Prof. Ifeanyi Benard Odoh
Prof. Ifeanyi Benard Odoh is a READER in APPLIED GEOPHYSICS Department, Faculty Of Physical Sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
A professor of Geophysics with concentration on oil and gas exploration. Lived and worked by time tested principles guided by measurable objectives per time and space and have the greatest joy in moments of proffering solutions to problems. I see people as assets and believe in synergy while detesting betrayal of trust. A good follower and loyal subordinate, I love superiors who challenge my intellect and task my passion for excellence. I enjoy coaching and mentoring my subordinates. As a team builder and avid team player, I see my family as my first team from where I extend positive team spirit to my larger world.
Personal Information
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Address: | Applied Geophysics, Faculty Of Physical Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES |
Department/Sub-Unit: | APPLIED GEOPHYSICS |
Social Profiles
Interest Areas
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka. (Doctor of Philosophy, August, 2008) January, 2006 to August, 2008 Applied Geophysics |
| 2 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka. (Master Degree, January, 2006) October, 2004 to January, 2006 |
| 3 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka. (Bachelor Degree, August, 1999) September, 1995 to August, 1999 Geological Sciences |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | SSG, Ebonyi State Government May, 2015 to April, 2018 |
| 2 | SAVC, Nnamdi Azikiwe University June, 2014 to May, 2015 |
| 3 | Director Water Resources, Nnamdi Azikiwe University August, 2010 to May, 2015 |
Creative Output
| Journal Articles | |
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| 1 | Onwe, I.M., Odoh, B.I. and Onwe, R.M., 2015. (2015, November), "(2) Onwe, I.M., Odoh, B.I. and Onwe, R.M., 2015, Estimation of Sedimentary thickness in eastern Anambra basin by qualitative and quantitative interpretation of Aeromagnetic data, Advances in Applied Science Research, 6(10): 1-6", Advances in Applied Science Research, Vol. 6, (Issue 10), pp 1-6 |
| 2 | Austin C. Okonkwo and Benard I. Odoh 2014. (2014, October), "Austin C. Okonkwo and Benard I. Odoh 2014, Characteristics of Resistivity and Self-Potential Anomalies over Agbani Sandstone, Enugu State, Southeastern Nigeria. Advances in Research, 2(12): 730-739", Advances in Research, Vol. 2, (Issue 12), pp 730-739 |
| 3 | Oguadinma, V. O., Okoro, A. U. and Odoh, B. I. 2014. (2014, November), "Oguadinma, V. O., Okoro, A. U. and Odoh, B. I. 2014, Lithofacies and textural attributes of the Nanka Sandstone (Eocene): proxies for evaluating the depositional environment and reservoir quality. Journal of Earth Sciences and Geotechnical Engineering, 17", Journal of Earth Sciences and Geotechnical Engineering, 1792-9660, pp 1792-9660 |
| 4 | B.I. Odoh, J.N. Ilechukwu and N.I. Okoli, 2014. (2014, October), "B.I. Odoh, J.N. Ilechukwu and N.I. Okoli, 2014; The Use of Seismic Attributes to Enhance Fault Interpretation of OT Field, Niger Delta, Nigeria, International Journal of Geosciences, 2014, 5, 826-834", International Journal of Geosciences, Vol. 5, pp 82w6-834 |
| 5 | D.O. Anomneze, A.G. Onwuemesi, B.I. Odoh, C.V. Ahaneku, C.C. Okonkwo and O.A. Oluwajana, 2014. (2014, July), "D.O. Anomneze, A.G. Onwuemesi, B.I. Odoh, C.V. Ahaneku, C.C. Okonkwo and O.A. Oluwajana, 2014: Reducing Ambiguity with Geoelectric Investigations: Implication for Near-Surface Cavities, Journal of Scientific Research and Reports, 3(5): 675-685", Journal of Scientific Research and Reports, Vol. 3, (Issue 5), pp 675-685 |
| 6 | B.I. Odoh and N.I. Okoli, 2013. (2013, June), "B.I. Odoh and N.I. Okoli, 2013: Amplitude Spectrum and Edge Detection Attributes for Channels Discrimination and Geometry in Otumara Field, Niger Delta, Nigeria, Proc. Nigerian Acad. Sci. 6(1): 63-73", Proc. Nigerian Acad. Sci., Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 63-73 |
| 7 | Ahamefula U. Utom, Benard I. Odoh and Boniface C.E. Egboka, 2013. (2013, March), "Ahamefula U. Utom, Benard I. Odoh and Boniface C.E. Egboka, 2013: Assessment of hydrogeochemical characteristics of groundwater quality in the vicinity of Okpara coal and Obwetti fireclay mines, near Enugu Town, Nigeria, Appl Water Sci. 3: 271-283", Appl Water Sci., Vol. 3, pp 271-283 |
| 8 | Ahamefula U. Utom, Benard I. Odoh, Daniel K. Amogu, Amobi C. Ekwe, and Boniface C.E. Egboka, 2013. (2013, June), "Ahamefula U. Utom, Benard I. Odoh, Daniel K. Amogu, Amobi C. Ekwe, and Boniface C.E. Egboka, 2013: Characterization of near-surface fractures for hydrogeological studies using azimuthal resistivity survey: A case history from Mamu Formation, Enugu (Nigeri", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 20, (Issue 2), pp 37-52 |
| 9 | Utom, A.U., Odoh, B.I. Odoh, B.I., Egboka, B. C. E. Egboka, N. E. and Okeke, H. C. 2013. (2013, July), "(10) Utom, A.U., Odoh, B.I. Odoh, B.I., Egboka, B. C. E. Egboka, N. E. and Okeke, H. C. 2013 2013: Estimation of subsurface hydrological parameters around Akwuke, Enugu, Nigeria using surface resistivity measurements, published by Journal of Geophysics a", Journal of Geophysics and Engineering, Vol. 10, (Issue 2), pp 1742-2132 |
| 10 | Ajaegwu, N.E.*, Odoh, B.I., Akpunonu, E.O., Obiadi, I.I. and Anakwuba, E.K. 2012:. (2012, November), "Ajaegwu, N.E.*, Odoh, B.I., Akpunonu, E.O., Obiadi, I.I. and Anakwuba, E.K. 2012: Late Miocene to Early Pliocene Palynostratigraphy and Palaeoenvironments of ANE-1 Well, Eastern Niger Delta, Nigeria, Journal of Mining and Geology, 48(1): 31-43.", Journal of Mining and Geology, Vol. 48, (Issue 1), pp 31-43 |
| 11 | Utom, A.U., Odoh, B.I. and Okoro, A.U. 2012. (2012, November), "Utom, A.U., Odoh, B.I. and Okoro, A.U. 2012: Estimation of Aquifer Transmisivity using Dar Zarrouk Parameters Derived from Surface Resistivity Measurements: a case history from parts of Enugu town (Nigeria), Journal of Water Resources and Protection; 4, ", Journal of Water Resources and Protection, Vol. 4, pp 993-1000 |
| 12 | A.U. Utom, D.K. Amogu, B.I. Odoh, A.C. Ekwe, B.C.E. Egboka and K.M. Onuoha, 2012. (2012, November), "A.U. Utom, D.K. Amogu, B.I. Odoh, A.C. Ekwe, B.C.E. Egboka and K.M. Onuoha, 2012, Characterization of Near Surface Fractures for Hydrogeophysical studies using Azimuthal Resistivity Methods, Near Surface Geosciences, 31-35", Near Surface Geosciences, pp 31-35 |
| 13 | K.K. Nwozor, M.L. Omudu, B.M. Ozumba, C.J. Egbuachor, and B.I. Odoh. (2012, May), "K.K. Nwozor, M.L. Omudu, B.M. Ozumba, C.J. Egbuachor, and B.I. Odoh, 2012, A Relationship between Diagenetic Clay Minerals and Pore Pressure in an Onshore Niger Delta Field, Petroleum Technology Development Journal, July 2012 v.2, no.2", PTDJ, Vol. 2, (Issue 2) |
| 14 | Odoh, B.I., Utom, A.U., Ezeh, H.N. and Egboka, B.C.E. (2012). (2012, July), "Odoh, B.I., Utom, A.U., Ezeh, H.N. and Egboka, B.C.E. (2012), Hydrogeological properties of groundwater in parts of Abakaliki city, southeastern Nigeria, Environmental Geosciences, 19(2): 53-61", Environmental Geosciences, Vol. 19, (Issue 2), pp 53-61 |
| 15 | Odoh BI, Egboka BCE, Aghamelu OP (2012). (2012, September), "Odoh BI, Egboka BCE, Aghamelu OP (2012) the status of soil at the permanent site of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Southeastern Nigeria. Canadian Journal of Pure and Applied Sciences. 6(1): 1837-1845", Journal of Pure and Applied Sciences, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 1837-1845 |
| 16 | Utom, A.U, Odoh, B.I. and Nwaze, S.O. 2012. (2012, October), "Utom, A.U, Odoh, B.I. and Nwaze, S.O. 2012, Groundwater prospecting in fractured shale aquifer using an integrated suite of geophysical methods: A case history from Presbyterian Church, Kpiri-Kpiri, Ebonyi state, SE Nigeria, Geosciences, 2012, 2(4): 60-65", Geosciences, Vol. 2, (Issue 4), pp 60-65 |
| 17 | Odoh, B.I., Onyeji, J., and Utom, A.U. 2012. (2012, October), "Odoh, B.I., Onyeji, J., and Utom, A.U. 2012, The integrated seismic reservoir characterization (ISRC) study in the Amboy field of Niger Delta oil field, Nigeria, Geosciences, 2(3): 60-65", Geosciences, Vol. 2, (Issue 3), pp 60-65 |
| 18 | O.P. Aghamelu, B.I. Odoh and B.C.E. Egboka 2011. (2011, November), "O.P. Aghamelu, B.I. Odoh and B.C.E. Egboka 2011, A geotechnical investigation on the structural failures of building projects in parts of Awka, southeastern Nigeria, Indian Journal of Science and Technology, 4(9): 1125-1130, www.indjst.org", Indian Journal of Science and Technology, Vol. 4, (Issue 9), pp 1125-1130 |
| 19 | Okechukwu P. A., B. I. Odoh and H. N. Ezeh 2011. (2011, April), "Okechukwu P. A., B. I. Odoh and H. N. Ezeh 2011, Use of accelerated procedure to estimate the settlement behavior of shallow foundation, International Journal of Basic & Applied Sciences, IJBAS 11(3): 106–116, www.ijens.org", Journal of Basic & Applied Sciences, IJBAS, Vol. 11, (Issue 3), pp 106-116 |
| 20 | Odoh, B.I. 2010. (2010, November), "Odoh, B.I. 2010, Electro-hydraulic Anisotropy of Fractures in parts of Abakaliki, using ARS method, International Archive of Applied Sciences and Technology (IAAST), 1(1) :10 – 19", IAAST, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 10-19 |
| 21 | Odoh, B.I. 2010. (2010, November), "(23) Odoh, B.I. 2010, Surface-outcrop characterization for fracture flow of groundwater: Case study of Abakaliki Basin, Ebonyi State, Nigeria, International Archive of Applied Sciences and Technology (IAAST), 1(1) :45 – 53, www.ipscollege.co.in", International Archive of Applied Sciences and Technology (IAAST), Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 45-53 |
| 22 | Odoh, B.I. & A.G. Onwuemesi, 2009. (2009, September), "Odoh, B.I. & A.G. Onwuemesi, 2009, Estimation of anisotropic properties of fractures in Presco campus of Ebonyi State University Abakaliki, Nigeria using Azimuthal resistivity survey method, Journal of Geology and Mining Research, 1(8): 172-179. www.a", Journal of Geology and Mining., Vol. 1, (Issue 8), pp 172-179 |
| 23 | Odoh, B.I., Onwuemesi, A.G. and Egboka,B.C.E., 2009. (2009, May), "Odoh, B.I., Onwuemesi, A.G. and Egboka,B.C.E., 2009, Petroleum Potentials of the Anambra Basin: Missing links and Challenges, Natural and Applied Sciences Journal, 10 (2): 223-238", Natural and Applied Sciences Journal, Vol. 10, (Issue 2), pp 223-238 |
| 24 | Odoh, B. I., Egboka, B.C.E., Ezeh, H.N., and Okoro, L. 2009. (2009, September), "Odoh, B. I., Egboka, B.C.E., Ezeh, H.N., and Okoro, L. 2009 Causes of Massive Failures and Remedial Measures for Groundwater Boreholes: Case Examples from Southeastern Nigeria, Global Journal of Geological Sciences, 7(1): 7-14", Global Journal of Geological Sciences, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 7-14 |
| 25 | Odoh, B.I. and Onwuemesi, A.G. 2008. (2008, November), "Odoh, B.I. and Onwuemesi, A.G. 2008, Using Electrical Wireline Logs for Aquifer Characterization in parts of Anambra Basin, SE Nigeria, Global Journal of Geological Sciences, 6(1): 33 – 39", Global Journal of Geological Sciences, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 33-39 |
| 26 | Odoh, Ben. I.,Onwuemesi, A.G.,Okoro, E.I.and Ajaegbu, N.E.,. (2007, June), "Odoh, Ben. I.,Onwuemesi, A.G.,Okoro, E.I.and Ajaegbu, N.E. 2007 Groundwater Investigation by Interpretation of Electrical Resistivity Data., Natural and Applied Sciences Journal, 8(1): 47-53", Natural and Applied Sciences Journal, Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 47-53 |
| 27 | Odoh, B.I., Nnabo, P.N., Ezeh, H.N., Utom, A.U., Onwuemesi, A.G. and Egboka, B.C.E.. (2007, September), "Odoh, B.I., Nnabo, P.N., Ezeh, H.N., Utom, A.U., Onwuemesi, A.G. and Egboka, B.C.E. 2007, Revisiting the possibilities of Earthquake prediction methodology, Natural and Applied Sciences Journal, 8(2): 162-170,", Natural and Applied Sciences Journal |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | Utom, A.U. and Odoh, Ben. I. 2008. (2008, November), "Utom, A.U. and Odoh, Ben. I. 2008 Assessment of Reservoir Properties of Afikpo Sandstone: A Grain-Size-Based Analysis of Outcrop Data, Proceedings from the 2008 Nigerian Association of Petroleum Explorationists", |
| 2 | A. U. Utom, B. I. Odoh, and F. Ogala, 2008. (2006, November), "A. U. Utom, B. I. Odoh, and F. Ogala, 2008, Characterization of fracture system of a shale aquifer using azimuthal resistivity survey: A case history from CAS campus, Ebonyi State University, Nigeria, SEG Expanded Abstracts 27, 1198 (2008), DOI:10.1190/1.", |
| 3 | Odoh, Ben. I. 2005. (2005, November), "Odoh, Ben. I. 2005, Global Energy Technological Issues; Present and Future Implications for the developing economies, 23rd Annual International Conference and Exhibition of the Nigerian Association of Petroleum Explorationists, Abuja, Nigeria, conference ", |
| Other Relevant Publications | |
| 1 | (1) Ahaneku, C.V., Okoro, A.U., Odoh, B.I., Anomneze, D.O., Chima, K.I., Ejeke, C.F. and Okoli, I.N. 2016. "(1) Ahaneku, C.V., Okoro, A.U., Odoh, B.I., Anomneze, D.O., Chima, K.I., Ejeke, C.F. and Okoli, I.N. 2016, Sequence Stratigraphy, Structural framework and hydrocarbon migration of Ariki Field, Nigeria. Petrol. Explor. Develop., 43(1): 82-88", (Research Work, 2016 July) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "Member, European Association of Geoscientists & Engineers No. M2012-2644" - M2012-2644 (member since 2012), https://eage.org |
| 2 | Full Member, "Member, American Association of Petroleum Geologist No. 10036283." - 10036283 (member since 2008), https://aapg.org |
| 3 | Full Member, "Member, Nigerian Mining and Geosciences Society No. C-08-3681" - 3681 (member since 2008), https://nmgs.org |
| 4 | Full Member, "Member, Nigeria Association of Petroleum Explorationist No. AC07/5074" - AC07/5074 (member since 2007), https://nape.org |
| 5 | Full Member, "Member, Society of Exploration Geophysics, Oklahoma USA No. 157438" - 157438 (member since 2004), https://seg.org |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "2012, Application of 2D resistivity imaging technique to inspect subsurface cavities for geotechnical investigation at Ogbunike Community, Nigeria at the SEG International Exposition and 82nd Annual Meeting in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, November 7th , 2012.", (Society of Exploration Geophysicist), 11th July, 2012 to 11th December, 2012; Las Vegas |
| 2 | "2012, An investigation into the Use of Electrical Resistivity in Aquifer Contamination Study: a case study, at the 18th European Meeting of Environmental and Engineering Geophysics of the Near Surface, Paris, France, 3rd -5th September, 2012.", (Society of Environmental and Engineering Geophysics), 9th March, 2012 to 9th May, 2012; France |
| 3 | "2010, “How can Nigeria effectively counter the Global climate change – induced sea level rise at her coastal areas?” 2nd International Conference of the West African Quaternary Research Association (WAQUA), University of Abomey-Calavi, Republique du Benin", (WAQUA), 10th May, 2010 to 10th November, 2010; Republique du Benin |
| 4 | "2007, Workplace health, safety and environmental Outlook in Ebonyi State, Nigeria, Health & Safety Canada 2007, IAPA Conference & Trade Show, International Panel Discussions, Toronto Metro Convention Centre, Toronto Ontario Canada.", (Health and Safety Canada), Toronto, Canada |
| 5 | "2013, Utilizing Continuous-wavelet transforms to detect channels over marine Tertiary tomboy field, Niger Delta, Nigeria, NAPE 31st International Conference and Exhibition, Lagos", (Nigerian Association of Petroleum Explorationists), Lagos |
| 6 | "2012, Orientation and Characteristics of fractures in Mamu formation by Azimuthal Resistivity Survey, Enugu Coal mine area, Nigeria, at the International Conference on Geological and Environmental Sciences, ICGES, Jeju Island, South Korea, 29-30th June, 2", (ICGES), South Korea |
| 7 | "2012, Using Geoelectric Sounding to Determine Shallow Aquifer Parameters in the Area around Okpara Coal Mine, Enugu, Nigeria, at 48th Annual International Conference of the Nigerian Mining And Geosciences Society, Eko 2012, 18th - 23rd March, 2012.", (NMGS), Lagos |
| 8 | "2010, Applications of Neural Networks Technology in Petroleum Geosciences and Engineering, AAPG search and Discovery Article # 90115©2010 AAPG Region Annual Conference, Abuja, Nigeria, 14-18 November, 2010", (AAPG), Abuja |
| 9 | "2008 Geosequestration Approach? Modeling for a safer future, AAPG Annual Convention and Exhibition, SanAntonio Texas.", (AAPG), San Antonio Texas, USA |
| 10 | "2007, P- and –S wave attenuation as a unique hydrocarbon indicator: a review, 25th Annual International Conference and Exhibition of the Nigerian Association of Petroleum Explorationists (NAPE), Abuja, Nigeria.", (NAPE), Abuja |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "2012, Azimuthal resisitivity survey - a confirmatory information on the kinematics of near- surface fractures at the Enugu area, Anambra basin, Nigeria, at SEG-AGU Hydrogeophysics Workshop, Boise, Idaho, USA, 8-11th July, 2012", (SEG), 7th May, 2012 to 7th November, 2012; Idaho, USA |
| 2 | "2006, E-Log & SP Interpretation of Aquifer Compartmentalization and Groundwater Quality Prediction in Anambra Basin Nigeria, SEG Hydrogeophysics Workshop, International Poster Panel Discussion Vancouver British Columbia Canada", (SEG), Vancouver, Canada |