Dr. Kelechi, Kenneth Osayi
Dr. Kelechi, Kenneth Osayi is a READER in SOCIOLOGY AND ANTHROPOLOGY Department, Faculty Of Social Sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
I am Dr kelechi Kenneth Osayi - an Associate Professor of Social Work and Correctional Studies. I hold a Ph.D in Social Work and Correctional Studies, MS.c in Social Work and Correctional Studies and a BS.c in Social Work and Community Development from the University of Nigeria Nsukka (UNN). My research interest covers Reformation, Rehabilitation and Reintegration of Discharged Prison Offenders and People with Substance Abuse challenges. I am currently an academic staff (Reader)in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka.
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Address: | Sociology And Anthropology, Faculty Of Social Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES |
Department/Sub-Unit: | SOCIOLOGY AND ANTHROPOLOGY |
Social Profiles
Interest Areas
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | University Of Nigeria Nsukka. (Doctor of Philosophy, January, 2017) October, 2005 to July, 2016 Social Work Social Work And Correctional Studies |
| 2 | University of Nigeria Nsukka. (Master Degree, February, 2005) April, 2000 to February, 2005 MS.c Social Work Social Work |
| 3 | University of Nigeria Nsukka. (Bachelor Degree, October, 2002) September, 1995 to January, 1999 MS.c Social Work And Community Development Social Work |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Sub-Dean, Nnamdi Azikiwe University; Faculty of Social Sciences April, 2023 to Present |
| 2 | Senior Lecturer, University of Ilorin; Department of Social Work August, 2021 to July, 2022 |
| 3 | Acting Head of Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University; Department of Sociology and Anthropology April, 2018 to April, 2018 |
| 4 | Acting Head of Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University; Department of Sociology and Anthropology November, 2016 to November, 2016 |
| 5 | Acting Head of Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University; Department of Sociology and Anthropology October, 2016 to October, 2016 |
| 6 | Acting Head of Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University; Department of Sociology and Anthropology November, 2015 to November, 2015 |
| 7 | Acting Head of Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University; Department of Sociology and Anthropology June, 2015 to June, 2015 |
| 8 | Student Staff Adviser, Nnamdi Azikiwe University; Department of Sociology and Anthropology November, 2014 to September, 2018 |
| 9 | Exam Officer 1, Nnamdi Azikiwe University; Department of Sociology and Anthropology February, 2012 to September, 2014 |
| 10 | Student Staff Adviser, Nnamdi Azikiwe University; Department of Sociology and Anthropology May, 2010 to April, 2012 |
| 11 | 1. Exam Officer 2, Nnamdi Azikiwe University; Department of Sociology and Anthropology October, 2007 to August, 2012 |
| 12 | Deputy Coordinator Social Work Programme, Nnamdi Azikiwe University; Department of Sociology and Anthropology February, 2007 to November, 2016 |
Creative Output
| Book Chapters | |
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| 1 | Osayi, K.K., Onyedinefu, A.O.. (2021, January) Social Deviance and Social Control Fab Anieh Nig. Ltd., pp 1--20 |
| 2 | 1. Osayi, K. K., Onyedinefu, A. O. (2021, July) Social Deviance and Control School of General Studies, UNIZIK Awka, pp 1-20 |
| 3 | Mathias B. A., Nwankwo I. U., Oli N. P., Osayi, K. K. (2018, June) Industrializing Africa: Issues, Problems and Prospects. A Book of Reading. A publication of UNIZIK Business School, 978-9788415-68-8, pp 142-155 |
| 4 | Osayi, K.K.,. (2017, March) Cyber Bullying And Cyber Stalking: A Conceptual Analysis Ahmadu Bello University Press Limited, (Pp. 29-46), pp 29-46 |
| 5 | Osayi, K.K.. (2016, February) Implications Of Ageing In Human Society Fab Anieh Nig. Ltd., pp 17-35 |
| 6 | Osayi, K.K, Opara, E.R.. (2015, September) Socio-Economic Determinants of Cyber Crime: Implication for Sustainable Development. Fab Anieh Nig. Ltd., pp 114-128 |
| 7 | Osayi, K.K.. (2013, July) The Centrality of Social Change Change in Human Society Fab Anieh Nig. Ltd., pp 178-204 |
| 8 | Osayi, K.K.. (2011, March) Social System in Modern Societies: Meaning, Classification and Functions. Agmasum Printers & Publishers., pp 263-278 |
| 9 | Osayi, K.K.. (2011, August) Culture in Human Society: Meaning, Characteristics and Importance Agmasum Printers & Publishers., pp 299-306 |
| 10 | Osayi, K.K.. (2011, July) Social Development Fab Anieh Nig. Ltd., pp 209-229 |
| 11 | Osayi, K.K., Nwankwo I.U.. (2009, August) Social Classification; Meaning, History, Theories, And Consequence To Mankind Fab Anieh Nig. Ltd., pp 87-97 |
| 12 | Osayi, K.K.. (2009, September) Crime Prevention In Nigeria; The Role of The Police. Fab Anieh Nig. Ltd., pp 99-124 |
| Journal Articles | |
| 1 | Kelechi Kenneth Osayi, Ejimofor Raphael Opara. (2023, October), "MIGRATION FOR SURVIVAL IN NIGERIA: INTERROGATING CAUSATIONS AND CONSEQUENCES", NIGERIAN JOURNAL OF ARTS AND HUMANITIES (NJAH), Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 1-13 |
| 2 | 1. Onwe, M., Metu, A. G., Obi, K., Uzoechina, B., & Osayi, K. K.. (2023, May), "Impact of Monetary Policy on Consumption Expenditure in Nigeria", Journal of International Economic Relations and Development Economics, Vol. 3, (Issue 2), pp 1-13 |
| 3 | Kelechi Kenneth Osayi. (2023, September), "Reintegration Challenges of Discharged Prisoners in Awka South Local Government Area, Anambra State.", Socialscientia Journal of the Social Sciences and Humanities, Vol. 8, (Issue 3), pp 54-63 |
| 4 | 1. Kenechukwu C. Nwafor, Gabriel O. Oguamanam & kelechi K. Osayi. (2022, February), "Negative Public Perception and Re-offending of Discharged Offenders in Anambra State, Nigeria", Socialscientia Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 60-73 |
| 5 | Osayi, K.K., Onuoha, F.I.. (2020, July), "Socio-Psychological Effects Of Awaiying Trial Inmates On Prisoners In Nigeria: A Study Of Enugu State Prison.", Journal of Sociology, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 217-231 |
| 6 | OGBU Emmanuel, OSAYI Kenneth Kelechi, UZOEBO Chiebuka. (2020, October), "Causes, Effects, And Community Response To Photochemical Smog In Lagos Metropolis, Nigeria.", The Nigerian Journal of Medical Sociology, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 109-125 |
| 7 | EZEKWE Emmanuel Chika, NWANKWO Ignatius Uche & OSAYI Kelechi Kenneth. (2020, October), "Factors Influencing Alcohol Consumption Among Mothers Of Reproductive Age In Anambra State, Southeast Nigeria", The Nigeria Journal of Medical Sociology:, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 1-19 |
| 8 | Ezekwe Emmanuel Chika, Nwankwo Ignatius Uche, Osayi, Kelechi Kenneth. (2019, July), "Prevalence, Pattern And Factors Inlfuencing Alcohol Consumption Among Mothers Of Reproductive Age In Some Selected Societies: Lessons For Intervention Agencies", Journal of Health and Social Inquiry, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 149-176 |
| 9 | Ezenwa, M.O., Osayi, K.K.. (2018, August), "Corruption, The Enigma Of Underdevelopment In Nigeria: Issues, Challenges And Prospects.", Practicum Psychologia, Vol. 3, (Issue 1) |
| 10 | Ejimofor Raphael Opara, Kelechi Kenneth Osayi, Nwankwo, Ignatius Uche, Oli, Nneka Perpetua. (2016, March), "Portrayals Of Socio-Structural Issues In Homosexuality By The Social Media In Nigeria: A Theoretical Discourse", Global Journal of Human Social Science Research (GJHSSR), Vol. 16, (Issue 5), pp 26-32 |
| 11 | OPARA, Ejimofor Raphael, OSAYI, Kelechi Kenneth. (2016, May), "Factors Affecting The Utilization Of Herbal Medicine As A Livelihood Alternative Among Residents Of Imo State: The Role Of Social Work Professionals", Journal of Humanities and Social Science (IOSR-JHSS), Vol. 5, (Issue 3), pp 1-3 |
| 12 | Kelechi K. Osayi. (2015, January), "Socio-Cultural Factors Affecting Reintegration Of Discharged Prisoners In Ananmbra State, Nigeria.", International Journal of Social Science and Humanity, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 39-43, Doi:10.7763/jssh. 2015.v5.418 |
| 13 | Mathias B.A., Osayi, K.K., Opara, E.R.. (2015, January), "Policy Implication Of Herbal Medicine Practice To Nation Building: The Case Of Nigeria", Australian Journal of Industry Research, pp 19-28, ISSN: 2203-9449 (Print) ISSN: 2203-9457 (Online |
| 14 | Harry Obi-Nwosu, Nwokeji Ngozi, Kelechi Osayi.. (2014, March), "Embarassability, Psychoticism And Tendencyto Engage In Examination Misconduct Among Nigerian Sample.", International Journal of Development and Sustainability, Vol. 3, (Issue 8), pp 1648-1657, ISDS Article ID: IJDS14041301 |
| 15 | Ugwuoke, C.O., Osayi, K.K.. (2014, January), "Theoretical Analysis Of Some Punishment Paradigms In The Criminal Justice System", https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-pzEV8iw0XXeYaGqRROE-q9Dpmq0GGPV/view?usp=drive_link, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 70-81 |
| 16 | Ezeah, P.C., Osayi, K.K.. (2014, July), "Terrorism, And Security Challenges In Nigeria: Causes Consequences And Prospects.", Social Science Research, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 150-164 |
| 17 | Kelechi Kenneth Osayi. (2013, September), "An Assessment of the Reformation and Rehabilitation Programmes of the Prisons in South East Nigeria; Implications for Social Work Profession.", Journal of Nigerian Association of Social Work Educators, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 78-114 |
| 18 | Osayi, K.K.. (2013, October), "Socio-Cultural Factors Affecting Reintegration Of Discharged Prisoners In Ananmbra State, Nigeria.", Mediterranean Journal of Social Sciences, Vol. 4, (Issue 10), Doi:10.5901/mjss.2013.v4n10p775 |
| 19 | Osayi, K.K.. (2013, September), "A Theoretical Assessment Of The Reformation And Rehabilitation Programmes Of The Prisons In South East Nigeria: Implications For Social Work Profession.", Journal of Sociology, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 198-215, 1.4066.0326 |
| 20 | Osayi, K.K.. (2011, April), "Ethics, Human Rights And Proactive Fight Against Crime In Nigeria", International Journal of Health and Social Inquiry (LAHSOR),, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 72-81 |
| 21 | Osayi, K.K., Nwoye, U.. (2010, May), "Poverty, And Poverty Reduction In Africa: The Contributions Of Non-Governmental Agencies (NGOs).", Journal of Sociology, Vol. 4, (Issue 2), pp 128-144 |
| 22 | Nwankwo, I.U., Osayi K.K.. (2010, June), "Problems And Prospects Of Safeguarding Health Values And Rights To Health In A Reform Prone Nigeria Society.", International Journal of Development and Management Review (INJODEMAR), Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 150-159 |
| 23 | Nwankwo, I.U., Osayi K.K.. (2010, December), "The Quest For Health System Development In Sub-Saharan Africa: How Africans Undermine Development Partners And Donor Agencies", A Journal of Arts and Social Science.,, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 299-312, DOI: 10.13140/RG.2.1.4328.1766 |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | Kelechi Kenneth Osayi.. (2023, May), "Human Rights and Status of Inmates in Nigeria Correctional Institutions: A Case for Social Work Intervention", , Abstract Acceptance Code: 2023/AB/63715 |
| 2 | Osayi, K. K.. (2023, December), "The Socio-Cultural Factors affecting the Rehabilitation and Reintegration of Discharged Prisoners in Anambra State, South East Nigeria", 2nd International Conference on Humanity, Culture and Society (ICHCS) |
| 3 | Osayi, Kelechi Kenneth, Opara, Ejiofor. R.. (2018, September), "MIGRATION FOR SURVIVAL IN NIGERIA: INTERROGATING CAUSATION AND CONSEQUENCES", Department of Social Work, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, pp 396-407 |
| 4 | K. K. Osayi. (2011, April), "The Complementary Roles of School Social Work in the Educational Development of a Child.", National Association of Social Work Educators |
| 5 | Ezenwa, M. O. & Osayi K. k.. (2009, July), "Corruption, the Enigma of Underdevelopment in Nigeria: Issues, Challenges and Prospects", Faculty of Social Science International Conference |
| Other Relevant Publications | |
| 1 | Osay, K K. "Police Victimization, Brutality and Torture in Nigeria", (Presentation, 2010 November) |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Supervisions | |
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| 1 | "Patterns and Consequences of Alcohol Consumption among Mothers of Reproductive Age." (2019). Completed Masters project by Ezekwe Emmanuel Chika, 2016156009f |
| 2 | "Public Perception of the Role of the Judiciary in Crime Control in Anambra State Nigeria" (2024). Ongoing Masters project by Clifford Eze 2023156001FA |
| 3 | "ASSESSING THE IMPACT OF ETHNIC MARGINALIZATION ON NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA: THE CASE OF SOUTHEAST GEOPOLITICAL ZONE" (2024). Ongoing Masters project by Ahariwa-Amaechi, Noble Chinuru (2022PCMR6002PA) |
| 4 | "Parents and caregiver's Perception of sociocultural Factors Influencing Female Adolescents Behaviour in Awka South local Government of Anambra state" (2024). Ongoing Masters project by Ezike Shalom Joseph (218135004F) |
| 5 | "THE PERCEIVED IMPACT OF DRUG ABUSE ON INSECURITY IN ANAMBRA STATE, NIGERIA" (2024). Ongoing Masters project by IFEATU, AUGUSTINA IFEYINWA (2022156002PA) |
| Grants | |
| 1 | Awardee: "ACU Early Careers Academics Grants" (August, 2013 to July, 2014). Completed sponsored grant by Association of Commonwealth Universities ) |
| Editorships | |
| 1 | Editor, "Journal of Social Work in Developing Societies (JSWDS)" (August, 2021) |
| 2 | Chief Editor, "Social Deviance and Control" (July, 2021) |
| 3 | Editor, "The Nigerian Journal of Medical Sociology" (October, 2019) |
| 4 | Editor, "Social Science Discourses: Exploring Issues in the Social Sciences" (July, 2013) |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Sub-Dean, "Faculty of Social Sciences" (April, 2023) |
| 2 | Sabbatical, "University of Ilorin; Department of Social Work" (September, 2021 to August, 2022) |
| 3 | Chairman, "Faculty of Social Science committee on Infrastructure and Environment" (September, 2019 to August, 2020) |
| 4 | Co-coordinator, "GST 106, (Social Sciences)" (November, 2019 to October, 2020) |
| 5 | Member, "Student Union Electoral Commission (UNECO)" (February, 2019 to January, 2020) |
| 6 | Chairman, "Faculty of Social Science Task Force on Monitoring of New Faculty Building" (January, 2018 to February, 2020) |
| 7 | Chairman, "Faculty of Social Sciences Committee on Works" (January, 2018 to January, 2020) |
| 8 | Member, "University Task force on Monitoring of University Library" (May, 2017 to April, 2019) |
| 9 | Chairman, "ASUU NAU Electoral Committee" (July, 2014 to August, 2014) |
| 10 | Member, "Senate Ceremonial/Convocation Committee" (October, 2012 to September, 2013) |
| 11 | Member, "Student Union Electoral Commission (UNECO)" (December, 2012 to January, 2013) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "Association of Social Work Educators of Nigeria (ASWEN)" - 032 (member since 2022), https://asswa.org/association-of-social-work-educators-of-nigeria-aswen-national-conference-2022/# |
Relevant Events Attended
| Other Events | |
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| 1 | "Emerging And Contemporary Social Issues, The Place Of Social Work Education And Practice In Nigeria", (Department of Social Work, Faculty of the Social Sciences University of Nigeria Nsukka), 12th September, 2018 to 13th September, 2018; Princess Alexandria Auditorium University of Nigeria Nsukka |
| 2 | "2016 Post Graduate Research Workshop: Train The Trainer", (School of Postgraduate Studies Nnamdi Azikiwe University Akwa), 31st October, 2016 to 14th November, 2016; Postgraduate Hall UNIZIK |
| 3 | "The Socio-Cultural Factors Affecting The Rehabilitation And Reintegration Of Discharged Prisoners In Anambra State, South East Nigeria", (2nd International Conference on Humanity, Culture and Society (ICHCS)), 29th December, 2013 to 31st December, 2013; Kuala Lumpur Malaysia |
| 4 | "Societal Values, Corruption And Security", (Nigerian Anthropological and Sociological Association (NASA)), 5th November, 2012 to 9th November, 2012; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 5 | "The Complementary Roles Of School Social Work In Educational Development Of A Child", (National Association of Social Work Educators), 2nd April, 2011 to 3rd April, 2011; University of Ibadan |
| 6 | "Development Of Informal Policing Strategy", (Nigeria Police Department 'F' Force Headquarters, Abuja), 12th October, 2010 to 1st October, 2021; National Union of Teachers Secretariat DLA Asaba Delta State |
| 7 | "Social Values And Reintegration Of Discharged Prisoners In Nigeria: Implication For National Development", (Nigerian Association of Clinical Psychologists (NACP)), 15th September, 2009 to 18th September, 2009; Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Chime Avenue, New Haven Enugu, Enugu State |
| 8 | "How Africans Underdevelop Africa", (Faculty of Social Sciences), 9th July, 2009 to 10th July, 2009; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 9 | "Poverty, And Poverty Reduction In Africa: The Contributions Of Non-Governmental Agencies (NGOs).", (Department of Sociology and Anthropology), 22nd April, 2009 to 24th April, 2009; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |