaku Ngozi & Mmadike, B.I.. (2020, October), "Stylistic analyses of Igbo proverbs and riddles", Prof. Ezenwa-Ohaeto Resource Centre Journal of Arts and Humanities., Vol. 5, (Issue 2), pp 1-24 |
| 7 | Nwankwere, Angela Uloaku Ngozi & Eme, C. A.. (2020, June), "A stylistic study of Igbo folktales in musical rendition", Journal of Linguistics, Language and Culture, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 1-34 |
| 8 | Nwankwere, A.U.N., Mmadike, B.I. & Eme, C.A.. (2017, September), "Safeguarding the Igbo language through teaching Igbo children in diaspora: Language maintenance perspective", http://www.skase.sk/Ogirishi – A New Journal of African StudiesVolumes/JTL31/pdf_doc/01.pdf.ISSN1336-782x. Accessed on 12th Nov., 2016., Vol. 13, pp 166-186 |
| 9 | Mmadike, B.I., Nwankwere, A.U.N. & Eme, C.A.. (2017, September), "Eclecticism in the Igbo language classroom", International Journal of Language, Literature and Gender Studies (LALIGENS), Vol. 6, (Issue 2), pp 86-103 |
| 10 | Mmadike, B.I., Nwankwere, A.U.N., Eme, C.A.. (2017, January), "Eclecticism In The Igbo Language Classroom", AFRREV’s International Journal of Language, Literature and Gender Studies (LALIGENS), pp 86-103 |
| 11 | Nwankwere, A.U.N., Eme, C.A. & Obiamalu, G.O.C.. (2016, June), "Geminate consonants in Òwèré dialect of Igbo", SKASE Journal of Theoretical Linguistics, Vol. 13, (Issue 1) |
| 12 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.; Opara, K.A.. (2016, July), "Task-based teaching and learning of Igbo as second language: A musical approach", African Journals OnLine (AJOL), Vol. 6, (Issue 1) |
| 13 | Nwankwere, A.U.N., Mmadike, B.I. & Opara, K.A. (2016, June), "The second language status of the Igbo language and vocabulary development", Ideal International Journal of Igbo Scholars’ Forum, Nigeria, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 139-154 |
| 14 | Nwankwere, A. U. N., Nnyigide, N. M. & Okoye, A. N.. (2016, September), "A diagnostic test of the written Igbo of L2 learners of Nnamdị Azikiwe University, Awka", International Journal of Contemporary Education. Cambridge Research and Publications, Vol. 6, (Issue 6), pp 90-100 |
| 15 | Nwankwere, A.U.N., Eme, C.A., Obiamalu, G.O.C.. (2016, June), "Geminate Consonants in Òwèré Dialect Of Igbo.", SKASE Journal of Theoretical Linguistics., Vol. 13, (Issue 1) |
| 16 | Nwankwere, A.U.N., Mmadike, B.I., Opara, K. A.. (2016, June), "The Second Language Status Of The Igbo Language And Vocabulary Development.", Ideal Journal of Igbo Scholars’ Forum, Nigeria. |
| 17 | Nwankwere, A. U. N., Ọpara, K. A.. (2016, July), "Task-based Teaching And Learning Of Igbo As Second Language: A Musical Approach.", African Journals OnLine (AJOL) |
| 18 | Mmadike, B. I., Nwankwere, A. U. N., Eme, C. A.. (2016, June), "Task-based Language Teaching In An Elementary Igbo Classroom.", Unknown Journal or Publisher |
| 19 | Nwankwere, A. U. N., Nnyigide, N. M., Okoye, A. N.. (2016, September), "A Diagnostic Test Of The Written Igbo Of L2 Learners Of Nnamdị Azikiwe University, Awka.", International Journal of Contemporary Education, Cambridge, Research and Publications, Vol. 6, (Issue 6), pp 90-100 |
| 20 | Mmadike, B. I., Nwankwere, A. U. N. & Eme, C. A. .. (2016, June), "Task-based language teaching in an elementary Igbo classroom", Igbo Scholars International Journal, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 49-68 |
| 21 | Okorji, R.I., Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2014, October), "A Preliminary Study Of Tone In Igbo Questions: Òwèré Satelite Dialect In View.", Nsukka Journal of the Humanities, (Issue 22), pp 61-74 |
| 22 | Nwankwere, A.U.N., Nwaozuzu, G.I., Iloene, M.I.. (2014, July), "Morphology Of Clitics In Òwèré Satelite Dialect Of Ìgbò.", Nsukka Working Papers in Language, Linguistics, and Literature (NWPLLL), Vol. 2, pp 84-95 |
| 23 | Eme, C.A. & Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2013, July), "Phonetic lengthening of sounds in Igbo", Kpakpando: An International Journal of Igbo Studies, Vol. 1, pp 1-8 |
| 24 | Nwankwere, A.U.N., Nwaozuzu, G.I., Okorji, R.I.. (2013, August), "The Voiceless Alveolar Implosive /ɗ̣ / In Òwèré Dialect Of Ìgbò: An Acoustic Description.", Nsukka Working Papers in Language, Linguistics, and Literature (NWPLLL)., Vol. 1, pp 284-298 |
| 25 | Eme, C.A., Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2013, January), "Phonetic Lengthening Of Sounds In Igbo.", Kpakpando: An International Journal of Igbo Studies, Maiden Edition, pp 1-8 |
| 26 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.; Nwaozuzu, G.I. & Okorji, R.I.. (2013, April), "The voiceless alveolar implosive /ɗ̣ / in Òwèré dialect of Ìgbò: An acoustic description", Nsukka Working Papers in Language, Linguistics, and Literature (NWPLLL), Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 284-298 |
| 27 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2011, November), "Documenting indigenous weeds for sustainable development", Nigerian Languages’ Studies (NILAS), Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 99-107 |
| 28 | Okorji, R.I. & Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2009, May), "Proper Headedness In Owere Dialect Of Igbo: A Constraint-based Analysis.", Unizik Journal of Arts & Humanities (UJAH)., Vol. 10, (Issue 1), pp 109-123 |
| 29 | Chinagorom, L.C. & Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2008, March), "Indigenous linguists and mother-tongue controversy", Journal of Nigerian Languages and Culture (JONLAC), Vol. 10, (Issue 1), pp 229-237 |
| 30 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2008, September), "The communicative powers of Igbo divination poetry vis-à-vis its function as repository of culture", Journal of Nigerian Languages & Culture (JONLAC), Vol. 10, (Issue 2), pp 37---48 |
| 31 | Chinagorom, L.C., Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2008, March), "Indigenous Linguists And Mother-tongue Controversy.", Journal of Nigerian Languages and Culture (JONLAC)., Vol. 10, (Issue 1), pp 229-237 |
| 32 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2008, November), "The Communicative Powers Of Igbo Divination Poetry Vis-à-vis Its Function As Repository Of Culture.", Journal of Nigerian Languages & Culture (JONLAC)., Vol. 10, (Issue 2), pp 37-48 |
| 33 | Eme, C.A., Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2008, September), "Skinner’s (language) Learning Theory: A Critique.", Nkụzi na Ọmụmụ Asusu (NKỌA) Journal., Vol. 1, pp 10-19 |
| 34 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2007, August), "The Language Of Igbo Divination Poetry: A Case Study Of Dibịa Njọkụ Nwọgụ.", Awka Journal of Languages and Linguistics (AJILL)., Vol. 3, pp 1-32 |
| 35 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2007, September), "Phonemicity And Nasalization In Owere: Towards Enriching The Igbo Orthography.", Journal of Nigerian Languages and Culture (JONLAC)., Vol. 9, pp 121-140 |
| 36 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2006, September), "Gịnị bụ ntụgharị?", Igbo Ga-Adị Journal, Vol. 2, pp 42-45 |
| 37 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2006, August), "Gịnị Bụ Ntụgharị?", Igbo Ga-Adị Journal., Vol. 2, pp 42-45, Print |
| Thesis | |
| 1 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (1997, December), "ECOWAS Protocol Relating to Free Movement of Persons, Residence and Establishment: Translation into Igbo with glossary". |
| Dissertations | |
| 1 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2019, March), "Needs analysis of undergraduate basic Igbo in Nigerian tertiary institutions: Using Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria as example". A Ph.D Thesis, Department of Linguistics, Igbo & Other Nigerian Languages, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Enugu State |
| Projects | |
| 1 | B. C. Nnabuihe, A. U. N. Nwankwere. (2025, March), "Celebrating 32 years of indigenous languages’ studies @ NINLAN, Aba (1993-2025)". , pp 6 |
| 2 | ANGELA ULOAKU NGOZI NWANKWERE. (2024, January), "Ụfọdụ Egwuregwu ụmụaka ndị Igbo: Children’s Igbo games. A fieldwork videoed on 21st January, 2024 at Ụmụikiri Ihita Ọgada, Owerri North L. G. A., Imo State, Nigeria". |
| 3 | ANGELA ULOAKU NGOZI NWANKWERE. (2024, January), "VTS_01_2.VOB". |
| 4 | ANGELA ULOAKU NGOZI NWANKWERE. (2024, January), "VTS_01_3.VOB". |
| 5 | ANGELA ULOAKU NGOZI NWANKWERE. (2024, November), "Needs Analysis of (Using) Folktales as Supplementary Materials for 9-Year Basic Education in Igbo Language Curriculum in Nigeria". |
| 6 | Charles Okechukwu Nwankwere, Angela Uloaku Ngozi Nwankwere. (2024, May), "Cultural playground songs for kids in the diaspora to keep in touch with their language, culture and root". |
| 7 | Charles Okechukwu Nwankwere, Angela Uloaku Ngozi Nwankwere. (2024, January), "Egwu ọnwa: Storytelling the Igbo way". |
| 8 | ANGELA ULOAKU NGOZI NWANKWERE. (2023, December), "Ụfọdụ egwuregwu ụmụaka na akụkọ ufe ndị Igbo: folklore.mp3". |
| 9 | Chukwumerije, Chinoso & Opara, U. A. N.. (1983, June), "Adverb and adverbial constructions: A comparative analysis". , pp 53 |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | ANGELA ULOAKU NGOZI NWANKWERE. (2025, December), "Children’s games as tool for eclectic teaching of the Igbo language", |
| 2 | ANGELA ULOAKU NGOZI NWANKWERE. (2025, May), "Children’s games for modern teaching of the Igbo language 'Egwuregwu ụmụaka maka nkụzi asụsụ Igbo n’agba ọhụrụ’", |
| 3 | ANGELA ULOAKU NGOZI NWANKWERE. (2024, May), "Children games as tool for the eclectic teaching of the Igbo language:Nkụzi egwuregwu ụmụaka Igbo n’usoro ụbara akanka", , Vol. 15 |
| 4 | Angela Uloaku Ngozi Nwankwere. (2024, May), "EGWUREGWU MAKA DKA NGWA NK ZI AS S BARA AKANKA NKZI: CHILDREN GAMES AS TOOL FOR ECLECTIC TEACHING OF THE IGBO LANGUAGE", |
| 5 | Ikeomu, E. & Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2022, October), "Teaching speaking skills in Nigerian primary schools: The case of Blossom Fount Model School, Awka, Nigeria", |
| 6 | Korie, I. J. & Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2022, March), "Examining the Needs of Learners of Chinese as a Foreign Language at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria", |
| 7 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2021, ), "Affective Expressions: Insight From Their Use In “Higher Places”.", The 2012 Annual Faculty of Arts Conference, UNIZIK. |
| 8 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2021, August), "Needs-based syllabus designs and languages for general and specific studies as strongholds of Africa’s development", |
| 9 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2021, February), "A Quadrilingual Glossary Of The Igbo Names Of Indigenous Vegetables And Seasonings. A Paper For CLAN-UNIBEN 2020, University Of Benin, Edo State, Nigeria", |
| 10 | Nwankwere, A. U. N.. (2021, October), "Preferred Ways Of Learning Nigerian Languages As General Courses At Tertiary Level For Language Development And Conflict Resolution. A Paper For CLAN-UNIBEN 2020 Held At University Of Benin, Edo State, Nigeria.", |
| 11 | Nwankwere, A.U.N., Eme, C.A.. (2017, ), "Language Of Abuse In Igbo: The Role Of Tone.", A paper presented at the 30th Annual Conference of the Linguistics Association of Nigeria, CLAN 2017, held at Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, |
| 12 | Nwankwere, A.U.N., Opara, A.C.. (2017, December), "Language As A Veritable Tool For The Conveyance Of The Objectives Of Governance.", A paper presented at the 30th Annual Conference of the Linguistics Association of Nigeria, CLAN 2017. |
| 13 | Nwankwere, A.U.N., Mmadike, B.I.. (2016, ), "The Second Language Status Of The Igbo Language And Vocabulary Provision.", A paper presented at the Faculty of Arts Annual International Conference |
| 14 | Nwankwere, A.U.N., Ọpara, K.A.. (2016, ), "Task-based Teaching And Learning Of Igbo As Second Language: A Musical Approach.", A paper presented at the School of General Studies Conference, 26-28th May. |
| 15 | Nwankwere, A.U.N., Mmadike, B.I., Eme, C.A.. (2016, ), "Safeguarding The Igbo Language Through Teaching Igbo Children In Diaspora: Language Maintenance Perspective.", Presented at the 29th LAN Conference |
| 16 | Nwankwere, A. U.N., Eme, C.A.. (2015, ), "Task-based Language Teaching (TBLT) In An Elementary Igbo Language Classroom.", A paper presented at the 28th LAN Conference. |
| 17 | Nwankwere, A.U.N., Eme, C. A.. (2013, August), "Gemination In Òwèré Dialect Of Igbo. Joint Conference Of The West African Linguistics Society (WALS) & Linguistic Association Of Nigeria (CLAN).", |
| 18 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2011, ), "Documenting Indigenous Weeds For Sustainable Development In Nigeria.", The Annual Faculty of Arts Conference |
| 19 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2010, ), "Communicative Translation: A Veritable Tool For Teaching Igbo As L2.", International Conference on the extinction of the Igbo Language, A.I.F.C.E. |
| 20 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2010, ), "Language Teaching And Crisis Management: The Igbo Language Classroom.", The Maiden National Conference on Linguistics and Literature in Nigeria, University of Nigeria. |
| 21 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2010, August), "Ntụgharị: Ọkpọka Ngwa Nkụzi Igbo L2.", |
| 22 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2010, ), "Indigenous Literature: A Tool For Teaching Igbo As L2.", A paper for the 23rd Conference of the Linguistic Association of Nigeria (CLAN). |
| 23 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2009, ), "Poor Teaching Methods: The Bane Of Igbo Language Development.", A paper presented at the International Conference on Igbo Civilization in Commemoration of Chinua Achebe’s Things Fall Apart. |
| 24 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2008, ), "Tone In Igbo Question Formation: Owere Dialect In View.", 22nd Conference of the Linguistic Association of Nigeria (CLAN). |
| 25 | Nwankwere, A.U.N., Nwankwegu, J.A.. (2008, ), "Pronouns In Igbo: A Case Study Of Standard And Owere Dialects Of Igbo.", The 4th Annual Conference and Congress of the Igbo Studies Association (ISA) |
| 26 | Nwankwegu, J.A., Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2008, ), "Pronouns In Igbo: A Case Study Of Standard And Izii Dialects Of Igbo.", The 4th Annual Conference and Congress of the Igbo Studies Association (ISA). |
| 27 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2008, ), "Linguistic Variation In Ụmụarọ Mbaise Igbo.", A paper for the 13th Annual National Conference of the Association for the Promotion of Nigerian Languages and Culture (APNILAC). |
| 28 | Chinagorom, LC. & Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2007, September), "The Problems Of Phonological Misrepresentation Of Igbo Words Vis-à-vis Globalization.", 21st Conference of the Linguistic Association of Nigeria (CLAN). |
| 29 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2007, ), "Indigenous Linguists And Mother-tongue Controversy.", Conference of the Association for the Promotion of Nigerian Languages and Culture (APNILAC). November 26-29, 2007. |
| 30 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2007, ), "The Communicative Powers Of Igbo Divination Poetry Vis-à-vis Its Function As Repository Of Culture.", Conference of the Association for the Promotion of Nigerian Languages and Culture (APNILAC), November 26-29, 2007. |
| 31 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2007, ), "A Lexico-semantic Analysis Of Ezenwa-Ohaeto’s ‘The Gods Are Hasty’.", Prof. Ezenwa-Ohaeto International Memorial Conference. |
| 32 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2007, ), "Igbo Proverbs: Implication For Democracy.", Conference on UNESCO World Philosophy Day 2007 in Nigeria. |
| 33 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. (2006, ), "Phonemicity And Nasalization In Owere: Towards Enriching The Igbo Orthography.", Conference of the Association for the Promotion of Nigerian Languages and Culture (APNILAC), 19-23 November, 2006. |
| Other Relevant Publications | |
| 1 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. "Nkụzi asụsụ Igbo, nghọta miri emi dịka ngwaọrụ e ji akụzi sayensị na ihe ọmụmụ ndị ọzọ n’ụlọakwụkwọ praịmarị na sekọndịrị", (Presentation, 2022 February) |
| 2 | Nwankwere, Angela Uloaku Ngozi. "Changing the Igbo narrative through our language and youth", (Presentation, 2019 November) Lagos |
| 3 | Nwankwere, Angela Uloaku Ngozi. "Nnwogharị akụkọndụ ndị Igbo site n’aka ndị ntorobịa na asụsụ Igbo", (Presentation, 2019 November) Lagos |
| 4 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. "Needs Analysis Of Undergraduate Basic Igbo In Nigerian Tertiary Institutions: Using Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria As Example. A Poster Presentation At The Exhibition Held On 7th May, 2019.", (Presentation, 2019 May) |
| 5 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. "A Preliminary Report On Needs Analysis Of Undergraduate Basic Igbo In Nigerian Tertiary Institutions: Using Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria As Example.", (Presentation, 2018 May) |
| 6 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. "A Needs Analysis Of The Basic Igbo Undergraduate In Nigerian Tertiary Institutions: A Study Of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria.", (Presentation, 2017 April) |
| 7 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. "A Preliminary Study Of Clitics In The Òwèré Satelite Dialect Of Igbo.", (Presentation, 2014 ) University of Nigeria, Nsukka. |
| 8 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. "The Voiceless Alveolar Implosive /ɗ̣ / In Òwèré Dialect Of Ìgbò: An Acoustic Description.", (Presentation, 2013 May) |
| 9 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. "Ọzụzụ Maka Nhazi Ala Igbo N’Agwa Bụ Mma: Nzụzi Na Nzụjọ ụmụ Igbo. Nkụzi Odenigbo 2002 By Prof. G.I. Nwaozuzu. A Paper Presented At The Ndeba Odenigbo: A Symposium On 2002 Odenigbo Lecture Ow.,", (Presentation, 2003 February) held at the Pastoral Center, Ow., Imo State. |
| 10 | Nwankwere, A.U.N.. "A Quadrilingual Glossary Of Weeds In Ihita Ọgada, Owere North LGA And Ihiteọha Mbụtụ, Abọ Mbaise LGA, Imo State.", (Presentation, 1995 ) |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Supervisions | |
|---|---|
| 1 | "Language Use in Radio Broadcasting: A Case of Radio Stations in Delta Noth Senatorial District." (2021). Completed Masters project by Praise Chukwunalu Young. 2019056005FA |
| Editorships | |
| 1 | Editor, "Awka Journal of Linguistics and Languages" (April, 2023) |
| 2 | Editor, "Igbo amaka II: Okwu Igbo ndị dị omimi na nkọwa ha maka ịkụziri ntorobịa ihe" (October, 2022) |
| 3 | Editor, "Awka Journal of Linguistics and Languages" (November, 2022) |
| 4 | Editor, "SPECIAL EDITION 1: AWKA JOURNAL OF LINGUISTICS AND LANGUAGES AJILL" (September, 2022) |
| 5 | Editor, "Awka Journal of Linguistics and Languages" (December, 2021) |
| Reviewerships | |
| 1 | Reviewer, "International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS" (December, 2022) |
| 2 | Reviewer, "Awka Journal of Linguistics and Languages (AJILL), Vol 19, No. 1" (June, 2016) |
| Examinerships | |
| 1 | Examiner, "PGD Linguistics Programme, Final Examination/Defense" (February, 2025 to February, 2025). Completed External Exam |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Editor, "Ladies of the Knights of St Mulumba, Aladimma Subcouncil, Owerri, Imo State" (July, 2023) |
| 2 | Editor, "Awka Journal of Linguistics and Languages (AJILL), Department of Linguistics" (October, 2022) |
| 3 | Course Instructor, "Departmental Team for Counselling and Career Development Course" (March, 2021) |
| 4 | Member, "Faculty of Arts' Ogbalu Memorial Lecture" (April, 2021) |
| 5 | Member, "Faculty of Arts' Faculty of Arts’ Needs Assessment Committee" (August, 2021) |
| 6 | Chairman, "Aesthetics and Sanitation Committee, Department of Linguistics" (September, 2021 to October, 2022) |
| 7 | Member, "Igboekulie Organisation" (July, 2020) |
| 8 | Member, "Igbo Committee, Igbo Legacy" (May, 2020) |
| 9 | Associate Editor, "Awka Journal of Linguistics and Languages, Department of Linguistics" (July, 2020 to October, 2022) |
| 10 | Auditor, "Aladimma Subcouncil, Owerri, Ladies of the Knights St Mulumba, Nigeria" (October, 2020) |
| 11 | Member, "Appraisal Committee, Department of Linguistics" (April, 2019) |
| 12 | Member/Igbo Editor, "Igboekulie Organisation" (November, 2019) |
| 13 | Secretary, "Lecture Sub-Committee, Odenigbo Lectures, Catholic Archdiocese, Ow." (October, 2019) |
| 14 | Secretary, "Owerri Catholic Archdiocesan Odenigbo Commission" (April, 2016) |
| 15 | Secretary, "Odenigbo Commission, Catholic Archdiocese, Ow." (June, 2016) |
| 16 | President, "Umuogaram Forum" (December, 2013) |
| 17 | Secretary, "Lecture Sub-Comttee Odenigbo Lectures, Catho. Archdiocese, Ow." (January, 2010 to December, 2016) |
| 18 | Member/Secretary Lecture Sub-Committee, "Owerri Catholic Archdiocesan Odenigbo Central Committee" (April, 2006) |
| 19 | Member, "Lecture Sub-Comittee Odenigbo Lectures, Catholic Archdio., Ow." (September, 2006) |
| 20 | Secretary, "Lecture Sub-Comttee Odenigbo Lectures, Catho. Archdiocese, Ow." (January, 2006 to December, 2006) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "Association of Contemporary African Linguistics (ACAL)" (member since 2024), https://acalafrica.org/ |
| 2 | Full Member, "Write-For-me" (member since 2021), https://www.ogapatapata.com/ |
| 3 | Full Member, "Igboekulie Organisation" (member since 2020), https://www.igboekulie.org |
| 4 | Full Member, "Odenigbo Commission,, Catholic Archdiocese, Owerri." (member since 2016), http://theleaderassumpta.com/2016/05/14/archbishop-obinna-establishes-odenigbo-commission-as-prof-barth-nnaji-delivers-this-years-lecture/ |
| 5 | Full Member, "West African Linguistics Society (WALS)" (member since 2013), http://westafricanlinguisticsocietywals.org/ |
| 6 | Full Member, "Igbo Studies Association (ISA)" (member since 2008), https://www.unn.edu.ng/igbo-studies-association-isa-9th-annual-conference/ |
| 7 | Full Member, "Aladimma Subcouncil, Owerri, Ladies of the Knights St Mulumba, Nigeria" (member since 2007), https://www.ksmnigeria.org/ |
| 8 | Full Member, "Linguistic Association of Nigeria" (member since 2005), https://lan.org.ng/ |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
|---|---|
| 1 | "21st Annual International Conference: #ISAEnugu2024: Ezi Ụ́kpụ́rụ́ ndi Igbo na Odudu Ha:Igbo Values and Leadership in Perspective", (Igbo Studies Association), 8th May, 2024 to 11th May, 2024; Oaklands Hotel, Enugu, Nigeria |
| 2 | "CLAN-UNIBEN 2020", (Linguistic Association of Nigeria), 30th November, 2020 to 4th December, 2020; University of Benin, Edo State, Nigeria |
| 3 | "31st Annual Conference of the Linguistic Association of Nigeria “FULCLAN 2019".", (Linguistic Association of Nigeria), 1st December, 2019 to 5th December, 2019; Abuja |
| 4 | "Exhibition", (Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, in honour of the 2019 UNIZIK convocation ceremonies.), 7th May, 2019 to 7th May, 2019; Chike Okoli Centre for Entrepreneural Studies, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
| 5 | "30th Annual Conference of the Linguistics Association of Nigeria, CLAN 2017.", (Linguistics Association of Nigeria), 4th December, 2017 to 8th December, 2017; Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Rumuolumeni, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, December, 4th - 8th, 2017. |
| 6 | "AfriHUB course for computer appreciation and internet utility (CAI).", (AfriHUB), 23rd February, 2017 to 23rd February, 2017; AfriHUB |
| 7 | "29th LAN Conference.", (Linguistic Association of Nigeria), 5th December, 2016 to 9th December, 2016; University of Jos, Nigeria. |
| 8 | "School of General Studies Conference.", (School of General Studies), 26th May, 2016 to 27th May, 2016; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 9 | "Faculty of Arts Annual International Conference", (Faculty of Arts, Nnamdị Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria), 4th May, 2016 to 7th May, 2016; Nnamdị Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria. |
| 10 | "28th LAN Conference, Awka, Nigeria.", (Linguistic Association of Nigeria), 2nd November, 2015 to 6th November, 2015; Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria. |
| 11 | "Joint Conference of the West African Linguistics Society (WALS) & Linguistic Association of Nigeria (CLAN)", (West African Linguistics Society (WALS) & Linguistic Association of Nigeria), 29th July, 2013 to 2nd August, 2013; Ibadan |
| 12 | "Annual Faculty of Arts Conference", (Faculty of Arts, Nnamdị Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria), 4th May, 2012 to 6th May, 2012; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
| 13 | "The Annual Faculty of Arts Conference.", (Faculty of Arts, Nnamdị Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria), 4th June, 2011 to 6th June, 2011; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 14 | "Conference of the Linguistic Association of Nigeria (CLAN).", (Linguistic Association of Nigeria), 29th November, 2010 to 3rd December, 2010; University of Port Harcourt. |
| 15 | "Nzukọ na Ọgbakọ 5 nke Otu Igbo Studies Association (ISA), UNN.", (Igbo Studies Association (ISA), UNN.), 12th August, 2010 to 15th August, 2010; University of Nigeria, Nsukka. |
| 16 | "The Maiden National Conference on Linguistics and Literature in Nigeria.", (University of Nigeria, Nsukka.), 20th July, 2010 to 23rd July, 2010; University of Nigeria, Nsukka. |
| 17 | "International Conference on the extinction of the Igbo Language.", (A.I.F.C.E), 16th July, 2010 to 17th July, 2010; Owerri |
| 18 | "International Conference on Igbo Civilization in Commemoration of Chinua Achebe’s Things Fall Apart.", (Igbo Civilization in Commemoration of Chinua Achebe’s Things Fall Apart.), 19th January, 2009 to 22nd January, 2009; Concord Hotel, Owerri, Imo State. |
| 19 | "13th Annual National Conference of the Association for the Promotion of Nigerian Languages and Culture (APNILAC).", (Association for the Promotion of Nigerian Languages and Culture (APNILAC).), 23rd November, 2008 to 27th November, 2008; Lagos State University. |
| 20 | "22nd Conference of the Linguistic Association of Nigeria (CLAN).", (Linguistic Association of Nigeria), 9th November, 2008 to 13th November, 2008; University of Maiduguri, Borno State. |
| 21 | "The 4th Annual Conference and Congress of the Igbo Studies Association (ISA), UNN.", (Igbo Studies Association (ISA), UNN), 16th September, 2008 to 19th September, 2008; University of Nigeria, Nsukka. |
| 22 | "Prof. Ezenwa-Ohaeto International Memorial Conference.", (Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.), 28th November, 2007 to 1st December, 2007; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
| 23 | "Conference of the Association for the Promotion of Nigerian Languages and Culture (APNILAC).", (Association for the Promotion of Nigerian Languages and Culture (APNILAC).), 26th November, 2007 to 29th November, 2007; Association for the Promotion of Nigerian Languages and Culture (APNILAC). |
| 24 | "21st Conference of the Linguistic Association of Nigeria (CLAN).", (Linguistic Association of Nigeria), 19th November, 2007 to 23rd November, 2007; Uyo, Cross-River State. |
| 25 | "Conference on UNESCO World Philosophy Day 2007 in Nigeria.", (Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.), 15th November, 2007 to 15th November, 2007; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
| 26 | "Conference of the Association for the Promotion of Nigerian Languages and Culture (APNILAC).", (Association for the Promotion of Nigerian Languages and Culture (APNILAC).), 19th November, 2006 to 23rd November, 2006; Association for the Promotion of Nigerian Languages and Culture (APNILAC). |
| 27 | "The 56th Annual Conference on African Linguistics (ACAL56)", (Association of Contemporary African Linguistics (ACAL)), University of Minnesota, USA (Zoom) |
| 28 | "IfeIAS Science Conference", (Ife Institute of Advanced Studies (IfeIAS)), Zoom |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "Igbo Metalanguage Workshop of TETFUND’s 2020 National Research Fund for Developing Functional Metalanguage for the 21st Century Needs of Nigerian National Languages", (ETFUND’s National Research /Lagos State University, Lagos), 17th October, 2022 to 21st October, 2022; Archbishop Obiefuna Retreat Centre, Okpuno, Awka |
| 2 | "Workshop for postgraduate supervisors of UNIZIK, Awka.", (Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.), 8th October, 2018 to 12th October, 2018; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 3 | "Workshop for postgraduate supervisors of UNIZIK, Awka.", (Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.), 31st October, 2016 to 4th November, 2016; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
| 4 | "Administrative skills training for Nigerian secondary school teachers by National Institute for Educational Planning and Administration (NIEPA).", (National Institute for Educational Planning and Administration (NIEPA).), 2nd October, 2003 to 3rd October, 2003; Ondo |
| 5 | "Critique and Editorial Workshop for the Review of the 9-Year Basic Education Curriculum (BEC) Igbo, organized by National Education, Research and Development Council (NERDC)", (National Education, Research and Development Council (NERDC),), SkyAge Hotel and Suites along Keffi-Akwanga Road, Keffi, Nasarawa State |
| 6 | "Staff training by Centre for Counselling and Career Development, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka", (Centre for Couselling and Career Development, UNIZIK , Awka), Faculty of Engineering, UNIZIK |
| Webinars | |
| 1 | "Research Writing in the Social Sciences", (AuthorAID), 8th June, 2021 to 26th July, 2021; Online |
| 2 | "Research and Proposal Writing in the Sciences", (AuthorAID), 8th September, 2020 to 2nd November, 2020; Online |