Dr. Nkiruka Charity Eboagu
Dr. Nkiruka Charity Eboagu is a LECTURER I in PURE AND INDUSTRIAL CHEMISTRY Department, Faculty Of Physical Sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
Dr. Nkiruka Charity Eboagu is a lecturer I in Pure and Industrial Chemistry Department, Faculty of Physical Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. My Area of Specialization is Analytical/Environmental Chemistry. Nkiruka is very passionate about teaching, research and human capacity development.
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Address: | 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 |
Social Profiles
Interest Areas
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Doctor of Philosophy, February, 2024) January, 2018 to February, 2024 PhD Pure And Industrial Chemistry |
| 2 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Master Degree, July, 2017) January, 2012 to February, 2017 M. Sc. Pure And Industrial Chemistry |
| 3 | Busy International Secondary School Nimo. (SSCE, June, 2011) January, 2011 to June, 2011 SSCE May/June SSCE |
| 4 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Bachelor Degree, August, 2007) January, 2000 to July, 2007 B.Tech. Chemical Technology |
| 5 | Girls ' Secondary School, Abagana. (SSCE, October, 1998) October, 1992 to June, 1998 SSCE May/June SSCE |
| 6 | Akpu Primary School Abagana.. (FSLC, October, 1991) October, 1986 to August, 1991 FSLC FSLC |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Departmental Secretary, Pure and Industrial Chemistry Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka January, 2024 to Present |
| 2 | Lecturer I, Pure and Industrial Chemistry Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka October, 2023 to Present |
| 3 | Member, Departmental Accreditation committee, Pure and Industrial Chemistry Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka October, 2022 to Present |
| 4 | Academic adviser for year two students, Pure and Industrial Chemistry Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka June, 2021 to Present |
| 5 | Sandwich Coordinator(Assistant), Pure and Industrial Chemistry Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka January, 2021 to Present |
| 6 | Member, dress code committee, Pure and Industrial Chemistry Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka January, 2021 to January, 2024 |
| 7 | Lecturer II, Pure And Industrial Chemistry Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka August, 2020 to September, 2023 |
| 8 | Academic Adviser for year one students, Pure and Industrial Chemistry Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka October, 2019 to June, 2021 |
| 9 | Assistant Lecturer, Pure And Industrial Chemistry Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka August, 2019 to August, 2020 |
| 10 | Senior Laboratory Technologist, Science Education Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka October, 2017 to August, 2019 |
| 11 | Secretary, Departmental Welfare Committee, Science Education Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka. October, 2014 to September, 2016 |
| 12 | Member, Departmental Exhibition Committee, Science Education Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka October, 2014 to July, 2019 |
| 13 | Laboratory Technologist I, Science Education Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka. October, 2014 to September, 2017 |
| 14 | Examiner, West African Examination Council June, 2014 to August, 2016 |
| 15 | Headship of laboratory unit, Science Education Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka May, 2014 to July, 2019 |
| 16 | Member, Departmental Accreditation committee, Science Education Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka November, 2012 to July, 2019 |
| 17 | Laboratory Technologist II, Science Education Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka October, 2011 to September, 2014 |
Creative Output
| Books | |
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| 1 | V.N. Okafor, N.H. Okoye, C.J.O. Anarado, N.C. Eboagu, (.....) L. C. Ejidike. (2021, February) Laboratory Manual For Basic Practical Chemistry Pure and industrial chemistry Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| Journal Articles | |
| 1 | N.C. Eboagu, V.I.E. Ajiwe, C.C. Aralu, K. E. Ochiagha and E.J. Morah. (2023, April), "Assessment of Physicochemical parameters of water from selected boreholes around Nnewi Industrial Area, Anambra State, Nigeria", American Journal of Environmental Science and Engineering, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 23-33 |
| 2 | N.C. Eboagu, V.I.E. Ajiwe, K. E. Ochiagha, C.C. Aralu and E.J. Morah. (2023, April), "Health risk assessment of heavy metal contamination of groundwater around Nnewi Industrial Area Anambra State Nigeria", International Journal of Environmental Monitoring and Analysis, Vol. 11, (Issue 2), pp 24-36 |
| 3 | C.C. Aralu, P.A.C. Okoye, H.O. Abugu, N.C. Eboagu and V. C. Eze. (2023, June), "Characterization, sources, and risk assessment of PAHs in borehole water from the vicinity of an unlined dumpsite in Awka, Nigeria", Scientific Reports, pp 1 - 16 |
| 4 | A.I. Obi, V.I.E. Ajiwe, N.C. Eboagu, I.L. Ekene-Echerebo and C.M. Muobike. (2023, May), "Mann's cucumeropsis seed shell as an oil sorbent: Kinetics, Isotherm, and thermodynamic Studies.", World Journal of Applied Chemistry, Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 1 - 8 |
| 5 | K. E. Ochiagha, N.C. Eboagu, C.C. Aralu, E.C. Ezeudu and C.M. Ekwunife,. (2023, May), "Kinetics and equilibrium study of pyrolyzed nano-sized groundnut shell as absorbent for Pb2+ and Cd2+ in aqueous medium.", International Journal of Environmental Analytical Chemistry, pp 1-19 |
| 6 | Kate E. Ochiagha, Nkiruka C. Eboagu, Christian C. Oli, Ukamaka G. Eze and Chiedozie C. Aralu. (2022, May), "Kinetic and equilibrium study of pyrolyzed sugar cane bagesse as adsorbents for Pb(II) and Cd(II) in an aqueous medium", International Journal of Environmental Analytical Chemistry, pp 1 - 19 |
| 7 | Ebele Joy Morah, Onyeka Fabian Obumselu, Nkiruka Charity Eboagu and Chidiogo Chinelo Ezeonu. (2022, March), "Extraction, Characterization and Phytochemical screening of the seed, seed oil and leaves of Moringa oleifera", International Journal of Scientific Research and Modern Technology, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 14 - 19 |
| 8 | Ochiagha, K.E., Eboagu N.C. Eze U.G., Odidika C. C.and Aralu C.C.. (2022, August), "Comparative study of the adsorption effects of activated carbons from coconut shell and groundnut shell as absorbents for metal ions", European Journal of Applied Sciences, Vol. 10, (Issue 4), pp 492 - 507 |
| 9 | Chiedozie Aralu, Patrich-Anthony Okoye, John Ezugwu and Nkiruka Charity Eboagu. (2021, December), "Assessment of water collected from boreholes within unsanitary landfill in Anambra State", European Journal of Applied Sciences, Vol. 9, (Issue 6), pp 405 - 412 |
| 10 | E. J. Morah, T.U. Onuegbu, P.C. Okonkwu, B.C. Ikezuagu, N.C. Eboagu and O.J. Anekwe. (2021, June), "Physicochemical Analysis Of Effluent Samples From Hermas Paint Industry Enugwu Ukwu, Anambra State", American Journal of Applied and Industrial Chemistry, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 22 - 26 |
| 11 | E. J. Morah, V.I.E. Ajiwe, P.C. Okonkwo, B.C. Ikezuagu, N.C. Eboagu and O.J. Anekwe. (2021, June), "Elemental Analysis Of Soil And Effluent Samples From Hermas Paint Industry Enugwu Ukwu, Anambra State", American Journal of Applied Chemistry, Vol. 9, (Issue 2), pp 49 -52 |
| 12 | C.C. Aralu, P.A.C. Okoye, K.G. Akpomie and N.C. Eboagu.. (2021, October), "Levels of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons in leachates from unlined dumpsite of Agu-Awka Anambra State.", International Journal of Environmental Analytical Chemistry, pp 1 - 9 |
| 13 | C.C. Odidika, V.I.E. Ajiwe, N.C. Eboagu and C.I. Awuzie. (2020, April), "Corrosion Inhibitive Action Of Euphorbia Heterophylla Leaves Extract On Mild Steel In 1M H2SO4 Solution", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 1 - 8 |
| 14 | K. E. Ochiagha, P.A.C. Okoye and N.C. Eboagu. (2020, April), "The Geo-Accumulation Index Of Some Heavy Metals In The Roadsides Soils Of Onitsha South Local Government Area Of Anambra State, Nigeria", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 8, (Issue 2), pp 42 - 47. |
| 15 | C.C. Odidika, V.I.E. Ajiwe, N.C. Eboagu, C.M. Ekwunife and C.I. Awuzie. (2020, June), "Corrosion Inhibition And Adsorption Properties Of Commelina Benghalensis Leaves Extract On Mild Steel In 1M H2SO4 Solution.", Science Journal of Chemistry, Vol. 8, (Issue 2), pp 86 - 92 |
| 16 | K. E. Ochiagha, P.A.C. Okoye and N.C. Eboagu. (2020, July), "Chemical Speciation And Potential Mobility Of Heavy Metals In The Soils Of Onitsha South Local Government Area Anambra State, Nigeria", American Journal of Applied Chemistry, Vol. 8, (Issue 3), pp 74 - 81 |
| 17 | C.C. Odidika, N.C. Eboagu, C.P. Okonkwo, CC. Oli and T.B. Okonkwoand C.I. Awuzie. (2020, July), "Analysis Of Heavy Metal Content In Selected Noodles Sold In Main Market Onitsha, Anambra State, Nigeria", Open science, Journal of Bioscience and Engineering, Vol. 7, (Issue 2), pp 26 - 29 |
| 18 | N.C. Eboagu, V.I.E. Ajiwe, K. E. Ochiagha, C.C. Odidika and J.N. Nwokoye. (2020, July), "Bacteriological Assessment Of Selected Borehole Waters In Njikoka Local Government Area Of Anambra State, Nigeria", Journal of Environmental science and food technology, Vol. 14, (Issue 7), pp 27 - 34 |
| 19 | N.C. Eboagu, .C.C. Odidika, K.E. Ochiagha, J.N. Nwokoye and C.M. Ekwunife. (2020, October), "Formulation Of Weaning Food From Fonio (Digitaria Exilis Stapf) And Soya Bean (Glycine Max)", Science Journal of Analytical Chemistry, Vol. 8, (Issue 3), pp 122 - 127 |
| 20 | N.C. Eboagu, V.I.E. Ajiwe, K. E. Ochiagha and C.C. Odidika. (2020, January), "Elemental Assessment Of Borehole Waters In Njikoka Local Government Area Of Anambra State, Nigeria", ANACHEM Journal (CSN), Vol. 10, (Issue 1), pp 1881 - 1891 |
| 21 | K. E. Ochiagha and N.C. Eboagu. (2020, September), "Application Of Plastic Bottles As A Sustainable Material In The Building Construction Away Of Waste Management", ANACHEM Journal (CSN), Vol. 10, (Issue 1), pp 1936 - 1940 |
| 22 | K. E. Ochiagha, P.A.C. Okoye and N.C. Eboagu. (2020, September), "Ecological Risk Assessment Of Heavy Metals In Road Sides Of Onitsha South LGA Of Anambra State, Nigeria.", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 22 - 28 |
| 23 | N.C. Eboagu, V.I.E. Ajiwe and C.C.Odidika. (2018, August), "Physicochemical Parameters Of Water From Selected Boreholes Utilized As Potable Water", Springer, JEST, Vol. 16, (Issue 7), pp 3605 - 3614, Journal of Environmental Science and Technology |
| Thesis | |
| 1 | N.C. Eboagu. (2017, July), "Water Quality Assessment Of Selected Boreholes In Njikoka Local Government Area Of Anambra State, Nigeria". Pure and Industrial Chemistry Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| Dissertations | |
| 1 | Nkiruka Charity Eboagu. (2024, February), "Influence of industrial activities on water quality in Nnewi urban area of Anambra State, Nigeria". |
| Projects | |
| 1 | N.C. Eboagu and F.C. Okafor-Nkemdilim. (2023, April), "Evaluation of nutritional composition and antioxidant properties of edible fruits for food supplement". |
| 2 | Okoye, Ifeanyi Divine and Eboagu, Nkiruka Charity. (2021, December), "Proximate analysis, mineral contents and anti-oxidants properties of date fruit". |
| 3 | N.C. Eboagu. (2007, August), "Formulation Of Weaning Food From Fonio (Digitaria Exilis Stapf) And Soya Bean (Glycine Max)". Production Technology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, B. Tech. Project |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | N.C. Eboagu, V.I. Onwukeme, C.C. Aralu and K.E. Ochiagha. (2023, September), "THE INFLUENCE OF INDUSTRIAL ACTIVITIES ON THE QUALITY OF THE SURFACE WATER AROUND THE INDUSTRIES IN NNEWI URBAN AREA OF ANAMBRA STATE, NIGERIA", |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Grants | |
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| 1 | Awardee: "Award of Excellence" (May, 2023 to May, 2023). Completed sponsored grant by Pure and Industrial Chemistry department |
| Accreditation Panel Memberships | |
| 1 | Member, "Pure and Industrial Chemistry Departmental Accreditation Committee" (October, 2022) |
| 2 | Member, "Science Education Departmental Accreditation Committee" (November, 2012) |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Departmental Secretary, "Pure and Industrial Chemistry Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (January, 2024) |
| 2 | Academic Adviser (Year three), "Pure and Industrial Chemistry Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (January, 2022) |
| 3 | Member, Departmental Accreditation committee, "Pure and Industrial Chemistry Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (January, 2021) |
| 4 | Member, Departmental/Faculty Dress Code Committee., "Pure and Industrial Chemistry Department, Faculty of physical sciences Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (January, 2021) |
| 5 | Coordinator, Sandwich Program, "Pure and Industrial Chemistry Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (January, 2021) |
| 6 | Academic Adviser (Year two), "Pure and Industrial Chemistry Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (January, 2021 to January, 2022) |
| 7 | Academic Adviser (Year one), "Pure and Industrial Chemistry Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (December, 2019 to January, 2021) |
| 8 | Headship of Science Education Laboratory, "Science Education Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka" (May, 2014 to July, 2019) |
| 9 | Member, Departmental Accreditation committee, "Science Education Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka." (November, 2012 to June, 2019) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "Women in Chemistry" - CSN/ANA/10/02724 (member since 2019), https://www.womeninchemistry.org.ng |
| 2 | Full Member, "Chemical Society of Nigeria" - CSN/ANA/10/02724 (member since 2011), https://www.chemsociety.org.ng |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "46th Annual international Conference Workshop & Exhibition", (Chemical Society of Nigeria), 17th September, 2023 to 22nd September, 2023; ASUU Secretariat Hall, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State |
| 2 | "International Conference on Biotechnology for Food and Human Health", (UNESCO international Center for Biotechnology Nsukka), 16th November, 2022 to 17th November, 2022; Virtual |
| 3 | "IUPAC CHEMRAWN XXII E - Waste in Africa Conference : 44th Annual International Conference Of Chemical Society Of Nigeria", (The International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC) and Chemical Society Of Nigeria), 7th November, 2021 to 11th November, 2021; Yard 158 Oregun, Lagos |
| 4 | "43rd Annual International Conference Of Chemical Society Of Nigeria", (Chemical Society of Nigeria), 22nd November, 2020 to 27th November, 2020; Raw Materials Research and Development Council Abuja, Nigeria |
| 5 | "American Chemical Society ( ACS) South East Nigeria Conference", (Nnamdi Azikiwe University Student's Chapter ACS), 21st May, 2019 to 21st May, 2019; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 6 | "10th Chemical Society Of Nigeria (CSN) Anambra State Chapter (ANACHEM) Conference.", (ANACHEM (CSN Anambra State Chapter )), 7th November, 2016 to 10th November, 2016; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 7 | "Faculty Of Education International Conference", (Faculty of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 4th May, 2016 to 6th May, 2016; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 8 | "Faculty Of Education International Conference", (Faculty of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka), 5th May, 2014 to 7th May, 2014; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 9 | "6th Chemical Society Of Nigeria (CSN) Anambra State Chapter (ANACHEM) Conference.", (ANACHEM (Anambra State Chapter)), 1st November, 2011 to 4th November, 2011; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "Re-engineering the University System through Quality Assurance. The Maiden Workshop of the Directorate of Quality Assurance and Certificate Verification", (Quality Assurance and Certificate Verification UNIZIK Awka), 7th November, 2023 to 7th November, 2023; University Auditorium UNIZIK Awka |
| 2 | "Hand-on Training Grant Workshop for USA Grants Application", (Faculty of Physical Sciences, NAU Awka in collaboration with the Faculty Grant writing and Development Committee), 2nd February, 2022 to 2nd February, 2022; Maths Hall FPS UNIZIK Awka |
| 3 | "One day Workshop on Building the Foundation on EAP in Nigerian Organizations.", (Employee Assistance Professionals Association and School of Post Graduate Studies.), 21st May, 2021 to 21st May, 2021; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 4 | "Planet Earth our Abode: Ensuring a safer future through Environmental Sustainable Energy use. One day public lecture/ Workshop", (Renewable and Alternative Energy Society of Nigeria), 24th October, 2019 to 24th October, 2021; Gregory University Uturu, Abia State, Nigeria |
| 5 | "Post Graduate Research And Workshop", (School of Post Graduate Studies.), 15th October, 2018 to 18th October, 2018; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 6 | "Post Graduate Research And Workshop", (School of Post Graduate Studies.), 31st October, 2016 to 4th November, 2016; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| Seminars | |
| 1 | "A monthly academic seminar on Staff - Student relationship: A Catalyst for a sustainable University System", (Pure and Industrial Chemistry Department), 30th June, 2023 to 30th June, 2023; ICH final year classroom, UNIZIK Awka |
| 2 | "Academic Seminar on Ethics in the University", (Pure and Industrial Chemistry Department), 25th November, 2021 to 25th November, 2021; ICH final year classroom, UNIZIK Awka |
| 3 | "A Monthly Academic Seminar on Technical Elements of Good Academic Work.", (Pure and Industrial Chemistry Department), 28th October, 2021 to 28th October, 2021; ICH final year classroom, UNIZIK Awka |
| 4 | "Academic Presentations and Design (Oral, Poster and Virtual)", (Pure and Industrial Chemistry Department), 30th September, 2021 to 30th September, 2021; ICH final year classroom, UNIZIK Awka |
| 5 | "A monthly academic seminar on Academic Writing and Publications", (Pure and Industrial Chemistry Department NAU, Awka), 27th August, 2021 to 27th August, 2021; ICH Final year classroom, UNIZIK Awka |
| 6 | "Seminar/ Lecture", (Center for Sustainable Development, NAU, Awka), 3rd July, 2014 to 3rd July, 2014; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |