Lady Justina Chimezie Akulue

Lady Justina Chimezie Akulue is a LECTURER I in MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE Department, Faculty Of Health Science And Technology in Nnamdi Azikiwe University

Lady Justina Chimezie Akulue

Staff Profile

Justina Chimezie Akulue is a Medical Laboratory Scientist and a Parasitologist. She has special interest in Medical Microbiology (Parasitology Specialty) and other infectious diseases. She graduated with Higher National Diploma (HND) in Science Laboratory Technology (Microbiology option) at Institute of Management and Technology, Enugu. She later got an Associate in Medical Laboratory Science at Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi. She went further and got her Post Graduate Diploma (PGD) and Master of Science (M.Sc) both in Parasitology and Entomology in Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. She is currently running her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) programme.

Justina Akulue has published about 18 articles in both local and international journals. She has served the institution in several capacities including: Students' project supervision, Students course advising, Laboratory posting supervision, Teaching of practical and theory courses of 200 level to 500 level students of Medical Laboratory Science Department even 300 level theory courses of Nursing science and Radiography students. 

She has served as a Welfare Officer in the Faculty of Health Sciences and Technology. She is also a member of Academic Societies like: Association of Medical Laboratory Scientist Council of Nigeria (AMLSCN), Parasitology and Public Health Society of Nigeria (PPSN), American Society for Microbiology (ASM) etc.


Justina Akulue is a member of the Noble Order of Knight of St.John International(KSJI) Onitsha Grand Ladies Auxiliary and have held the following post in her Local AUxilliary: Past Respected president, Financial Secretary and currently a member of the Board of Trustee. She is currently the Vice President Catholic Women Organisation (C.W.O.) Onitsha Branch of her town (Abacha) and have served as Secretary of Abacha Development Union (A.D.U.) Onitsha Branch. She also served as the Vice President of the Catholic community in her Parish where she resides. She has given several health talk during Women August meeting of her Parish(ST. JOHN PAUL 11 CATHOLIC CHURCH 3-3 NKWELLEZUNAKA).

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Medical Laboratory Science, Faculty Of Health Science And Technology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.
Faculty/Unit:
FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Department/Sub-Unit:
MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE

Academic Qualifications

Degrees / Basic Certificates
1Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Master Degree, October, 2016)
October, 2011 to September, 2016
M.Sc Parasitology And Entomology
2Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Post-Graduate Degree, August, 2011)
October, 2008 to October, 2010
PGD Parasitology And Entomology
3Institute Of Management And Technology, Enugu. (HND, June, 2000)
October, 1996 to August, 1999
HND Science Laboratory Technology (Microbiology Option)
4GCE Examination Centre, Enugu. (GCE, December, 1996)
November, 1996 to December, 1996
GCE
5Loretto Special Science School, Adazi. (SSCE, September, 1991)
September, 1989 to June, 1991
WASSCE
6Adazi-Nnukwu Practising School. (FSLC, September, 1987)
September, 1979 to July, 1984
FSLC

Relevant/Working Experience

1Lecturer II, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State
August, 2020 to Present
2Assistant Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State
July, 2019 to August, 2020
3Principal Medical Laboratory Scientist, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State
October, 2016 to July, 2019
4Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State
October, 2013 to October, 2016
5Medical Laboratory Scientist, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State
August, 2007 to October, 2013
6Medical Laboratory Scientist, Resurrection Medical Laboratory, Onitsha
January, 2004 to August, 2007
7NYSC Corp Member, General Hospital, Onitsha
July, 2000 to July, 2001

Creative Output

Journal Articles
1Pauline. U. Umeaneto, Chukwujindu Odagwe, Ifenna C. Onwuaghana, kindness C. Irikannu, Ginika L. Onwuachusi, Justina C. Akulue and Stella C. Afulukwe. (2022, September), "Malaria parasitemia and anemia among pregnant women attending antenatal clinic in Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria.", International Journal of Pathogen Research, Vol. 111, pp 1 -7
2Akogu et al, 2022. (2022, February), "Malaria and it's associated risk factors among pregnant women attending antenatal care in Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria", Asian Journal of Research in Zology
3Pauline Ukamaka Umeanaeto, Queenette Eberechukwu Chukwuma,Goodness Nkiru Itemba,Kindness Chidi Irikannu,Joseph Uche Anumba,Chukwudinma Chigozie Okoli,. (2021, May), "Parasite Contamination Of Common Fruits And Vegetables From Selected Markets In Awka-North And Awka-South Local Government Areas,Anambra State,Nigeria.", A South Asian Journal Of Parasitology, Vol. 5, (Issue 3), pp 8-15
4OM Chukwuma, GO Chukwuma, PO Manafa, JC Akulue, ZA Jeremiah. (2020, May), "Prevalence And Possible Risk Factors For Helicobacter Pylori Seropositivity Among Peptic Ulcerative Individuals In Nnewi Nigeria", BioMed Research Journal, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 165-171
5JC Akulue IM Ekejindu, VS Nwadialor, OMTB Ochiabuto, EI Obeagu, CB Okwuanaso, C Ofodile. (2020, July), "Seropvalence Of Treponema Pallidum, HIV Co-Infection, Cognitive Effects And Risk-variables For Infection In A Tertiary Psychiatric Hospital In Nawfia, Nigeria.", Journal of Clinical and Community Medicine
6GO Chukwuma, JS Audu, OM Chukwuma, PO Manafa, RS Ebugosi, JC Akulue, JC Aneke, GI Ahaneku, GW Nchinda, CO Esimone. (2018, February), "Seroprevalence Of Dengue Virus Among Children With Febrile Illness In Nnewi, Nigeria", The Journal of Medical Research, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 24-30
7JC Akulue, OMTB Ochiabuto, JO Ugwuja, C Obi, UF Onwuasoanya. (2017, April), "Carriage Status And Antimicrobial Susceptibility Pattern Of Acinetobacter Spp On Hands And Nostrils Of Staff Of Nnamdi Azikiwe Universityb Teachinh Hospital, Nnewi, Neni And Oba, Anambra State", International Journal of Current Research in Medical Sciences, Vol. 4, (Issue 3), pp 97-112
8PO Manafa, GO Chukwuma, UA Akpuogwu, OM Chukwuma, NC Ibe, EK Nwene, JC Akulue, JC Aneke, VI Manafa, CC Onyenekwe. (2017, March), "Bladder Tumor Antigen Seropositivity Levels In Human Immunodeficiency Virus Seropositive Subjects And HIV Subjects Co-Infected With Mycobacterium Tuberculosis In Nnewi, Nigeria", Journal of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 001-007
9JC Akulue, AC Ekwunife, PU Umeanaeto, GI Amilo, OMTB Ochiabuto, UF Onwuasoanya, KC Irikannu, EN Ekekwe. (2017, August), "A Comparative Analysis Of Different Diagnostic Techniques For Malaria", International Journal of Novel Research in Healthcare and Nursing, Vol. 4, (Issue 2), pp 73-78
10GO Chukwuma, GI Ahaneku, OM Chukwuma, FO Nwaokorie, AO Faneye, PO Manafa, VI Manafa, RS Ebugosi, JC Akulue, JC Aneke, CO Esimone. (2016, September), "Discordant Responses To Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy In HIV-I Infected Subjects At The Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital Nnewi", Sky Journal of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Vol. 4, (Issue 7), pp 60-68
11Patrick O Manafa, Chinedu D Nna, George O Chukwuma, Charles C Onyenekwe, Augustine C Ihim, Emmanuel U Iloghalu, Livinus O Okor, Justina C Akulue. (2015, March), "Cobalt, Copper, Selenium And Zinc Levels In Pre-menopausal And Post-menopausal Women In Nnewi, South-East Nigeria", Orient Journal of Medicine, Vol. 27, (Issue 3), pp 93-98
12SI Ogenyi, TPP Choji, A Chimezirim, AO Onyemelukwe, AA Ngokere, UF Onwuasoanya, JC Akulue. (2015, May), "Histological And Biochemical Effects Of Cigarette Smoke On The Liver Of Wistar Rats", Annual Research & Review in Biology, Vol. 7, (Issue 2), pp 119-125
13G Chukwuma, C Akujobi, G Ezeifeka, GI Ahaneku, OM Chukwuma, FO Nwaokorie, PO Manafa, AO Oluboyo, JC Akulue, NR Agbakoba. (2015, February), "Prevalence And Possible Risk Factors For Human Papilloma Virus Among HIV Infected Women", Archives of Basic and Applied Medicine, Vol. 3, pp 1-8
14PO Manafa, LO Okor, EC Okwor, CO Okeke, CC Manafa, AC Ihim, GO Chukwuma, RC Chukwuanukwu, SI Ogenyi, JC Akulue. (2015, November), "Sky Journal Of Medicine And Medical Sciences", Sky Journal of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Vol. 3, (Issue 8), pp 109-115
15AO Oluboyo, BO Oluboyo, AC Ihim, NC Ibeh, Johnkennedy Nnodim, SI Ogenyi, JC Akulue, EN Ezekwueme, AO Onyemelukwe. (2014, April), "EFFECT OF ANTIRETROVIRAL DRUG THERAPY ON IRON STATUS, URIC ACID, CD4+ T-CELLS AND WEIGHT OF HIV SEROPOSITIVE SUBJECTS", International Journal of Community Health Nursing, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 34-39
16EN Ezekwueme, UF Onwuasoanya,OMTB Ochiabuto, B Ezulumalu,CO Okeke, A Okoli, CM Obi, JC Akulue. (2014, March), "Prevalence Of Dermatophytes In Fairly-used Shoes Sold In Nnewi Markets, South-Easthern Nigeria.", Pan-African Journal, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 36-41
17CE Ejike, SO Obiora, CNC Odiegwu, CB Obi, JC Akulue, UO Odiegwu. (2013, March), "Erythro-Leucocytic And Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate Values In The Three Stages Of Gestation Of Antenatal Women Aged 25 – 30 Years In Nnewi – Nigeria.", International Journal of Medical Science Research
18JC Akulue, OMTB Ochiabuto, NF Onyemelukwe, RC Chukwuanukwu, UF Onwuasoanya, CM Chukwuma. (2012, March), "Prevalence Of Enteric Organisms In Public Grinding Machines Used In Enugu Metropolis, South-East Nigeria.", International Journal of Medical Science Research
19JC Oluboyo, AO Nnamah, NK Oranusi, CK Mbaeri, TU Ochiabuto, CM Obi, JC Akulue. (2011, May), "Serum Prostate Enzymes And Semen Analysis Of Infertile Males In Nnewi South East, Nigeria", International Journal of Biological Science
20CNC Odiegwu, OB Nnamani, GO Chukwuma, JC Akulue, SI Ogenyi. (2011, April), "The Leucocytes And Erthrocyte Sedimentation Values Of Workers Exposed To Petrochemicals At A Plastic Industry In Nnewi, Nigeria", Journal of Science, Engineering and Technology
Conference Papers
1Afulukwe et al, 2022. (2022, May), "Prevalence of Trichomonas vaginalis among Adults in Osumenyi, Nnewi South Local Government Area, Anambra State",
2Umeaneto et al, 2022. (2022, May), "Home Management practices among caregivers on malaria treatment in Primary Healthcare Center, Amansea, Anambra State.t",

Relevant Events Attended

Other Events
1"The Laboratory Biosecurity In The Era Of Global Pandemic", (Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria (AMLSN) Anambra State and Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN)), 6th May, 2021 to 6th May, 2021; School of Medical Laboratory, Nkpor
2"The Laboratory Biosafety; A Key Component Of Biorisk Management", (Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria (AMLSN) Anambra State and Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN)), 30th April, 2021 to 30th April, 2021; New Faculty Building, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus
3"Infection Prevention And Control", (Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria (AMLSN) Anambra State and Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN)), 19th November, 2020 to 19th November, 2020; School of Medical Laboratory, IHHM Nkpor
4"56th Annual Medical Laboratory Scientists Conference (Salt City 2020)", (Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria (AMLSN)), 11th November, 2020 to 14th November, 2020; Abakiliki, Ebonyi State (Salt City)
5"Evolutionary Trends In Medical Laboratory Science", (Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria (AMLSN) Anambra State and Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN)), 7th November, 2020 to 7th November, 2020; Beautiful Gate Hotel, Awka
6"Overview/Geneology/Basics Of COVID-19", (Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria (AMLSN) Anambra State and Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN)), 3rd November, 2020 to 3rd November, 2020; Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi
7"Certificate Of Completion: Good Medical Laboratory Practice", (Nigerian Web-based Continuing Professional Development Program (CPD)), 23rd December, 2019 to 23rd December, 2019; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus
8"Certificate Of Completion: Update On Immunohistochemistry", (Nigerian Web-based Continuing Professional Development Program (CPD)), 22nd December, 2019 to 22nd December, 2019; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus
9"Good Clinical Laboratory Practice; A Panacea For Quality Health Care Delivery", (Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria (AMLSN) Anambra State and Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN)), 30th November, 2019 to 30th November, 2019; Paktonia Hotel, Awka
10"The Laboratory External Quality Assurance", (Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria (AMLSN) Anambra State), 28th November, 2019 to 28th November, 2019; Iyienu Mission Hospital, Ogidi
11"Overview Of Laboratory Quality Management System", (Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria (AMLSN) Anambra State), 26th November, 2019 to 26th November, 2019; Bishop Uzodikie Auditorium, NAUTH Nnewi
12"Essentials Of Training For Proficiency In Medical Laboratory Practice", (School of Medical Laboratory Science (SOMLAN) Immaculate Heart Specialist Hospital, Nkpor), 11th October, 2019 to 11th October, 2019; SOMLAN Auditorium, Nkpor
13"43rd Annual Scientific Conference Of Parasitology And Public Health Society Of Nigeria", (Parasitology and Public Health Society of Nigeria (PPSN)), 10th September, 2019 to 13th September, 2019; University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State
14"The Role Of Laboratory Medicine In Emerging And Re-Emerging Acute And Chronic Diseases", (Bioscience Research Group), 3rd July, 2018 to 7th July, 2018; Metu Uzodike Auditorium, NAUTH, Nnewi
15"Optimal Investigation Of Bioterrorism: A Challenge To Scientists' In Laboratory Medicine And Biology (2017 Scientific Conference/Workshop)", (Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN)), 1st November, 2017 to 5th November, 2017; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
16"Medical Laboratory Inspectors Training", (Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN)), 11th September, 2017 to 12th September, 2017; Abuja, Nigeria
17"Clinical Diagnostics In Antibiotic Stewardship; The Role Of Medical Laboratory Scientist", (Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria (AMLSN) Anambra State), 5th May, 2017 to 5th May, 2017; Madonna Renewal Centre, Immaculate Hospital, Nkpor
18"Diagnostic Challenges In Medical Laboratory Practice", (Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria (AMLSN) NAUTH Chapter), 23rd February, 2017 to 23rd February, 2017; Metu Uzodike Auditorium, NAUTH, Nnewi
19"Update On Laboratory HIV Diagnosis", (Nigerian Web-based Continuing Professional Development Program (CPD)), 28th October, 2016 to 28th October, 2016; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus
20"Certificate Of Completion: Phlebotomy", (Nigerian Web-based Continuing Professional Development Program (CPD)), 27th October, 2016 to 27th October, 2016; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus
21"Evolving Healthcare System In Sub-Saharan Africa: Prospects And Challenges", (Bioscience Research Group and Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN)), 20th April, 2016 to 23rd April, 2016; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
22"Medical Laboratory Science In A Dynamic Technological Era", (Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria (AMLSN) NAUTH Chapter), 11th February, 2016 to 11th February, 2016; Assumption Cathedral Okwuani, Nnewi
23"Training On Advanced HIV Molecular Techniques", (Institute of Human Virology, Nigeria (IHVN)), 23rd November, 2015 to 27th November, 2015; Seminar Room, NAU Nnewi Campus
24"Association Of Medical Laboratory Scientists Of Nigeria (AMLSN) Continuous Professional Development Workshop", (Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria (AMLSN) NAUTH Chapter), 10th August, 2015 to 10th August, 2015; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
25"Medical Laboratory Setting In An Era Of Multiple Choices", (Bioscience Research Group and Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN)), 7th August, 2015 to 8th August, 2015; Uchenna Okolo Conference Centre, Asaba
26"Essential Management Skills For Quality Laboratory Service Delivery", (Guild of Medical Laboratory Directors, Onitsha Chapter), 21st March, 2015 to 21st March, 2015; Shanahan Hall, Basilica of the Most Holy Trinity, Onitsha
27"Laboratory Quality Management System And Inspection", (Labicam Nigeria Limited and Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria (Onitsha)), 17th May, 2014 to 17th May, 2014; Onitsha, Anambra State
28"The Challenges Of Medical Laboratory Practice In The Realm Of Molecular Biology", (Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria (AMLSN) NAUTH Chapter), 27th March, 2014 to 27th March, 2014; College Auditorium, NAUTH Nnewi
29"Quality Essentials In Medical Laboratory Practices: Documentation And Processing", (Guild of Medical Laboratory Directors, Enugu State Branch), 24th August, 2013 to 24th August, 2013; University of Nigeria, Enugu
30"Diagnostic Challenges In Medical Laboratory Practice", (Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria (AMLSN) Anambra State), 12th August, 2013 to 13th August, 2013; Twin Towers Hotel, Nnewi
31"Business Management In Medical Laboratory Practice In Nigeria", (Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria, Enugu State Branch), 22nd June, 2013 to 22nd June, 2013; University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus
32"ASM Virtual Workshop On Scientific Writing And Publishing", (American Society for Microbiology), 28th August, 2012 to 28th August, 2012; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus