Chidi Emmanuel Akunne
Chidi Emmanuel Akunne is a PROFESSOR in ZOOLOGY Department, Faculty Of Bio-sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Address: | Zoology, Faculty Of Bio-sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF BIO-SCIENCES |
Department/Sub-Unit: | ZOOLOGY |
Social Profiles
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Doctor of Philosophy, October, 2011) October, 2006 to October, 2011 P.hD Zoology |
| 2 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Master Degree, August, 2001) October, 1985 to October, 1999 M. Sc Pest Management |
| 3 | Anambra State University of Technology. (Bachelor Degree, August, 1991) October, 1987 to August, 1991 B.Sc Applied Biology |
| 4 | Ministry for federal capital territory co-educational school, Karshi (Govt. Sec. Sch. Karshi). (SSCE, June, 1986) September, 1984 to June, 1986 |
| 5 | No. 1 Arondizuogu Community School. (FSLC, June, 1979) January, 1970 to July, 1976 |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Head, Department of Zoology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka October, 2019 to Present |
| 2 | Coordinator Pre-Medical Programme, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka November, 2013 to October, 2019 |
Creative Output
| Books | |
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| 1 | Nsofor, C.I., Okeke, J.J., Akunne, C.E. & Muogbo, T.. (2018, July) Introductory Zoology (Fundamentals & Concepts) Philmab Resources Awka Anambra State, pp 117 |
| 2 | Ewuim, S.C., Okeke, J.J, Akunne, C.E.,Mogbo, T.C., Nsofor, C.I. Aribodor, O.B., Ufele, A.N., Ezeonyejiaku, C.D.. (2017, March) Field Trip Manual for Ecology De-Emeralds Printing and Publishing, pp 76 |
| 3 | Okeke, J.J.; Anizoba, M.A., Ebenebe C. I and Akunne C.E. (2009, June) Practical Invertebrate Zoology for the tropics (A student Guide) Eunique Press and Computer, pp 87 |
| Book Chapters | |
| 1 | Akunne C.E.. (2017, February) Vertebrates in C.E.Akunne and K.I. Ubaoji (Ed). A Handbook Series on Joint Universities Preliminary Examination Board Biology. Instamatic Technologies, pp 352 |
| 2 | Akunne C.E.. (2012, January) Cells: In M.U. Orji (Ed) Fundamentals of Modern Biology De Emeralds Books, pp 247 |
| 3 | Akunne C.E.. (2012, March) Heredity and variation: In M.U. Orji (Ed) Fundamentals of Modern Biology De Emeralds Books, pp 247 |
| Journal Articles | |
| 1 | Ononye, B. U., Kalu, C. R., Okeke, T. E., Akunne, C. E., Onyewuchi, K. C., Okafor, K. P., & Oboho, D. E... (2022, April), "Growth Performance of Albino Rats Orally Administered with Honey from Apis mellifera adansonii and Refined Sugar at Varying Levels", Annual Research & Review in Biology, Vol. 37, (Issue 3), pp 41-48 |
| 2 | Okere C. I. Adaigbe V. C., Aneni T. I. Ogbebor C. O., Aghayedo C. O. & Akunne C. E. (2021, May), "Efficacy of Two Selected Botanical Extracts to Protect Wood from Damage When Exposed to Termite Attack", International Journal of Agriculture and Earth Science, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 1-10 |
| 3 | Anumba, I. A., Akunne, C. E., Ononye, B. U., & Chidi, C. A.. (2020, December), "Assessment on Colonization, Absconding and Honey Yield by African Honeybee Colonies Reared in Hives with Different Colours in Awka, South-Eastern Nigeria", Journal of Apiculture, Vol. 35, (Issue 4), pp 199-204 |
| 4 | Okeke, T. E., Ewuim, S. C., Akunne, C. E., & Ononye, B.U.. (2019, January), "Survey of edible insects in relation to their habitat and abundance in Awka and environ", International Journal of Entomology Research, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 17–21 |
| 5 | Ononye, B.U. and Akunne, C. E.. (2019, March), "Microclimate, Colonization, Colony Strength and Absconding of Apis mellifera adansonii Reared in Hives with Modified Entrances", Journal of Apiculture, Vol. 34, (Issue 2), pp 117~123 |
| 6 | Okere C. I., Akunne C. E., Adaigbe V. C., Aneni T. I., Ogbebor C. O., Adeh S.. (2019, May), "Toxicity of Two Selected Plant Extracts on Termites, Macrotermes Spp. (Isoptera: Termitidae)", umerianz Journal of Agriculture and Veterinary, Vol. 2, (Issue 7), pp 49-54 |
| 7 | Akunne, C. E., Ugonkwo, K. M., Ononye, B. U., Chidi, C. A., & Okafor, K. P. (2019, January), "The Susceptibility Status of Anopheles gambiae S.L Populations in Ifite-Awka, Anambra State to Standard Insecticides", The Bioscientist Journal, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 15-27 |
| 8 | Akunne, C. E.; Okeke, E.M. and Ononye, B.U.. (2018, December), "Toxicity of Root Powder of Derris elliptica for the Control of Kola Weevil, Balanogastriskolaein the Stored Kolanut", Advances in Bioscience and Bioengineering, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 1-11 |
| 9 | Abajue, M.C, Ewuim, S.C. and Akunne, C.E.. (2017, May), "Insect Larvae Recovered from Decomposing Pig Carrions in Okija, Anambra State, Nigeria", Animal Research International, Vol. 14, (Issue 2), pp 2764 – 2768 |
| 10 | Ononye, B. U. and Akunne, C. E.. (2017, November), "The Effects of Time and Beehive Entrance on Colony Establishment of African Honeybees, Apis mellifera adansonii", Journal of Apiculture, Vol. 32, (Issue 1), pp 21-28 |
| 11 | Akunne, C. E., Akpan, A.U. and Ononye, B. U.. (2016, November), "Pattern of Nectariferous Plant Diversity of African Honeybee (Apis mellifera adansonii L.) in Awka and Agulu Environs, Southeast Nigeria", Journal of Apiculture, Vol. 31, (Issue 4), pp 281-291 |
| 12 | Akunne, C. E., Akpan, A.U. and Ononye, B.U.. (2016, November), "A Checklist of Nectariferous and Polleniferous Plants of African Honeybees (Apis mellifera adansonii L.) in Awka, Nigeria", Journal of Apiculture, Vol. 31, (Issue 4), pp 379-387 |
| 13 | Akunne, C. E.; Mogbo, T.C.; Ewuim, S. C.; Ufele, A. N.; Abajue, M.C. and Okafor, K. P.. (2015, September), "Relationship between Ambient and Top-bar Hive temperatures in relation to optimal production of honey in fallow and cassava plots at science village, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Nigeria", Journal of International Academic Research for Multidisciplinary, Vol. 3, (Issue 3), pp 95-100 |
| 14 | Akunne, C.E, and Ononye, B.U.. (2015, July), "Entomocidal effect of a local spicy and fruit peel powders as rice grain protectant against Sitophilus oryzae (L.) Coleoptera: Curculionidae", Journal of Entomology and Zoology Studies, Vol. 3, (Issue 3), pp 208-211 |
| 15 | Akunne, C.E.; Chima, G.N, Ononye, B.U. and Okafor, K.P.. (2015, May), "Comparative Efficacy of Cymbopogon citratus and Psidium guajava Powders as Poison against Sitophilus zeamais (Motschulsky) in Stored Maize Grains.", Open Science Journal of Bioscience and Bioengineering, Vol. 2, (Issue 4), pp 41-44 |
| 16 | Abajue, M.C, Ewuim, S.C and Akunne, C.E.. (2015, May), "Preliminary Checklist of Beetles Associated with Pig Carrions Decomposition in Okija, Anambra State, Nigeria", Animal Research International, Vol. 12, (Issue 2), pp 2166 – 2170 |
| 17 | Ogu R. A., Ewuim S. C., Akunne C. E., Ononye B. U., Abajue M. C.. (2015, August), "Evaluation of the Use of Orange Flavour Essence as Killing Agent in Trapping of Insects in a Fallow Plot in Awka, Nigeria", American Journal of Biology and Life Sciences, Vol. 3, (Issue 5), pp 147-150 |
| 18 | Akunne, C. E.; Ewuim, S. C.; Mogbo, T.C.; Ngenegbo, U.C.; Ononye, B.U. and Okwuosah, K.O.. (2015, January), "Relative abundance of mosquitoes in Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka", The Bioscientist, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 39-44 |
| 19 | Ewuim, S.C., Akunne, C.E., Abajue, M.C., Nwankwo, E.N. and Faniran, O.J.. (2015, June), "Challenges of E-waste Pollution to Soil Environments in Nigeria - A Review", Animal Research International, Vol. 11, (Issue 2), pp 1976-1981 |
| 20 | Akunne, C.E.; Ufele, A.N.; Ozonnadi, A.P.; Mogbo, T.C. and Ononye, B.U. (2014, January), "Evaluation of Piper guineense Fruit Powder as a Short-Term Protectant against Dermestes maculatus (Degeer) in Dry Fish", Journal of Entomology and Zoology Studies, Vol. 2, (Issue 5), pp 373-375 |
| 21 | Akunne, C.E., Obiefuna O.I. and Ononye, B.U.. (2014, November), "Lethal effects of Anarcadium occidentale (L.), Carica papaya (L.) and Azadirachta indica (A. Juss) leaf powders on Sitophilus oryzae(L.) in rice grains.", Journal of Entomology and Zoology Studies, Vol. 2, (Issue 6), pp 144-146 |
| 22 | Akunne, C. E.; Ononye, B.U. and Ojemro, R.T.. (2014, July), "Mixed application of peel and leaf powders of two common fruits as wheat grain protectant against Sitophilus oryzae(L.)(Coleoptera:Curculidae).", Discourse Journal of Agriculture and Food Sciences,, Vol. 2, (Issue 12), pp 309-313 |
| 23 | Akunne, C.E., Ezu, V.A, Mogbo, T.C., Ononye, B. U., and Ngenegbo, U.C.. (2014, March), "Comparative Evaluation of the Root Powder of Lonchocarpus cyanescens for the Control of Sitophilus zeamais (Motschulsky) in Maize and Wheat.", American Journal of Life Sciences, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 53-56 |
| 24 | Akunne, C.E., Afonta, C.N., Mogbo, T.C., Ononye, B. U., and Ngenegbo, U.C.. (2014, April), "Evaluation Of The Efficacy Of Mixed Powders Of Piper Guineense And Zingiber Officinale Against Callosobruchus Maculatus (F.) (Coleoptera: Bruchidae)", American Journal of Biology and Life Sciences, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 63-67 |
| 25 | Akunne, C.E, Ononye, B.U, Mogbo, T.C and Ngenegbo, U.C.. (2014, June), "Evaluation of Zingiber officinale (Schum and Thonn) and Piper guineense (Roscoe) Powders for the Control of Sitophilus oryzae (L.) (Coleoptera: Curculionidae)", American Journal of Life Sciences Researches, Vol. 2, (Issue 3), pp 342-348. |
| 26 | Akunne, C. E., Ewuim, S. C., Chukwunyere, L. C., Abajue, M.C. and Ononye, B. U.. (2014, June), "Efficacy Of Ogiri Produced From Mesquite Seed As Bait In Trapping Of Insects In A Fallow Plot In Awka, Anambra State", Animal Research International, Vol. 11, (Issue 2), pp 1994 – 1997 |
| 27 | Mogbo, T.C.; Okeke, T.E. and Akunne, C.E.. (2014, June), "Studies on the Resistance of Cowpea Seed (Vigna unguiculata) to Weevil (Callosobruchus maculatus) Infestation", American Journal of Zoological Research, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 37-40 |
| 28 | Abajue, M.C.; Ewuim, S.C. and Akunne, C. E.. (2014, November), "Preliminary checklist of flies associated with Pig carrions decomposition in Okija, Anambra State Nigeria", Animal Research International, Vol. 11, (Issue 1), pp 1899-1904 |
| 29 | Akunne, C.E.; Ozigbo, J.I.; Mogbo, T.C. Ononye, B.U. and Ngenegbo, U.C. (2014, May), "Assessment of Root powder of Indigo vine (Lonchocarpus cyanescens) for the control of Maize weevil (Sitophilus zeamais, (Motschulsky) on stored maize", Journal of Life Sciences Researches, Vol. 2, (Issue 3), pp 360-366 |
| 30 | Akunne, CE., Ononye,B.U. and Mogbo,T.C.. (2013, July), "Insects: friends or enemies", Global Journal of Health and Agriculture, Vol. 2, (Issue 3), pp 134-140 |
| 31 | Akunne, C. E.; Ononye, B. U.; and Mogbo, T. C. (2013, August), "Evaluation of the Efficacy of Mixed Leaf Powders of Vernonia amygdalina (L.) and Azadirachta indica (A. Juss) Against Callosobruchus maculatus (F.) (Coleoptera: Bruchidae)", Advances in Bioscience and Bioengineering., Vol. 1, (Issue 2), pp 85-95 |
| 32 | Ufele A.N., Nnajidenma U.P., Ebenebe C.I., Mogbo T.C., Aziagba B.O. and Akunne C.E. (2013, September), "The Effect of Azadirachta indica (Neem) Leaf Extract on Longevity of Snails (Achatina achatina).", International Research journal of Biological Sciences, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 61-63 |
| 33 | Ufele, A. N.; Ozuluonye, E. C.; Akunne, E.C.; Aziagba, B.O.; Mogbo, T.C. and Okeke, J.J.. (2013, March), "Evaluation of the Antinociceptive (Anti Pain) Activity of Prosopis africana using formalin test on Rats.", Research Journal of Animal, Veterinary and Fishery Sciences, Vol. 1, (Issue 4), pp 1- 4 |
| 34 | Abajue, M.C.; Ewuim, S.C. and Akunne, C. E.. (2013, March), "Insects Associated with Decomposing Pig Carrions in Okija, Anambra State, Nigeria", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 1, (Issue 1) |
| 35 | Ufele, A. N., Ebenebe, C. I., Igwe, I. I., Mogbo, T. C., Akunne, E. C. and Aziagba, B. O. (2013, July), "The Effects of Drumstick Tree (Moringa oleifera) Leaf Meal on the Average Weight Gain of Domestic Rabbits (Oryctolagus cuniculus).", The Bioscientist, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 106-108 |
| 36 | Ukpaka, C.G. and Akunne, C. (2013, June), "Identification of the fish Fauna of Agulu, Lake, Agulu, Anambra State", International Journal of Agriculture and BiosciencesInternational Journal of Agriculture and Biosciences, Vol. 2, (Issue 5), pp 248-251 |
| 37 | Akunne, C.E.; Ojemro, R.T and Ononye, B.U.. (2012, August), "Assessment of mixed powders of Citrus sinensis and Psidium guajava against Sitophilus oryzae (L) in rice grains", Journal of International Academic Research for Multidisciplinary, Vol. 3, (Issue 6), pp 163-169 |
| 38 | Ewuim, S.C., Akunne, C.E. and Faniran, O.J.. (2012, April), "The Role of Soil Insects as Allogenic Ecosystem Engineers in Nigeria", Environtropica, Vol. 8, pp 186-192 |
| 39 | Nwankwo, E. N; Egwuatu, R.I.; Okonkwo, N.J; Ozumba, N.A; Ewuim, S.C.; Okolo, K.K. and Akunne, C.E.. (2012, February), "Toxicity of Novaluron (Mosquiron®100EC) compared to Annona muricata seed oil extract against the larvae of Aedes aegypti", Asian Journal of Microbiology, Biotechnology and Environmental Sciences, Vol. 14, (Issue 4), pp 481-488 |
| 40 | Ewuim, S.C; Akunne, C.E; Anumba, A.I. and Etaga, H.O.. (2011, March), "Insects associated with wine from Raphia palm (Raphia hookeri) in Alor, Nigeria.", Animal Research International, Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 1328-1336 |
| 41 | Ewuim, S.C., Akunne, C.E., Anumba, A.I. and Etega, H.O.. (2010, January), "Insects associated with Palm wine from oil Palm (Elaeis guineensis) in Alor, Southeastern Nigeria", Nigerian Journal of Entomology, Vol. 27, pp 83-88 |
| 42 | Akunne, C.E.. (2008, March), "Effect of cassava variety on Oviposition and Development of larger Grain Borer-Prostephanustroncatus Horn (Coleopera: Bostrichidea)", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 774-776 |
| 43 | Ewuim, S.C., Ibeabuchi E.N., Nsofor, C.I. and Akunne. C.E.. (2008, February), "The effect of Biocyn on the early growth of broiler chicks of domestic fowl (Gallus domesticus)", Natural and Applied Science Journal, Vol. 9, (Issue 3), pp 263-271 |
| 44 | Ewuim, S.C., Oji, K.I., Akunne, C.E. and Ezeani, I. (2006, February), "Use of pit fall Traps in the study of the Diel Activities Rhythms of insects using two flavour essence, and formalin in an Agricultural Farmland in Awka, Nigeria", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 151-158 |
| 45 | Ewuim, S.C, Akunne, C., Orji, K.I and Ezeani, I.. (2006, February), "Study of the rhythmic activity of insect using three killing agents in pitfall traps in an Arable plot in Awka, Nigeria", Natural and Applied Science Journal, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 183-189 |
| 46 | Ajiwe, V.I.E., Ogbuka, C.I and Akunne, C.E.. (2004, June), "Preliminary Characterization of the Active Ingredients from Zanthoxylum gilletti and Alstonia boonei", World Journal of Biotechnology, Vol. 5, pp 801-810 |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | Akunne, C. E., Ewuim, S.C., Ononye, B U., and Chidi, C.A. (2018, October), "Sustainable Apiculture: A Tool For Job Creation Through Production Of Honey And Other Hive Products In Nigeria.", Book of Abstracts 47th Annual Conference of Entomological Society of Nigeria,, pp 54 |
| 2 | Chidi, C.A., Ezeonyejiaku, C.D., Akunne, C.E. and Ononye, B U.. (2017, October), "Zingiber Officinale And Capsicum Annuum As Short-term Protectants Against Orizaephilus Surinamensis In Stored Melon Seeds", Book of Abstracts 47th Annual Conference of Entomological Society of NigeriaBook of Abstracts 48th Annual Conference of Entomological Society of Niger, pp 91 |
| 3 | Akpan, A.U., Akunne C.E., Chikezie, F.M., Oboho, D.E. and Ononye, B.U.. (2016, October), "A Survey Of Insects Associated With Selected Dumpsites In Uyo Metropolis, Akwa Ibom State Nigeria", Book of Abstracts 47th Annual Conference of Entomological Society of Nigeria, pp 63 |
| 4 | Akunne, C.E. and Ononye, B.U.. (2015, October), "The Contributions Of Entomologists Towards Food Security", Biosciences Research: Agricultural and Nutritional Perspective, ICBR2015-AN004, pp 45 |
| 5 | Akunne, C.E., Ewuim, S.C., Chidi, C.K., Ononye, B.U. and Akpan, A.U.. (2015, October), "Appraisal Of Occupational Health Hazards Facing Beekeepers In Awka And Environs", Book of Abstracts 46th Annual Conference of Entomological Society of Nigeria, pp 110 |
| 6 | Ononye, B.U. and Akunne, C. E.. (2015, August), "Apitoxin As A Veritable Tool In Contemporary Biomedicine", Biosciences Research: Health/Medical Perspective, ICBR2015-HM006, pp 18 |
| 7 | Ononye, B.U. and Akunne, C.E.. (2015, November), "Apiculture: A Tool For Nation Building", Book of Abstracts 2nd Biennial Nigeria Beekeeping Conference, pp 16 |
| 8 | Akunne, C.E., Ewuim, S.C., Ngenegbo, U.C., Ononye, B.U. and Abajue, M.C.. (2014, October), "Homestead Apiculture: A Panacea To Poor Health Conditions Of Nigerians", Book of Abstracts 45th Annual Conference of Entomological Society of Nigeria, pp 19 |
| 9 | Akunne, C.E., Ewuim, S.C., Ngenegbo, U.C., Ononye, B.U. and Abajue, M.C.. (2014, October), "Apitherapy: A Complementary Therapy In Health Care Delivery In Nigeria.", Book of Abstracts 45th Annual Conference of Entomological Society of Nigeria, pp 19 |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Supervisions | |
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| 1 | "Toxicity and repellent effect of two selected plant extracts on termites, Macrotermesspp. (Isoptera: Termitidae)" (2018). Completed Masters project by Okere, Chidinma Ijeoma (NAU/PG/MSc/2015596010F) |
| 2 | "Influence of Entrances on Hive Microclimate and Colony Development of African Honeybees in Awka" (2018). Completed Masters project by Ononye, Benjamin Uzonna (NAU/PG/MSc/2015596002F) |
| 3 | "A Study on the Prevalence of Intestinal Protozoan Infections among Children less than 12 years in selected Primary Schools in Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State, Nigeria" (2015). Completed Masters project by Anyanechi, Echezona Michael (NAU/PG/MSc/2012 596016P) |
| 4 | "Survey of Insects Associated with Honeybees (Apis mellifera L.) and their Control using dried roots of Indigo Vine (Derris elliptica) in Anambra State, Nigeria" (2015). Completed Masters project by Okafor, Kasarachi Patricia (NAU/PG/MSc/2011566006F) |
| 5 | "Insects Associated with Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus L.) In Awka, Anambra State" (2018). Completed Masters project by Udokang, Inieke Enefiok (NAU/PG/MSc/2016596005F) |
| 6 | "Survey of Nectariferous Plants Attractive to African Honeybee (Apis mellifera adansoniiL.) in Awka and Agulu Environs, Southeast Nigeria" (2016). Completed Masters project by Akpan Akaninyene Udoh (NAU/PG/MSc/2013596001F) |
| 7 | "Influence of Wood Species and Different Hive Colours on Performance of African Honeybee Colonies in Awka Southeast Nigeria" (2018). Completed Masters project by Anumba, Ifeoma Anthonia (NAU/PG/MSc/2016596002P) |