Dr. Chizoba Okechukwu Okeke

Dr. Chizoba Okechukwu Okeke is a SENIOR LECTURER in MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE Department, Faculty Of Health Science And Technology in Nnamdi Azikiwe University

Dr. Chizoba Okechukwu Okeke

Staff Profile

"My name is Dr Chizoba Okeke. Currently a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Faculty of Health Sciences & Technology, College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University. I hold a doctorate degree (PhD) in Haematology and Blood transfusion Science. The doctoral research focused on the crosstalk between haemostasis and inflammation. My research interests encompasses Platelet biomarkers, inflammation, haemostasis, infectious diseases (HIV, Hepatitis, and Tuberculosis), Malaria, occupational haematology. I have published peer reviewed articles in high impact journals such as "Tuberculosis" (https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tube.2022.102285) and have been a presenting author in high ranking international conferences such as British Society for haematology Annual Scientific meeting at Birmingham in April 2023 (https://doi.org/10.1111/bjh.18720).

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Medical Laboratory Science, Faculty Of Health Science And Technology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.
Faculty/Unit:
FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Department/Sub-Unit:
MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE

Academic Qualifications

Degrees / Basic Certificates
1NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY, AWKA. (Doctor of Philosophy, February, 2020)
September, 2014 to February, 2020
PhD HAEMATOLOGY AND BLOOD TRANSFUSION SCIENCE
2NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY, AWKA. (Master Degree, May, 2014)
February, 2012 to May, 2014
MSc HAEMATOLOGY AND BLOOD TRANSFUSION SCIENCE
3NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY AWKA. (Bachelor Degree, July, 2009)
September, 2004 to July, 2009
B.MLS MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE (HAEMATOLOGY AND BLOOD TRANSFUSION SCIENCE)
4DENNIS MEMORIAL GRAMMAR SCHOOL ONITSHA. (SSCE, May, 2004)
September, 1998 to May, 2004
WASC
5LEARNING FIELD INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL. (FSLC, July, 1998)
September, 1993 to July, 1998

Relevant/Working Experience

1DEPARTMENTAL POSTGRADUATE CORDINATOR, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY
March, 2024 to Present
2FACULTY TIMETABLE OFFICER, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY
February, 2023 to Present
3FACULTY EXAMINATION OFFICER, FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES AND TECHNOLOGY, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY
February, 2023 to Present
4CORDINATOR HAEMATOLOGY AND BLOOD TRANSFUSION SCIENCE UNIT, DEPARTMENT OF MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY
November, 2022 to March, 2024
5SENIOR LECTURER, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY
October, 2021 to Present
6MEMBER FACULTY PRAYER COMMITTEE, FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY
April, 2021 to Present
7HALL WARDEN (OLD FINAL YEAR HOSTEL B WING), COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY
April, 2021 to June, 2023
8MEMBER PROVOST COMMITTEE ON PUBLICITY AND TIMETABLE, COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY
April, 2021 to June, 2023
9DEPARTMENTAL EXAMINATION OFFICER, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY
May, 2019 to August, 2021
10LECTURER 1, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY
October, 2018 to October, 2021
11LECTURER II, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY
May, 2015 to October, 2018
12ICT OFFICER, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY
May, 2015 to May, 2019
13STAFF ADVISER, AFRICAN EDUCATION INITIATIVE (NEF CLUB) NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY
March, 2015 to Present
14ACADEMIC ADVISER, DEPARTMENT OF MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY
October, 2014 to August, 2018
15HAEMATOLOGY UNIT CORDINATOR, DEPARTMENT OF MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY
October, 2014 to August, 2015
16STAFF ADVISER, JOINT CHRISTIAN CAMPUS FELLOWSHIP (JCCF)
August, 2014 to Present
17STAFF ADVISER, NATIONAL FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE STUDENTS (NAFECMLSS)
May, 2014 to Present
18ASSISTANT LECTURER, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY
May, 2014 to May, 2015
19GRADUATE ASSISTANT, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY
April, 2012 to May, 2014
20YOUTH CORP MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST, GENERAL HOSPITAL NORTHBAN, MAKURDI, BENUE STATE
March, 2011 to March, 2012
21INTERN MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST, FEDERAL MEDICAL CENTRE ASABA
March, 2010 to March, 2011
22MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST, CROWN MEDICAL LABORATORIES NNEWI
July, 2009 to March, 2010

Creative Output

Journal Articles
1Chizoba.O. Okeke, G.I. Amilo, P.O. Manafa, N.C. Ibeh. (2023, January), "Inflammation-mediated changes in haemostatic variables of pulmonary tuberculosis patients during treatment", Tuberculosis, Vol. 138, (Issue 2023), pp 102285
2Dr Chizoba Okeke, Prof Grace Amilo, Prof Ejeatuluchukwu Obi, Prof Christopher Akosile, Dr Chisom Okeke. (2023, September), "Assessment of gender differences in some inflammatory cytokines of tuberculosis patients before and during treatment", African Health Sciences, Vol. 23, (Issue 3), pp 336-342
3Dr Chizoba Okeke, Prof Grace Amilo, Prof Ejeatuluchukwu Obi, Prof Christopher Akosile, Dr Chisom Okeke. (2023, April), "Clinical implications of cigarette smoking on platelet and inflammatory markers of newly diagnosed tuberculosis patients.", BRITISH JOURNAL OF HAEMATOLOGY, Vol. 201, (Issue 51), pp 31-118
4Okeke Chizoba O., Onyekaomelu Adaolisa G., Umeh Okechukwu E., Ibeh Nancy C., Chukwuma Oluchukwu M.. (2022, August), "Impact of occupational exposure to petroleum products on coagulation and white blood cell indices of Petrol station attendants in Nnewi metropolis, Nigeria", Journal of Current Biomedical Research (JCBR), Vol. 2, (Issue 4)
5Rebecca C. Chukwuanukwu, Charles C. Onyenekwe, Arthur E. Anyabolu, Maria C. Onwunzo, Okonkwo Robert C., Okeke Chizoba O., Manafa Patrick O., Eze Ukpai A., Omigie Ngozi M.. (2021, May), "Active case finding and evaluation of IL-6 production among household contacts of pulmonary tuberculosis patients in a high disease setting", International Journal of Research in Medical Sciences, Vol. 9, (Issue 5), pp 1263 -1269
6Okeke CO, Ifeanyichukwu MO, Okeke CM, Ibekailo SN, Ogamde S.. (2021, June), "Impact Of Malaria Co-infection On Leukocyte Indices Of Tuberculosis Infected Participants At Pretreatment, Intensive, And Continuation Phase Anti-tuberculosis Therapy.", IRAQI JOURNAL OF HAEMATOLOGY, Vol. 10, pp 48-54
7Okeke , Chizoba Okechukwu, Ifeanyichukwu , Martin Ositadimma, Amilo , Grace , Okeke, Chisom Makuachukwu. (2021, January), "Sex Differences In Haemostatic And Other Haematological Parameters Of Tuberculosis Patients At Pre-treatment, Post-intensive And Post-continuation Phase Anti-tuberculosis Therapy.", INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MYCOBACTERIOLOGY, Vol. 9, (Issue 5), pp 72
8Chukwuanukwu RC, Onyenekwe CC, Anyabolu AE, Onwunzo MC, Robert CO, Okeke CO, Patrick OM, Ukpai AE, Ngozi MO.. (2021, May), "Active Case Finding And Evaluation Of IL-6 Production Among Household Contacts Of Pulmonary Tuberculosis Patients In A High Disease Setting", INTERNATIONLA JOURNAL OF RESEARCH IN MEDICAL SCIENCES, Vol. 9, (Issue 5), pp 1263 - 1269
9Okeke CO, Kelechi M. (2020, September), "Comparison Of Blood Carboxyhaemoglobin Levels Among Cigarette Smokers And Petrol Station Attendants With Control Subjects In Nnewi Metropolis, Nigeria.", JOURNAL OF MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE, Vol. 30, (Issue 3), pp 85-93
10Chizoba O. Okeke, Grace I. Amilo, Martin O. Ifeanyichukwu, Ejeatuluchukwu O. Obi. (2020, December), "Longitudinal Assessment Of The Impact Of Tuberculosis Infection And Treatment On Monocyte to lymphocyte Ratio, Neutrophil to lymphocyte Ratio, And Other White Blood Cell Parameters.", EGYPTIAN JOURNAL OF HAEMATOLOGY, Vol. 45, (Issue 2), pp 97-104
11Okeke Chizoba O, Mama Emmanuel I, Akosile Christopher O, Ani Kenneth U. (2020, October), "Changes In White Blood Cell, Red Blood Cell And Platelet Parameters Following Short Term Aerobic Exercise In Students Of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nigeria", INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SPORTS, EXERCISE AND HEALTH RESEARCH, Vol. 4, (Issue 2), pp 73-78
12Okeke CO. Iloka VC. (2020, July), "Influence Of ABO Blood Group On Fibrinogen Levels And Platelet Count In Apparently Healthy Nigerian Subjects", International Journal of Blood Research and Disorders, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 54-59
13Okeke CO, Amilo GI, Ifeanyichukwu MO, Okeke CM. (2020, December), "Comparison Of The Levels Of Some Hemostatic And Inflammatory Markers Between Tuberculosis Patients With And Without Malaria At Pretreatment, Intensive, And Continuation Phase Treatment.", INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MYCOBACTERIOLOGY, Vol. 9, (Issue 4), pp 373-379
14Okeke Okechukwu Chizoba and Ajulu A Chibuogwu. (2018, December), "Duration Of Dialysis Increases Risk Of Hepatitis C Virus Infections Among Hemodialysis Patients In Anambra State, Nigeria..", UNIVERSA MEDICINA, Vol. 37, (Issue 3), pp 181-188
15Chizoba Okechukwu Okeke, Uru Star Okoro, Abiodun Babatunde. (2018, December), "Variations In Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time And Prothrombin Time In Individuals Of A, B, AB, And O Blood Groups.", IRAQI JOURNAL OF HAEMATOLOGY, Vol. 7, (Issue 2), pp 85-89
16Okeke Chizoba O, Amah Obioma S, Amilo Grace I, Ifeanyichukwu Martin O, Ogenyi Samuel I. (2017, April), "Effect Of Alcohol Consumption On Haemorrheology And Osmotic Fragility Of Subjects In Nnewi, South-eastern, Nigeria.", INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SPORTS, EXERCISE AND HEALTH RESEARCH, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 45-48
17Okeke Okechukwu Chizoba, Ekeanumba Hillary Ebuka. (2017, April), "Effects Of Cigarette Smoking On Some Coagulation Parameters Of Smokers In Nnewi Metropolis .", JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL AND OCCUPATIONAL SCIENCE, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 12-16
18Okeke Chizoba Okechukwu, Agbasiere Favour Nneka, Amilo I. Grace, Ifeanyichukwu Ositadimma Martin. (2017, June), "Methemoglobin Levels Among Malaria Parasite‑infected Blood Donors In Nnewi, South-eastern, Nigeria.", TROPICAL JOURNAL OF MEDICAL RESEARCH, Vol. 20, (Issue 1), pp 80-83
19Ifeanyichukwu, Martin Ositadimma, Meludu Samuel C., Odozi, Efeota Bright and Okeke, Chizoba Okechukwu. (2017, September), "Some Haematological Parameters And Immunoglobulin Levels In Mycobacterium Tuberculosis Infected Patients In Benin City, Southern Nigeria.", International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health, Vol. 26, (Issue 1), pp 1-9
20Manafa PO, Nwakor Justin C, Okeke CO, Aneke JC, Nwene EK, Ibeh NC, Chukwuma GO, Ogbuowelu SO, Ihim AC. (2017, August), "Assessment Of Inflammation And Risk Of Bladder Tumour In Adult Male Smokers In Nnewi, Nigeria", THE JOURNAL OF MEDICAL RESEARCH, Vol. 3, (Issue 4), pp 191-194
21Manafa PO, Okafor CC, Okeke CO, Chukwuma GO, Ibeh NC, Ogenyi SI, Nwene EK, Aneke JC.. (2017, February), "Assessment Of Superoxide Dismutase Activity And Total Antioxidant Capacity In Adult Male Cigarette Smokers In Nnewi Metropolis, Nigeria.", THE JOURNAL OF MEDICAL RESEARCH, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 23-26
22Ihim Augustine Chinedu, Patrick Chinedu Obi, Egbe Josephat Udoka, Nosakhare Osakue, Donatus F. Ozuruoke, Emmanuel I. Nwobodo, Samuel C. Meludu, and Ok. (2017, December), "Short Term Aerobic Exercise Does Not Change Kidney Function In Students Of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nigeria.", UNIVERSA MEDICINA, Vol. 36, (Issue 3), pp 166-172
23Ifeanyichukwu MO, Ibekailo Sylvester N, John Aja O' Brien C, Okeke CO. (2016, May), "Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time, Prothrombin Time, Thrombin Time And Platelet Count Study In HIV Seropositive Subjects At Nnamdi Azikiwe Teaching Hospital Nnewi.", TRANSLATIONAL BIOMEDICINE, Vol. 7, (Issue 2), pp 63-68
24Manafa P.O., Osmond E.O., Onyenekwe C.C., Okeke C.O., Chukwuma G.O., Ihim A.C., Ogenyi S.I., Chukwuanukwu R.C., Manafa CC, Nnadi EC. (2016, July), "Assessment Of Tumour Necrosis Factor-Alpha (Tnf-Α ) And Creatinine Levels In Echis Ocellatus Bite Victims In Jos Metropolis, Nigeria.", EUROPEAN SCIENTIFIC JOURNAL, Vol. 12, (Issue 21), pp 70-80
25Ifeanyichukwu, Ositadimma M, Bright Efeosa O., Meludu Samuel C., Okeke Chizoba O.. (2016, June), "Effect Of HIV Infection On Some Haematological Parameters And Immunoglobulin Levels In HIV Patients In Benin City, Southern Nigeria,", JOURNAL OF HIV AND RETROVIRUS, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 1-7
26Nancy Ibeh, John Aneke, Chide Okocha, Chizoba Okeke, Joseph Nwachukwuma. (2016, April), "The Influence Of Occupational Lead Exposure On Haematological Indices Among Petrol Station Attendants And Automobile Mechanics In Nnewi, South-East Nigeria", JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL AND OCCUPATIONAL SCIENCE, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 1-6
27Ihim Augustine C., Okeke Chizoba O., Manafa Patrick O., Ezejindu Damian N., Nnodim JohnKennedy, Obi Patrick C.. (2016, January), "Effect Of Exposure To Soot On Troponin I And Lipid Profile Levels", European Journal of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical sciences, Vol. 3, (Issue 2), pp 5-10
28Ogenyi SI, Ndubuisi HO, Ngokere AA, Onyemelukwe AO, Choji TPP, Chukwuanukwu RC, Okeke CO, Okoye JO. (2016, February), "Pap Smear Pattern Of Women Attending Family Planning Clinic In A Tertiary Healthcare Facility In Nnewi, Anambra State – Nigeria", International Journal of Health Sciences and Research., Vol. 6, (Issue 3), pp 87-94
29R.C. Chukwuanukwu, S.M. Odido, C.C. Onyenekwe, E. Anyabolu, M.C. Onwunzo, R.O. Okonkwo, M.O. Ifeanyichukwu, C.O. Okeke, F. Ifediata. (2015, October), "Assessment Of The Validity Of Rapid Diagnostic Test Kits Available In The Nigerian Market For Mycobacterium Tuberculosis", International Journal of Biological and Chemical Sciences, Vol. 9, (Issue 5), pp 2628-2637
30Manafa P. O., Okor L. O., Okwor E. C., Okeke C. O., Manafa C. C., Ihim A. C., Chukwuma G. O., Chukwuanukwu R. C., Ogenyi S. I., Akulue J. C.. (2015, November), "Assessment Of Glutathione Peroxidase Activity And Vitamin E Levels In Pre-menopausal And Menopausal Women At Holy Rosary Specialist Hospital, Onitsha.", Sky Journal of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Vol. 3, (Issue 8), pp 109 - 115
31Manafa PO, Aguiyi NC, Onyenekwe CC, Okeke CO, Ihim AC, Okor LO, Manafa CC.. (2015, October), "Comparative Assessment Of Lipid Profile In Pre-menopausal And Menopausal Women In Nnewi Nigeria.", European Scientific Journal, Vol. 11, (Issue 30), pp 88-100
32Okeke C.O, Amilo G.I, Ifeanyichukwu M.O., Obi E.O., Ihim A.C., Okeke A.C., Ibeh N.C.. (2015, April), "Changes In Some Red Cell Enzymes, Coagulation And White Cell Parameters In Relation To CD4 Count Values In HIV Subjects.", International Journal of Health Sciences and Research, Vol. 5, (Issue 4), pp 49-58
33Ifeanyichukwu MO, Olu-Ero EO, Okeke CO, Airiagbonbu BO and Idomeh FA. (2015, May), "Haemorrheological Changes In Malaria Infected Pregnant Subject Attending Antenatal Clinic At Eku Baptist Government Hospital", Journal of Blood Disorders, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 1027
34Ifeanyichukwu Martin Ositadinma, Osakue Stanley Ikponmwosa, Okeke Chizoba Okechukwu. (2015, June), "Haemorrheology And Red Cell Indices In HIV Positive Individuals On Antiretroviral Therapy In Delta State, Nigeria.", International Journal of Current Research and Reviews, Vol. 7, (Issue 12), pp 24-30
35Ifeanyichukwu, Martin Ositadinma, Osakue, Stanley Ikponmwosa, Chukwuanukwu Rebecca C., Okeke Chizoba Okechukwu, Nworie, Amos. (2015, July), "Effect Of HIV Infection And Antiretroviral Therapy On Lipid Profile Of HIV Subjects In Warri, Delta State, Nigeria.", International Journal of Medical and Health Sciences, Vol. 4, (Issue 3), pp 322-326
36Augustine C. Ihim, Samuel C. Meludu, Chiamaka M. Obiodinukwe, Okeke Chizoba O., Adeola O. Oluboyo, JohnKennedy Nnodim, Charles C. Onyenekwe. (2015, March), "Effect Of Short Term Exercise On Serum Cortisol And Lipid Profile In Young Male Of College Of Health Sciences Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus.", Indian Journal of Basic and Applied Medical Research, Vol. 4, (Issue 2), pp 213-218
37Okeke C.O., Amilo G.I., Ifeanyichukwu M.O., Obi E.O., Okeke A.C., Ibeh N.C.. (2015, January), "Effect Of HIV Infection And Antiretroviral Therapy Duration On CD4 Count, Total And Differential White Cell Count", International STD Research & Reviews, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 14-22
38Okeke Chizoba Okechukwu, Amilo Grace I., Ifeanyichukwu Martin, Ochiabuto Ogochukwu MTB., Onyemelukwe Anulika O., Ibekailo Nnaemeka Sylvester. (2014, August), "Effect Of HIV And Antiretroviral Therapy Duration On Reticulocyte Count And Red Cell Indices.", International Blood Research and Reviews., Vol. 2, (Issue 4), pp 187-197
39Amilo G.I., Okeke C.O., Ifeanyichukwu M.O., Okeke A.C., Ogenyi S.I., Okoye J.O.. (2014, August), "Effect Of HIV Infection And Antiretroviral Therapy On Some Red Cell Enzyme Activities And Coagulation Parameters.", British Journal of Medicine and Medical Research, Vol. 4, (Issue 22), pp 3963-3974
40Okoye J. O., Ngokere A.A, Okeke C.O. (2014, February), "Biochemical, Hematological And Histological Effects Following Escravos Crude Oil Ingestion By Chinchilla Rabbits.", International Journal of Medicine and Medical Sciences., Vol. 6, (Issue 2), pp 63-68
41Ochiabuto O.M.T.B., Okwuolisa A.J., Okeke C.O., Obi C.M. ,Umedum C.U., Onwuasoanya U.F.. (2014, January), "Prevalence Of Different Candida Species In Restaurants In Four Villages In Nnewi, Anambra State, Nigeria", Nigerian Journal of Mycology., Vol. 6, pp 11-24
42Ochiabuto O.M.T.B, Nwankwo A., Enweani I.B., Okoye J.O., Okeke C.O., Nwankwo M., Nwafuluaku I., Obi C.M.. (2014, July), "Fungal Isolation In HIV Patients And CD4 Count", International STD Research & Reviews., Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 111-112
43Ochiabuto O.M.TB., Ogadi A.C., Okeke C.O., Obi C.M., Oluboyo A.O., Ogenyi S.I., Onwuasoanya U.F.. (2014, ), "Assessment Of Faecal Occult Blood Test And Helicobacter Pylori Infection In School Children In Oraukwu, Anambra State, Nigeria.", Journal of Research in Bioscience, Vol. 10, (Issue 1), pp 70-78
44Ochiabuto O.M.TB., Ezulumalu B., Okeke C.O., Okoli A., Obi C.M., Akulue J.C., Ezekwueme E.N., Onwuasoanya U.F. (2014, January), "Prevalence Of Dermatophytes In Fairly-used Shoes Sold In Nnewi Markets, South-Eastern Nigeria", International Journal of Advancement in Biological Sciences, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 36-41
45Ifeanyichukwu Martin Ositadinma, Amilo Grace Ifeoma, Ngwu Amauche Martina, Obi Godwin Okorie, Okeke Chizoba Okechukwu, Okonkwo Chike James, Ibeh Nancy. (2014, October), "The Effect Of Repeated Blood Donations On The Iron Status Of Male Donors In Enugu State, Nigeria", Journal of Medicine and Medical Research, Vol. 5, (Issue 6), pp 788-793
46Odiegwu C.N.C., Okibe S.C., Onwuasoanya U.F., Ezekwueme N.E., Atuegbu C.M., Okeke C.O.. (2012, June), "Effects Of Cigarette Smoking On Some Hematological Parameters Of Smokers In Nnewi, Anambra State – Nigeria", African Journal of Sciences, Vol. 13, (Issue 1), pp 2905-2916
Conference Papers
1Dr Chizoba Okeke, Prof Grace Amilo, Prof Ejeatuluchukwu Obi, Prof Christopher Akosile, Dr Chisom Okeke. (2023, April), "Clinical implications of cigarette smoking on platelet and inflammatory markers of newly diagnosed tuberculosis patients.", Presented at the 63rd Annual Scientific meeting of the British Society for Haematology, Vol. 201, (Issue 51), pp 31-118
2Okeke , Chizoba Okechukwu, Ifeanyichukwu , Martin Ositadimma, Amilo , Grace , Okeke, Chisom Makuachukwu. (2021, January), "Sex Differences In Haemostatic And Other Haematological Parameters Of Tuberculosis Patients At Pre-treatment, Post-intensive And Post-continuation Phase Anti-tuberculosis Therapy", International Congress of Asian African Society for Mycobacteriology, An oral presentation at the 3rd Asian African Congress of Mycobacteriology on Mycobacterium, COVID-19, HIV and other related lung diseases held from 27-29 January 2021 in Iran
3Okeke Chizoba O., Amilo Grace I., Obi Ejeatuluchukwu O. (2021, March), "Impact Of P. Falciparum Infection On The Levels Of Tumor Necrosis Factor, Interleukin-6 And Some Haematological Parameters Of Infected Subjects In Nigeria.", A poster presentation at the Keystone Virtual live eSymposia on “Malaria in the era of Covid-19
4Okeke Chizoba O., Ifeanyichukwu Martin O., Amilo Grace I., Obi Ejeatuluchukwu O.. (2020, December), "Longitudinal Assessment Of The Impact Of Tuberculosis Treatment On The Levels Of Haemostatic And Inflammatory Markers Of Pulmonary Tuberculosis Infected Individuals In Abakaliki, Nigeria", KEYSTONA SYMPOSIA, A presentation at the Keystone Virtual live eSymposia on “Tuberculosis: Science Aimed at Ending the Epidemic” held from December 2-4, 2020.
5Okeke C.O., Ekeanumba H.E., Amilo G.I., Ifeanyichukwu M.O.. (2016, April), "Effects Of Cigarette Smoking On Some Coagulation Parameters Of Smokers In Nnewi Metropolis .", BIOSCIENCE RESEARCH GROUP, An oral presentation at the Scientific conference/workshop organized by the Bioscience Research group at Nnamdi Azikiwe University Auditorium, Awka from 20th – 23rd April 2016.
6Amilo G.I., Audu I., Ifeanyichukwu M.O., Mustapha A.M., Goje J.I., Okeke C.O.. (2016, April), "Evaluation Of Serum Iron, Ferritin, TIBC And Transferrin Levels Among Blood Donors In Federal Medical Centre Gusau, North West Nigeria.", BIOSCIENCE RESEARCH GROUP, A poster presentation at the Scientific conference/workshop organized by the Bioscience Research group at Nnamdi Azikiwe University Auditorium, Awka from 20th – 23rd April 2016
7Ibekailo S.N., Ifeanyichukwu M.O., John Aja, Okeke C.O., Chinedum U.E.. (2016, April), "CD4, Fibrinogen, Factor VII Levels In HIV Seropositive Subjects At Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi, Nigeria", BIOSCIENCE RESEARCH GROUP, Oral presentation at the Scientific conference/workshop organized by the Bioscience Research group at Nnamdi Azikiwe University Auditorium, Awka from 20th – 23rd April 2016
8Rebecca Chukwuanukwu, Chinedum Onyenekwe, Luisa Martinez-Pomares, Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Sonali Singh, Amilo G., Nneka Regina Agbakoba, Martin Ositadin. (2015, January), "Modulation Of The Immune Responses To Mycobacterium Tuberculosis During Malaria/M. Tuberculosis Co-infection.", AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR MICROBIOLOGY
9Okafor C.C., Madukwe D.U.P., Oha P., Okeke C.O., Obi E. (2015, February), "Knowledge And Attitude Of Students Of College Of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Towards The Health Effects Of Carbon (ii) Oxide Gas Emitted From Generators.", WEST AFRICAN SOCIETY FOR TOXICOLOGY, 4th International Conference of West African Society of Toxicology (WASOT) held at Emerald Energy Centre for Petroleum Economics, Policy and Strategic studies, Institute of Petroleum studies, University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State Nigeria. February 3 -
10Ochiabuto O.M.T.B., Ogadi A.C., Okeke C.O., Obi C.M., Oluboyo A.O., Ogenyi S.I., Onwuasoanya U.F. (2014, January), "Assessment Of Faecal Occult Blood Test And Helicobacter Pylori Infection In School Children In Oraukwu, Anambra State, Nigeria", , Thirteenth International Conference on Sustainable Development. January 13 – 16, 2014 @ Comassie Hall, Imo State University Owerri, Nigeria.
11Ochiabuto O.M.T.B., Ezulumalu B., Okeke C.O., Okoli A., Obi C.M., Akulue J.C., Ezekwueme E.N., Onwuasoanya U.F.. (2014, January), "Prevalence Of Dermatophytes In Fairly-used Shoes Sold In Nnewi Markets, South-Eastern Nigeria", , Fourth International conference on New Strategies for Sustainable Development. January 27 – 30, 2014, Conference hall, International Research and Development Institute, Uyo, Nigeria.
12Iwegbu A.N., Ochiabuto O.M.T.B., Ikechebelu N., Obi C.M., Okeke C.O., Onwuasoanya U.F.. (2012, June), "Seroprevalence Of Treponema Palladium Infection Among Women With History Of Miscarriage And Stillbirth In A Fertility Clinic At Nnewi, Nigeria", , 36th Annual Conference of the Nigerian Society for Microbiology, NAU 2012.
13Odiegwu C.N.C., Okeke C.O., Oluboyo A.O., Manafa P.O.. (2010, May), "Prevalence Of Hepatitis B And C Among HIV Positive Patients At Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital (NAUTH) Nnewi.", ASSOCIATION OF MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENTISTS OF NIGERIA (AMLSN), Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria Enugu State Biomedical Week.

Academic Leadership Qualities

Supervisions
1"EFFECT OF METFORMIN ON HEPCIDIN, HBAIC, VITAMIN B12 AND FOLATE IN PATIENTS WITH TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS AT NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL NNEWI." (June, 2021). Ongoing Masters project by KENECHUKWU LYDIA NDIDIAMAKA (2020616002P)
2"ASSESSMENT OF THE IMPACT OF MALARIA INFECTION ON FULL BLOOD COUNT AND G-6-PD LEVELS OF PAEDIATRIC SUBJECTS OF DIFFERENT AGE, GENDER, BLOOD GROUP AND GENOTYPE" (2024). Ongoing Masters project by Olorunfemi, Hassan Oyedele (2013616037F)
3"LEVELS OF PLATELET FACTOR-4, THROMBOPOETIN AND OTHER PLATELET INDICES IN MALARIA INFECTED SUBJECTS ATTENDING NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTRE AWKA." (2024). Ongoing Masters project by OGBONNA ESTHER CHIOMA (2021616003PA)
4"EVALUATION OF MATERNAL AND CORD FULL BLOOD COUNT AND SOME TRACE ELEMENTS; POSSIBLE RELATIONSHIP WITH PREGNANCY OUTCOME IN BWARI AREA COUNCIL, FEDERAL CAPITAL TERRITORY" (2024). Ongoing Masters project by OHALE IJEOMA MIRIAM (2020616001FB)
Grants
1Awardee: "BSH RESEARCH TRAVEL GRANT" (April, 2023 to May, 2023). Completed sponsored grant by BRITISH SOCIETY OF HAEMATOLOGY
2Awardee: "TETFUND 2012-2014 Research projects (RP) intervention" (April, 2017 to August, 2021). Completed sponsored grant by TETFUND
Editorships
1Editor, "GLOBAL JOURNAL OF HEALTH SCIENCES" (September, 2023)
2Editor, "AMERICAN JOURNAL OF LABORATORY MEDICINE" (March, 2022)
Reviewerships
1Reviewer, "Hematological Parameters of Gasoline Station Workers at Hosanna Town, Southwest Ethiopia: A Comparative Cross-Sectional Study" (October, 2023)
2Reviewer, "EFFECT OF GLYCINE MAX (SOYBEAN) CONSUMPTION ON RENAL FUNCTIONS AND ESTIMATED GLOMERULAR FILTRATION RATE AMONG UNIVERSITY STUDENTS." (July, 2022)
3Reviewer, "Comparative Studies of The Effects of Smoking on Hemoglobin and Hematocrit Levels between Smokers and Non-Smokers in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria" (July, 2022)
4Reviewer, "EVALUATION OF GLUTATHIONE, TOTAL ANTIOXIDANT CAPACITY, TOTAL PLASMA PEROXIDES, OXIDATIVE STRESS INDEX IN CATARACT PATIENTS IN CALABAR" (November, 2022)
5Reviewer, "Effect Of Gasoline Exposure On HematologicalParameters Of Gas Station Workers In Mekelle City, Tigray Region, Northern Ethiopia" (October, 2020)
Examinerships
1Examiner, "MSC FACULTY DEFENCE" (March, 2024). Completed Internal-External Exam
2Examiner, "MSC FACULTY DEFENCE" (January, 2024 to January, 2024). Completed Internal-External Exam
3Examiner, "MSC FINAL DEFENCE" (February, 2024 to February, 2024). Completed Internal-Internal Exam
4Examiner, "MSC FINAL DEFENCE" (April, 2024 to April, 2024). Completed Internal-External Exam
5Examiner, "MSC FINAL DEFENCE" (April, 2024 to April, 2024). Completed Internal-External Exam
6Examiner, "PGD FINAL DEFENCE" (October, 2023 to October, 2023). Completed Internal-Internal Exam
7Examiner, "PGD FINAL DEFENCE" (October, 2023 to October, 2023). Completed Internal-Internal Exam
8Examiner, "MSC PROPOSAL DEFENCE" (November, 2023 to November, 2023). Completed Internal-Internal Exam
9Examiner, "MSC FACULTY DEFENCE" (November, 2023 to November, 2023). Completed Internal-Internal Exam
10Examiner, "MSc PROPOSAL DEFENCE" (April, 2023 to April, 2023). Completed Internal-External Exam
11Examiner, "FINAL MSC DEFENCE" (November, 2022 to November, 2022). Completed Internal-External Exam
Contributions to the University/Society
1DEPARTMENTAL POSTGRADUATE CORDINATOR, "NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY" (March, 2024)
2FACULTY EXAMINATION OFFICER, "NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY" (February, 2023)
3FACULTY TIMETABLE OFFICER, "NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY" (February, 2023)
4MEMBER FACULTY PRAYER COMMITTEE, "FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES AND TECHNOLOGY. NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY" (June, 2023)
5MEMEBER FACULTY DISCIPLINARY COMMITTEE, "NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY" (June, 2023)
6MEMEBER EXAMINATION MISCONDUCT COMMITTEE, "NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY" (June, 2023)
7HAEMATOLOGY UNIT CORDINATOR, "NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY" (February, 2023 to February, 2024)
8HAEMATOLOGY UNIT CORDINATOR, "NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY" (February, 2022 to February, 2023)
9POSTGRADUATE SUPERVISOR, "NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY" (March, 2021)
10MEMBER FACULTY PRAYER COMMITTEE, "NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY" (April, 2021)
11MEMBER COLLEGE PUBLICITY AND TIMETABLE COMMITTEE, "NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY" (April, 2021)
12HALL WARDEN, "COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY" (April, 2021)
13STAFF ADVISER, "NDUAKA EDUCATION FOUNDATION (NEF) CLUB" (May, 2021)
14DEPARTMENTAL Examination Officer, "Department of Medical Laboratory Science" (May, 2019 to August, 2021)
15SECRETARY, "FULL GOSPEL BUSINESS MENS FELLOWSHIP INTERNATIONAL, JOSHUA GENERATION CHAPTER NNEWI" (January, 2016 to December, 2021)
16DEPARTMENTAL ICT Officer, "Department of Medical Laboratory Science" (May, 2015 to May, 2019)
17CHAIRMAN, "ALUMNI ASSOCIATION ASF CHS/NAUTH" (November, 2014 to August, 2021)
18STAFF ADVISER, "JOINT CHRISTIAN CAMPUS FELLOWSHIP" (February, 2014)
19STAFF ADVISER, "NATIONAL FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE STUDENT" (October, 2014)
20MEMBER FACULTY PRAYER COMMITTEE, "NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY" (December, 2014)
21SECRETARY-GENERAL, "MEDICAL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SERVICE GROUP, MAKURDI BENUE STATE" (September, 2011 to February, 2012)
22BENUE STATE BIBLE SECRETARY, "NIGERIAN CHRISTIAN CORPERS FELLOWSHIP" (March, 2011 to February, 2012)

Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies

1Full Member, "INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF BLOOD TRANSFUSION" - ISBT (member since 2023), https://www.isbtweb.org/
2Research Member, "Centre for Sustainable Development, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka." - RESERACH ASSOCIATE (member since 2023), https:// NONE
3Associate Member, "BRITISH SOCIETY FOR HAEMATOLOGY" - 50632 (member since 2022), https://b-s-h.org.uk/
4Full Member, "HAEMATOLOGY AND BLOOD TRANSFUSION SCIENTISTS SOCIETY OF NIGERIA" - HBTSSN/RMN/0602 (member since 2021), https://hbtssn.org/
5Full Member, "AFRICAN SOCIETY FOR LABORATORY MEDICINE" - 4878/21 (member since 2021), https://aslm.org/
6Full Member, "The Asian-African Society of Mycobacteriology" - nil (member since 2021), http://aasmcongress.ir/en/
7Graduate Member, "NIGERIAN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT (NIM)" - 180695 (member since 2012), https://nim.ng/
8Associate Member, "MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE COUNCIL OF NIGERIA" - RA (MLS) 12928 (member since 2011), https://web.mlscn.gov.ng/
9Full Member, "ASSOCIATION OF MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENTISTS OF NIGERIA" - MLS/04/05494 (member since 2010), https://amlsn.org.ng/

Relevant Events Attended

Conference
1" 63rd Annual Scientific meeting", (British Society for Haematology), 23rd April, 2023 to 26th April, 2023; International Convention Centre, Birmingham, United Kingdom
Workshops
1"Practice of laboratory Medicine and entrepreneurial skills in a devastating economy; a way out", (Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria (AMLSN), NAU Chapter in partnership with Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN)), 5th December, 2023 to 5th December, 2023; FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY AUDITORIUM NAU NNEWI
2" MOOC on Implementation Research (IR) with a focus on Infectious Diseases of Poverty (IDP)”", (African Regional Training Centre, University of Ghana School of Public Health and the UNICEF/UNDP/World Bank/WHO Special Programme for Research and Training in Tropical Diseases (TDR)), 3rd April, 2023 to 28th May, 2023; ZOOM
3"Malaria culture Hands-on training/workshop on “in-vitro cultivation of Plasmodium falciparum (malaria parasite)", ( Africa Research Excellence Fund (AREF) in Collaboration with Nnamdi Azikiwe University), 16th January, 2023 to 28th January, 2023; Molecular Research Laboratory, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus.
4"INTRODUCTION TO BIOINFORMATICS TRAINING", (H3ABioNet (Pan African Bioinformatics Network for H3Africa)), 12th July, 2022 to 13th October, 2022; VULA PLATFORM AND ZOOM
Other Events
1" Continued Professional Development Workshop On "The Laboratory Biosecurity In The Era Of Global Pandemic"", (Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria (AMLSN), Anambra state branch in partnership with Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN)), 6th May, 2021 to 6th May, 2021; NKPOR, ANAMBRA STATE
2" Continued Professional Development Workshop On "Laboratory Biosafety; A Key Component Of Biorisk Management"", (Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria, Anambra state branch in partnership with Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN)), 30th April, 2021 to 30th April, 2021; NNEWI, ANAMBRA STATE
3" Keystone Virtual Live ESymposia On “Haematopoiesis” Sponsored By American Association For Cancer Research", (KEYSTONE SYMPOSIA), 21st April, 2021 to 23rd April, 2021; USA (VIRTUAL)
4" Keystone Virtual Live ESymposia On “Malaria In The Era Of Covid-19", (KEYSTONE SYMPOSIA), 16th March, 2021 to 17th March, 2021; USA (VIRTUAL)
5" Third Asian African Congress Of Mycobacteriology", (Asian-African Society for Mycobacteriology), 27th January, 2021 to 29th January, 2021; IRAN
6" Keystone Virtual Live ESymposia On "Tuberculosis: Science Aimed At Ending The Epidemic"", (KEYSTONE SYMPOSIA), 2nd December, 2020 to 4th December, 2020; Centro de Artes e Convenções (UFOP) Ouro Preto, MG, Brazil
7" Scientific Workshop On "Good Clinical Laboratory Practice; A Panacea For Quality Health Care Delivery"", (Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria (AMLSN), Anambra State branch in partnership with Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN)), 30th November, 2019 to 30th November, 2019; AWKA, ANAMBRA STATE
8" Scientific Workshop On "The Laboratory External Quality Assurance"", (Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria (AMLSN), Anambra State branch in partnership with Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN)), 28th November, 2019 to 28th November, 2019; OGIDI, ANAMBRA STATE
9" Scientific Workshop On "Overview Of Laboratory Quality Management System"", (Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria (AMLSN), Anambra State branch in partnership with Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN)), 26th November, 2019 to 26th November, 2019; NNEWI, ANAMBRA STATE
10" Scientific Conference And Workshop On "The Role Of Laboratory Medicine In The Management Of Acute And Chronic Diseases"", (Bioscience Research Group in collaboration with Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria), 3rd July, 2018 to 3rd July, 2018; NNEWI, ANAMBRA STATE
11" Postgraduate Research Workshop", (School of postgraduate studies, Nnamdi Azikiwe University), 22nd January, 2018 to 25th January, 2018; College of Health Sciences, Auditorium, Nnewi Campus
12" Biotechnology Workshop On Molecular Diagnosis With Theme "Optimal Investigation Of Bioterrorism: A Challenge To Scientist In Laboratory Medicine And Biology"", (BIOTECHNOLOGY RESEARCH CENTRE, NAU AWKA), 29th October, 2017 to 5th November, 2017; AWKA, ANAMBRA STATE
13" Postgraduate Research Workshop", (School of postgraduate studies, Nnamdi Azikiwe University), 14th November, 2016 to 18th November, 2016; NNEWI, ANAMBRA STATE
14" Scientific Conference And Workshop On "Evolving Healthcare System In Sub-Saharan Africa: Prospects And Challenges"", (Bioscience Research Group in collaboration with Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria), 20th April, 2016 to 23rd April, 2016; AWKA, ANAMBRA STATE
15" Training On Advanced HIV Molecular Techniques", (Institute of Human Virology, Nigeria (IHVN) through the Strengthening Health Human Resources in Nigeria (SHaRING) USG PEPFAR funded project), 23rd November, 2015 to 27th November, 2015; NNEWI, ANAMBRA STATE
16" The Nigerian Universities Electronic Teaching And Learning Platform Workshop", (spectrum Engineering limited sponsored by TETFUND), 28th October, 2015 to 30th October, 2015; Resource Centre, Digital Library Nnamdi Azikiwe University Digital Library
17"Workshop On "Medical Laboratory Setting In An Era Of Multiple Choices"", (Bioscience Research Group), 7th August, 2015 to 8th August, 2015; ASABA, DELTA STATE
18" Google Scholars Application (GSAP) Training", (GOOGLE TEAM), 17th June, 2015 to 18th June, 2015; Nnamdi Azikiwe University Digital Library
19" High Profile Grant Oriented Proposal Writing And Research Management", (Ekwueme Centre for Multidiscipinary research (ECMR) Nnamdi Azikiwe University in collaboration with Centre for Health and Allied Legal and Demographical development research training (CHALADDRAT)), 26th May, 2015 to 27th May, 2015; AWKA, ANAMBRA STATE
20" Annual Workshop On Forensic Science And Criminal Justice", (Department of Criminal Justice and Forensic Sciences Albany state University USA, and Nebraska Institute of Forensic Sciences Inc. USA in collaboration with Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Nigeria), 8th July, 2014 to 10th July, 2014; AWKA, ANAMBRA STATE
21"Workshop On Diagnostic Challenges In Medical Laboratory Practice", ( Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria (AMLSN) Anambra State Chapter), 12th August, 2013 to 13th August, 2013; NNEWI, ANAMBRA STATE
22" American Society For Microbiology (ASM) Virtual Workshop On Scientific Writing And Publishing", (AMERICAN SOCIETY OF MICROBIOLOGY), 8th May, 2013 to 8th May, 2013; NNEWI, ANAMBRA STATE
23" Annual Scientific Conference And Annual General Meeting Of The Association Of Medical Laboratory Scientists Of Nigeria (AMLSN)", (Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria (AMLSN)), 12th September, 2011 to 16th September, 2011; MAKURDI, BENUE STATE