Dr. Ayobami Omolara Sobanke
Dr. Ayobami Omolara Sobanke is a SENIOR LECTURER in HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY Department, Faculty Of Basic Medical Sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Address: | Human Physiology, Faculty Of Basic Medical Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES |
Department/Sub-Unit: | HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY |
Social Profiles
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | UNIVERSITY OF IBADAN, IBADAN. (Doctor of Philosophy, May, 2025) October, 2018 to April, 2025 PHD GASTROINTESTINAL PHYSIOLOGY |
| 2 | UNIVERSITY OF IBADAN, IBADAN. (Master Degree, November, 2004) January, 2003 to January, 2004 M.Sc Physiology PHYSIOLOGY |
| 3 | University of Ilorin, Nigeria. (Bachelor Degree, July, 2001) February, 1997 to April, 2001 B.Sc Physiology |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Coordinator, Departmental Seminar Coordinator November, 2011 to June, 2025 |
| 2 | Coordinator, Acting Postgraduate Coordinator July, 2011 to May, 2012 |
| 3 | Assistant Officer, Assistant Departmental Examination Officer October, 2010 to September, 2013 |
Creative Output
| Journal Articles | |
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| 1 | Ezejindu D. N, Alozie O. P, Onyebu C. E, Udodi S. P, Enemuo Ijeoma, Okeke S. N, Ogbuokiri Doris, Okeke H. K, Ekoh A. A, Nwaefulu K. E, Sobanke A. O, Mmaju C. I, Okafor A. J, Chuka-Onwuokwu N. C, Ejiogu I. C, Nwoko S. O, Nnaemeka W. S, Ebi V. C, Agu A. U, Ugwu A. U and Nwodo N F. (2026, June), "Neuroprotective Effect of Low-Dose of Vitamin A on the Prefrontal Cortex of Methamphetamine Induced Adult Male Wistar Rats.", Asian Journal of Research and Reports in Neurology, Vol. 9, (Issue 1), pp 220-229 |
| 2 | Ezeokafor E.C., Sobanke A. O., Okeke B. C., Chukwumbah E.C., Afuberoh F. C.,Anyaogu C.C. Ejeh L. E. (2025, August), "Effect of Ethanolic Leaf Extract of Telfairia Occidentalis on an Alloxan Induced Diabetic Male Wistar Rats", International Journal of Pharmaceutical and Bio-Medical Science., Vol. 5, (Issue 8), pp 466-470 |
| 3 | Ezeokafor N. E., Malachy N.C., Mmaju C.I., Nwaefulu K. E., Sobanke A.O., Chukwumbah E.C., Egbunike C.G., Okeke B.C., Ezeadum k.. (2025, October), "The effect of Cannabis and Methamphetamine on liver and kidney Function in adult male wistar rats: a comparative study", . Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research, Vol. 26, (Issue 9), pp 155-163 |
| 4 | Ezeokafor E.N, Ubani C. D., Ifemenam K.E., Uchefuna R.C., Sobanke A. O., Nwaefulu K.E., Uzor C.I., Ottih C. J., Egbunike C. G.,. (2025, February), "Effect of ethanolic extracts of cymbopogon citratus (lemon grass), ocimum gratissimum and azadirachta indica on the liver function test, following plasmodium berghei-induced malaria in mice.", European Journal of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical sciences, Vol. 12, (Issue 2), pp 392-402 |
| 5 | Sobanke A. O, Ayeola A, Okwuonu F.I, Nnaemeka S.W, Ndubuisi J.C. Udeoji F. I, Adiele J. N. (2024, December), "Allium cepa L as a natural antioxidant: its efficacy in combating heat stress-induced physiological alterations", Human Nutrition & Metabolism, Vol. 39, pp 200293-200299 |
| 6 | Nnaemeka W.S., Olisekodiaka M.J, Onuegbu A.J, Aneke J.C, Onah C.E, Sobanke A.O. (2023, September), "): Evaluation of Lipid Profile in sickle cell disease subjects in steady state attending Nauth Nnewi Anambra State Nigeria.", International Journal of Innovative Research and Advanced studies, Vol. 10, (Issue -1), pp 17 – 21 |
| 7 | Adeleye G. S., Odesanmi E. O., Ajeigbe A. O., Omayone T., Odetola A., Sobanke A. O. (2023, December), "Ameliorative Effect s of coconut water on hematological and lipid profiles of Phenylhydrazine-treated rats", Niger. J. Physiol. Sci., Vol. 38, pp 247 – 253 |
| 8 | Njoku-Oji N.N., Ifegwu N.O., Umahi G.O., Sobanke A.O., Uchefuna R.C.. (2019, July), "Beneficial effects of ethanolic seed extract of cyperus esculentus on blood glucose and sperm quality in alloxan induced diabetic rats", Journal of Pharmacy and Biological Sciences, Vol. 14, (Issue -1), pp 84-90 |
| 9 | Njoku-Oji N.N., Omoloye G.A., Sobanke A.O., Umahi G.O., Uchefuna R. C., Ifegwu N.O.. (2018, August), "): Effects of Hibiscus sabdariffa calyx extract on male reproductive organ weight and testosterone in normal wistar rat.", World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research, Vol. 7, (Issue 13), pp 88-98 |
| 10 | Nzewi, J.I.; Okojie, A.; Edoga, C.O.; Sobanke, A.O.; Nwobodo, E.D.. (2016, November), "): Effect of Methanolic Extract of Emilia Praetermissa on Paracetamol Induced Liver Damage in Albino Wistar Rats", Journal of Pharmarcy and Biological Sciences, Vol. 11, (Issue 6), pp 29-36 |
| 11 | Okekeani, M.C.; Ezejindu, D.U.; Anokwulu, I.O.; Chukwujekwu, I.E.; Nzeako, H.C.; Sobanke, A.O.; Ekezie, Jervas.; Ezejindu, C.N.; Nwachukwu, N.O. (2016, April), "Ameliorating effects of Ocimum Gratissimum on liver enzymes of Mercury induced wistar rats", Journal of Surgery, Vol. 5, (Issue 2), pp 18-25 |
| 12 | Okekeani, M.C.; Ezejindu, D.U.; Anokwulu, I.O.; Chukwujekwu, I.E.; Nzeako, H.C.; Sobanke, A.O.; Ekezie, Jervas.; Ezejindu, C.N.; Nwachukwu, N.O.. (2016, June), "Protective Effects of Ocimum Gratissimum on Mercury Induced Hepatotoxicity in Adult Wistar Rats", Journal of Microbiology, Vol. 5, (Issue 3), pp 6-15 |
| 13 | Anokwulu, I.O.; Ezejindu, D.N.; Chukwujekwu, I.E.; Nzeako, H.C.; Akingboye, A.J.; Ndukwe, G.U.; Sobanke, A.O.; Ezejindu, C.N.; Nwachukwu, N.O. (2016, July), "The Phytochemical Effects of Ethanolic Extract of Beer Hops on the Liver Enzymes of Adult Wistar Rats", Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Vol. 5, (Issue 3), pp 35-39 |
| 14 | Njoku-Oji, N.N.; Nwike, O.U.; Dimkpa, U.; Ifegwu, N.O.; Anike, L.C.; Maduka, S.O.; Sobanke, O.A.; Uchefuna, R.C.. (2016, January), "Hematological changes following oral administration of aqueous leaf extract of Ficus Capensis in albino rats", International Blood Research and Reviews, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 1-7 |
| 15 | Ebunlomo, A.O.; Odetola, A.O.;Bamidele, O.;Egwurugwu J. N.; Maduka S.; AnopueJ.. (2012, December), "Effect of Emilia Praetermissa leaf extract on the haematological and biochemical parameters of stress induced ulcerated wistar rats.", African Journal of Biochemistry Research, Vol. 6, (Issue 14), pp 185-189 |
| 16 | Akinnuga,A.M.; Bamidele, O.; Ebunlomo, A.O.; Adeniyi,O.S.; Adeleye, G. S.; Ebomuche, L.C.. (2010, April), "Hypoglycaemic effects of dietary intake of ripe and unripe Lycopersion Esculentum(Tomatoes) on streptozotocin – induced diabetes mellitus", Online J. of Biol. Sci., Vol. 10, (Issue 2), pp 50-53 |
| 17 | Ebunlomo, A.O.,EgwurugwuJ. N., Nwokocha, C.R.,Ufearo, C.S.,Obaji, N.N., Otedola A.O., Adeleye G.S., Anetor I.C., Mounmbegna,P.P.E. (2009, January), "Protective effect of tomato (Lycopersion Esculentum) against lead poisoning in wistar rats.", . Int. J. Trop. Agric. & Food Systems, Vol. 1, (Issue 4), pp 335-339 |
| 18 | Obaji, N.N.; Nneli, R.O.; Egwurugwu J.N.; Ebunlomo, A.O.; Otedola, A.O.; Mounmbegna, P.P.E.. (2008, August), "Effect of aqueous extracts of Telfariaoccidentalis and OcimumViride on haematological parameters of rat", Int. J. of Natural and Appl. Sci, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 13-17 |
| 19 | Egwurugwu,J. N., Nwokocha, R.C., Ufearo, C.S.,Obaji, N.N., Ebunlomo, A.O.,Amromanoh F.O., Otedola A.O., Mounmbegna,P.P.E., Duruibe, J.O. (2007, July), "Palm oil as a detoxicant of cadmium in rats.", Int. J. Trop. Agric. & Food Systems, Vol. 1, (Issue 4), pp 364-368 |
| 20 | Egwurugwu, J.N., Ufearo, C.S., Abanobi, O.C., Nwokocha, C.R., Duruibe, J.O., Adeleye, G.S., Ebunlomo, A.O., Adetola,A.O., Onwufuji, O. (2007, September), "Effect of Ginger (Zingiberofficinale) on cadmium toxicity", African Journal of Biotechnology, Vol. 6, (Issue 18), pp 2078-2082 |
| 21 | Owoyele, B.V., Adebayo J. O., Muhammad N.O., Ebunlomo A.O.. (2003, May), "): Effect of different processing techniques of Tunbran meal on some haematological indices in rats.", Nig. J. Pure & Appl. Sci., Vol. 18, pp 1340-1345 |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Grants | |
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| 1 | Awardee: "NEEDS ASSESSMENT STAFF TRAINING SPONSORSHIP" (June, 2019 to June, 2021). Completed sponsored grant by NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Member, "UNIZIK Committee on International cooperation and linkages" (January, 2025) |
| 2 | Member, "Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences Examination misconduct disciplinary Committee" (February, 2017) |
| 3 | Member, "Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences Welfare Committee" (November, 2016) |
| 4 | Staff Adviser, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University Basic Medical Students Association (NAUBAMSSA)" (June, 2011 to May, 2018) |
| 5 | Ag. Postgraduate Coordinator, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State" (July, 2011 to May, 2012) |
| 6 | Asst Departmental Examination Officer, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State" (October, 2010 to September, 2013) |
| 7 | Member, "Joint Faculty seminar and colloquium committee for Faculty of Health Sciences & Technology and Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences" (March, 2009 to September, 2010) |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "MITIGATING EFFECT OF SULFASALAZINE ON ULCERATIVE COLITIS TRIGGERED OXIDATIVE STRESS IN REGIONS OF RAT BRAIN", (PHYSIOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF NIGERIA (PSN))), 8th February, 2023 to 11th February, 2023; IBADAN (IN-PERSON) |
| 2 | "SULFASALAZINE PROTECTS AGAINST THE WORSENING EFFECT OF ROTENONE ON LIVER AND COLONIC DAMAGE IN ACETIC ACID INDUCED COLITIS IN RATS", (PHYSIOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF NIGERIA (PSN))), 8th February, 2023 to 11th February, 2023; IBADAN (IN-PERSON) |
| 3 | "ELECTROCARDIOGRAPHIC CHANGES IN DIFFERENT PHASES OF MENSTRUAL CYCLE AMONGST HEALTHY FEMALE STUDENTS OF COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY, NNEWI CAMPUS.", (PHYSIOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF NIGERIA (PSN))), 8th February, 2023 to 11th February, 2023; IBADAN (ZOOM) |