Dr. Onyeka Fabian Obumselu

Dr. Onyeka Fabian Obumselu is a SENIOR LECTURER in PURE AND INDUSTRIAL CHEMISTRY Department, Faculty Of Physical Sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University

Dr. Onyeka Fabian Obumselu

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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

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Interest Areas

Organic Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, Physical Organic Chemistry

Academic Qualifications

Degrees / Basic Certificates
1University of Birmingham. (Doctor of Philosophy, December, 2019)
April, 2013 to December, 2019
PhD Synthetic Organic Chemistry
2Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Master Degree, September, 2010)
February, 2008 to September, 2010
Organic Chemistry
3Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Bachelor Degree, September, 2005)
June, 2001 to September, 2005
Pure & Industrial Chemistry
4Saint Charles Secondary School Onitsha. (SSCE, June, 2000)
September, 1994 to June, 2000

Relevant/Working Experience

1Member of special task force on vetting, compilation and producing Pre-science results for 2020/2021 session, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
December, 2021 to October, 2021
2Secretary, Quality assurance departmental sub-committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
July, 2021 to Present
3Member of special task force on vetting, compilation and producing Pre-science results for 2019/2020 session, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
April, 2021 to April, 2021
4Member, constitution of departmental undergraduate curriculum review committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
February, 2021 to Present
5Lecturer I, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
October, 2018 to Present
6Lecturer II, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
September, 2011 to October, 2018
7Assistant Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
September, 2010 to September, 2011
8Departmental Timetable Officer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
October, 2009 to June, 2012
9Graduate Assistant, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
February, 2008 to September, 2010

Creative Output

Books
1I. O. Okerulu, V. I. Onwukeme, J. K. C. Nduka, E. O. Iloh, C. I. Anarado, F. O. Obumselu and P. Omuku. (2012, December) Fundamentals of Chemistry Abimac Publishers, Nigeria
Book Chapters
1C. I. Egwuatu and O. F. Obumselu. (2021, March) Chemistry as a science Format Publishers (Nig) LTD, pp 79-91
2C. I. Egwuatu and O. F. Obumselu. (2021, March) Chemical Hazards Format Publishers (Nig) LTD, pp 105-117
3J.K. Nduka, F.O. Obumselu and N.G. Umedum. (2012, March) Crude oil and fractional spillages resulting from exploration and exploitation in Niger-Delta region of Nigeria: A review about the environmental and public health impact Intech Open
Journal Articles
1C. E. Anarado, N. P. Okafor, O. F. Obumselu, N. U. Ejimofor, N. P. Okafor, C. J. O. Anarado and C. B. Nsofor. (2022, November), "Production, properties and applications of Xylooligosaccharides (XOS): A Review", Asian Journal of Applied Chemistry Research, Vol. 12, (Issue 2), pp 1-10
2C.E. Anarado, N.U. Ejimofor, O.M. Chiadikaobi, F.O. Obumselu, C.B. Nsofor and C.J.O. Anarado. (2022, July), "Comparative phytochemical, proximate and in-vitro antihyperglycemic analysis of the root bark extracts of Nauclea latifolia Smith and the stem bark extracts of Azadirachta indica A. Juss", Journal of Chemical Society of Nigeria, Vol. 47, (Issue 4), pp 776-797
3C.E. Anarado, V.I.E. Ajiwe, C.J.O. Anarado, O.F. Obumselu, N.L. Umedum and S.E. Okafor. (2021, November), "The phytochemistry, ethnomedicinal and pharmacology uses of Justicia carnea Lindl used in traditional medicine in Nigeria-A review", South Asian Research Journal of Natural Products, Vol. 4, (Issue 4), pp 85-93
4C.E. Anarado, V.I.E. Ajiwe, C.J.O. Anarado, O.F. Obumselu, T.U. Onuegbu and S.E. Okafor. (2021, November), "Phytochemical, proximate, in-vitro antimalarial and antimicrobial screening of leaf extracts of Justicia carnea Lindl", International Research Journal of Pure & Applied Chemistry, Vol. 22, (Issue 8), pp 55-73
5C.E. Anarado, V.I.E. Ajiwe, O.F. Obumselu, C.J.O. Anarado and N.P. Okafor. (2021, November), "Phytochemical, proximate, in-vitro antimalarial, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial screening of leaf extracts of Combretum platypterum (Welw) Hutch & Dalziel", Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International, Vol. 33, (Issue 52), pp 39-61
6F.C.Orakwue, V.N. Okafor, F.O. Obumselu, J.O. Okoli and K.C. Nnamdi. (2021, August), "Phytochemical, antimicrobial screening and human health risk assessment of heavy metals of stem bark and root extracts of Newbouldia leaves (boundary tree)", Journal of Chemical Society of Nigeria, Vol. 46, (Issue 6), pp 0940-0950
7C.I. Egwuatu, C.C. Odebeatu, O.F. Obumselu, I.M. Iloamaeke and T.J. Kameje. (2018, May), "Isotherm studies of adsorption of Cr (VI) ions onto coconut husk.", Journal of Biochemistry, Biopjysics and Molecular Biology, Vol. 3, (Issue 2), pp 38-44
8A.S. Ogbuagu, S.N. Eric, F.O. Obumselu and J.O. Ogbuagu. (2018, December), "Qualitative and quantitative phytochemical and physicochemical analyses on the oil and extracts from Ricinodendron heudelotii", Chemical and Pharmaceutical Research, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 1-7
9I.O. Okerulu, F.O. Obumselu, P.A.C. Okoye and P.N. Ekemezie. (2015, March), "Assessment of phytochemical, proximate and mineral composition of Cantharellus subalbidus (mushroom) from a farm in Ukpo, Anambra State, Nigeria.", International Journal of Scientific Research and Engineering Studies, Vol. 2, (Issue 8), pp 115-118
10C.I. Egwuatu, O.F. Obumselu, C.J.O. Anarado and N.L. Umedum. (2014, July), "Adsorption of lead ions onto cattle bone", Journal of International Environmental Application and Science, Vol. 9, (Issue 2), pp 194-204
11U. E. Ekpunobi, C. B. Duru, A. S. Ogbuagu and F. O. Obumselu.. (2013, March), "Analysis and Characterization of clay deposits in Idemili river, South Eastern Nigeria.", Der Chemica Sinica, Vol. 4, (Issue 3), pp 6-9
12J.K. Nduka, C. Anyakora, E. Obi, F.O. Obumselu, T.E. Ezenwa and L.C. Ngozi-Olechi. (2013, August), "Polyaromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and inorganic chemical contaminants at refuse dumpsites in Awka, South Eastern Nigeia: A public health implication", Journal of Scientific Research and Reports, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 173-189
13T.U. Onuegbu, N.O. Ilochi, I.M. Ogbu, F.O. Obumselu and I. Okafor. (2012, October), "Preparation of environmental friendly bio-coal briquette from groundnut shell and maize cob biomass waste: Comparative effects of ignition time and water boiling studies", Curr. Res. Chem., Vol. 4, pp 110-118
14F.O. Obumselu, I.O. Okerulu, V.I. Onwukeme, T.U. Onuegbu and R.C. Eze. (2011, June), "Phytochemical and antibacterial analysis of the leaf extracts of Ricinus communis", Journal of Basic Physical Research, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 68-69
15T.U. Onuegbu, U.E. Ekpunobi, I.M. Ogbu, M.O. Ekeoma and F.O. Obumselu. (2011, September), "Comparative studies of ignition time and water boiling test of coal and biomass briquettes blend", IJRRAS, Vol. 7, (Issue 2), pp 153-159
16V.I. Onwukeme, P.M. Nwako, A.C. Okoye, A.A. Chine and F. O. Obumselu. (2010, April), "Studies of indoor NO2 in offices located at Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka and shops at Awka market, Anambra State Nigeria using palmes diffusion tube.", World Journal of Biotechnology, Vol. 11, (Issue 1), pp 1736-1741
17V.I. Onwukeme, P.M. Nwako, F.O. Obumselu, A.A. Chine and A.N. Animoke. (2010, May), "Palm pressed fibre and cement composites for ceiling sheet production", African Journal Sci, Vol. 11, (Issue 1), pp 2592-2598
18V.I. Onwukeme, E.C. Obiuchendu, P.M. Nwako and F.O.Obumselu. (2010, June), "Studies of phytochemical and antimicrobial activity screening of Musa paradisaca (plantain) leaves", African Journal Sci, Vol. 11, (Issue 1), pp 2491-2499
19I.O. Okerulu, F.O. Obumselu, P. Nzelu and I.F. Nwabunwanne. (2010, August), "The use of masterbatches, processing aids and additives in petrochemical (polyolefin) industry", Anachem Journal, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 634-639
20T.U.Onuegbu, I.M. Ogbu, N.O. Ilochi, I. Okafor, F.O. Obumselu and U.E.Ekpunobi. (2010, March), "Enhancing the efficiency of coal briquette in rural Nigeria using Pennisetum purpurem.", Advances in Natural and Applied Sciences, Vol. 4, (Issue 3), pp 299-305

Academic Leadership Qualities

Editorships
1Editor, "BASIC ORGANIC CHEMISTRY FOR TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS" (November, 2022)
Reviewerships
1Reviewer, "Journal of Basic Physical Research" (July, 2020)
Contributions to the University/Society
1Member, Faculty Workshop Research & Exhibition Committee, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (March, 2021)
2Member, Faculty Career/Counselling Committee, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (August, 2021)

Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies

1Associate Member, "The Royal Society of Chemistry" (member since 2015), https://www.rsc.org
2Full Member, "Chemical Society of Nigeria" (member since 2010), https://www.chemsociety.org.ng