Prof. Ifenna Valentine Onwukeme
Prof. Ifenna Valentine Onwukeme is a PROFESSOR in PURE AND INDUSTRIAL CHEMISTRY Department, Faculty Of Physical Sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
I am Prof. V. I. Onwukeme, a lecturer in the Dept of Pure and Industrial Chemistry NUA, Awka. I am a native of Adazi Nnukwu in Anaocha Local Government Area , Anambra State, Nigeria.
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Address: | Pure And Industrial Chemistry, Faculty Of Physical Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES |
Department/Sub-Unit: | PURE AND INDUSTRIAL CHEMISTRY |
Social Profiles
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Doctor of Philosophy, July, 2005) July, 2000 to July, 2005 Ph.D Pure And Industrial Chemistry |
| 2 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Master Degree, February, 1999) January, 1996 to December, 1998 M-Tech. M.Tech. |
| 3 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Master Degree, February, 1999) March, 1996 to December, 1998 |
| 4 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Post-Graduate Degree, March, 1996) September, 1993 to September, 1996 PGD Science Technology-Chemistry |
| 5 | Girls Sec. School Ogidi-- centre. (GCE, June, 1990) May, 1090 to June, 1990 GCE |
| 6 | Fed. Polytechnic Idah. (HND, September, 1986) January, 1981 to June, 1986 |
| 7 | Fed. Polytechnic Idah. (HND, September, 1986) July, 1981 to June, 1986 Science Technology-Chemistry |
| 8 | Community Secondary School Adazi Nnukwu. (SSCE, July, 1980) July, 1975 to July, 1980 WAEC Sciences |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Chairman,Manuscript Review Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka(Admin Experience) March, 2021 to Present |
| 2 | Appointed ExternaL Examiner, Legacy University Okija June, 2019 to Present |
| 3 | Appointed Ph.D Supervisor, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka(Admin Experience) October, 2016 to Present |
| 4 | Member; Exam Misconduct Committee FPS, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka(Admin Experience) October, 2016 to September, 2018 |
| 5 | Amata Clan Representative to Town Union, Contribution(Admin Experience) To Society September, 2016 to Present |
| 6 | Editor FUTO Journal Series, NAU, Acad. Leadership Qualities May, 2016 to Present |
| 7 | Clan Representative to Town Meeting, Contribution(Admin Experience) To Society February, 2016 to Present |
| 8 | Member Workshop. Research and Exhibition Committeee FPS, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka(Admin Experience) August, 2015 to May, 2016 |
| 9 | Departmental Exam. Officer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka(Admin Experience) February, 2014 to February, 2016 |
| 10 | Coordinattor: Chemistry Pre--Science, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka(Admin Experience) February, 2011 to September, 2014 |
| 11 | Chapter Treasurer CSN Anambra Chapter, Contribution(Admin Experience) To Society April, 2010 to February, 2014 |
| 12 | Chapter Treasurer CSN Anambra Chapter, Contribution(Admin Experience) To Society April, 2010 to February, 2014 |
| 13 | Chairman H/B Committee St Andrews Parish Adazi, Contribution(Admin Experience) To Society August, 2008 to July, 2009 |
| 14 | Chapter Secretary Waste Management Society of Nigeria, Contribution(Admin Experience) To Society February, 2007 to May, 2014 |
| 15 | Lecturer II, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka September, 2005 to September, 2008 |
| 16 | Chairman H/B Committee St Andrews Parish Adazi, Contribution(Admin Experience) To Society July, 0008 to July, 2009 |
Creative Output
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| 1 | Chemical Sciences in . Adeniyi Adeleke; Adewuyi Sheriff; Amadou Condé Sékou; Amara Konaté Ahmed; Canal John P.,; Chaichamni Punnita; Chinda Kechinyere; Constance Béavogui Marie; Ejeromedoghene Onome; Ezeali Ali Ewa; Giwa Olayiwola; Gouado Inocent; Hernández-Mendoza Héctor; Ifenna Onwukeme Valentine; Itohan Ikhile Monisola; Ittibenjapong Chanyapat; Kanjanahitanon Prit; Kayitesi Eugenie; Kuri-Cruz Abraham; Lara-Almazán Nancy; Lowe Jimmy; Mungho Tata Charlotte; Narod Fawzia; Njinkoue Jean Michel; Oderinde Olayinka; Okewe Nnachi Emmanuel; Olusegun Ajala Lawrence; Oluwaseun Odukoya Johnson; Omeodisemi Omokpariola Daniel; Omokpariola Patrick Leonard; Panich Sirirat; Precious Mphahlele Mokgadi; Ramasami Ponnadurai; Romero-Guzmán Elizabeth Teresita; Ríos-Lugo María Judith; Tantoh Ndinteh Derek; Thamsumet Nuchutha; Viktorovna Loginova Irina; Worokwu Chinda. (2021, August) Chemical Sciences in the Focus., Volume 2, Green and Sustainable Processing .// ed. by Ponnadurai Ramasami Kazan Federal University Digital Repository Home Login русский English, Vol. 2 |
| 2 | V. I. Onwukeme, C.J. Anarado, V. Okafor C.T. Onyema J.I. Ekwueme E.C. Ohaekenyem and U. Ofora. (2014, ) Fundamentals Of Chemistry Immaculate Pub. Enugu, Nigeria |
| 3 | T. U. Onuegbu, V.I. Onwukeme and P.E. Omuku. (2008, ) Basic General Inorganic Chemistry, A Straight Forward Approach Chivcson Geo-Exp Pub Nigeria |
| Book Chapters | |
| 1 | tAjala, Lawrence Olusegun, Ali, Ewa Ezeali, Nnachi, Emmanuel Okewe and Onwukeme, Valentine Ifenna. ". (2023, June) Design of locally sourced activated charcoal filter from maize cob for wastewatater deconminatioachn: anp apro to fight waste with waste" .water decontamination: an approach to fight waste with waste Physical Sciences Reviews,, Vol. 8, (Issue 8), pp pp. 1213-1232 |
| 2 | L.O. Ajala, V. I. Onwukeme, Chihurumnnaya, O Oji and Maria r c. Ejiaghan. (2020, ) Sustainable Utilization Of Rice Husk Activated Charcoals Waste Water Decontaminants In:Tuzan(, Ed). S.New Insight Into Physical Chemistry Book Pub Inernational, India, Vol. 2, pp 111-125 |
| Journal Articles | |
| 1 | Okechukwu, V. U., & Onwukeme, V. I.. (2025, April), "Ecological and Health Risk Assessment of Heavy Metals and Organochlorine Pesticides in Water and Sediments from Otamiri River in Imo State, Nigeria.", Journal of Global Ecology and Environment,, Vol. 21, (Issue 1) |
| 2 | Gloria, O. N., Ifenna, O. V., Adetola, A., Daniel, E. E., Abdulmumuni, S., & Uriah, O. A. (2025, October), ". Synthesis, Characterization and Antim Studies of icrobialN-[(E)-benzylideneamino]-2, 4-dintroaniline and it's Copper (II) Nickel (II) and Zinc (II) Complexes. . Synthesis, Characterization and Antimicrobial Studies of N-[(E)-benzylideneamino]-2, 4-dintroaniline and it's Copper (II) Nickel (II) and Zinc (II) Complexes. chemistry and biology, 1, 3.", chemistry and biology,, Vol. -1, (Issue 3) |
| 3 | Valentine Ifenna, O., Egemba, C. C., & Nwajiaku, O. L.. (2025, May), ". Assessment of Health Risks Associated With Air Pollution in OStatenitsha, Anambra , Nigeria. , 10(5),", International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science, Vol. 10, (Issue 5), pp p:708-718 |
| 4 | . Eze, V. C., Onwukeme, V. I., & Ogbuagu, J. O. (2024, January), ". Concentration, toxicity, and health risk assessment of polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) in top soils around Nekede auto-mechanic village, Imo State. Arabian Journal of Geosciences, .", ,Arabian Journal of Geosciences, Vol. 17, (Issue 1), pp 42. |
| 5 | Okechukwu, V. U., Onwukeme, V. I., Eze, V. C., Aralu, C. C. (2024, March), "Concentration levels and pollution status of selected heavy metals in active dumpsites in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria.", Chemical Reports,, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 275-284. |
| 6 | Eze, V. C., Onwukeme, V. I., Ogbuagu, J. O., Aralu, C. C., Aduaka, C. N., & Okoro, N. J.. (2024, January), "Evaluation of selected physicochemical properties of River Otamiri, Imo State.", SyncSci Publishing, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 209-216. |
| 7 | Ajala, L. O., Obasi, N. A., Fasuan, T. O., Ominyi, C. E., & Onwukeme, V. I.. (2024, June), "Ecotoxicological risks of heavy metals in floodplain sediments: Linking current conditions to future threats. ,", Scientific African, Vol. 24, pp e02201 |
| 8 | Eze, V. C., Onwukeme, V. I., Ogbuagu, J. O., Okechukwu, V. U., & Aralu, C. C.. (2023, October), "Source apportionment of polychlorinated biphenyls in surface water and sediments from River Otamiri, Imo State.", Scientific african,, Vol. 22, pp e01957. |
| 9 | Duruaku, J. I., Okoye, P. A., Okoye, N. H., Nwadiogbu, J. O., Onwukeme, V. I., & Arinze, R. U.. (2023, October), ". An evaluation of the Physicochemical, structural and morphological properties of selected tropical wood species for possible utilizatione wood industry..", Scientific Research Publishing, Vol. 13, (Issue 4), pp 131-148 |
| 10 | Ajala, L. O., Obasi, N. A., Fasuan, T. O., Ominyi, C. E., & Onwukeme, V. I.. (2023, October), "Can Ecotoxicological Risk Assessment of Heavy Metal in Floodplain Suspended Sediments Bridge the Gap from Present Conditions to Future Environmental T.hreats?", - researchsquare.com |
| 11 | Onwukeme, V.I. and Egemba, C.C. (2022, May), "., REMOVAL OF SILVER AND CADMIUM FROM INDUSTRIAL WASTE WATER USING CHEMICALLY MODIFIED PALM KERNEL SHELLS. Journal of Chemical Society of Nigeria, .", J. Chem. Soc. Nigeria, Vol. 47, (Issue 6), pp pp 1335-347- - 1347 |
| 12 | Okoye, O. N. N., Ugbede, F. O., Oli, C. C., Onwukeme, V. I., & Onwuka, S. U.. (2022, November), ". CHEMICAL STABILIZATION OF GULLIES OF NANKA AND OKO IN ANAMBRA STATE, SOUTH-EASTERN NIGERIA.", Journal of Chemical Society of Nigeria,, Vol. 47, (Issue 5) |
| 13 | Onwukeme, V. I., & Eze, V. C.. (2021, May), "( Identification of heavy metals source within selected active dumpsites in southeastern Nigeria. , 36(2), e2021008.", Environmental Analysis, Health and Toxicology, Vol. 36, (Issue 2), pp e2021008 |
| 14 | Onwukeme, V. I., & Eze, V. C.. (2021, May), "( Identification of heavy metals source within selected active dumpsites in southeastern Nigeria. , 36(2), e2021008.", Environmental Analysis, Health and Toxicology, Vol. 36, (Issue 2), pp e2021008 |
| 15 | Okechukwu, V. U., Omokpariola, D. O., Onwukeme, V. I., Nweke, E. N., & Omokpariola, P. L.. (2021, October), ". Pollution investigation and risk assessment of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons in soil and water from selected dumpsite locations in rivers and Bayelsa State, Nigeria., 36(4), .", Environmental analysis, health and toxicology, Vol. 36, (Issue 4), pp e2021023 |
| 16 | Onwukeme, V. I., & Okechukwu, V. U.. (2021, April), "Leaching matrix of selected heavy metals from soil to ground water sources in active dumpsites: A case study of Southern Nigeria.", IOSR, Vol. 15, (Issue 4), pp 1-18. |
| 17 | Arusiaba S. O. Achonye C. , Onwukeme , V.I. (2020). (2021, September), ") Arusiaba S. O. Achonye C. and Onwukeme , V.I. (2020) Synthesis. Characteriztion And Antimicrobial Analysis of 4-amino-n-(1h-benzimidazole-2-yl)benzensulfonmide and its Cobalt Complex", International J of Innovative Science and Research Technology, Vol. -8, (Issue -1) |
| 18 | Onwukeme V.I., V. Chukwuemeka Eze. (2021, February), "Onwukeme V.I. and V. Chukwuemeka Eze (2021) Identification of Heavy Metal Sources Within Selected Active Dumpsites in Southeastern Nigeria .", Environmental Analysis ,Health and Toxicology, Vol. -36, (Issue 2), pp .http;//doi.org 10.5620/eaht.2021008 |
| 19 | )L. O. Ajala,E. E. Ali .E. O. Nnachi , V. I. Onwukeme. (2021, July), "L. O. Ajala,E. E. Ali .E. O. Nnachi and V. I. Onwukeme (2021)Design of Locally Sourced Activared Charcoal Filter from Maize Cob For Wastewater Decontamination;An Approach to Fight Waste With Waste", PSR, Vol. -13, (Issue -1), pp 96 |
| 20 | LO Ajala, OM Ogunlowo, MC Okafor, VI Onwukeme. (2021, April), "Chemoprotective Studies of Some Preservatives Against Spoilage Microorganisms Associated With Stored Roselle Juice and Their Resultant Effect on the Juice pH and Ascobic Acid", .Current Advances in Chemistry and Biochemistry, Vol. -19 |
| 21 | Onwukeme V.I. , Victor I. Eze. (2021, August), "Leaching Matrix of Selected Heavy Metals from Soil to .Groundwater Sources in Selected Active Dumpsites ,A Case Study of Southern Nigeria. cology and Food Technology", J of Environmental Science,Toxi, Vol. -15, (Issue -4), pp 1-18 |
| 22 | V.I Onwukeme and V. Chukwuemeka Eze. (2021, ), "Identification Of Heavy Metal Sources Within Selected Active Dumpsite In Southeastern Nigeria", Enviromental Analysis, Health and Toxicology, Vol. 36, (Issue 2), pp 2021-1008 |
| 23 | L.O. Ajala, O.M. Ogunlowo, M.O. Okafor, V.I. Onwukeme and S.N Ezem. (2021, ), "Design Of Locally Sourced Activared Charcoal Filter From Maze Cob For Wastwater Decontamination; An Approach To Flight Waste With Waste", Physcial Science Review |
| 24 | L.O. Ajala, O. Ezem.M. Ogunlowo, M.C. Okafor, V.I. Onwukeme and S.N. (2021, August), "Chemoprotective Studies Of Some Preservatives Against Spoilage Miroorganisms Associate With Stored Reselle Juice Abic Acidend Their Resultant Effect On The Juice PH And Asco", Current Advances in Chemistry and Biochemistry, Vol. 9, pp 21-29 |
| 25 | V.I. Onwukeme and V.I. Eze. (2021, ), "Leaching Matrix Of Selected Heavy Metals From Soil To Grounddwater Souces In Selected Active Dumpsites, A Case Study Of Southern Nigeria", Journal of Environmental Science , Toxicology and Food Technology, Vol. 15, (Issue 4), pp 1-8 |
| 26 | Onwekeme, V.I. and Etienajirhewe, O.F.. (2020, December), "Comparative Determination Of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) At Flow In Delta State, Nigeria)", World Journal of Applied Chemistry, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 6-12 |
| 27 | V.C. Eze, V.I. Onwukeme and Enyoh, C.E. (2020, ), "Pollution Status, Ecological And Human Health Risk Of Heavy Metals In Soil From Selected Active Dumpsites In Southeastern, Nigeria Using Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectrometer", International Journal of Enviromental Analytical Chemistry DOI |
| 28 | L.O. Ajala, V. I Onwukeme Chihurumnnya, O. Oji and Maria-Regina C. Ejiaghan. (2020, April), "Sustainable Utilzation Of Rice Husk Activated Charcoalas Waste Water Decontaminant Ebook", bpi/nips |
| 29 | V.I. Onwukeme and O.F. Etienajirhewe. (2020, April), "Determination Of Metal Concentration In Air, Soil And Water Samples At Some Selected Flow Stations In Delta State, Nigeria", American Journal of Physical Chemistry, Vol. 9, (Issue 1), pp 9-15. |
| 30 | Eze, V. C., Onwukeme, V., & Enyoh, C. E. (2020, June), ". Pollution status, ecological and human health risks of heavy metals in soil from some selected active dumpsites in Southeastern, Nigeria using energy dispersive X-ray spectro meter.International ,", Taylor & Francis, Vol. 102, (Issue 16), pp 3722-3743. |
| 31 | L.O. Ajala, V.I. Onwukeme N.A. Obasi, M.C. Okafor N. Ajaka. (2020, July), "Riksk Assessment Of Meta (Loid)s Exposed To Infants Via Comsumption Of Weaning Foof From Different Super Markets In Sheffiled, UK", UK Biological Trace Elements Research, Springer Nature |
| 32 | ) Onwukeme, V. I., Etienajirhevwe, O. F.. (2020, April), ") Onwukeme, V. I. and Etienajirhevwe, O. F.( 2020) Trace Sulphate and Nitrate in Soil and Water Samples Around Selected Flow Stations in Delta State Nig.. Int. Research Journal of Adv. Engr. and Science Vol 5(4);21-25", Int. Research Journal of Adv. Engr. and Science, Vol. -5, (Issue -4), pp 21-25 |
| 33 | Onwukeme, V.I. and Etienajirhevwe, O.F. (2020, September), "Trace Sulphate And Nitrate In Soil And Water Samples Around Selected Flow Stations In Delta State Nigeria", Research Journal of Adv. Engr. and Science, Vol. 5, (Issue 4), pp 21-25 |
| 34 | Okoye O.N.N., Onwuka S. U. Onwukeme V. I. Oli C. C., Eboatu A,N,. (2020, June), "Application of AlCl3,MgCl2CaCl2 Ca(OH)2 and CaCO3 For Stabilizing Erosive Soil of Oraukwu Gully In Anambra State", International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation, Vol. -7, (Issue -9), pp 376-380 |
| 35 | Onwukeme V.I and Sylvania O.A. (2020, ), "Synthesis Characterization And Antimicrobia Analysis Of 4-amino-n-(1h-benzimidazole-2-yI) Benzensulfonmide And Its Cobalt Complex )", International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Tzechnology, Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 2456-2165 |
| 36 | C.J Anarado, C.E. Anarado, B.C. Izuagachukwu, U.M.Ogu, A. Maduka, C.I. Egwuatu and V.I. Onwukeme. (2019, November), "Quality Of Potable Water Available To The Residents Of Anambra State, Nigeria", Natural Resourses, Vol. 10, pp 395-414 |
| 37 | V.I. Onwukeme and O.F. Otienajirhewe. (2019, December), "Determination Of Levels Of VOCs In Warri And Effurun Enviroment, Delta State Nigeria.", Ethiopian Journal of Environmental Studies and Management, Vol. 12, (Issue 4), pp 365-374 |
| 38 | M.U. Onuoha, A.N. Eboatu, T.U. Onuegbu and V.I. Onwukeme. (2019, ), "Effect Of Some Additives On The Tensile Strenght And Modlus Of Epoxy Resin", International journal of Science: Basic and Applied Research. A, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 6-12 |
| 39 | V.I Onwukeme, O.F. Otienajirvwe and B.K. Mokabia. (2017, ), "Production Of Biogas From Cow Dung, Weed And Domestic Wastes", Ethiopian Journal of Environmental Studies and Management, Vol. 10, (Issue 4), pp 482-491 |
| 40 | I.O. Okeruru, C.T. Onyema, V.I. Onwukeme and C.M. Ezeh. (2017, June), "Assessment Of Phytochemical, Proximate And Elemental Composition Of Pteracarpus Soyauxii(Oha) Leaves,", American Journal of Analytical Chemistry, Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 406-415 |
| 41 | E.C, Ohaekenyem, V.I. Onwukeme, F.B.Okoye and C,T. Onyema. (2016, September), "Tetraaza Microcyclic Complexes: Synthesis, Antibacterial And Antifungal Studies", Journal of Chemical and Pharmaceutical Research, Vol. 8, (Issue 8), pp 24-254 |
| 42 | V.I Onwukeme, R.N. Asomugha and O.C. Obijiofor. (2016, ), "Stategic Survey Of The Levels Of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbon (PAHS) And Some Toxic Metal In Sediments, Adiatinafulica, Tympantoosfuscat Us Dandrobrachiata Of Epic Creek, Yenegoa Local Government Area, Bayelsa State Nigeria)", Idosi Journal |
| 43 | Onwukeme V.I., Amalu, E.U. and Obiuchendu E.C.. (2015, ), "Mobility And Bioavailabilty Of Lead In Soil And Water Samples From Mines In Abakalike Ebonyi State Nigeria", International Journal of Enviromental Sciences,, Vol. 15, (Issue 4), pp 1841-1850 |
| 44 | Onwukeme V.I., Obijiofor O.C., Asomugha, R.N. and Okafor F.A.. (2015, July), "Impact Of Cooking Methods On The Leves Of PAHS In Chicken Meat In Awka, Nigeria", International Journal of Enviromental Science, Toixchology and Food Technology, pp 2319-2402 |
| 45 | V.I. Onwukeme, O.C. Obijiofor and B.I Tabugbo. (2015, ), "Comparative Study Of The Influnce Of Grilling Height On The Concentration Of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbon And Toxic Metals In Grilled Food, International", Journal Science and Technology, Vol. 5, (Issue 8), pp 425-431 |
| 46 | M.N. Mbemana, G.O. Ogbodo, N.A. Okonkwo and V.I Onwukeme. (2014, September), "Physicochemical Assessment Of Borehole Water In Ovim Isukwuato LGA, Abia State, Nigeria", Journal of Scientifice Research, Vol. 7, pp 31-33 |
| 47 | Onwukeme V.I., Nwako P.M., Mgbenema M.N. and Onuora M.U.. (2014, ), "Dietry Exposure To Heavy Metals Via Comsuption Of Some Vegitables And Part Of Cow Meat By Adult Population In Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria.", International Journal of Enviromental Science, Toixchology and Food Technology, Vol. 8, pp 1-6 |
| 48 | Ajala L.O. Onwukeme V.I. and M.N. Mgbemena. (2014, ), "Speciation Of Some Trace Metals In Flood Plain Soil Of Eke Mgbom, Afikpo, Nigeria", American Chemical Science Journal, Vol. 4, (Issue 6), pp 963-974 |
| 49 | Onwukeme V. I. and Etienajirhevwe O.F.. (2014, ), "Determination Of Levelsof Inorganic Gasious Contaminants In Warri And Effurum Environment Delta State Nigeria", Ethiopian Journal ofEnvironmental Studies and Management, Vol. 7, (Issue 6), pp 619-627 |
| 50 | Onwukeme V, I. Obiuchendu E, C. and Onuoha M. U.. (2014, ), "Dietary Exposure To Heavy Metals Via Consumtion Of Some Fruit Juice And Carbohydrate Food By Adult Population In Awka, Nigeria", Middle East Journal of Scientific Research, Vol. 22, (Issue 1), pp 39-44 |
| 51 | Asegbeloyin, J. N., Ujam, O. T., Ngige, C. M., Onwukeme, V. I., & Groutso, T.. (2014, November), "Crystal structure of N′-[(1E)-1-(6-methyl-2, 4-dioxo-3, 4-dihydro-2H-pyran-3-ylidene) ethyl] benzenesulfonohydrazide. Structure Reports,", Acta Crystallography, Vol. 70, (Issue 11), pp 01179-01180 |
| 52 | Onwukeme V.I. Anarado C. J. and Ajala L.O.. (2013, ), "Partitioning Of Some Trace Metals In Flood Plain Soil In Onitsha, Nigeria", lInternational Journalof Applied Chemistry, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 19-25 |
| 53 | Onwukeme, V. I., Anarado, J. C., & Ajala, L. O. (2013, May), ". . Partitioning of some trace metals in floodplain soil in Onitsha, Anambra State, Nigeria. IOSR J Appl Chem, 4(1),", IOSR J Appl Chem, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 19-25. |
| 54 | Onwukeme V.I. and Mgbemena M.N. (2012, ), "Bioaccumulation Of Heavy Metalsin Fish Samples From Aba River,Abia State Nigeria As Indicator Of Human Dietary Exposure To TOxic Substances", International Journal of Chemistry India, Vol. 22, (Issue 3), pp 191-196 |
| 55 | Mgbemena M.N., Onwukeme V.I. and E.C Obiuchendu. (2012, November), "Heavy Metal In Dust Samples From Aba Abia State, Nigeria, Usuing Car Window Screen As Inner Collector", International Journal of Applied Chemistry, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 53-56 |
| 56 | Onwukeme V. I. Ajala L. O.. (2012, ), "Fractionation Of Some Metals In Flood Plain SOIL In Awka Nigeria", International Journal of Plant, Animaland Environmental Sciences, Vol. 2, (Issue 3), pp 163-168 |
| 57 | Onwukeme V.I. Onwumelu H.A.,Nwako P.M. and Mgbemena M. N.. (2012, ), "Assessment Of Water Resourses Qualityin Lagos State Nigeria And Its Potencial To Encrustation And Corrosivity", Nwako, Vol. 22, (Issue 3), pp 173-180 |
| 58 | Ajala L.O. and Onwukeme V.I.. (2012, September), "Trace Metal Speciation In Flood Plain Soil In Enugu Metropolis, Nigeria", Journal of Applied Chemistry, Vol. 1, (Issue 6), pp 9-13 |
| 59 | Obuselu F.O., Okerur I.O., Onwukeme V.I., Onuegbu T.U. and Eze R.C.. (2011, ), "Phytochemical And Antibactrial Analysis Of The Leaf Extract Of Riciunus Communis", Journal of Basic Physical Reseach, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 68-72 |
| 60 | Gbemena M.N., Obiuchendu E.C and Onwukeme, V.I. (2011, ), "Metal Polution Of Water Sediments And Plants In Aba River-Abia State, Nigeria", Journal of Basic Physical Reseach, Vol. 12, (Issue 1), pp 1828-1836 |
| 61 | Onwukeme V.I., Omuku P.M Onwumelu H.A. and Ekemezie P.N.. (2011, ), "Studies Of Tensile And Interaction Of Cow Horn/Bone And Polystyrene Polymer Composites", World Journal of Biotechnology, Vol. 12, (Issue 1), pp 1828-1836 |
| 62 | Onwekeme V.I., Onwumelu H.A, Ekemezie P.N., and Obiuchendu E.C. (2011, ), "Biogas Generation From Cow Dung By Codigestion With Colopoganium Mucanoides Weeds", African Journal of Sciences, Vol. 12, (Issue 1), pp 2712-2721 |
| 63 | Onwumelu H.A., Omuku P.E., Onwukeme V.I, and Ekemezie P.N. (2011, ), "Potential Of Water Hyacinth For Photoremidation Of Polluted Aquatic Enviroment", Journal of Basic Physical Reseach, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 70-74 |
| 64 | Onwumelu H.A., Omuku P.E., Onwukeme V.I, and Ekemezie P.N. (2011, ), "Fractionation Studies Of Palm Oil And Palm Kernel Oil", Journal of Scientifice and Industrial Studiesss, Vol. 9, (Issue 1), pp 70-73 |
| 65 | Onwukeme V.I., Omuku P.E., Nwakor P.M.. (2011, ), "Extraction And Charactrization Of Dialium Guineense And Hura Crepitan Seed Oils For Industrial Application", World Journal of Biotechnology, Vol. 12, (Issue 1), pp 1782-1788 |
| 66 | Onwumelu H.A., Omuku P.E., Nwako P.M., Onwukeme V.I. and Ekemezie P.N.. (2011, ), "Production Of Suitable Binder From Local Raw Material For Subbsequent Paint Formulation", Journal of Science ,Engr. and Technology, Vol. 18, (Issue 2), pp 10178-10187 |
| 67 | Onwukeme V.I, Omuku P.E.. (2011, ), "Studie On Preliminary Phytochemical And Antimirobial Screening Of The Leaf Extract Of Antocheisita Djalonensis", African Journal of Sciences, Vol. 12, (Issue 1), pp 2876-2883 |
| 68 | Onwumelu H.A, Omuku P.E., Onwukeme V.I.. (2011, ), "Extraction And Analysis Of Brashstigal Oli Possibly Suitable As A Technical Oil", Journal of Apply Sciences, Vol. 14, (Issue 2), pp 9892-9899 |
| 69 | Onwukeme V.I., Nwako P.M., Oyeema C.T.. (2011, May), "Charatarization Of Canerium Scheweinfuttii Biodiesel Produced ThroughSodium Hydroxide Catalysed Tranesterification Process", Journal of Applied Sciences, Vol. 14, (Issue 3), pp 10128-10133 |
| 70 | Arinze R.U. Eboatu A.N. Okoye P.A,C, and Onwukeme V. i. (2011, ), "Esterblishing Polymer-Polymer Interraction By Means Of T.M. Studies", Journal 0f Polymer Scienceand Technology, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 7-849 |
| 71 | Onwukeme V. I,.Ilo,E.O. and Chine A.A.. (2010, ), "Studies Of Life Brewerirs And Ibeto Battery Effluent Discharge In Anambra State", Ikoho,A Multi-Disciplinary Journal, Vol. 8, pp 55-61 |
| 72 | Onwukeme V. I.,Nwako p. m. Obumselu O. F. and Chine A.A. (2010, ), "Palm Pressed Fibre And Cement Composites For Ceiling Sheet Production", African Journal of Sciences, Vol. 11, pp 2595-2598 |
| 73 | Onwukeme V. I.,Obiuchendu E. C.,Nwako P. M.. Obumselu O. F. and Chine A.A. (2010, ), "Studies Of Phytochemical And Antimicrobial Activity Screening Of Musa Paradisiacal Leaves", African Journal of Sciences, Vol. 11, (Issue 11), pp 2491-2499 |
| 74 | Onwukeme V. I.,Nwako P.M and Ilo E.O.. (2010, ), "Physochemical And Corrotion Characteristics OfGroundwater In Ahocol PhaseIII Oganiru Estate, Awka Nigeria", World Journal of Biotechnology, Vol. 11, (Issue 1), pp 1657-1661 |
| 75 | Nwako P. M Onwukeme V I. ,. ,Ajiwe V. I. E and Onwumelu H. A... (2010, ), "Effect Of Coconut Shell Powder As Filler In Flexible Polyether Foam", Journal of Science ,Engr. and Technology, Vol. 17, (Issue 3), pp 9750-9759 |
| 76 | Onwukeme ,V.I Nwako P.M.. (2010, ), "Studies Of Indoor NO2 In Offices Located ATNnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka And Shops At Eke Awka Market Anambra State, Nigeria Using Palm Diffusion Tube", World Journal of Biotechnology, Vol. 11, (Issue 1), pp 1736-1741 |
| 77 | Onwukeme ,V.I and Okoye A.C.. (2010, June), "Cycling Of Heavy Metal In Soil/Sediments In Onitsha Metropolis, Nigeria", Journal of Applied Sciences, Vol. 13, (Issue 3), pp 9215-9222 |
| 78 | Onwukeme , V,I, Eboatu A.N. and Obiuchendu E. C.... (2009, ), "Characterization Of Nigerian Lauric Coconut Oil Biodiel Produced Through NaOH Catalysed Transesterification Process", African Journal of Sciences, Vol. 10, (Issue 1), pp 2474-2482 |
| 79 | Onwukeme , V,I,and Obiuchendu E. C.... (2009, ), "The Use Of Carbon Monoxide Concentration AS A Measure Of Gradient Of Occupational Exposure To Traffic Related Air Pollution In Awka, Anambra State Nigeria", World Journal of Biotechnology, Vol. 10, (Issue 1), pp 1644-1649 |
| 80 | Onwukeme V. I., Chine A.A and,Ilo E. O.. (2009, ), "Phytochemical And Antmicrobial Activity Screening Of Nigerian Solarium Melogena Leaves", Ikoho,A Multi-Disciplinary Journal, Vol. 6, pp 44-53 |
| 81 | Onwukeme ,V.I Nwako P.M.. (2009, September), "Biodiesel Production, A Review", Anachem Journal, Vol. 14, (Issue 1), pp 714-737 |
| 82 | Onwukeme V. I.,Nwako P.M.and.Obiuchendu E.C.. (2009, ), "Proximate Analysis And Antinutritive Content Of VIgna Unguiclata", Anachem Journal, Vol. 14, pp 741-744 |
| 83 | Onwukeme V.I.. , Eboatu A.N., Okoye P.A.C.,& Chine A.A.. (2008, April), "Production and Characterization of Interlocking Tiles Tyres,Ceramics ,Glass cullets and Cement Compositesom Scrap T", iAfrican Journal of Sciencescan, Vol. 2, (Issue -2), pp 313-320 |
| 84 | Onwukeme V. I.Chine A.A and Arinze R. U.. (2008, ), "Quality Assessment Of Boorehole Water In Nkpo, Anambra State, Nigeria", Anachem Journal, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 429-433 |
| 85 | Onwukeme V. I., and Chine A.A. (2008, ), "Indoor Sulphur Dioxide Concentration InSites Located At Nnamdi Azikiwe University And Eke Awka Market, Awka Anambra State Nigeria Using Palm's DiffusionTube", Anachem Journal, Vol. 3, (Issue 6), pp 519-521 |
| 86 | Chine A.A, Onwukeme V.I. Okoye P.A.C. andObiuchendu E c. (2008, ), "Environmental Exposure To Lead Due To Exhaust Fumes From Vehicular Movement, A Case Study Of Awka Metropolis", Anachem Journal, Vol. 3, (Issue 2), pp 564-571 |
| 87 | , Obiuchendu E. C.Eboatu A N. and..Onwukeme, V,I.. (2008, ), "Thermal Characteristic Of Some Tropical Timbers Used In Building Consruction", Anachem Journal, Vol. 3, (Issue 2), pp 512-576 |
| 88 | Ajiwe, V.I.E,OKeke C. A. Ogbuagu , J.O.,Ojukwu U. O. and Onwukeme ,V. I.. (1998, June), "Characterization And Application Of Oils Extracted From Canerium Scheweinfurtii, Vitex Doniana And Xylopia Aethiopica Fruit/Seed", Bioresourse Technology, Vol. 64, pp 249-252 |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Supervisions | |
|---|---|
| 1 | ") Application of AlCl3,MgCl2CaCl2 Ca(OH)2 and CaCO3 For Stabilizing Erosive Soil of Oraukwu Gully In Anambra State" (2019). Completed Doctorate project by 2015547001F |
| 2 | "Synthesis and Characterisation of Tetraaza Phenathroline Microcyclic Ligand and its Iron ,Magnasium and Nickel Complexes for Industrial Application" (2016). Completed Masters project by Ohaekenyem Emmanuel C.2012546057F |
| 3 | ". Levels of PAHs and Toxic Metals In Some Roasted Foods in Awka, Anambra State Nigeria" (2017). Completed Masters project by Tabugbo,B.I. 2012546002P |
| 4 | ".: Synthesis Characterisation and Antimicrobial Screening of 4-Amino—N-(1H Benzenimidazole-2-yl ,Benzenesulfonamide and its Metal Complexes" (2019). Completed Masters project by Arusiaba Sylvania Oge 2012546010P |
| 5 | "Synthesis and Characterisation of 4- Hydroxyl- 3- Methoxybenzylidene -4,(4-Chlorophenyl) Semicarbazone and Some Metal Complexes for Industrial purposes" (2019). Completed Masters project by Achonye Christian 20012546047F |
| 6 | ".Determination of Some Pollutants in Air, Soil and Water at Some Selected Flow Stations in Delta State, Nigeria" (2019). Completed Masters project by O.F.Otienajirhevwe 2015546004P |
| 7 | "Determination of Polychlorinated Biphenyls and Selected Heavy Metals in Ugwuaji Dumpsite Enugu State, Nigeria." (2019). Completed Masters project by Ozoelom Ogomegbunam Christian Collins . 2013 64 002P |
| 8 | "Source Identification and Risk Assessment of Some Heavy Metals in Selected Dumpsites in SOUTH East, Nigeria." (2019). Completed Masters project by Eze Victor 2015546007F |
| 9 | "Production and Characterization of Geopolymer Bricks From Locally Available Aluminosilicate Waste Material For Ballistic Tendency" (2021). Completed Masters project by Mekwunye, Steadfast Nosike 2014546014F |
| 10 | "Removal of Heavy Metals From Idustrial Wastewater Using Chemically Modified Carbn Composites" (2021). Completed Masters project by Ononihu, Chinenye Chidiogo 2015546006F |
| 11 | "Assessment of Metal and Antinutritional Contaminants in Palmwine from Selected Towns in Anambra State" (2021). Completed Masters project by 2014546017F |
| Editorships | |
| 1 | Editor, "Journal of Basic Physical Research" (May, 2021) |
| 2 | Editor, "FUTOJOURNALS" (June, 2017) |
| 3 | Editor, "A Publication of Chemical Society of Nigeria(Anambra State Chapter)" (September, 2017) |
| Reviewerships | |
| 1 | Reviewer, "International Journal of Environmental Analytical Chemistry(Taylor-Francis)" (September, 2021) |
| Examinerships | |
| 1 | Examiner, "Appointment of External Examiner" (June, 2019 to October, 2021). Completed External Exam |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Member, "Examination Misconduct Committee" (August, 2017 to October, 2018) |
| 2 | Supervisor, "Appointed Ph.D Supervisor" (October, 2017) |
| 3 | Member, "Workshop,Research &Exhibition Committee" (May, 2016 to September, 2018) |
| 4 | Council Member, "Amata Clan Representative To The Town Union Adazi Nnukwu" (September, 2016) |
| 5 | Supervisor, "Appointed MSc. Supervisor" (May, 2013) |
| 6 | Coordinator, "Coordinator Prescience Unit 2011 ,NAU, Awka" (February, 2011 to June, 2014) |
| 7 | Member, "LOC Anachem Conference" (October, 2011) |
| 8 | Treasurer, "Chemical Society of Nigeria, Anambra State Chapter" (April, 2010 to May, 2014) |
| 9 | ADVISER, "Staff Adviser Students' Chemical Society" (March, 2007 to January, 2014) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "Material Science and Technology Society of Nigeria" (member since 2013), https://msn.ng/ |
| 2 | Full Member, "Waste Management Society of Nigeria" - 10308 (member since 2008), https://www.wamason.org/ |
| 3 | Fellow Member, "Institute of Chartered Chemists of Nigeria" - 1/3/07/0375 (member since 2007), https://www.directory.org.ng/directory_institute_of_chartered_chemist_of_nigeria_iccon |
| 4 | Fellow Member, "Chemical Society of Nigeria" - CSN/ANB/00/027 (member since 2000), https://chemsociety.org.ng/ |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
|---|---|
| 1 | "Annaul Int. Conference/Workshop/Exhibition", (CSN Chemical Society of Nig.), 22nd November, 2020 to 27th November, 2020; Abuja |
| 2 | "Annaul Int. Conference/Workshop/Exhibition", (CSN Chemical Society of Nig.), 13th September, 2019 to 13th September, 2019; Lagos State |
| 3 | "Annaul Int. Conference/Workshop/Exhibition", (CSN Chemical Society of Nig.), 16th September, 2018 to 21st September, 2018; Ibadan |
| 4 | "Annaul Int. Conference/Workshop/Exhibition", (CSN Chemical Society of Nig.), 17th September, 2017 to 22nd September, 2017; Kaduna State |
| 5 | "Annaul Int. Conference/Workshop/Exhibition", (CSN Chemical Society of Nig.), 12th September, 2016 to 12th September, 2016; Bauchi |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "Training /Workshop onSpectroscopy/ Structure Elucidation UV-VIS, IR,NMR", (St Francis Hospital and Research Group, Enugu), 2nd December, 2016 to 3rd December, 2016; Enugu |
| 2 | "Computer Training", (Teknix Group Int. Ltd P. O, Box17872 Enugu), 12th August, 2001 to 17th August, 2021; Enugu |