Monday Stephen Suru
Monday Stephen Suru is a SENIOR LECTURER in HUMAN BIOCHEMISTRY Department, Faculty Of Basic Medical Sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Address: | Human Biochemistry, Faculty Of Basic Medical Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES |
Department/Sub-Unit: | HUMAN BIOCHEMISTRY |
Social Profiles
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | University of Benin, Benin City, Nigeria. (Doctor of Philosophy, December, 2022) February, 2011 to August, 2021 PhD (Medical And Clinical Biochemistry)) Medical And Clinical Biochemistry |
| 2 | University Of Ibadan, Ibadan. (Master Degree, August, 2006) April, 2004 to March, 2006 M.Sc. Biochemistry |
| 3 | Delta State University, Abraka, Delta State. (Bachelor Degree, June, 2002) February, 1998 to February, 2002 B.Sc BIOCHEMISTRY |
| 4 | College Of Education Secondary School, Warri. (SSCE, June, 1993) June, 1992 to June, 1993 |
| 5 | Ugbogbo Primary School, Igarra, Edo State. (Bendel State). (FSLC, July, 1984) September, 1978 to June, 1984 |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Faculty Examination / Timetable Officer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State January, 2025 to Present |
| 2 | CHAIRMAN, DEPARTMENTAL CURRICULUM COMMITTEE, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State November, 2024 to Present |
| 3 | POSTGRADUATE SUPERVISOR (MSC AND PGD), Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State October, 2024 to Present |
| 4 | Departmental ICT Officer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State October, 2016 to December, 2023 |
| 5 | DUAL APPOINTMENT IN THE DEPT OF APPLIED BIOCHEMISTRY-LECTURER 1, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State February, 2016 to February, 2017 |
| 6 | Faculty ICT Officer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State July, 2013 to January, 2025 |
| 7 | DEPARTMENTAL COORDINATOR (BSC- FHST), Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State January, 2013 to January, 2015 |
| 8 | COORDINATOR- 2ND MBBS AND BSC (FBMS STUDENTS) PROGRAMMES, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State August, 2010 to December, 2012 |
| 9 | Acting HEAD OF DEPARTMENT OF BIOCHEMISTRY, WESTERN DELTA UNIVERSITY, OGHARA, DELTA STATE November, 2009 to August, 2010 |
| 10 | Lecturer 2, Western Delta University, Oghara, Delta State February, 2009 to August, 2010 |
| 11 | COORDINATOR, DEPARTMENT OF BIOCHEMISTRY, WESTERN DELTA UNIVERSITY, OGHARA, DELTA STATE December, 2008 to November, 2009 |
Creative Output
| Book Chapters | |
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| 1 | Suru SM, Ugwu CE. (2025, May) Function of lycopene as an antioxidant agent. In: Lycopene: An update on the health and nutritional benefits. Charles OluwaseunAdetunji, Stephen Adeniyi Adefegha, Juliana Bunmi Adetunji, Ganiyu Oboh, OlatundeFarombi (Eds). CRC Press, Taylor & Francis Group, USA |
| 2 | Ugwu CE Suru SM. (2021, June) Cosmetic, Culinary and Therapeutic Uses of Cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.). In: Cucumber Economic Values and Its Cultivation and Breeding. Haiping Wang (Editor). IntechOpen Limited, London, pp 39-49 |
| 3 | Chidiebere E Ugwu, Enerst Tambo, Stephen M Suru. (2019, October) Preventive And Control Measure Of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) Outbreaks. A Race Against Time And Cultural Practices. Nova Science Publishers Inc. New York., pp 25-39 |
| 4 | Ugwu CE, Suru SM. (2016, March) Medicinal Use And Health Benefits Of Allium Sativum : A Comparative Review Of The Whole Extract Vs Bioactive Constituents. Nova Science Publishers, New York, pp 15-42 |
| 5 | Suru SM, Ugwu CE. (2016, April) Historical Perspective And Folkloric Use Of Garlic Nova Science Publisher, Inc, pp 1-13 |
| 6 | Asagba SO, Suru SM. (2013, October) Cadmium In The Food Chain: An Insidious Pathway Of Exposure. Nova Science Publishers, New York, pp 349-364 |
| Journal Articles | |
| 1 | Wuraola Serah Nnaemeka, Onah Christain Ejike, Chilaka Ugochinyere Jane, Stephen Monday Suru, Chinelo Kene Ezejiegu, Madu Japhet Olisekodiaka, Anaelechi Jude Onuegbu. (2026, June), "EFFECTS OF SELENIUM SUPPLEMENTATION ON APOLIPOPROTEINS AND LIPID PROFILE IN STEADY-STATE SICKLE CELL DISEASE PATIENTS IN SOUTHEASTERN NIGERIA", Journal of Advanced Research in Medical and Health Science, Vol. 12, (Issue 3), pp 1-8 |
| 2 | Suru SM and Ugwu CE. (2025, September), "Addressing Malaria Vaccine Hesitancy in Nigeria: Lessons from the Pfizer-Kano Incident and COVID-19 Vaccination", Frontiers in Tropical Diseases, Vol. 6, https://doi.org/10.3389/fitd.2025.1691239 |
| 3 | Ugwu CE, Igbokwe AM, Suru SM., Dike CC, Mbachu AN, Maduka HCC. (2024, May), "Evaluating the human health risks of heavy metal contamination in copper and steel factory effluents in Nnewi, Anambra State, Nigeria.", Toxicology Reports, Vol. 12, pp 614-621 |
| 4 | Ugwu CE, Suru SM. (2023, December), "Traditional Medicinal Plants with Significant Protection Against Antitubercular Drug-induced Liver Injury: A Systematic Review.", Future Integrated Medicine, Vol. 2, (Issue 4), pp 227-258 |
| 5 | Onah CE, Onah CF, Suru SM, Olisah CM, Ehiaghe AF, Ogbodo CE, Nnaemeka WS, Ijeomah UA, Meludu CS, Dioka CE.. (2023, May), "The Effects of Lead on Some Markers of Liver and Kidney Functions of Lead Recycling Factory Workers are Mediated through Increased Oxidative Stress"", Avicenna Journal of Medical Biochemistry, Vol. 11, (Issue 1), pp 42-45 |
| 6 | Ugwu, C. E., Maduka, I. C., Suru, S. M., & Anakwuo, I. A.. (2022, April), "Human health risk assessment of heavy metals in drinking water sources in three senatorial districts of Anambra State, Nigeria.", Toxicology Reports, Vol. 9, pp 869-875 |
| 7 | Ukachi N, Ugwu CE, Mbachu AN, Suru SM.. (2022, February), "Occupational health risk assessment of automobile painters in Owerri metropolis, Nigeria", Journal of Biodiversity and Environmental Sciences, Vol. 20, (Issue 1), pp 118-126 |
| 8 | Ugwu CE, Suru SM, Dike CC. (2022, April), "Antioxidant activity of raw and roasted peanut (Arachis hypogaea L.) skins extracts.", Free Radicals and Antioxidants, Vol. 12, (Issue 2), pp 63-69 |
| 9 | Ugwu CE, Suru SM. (2021, December), "Medicinal plants with hepatoprotective potentials against carbon tetrachloride-induced toxicity: a review.", Egyptian Liver Journal, Vol. 11, (Issue 1), pp 88 |
| 10 | Ogbonna Nwabueze Daniel, Ugwu Chidiebere Emmanuel,, Obi Ejeatuluchukwu, Meludu Samuel Chukwuemeka, Suru Stephen Monday, Oguaka Victor Nwabunwanne,. (2019, January), "Risk Assessment Of Heavy Metal Mining On Some Oxidative Parameters In Artisan Miners Of Enyigba, Ebonyi State, Nigeria", Journal of Environmental Pollution and Human Health, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 1-6 |
| 11 | Ogbonna Nwabueze Daniel, Ugwu Chidiebere Emmanuel, Obi Ejeatuluchukwu, Suru Stephen Monday, Oguaka Victor Nwabunwanne, Ogueche Peter Nnamdi, and M. (2019, June), "Impact Of Heavy Metal Mining On Hepato-Renal Indices In Inhabitants Of Enyigba, Ebonyi State, Nigeria", Journal of Environmental Pollution and Human Health, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 34-38 |
| 12 | Nnaemeka WS, Olisekodiaka MJ, Onuegbu AJ, Ezeugwunne IP, Maduka IG, Suru SM, NnodimJk.. (2018, May), "Evaluation of Serum Levels of Fasting Lipid Profile in Pre-eclamptic Women".", IRO International Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences., Vol. 1, (Issue 1) |
| 13 | Ugwu CE, Suru SM, Dike CC, Okpogba AN, Egba S. (2018, April), "Phytochemical And In Vitro Antioxidant Activities Of Methanol Leave Extract Of Alternanthera Basiliana.", Journal of Pharmacy Research, Vol. 12, (Issue 6), pp 835 - 839 |
| 14 | Ugwu CE, Suru SM. (2016, October), "The Functional Role Of Garlic And Bioactive Components In Cardiovascular And Cerebrovascular Health: What We Do Know", Scientific Research Publishing Inc., Vol. 4, (Issue 10), pp 28-42 |
| 15 | Suru SM, Ugwu CE. (2015, December), "Comparative Assessment Of Onion And Garlic Extracts On Endogenous Hepatic And Renal Antioxidant Status In Rat.", J Basic Clin Physiol Pharmacol, Vol. 26, (Issue 4), pp 347-354 |
| 16 | Ola-Mudathir FK, Suru SM. (2015, November), "Onion And Garlic Extracts As Potential Antidotes For Cadmium-induced Biochemical Alterations In Prostate Glands Of Rats.", Andrologia, Vol. 47, (Issue 9), pp 1075–1082 |
| 17 | Obioha UE, Suru SM, Ola-Mudathir KF, Faremi TY. (2009, December), "Hepatoprotective Potentials Of Onion And Garlic Extracts On Cadmium-induced Oxidative Damage In Rats.", Biological Trace Elements Research, Vol. 129, pp 143–156 |
| 18 | Obioha UE, Suru SM.. (2009, April), "Cadmium-mediated oxidative stress in proximal duodenum of rats: Attenuation by onion and garlic extracts.", Nigerian Journal of Science and Environment, Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 72-83 |
| 19 | Suru SM. (2008, June), "Onion And Garlic Extracts Lessen Cadmium-induced Nephrotoxicity In Rats.", SpringerLink, Vol. 21, pp 623–633 |
| 20 | Faremi TY, Suru SM, Obioha UE, Fafunso MA. (2008, August), "Hepatoprotective Potentials Of Phyllanthus Amarus Against Ethanol-induced Oxidative Stress In Rats.", Food and Chemical Toxicology, Vol. 46, (Issue 8), pp 2658-2664 |
| 21 | Ola-Mudathir KF, Suru SM, Fafunso MA, Obioha UE, Faremi TY. (2008, December), "Protective Roles Of Onion And Garlic Extracts On Cadmium-induced Changes In Sperm Characteristics And Testicular Oxidative Damage In Rats.", Food and Chemical Toxicology, Vol. 4612, (Issue 12), pp 3604-3611 |
| 22 | Onyesom I, Oshunloye AE, Uzuegbu UE, Suru SM. (2008, May), "Effect Of Maternal Age On Cord Blood Nutrients And Birth Weight At Term.", Current World Enviroment, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 27-30 |
| 23 | Onyesom I, Opajobi AO, Uzuegbu UE, Ebeigbe PN, Anyanwu BE, Suru SM, Fadairo EA, Ebite LE.. (2008, March), "Relationship Between Placental Alkaline Phosphatase Activity And Some Biochemical Indices Of Foetal Nutrition Among The Ethnic Groups In The Western Niger Region Of Nigeria.", IDOSI Publications, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 39-42 |
| 24 | Asagba SO, Emudainohwo JOT, Ejebe DE, Suru MS, Olise CC.. (2008, April), "Comparative Effect Of Coconut Oil And Palm Kernel Oil Supplemented Diets On Na+/K+ –ATPase Activity In The Liver, Kidney And Heart Of Rats.", Biomedical & Pharmacology Journal, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 31-36 |
| 25 | Faremi TY, Suru SM. (2008, September), "Phyllanthus amarus attenuates ethanol-induced oxidative stress in rat intestine.", Continental Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Vol. 2, pp 32-43 |
| 26 | Asagba SO, Eriyamremu GE, Onyeneke EC and Suru M. (2006, November), "Influence Of A Nigerian-like Diet On Calcium, Phosphate And Alkaline Phosphatase Levels In The Plasma And Bone Of Cadmium-exposed Rats", Asian Network for Scientific Information, Vol. 6, (Issue 5), pp 758-764 |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | Ofoego UC, Elemuo CS, Ofoego AN, Nzube OB, Udodi PS, Ezeagu DK, Suru SM. and Okonkwo CO. (2026, March), "Attenuation of Monosodium Glutamate–Induced Oxidative Organ Injury by Telfairia occidentalis Ethanolic Leaf Extract", |
| 2 | Ofoego UC, Anyaorah GU, Obinwa BN, Ekwujuru EU, Ofoego AN, Mbagwu SI, Suru SM. (2025, April), "Allium sativum (garlic) protects against formalin-induced damage in wistar rats", Society of Experimental and Clinical Anatomist of Nigeria |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Supervisions | |
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| 1 | "Heavy metal profiling and health risk assessment of synthetic braiding hair products in Nigeria" (2026). Ongoing Masters project by Ugwuzor Daniel Ogbonna (2025476011FN) |
| 2 | "Aluminum migration into food from cooking practices in Nigeria: A quantitative analysis and health risk assessment" (2026). Ongoing Masters project by Anene Ifeanyi (Reg No: 2023475002PA) |
| Editorships | |
| 1 | Editor, "Journal of Biomedical Investigation" (July, 2022) |
| Reviewerships | |
| 1 | Reviewer, "MOLECULAR DETECTION OF CEFOTAXIMASE MUNICH (CTX-M) RESISTANT ACINETOBATER BAUMANNII IN A TERTIARYCARE HOSPITAL IN SOUTHEAST NIGERIA" (March, 2023) |
| 2 | Reviewer, "THE USE OF GENE XPERT MTB/MTB RIF ASSAY IN THE DIAGNOSIS OF EXTRA-PULMONARY TUBERCULOSIS AT NAUTH, NNEWI" (March, 2023) |
| 3 | Reviewer, "KNOWLEDGE AND PERCEPTION OF PRE-AND POST-OPERATIVE PHYSIOTHERAPY INTERVENTIONS AMONG MEDICAL DOCTORS IN TERTIARY HOSPITALS IN ANAMBRA STATE" (March, 2023) |
| Examinerships | |
| 1 | Examiner, "Immune cell count, blood pressure, serum zinc, selenium and copper levels in HIV subjects on ART in NAUTH" (February, 2025 to February, 2025). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 2 | Examiner, "Modulating methamphetamine-induced neurotoxicity: Topiramte’s role in amygdalo-hippocampal oxidative stress and apoptotic markers in male Wistar rats" (March, 2025 to March, 2025). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 3 | Examiner, "The effect of vitamin B complex on the cerebrum and cerebellum of methamphetamine-induced toxicity in adult male Wistar rats" (March, 2025). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 4 | Examiner, "Evaluation of the toxicological and environmental effects of industrial waste of a copper and steel factory in Nnewi" (March, 2024 to April, 2025). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 5 | Examiner, "Assessment of vitamin D status, phosphate, and calcium in people living with HIV in Nnewi, Anambra State" (May, 2024 to June, 2025). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 6 | Examiner, "Evaluation of some inflammatory markers and proteins in malaria and HIV co-infected pregnant women attending NAUTH Nnewi antenatal clinic" (June, 2024 to June, 2024). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Member, "QUALITY ASSURANCE/CERTIFICATE VERIFICATION COMMITTEE" (January, 2025) |
| 2 | Chairman, "Curriculum Committee", Department of Human Biochemistry, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus"" (February, 2024) |
| 3 | Member, "Committee on animal house" (July, 2023 to February, 2025) |
| 4 | Member, "Course UMMIT Committee" (April, 2021 to February, 2025) |
| 5 | FACULTY DATA OFFICER ON NUSAMP, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State" (July, 2013 to January, 2014) |
| 6 | Member, "FACULTY OF BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES RESEARCH COMMITTEE" (October, 2011 to October, 2014) |
| 7 | Member, "COMMITTEE ON CONFERENCE ON AMNESTY IN THE NIGER DELTA" (February, 2010 to August, 2010) |
| 8 | Member, "COLLEGE EXAMINATION OFFICERS COMMITTEE" (April, 2010 to August, 2010) |
| 9 | Member, "SUMMER PROGRAMME COMMITTEE" (July, 2010 to August, 2010) |
| 10 | Member, "DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN BIOCHEMISTRY DTLC FUND COMMITTEE" (December, 2010 to October, 2012) |
| 11 | Member, "COMMITTEE ON ICT" (May, 2009 to August, 2010) |
| 12 | Member, "COMMITTEE ON SPORTS" (September, 2009 to August, 2010) |
| 13 | Member, "COMMITTEE ON RESULT FORMAT, WDU" (November, 2008 to August, 2010) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "Nigerian Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology" - MNSBMB/24/01328 (member since 2024), https://www.nsbmb.com.ng/ |
| 2 | Professional Member, "Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry (SETAC)" (member since 2024), https://www.setac.org/setac-where-you-live/africa.html |
Relevant Events Attended
| Workshops | |
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| 1 | "Orientation Workshop for the University's Quality Assurance Committees", (Directorate of Quality Assurance, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 26th March, 2024 to 26th March, 2024; In-Person (Physical) |
| 2 | "BVGH 2023 Introduction to Grant Writing Digital Lecture Series", (BIO Ventures for Global Health), 13th November, 2023 to 5th February, 2024; Virtual |
| 3 | "Re-engineering the University System through Quality Assurance", (Workshop of the Directorate of Quality Assurance and Certificate Verification, UNIZIK), 7th November, 2023 to 7th November, 2023; In-Person (Physical) |
| 4 | "A Three Month Virtual Internship on Metagenomics (16sRNA)", (Helix Biogene Institute), 1st November, 2023 to 29th February, 2024; Virtual |
| 5 | "2023 African Genomic Medicine Training Initiative course", (African Genomic Medicine Training Initiative), 13th March, 2023 to 14th June, 2023; Videoconferencing |
| 6 | "Training on Biosafety, Molecular Biology Applications and Bioinformatics", (Molecular Research Laboratory, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus), 6th February, 2023 to 10th February, 2023; In-Person Hands On Training |
| 7 | "2016 Postgraduate Research Workshop: Train the Trainers", (School of Postgraduate Studies, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 31st October, 2016 to 24th November, 2016; In-Person Training |
| 8 | "Bioinformatic Workshop on Sequence Analysis", (NAFDAC Zonal Laboratory, Agulu, Anambra State, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Agulu Campus), 28th March, 2014 to 28th March, 2014; In-Person (Physical) |
| Webinars | |
| 1 | "2024 World Microbiome Day", (Unizik Microbiome Research Unit), 27th June, 2024 to 27th June, 2024; Virtual |
| 2 | "Rethinking Malaria in the Context of COVID-19", (Harvard University), 28th September, 2021 to 29th September, 2021; Videoconferencing |