Dr. Chinyere Veronica Ilodibia
Dr. Chinyere Veronica Ilodibia is a READER in BOTANY Department, Faculty Of Bio-sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
Dr.Chinyere Veronica Ilodibia is a Reader in Department of Botany, Faculty of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria. Her area of specialization is Plant breeding and Genetics. Chinyere is a renowned researcher and has published several research articles in both local and international Journals. She has reviewed manuscripts for international journals.She is an editorial board member of American Journal of Plant Biology and Annals of Experimental and Molecular Biology. Her research interest includes: plant breeding/genetics, Cytogenetics, Taxonomy and Anatomy.
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Address: | Botany, Faculty Of Bio-sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF BIO-SCIENCES |
Department/Sub-Unit: | BOTANY |
Social Profiles
Interest Areas
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Doctor of Philosophy, June, 2015) October, 2010 to June, 2015 PhD Plant Breeding/Genetics |
| 2 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Master Degree, September, 2009) August, 2006 to August, 2009 MSc Plant Breeding/Genetics |
| 3 | University Of Nigeria, Nsukka, Enugu State. (Bachelor Degree, October, 2002) March, 2000 to March, 2002 B.Sc. Ed Biology Education |
| 4 | Nwafor Orizu College Education Nsugbe. (NCE, December, 1999) February, 1996 to December, 1999 NCE |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Member, Vice Chancellor Committee on Arboreal Environmental Protection Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka January, 2025 to Present |
| 2 | Head of Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka December, 2024 to Present |
| 3 | Head of Department, Department of Botany, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka September, 2024 to December, 2024 |
| 4 | Chairperson, Botany Department Quality Assurance Committee, Faculty of Bioscience Quality Assurance Committee June, 2023 to September, 2024 |
| 5 | Sandwich Coordinator, Department of Botany, Faculty of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka December, 2022 to September, 2024 |
| 6 | Post Graduate Secretary, Department of Botany, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka November, 2022 to September, 2024 |
| 7 | Reader, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria October, 2022 to Present |
| 8 | Adjunct Senior Lecturer, Admiralty University of Nigeria November, 2021 to November, 2022 |
| 9 | Coach and Career Officer, Department of Botany, Faculty of Biosciences, Centre for Counselling and Career Unit, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka August, 2021 to Present |
| 10 | Faculty Coordinator of BIO 251, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Faculty of Biosciences March, 2021 to Present |
| 11 | Senior Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State. Nigeria. October, 2019 to September, 2022 |
| 12 | Facilitator/Member, Post Graduate Research Workshop/Seminar, Faculty of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka September, 2018 to September, 2020 |
| 13 | ASUU Liaison Officer, Department of Botany, Department of Botany, Faculty of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka July, 2018 to February, 2023 |
| 14 | Lecturer 1, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State October, 2016 to October, 2019 |
| 15 | Departmental Time Table Officer, Department of Botany, Faculty of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka June, 2016 to October, 2020 |
| 16 | Faculty Coordinator of BIO 251, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Faculty of Biosciences October, 2015 to October, 2017 |
| 17 | Seminar/Project Coordinator, Department of Botany, Faculty of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka October, 2013 to October, 2019 |
| 18 | Departmental Secretary, Department of Botany, Faculty of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka July, 2013 to October, 2020 |
| 19 | Lecturer 11, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State March, 2013 to October, 2016 |
| 20 | Assistant Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State March, 2012 to March, 2013 |
| 21 | Lecturer 111, Nwafor Orizu College of Education Nsugbe, Anambra State. July, 2005 to February, 2012 |
| 22 | Part Time Lecturer, Nwafor Orizu College of Education January, 2005 to July, 2005 |
Creative Output
| Books | |
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| 1 | Ilodibia, CV, Achugbu, AN, Anukwuorji, C and Afam-Ezeaku, C. (2024, January) BOT 282 (PLANT MORPHOGENESIS) PRACTICAL MANUAL , pp 20 |
| Book Chapters | |
| 1 | Ilodibia, C.V. (2019, August) Mendelian Genetics and Terminologies/Definitions: In General Genetics for the Biosciences His Glory Publications , Enugu, pp 10 - 43 |
| 2 | Ilodibia, C.V and Amadi, J. E. (2019, August) Evolution and Natural Selection: In General Genetics for the Biosciences His Glory Publications , Enugu, pp 204 - 221 |
| 3 | Ilodibia, C.V. (2017, December) Application of Genetics to Increasing the Potentials of Nigeria's Economic Trees : In Genetics: The Invaluable Subject for all Enhance Digital Press Port Harcourt, pp 168 - 179 |
| 4 | Okafor , C.V. (2012, July) Biology Practical IV: In Biology Text 2 New Crest Publisher s, pp 129 - 160 |
| 5 | Okafor , C.V. (2012, July) Plant Physiology: In Biology Text 2 New Crest Publisher s, pp 49 - 89 |
| 6 | Okafor , C.V. (2008, June) Cell Biology:Readings in Biology -1 New Crest Publisher s, pp 30 - 54 |
| Journal Articles | |
| 1 | Achugbu, A.N, Akubuko, M.J., Omaka, O and Ilodibia, C.V.. (2025, April), "Comparative analysis of Azadirachta indica and Trichoderma viride in the management of fungal-induced rot in Ipomoea batatas", Journal of Plant Biota., Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 59-64 |
| 2 | Ilodibia, C.V., Nwachukwu, I.V. and Achugbu, A.N.. (2025, January), "Evaluation of Comparative Morphological and Phytochemical Studies on the Seeds Extracts of Cocos nucifera (L.) and Elaeis guineensis Jacq. (Arecaceae)", Open Access Journal of Botanical Insights |
| 3 | Adaeze Nnedinma Achugbu and Ilodibia Chinyere Veronica. (2025, April), "Studies on Fungi Affecting Maize [Zea Mays L.] Grains in Storage: A Review", Journal of Plant Biota., Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 52-58 |
| 4 | Arubalueze, C. U. and Ilodibia, C. V.. (2024, April), "Impact of Crossbreeding on the Growth and Yield Improvement of two Cultivars of S. aethiopicum L. found in Anambra State.", Acta Botanica Plantae, Vol. -3, pp 13-16 |
| 5 | Ilodibia, C.V., Chukwuma, M.O. and Okeke, N.F.. (2024, July), "Evaluation of Proximate and Mineral Compositions of Momordica charantia L. (Cucurbitaceae)", Annals of Experimental and Molecular Biology, Vol. 27, (Issue 114), pp 000000130 |
| 6 | Ilodibia, CV, Chukwuma MO, Umezulike JC and Igweka EO. (2024, May), "A Study on the Phytochemical, Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Activities of Ficus glumosa Delile (Moraceae)", Open Access Journal of Botanical Insights, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 1-10 |
| 7 | Ilodibia, C.V., Aziagba, BO, Mgbebu PC and Achebe UA. (2024, January), "Evaluation of Cytological and Morphological Characteristics of S. aethiopicum Var “Anara Adazi” Found in Anambra State", Annals of Experimental and Molecular Biology, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 000120 |
| 8 | Ilodibia, Chinyere Veronica , Uche Amamuzonwa Achebe, Bibian Okwuchukwu Aziagba and Nwanneka Philomena Okeke. (2024, March), "Effect of Hybridization on the Nutrient Compositions of Two Cultivars of Solanum aethiopicum L. (Solanaceae) Found in Anambra State", Trends in Agricultural Sciences, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 1-8 |
| 9 | Ilodibia, CV, Aziagba, BO, Achebe, UA, Okoye, NT. (2023, December), "A Comparative Nutritional Study on the Leaves of Amaranthus spinosus L., Telfairia occidentalis Hook. F and Talinum triangulare Jacq. Cultivated in Anambra State", Journal of Agriculture & Forestry Research, Vol. 2, (Issue 6), pp 56-63 |
| 10 | Aziagba Bibian Okwuchukwu*; Ilodibia Chinyere Veronica ; Okeke Olumachi Emelda. (2023, December), "Taxonomic Study of Chrysophyllum albidum Found in Awka Anambra State, Nigeria", Journal of Agriculture & Forestry Research, Vol. 2, (Issue 6), pp 64-69 |
| 11 | Okolie, E.B and Ilodibia, C.V.. (2023, September), "Variability Studies on Selected Okra (Abelmoschus Esculentus (L.) Moench) Phenotypes in Southern Nigeria", INOSR APPLIED SCIENCES, Vol. 10, (Issue 3), pp 287-299 |
| 12 | Ilodibia, C. V., Achebe, U.A, Aziagba, B.O. and. Udegbe, S.I. (2022, December), "A Comparative Morphological Study on Dacryodes edulis (G. Don) H. J. Lam. and Canarium schweinfurthii England ( Burseraceae),", Journal of Plant Science, Vol. 17, (Issue 4), pp 154-160 |
| 13 | Azigba, B. O., Ilodibia, C. V., Obodoekwe, S. O. and Ikegbuna, N. C.. (2022, December), "The Importance of Morphology and Palynology of two Species of Amaranthus Found in Awka South Eastern Nigeria,", Universal Journal of Plant Science, Vol. 9, (Issue 3), pp 44-51 |
| 14 | Achughu, A. N., Emeka, G. E., Ilodibia, C. V. and Achugbu, O. E. (2021, December), "Comparative Study on the Growth Rate and Physico-Chemical Properties of Yeast (Saccharomyceees Cerevisiae) Using Zea Mays L. and Triticum Aestivum L. (Wheat) Flour Substrates,", Journal of Bioscience and Biotechnology Discovery, Vol. 6, (Issue 5), pp 46-52 |
| 15 | Okeke, N. F., Ilodibia1, C. V. and Okoli, B. E.. (2020, February), "A Comparative Morphological Study on Amaranthus spinosus L., Celosia argentea L. and Gomphrena celosioides Mart (AMARANTHACEAE),", Universal Journal of Plant Science, Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 1-10 |
| 16 | Okeke, Philomena Ilodibia, Chinyere V, Ngene, Anita C, Iroka, Finian C, Aziagba, Bibian O.. (2020, February), "Anatomical and Biochemical Studies of Solanum melongena and Solanum nigrum", Universal Journal of Plant Science, Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 11-16 |
| 17 | N. Okeke Philomena, V. Ilodibia Chinyere, C. Enyinwa Patience, O. Aziagba Bibian and C. Iroka Finian.. (2020, February), "Determination of Phytochemical and Proximate Constituents of Two Varieties of Hibiscus sabdariffa,", Asian Journal of Research in Botany, Vol. 3, (Issue 2), pp 1-8 |
| 18 | Ilodibia, C. V., Chukwuma, M. U. and Umenwa, C. U.. (2020, December), "Assessment of Phytochemical and Antibacterial Activities of the leaf and stem extracts of Gomphrena celosioides Mart (Amaranthaceae),", Trends in Medical Research, Vol. 15, (Issue 1), pp 1-6 |
| 19 | Ilodibia, C. V., Achebe, U. A., Arubalueze, C.U and Ibeh, E.. (2019, March), "A Comparative Study on Morphology, Mineral and Vitamin Compositions of two Variants of Hibiscus sabdariffa L", Archives of Agriculture and Environmental Science; 4(1):, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 50-56 |
| 20 | Ilodibia, C. V., Okoli, B. E. and Okeke, C. U.. (2019, August), "Evaluation of Cytological and Morphological Traits of Morinda lucida Benth. – An Under- exploited Tropical Species.", Asian Journal Biological Sciences, Vol. 12, (Issue 4), pp 891-897 |
| 21 | Okeke, N. F., Ilodibia1, C. V. and Okoli, B. E.. (2019, December), "Comparative Anatomical Studies on Amaranthus spinosus L., Celosia argentea L. and Gomphrena celosioides Mart (AMARANTHACEAE),", Singapore Journal of Scientific Research, Vol. 9, (Issue 4), pp 124-132 |
| 22 | Igboabuchi, N. A. and C. V. Ilodibia. (2018, March), "A Study on the Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Activities of Seed and Leaf Extracts of Glycine max (L) Merr.", Asian Journal of Research in Botany, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 1-8 |
| 23 | Ilodibia, C. V., Arubalueze, C. U, Udeorah, S. N., Okafor, B. I. and Agbanusi, C. (2018, December), "Assessment of Morphological and Nutritional Attributes of Two Varieties of Ipomoea Batatas L. Utilized in Nigeria.", Archives of Agriculture and Environmental Science,, Vol. 3, (Issue 4), pp 394-398 |
| 24 | Ilodibia, C. V., Achebe, U. A., Udeorah, S. N., Arubalueze, C. U. and Okoye, C. E.. (2018, March), "Effect of Breeding on the Growth and Yield of Cucumis sativus (L.).", Asian Journal of Research in Crop Science, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 1-7 |
| 25 | Ilodibia C. V., Okoli, B. E. and Okeke, C. U. (2017, December), "Studies on Antimicrobial and Antioxidant Activity of Morinda Lucida Benth.", International Journal of Life Sciences, Vol. 6, (Issue 3), pp 168- 175 |
| 26 | Ilodibia, C. V. and Igboabuchi, N. A.. (2017, December), "Evaluation of Phytochemical and Nutritional Potential of Talinum Triangulare (Jacq) Leaf, Stem and Root on Human Health.", International Journal of Biological Research, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 6-9 |
| 27 | Ilodibia, C.V., Nnaji, E., Aziagba, B.O. and Ezeabara, C.A.. (2017, March), "Morphological and nutritional assessment of leaf, stem and root of Zanthoxylum macrophylla (Rutaceae).", Archives of Agriculture and Environmental Science, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 44-46. |
| 28 | Aziagba Bibian O., Okeke C.U., Ilodibia Chinyere V., Ezeabara Chinelo A., Izundu Alexander I., Uka Chiedozie J.. (2017, February), "Comparative Study on the Epidermal Features of Seven Varieties of Vigna Unguiculata (L.) Walp Cultivated in Anambra State South Eastern Nigeria", Advances in Zoology and Botany, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 4-9 |
| 29 | Igboabuchi, N. A. and Ilodibia, C. V.. (2017, September), "A Study on the Anatomy of Zanthoxylum macrophylla (L.) Sarg. (Rutaceae)", Asian Journal of Biology,, Vol. 3, (Issue 4), pp 1-6 |
| 30 | Aziagba, Bibian O., Okeke, C.U., Ezeabara, Anthonia C., Ilodibia, Chinyere V., Ufele Angela N., Egboka, Tochukwu P.. (2017, April), "Determination of the Flavonoid Composition of Seven Varieties of Vigna unguiculata (L.) Walp as Food and Therapeutic Values", Universal Journal of Applied Science, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 1-4 |
| 31 | Ilodibia, C. V., U. A. Achebe, S. N. Udearoh and C. U. Arubalueze. (2017, October), "Impact of Hybridization on Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus L. Moench) Vitamins Enrichment.", Asian Journal of Biology, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 1-5 |
| 32 | Ilodibia, C. V., U. A. Achebe, and Chiafor, C.. (2017, December), "Nutrient characteristics assessment of two variants of okra (Abelmoschus esculentus L. Moench) found in Anambra State, Nigeria", Archives of Agriculture and Environmental Science, Vol. 2, (Issue 4), pp 298-300. |
| 33 | Ugwoke C E C, Orji J, Anze S P G, Ilodibia C V. (2017, February), "Quantitative Phytochemical Analysis and Antimicrobial Potential of the Ethanol and Aqueous Extracts of the Leaf, Stem and Root of Chromolaena odorata (Asteraceae).", International Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemical Research, Vol. 9, (Issue 2), pp 207-214 |
| 34 | Ilodibia, C.V., U.A. Achebe, B.O. Aziagba, N.F. Okeke and S.N. Udeorah. (2017, December), "Effects of crossbreeding on fruits characteristics of two species of tomatoes (Solanum esculentum L. and Solanum pimpinellifolium L.).", Archives of Agriculture and Environmental Science, Vol. 2, (Issue 4), pp 305-307. |
| 35 | Aziagba, Bibian O., Okeke, C.U., Ezeabara, Chinelo A., Ilodibia, Chinyere V., Egboka, Tochukwu P., Ifeanyi Obika. (2016, October), "Taxonomic Implication of Morphology of Seven Varieties of Vigna unguiculata (L.) Walp. Cultivated in Awka, Anambra State, South Eastern Nigeria", America Journal of Life Science Researches, Vol. 4, (Issue 4), pp 132-137 |
| 36 | Achughu, A. N., Amadi, J. E., Ilodibia, C. V. and Ikegbnam, M. N. (2016, August), "Effects of Garcinia kola and Azadirachta indica Seeds in the Inhibition of Aspergilus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus isolated from Zea mays L. Awka, Nigeria", American Journal of Plant Sciences, Vol. 7, (Issue 11), pp 1555-1563 |
| 37 | Ilodibia C. V. and Okoli, B. E.. (2016, August), "Anatomical and Phytochemical Studies of Various Parts of Morinda lucida Benth.", International Journal of Life Sciences, Vol. 5, (Issue 2), pp 100-106 |
| 38 | Ilodibia, C V., Chukwu, A. J., Akachukwu, E. E., Adimonyemma, R. N., Igboabuchi, N. A and Ezeabara, C. A.. (2016, May), "Anatomical, Proximate, Vitamin and Mineral Studies on Piper guineense (Piperaceae),", International Journal of Plant and Soil Science, Vol. 11, (Issue 1), pp 1-6 |
| 39 | Ilodibia, C V., Chukwuka, C., Chukwuma, M. U., Akachukwu, E. E., Igboabuchi, N. A. and Adimonyemma, R. N. (2016, September), "Anatomical, Proximate, Mineral and Vitamin Studies on Celosia argentea (Linn.)", British Biotechnology Journal, Vol. 15, (Issue 4), pp 1-7 |
| 40 | Ilodibia, C V., Eze, E., Chukwuma, M. U., Akachukwu, E. E., Igboabuchi, N. A. and Adimonyemma, R. N.. (2016, September), "Proximate, Vitamin, Mineral and Anatomical Studies on Vitex Chrysocarpa Planch ex Benth. (Verbenaceae)", Journal of Advances in Biology and Biotechnology, Vol. 9, (Issue 1), pp 1-5 |
| 41 | Ilodibia, C. V., Akachukwu, E. E., Chukwuma, M. U., Igboabuchi, N. A., Adimonyemma, R. N., and Okeke, N. F. (2016, September), "Proximate, Phytochemical and Antimicrobial Studies on Solanum macrocarpon L", Journal of Advances in Biology and Biotechnology, Vol. 9, (Issue 2), pp 1-7 |
| 42 | Ilodibia, C.V., Ewere, F.U., Akachukwu, E.E. , Adimonyemma, R.N., Igboabuchi, N.A. and Okeke, N. F.. (2016, May), "Proximate Composition, Vitamin and Anatomical Studies on Gomphrena celosioides", Annual Research &Review in Biology, Vol. 10, (Issue 3), pp 1-6 |
| 43 | Ilodibia, C V., Okafor, J. C., Akachukwu, E. E., Igboabuchi, N. A., Chukwuma, M. U. and Adimonyemma, R. N. (2016, October), "Phytochemical and Antimicrobial Studies on Vitex Chrysocarpa (Planch ex Benth.)", American Journal of Life Science Researches, Vol. 4, (Issue 4), pp 127-131 |
| 44 | Ilodibia, C V., Chukwuma, M. U., Okeke, N. F., Adimonyemma, R. N., Igboabuchi, N. A and Akachukwu, E. E.. (2016, September), "Growth and Yield Performance to Plant Density of Celosia argentea in Anambra State, Southeastern Nigeria", International Journal of Plant and Soil Science 12(5):, Vol. 12, (Issue 5), pp 1-5 |
| 45 | Ilodibia, C. V., Igboabuchi, N. A. and Onwuachu, W. C. (2016, November), "Evaluation of Vegetative and Yield Attributes of Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus (L.) Moench) for Adaptation in Anambra State, Nigeria.", International Journal of Biological Research, Vol. 4, (Issue 2), pp 318-320 |
| 46 | Ezeabara , Chinelo A., Orachu, Lovina A., Okeke, C.U., Ilodibia, Chinyere V., Emeka, Adaeze N. and Ekwealor, K. U. (2015, February), "Comparative Study of Phytochemical, Proximate and Mineral Compositions of Stachytarpheta cayannensis (L. C. Rich.) Schau and Stachytarpheta indica (Linn.) Vahl,", International Journal of Plant Biology and Research, Vol. 3, (Issue 1) |
| 47 | Aziagba, Bibian O., Okeke, C. U., Ezeabara, Chinelo A., Ilodibia, Chinyere. V. and Uka, Chiedozie J.. (2015, October), "Macro Morphological Observations in Capsicum Varieties Cultivated in Awka Anambra State South Eastern Nigeria", American Journal of Life Science Researches, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 30-34 |
| 48 | Achebe, U. A., Udeorah, S. N. and Ilodibia, C. V.. (2015, November), "Effect of Different Vine Lengths on the Growth and Yield of Orange-Fleshed Sweet Potato in Ultisol Of South Eastern Nigeria", Nigeria Agricultural Journal, Vol. 46, (Issue 1), pp 121-125 |
| 49 | Ilodibia, Chinyere V., Ugwu, Rachael U., Okeke, C.U., Akachukwu, Ebele E., Aziagba, Bibian O. and Okeke, Nneka F.. (2015, December), "Anatomical Studies on Two Species of Dracaena in Southeastern Nigeria", International Journal of Biological Research, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 9-11 |
| 50 | Ilodibia, Chinyere V., Okeke, C.U., Chukwuma, Maureen U., Okeke, Nneka F., Akachukwu, Ebele E and Aziagba, Bibian O.. (2015, December), "Taxonomic Significance of Morphology and Palynology of two Species of Dracaena found Southeastern Nigeria, International", International Journal of Biological Research, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 5-8 |
| 51 | Ilodibia, C.V., Ugwoke, C.E., Egboka, T. P., Akachukwu, E.E Chukwuma, M. U., and Aziagba, B.O. (2015, December), "Breeding Pepper for Enhanced Food Nutrients", Asian Journal Crop Science, Vol. 7, (Issue 3), pp 214-218 |
| 52 | Ilodibia, C.V. and Chukwuma, M. U. (2015, September), "Effects of Application of Different Rates of Poultry Manure on the Growth and Yield of Tomato (Lycopersicum esculentum Mill.)", Journal of Agronomy, Vol. 14, (Issue 4), pp 251-253 |
| 53 | Ilodibia, Chinyere V., Ezeaja, Ijeoma J., Akachukwu, Ebele E., Chukwuma, Maureen U., Egboka, Tochukwu P., and Emeka, Adaeze N.. (2015, December), "Phytochemical Screening and Antimicrobial Effects of Aqueous and Ethanol Leaf and Stem Extracts of Gongronema latifolium Benth.", Research Journal of Botany, Vol. 10, (Issue 2), pp 50-60 |
| 54 | Ilodibia, Chinyere V., Ugwu, Rachael U., Okeke, C.U., Akachukwu, Ebele E and Ezeabara Chinelo A.. (2015, March), "Phytochemical Evaluation of various parts of Dracaena arborea and Dracaena mannii Bak", African Journal of Plant Science, Vol. 9, (Issue 7), pp 287-292 |
| 55 | Ilodibia, Chinyere V., Ugwu, Rachael U., Nwokolo, Onyinye L., Chukwuma, Maureen U. and Akachukwu, Ebele E.. (2015, September), "Phytochemical Screening, Antifungal and Antibacterial Activity of Aqueous and Ethanolic Leaf and Stem Extracts of Gnetum africanum Welw.", Research Journal of Medicinal Plant, Vol. 9, (Issue 6), pp 275-283 |
| 56 | Ezeabara, Chinelo A., Ikeh, Chigozie F., Ilodibia, Chinyere V., Aziagba, Bibian O., Okanume, Ogochukwu E. and Mbaekwe, Ebenezer I.. (2014, December), "Comparative Determination of Phytochemical, Proximate And Mineral Compositions of Various Parts of Portulaca oleracea L.", Journal of Plant Sciences, Vol. 2, (Issue 6), pp 294-298 |
| 57 | Ezeabara, Chinelo A., Okeke, C.U., Ilodibia, Chinyere V. and Aziagba, Bibian O. (2014, April), "Determination of Tannin Content of Various Parts of Six Citrus Species", Journal of Scientific Research and Reports, Vol. 3, (Issue 10), pp 1384-1392 |
| 58 | Ezeabara , Chinelo A., Okeke, C.U., Aziagba, Bibian O., Ilodibia, Chinyere V. and Emeka, Adaeze N.. (2014, October), "Determination of Saponin Content of Various Parts of Six Citrus Species", International Research Journal of Pure and Applied Chemistry, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 137-143 |
| 59 | Ilodibia, C. V., Achebe, U. A., Udeorah, S. N., Okeke, N. F. and Ezeabara, C. A.. (2014, November), "Growth and Yield Response of “Egusi” Melon (Citrulus lanatus L.) to Different Nutrient Sources in Ultisol of Southeastern Nigeria", Nigeria Agricultural Journal, Vol. 45, (Issue 2), pp 203-210 |
| 60 | Ilodibia, C.V., Okeke, N.F., Achebe, U., Egboka, T.P., and Chukwuma, M. U.. (2014, October), "Plant Breeding for Food Security Sustainability and Industrial Growth.", International Journal of Plant Breeding and Genetics, Vol. 8, (Issue 4), pp 219-223 |
| 61 | Ilodibia, Chinyere V., Ugwu, Rachael U., Okeke, C.U., Ezeabara, Chinelo A., Okeke, Nneka F., Akachukwu, Ebele E and Aziagba, Bibian O.. (2014, November), "Determination of Proximate Composition of Various Parts of Two Dracaena Species.", International Journal of Botany, Vol. 10, (Issue 1), pp 37-41 |
| 62 | Ilodibia, C. V., Chukwuma, M. U., Achebe, U., Emeka, A., Egboka, T. and Ezeabara, C. A.. (2014, November), "Evaluation of the Efficacy of Some Selected Plant Materials (Botanicals) in the Control of Cowpea Weevil", Nigeria Agricultural Journal, Vol. 45, (Issue 1), pp 126-131 |
| 63 | Achebe, U. A., Udeorah, S. N. and Ilodibia, C. V. (2014, November), "Growth and Yield Response of Telfaira occidentalis (Hook F.) as Affected by Different Rates of Poultry Manure", Nigeria Agricultural Journal, Vol. 46, (Issue 1), pp 153-157 |
| 64 | Ezeabara , Chinelo A., Okeke, C.U., Aziagba, Bibian O. and Ilodibia, Chinyere V. (2013, March), "Bee – Plants of Southeastern Nigeria – A Review", The Bioscientist, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 94-98 |
| 65 | Ezeabara, Chinelo A., Okeke, C.U., Aziagba, Bibian O., Muoka, Rufina O. and Ilodibia, Chinyere V.. (2013, October), "Transverse Section of Stem of Citrus Species and their Taxonomic Significance", International Journal of Plant Research, Vol. 3, (Issue 3), pp 94-98 |
| 66 | Ezeabara , Chinelo A., Okeke, C.U., Aziagba, Bibian O., Ilodibia, Chinyere V. and Emeka, Adaeze N.. (2013, August), "Taxonomic Importance of Radial Longitudinal Section in the Stem Characters of Six Citrus Species of Southeastern Nigeria", International Journal of Agriculture and Biosciences, Vol. 2, (Issue 5), pp 188-191 |
| 67 | Ilodibia, C.V., Egboka, T.P., Okeke, N.F and Ezeabara, C. A.. (2013, October), "Determination of Growth and Productivity of Selected Cowpea Varieties (Vigna unguiculata L.) in Ultisols of South Eastern Nigeria.", Nigeria Agricultural Journal, Vol. 44, (Issue 2), pp 211-216 |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | Ilodibia , C. V., Okoli, B. E ., Okeke, C. U and Emeka, A.N. (2015, January), "Cytological and Morphological Studies on Morinda lucida Benth. Paper presented at the 1st Annual Conference of Faculty of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.", Faculty of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
| 2 | Ilodibia, C. V., Egboka, T. P. and Okoli, B. E.. (2014, October), "Plant Genetics: A Way out on the Adverse Effect of Climate Change on Crop Production. Paper presented at the 22nd Annual Conference of Botanical Society of Nigeria (BOSON) held at UNN, Nsukka.", Botanical Society of Nigeria (BOSON) |
| 3 | Okafor, C. V. (2013, May), "Antibacterial Activity of Ethanolic Extracts of the Leaf, Stem Bark and Root of Morinda lucida Benth. (Rubiaceae). Paper presented at the at the 6th Annual Conference of Mycological Society of Nigeria (MYCOSON) held at NAU, Awka.", Mycological Society of Nigeria (MYCOSON) |
| 4 | Okafor, C. V and Nwakonobi, F. E.. (2011, October), "Cross Breeding: A key Element for Crop Improvement. Paper presented at the 45th Annual Conference of Agricultural Society of Nigeria (ASN)", Agricultural Society of Nigeria (ASN), pp 53-56 |
| 5 | Okafor, C. V., Nwakonobi, F. E. and Onwuachu, W. C.. (2010, June), "Plant Breeding: A Solution to World Economic Meltdown. Paper presented at the 51st Annual Conference of Science Teachers Association of Nigeria (STAN)", Science Teachers Association of Nigeria (STAN) |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Supervisions | |
|---|---|
| 1 | "Comparative studies on the morphology, anatomy, and phytochemistry of three species of genus Mimosa" (2023). Completed Masters project by Chukwudi, Henry Chukwuebuka 2019576004FA |
| 2 | "Variability Studies on Agro-morphological Traits of Okra-Abelmoschus esculentus (L)Moench Phenotypes Cultivated in two Southern Nigeria States" (2024). Completed Masters project by Okolie, Emmanuel Bamibor, 2015576002F |
| 3 | "Effect of Hybridization on Yield and Biochemical Compositions of two cultivars of Solanum aethiopicum L. (Solanaceae) found in Anambra State" (2021). Ongoing Masters project by Okeke, Philomena Nwanneka, NAU/PG/MSc/2017576002F |
| Grants | |
| 1 | Awardee: "Education Trust Fund Academic Staff Training and Development" (June, 2011 to June, 2015). Completed sponsored grant by Education Trust Fund Academic Staff Training and Development intervention |
| Editorships | |
| 1 | Editor, "Asian Council of Science Editors" (July, 2021) |
| 2 | Editor, "American Journal of Plant Biology (AJPB)" (November, 2020) |
| 3 | Editor, "Annals of Experimental and Molecular Biology" (October, 2018) |
| 4 | Editor, "American Journal of Plant Biology (AJPB)" (November, 2018) |
| Reviewerships | |
| 1 | Reviewer, "Effect of Intra Row Spacing on Growth, Yield Components, and Yield of Garlic (Allium Sativum L) at Fitch, North Showa Zone of Oromia, Ethiopia" (February, 2024) |
| 2 | Reviewer, "The Efficiency of Biological Treatment Plants in Some Private Hospitals in the City of Basra, Iraq" (April, 2024) |
| 3 | Reviewer, "Asian Journal of Biology" (December, 2016) |
| 4 | Reviewer, "European Journal of Medicinal Plants" (November, 2016) |
| 5 | Reviewer, "British Journal of Pharmaceutical Research" (December, 2016) |
| Examinerships | |
| 1 | Examiner, "MSc, Faculty Defence" (May, 2025 to May, 2025). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| 2 | Examiner, "MSc Proposal Defence" (May, 2025 to May, 2025). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 3 | Examiner, "MSc Final Defence" (December, 2024 to December, 2024). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 4 | Examiner, "MSc Faculty Defence" (August, 2024 to August, 2024). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| 5 | Examiner, "MSc Faculty Defence" (August, 2024 to August, 2024). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 6 | Examiner, "MSc Faculty Defense" (October, 2024 to October, 2024). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 7 | Examiner, "MSc Proposal Defense" (November, 2024 to November, 2024). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 8 | Examiner, "MSc Faculty Defence" (September, 2023 to September, 2023). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 9 | Examiner, "MSc External Defence" (July, 2023 to July, 2023). Completed External Exam |
| 10 | Examiner, "M.Sc. Programme" (April, 2023 to April, 2023). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 11 | Examiner, "M.Sc. Faculty Defence" (May, 2023 to May, 2023). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| 12 | Chief Examiner, "External Examination of Undergraduate (B.Sc.) Defence" (November, 2018 to November, 2018). Completed External Exam |
| 13 | Examiner, "M.Sc. Programme" (July, 2018 to October, 2018). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| 14 | Examiner, "M.Sc. Programme" (February, 2018 to July, 2018). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Member,, Arboreal Environmental Protection Committee, "Faculty of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (January, 2025) |
| 2 | Member, Inter Departmental Research Committee, "Faculty of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (February, 2025) |
| 3 | Chairperson, Department of Botany Quality Assurance Unit, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University,Ouality Assurance Unit" (March, 2024 to March, 2024) |
| 4 | Adjunct Lecturer, "Admiralty University of Nigeria" (November, 2021 to November, 2022) |
| 5 | Faculty Coordinator of BIO 251, "Department of Botany, Faculty of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka" (March, 2021 to February, 2022) |
| 6 | Coach and Career Officer of the Department, "Department of Botany, Faculty of Biosciences, Centre for Counselling and Career Development" (August, 2021) |
| 7 | Member Faculty Postgraduate Research Workshop Committee, "Faculty of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka," (August, 2018 to August, 2020) |
| 8 | Leader/Promoter of the League, "Pope's World Wide Prayer Network, Apostleship of Prayer, League of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, Archdiocese of Onitsha" (July, 2017) |
| 9 | Time Table Officer, "Department of Botany, Faculty of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka" (June, 2016 to October, 2020) |
| 10 | Faculty Coordinator of BIO 251, "Department of Botany, Faculty of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka" (October, 2015 to October, 2017) |
| 11 | Parish Vice president of the league, "Pope;s World Wide Prayer Network Apostleship of Prayer, League of Sacred Heart of Jesus, Archdiocese of Onitsha" (May, 2015 to May, 2021) |
| 12 | Deanery Secretary of the league, "Pope;s World Wide Prayer Network Apostleship of Prayer, League of Sacred Heart of Jesus, Archdiocese of Onitsha" (May, 2015 to May, 2021) |
| 13 | Seminar/Project Coordinator, "Department of Botany, Faculty of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka" (October, 2013 to October, 2019) |
| 14 | Departmental Secretary, "Department of Botany, Faculty of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State" (July, 2013 to October, 2020) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "Asian Council of Science Editors" - 234.15287 (member since 2021), https://thascse.com |
| 2 | Full Member, "Botanical Society of Nigeria (BOSON)" (member since 2012), http://boson.org.ng |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
|---|---|
| 1 | "2ND International Bioscience Conference (Live/Virtual) on Post-Covid-19 Pandemic Resilience: Role of the Biosciences", (Faculty of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria), 10th January, 2023 to 11th January, 2023; ASUU NAU Secretariat Complex, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria |
| 2 | "1st Annual Conference Of Faculty Of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.", (Faculty of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.), 7th January, 2015 to 7th January, 2015; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria |
| 3 | "6th Annual Conference Of Mycological Society Of Nigeria", (Mycological Society of Nigeria), 10th June, 2013 to 13th June, 2013; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 4 | "21st Annual Conference of the Botanical Society of Nigeria (BOSON)", (Botanical Society of Nigeria (BOSON)), 3rd June, 2012 to 7th June, 2012; Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria |
| 5 | "45th Annual Conference Of Agricultural Society Of Nigeria", (Agricultural Society of Nigeria), 24th November, 2011 to 28th November, 2011; UDU Sokoto |
| 6 | "51st Annual Conference Of Science Teachers Association Of Nigeria", (Science Teachers Association of Nigeria (STAN))), 23rd August, 2010 to 28th August, 2010; Government Model School, Makurdi |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "One Day Workshop on Re-engineering the University System through Quality Assurance", (Directorate of Quality Assurance and Certificate Verification), 7th November, 2023 to 7th November, 2023; University, Auditorium |
| 2 | "One-Day Workshop on: On-Line Teaching and Examination", (Sandwich Unit, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 20th June, 2023 to 20th June, 2023; ASUU NAU Secretariat Complex, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria |
| 3 | "2018 Postgraduate Research Workshop on " Deepening Research Competence for Effective Scholarship"", (School of Postgraduate Studies, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 8th October, 2018 to 19th October, 2018; University Auditorium |
| 4 | "2016 Research Workshop For Postgraduate Lecturers And Supervisors: Train The Trainers", (School of Postgraduate Studies), 31st October, 2016 to 24th November, 2016; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| Webinar | |
| 1 | "One Day International Webinar On "COVID-19 And Environment"", (Department of Environmental Sciences), 6th September, 2020 to 6th September, 2020; Nehru College, Pailapool, India |
| Other Event | |
| 1 | "52nd Annual Conference Of Science Teachers Association Of Nigeria", (Science Teachers Association of Nigeria (STAN))), 15th August, 2011 to 21st August, 2011; St. Peter's Unity Secondary School, Akure |