Dr. Azuka Abigail Ogbogu-nzoiwu
Dr. Azuka Abigail Ogbogu-nzoiwu is a READER in FINE AND APPLIED ARTS Department, Faculty Of Environmental Sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
Azuka Abigail Nzoiwu,is a sculptor and Art Educationist at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State. I was a recipient of African Humanities Postdoctoral Fellowship (AHP) in 2016. I have published articles in both national and international journals and have attended many conferences and workshops.
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Address: | Fine And Applied Arts, Faculty Of Environmental Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES |
Department/Sub-Unit: | FINE AND APPLIED ARTS |
Social Profiles
Interest Areas
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | University of Nigeria Nsukka. (Doctor of Philosophy, December, 2018) November, 2013 to September, 2018 PhD Art Education |
| 2 | University of Benin, Benin City, Edo State. (Master Degree, February, 2011) January, 2008 to January, 2010 MFA Sculpture |
| 3 | Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State. (Bachelor Degree, December, 2005) January, 2000 to January, 2004 B.A Fine Arts |
| 4 | Fegge Community Primary School, Onitsha, Anambra State. (FSLC, August, 1989) September, 1981 to July, 1987 |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Acting Head of Department, Fine and Applied Art Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria December, 2022 to December, 2022 |
| 2 | Senior Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria November, 2019 to Present |
| 3 | Head of Sculpture Section, Department of Fine and Applied Art, UNIZIK October, 2019 to October, 2021 |
| 4 | Lecturer 1, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria October, 2016 to October, 2019 |
| 5 | Examination Officer, Department of Fine and Applied Art, UNIZIK October, 2014 to October, 2019 |
| 6 | PhD Research Student, Department of Fine and Applied Art, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Enugu State. November, 2013 to July, 2018 |
| 7 | Lecturer II, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria January, 2013 to October, 2016 |
| 8 | Assistant Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria November, 2012 to November, 2013 |
| 9 | Masters Research student, Department of Fine and Applied Art, University of Benin, Benin City, Edo State March, 2010 to October, 2010 |
| 10 | Corper/ Studio Assistant, National Youth Service Corps. Department of Fine and Applied Arts, Faculty of Arts, University of Benin, Benin City, Edo State. February, 2006 to February, 2007 |
| 11 | Studio Artist, Eziafakaego Creative Art Studio. No 21 Ziks Avenue, Onitsha, Anambra State. April, 2003 to August, 2023 |
| 12 | Art Intern, National Theatre of Arts, Orile-Iganmu, Lagos State, Nigeria March, 2002 to August, 2022 |
| 13 | Art Trainee, Silver Create Industry Nkpor, Anambra State February, 2001 to November, 2001 |
Creative Output
| Book Chapters | |
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| 1 | Nzoiwu, A.A., Emman Okunna & Cliff Nwanna. (2015, January) The Philosophy and Understanding of Art Education Brystevand Publishers, A Festchrift in honour of Professor Cecilia Amaoge Eme, pp 515- 518 |
| 2 | Nzoiwu, A.A. & Onwuekwe, C.O. (2015, January) On Solid Waste Recycling: The Involvement of Nigerian Artists through the Evolving Tradition of Waste to Art Faculty of Environmental Sciences, UNIZIK, pp 311- 327 |
| 3 | Nzoiwu, Azuka A.. (2012, June) Benin Metal Casting in the Workshop of Chief Nosa Omorodion: Techniques, Prospects and Problems |
| Journal Articles | |
| 1 | Nzoiwu, Azuka A., Sulaiman, Dauda Ishola, Okafor, Osinachi. M.. (2023, June), "PAINTING: PROVIDING VOCATIONAL AND TECHNICAL MANPOWER NEEDS FOR RELIANCE", IDEAL INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL of IGBO SCHOLARS FORUM, NIGERIA, Vol. 16, (Issue 2) |
| 2 | AZUKA ABIGAIL NZOIWU, O OKOTIER, NGOZI K OKEKE. (2023, June), "A Visual Representation in Textile Design of the Traditional Dress Codes of the Urhobo Culture", ICONIC RESEARCH AND ENGINEERING JOURNALS, Vol. 6, (Issue 12) |
| 3 | AZUKA ABIGAIL NZOIWU, NKEMAKONAM V IKEAGWUONU. (2023, May), "Utilization of Solid Waste (Used Straws) Insolving Environmental Problems & Management in Awka", ICONIC RESEARCH AND ENGINEERING JOURNALS, Vol. 6, (Issue 11) |
| 4 | Nzoiwu, Azuka A., Osafiana, Joel Efemunna. (2023, May), "Art As an Alternative Investment: Environmental Investment in Nigeria", IGBOCHOLARS INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL of IGBO SCHOLARS FORUM, NIGERIA, Vol. 6, (Issue 2) |
| 5 | AZUKA ABIGAIL NZOIWU, UZOCHUKWU TEMPLE OKPALA. (2023, April), "Sawdust as a Medium for Sculpture", ICONIC RESEARCH AND ENGINEERING JOURNALS, Vol. 6, (Issue 10) |
| 6 | Nzoiwu, Azuka A.. (2023, April), "Indecent Dressing in Nigeria Tertiary Institutions: A Case Study of Nnamdi Azikiwe Unversity, Awka, Anambra State", NIGERIAN JOURNAL OF AFRICAN STUDIES (NJAS), Vol. 5, (Issue 2) |
| 7 | NZOIWU, AZUKA ABIGAIL, IZOGIE COLLINS OGIEVA, TOLUWANI, TAIWO DAVID. (2023, June), "Advertising: Essential Tools for Information Dissemination", ICONIC RESEARCH AND ENGINEERING JOURNALS, Vol. 6, (Issue 12) |
| 8 | Nzoiwu, Azuka A., Sulaiman, Dauda Ishola. (2023, May), "The Exploration of Lines in Painting, Using The Profile of Ellis Oyekola Adeyemo As The Visual Representations", INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH AND ANALYTICAL REVIEWS, Vol. 10, (Issue 2) |
| 9 | Nzoiwu, Azuka A.. (2023, May), "CRAFT AND ART EDUCATION FOR FAMILY ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT", INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CREATIVE RESEARCH THOUGHT, Vol. 11, (Issue 5) |
| 10 | Nzoiwu, Azuka Abigail, Asorogheye Daniel. (2023, May), "Vocational Education-Trends and Issues (Case Study of Fine and Applied Arts Discipline)", International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR) |
| 11 | Nzoiwu, Azuka A.,Ikoro Maureen Okhiaofe. (2023, May), "Improvisation An Alternative to Conventional Art Materials", IGBOCHOLARS INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL of IGBO SCHOLARS FORUM, NIGERIA, Vol. 16, (Issue 2) |
| 12 | Nzoiwu, Azuka A., Mmaduabuchi Obinna Chekwubechukwu. (2023, May), "African Identity and Christian Faith in Igboland: A Critical Evaluation of Egwu imoka Masquerade Festival", International Journal for Research in Applied Science & Engineering Technology (IJRASET), Vol. 11, (Issue 5) |
| 13 | Nzoiwu, Azuka A.,Emuobowo Victor. O.,Okoye, Hirary Chijioke. (2023, May), "IGBE DANCE: ADDENDUM APPROACH TO THE ACT OF SPIRITISM AND ITS EFFECTS ON RHYTHM AND MOVEMENT (IN SCULPTURE)", IGBOCHOLARS INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL of IGBO SCHOLARS FORUM, NIGERIA, Vol. 16, (Issue 2) |
| 14 | Nzoiwu, Azuka A.. (2023, June), "ỤMỤADA-ỤMỤAKATA, TRADITIONAL COSTUMES IN ICHIDA ANAOCHA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, (A VISUAL REPRESENTATION IN TEXTILE)", ÉKWÉ JỌNAL NKE NDỊ IGBO SCHOLARS FORUM, Vol. 16, (Issue 2) |
| 15 | Nzoiwu, Azuka A.. (2023, June), "SKILL ACQUISITION OF ART THROUGH THE APPRENTICESHIP METHOD OF BLACKSMITHING IN ART EDUCATION", ÉKWÉ JỌNAL NKE NDỊ IGBO SCHOLARS FORUM, NIGERIA, Vol. 16, (Issue 2) |
| 16 | Nzoiwu, A.A., Chikelue, C.A., Ogu, J.C., & Oyeoku, K.O.. (2021, October), "Clay as a material for developing Creative Tendencies in Primary School Children: A Study of National Association of University Women School, (NAUW) University of Nigeria, Nsukka , Enugu State.", Nigerian Social Sciences Education Review (NSSER), Vol. 5, (Issue 1) |
| 17 | Nzoiwu, A.A., Eke K., Ogu, J.C., & Oyeoku, K.O.. (2021, June), "Aba-Made Face Mask, Profiles of Therapeutic Aesthetics, Visual Communications and Evocative Public Health Awareness in the Fight Against the Covid-19 Pandemic in Nigeria", International Journal of Educational Policy |
| 18 | Nzoiwu, A.A. & Ehi, A.A.. (2021, January), "Art Education and Philosophy: Panaceas for Development in Nigeria", Society of Nigerian Art, Edo State., Vol. 3, (Issue 1) |
| 19 | Nzoiwu, A.A. & Akhogba, A.E. (2019, November), "Ironwork as a Vehicle for Promoting Art in Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria", Igwebuike: An African Journal of Arts and Humanities, Vol. 5 |
| 20 | Nzoiwu, A.A.. (2018, January), "The Nigerian Artist and the Challenges of Sustaining Practice-based Career in a Hostile Clime", Mgbakoigba: Journal of African Studies |
| 21 | Nzoiwu, A.A., Alu, F.N & Oyeoku, K.O.. (2018, January), "Estimation of Igbo Folk Art and Philosophy in Enugu Environmental Sculpture for Tourism", International Journal of Research in Arts and Social Sciences, Vol. 11, (Issue 1), pp 302- 316 |
| 22 | Nzoiwu, A.A.. (2017, January), "The Importance of Environmental Sculpture in Cultural Identification", Igwebuike: An African Journal of Arts and Humanities, Vol. 3, (Issue 7), pp 2504-9038, ISSN: 2488-9210 |
| 23 | Nzoiwu, Azuka A.. (2016, June), "Obituary Photographs and the imagination of Visual Modernities in Eastern Nigeria", American Council of Learned Societies |
| 24 | Nzoiwu, A.A.. (2014, January), "Aesthetics, Typology and Functionality of Beads among the Peoples of Nigeria", Tropical Built Environmental Journal, Vol. 1, (Issue 4), pp 507-511 |
| 25 | Nzoiwu, A.A.. (2014, January), "The Life and Art of Erhabor Emokpae: A Case Study of National Theatre.", Mgbakoigba: Journal of African Studies, Vol. 2, pp 34-40 |
| 26 | Nzoiwu, Azuka A.. (2013, July), "CANE WEAVING IN ONITSHA: PROCESSES, TECHNIQUES AND MARKET POTENTIALITIES", MGBAKOIGBA: JOURNAL OF AFRICAN STUDIES, Vol. 2 |
| 27 | Nzoiwu, A.A.. (2012, January), "A Sculptural Representative of Traditional Marriage (Igbankwu) in Ichida Town, Anambra State", Mgbakoigba: Journal of African Studies, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 106-116 |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | Nzoiwu A.A.. (2021, March), "Visual Arts and the Challenges in the Way of their Development in Nigeria", |
| 2 | Alu, N. F., Arua, J.E., Nzoiwu, A.A., & Uzoagba, C.O. (2021, July), "Appraisal of Environmental Beautification with Urban Sculpture for History and Tourism Advancement in the University of Nigeria Nsukka", , pp 49, Emerging Issues and Methodologies in African Arts and Humanities Research |
| 3 | Nzoiwu, A.A.. (2020, September), "The Appreciation of Blacksmithing as an Art in Education", |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Supervisions | |
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| 1 | "Adapting Knots and Patterns of Ugwueme Community for Ceramic Production in Nigeria." (2019). Completed Masters project by Offor, Obiageli Gertude (2013036006P) |
| 2 | "Production of a Model Water Fountain Using Ceramics for Interior Decoration" (2019). Completed Masters project by Anonye Obianuju Maria (20130360019) |
| Grants | |
| 1 | Awardee: "Obituary Photographs and the imagination of Visual Modernities in Eastern Nigeria" (July, 2016 to June, 2017). Completed sponsored grant by American Council of Learned Doctor's |
| Editorships | |
| 1 | Editor, "Environmental Review Journal, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Vol 6., No: 2." (May, 2019) |
| 2 | Editor, "Awka Journal of Fine and Applied Art (AJOFAA)" (September, 2018) |
| 3 | Editor, "Awka Journal of Fine and Applied Art (AJOFAA), Volume 4" (January, 2017) |
| 4 | Editor, "Awka Journal of Fine and Applied Art (AJOFAA), Volume 3" (February, 2016) |
| 5 | Editor, "Awka Journal of Fine and Applied Art (AJOFAA), Volume 1" (August, 2013) |
| 6 | Editor, "Awka Journal of Fine and Applied Art (AJOFAA), Volume 1" (March, 2012) |
| Examinerships | |
| 1 | Examiner, "Improvisation in Design and Fabrication of Electric Potter's Wheel by Agiriga Goodluck. Registration Number: 2021036001FB" (July, 2023 to December, 2023). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| 2 | Examiner, "A Visual Campaign against Use/ Addiction Illicit Methamphetamine (Mkpurummiri) among the Youth in South-Eastern Nigeria (Imo State) by Onyehara Louis Chima. Registration Number: 2020036002FB" (July, 2023 to December, 2023). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| 3 | Examiner, "Art Courses in Early Childhood Education (B.Ed) Federal Technical College of Education, Umunze" (March, 2022). Ongoing External Exam |
| 4 | Chief Examiner, "Art Courses in Early Childhood Education (B.Ed) Degree Programme" (December, 2021). Ongoing External Exam |
| Accreditation Panel Memberships | |
| 1 | Member, "Faculty Accreditation Committee, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, UNIZIK" (October, 2014) |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Member, "Faculty and Departmental Quality Assurance Sub-Committees" (June, 2023) |
| 2 | Unit Head of Sculpture Section, "Department of Fine and Applied Art" (January, 2022) |
| 3 | Acting Head of Department, Fine and Applied Art Department ., "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria" (December, 2022 to December, 2022) |
| 4 | Secretary, "Postgraduate Examination and Lecture Monitoring Committee, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (July, 2021 to July, 2022) |
| 5 | Member, "Sport and Fitness Committee, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (April, 2019 to April, 2020) |
| 6 | Member, "University Convocation Carnival Committee" (January, 2016 to December, 2016) |
| 7 | Member, "Constitution of Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Quality Assurance Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (November, 2015 to November, 2016) |
| 8 | Member, "Sub- Committee Welfare, Annual Lecture and Conference, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (October, 2014 to October, 2015) |
| 9 | Member, "Faculty Accreditation Committee, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (October, 2014 to October, 2014) |
| 10 | Member, "Sub-Committee, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (October, 2013 to October, 2014) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "Postgraduate Examination and Lecture Monitoring Committee, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (member since 2021), https://unizik.edu.ng |
| 2 | Full Member, "Sport and Fitness Committee, Faculty of Environmental Sciences" (member since 2019), https://unizik.edu.ng |
| 3 | Full Member, "University Convocation Carnival Committee" (member since 2016), https://unizik.edu.ng |
| 4 | Member Emeritus, "Constitution of Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Quality Assurance Committee,UNIZIK" (member since 2015), https://unizik.edu.ng |
| 5 | Member Emeritus, "Sub-committee Welfare Annual Lecture and Conference , Faculty of Environmental Sciences" (member since 2014), https://unizik.edu.ng |
| 6 | Member Emeritus, "Faculty Accreditation Committee, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, UNIZIK" (member since 2014), https://unizik.edu.ng |
| 7 | Member Emeritus, "Sub-Committee, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, UNIZIK" (member since 2013), https://unizik.edu.ng |
| 8 | Full Member, "Obafemi Awolowo University Alumni Association, Awka Branch" (member since 2013), https://unizik.edu.ng |
| 9 | Full Member, "Society of Nigerian Artists (SNA), Awka Chapter." (member since 2012), https://unizik.edu.ng |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "Art Exhibition: Mirror.", (The Society of Nigerian Artists and Xfit Gym Aerobics), 22nd December, 2022 to 22nd December, 2022; Awka |
| 2 | "XX EXHIBITION: An All Female Art Exhibition", (Awka Museum Foundation, Awka, Anambra State,Nigeria.), 20th November, 2021 to 1st January, 2022; Zoom and Zimife Harris-Eze Art Gallery, Awka Museum Foundation, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria |
| 3 | "Akara-Aka(Destiny): A Visual Art Exhibition, National Gallery of Arts, New Yam Festival Igboukwu, Anambra State.", (National Gallery of Arts, Igboukwu, Anambra State), 25th August, 2017 to 28th August, 2017; Igboukwu, Anambra State |
| 4 | "International Sculpture Day Celebration, Exhibition Guide", (Fine and Applied Art Department, UNIZIK), 24th February, 2017 to 26th February, 2017; NAU Centre for Excellence in the Arts and Humanities (CEAH) |
| 5 | "Art and Environment: SNA @50. ART EXHIBITION AND CONFERENCE", (Society of Nigerian Arts, Anambra Chapter), 26th September, 2013 to 29th September, 2013; Trig Point Hotel, Awka, Anambra State |
| 6 | "ART EXHIBITION AND COMPETITION", (Ministry of Culture and Tourism, Enugu State), 18th December, 2012 to 19th December, 2012; Golden Royal Exclusive Hall, Ministry of Culture and Tourism, Enugu State |
| 7 | "Aesthetics: Department of Fine and Applied Arts, UNIZIK EXHIBITION", (Department of Fine and Applied Art, UNIZIK), 11th June, 2012 to 11th June, 2012; Centre for Excellence in the Arts and Humanities (CEAH), UNIZIK |
| 8 | "OMENAALA: NAU ART EXHIBITION", (Fine and Applied Art Department, UNIZIK), 17th November, 2011 to 19th November, 2011; Garuba Square, UNIZIK |
| 9 | "Creativity in Diversity: An Art Exhibition by 2008/2009 Masters of Fine Art(MFA) Graduating Students", (University of Benin, Benin City), 29th March, 2010 to 31st March, 2010; Fine and Applied Art Department, UNIBEN |
| 10 | "3rd National Symposium on Art, Federal Ministry of Tourism, Culture and National Orientation in Collaboration with the University of Benin City.", (Federal Ministry of Tourism, Culture and National Orientation), 29th July, 2008 to 31st July, 2008; University of Benin, Benin City. |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "Sensitization Workshop on Intellectual Property and Technology Transfer (University/Industry Research Committee)", (University Industry Research Committee), 12th April, 2016 to 13th April, 2016; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria |
| 2 | "High Profile Grant Oriented Proposal-Writing and Research Management", (Ekwueme Centre for Multidisciplinary Demographical Development Research and Training (CHALADDRAT)), 26th May, 2015 to 27th May, 2015; Ekwueme Centre for Multidisciplinary Research Management |
| 3 | "Appraising Public Value and Appreciation of Nigeria Art", (Federal Ministry of Tourism, Culture and National Orientation), 29th July, 2008 to 31st July, 2008; University of Benin, Benin City. |