Dr. Onyedikachi Joseph Ejikeme

Dr. Onyedikachi Joseph Ejikeme is a SENIOR LECTURER in SURVEYING AND GEOINFORMATICS Department, Faculty Of Environmental Sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University

Dr. Onyedikachi Joseph Ejikeme

Staff Profile

My name is Dr Joseph Onyedika Ejikeme. I holds a B.Sc, M.Sc and PhD in Surveying and Geoinformatics. My area of specialization  is Remote Sensing and GIS.

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Surveying And Geoinformatics, Faculty Of Environmental Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.
Faculty/Unit:
FACULTY OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
Department/Sub-Unit:
SURVEYING AND GEOINFORMATICS

Academic Qualifications

Degrees / Basic Certificates
1NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY,AWKA. (Doctor of Philosophy, October, 2016)
January, 2013 to August, 2016
PhD SURVEYING AND GEOINFORMATICS

Relevant/Working Experience

1Sub Dean, Faculty of Environmental Science, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka
April, 2023 to April, 2025
2Head of Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka
September, 2018 to February, 2022
3Post Graduate Coordinator, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka
September, 2016 to August, 2018

Creative Output

Book Chapters
1Ejikeme J.O, Igbokwe J.I, Enoh M.A. (2022, September) Spatio temporal analysis and predictions of wet season Urban Land Surface Temperature of Awka Metropolis, Anambra State, Nigeria
2Emengini E.J, Ejikeme J.O. (2016, April) land Pollution
Journal Articles
1Ejikeme Joseph Onyedika, Suraju Buhari Idowu. (2024, February), "Mapping and Analysis of Urban Drainage System in Asaba Metropolis Delta State using Remote Sensing and Geographic Information System", Global Journal of Engineering and Technology Advances
2Ejikeme J.O, Ayuba T, Igbokwe E.C,Idhoko K.E. (2023, October), "Evaluation of the Spatial and Geometric quality of UAV-derived DEM product in Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Nigeria", Tropical Built Environment Journal, Vol. 9, (Issue 2), pp 209-217
3Ejikeme J.O, Adeboboye A.J, Ezeomedo I.C. (2023, November), "Multi criteria analysis of suitable sites for establishment of reservoir in Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka Nigeria", COOU -African Journal of Environmental Research
4Ejikeme J.O, Moses Igbafen, Onwuzuligbo C.U, Johnson N.G. (2023, December), "Modelling Risk Assessment of Oil spillage in Southern Ijaw Local Government Area of Bayelsa State Nigeria using Remote Sensing and GIS Technology", American Journal of Engineering Research
5Joseph Ejikeme, Kenechukwu Adogu, Chukwubueze Onwuzuligbo. (2023, January), "Monitoring of spatio temporal dynamics of Air pollution in Enugu Urban using Remote Sensing and GIS", European Journal of Environment and Earth Science
6Uwandu I.G, Ejikeme J.O, Chukwu, F.N. (2023, November), "GIS Based Analytical Hierarchy Process Modelling for Flood Vulnerability Assessment of Communities along Otamiri River Basin Imo state, Nigeria", Journal of Engineering Research and Reports
7Ejikeme Joseph Onyedika, Ayuba Titus, Okeke Uzoma Chinenye. (2023, December), "Evaluation of impact of terrain configuration and landforms on the accuracy of UAV-derived DEM", European Journal of Science, Innovation and Technology
8Ejikeme J.O, Ikpughur C, Igbokwe E.C, Udoudo N.P, Njoku R.E. (2022, June), "Development of a Web based Geospatial intelligent Decision Support system for control of herders and farmers crisis in Benue State Nigeria", World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews
9Ugbelesa Vincent Nwacholundu, Igbokwe Joel Izuchukwu, Emengini Josephine Ebele, Ejikeme Joseph Onyedika. (2021, September), "Classification of Landuse/Landcover of Aniocha North Local Government Area, Delta State using Satellite imagery", World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews
10Ugbelesa Vincent Nwacholundu, Igbokwe Joel Izuchukwu, Emengini Josephine Ebele, Ejikeme Joseph Onyedika, Igbokwe Esomchukwu Chinagorom. (2021, August), "Generating and analyzing Terrain characteristics from Shuttle Radar Topographic Mission (SRTM)DEM", World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews
11Eteli T.H, Igbokwe J.I, Ojiako J.C, Ejikeme J.O. (2021, June), "Ecological Risk Zones Assessment and Delineation in Bayelsa State Nigeria from Remotely sensed imageries", International Journal of Engineering Science and Computing
12Ugwuanyi N.C, Igbokwe J.I, Ejikeme J O, Igbokwe E.C. (2021, June), "Multi criteria Geographic Information System (GIS) analysis for solid waste management in Enugu metropolis, Enugu State Nigeria", International Journal of Engineering Science and Computing
13Ojiako JC, Ejikeme JO, Duru U, Adeboboye AJ, Umenweke DO. (2021, June), "Removal of Noise from Shuttle Radar Topographic Mission over Vegetation and Built up Area for Large scale topographic mapping", Environmental Review, Vol. 8, (Issue 2), pp 124-131
14Aweh DS, Igbokwe JI, Ejikeme JO. (2021, July), "Analytical Hierarchy Process -GIS Based Decision Support System for Modular Petroleum Refining Plant Siting: A case Study of Edo State, Nigeria", European Journal of Advances in Engineering and Technology, Vol. 8, (Issue 3), pp 40-47
15Aweh, D.S; Igbokwe, J.I, Ejikeme, J.O. (2021, January), "Analytic Hierarchy Process-Based Environmental Criteria Weight Assessment And Prioritization For Suitable Petroleum Refining Plant Siting In Edo State, Nigeria.", Asian Review of Environmental and Earth Sciences
16Idoko I.A, Ejikeme J.O, Salifu J.O. (2021, October), "Monitoring of Urban Growth pattern of Ado-Odo Local Government Area of Ogun State using spatio temporal Built up Area Analysis and Machine Learning Techniques", Nigerian Journal of Surveying and Geoinformatics
1735. Ejikeme, J.O; Igbokwe, J.I; Igbokwe, E.C, Paul, C.. (2020, March), "Application Of Knowledge-Based Image Classification And CA-Markov Chain Prediction Model For Landuse/Landcover Change Analysis Of Onitsha And Environs, Anambra State", International Journal of Advanced Research and Publications (IJARP)
1836. Agada,D.U; Johnson, N.G; Yaya,A.L; Abraham,S.S, Ejikeme, J.O. (2020, March), "Evaluating The Solid Waste Dump Site Within Lokoja Metropolis Using Geospatial Techniques.", Journal of Geography, Meteorology and Environment (JGME), Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 84-95
19Okechukwu U.C, Igbokwe J.I, Ejikeme J.O. (2019, June), "Site suitability Analysis for locating wind energy power plant in Rivers State Nigeria using Geospatial Technology", International Journal of Engineering Science and Computing
20Adebola P.I, Igbokwe J.I, Ejikeme J.O, Ojiako J.C. (2019, August), "Object based approach for landuse/Landcover mapping of Makurdi Area of Benue State, Nigeria using High Resolution Satellite imagery", International Journal of Engineering Science and Computing
21Ezeibenne C.C, Igbokwe J.I, Ejikeme J.O, Igbokwe E.C. (2019, August), "Site suitability Analysis for small dams for irrigation and water supply in Anambra State, Nigeria using GIS", International Journal of Engineering Science and Computing
2230. Joseph Ejikeme; Josephine Emengini; Elizabeth Ugwu, Daniel Umenweke. (2019, April), "A Comparative Evaluation Of Different Techniques Of Supervised Classification In Landuse/Landcover Mapping Of Awka South L.G.A, Anambra State, Nigeria.", Journal of Environment and Earth Science
2331. Joseph Ejikeme; Joel Igbokwe; Daniel Umenweke , Elizabeth Ugwu. (2019, January), "Comparative Analysis Of SRTM And ASTER GDEMs In Topographic And Hydrological Modeling Of Onitsha And Environs, Anambra State, Nigeria", International Journal of Geoinformatics and Geological Science
24Ejikeme J.O, Adeboboye A J, Umenweke D.O, Ekebuike A.N. (2018, January), "Development of prototype model for population estimation: A case study of Udoka Housing Estate Awka Anambra State Nigeria", International Journal of Engineering Science Invention
25Ejikeme, J.O., Igbokwe, J.I., Ojiako, J.C, Umenweke, D.O. (2018, May), "Assessment Of The Impact Of Terrain Configuration And Landuse/Landcover On The Performance Of SRTM, ASTER Version1 And Version2 GDEMs: A Case Study Of Onitsha And Environs, Anambra State, Nigeria.", IOSR Journal of Environmental Science, Toxicology and Food Technology
26Igbokwe, J.I; Akinroye, R.O; Ejikeme, J.O, Igbokwe, E.C. (2018, February), "Modeling And Mapping Of Landcover And Landuse Changes In Kaduna, Nigeria Using Cellular Automata And Multiple Logistic Regression", IOSR Journal of Computer Engineering (IOSR-JCE)
27Ovu, I.O., Igbokwe, J.I., Ejikeme, J.O, Adeboboye, A.J. (2018, January), "Mapping And Analysis Of Site Suitability For Wind Energy Farm Using Geospatial Technology In Edo State, Nigeria.", International Journal of Engineering Science and Computing (IJESC), Vol. 8, (Issue 8), pp 18845-18853
28Anumba, J.U; Ojiako, J.C; Igbokwe, E.C; Ejikeme, J.O, Nnam, V.C. (2018, March), "Crime Mapping In Enugu Urban Area Of Enugu State, Nigeria Using GIS Approach", Journal of Environment and Earth Science
2928. Ejikeme, J.O; Igbokwe, J.I; Ojiako, J.C; Umenweke, D.O and Onwuzuligbo, C.U. (2018, February), "Development And Implementation Of A Web-based Geospatial Database For Control And Management Of Drug Abuse Prevalence In Anambra State.", Tropical Built Environment Journal
30Davies O, Johnson N.G, Yongsong Q, Ndege J, Ejikeme J.O. (2018, May), "Spatial patterns of tuberculosis incidence in Buffalo City Municipality, Eastern Cape province, South Africa: The Disease map approach", Tropical Built Environment Journal
31F.U, Okoli; Johnson, N.G, Ejikeme, J.O. (2017, January), "Mapping Groundwater Potential Zones In Enugu State Using Remote Sensing And GIS Techniques.", International Journal of Innovative Environmental Studies Research
32Ejikeme, J.O, Igbokwe, J.I, Igbokwe, E.C, Aweh, D.S. (2017, March), "Evaluation Of Horizontal And Vertical Accuracies Of SRTM And ASTER GDEMs For Topographic And Hydrological Modeling In Onitsha, South East Nigeria.", International Journal of Innovative Research in Engineering & Management,
3320. Emengini, E.J., Akpata, Sylvester, Ejikeme, J.O. (2017, January), "Creation Of Cadastral Information System Of Asade Estate, Abuja Nigeria.", International Journal of Rural Development, Environment and Health Research
34Ejikeme, J.O., Ojiako, J.C., Onwuzuligbo, C.U, Ezeh, F.C. (2017, April), "Enhancing Food Security In Anambra State, Nigeria Using Remote Sensing Data", Environmental Review
35Emengini, E.J., Ikharo, I.B, Ejikeme, O.J. (2017, March), "Locational Analysis Of Police Stations In Bauchi Metropolis, Bauchi State, Nigeria Using GIS", Environmental Review
36J.I Igbokwe, U.C Ibe, J.O Ejikeme, E.C Igbokwe. (2016, March), "Spatio temporal mapping and analysis of Agulu -Nanka Gully erosion site in Anambra Stat, Nigeria", Nigerian Journal of Surveying and Geoinformatics
37J.I Igbokwe, S.O Ogunlade, J.O Ejikeme, E.C Igbokwe. (2016, March), "Mapping and monitoring Deforestation in Ondo State using Remote Sensing techniques for forest resource management", Nigerian Journal of Surveying and Geoinformatics
38Igbokwe, J.I; Nnah, S.I; Ejikeme, J.O, Igbokwe, E.C. (2016, February), "Mapping And Analysis Of Transportation Network Of Port Harcourt, Rivers State Using Geographic Information System (GIS) And Remote Sensing.", International Journal of Innovative Environmental Studies Research
39Ejikeme, J.O, Emengini, E.J, Ekebuike, A , Njoku, R.E. (2016, April), "Mapping And Modelling Of Frequency And Location Of Road Accident Along Onitsha-Awka Expressway, Anambra State Nigeria Using GIS Techniques. Te Nigeria Using GIS Techniques.", International Journal of Innovative Research in Engineering & Management.
40Ejikeme J.O, Emengini E.J, Ojiako J.C, Onwuzuligbo C.U. (2016, March), "Comparative Analysis of the Accuracies of DGPS and Total Station Instrument in precise location of Geospatial Infrastructure", Environmental Review
419. Ejikeme, J.O; Igbokwe, J.I; Ezeomedo, I.C; Aweh, D.S and Akinroye, R. (2015, January), "Analysis Of Risks And Impacts Of Flooding With Satellite Remote Sensing.", Journal of Environment and Earth Science
4210. Ejikeme, J.O; Igbokwe, J.I; Ojiako, J.C; Emengini, E.J, Aweh, D.S. (2015, March), "Modelling The Impact Of Flooding Using Geographic Information System And Remote Sensing", International Journal of Technical Research and Applications
4311. Umenweke, D.O; Igbokwe, J.I; Ejikeme, J.O, Igbokwe, E.C. (2015, February), "Development Of Multipurpose Cadastre Of Udoka Housing Estate, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria For Efficient Land Administration", International Journal of Scientific & Engineering Research,
44Omilabu, J.O; Igbokwe, J.I; Ejikeme, J.O; Igbokwe, E.C, Njoku, R.E. (2015, April), "Development Of Utility Information System For Management Of Electricity Distribution Of Iyaji Residential Layout, Oyo, Oyo State, Nigeria.", International Journal of Scientific and Engineering Research
457. Ejikeme, J.O; Igbokwe, J.I; Igbokwe, E.C, Ezeomedo, I.C. (2014, February), "The Revision Of 1:50000 Topographic Map Of Onitsha Metropolis, Anambra State, Nigeria Using NigeriaSat-1 Imagery", International Journal of Environment and Management., Vol. 5, (Issue 4), pp 235-240
468. Ejikeme, J.O; Igbokwe, J.I; Ezeh, F.C, Onwuzuligbo, C.U. (2014, ), "Comparison Of The Landsat-7ETM+ And NigeriaSat-1 Imagery For The Revision Of 1: 50000 Topographic Map Of Onitsha Metropolis, Anambra State, Nigeria", Journal of Environment and Earth Science, Vol. 4, (Issue 19), pp 10-17
472. Ejikeme, J.O; Igbokwe, J.I; Johnson, N.G, Chukwuocha, A.C. (2013, March), "GIS As A Tool For Effective Management Of Fire Disaster: A Case Study Of Onitsha Metropolis In Anambra State Of Nigeria", Research Journal of Applied Sciences, Vol. 8, (Issue 10), pp 461-469
483. Ejikeme, J.O; Igbokwe,J.I, Emengini, E.J. (2013, January), "Spatial Analysis Of Impacts Of Fugitive Emission Concentration Using GIS And Remote Sensing Techniques: A Case Study Of Onitsha Metropolis, Anambra State, Nigeria.", International Journal of Engineering Research & Technology, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 1-8
494. Ejikeme, J.O; Igbokwe, J.I; Ojiako, J.C, Igbokwe, E.C. (2013, June), "Mapping And Monitoring Of HIV Susceptible Victims In Anambra State, Nigeria Using GIS.", International Journal of Advance Biological Research, Vol. 3, (Issue 2), pp 312-316
505. Emengini, E.J; Ejikeme, J.O, Adeboboye, A.J. (2013, February), "Assessment Of Water Deficit Stress In Crops Using Thermal Remote Sensing.", International Journal of Environmental Science, Management and Engineering Research., Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 39-49
516. Igbokwe, J.I; Ezeomedo, I.C, Ejikeme, J. (2013, June), "Identification Of Urban Sprawl Using Remote Sensing And GIS Technique: A Case Study Of Onitsha And Its Environs In Southeast, Nigeria.", . International Journal of Remote Sensing & Geoscience, Vol. 2, (Issue 6), pp 41-49
52Ejikeme J.O, Igbokwe J.I. (2011, September), "GIS Modelling of Crime pattern in Onitsha Metropolis", Environmental Review
Conference Papers
1Idoko I.A, Gbiri I.A, Omolaye K.L, Ejikeme J.O. (2020, July), "Geospatial Assessment of Gully erosion in parts of Iyana Iyesi Sango Ota,Ado-Odo Local Government Area,Ogun State",
242. Onwuzuligbo, C.U, Ejikeme, J.O and Nnam V.C. (2013, February), "Adequate Geodetic Infrastructure: The First Step To Sustainable Development.", Proceedings of the 2013 Working Week of International FeProceedings of the 2013 Working Week of International Federation of Surveyors (FIG), Abuja, Ni
339. Ejikeme, J.O, Onwuzuligbo,C.U. (2012, May), "Surveying Profession And Ethical Questions", Proceedings of the 2012 Working Week of International Federation of Surveyors (FIG), Rome, Italy
440. Onwuzuligbo, C.U, Ejikeme, J.O, Victor Nnam. (2012, May), "Surveyor’s Participation In Active Politics In Africa: Bridging The Disconnect",

Academic Leadership Qualities

Supervisions
1"Development of a Web based Geospatial intelligent Decision Support system for control of herders and farmers crisis in Benue State, Nigeria" (2021). Completed Masters project by Ikpughur Christopher Terkimbi (2018336012F)
2"A Study of Urban Growth pattern of Ado-Odo LGA of Ogun State, Nigeria using Artificial Neural Network" (2021). Completed Masters project by Arome Idoko Isaac (2018336003F)
3"Developing an approach for enhancing road monitoring and safety in Awka Urban through the use of Geospatial Technology" (2023). Completed Masters project by Edmund Chikelu (2015336010F)
4"Monitoring of spatiotemporal dynamic of Air Pollution in Enugu using Remote Sensing and GIS" (2023). Completed Masters project by Adogu Kenechukwu (2019336005FA)
5"Time Series Flood Mapping and Analysis in Anambra State Nigeria using Synthetic Aperture Radar" (2023). Completed Masters project by Okoroji Oluchukwu Iheyinwa (2020336004F)
Grants
1Awardee: "Installation of CORS" (September, 2021 to December, 2023). Completed sponsored grant by DIGMAP Services
2Awardee: "Attraction of Survey equipment" (January, 2021 to April, 2021). Completed sponsored grant by Office of the Surveyor General of the Federation and Surveyors Council of Nigeria
3Awardee: "Attraction of Survey equipment" (July, 2019 to September, 2019). Completed sponsored grant by Friends of the Department
4Awardee: "APPOINTMENT AS GIS EXPERT FOR THE CONDUCT OF LOCAL EPIDEMIC APPRAISAL SURVEY IN ANAMBRA STATE BY ANAMBRA STATE AIDS CONTROL AGENCY" (April, 2012 to November, 2012). Completed sponsored grant by ANAMBRA STATE AIDS CONTROL AGENCY
Editorships
1Editor, "Environmental Review" (September, 2019)
Reviewerships
1Reviewer, "International Journal of Environment and Climate change" (November, 2021)
Examinerships
1Chief Examiner, "Accuracy Assessment of Machine Learning Algorithms in Automatic Extraction of Building Footprints from High Resolution Images" (July, 2023 to July, 2023). Completed External Exam
2Chief Examiner, "Land Suitability Analysis for non-Rice cultivation Areas in Ekiti State, Nigeria using Geographic Information System based Analytic Hierarchy Process Approach" (January, 2023 to April, 2023). Completed External Exam
3Chief Examiner, "Assessment of the effect of Landuse and Landcover dynamic on the hydrological system in Lagos State, Nigeria" (November, 2022 to December, 2022). Completed External Exam
4Chief Examiner, "Spatial analysis and mapping of Bitumen location in Okitipupa Local Government Area Ondo State" (December, 2022 to December, 2022). Completed External Exam
5Chief Examiner, "Mapping and monitoring of the spatial distribution of wetlands in Ilaje LGA of Ondo State using Index Based Algorithms" (June, 2021 to August, 2021). Completed External Exam
6Chief Examiner, "Geospatial Assessment of Flooding in Ilorin South LGA, Kwara State" (August, 2021 to September, 2021). Completed External Exam
7Chief Examiner, "Spatial Assessment of Open Defecation in the core area of Akure Metropolis,Ondo State, Nigeria" (August, 2021 to September, 2021). Completed External Exam
8Chief Examiner, "Comparative Analysis of techniques for Route Survey: A case of Deeper Life Camp Road, Akure, Ondo State" (August, 2021 to September, 2021). Completed External Exam
9Chief Examiner, "Mapping and assessing impact of Land Surface Temperature of Akure Industrial Layout and it's Environs" (August, 2021 to September, 2021). Completed External Exam
10Chief Examiner, "Spatio temporal analysis of Carbon sequestration in Owo Forest Reserve of Ondo Statee" (October, 2021 to December, 2021). Completed External Exam
Accreditation Panel Memberships
1MEMBER, "SURCON PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION TEAM TO FEDERAL POLYTECHNIC, NASARAWA" (May, 2019)
Contributions to the University/Society
1Member, "Faculty of Environmental Science World Environment Day Committee" (March, 2023 to June, 2023)
2Member, "Faculty of Environmental Science Conference and Seminar Committee" (May, 2023 to December, 2023)
3Member, "Nigerian Institution of Surveyors Anambra State Branch" (December, 2022 to December, 2023)
4Vice Chairman, "Nigerian Institution of Surveyors Anambra State Branch" (September, 2022 to December, 2023)
5Member, "Endowment fund project Technical committee" (October, 2021 to October, 2022)
6Member, "Faculty of Environmental Science Annual lecture committee" (February, 2018 to June, 2019)
7Member, "Faculty of Environmental Science Soft skills acquisition Committee" (February, 2016 to August, 2017)
8Member, "Faculty of Environmental Science World Environment Day Committee" (April, 2016 to March, 2017)
9Member, "Institute of safety professional of Nigeria LOC" (October, 2016 to October, 2017)
10Member, "Faculty of Environmental Science Welfare Association Executive Committee" (July, 2015 to April, 2017)
11CEP Coordinator, "Department of Surveying and Geoinformatics" (November, 2012 to June, 2015)
12Exam Officer, "Department of Surveying and Geoinformatics" (November, 2012 to June, 2015)
13Member, "ASUU- NAU" (November, 2012 to May, 2014)

Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies

1Full Member, "Nigeria Association of Geodesy" (member since 2021), https://nag com.ng
2Full Member, "Geoinformation Society of Nigeria" - FM00355 (member since 2019), https://geoson.com.ng
3Full Member, "Nigerian Institution of Surveyors" - 1673 (member since 2016), https://nisngr.net
4Full Member, "SURCON" - 2491 (member since 2013), https://surcon.gov.ng
5Graduate Member, "Nigerian Institute of Management" - 052644 (member since 2010), https://nim.com.ng

Relevant Events Attended

Conferences
1"Annual meeting and conference of Nigerian Association of Geodesy", (Nigerian Association of Geodesy), 18th November, 2021 to 19th November, 2021; Federal School of Surveying, Oyo
2"Annual meeting and conference of Geoinformation Society of Nigeria", (Geoinformation Society of Nigeria), 15th November, 2021 to 15th November, 2021; Lagos
3"ANNUAL CONFERENCE OF NIGERIAN INSTITUTION OF SURVEYORS", (NIGERIAN INSTITUTION OF SURVEYORS), 29th May, 2021 to 29th July, 2021; ABUJA