Dr. Ekwy Kate Ochiagha
Dr. Ekwy Kate Ochiagha is a LECTURER I in PURE AND INDUSTRIAL CHEMISTRY Department, Faculty Of Physical Sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
I am Dr. Kate Ekwy Ochiagha, a gruduate of Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, i hold B.Sc, M.Sc and Ph.D in pure and Industrial Chemistry and a post ggraduate diploma in Education. presently i work as a Lecturer (1) in pure and industrial chemistry of Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka
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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, December, 2019) January, 2008 to December, 2019 Ph.D Environmental Chemistry |
| 2 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka. (Master of Philosophy, May, 2007) October, 2005 to August, 2006 M.Sc Pure And Industrial Chemistry |
| 3 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka. (Bachelor Degree, August, 1999) October, 1996 to August, 1999 B.Sc Pure And Industrial Chemistry |
| 4 | GENERAL CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION. (GCE, June, 1989) November, 1988 to October, 1988 WEST AFRICAN SCHOOL SCHOOL CERTIFICATE WAEC |
| 5 | Community Secondary School Amansea. (SSCE, June, 1987) September, 1981 to May, 1987 WEST AFRICAN SCHOOL CERTIFICATE WAEC |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | CHM 107 Coordinator, Department Of Pure and Industrial Chemistry UNIZIK October, 2025 to Present |
| 2 | Chairman, Church of Pentecost Anglican Communion March, 2025 to March, 2026 |
| 3 | Chairman, FACULTY OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING UNIT March, 2025 to March, 2026 |
| 4 | member, FACULTY OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES PRAYER COMMITTEE March, 2025 to Present |
| 5 | Branch secretary, Organization of women in science in developing world November, 2023 to Present |
| 6 | Class Adviser, Department Of Pure and Industrial Chemistry UNIZIK October, 2023 to Present |
| 7 | Lecturer 1, Department Of Pure and Industrial Chemistry UNIZIK October, 2023 to Present |
| 8 | member Exam Misconduct committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka June, 2021 to Present |
| 9 | Lecturer 11, Department Of Pure and Industrial Chemistry UNIZIK August, 2020 to October, 2023 |
| 10 | Assistant Lecturer, Department Of Pure and Industrial Chemistry UNIZIK August, 2019 to August, 2020 |
Creative Output
| Journal Articles | |
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| 1 | Ochiagha, K.E., Eboagu, N.C., Onyeije, U.C., Ajaokorie, C.P., and Obasi, S.I. (2026, May), "EFFECT OF VARYING TEMPERATURES ON THE PROPERTIES OF HONEY FROM DIFFERENT SOURCES", Anachem journal, Vol. 17, (Issue 1), pp 23-37 |
| 2 | Oli, C.C., Ezeudu, E.C., Okoye, O.N.N., Ochiagha, K.E., and Okongwu, J.D. (2026, May), "INVESTIGATION OF ELEMENTAL CONSTITUENTS OF EROSION-PRONE SOILS OF ENUGU STATE AND THEIR CONSEQUENT CHEMICAL STABILIZATION", Anachem journal, Vol. 17, (Issue 1), pp 106-121 |
| 3 | Ochiagha Kate Ekwy, Okpalaeke Chisom Juliana and Eboagu Nkiruka Charity. (2026, March), "Geo-accumulation Index of some Metals in the Selected Dumpsites at Agu Awka, Anambra State Nigeria", Journal of Basic Physical Science, Vol. 15, (Issue 1), pp 178-187 |
| 4 | C. J. O. Anarado, A. H. Ojiako, K. E. Ochiagha, C. S. Agbo and C. E. Anarado. (2026, May), "Comparative Mineralogical Analysis of Clay Deposits in Enugwu-agidi and Mbaukwu Areas of Anambra State, Nigeria", Journal of Materials Science Research and Reviews, Vol. 9, (Issue 2), pp 458-467 |
| 5 | Ochiagha KE, Eboagu CN, Aghanwa CI and Onyeije UC. (2025, November), "Environmental Sustainability Implications of Microplastic Accumulation in Riverbank Vegetation of the Niger, Omambala, and Idemili Rivers", International Journal of Agriculture and Technology, Vol. 5, (Issue 4), pp 1-5 |
| 6 | Emeka Christian Ezeudu, Christian Chukwuemeka Oli, Kate Ekwy Ochiagha, Stanley Chukwudindu Odinma, Christian Chibuzo Uba. (2025, May), "Speciation and Mobility Reduction of Heavy Metals in Waste-Impacted Soil Using Goat Manure Amendment", Journal of Chemical Technology, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 74-84 |
| 7 | C.C. Aralu, P.A.C. Okoye, H. O. Abugu, K. E. Ochiagha, J. C. Egbueri. (2024, April), "Evaluating the seasonal variations of risks associated with potential toxic elements in underground water sources near a dumpsite in Awka, Nigeria", Journal of Hazardous Materials Advances |
| 8 | Kate Ekwy Ochiagha, Nkiruka Charity Eboagu, Chiedozie Chukwuemeka Aralu, Emeka Christian Ezeudu & Chiagozie Michael Ekwunife. (2023, May), "Kinetic and equilibrium study of pyrolysed nano- sized groundnut shell as absorbent for Pb2+ and Cd2+ in aqueous medium", International Journal of Environmental Analytical Chemistry, pp 1-19 |
| 9 | Nkiruka Charity Eboagu*, Vincent Ishmael Egbulefu Ajiwe, Chiedozie Chukwuemeka Aralu, Kate Ekwy Ochiagha, Ebele Joy Morah. (2023, April), "Assessment of Physicochemical Parameters of Water from Selected Boreholes Around Nnewi Industrial Area, Anambra State, Nigeria", American Journal of Environmental Science and Engineering, Vol. -7, (Issue 1), pp 23-33 |
| 10 | Nkiruka Charity Eboagu*, Vincent Ishmael Egbulefu Ajiwe, Kate Ekwy Ochiagha, Chiedozie Chukwuemeka Aralu, Ebele Joy Morah. (2023, April), "Health Risk Assessment of Heavy Metal Contamination of Groundwater Around Nnewi Industrial Area, Anambra State, Nigeria", International Journal of Environmental Monitoring and Analysis, Vol. -11, (Issue -2), pp 24-36 |
| 11 | Ochiagha, K. E., Eboagu, N. C., Eze, U. G., Odidika, C. C and Aralu, C. C. (2022, August), "Comparative Study of the adsorption effect of activated carons from coconut shell and groundnut shell as adsorbent for metal ions.", European Journal of Applied Sciences, Vol. 10, (Issue 4), pp 492-507 |
| 12 | K E Ochiagha, N C Eboagu, C. C. Oli, U. G Eze and C. C Aralu. (2022, May), "kinetic and Equilibrium study of pyrolyzed sugar cane bagasse as adsorbent for Pb2+ and Cd2+ in an aqueous medium", international Journal of Environmental Analytical Chemistry, Vol. 104, (Issue 12), pp 2736-2754 |
| 13 | Ochiagha Kate, Okoye P. A. C and Eboagu, N. C. (2020, June), "The Geo-accumulation Index Of Some Heavy Metals In The Roadsides Soils Of Onitsha South Local Government Area Anambra State, Nigeria", American Journal of Physical Chemistry, Vol. 8, (Issue 3), pp 42-47 |
| 14 | Eboagu, N. C., Odidika, C. C., Ochiagha K. E., Nwokoye Joy and Ekwunife, M. C. (2020, October), "Formulation Of Weaning Food From Fonio (Digitaria Exilis Stapf) And Soya Bean (Glycine Max)", Science Journal of Analytical Chemistry, Vol. 8, (Issue 3), pp 122-127 |
| 15 | N.C. EBOAGU, V. I. E. AJIWE, K. E. OCHIAGHA, AND C. ODIDIKA. (2020, January), "Elemental Assessment Of Borehole Waters In Njikoka Local Government Area Of Anambra State, Nigeria", Anachem Journal, Vol. 10, (Issue 1), pp 1881-1891 |
| 16 | Ochiagha Kate Ekwutosi, Okoye Patrice-Anthony Chudi, Eboagu Nkiru Charity. (2020, June), "Chemical Speciation And Potential Mobility Of Heavy Metals In The Soils Of Onitsha South Local Government Area Anambra Nigeria", American Journal of Applied Chemistry, Vol. 8, (Issue 3), pp 74-81 |
| 17 | Ochiagha Kate, Okoye P. A. C and Eboagu, N. C. (2020, June), "K.E. Ochiagha, P. A. C. Okoye And N. C. Eboagu (2020). Ecological Risk Assessment Of Heavy Metals In The Roadsides Soils Of Onitsha South L. G. A. Anambra State, Nigeria.", International Journal of Mathematics and Physical Science Research, Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 2348-5736 |
| 18 | NC Eboagu, VIE Ajiwe, KE Ochiagha, C Odidika. (2020, July), "Bacteriological Assessment of Selected Borehole Waters in Njikoka Local Government Area of Anambra State, Nigeria", Journal o Environmental science and Food Technology, Vol. 14, (Issue 7), pp 27-34 |
| 19 | Ochiagha Kate and Eboagu N C. (2020, October), "Application of plastic Bottles as a sustainale material in the construction as a way of waste management", ANACHEM JOURNAL, Vol. 10, (Issue 1), pp 1936-1940 |
| 20 | Egwuatu Chinyelu, Umedum Ngozi, Ochiagha Kate and Ogbugo Sixtus. (2015, June), "Use Of Modified Orange Peel For The Adsorption Of Cd(11), Pb(11) And Hg(11) Ions In Aqueous Solutions", American ournal of Physical Chemistry, Vol. 4, (Issue 3), pp 21-29 |
| 21 | Okoye, P.A.C., Ezenweke, L.O.C. Enemuo, R.E., Ochiagha, K.E., and Umeadi, M.C.. (2002, September), "Sources And Levels Of Metal Contaminations In Kunu-zaki, A Locally Brewed Non-alcoholic Beverage.", African Journal of Sciences, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 36-372 |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | Ochiagha Kate Ekwy, Okpalaeke Chisom Juliana and Eboagu Nkiruka Charity. (2025, November), "Geo-accumulation index of some Metals in the Selected Dumpsites in Awka Metropolis", |
| 2 | Ochiagha Kate Ekwy. (2023, September), "Characterization of Jackfriut Seed and Pulp as Good Source of Nutritional Fibre", |
| 3 | N. C. Eboagu, V. I. Onwukeme, C. C. Aralu and K. E. Ochiagha. (2023, September), "The influence of industrial activities on the quality of the surface water around the industries in Nnewi urban area of Anambra state, Nigeria", Chemical Society of Nigeria |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Supervisions | |
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| 1 | "SYNTHESIS AND CHARACTERIZATION OF NANO HYBRID FUNCTIONALIZED MATERIALS BASED ON THE CLAY MINERAL KAOLINITE." (2026). Ongoing Masters project by NDIFE CHIDIEBERE TEMPLE 2024546009PN |
| 2 | "Comparative Mineralogical Analysis of Clay Deposits in Enugwu-agidi and Mbaukwu Areas of Anambra State, Nigeria" (2026). Ongoing Masters project by Ojiakor Amarachukwu Hope; 2024546001FN |
| Editorships | |
| 1 | Editor, "appointment as editorial board member INOSR EXPERIMENTAL SCIENCES" (April, 2026) |
| 2 | Editor, "Multinational Research Society Publisher" (December, 2024) |
| Reviewerships | |
| 1 | Reviewer, "Qualitative And Quantitation Determination Of Organphosphorus Pesticide Residues In Beans Sold In Karu Market, Nasarawa State, Nigeria." (January, 2026) |
| 2 | Reviewer, "Qualitative And Quantitation Determination Of Organphosphorus Pesticide Residues In Beans Sold In Karu Market, Nasarawa State, Nigeria." (January, 2026) |
| 3 | Reviewer, "Dynamics and Hydrocarbon Degrading Potential of Microorganisms Associated With Long-Term Polluted Site in South-South Nigeria" (October, 2025) |
| Examinerships | |
| 1 | Examiner, "M.Sc" (March, 2023 to September, 2025). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | resource person, "Chemical Society of Nigeria" (August, 2025 to August, 2025) |
| 2 | MEMBER, "FACULTY OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES PRAYER COMMITTEE" (March, 2025) |
| 3 | Chairman, "Faculty of Physical Sciences" (March, 2025) |
| 4 | member, "faculty of physical sciences health and" (June, 2023) |
| 5 | member, "Faculty of Physical Sciences/Exam Misconduct committee" (June, 2021) |
| 6 | Sandwich Coordinator, "Department of Pure and Industrial Chemistry" (February, 2021 to March, 2024) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Fellow Member, "institute of Chartered Chemists of Nigeria" - 15/10/21/3018 (member since 2021), https://iccon.gov.ng |
| 2 | Full Member, "Chemical Society of Nigeria" - CSN/ANA/20/05444 (member since 2020), https://chemsociety.org.ng |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "CHEMISTRY FOR A RESILIENT FUTURE: INNOVATIONS IN ENERGY, HEALTH, AGRO-PROCESSING AND ENVIRONMENT", (Chemical Society of Nigeria), 14th September, 2025 to 19th September, 2025; Osun |
| 2 | "Fostering a Smarter Scientific and Technological Ecosystem", (Organisation for Women in Science for the Developing World (OWSD)), 6th July, 2025 to 10th July, 2025; Akure-Ondo State |
| 3 | "Innovation and Development in Chemical Sciences for Industrial and Economic Sustainability", (Chemical Society of Nigeria), 17th September, 2023 to 22nd September, 2023; NAU Awka |
| 4 | "The Rle of Chemistry in Solving the Present Economic and Security Challenges in Nigeria", (Chemical Society of Nigeria), 18th September, 2022 to 23rd September, 2022; Adamawa |
| 5 | "Global Electrical and Electronic Waste: Health Hazards for Africa", (Chemical Society of Nigeria), 7th November, 2021 to 11th November, 2021; Lagos |
| 6 | "Chemistry: Resource Utililization and Industrial Development", (Chemical Society of Nigeria, Anambra Chapter), 7th November, 2016 to 10th November, 2016; NAU Awka |
| Workshop | |
| 1 | "Chemical Industries and Waste Management in Nigeria: tackling present and future risk and Environmental Hazards", (Institute of Charted Chemist of Nigeria), 20th October, 2021 to 21st October, 2021; Abuja |
| Webinars | |
| 1 | "Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals, colour: Environmental Protection and Public Health Enhancement", (Institute of Charted Chemist of Nigeria), 4th June, 2025 to 5th June, 2025; Plateau State |
| 2 | "Workshop on Computational Chemistry and Smarter Writing", (Women in Chemistry (CSN)), 10th May, 2023 to 11th May, 2023; Zoom |