Dr. Chika Chioma Harriet Odira

Dr. Chika Chioma Harriet Odira is a READER in NURSING SCIENCES Department, Faculty Of Health Science And Technology in Nnamdi Azikiwe University

Dr. Chika  Chioma Harriet Odira

Staff Profile

Dr. Chika Chioma Harriet Odira is a lecturer in the Department of Nursing Science, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. She earned Ph.D. in Maternal and Child Health Nursing from Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. MSc. in Maternal and Child Health Nursing and B.Sc. in Nursing Science from University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus. She is registered with Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria as Registered Nurse Educator, Registered Midwife and Registered Nurse. Areas of research interest includes: Reproductive health, maternal health, child health, adolescent health.

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Nursing Sciences, Faculty Of Health Science And Technology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.
Faculty/Unit:
FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Department/Sub-Unit:
NURSING SCIENCES

Academic Qualifications

Degrees / Basic Certificates
1Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Doctor of Philosophy, July, 2021)
March, 2015 to March, 2021
PhD. Nursing Sc. Nursing Science
2Department of Nursing, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Doctor of Philosophy, March, 2021)
April, 2015 to March, 2021
PhD. Nursing Science
3University of Nigeria, Nsukka. (Master of Philosophy, March, 2014)
August, 2007 to March, 2013
MSc. Nursing Sc. Nursing Science
4Department of Nursing, University of Nigeria, Nsukka.. (Master of Philosophy, March, 2013)
August, 2007 to March, 2013
MSc. Nursing Science
5University of Nigeria, Nsukka. (Post-Graduate Degree, October, 2006)
October, 2001 to August, 2004
RNE Nursing Education
6University of Nigeria, Nsukka. (Bachelor Degree, April, 2005)
October, 2001 to August, 2004
BSc. Nursing Sc. Nursing Science
7Department of Nursing, University of Nigeria, Nsukka.. (Bachelor Degree, April, 2005)
October, 2001 to August, 2004
BSc. Nursing Science
8School of Midwifery, Iyienu Mission Hospital, Ogidi.. (HND, August, 1997)
March, 1996 to March, 1997
RM Midwifery
9School of Midwifery, Iyi Enu Hospital, Ogidi. (HND, August, 1997)
March, 1996 to March, 1997
RM Nursing Science
10School of Nursing, Iyienu Mission Hospital, Ogidi.. (HND, June, 1995)
October, 1991 to November, 1994
RN General Nursing
11School of Nursing, Iyi Enu Hospital, Ogidi. (HND, June, 1995)
November, 1991 to March, 2009
RN Nursing Science
12Community Secondary School, Isseke. (SSCE, June, 1988)
September, 1982 to June, 1988
SSCE
13Community Primary School, Isseke. (FSLC, September, 1985)
September, 1975 to July, 1981
FSLC

Relevant/Working Experience

1Head of Department, Department of Nursing, Nnamdi Azikiwe University
October, 2025 to Present
2Maternal and Child Health Programme Coordinator, Department of Nursing, Nnamdi Azikiwe University
February, 2022 to Present
3Post Graduate Coordinator, Department of Nursing Science, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
November, 2021 to February, 2024
4Departmental PG Coordinator, Department of Nursing, Nnamdi Azikiwe University
November, 2021 to Present
5Secretary curriculum committee, Department of Nursing, Nnamdi Azikiwe University
March, 2021 to Present
6Chairman Procedure Manual committee, Department of Nursing, Nnamdi Azikiwe University
March, 2021 to Present
7Chairman Clinical Posting/Supervision committee, Department of Nursing, Nnamdi Azikiwe University
March, 2021 to Present
8Maternal and Child Health Programme Coordinator, Department of Nursing, Nnamdi Azikiwe University
February, 2021 to Present
9Departmental Timetable officer, Department of Nursing, Nnamdi Azikiwe University
February, 2019 to November, 2021
10Departmental Examination officer, Department of Nursing, Nnamdi Azikiwe University
March, 2017 to February, 2019
11Maternal and Child Health Programme Coordinator, Department of Nursing, Nnamdi Azikiwe University
February, 2014 to Present

Creative Output

Journal Articles
1Chika Chioma H. Odira, Deborah Abimfoluwa Oyedemi. (2026, April), "FACTORS AFFECTING UTILIZATION OF INTERMITTENT PREVENTIVE TREATMENT IN PREGNANCY AMONG ANTENATAL WOMEN IN BOWEN UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL, OGBMOSHO, OYO STATE", Advance Journal of Nursing and Clinical Practice
2Chika Chioma H. Odira, Faithful Elovia Ukulu. (2026, April), "PERCEPTION OF NURSING STUDENTS IN BOWEN UNIVERSITY ABOUT THE INFLUENCE OF CLINICAL EXPERIENCES ON ACADEMIC ACTIVITIES", Medical and Health Sciences European
3Chika Chioma H. Odira, Faithful Elovia Ukulu. (2026, April), "PERCEPTION OF NURSING STUDENTS IN BOWEN UNIVERSITY ABOUT THE INFLUENCE OF CLINICAL EXPERIENCES ON ACADEMIC ACTIVITIES", Medical and Health Sciences European Journal, Vol. 11, (Issue 2), pp 42 - 62
4Chika Chioma H. Odira, Chidinma Grace Chinedu, Victory Chijindu Odira. (2026, June), "Perception and satisfaction about the quality of antenatal care among antenatal women at Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi", Advance Journal of Nursing and Clinical Practice,, Vol. 9, (Issue 3), pp 13 - 23
5Abdulwahab Z.M., Odira C.C.H., Daniel G., Enyindah, C.. (2026, May), "Effectiveness of culturally appropriate antenatal education packages to improve birth preparedness and complication readiness in low- and middle-income countries: a systematic review", BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth, pp 1 - 34
6Chika Chioma H. Odira, Chidimma Blessing Ogbodo, Victory Chijindu Odira. (2026, July), "FACTORS INFLUENCING THE PREVENTION OF MOTHER-TO-CHILD TRANSMISSION OF HIV SERVICE UTILIZATION AMONG ANTENATAL WOMEN IN NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL, NNEWI", World Journal of Advance Healthcare Research, Vol. 10, (Issue 7), pp 207 - 214
7Chika Chioma H. Odiraand, Moyinoluwa Excel Otitoola. (2026, May), "BREASTFEEDING PRACTICESAMONG WORKING CLASS WOMEN IN OGBOMOSO NORTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT SECRETARIAT, OYO STATE", Medical and Health Sciences European, Vol. 11, (Issue 3), pp 1 - 19
8Umusumimie Gift Uruchi, Olufemi Adesope, Chika Harriet Odira, Chizoma M Ndikom. (2025, December), "A Systematic Review on The Knowledge and Skills Among Maternal Healthcare Workers on the Use of Vacuum Extraction in the Management of Prolonged Second Stage of Labour", International Journal of Advanced Medical and Allied Sciences, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 28-39
9Chika Chioma Harriet Odira, Blessing Tochukwu Onyeje, Edith Anulika Udeogalanya, Okuwaseyi Isaiah Olabisi, Deborah Tolulope Esan. (2025, May), "Predictors if mothers' home cord care, breastfeeding, and thermo-regulation practices for newborns in a South-Eastern State, Nigeria", BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth, Vol. 2025, (Issue 602)
10Assumpta C. Osunkwo, Noreen E. Agbapuonwu, Chika C. H. Odira. (2024, February), "ACADEMIC SELF-EFFICACY AND SUBSTANCE USE AMONG UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS OF NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY, AWKA, ANAMBRA STATE.", African Journal of Health, Nursing and Midwifery, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 94 - 107
11Ifeanyichukwu, C. D., Odira C. C. H.. (2024, December), "Perception of Child Bearing Women about Congenital Birth Disorders in Anambra State. African Journal of Health, Nursing and Midwifery", African Journal of Health, Nursing and Midwifery, Vol. 7, (Issue 4), pp 187-201
12Chiejina, E. N, Odira, C.C, Sibeudu, F. T. (2023, January), "Efficacy of HIV-Prevention Counseling of Clients in Anambra State of Nigeria.", International Scholars Journals, Vol. 1, (Issue 9), pp 255-059
13Emeagha, Tina Oluchi and Chika C. Odira. (2023, June), "Self- Medication Practices and Complications among Workers in Federal Medical Center, Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria", Scholars Journal of Pharmacy, Vol. 12, (Issue 6), pp 145-153
14Onyeje Blessing Tochukwu, Ilo Clementine Ifeyinwa, Odira Chika Chioma, Ogbuji Cynthia Chizoba. (2023, December), "Predictors of Dietary Diversity and its Association with Nutritional Status and Academic Performance of Primary School Children", Scope, Vol. 13, (Issue 4), pp 116 - 130
15Assumpta C. Osunkwo, Noreen. E. Agbapuonwu, Chika. C. Odira. (2022, September), "Correlation among academic stress, academic self-efficacy and substance useamong undergraduate students at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra", Global Journal of Research in Multidisciplinary Studies, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 001 - 007
16Chika C. H. Odira, Pauline O. M. Ezenduka, Edith N. Chiejina. (2022, January), "Availability of Essential Components of Maternal Healthcare in Health Institutions", LAUTECH Journal of Nursing, Vol. 10, pp 25-39
17Chika C.H. Odira, Edith N. Chiejina, Christiana N. Okafor, Adaobi Maryann Ibekwe. (2021, September), "Preconception Care Utilization among Childbearing Women in South-East Nigeria.", African Journal of Health, Nursing and Midwifery, Vol. 4, (Issue 6), pp 1-13
18Odira, Chika Chioma Harriet, Chiejina, Edith Nkechi, Ezenduka, Pauline Ojinika M. (2020, December), "Capacity of Health Facilities to Support Skilled Maternal Health Services in South-East Nigeria", International Journal of Studies in Midwifery and Women’s Health, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 1 -10
19Chiejina, Odira, Anieche. (2017, June), "ASSESSMENT OF CLINICAL DOCUMENTATIONS: A NEED FOR QUALITY NURSING CAR", World Journal of Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences, Vol. 3, (Issue 5), pp 49 - 53
20Chiejina E.N, Odira C.C. (2017, June), "Breastfeeding Patterns of Postnatal Mothers and the Effects on the Health Status of their Infants", International Journal of Innovative Science, Engineering & Technology, Vol. 4, (Issue 6), pp 2348 – 7968
21Chiejina E.N, Anieche J.E, Odira C.C. (2017, January), "Breastfeeding Practices of Postnatal Mothers: Exclusivity, Frequency and Duration", International Journal of Environment, Agriculture and Biotechnology (IJEAB),, Vol. 2, (Issue 4)
22Ijeoma L. Okoronkwo, Chika C. Odira, Ada C. Nwaneri, Pat U. Okpara, Christiana N. Okafor. (2016, January), "Patterns of Antenatal Care Seeking Behavior in South East Nigeria: Exploring Relationship with Age, Education, and Socioeconomic Status.", Journal of Basic and Clinical Reproductive Sciences,, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 40 - 45
23Chiejina E.N, Odira C.C, Anieche J.E. (2016, March), "Comparative Analyses of Nursing documentations in the Clinical Settings", International Journal of Innovative Science, Engineering & Technology, (Issue 3), pp 3
24Chiejina E. N., Ebenebe R. C., Odira C. C., Okeke J. E., Orji I. N. and Osuala E. O.. (2015, January), "At Risk Infants in NICU: Parental Stress-Related Factors", Industrial Journal of Science Research and Technology, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 6 - 11
25E.N.Chiejina, R.C.Ebenebe, C.C.Odira, J.E.Okeke. (2014, August), "Correlates of Parental Role Alteration over their Hospitalized Infants in NICU", Journal of Pure and Applied Sciences and Technology, Vol. 23, (Issue 2), pp 7 - 15
26E.N.Chiejina; Ebenebe RC; Odira CC.. (2014, August), "Relationships between Stress Experienced by Parents of Hospitalized Infants in NICU and the Infant’s Characteristics", International Journal of Science and Research, Vol. 3, (Issue 7), pp 1340 – 1344
27Chiejina EN; Ebenebe RC; Odira CC.. (2014, July), "Relationships between Parental Demographic Varables and Parental Stress over their Hospitalized Infants in NICU", Global Advanced Research Journal of Educational Research and Review,, Vol. 3, (Issue 3), pp 072 -078
2829. Chiejina, E. N.; Odira, C. C.;Okafor, C. N.; Sibeudu, F. T. (2012, October), "Reinforcers to Alcohol Consumption and the Self-Control Measures among Rural and Urban Dwellers", European Journal of Social Sciences, Vol. 34, (Issue 3), pp 393 - 398
29Chiejina, E. N, Odira, C.C, Sibeudu, F. T., Okafor, C.N. (2012, September), "Childbirth Pain Perception and Behaviour: Socio-Cultural Diversity", American Journal of Scientific Research, Vol. 75, pp 40 - 46
30Chiejina, E. N., Odira, C. C. (2012, November), "Correlates of Body Image among pregnant women and decision to breastfeed after childbirth.", European Journal of Scientific Research, Vol. 87, (Issue 3), pp 390 - 396
31Chiejina, E. N., Odira, C. C. (2012, January), "Knowledge, Availability and Access to Computerized Electronic Devices in Clinical Nursing Practice", American Journal of Scientific Research, Vol. 72, pp 84 - 88

Academic Leadership Qualities

Supervisions
1"SELF- MEDICATION PRACTICES AND COMPLICATION AMONG WORKERS IN FEDERAL MEDICAL CENTER, OWERRI, IMO STATE, NIGERIA" (2023). Completed Masters project by TINA OLUCHI EMEAGHA (2013636002P)
2"CORRELATION OF ACADEMIC STRESS, ACADEMIC SELF- EFFICACY AND SUBSTANCE USE AMONG UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS OF NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY, AWKA" (2024). Completed Masters project by ASSUMPTA CHIEMEKA OSUNKWO (2020636008P)
3"NEONATAL HOME-CARE PRACTICES OF MOTHERS IN IHIALA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF ANAMBRA STATE, NIGERIA" (2024). Completed Masters project by EDITH ANULIKA UDEOGALANYA (2013636014P)
4"PREVALENCE OF CONGENITAL BIRTH DISORDERS AND ITS’ PERCEIVED RISK FACTORS, EFFECTS, MANAGEMENT AND PREVENTION AMONG CHILD BEARING WOMEN IN ANAMBRA STATE" (2025). Completed Masters project by CHIAMAKA DINAH IFEANYICHUKWU (2019636001FA)
Grants
1Awardee: "Institutional Research Base (IBR)" (April, 2017). Completed sponsored grant by TETFUND
Reviewerships
1Reviewer, "PREVALENCE, PATTERNS AND FETO-MATERNAL OUTCOMES OF REFERRED WOMEN WITH INTRAPARTUM OBSTETRIC COMPLICATIONS AT UNIVERSITY COLLEGE HOSPITAL, IBADAN, NIGERIA" (April, 2026)
2Reviewer, "Quality Assessment of Emergency Obstetric Care Provided to Mothers and Neonates in Selected Health Care Facilities in Ekiti State" (July, 2025)
3Reviewer, "Maternity Care Fragmentation and Maternal Satisfaction among Mothers Attending Care in A Secondary Health Facility in Lagos, Nigeria" (August, 2025)
4Reviewer, "Dominant Body Somatotype and Sex Difference on Hand Grip Strength of Young Adults in A Nigerian University" (May, 2024)
5Reviewer, "PREVALENCE AND PATTERN OF WORK-RELATED MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS AMONG LOAD CARRIERS IN IBADAN METROPOLIS" (December, 2024)
6Reviewer, "MODELS OF DAMAGES CAUSED BY MICROSPORIDIA INFECTION AMONG HIV-POSITIVE PATIENTS IN WHITE ALBINO MICE" (December, 2024)
7Reviewer, "Socio-Economic Status of Stroke Survivors and People Living with Osteoarthritis in Port Harcourt Metropolis, Rivers State" (March, 2023)
8Reviewer, "Attitude, Perception and Practice and Barriers of Physiotherapists Towards The Assessment And Management of Risk Factors of Lifestyle-Related Diseases: A Cross-Sectional Survey" (March, 2023)
9Reviewer, "EFFECTS OF BRIEF-INTENSE MODE AND ACUPUNCTURE-LIKE TENS IN THE RELIEF OF CHRONIC LOW BACK PAIN" (December, 2023)
10Reviewer, "KNOWLEDGE OF THE APPROACHES TOWARDS CANCER PAIN MANAGEMENT IN PATIENTS CARE AMONG NURSES IN SELECTED HOSPITALS IN AKWA IBOM STATE" (December, 2023)
11Reviewer, "SYSTEMATIC REVIEW ON EPIDEMIOLOGICAL STUDIES OF SCHISTOSOMIASIS IN SOKOTO STATE, NIGERIA" (December, 2023)
Examinerships
1Chief Examiner, "Pre-Professional Examination for Midwives" (January, 2026 to January, 2026). Completed External Exam
2Examiner, "Undergraduate Project Defence" (April, 2026 to April, 2026). Completed External Exam
3Examiner, "Undergraduate external defence" (May, 2025 to May, 2025). Completed External Exam
4Chief Examiner, "Undergraduate External Defence" (June, 2023). Completed External Exam
5Examiner, "PG External defence" (January, 2023). Completed Internal-Internal Exam
6Examiner, "PG External defence" (April, 2023). Completed Internal-Internal Exam
7Examiner, "PG External defense" (April, 2023). Completed Internal-Internal Exam
8Examiner, "Proposal defence" (February, 2023). Completed Internal-Internal Exam
9Examiner, "PG Examination" (May, 2023). Completed Internal-Internal Exam
10Examiner, "PG Examination" (July, 2023). Completed Internal-External Exam
11Examiner, "PG Examination" (August, 2023). Completed Internal-External Exam
12Examiner, "External examination of undergraduate project defense" (January, 2023). Completed External Exam
13Chief Examiner, "Pre-Professional" (January, 2023 to January, 2023). Completed External Exam
14Examiner, "Professional qualifying Examination for General Nurses" (May, 2023). Completed External Exam
15Examiner, "Proposal" (November, 2022). Completed Internal-Internal Exam
16Examiner, "PG Examination" (December, 2022). Completed Internal-Internal Exam
17Examiner, "Proposal defence" (December, 2022). Completed Internal-Internal Exam
18Examiner, "Proposal defence" (December, 2022). Completed Internal-Internal Exam
19Examiner, "PG Examination" (November, 2022). Completed Internal-Internal Exam
20Examiner, "PG Examination" (December, 2022). Completed Internal-External Exam
21Examiner, "Final qualifying Examination for General Nurses" (November, 2021 to November, 2021). Completed External Exam
22Chief Examiner, "Professional Examination for midwives" (March, 2018 to March, 2018). Completed External Exam
23Examiner, "Professional Examination for midwives" (September, 2013 to September, 2013). Completed External Exam
24Examiner, "Professional Qualifying Examination for General Nurses" (May, 2012 to May, 2012). Completed External Exam
25Examiner, "Pre-professional examination for General Nurses" (November, 2012 to November, 2012). Completed External Exam
26Examiner, "Final qualifying Examination for General Nurses" (November, 2010 to November, 2010). Completed External Exam
Accreditation Panel Memberships
1member, "Accreditation visit to Department of Nursing Sciences, Delta State University Agbor and Dennis Osadebay University, Asaba, Delta State." (January, 2024)
Contributions to the University/Society
1Member, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (January, 2026)
2Group Secretary, "SRIPTURE UNION NIGERIA" (December, 2025)
3Member, "Bleesed UNIZIK Quality Control Committee" (July, 2025)
4Member, "Bleesed UNIZIK Quality Control Committee" (April, 2025)
5Member, "Faculty Research Ethics Committee" (April, 2025)
6Journal Article Reviewer, "Biomedical Research Association of Nigeria" (January, 2023)
7College Welfare Committee, "College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University" (May, 2023)
8Research Ethics committee member, "Faculty of Health Science and Technology" (June, 2023)
9PG coordinator, "Department of Nursing science" (February, 2023)
10MCH coordinator, "Department of Nursing science" (February, 2023)
11Accreditation committee, "Faculty of Health Science and Technology" (June, 2023)
12Sunday School Teacher/Secretary, "National Evangelical Mission" (April, 2022)
13MCH coordinator, "Department of Nursing science" (February, 2022 to February, 2023)
14Timetable Officer, "Department of Nursing science" (February, 2021 to November, 2021)
15PG coordinator, "Department of Nursing science" (November, 2021 to February, 2023)
16MCH coordinator, "Department of Nursing science" (February, 2021 to February, 2022)
17Chairperson committee for Development of SIWESS logbook, "Department of Nursing, Nnamdi Azikiwe University" (June, 2021)
18Chairperson procedure manual committee, "Department of Nursing, Nnamdi Azikiwe University" (March, 2021)
19Chairperson clinical posting/supervision committee, "Department of Nursing, Nnamdi Azikiwe University" (March, 2021)
20Secretary curriculum committee, "Department of Nursing, Nnamdi Azikiwe University" (March, 2021)
21Timetable Officer, "Department of Nursing science" (February, 2019 to February, 2021)
22Exam officer, "Department of Nursing science" (January, 2017 to February, 2019)
23MCH coordinator, "Department of Nursing science" (February, 2014 to February, 2021)
24Ethics and conduct committee member, "Faculty of Health Science and Technology" (July, 2014 to October, 2015)
25Free Antenatal service team, "PACNET" (April, 2014 to August, 2017)
26Consultant Facilitative Supervision on Post Abortion Care and Family Planning, "Ipas Nigeria" (September, 2012 to June, 2018)

Relevant Events Attended

Conferences
1"International Research Conference", (Qualitative Nursing Research Group), 2nd June, 2021 to 9th June, 2021; Virtual
2"32nd ICM Triennial Congress held in June 2021 at Bali, Indonesia.", (International Confederation of Midwives), 1st December, 2020 to 2nd December, 2020; Zoom
Workshops
1"Mandatory Continuing Professional Development Programme", (Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria), 16th July, 2025 to 16th July, 2025; CWO Hall Okwuani, Nnewi
2"Workshop on Research Data Analysis", (Medical Research Society of College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University. Awka), 7th June, 2023 to 9th June, 2023; Anatomy Department Okofia, Nnewi Campus
3"Orientation Workshop on the Revised General Nursing and Midwifery Curriculum", (Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria), 30th August, 2022 to 3rd September, 2022; BON Hotel Platinum, Enugu
4"Examiner's workshop", (Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria), 23rd August, 2021 to 28th August, 2021; Prof Dora Akunyili Women Development Center
5"Workshop on Implementation of the Revised General Nursing, Midwifery and Post basic Nursing curricula", (Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria), 27th November, 2017 to 1st December, 2017; Crystal Palace Hotel GRA Enugu
6"Workshop on Continuing Professional Development", (Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria), 31st August, 2015 to 2nd September, 2015; Ministry of Health, Anambra State. Awka
7"Examiner's workshop", (Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria), 18th August, 2014 to 22nd August, 2014; Owerri
8"4 day workshop", (Department of Nursing Sciences, University of Nigeria Enugu Campus), 27th August, 2012 to 30th August, 2012; Moot Court Complex, Faculty of Law, University of Nigeria Enugu Campus