Dr. Chima Ernest Orji
Dr. Chima Ernest Orji is a LECTURER I in PHARMACOLOGY AND TOXICOLOGY Department, Faculty Of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
I am a staff(Academic) of Nnamdi Azikiwe University working in the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences of the Department of Pharmacology & Toxicology. Currently, i hold a position as the head of department.
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Address: | Pharmacology And Toxicology, Faculty Of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES |
Department/Sub-Unit: | PHARMACOLOGY AND TOXICOLOGY |
Social Profiles
Interest Areas
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | Abia State University,Uturu. (Doctor of Philosophy, June, 2023) July, 2016 to May, 2023 Ph.D Toxicology |
| 2 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University. (Master Degree, December, 2022) October, 2016 to November, 2022 M.Pharm Clinical Pharmacology |
| 3 | Nnamdi Azikiwe Unizik,Awka. (Master Degree, February, 2015) October, 2013 to February, 2015 M.For.Sci. Forensic Toxicology |
| 4 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University,Awka. (Bachelor Degree, August, 2012) July, 2007 to August, 2012 Bachelor Of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) Pharmacy |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | PG Supervisor, Nnamdi Azikiwe University,Awka(School of Post-graduate Studies) September, 2023 to Present |
| 2 | Senate Representative, Nnamdi Azikiwe University September, 2023 to Present |
| 3 | Editor, The Bioscientist Journal", ISSN: Online, 2630-7111; Print, 2630-7103, Faculty of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University July, 2023 to Present |
| 4 | Public Relation Officer, National Association of Pharmacists in Academia(NAPA),Unizik Chapter April, 2021 to December, 2022 |
| 5 | Examination Officer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University April, 2019 to February, 2024 |
| 6 | Lecturer, Dr.John Adah College Of Health Sciences & Tech., Benue State. January, 2019 to September, 2019 |
| 7 | Superintendent Pharmacist, Allday Pharmacy Limited , Rivers State. January, 2016 to December, 2018 |
| 8 | Superintendent Pharmacist, Mirror Pharmaceuticals Limited , Anambra State April, 2015 to October, 2015 |
| 9 | Intern Pharmacist, • Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka-Anambra State September, 2012 to August, 2013 |
| 10 | Industrial Training -Work at all the units on rotation, University Of Benin Teaching Hospital , Edo State,Nigeria June, 2010 to September, 2010 |
Creative Output
| Journal Articles | |
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| 1 | Madeleine I Ezeh, Onyinyechi E Okonkwo, Innocent N Okpoli, Chima E Orji, Benjamin U Modozie, Augustine C Onyema, Fortunatus C Ezebuo. (2022, September), "Chemoinformatic Design and Profiling of Derivatives of Dasabuvir, Efavirenz, and Tipranavir as Potential Inhibitors of Zika Virus RNADependent RNA Polymerase and Methyltransferase", American Chemical Society |
| 2 | Ernest C.Orji, Rose Asomugha, Chinenye M. Elendu and Jude N. Okoyeh*. (2022, October), "HISTOPATHOLOGICAL STUDY ON ABUSIVE EFFECTS OF COADMINISTRATION OF TRAMADOL AND LACASERA®: EXTRAPOLATION OF COMBINATION EFFECTS ON HUMAN STOMACH, LIVER, AND KIDNEY USING WISTAR RATS", World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research, Vol. 11, (Issue 15), pp 1157-1176 |
| 3 | Victoria Nonyelum Umeh, Peter Achunike Akah, Jude Nnaemeka Okoyeh*, Chima Ernest Orji. (2021, November), "Ulcer-Healing Effects of Persea Americana (Avocado) Seeds", WORLD JOURNAL OF PHARMACY AND PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES, Vol. 10, (Issue 12), pp 48-64 |
| 4 | Bruce S. O.*, Okoye C. L., Orji C. E., Ezeonyi E. I. and Ezewudo E. M.. (2021, October), "Pharmacognostic, Phytochemical and Antiulcer Properties of Ethanol Crude Extract and Fractions of The Leaves of Picralima Nitida Durand and Hook (Apocynaceae)", World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research, Vol. 11, (Issue 1), pp 20-40 |
| 5 | S. O. Bruce, V. O. Onyemailu, C. E. Orji. (2021, June), "Evaluation Of The Antiulcer Activity And Gc-Ms Spectroscopic Analysis Of The Crude Ethanolic Extract Of Peuraria Phaseoloide Leaf (Roxb) Benth. (Fabaceae)", World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research |
| 6 | Orji, C. E.; Uzochukwu, I.C.; Ihekwereme, C.P. and Okoyeh, J.N. (2021, February), "Comparative Analysis Of Lead In Rats Organs Using FAAS And XRF: Insight On Suitable Equipment In Forensic Investigation Of Heavy Metal Poisoning In Humans", Journal of Chemical, Biological and Physical Sciences, Vol. 11, (Issue 2), pp 221-232., Available online atwww.jcbsc.org |
| 7 | 1 Ihekwereme C. P., 2 *Bruce S. O., 1Orji C. E., 2 Ibe C. I. and 3 Iloh E. S.. (2020, July), "Aqueous Extracts Of Ocimumgratissimum And Anacardium Occidentale Synergises In Anti-Diarrhoeal Property", International Journal of Modern Pharmaceutical Research |
| 8 | Chima Ernest Orji1 , Chinaza Kindness Okpoko1 , Chukwuemeka Amechi Agbata1 , Jude Nnaemeka Okoyeh1,2*, Anthony Chimezie Okeke1 , Chibueze Peter Ihekwe. (2020, March), "Evaluation Of The Effect Of Luteolin On The Hepatic And Hematopoietic Systems In Albino Rats.", Journal of Clinical Toxicology |
| 9 | . Eze UIH, Ogbonna BO, Anetoh MU, Orji CE, Onwuchuluba EE, Soni J and Akonoghrere RO. (2019, July), "Assessment Of Pharmaceutical Care Versus Traditional Pharmacy Practice In Ogun State Nigeria: Tracking System Dynamics", EC Pharmacology and Toxicology |
| 10 | Ogbonna BO, Obiorah P, Ele GN, Uzodinma SU, Iweh MI, Oformata PC, Ejim CE and Orji CE. (2019, May), "Evaluation Of The Utilization Of Parenteral Preparations For Fluid, Electrolyte And Nutrition Management In Two Tertiary Hospitals In Southeast Nigeria.", Biomedical Journal of Scientific& Technical research |
| 11 | Irogbeyi Longinus Amarachi*, Nweke Ifeoma Nneka1, Akuodor Godwin Christian, Orji Chima Ernest, Ekenjoku John Azubuike, Ezejiofor, Tobias Innocent Ndub. (2019, October), "Assessment Of Health Risk Of Bromate In Ozonised Bottled And Sachet Water In Aba Metropolis, South Eastern Nigeria.", Saudi Journal of Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences |
| 12 | Ogbonna BO, Obi CF, Ejim CE, Isiboge PD, Soni JS, Orji C E, Nduka SO, Nduka JI, Ohiaeri IG, Uzodinma SU, Iweh MI1, Ofomata CJ1, Isidienu CP, Eze UIH, . (2019, August), "Utilization Of Antibiotics Among Pregnant Women In Two Hospitals In Southeast Nigeria: A Pharmacoepidemiological Survey", EC Pharmacology and Toxicology, Vol. 7, (Issue 9), pp 981-989 |
| 13 | Aneke, F.A., Chukwura ,D.E.I., Ogbonna, B.O., Ajagu ,N., Uzodinma , S.U., Epundu ,U.U., Onyeyili, A & Orji ,C.E. (2018, April), "Strengthening Tuberculosis Prevention And Control In Nigeria: Exploring Integrated Approach.", Crimson Publishers |
| 14 | Uzochukwu IC1*, Olubiyi OO2, Ezebuo FC1, Obinwa IC1, Ajaegbu EE1, Eze PM1, Orji CE1, Onuoha MC3, Ejiofor II1 and Ikegbunam MN1. (2016, December), "Ending The Ebola Virus Scourge: A Case For Natural Products", Open Access Journal of Pharmaceutical Research |
| 15 | Ogbonna Brian O., Orji Chima E, Ejim Chukwuka E, Ikebudu Chiadichiem C, Uzodinma Samuel U. (2015, December), "Pharmaceutical Care And Community Pharmacy Practice In Nigeria; Grappling With The Frontier.", European Journal of Pharmaceutical and Medical Research |
| 16 | Ogbonna Brian O., Ejim Chukwuka E , Uzodinma Samuel U, Ikebudu Chiadichiem, Orji Chima E and Oparah Azuka. (2015, April), "Do Clinicians Set Glycemic Targets In The Management Of Type II Diabetic Patients: An Appraisal Of Two Tertiary Hospitals In South Eastern Nigeria", World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research |
| 17 | Ogbonna Brian O, Ezenduka Charles , Nduka Sunday O, Uzodinma Samuel ,Orji Chima Ernest and Oparah Azuka C. (2015, February), "Pharmaceutical Care Interventions In Type 2 Diabetes In Two Tertiary Health Care Facilities In South Eastern Nigeria.", World Journal Of Pharmacy And Pharmaceutical Sciences |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | Ernest C. Orji and Chibueze P. Ihekwereme,. (2024, April), "Effects of Off-Label Use of Tramadol-Lacasera® Combination on Biochemical Parameters: Electrolytes, Kidney, and Liver Function Parameters in Humans Using Wistar Rats.", |
| 2 | Orji C.E, Ofomata M.C,Asomugha R.N,Ihekwere C.P. (2023, July), "Forensic Investigation of Co-administration of Tramadol and Lacasera@ Soft Drink: Effects on Haematological, Biochemical Indices, and Selected Organs Using Wistar Rats", |
| 3 | *Orji C. Ernest, 2Bruce S. Omokhefe, Orji U. Harrison, and Nweke I. Nneka.. (2022, August), "Evaluation of Toxicological Effects of Two Major Types of Potash (Evaporites) Commonly Used as Food Additives and Excipients in Nigeria Using Wistar Albino Rats.", , pp 18 |
| 4 | Orji C. Ernest, Uzodinma U. Samuel, Ofomata M.Chijioke and Obasi J.Chekwube. (2022, August), "Co-administration of Graded Doses of Tramadol Dissolved in Lacasera® Soft Drink: Effects on Haematological, Biochemical Indices, and Selected Organs in Wistar Rats.", , pp 17 |
| 5 | .*Orji C. Ernest, Uzodinma U. Samuel, Ofomata M.Chijioke and Obasi J.Chekwube. (2022, August), "Co-administration of Graded Doses of Tramadol Dissolved in Lacasera® Soft Drink: Effects on Haematological, Biochemical Indices, and Selected Organs in Wistar Rats.", , pp 17 |
| 6 | Orji*, C. E. and Uzochukwu, I. C.. (2019, February), "Comparative Analysis Of Lead In Rats Using FAAS And XRF: A Template For Suitable Equipment In Forensic Detection Of Heavy Metal Poison In Human.", Society for Forensic and Analytical Scientists Nigeria (SFASN), pp 30, SFASN/2019/LA/009. |
| 7 | Ugochukwu, J. I, Osonwa, U. E, *Orji, C.E and Esimone, C.O. (2016, February), "Enhancement Of In Vitro Antibacterial Activity Of Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride By Complexation With X-Cholate.", African Centre of Excellence in Phytomedicine Research & Development (ACEPRD ), pp 28 |
| 8 | Orji, C.E, Onyegbule, F.A, Umeokoli, P.M and Okafor, U.G. (2016, February), "Evaluation Of Standardization Of Six Liquid Herbal Preparations Marketed In Anambra State, Nigeria", African Centre of Excellence in Phytomedicine Research & Development (ACEPRD ), pp 27 |
| 9 | Orji, C.E and Uzochukwu ,I. C. (2016, February), "Post-Mortem Detection And Comparative Analysis Of Lead In Rats.", African Centre of Excellence in Phytomedicine Research & Development (ACEPRD ), pp 18 |
| 10 | Uzochukwu Ikemefuna C., Olubiyi, Olujide O., Ezebuo, Fortunatus C., Obinwa, Ifeyinwa C., Ajaegbu, Eze E., Eze, Peter M., Orji, Chima E.,Onuoha, Maxwel. (2015, May), "In Silico Determination Of The Binding Affinities Of Ethnomedicinal Antiviral Compounds Against Five Ebola Viral Proteins.", A Conference Paper Presented at the 5th General Assembly and National Conference of the Nigerian Young Academy Held at Federal University Of Technolog, pp 67 |
| 11 | Uzochukwu Ikemefuna C., Olubiyi, Olujide O., Ezebuo, Fortunatus C., Obinwa, Ifeyinwa C., Ajaegbu, Eze E., Eze, Peter M., Orji, Chima E. ,Onuoha, Maxw. (2015, October), "Drug Repurposing For Ebola: In Silico Determination Of Binding Affinities Against Five Viral Proteins", UNESCO-Merck Serono Africa Research Summit (MARS) |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Accreditation Panel Memberships | |
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| 1 | Secretary, "Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences Accreditation Committee/Pharmacists Council of Nigeria(PCN)" (October, 2023) |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Head of Department, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (January, 2024) |
| 2 | Editor, a member of the editorial board, "The Bioscientist Journal", ISSN: Online, 2630-7111; Print, 2630-7103, Faculty of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University" (July, 2023) |
| 3 | Postgraduate Supervisor/Teacher, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (September, 2023) |
| 4 | Senate Representative to Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (September, 2023) |
| 5 | Dual Appointment Position(To Forensic Department & Pharmacology/Toxicology, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University,Awka" (August, 2023) |
| 6 | Supervising Presiding Officer(SPO), "Independent Electoral Commission" (February, 2023 to March, 2023) |
| 7 | Public Relation Officer, "National Association of Pharmacists in Academia(NAPA)" (April, 2021) |
| 8 | Member, Quality Assurance/Health & Health Safety Committee, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University ,Awka" (April, 2021) |
| 9 | 1. Faculty Rep., Covid-19 Monitoring Team, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University,Awka" (April, 2021) |
| 10 | Faculty Rep/Member, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (March, 2019) |
| 11 | Examination Officer, "Department of Pharmacology & Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (April, 2019) |
| 12 | Member, Examination Misconduct Committee, "Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (May, 2019) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Fellow Member, "Institute of Policy Management & Development (IPMD)" (member since 2021), http://www.ipmd.ng |
Relevant Events Attended
| Workshops | |
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| 1 | "Environmental Standards Executive Training", (FUTO), 28th November, 2023 to 2nd December, 2023; On-site(Nnamdi Azikiwe University,Awka |
| 2 | "Quality Assurance Training", (NAU Quality Assurance Director), 18th October, 2023 to 18th October, 2023; Faculty of Agricultural Science |
| 3 | "Workshop/Training on Animal Handling in Research and Ethical Issues", (Animal Research Ethics Committee (AREC),NAU), 7th February, 2023 to 7th February, 2023; Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences,Agulu |
| 4 | "Patient Assessment & Drug Administration Techniques in Pharmaceutical Care", (West African Post-graduate College of Pharmacists), 14th September, 2020 to 14th September, 2020; Yaba-Lagos |
| Webinar | |
| 1 | "Grant Writing", (BVGH BIO Ventures for Global Health Biotechnology), 13th November, 2023 to 5th February, 2024; Online |
| Other Events | |
| 1 | "Hands-on-Training(2):Hands-on Training On Creation And Administration Of Google Form Data Collection In Digital Age Research", (IVORY TOWER ANALYTICS SERVICES), 2nd September, 2021 to 3rd September, 2021; Faculty of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University |
| 2 | "Hands-on Training(1):Data Analysis Training Using STATA Software And Microsoft Excel", (FLOURISH DATA ANALYTICS SCHOOL), 12th July, 2021 to 16th July, 2021; Faculty of Biosciences,Nnamdi Azikiwe University,Awka |
| 3 | "Workshop(7):In Vivo Preclinical Imaging And Drug Discovery.", (Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research & Education in Cancer Kharghar), 7th December, 2020 to 10th December, 2020; Navi Mumbai,India |
| 4 | "Workshop (6):Design And Implementation Of Cluster Randomized Trial For Evaluating Health Care Interventions( Experience Of ARA Trial)", (Grant Management and Maintenance Office, Nnamdi Azikiwe University in collaboration with ARA Trial Investigators), 8th October, 2020 to 9th October, 2020; De Santos Hotel,Awka |
| 5 | "Orji*, C. E. And Uzochukwu, I. C.(2019). Comparative Analysis Of Lead In Rats Using FAAS And XRF: A Template For Suitable Equipment In Forensic Detection Of Heavy Metal Poison In Human.", (Society for Forensic and Analytical Scientists Nigeria (SFASN)), 11th November, 2019 to 14th November, 2019; University of Lagos |
| 6 | "Conference/Workshop:• DrosAfrica-ICGEB African Society Of Drosophilists ASD Workshop On Drosophila Melanogaster In Biomedical Research & First Scientific Conference Of African Society Of Drosophilists.", (African Society of Drosophilists (ASD)), 17th September, 2019 to 19th September, 2019; University of Ibadan. |
| 7 | "Ugochukwu, J. I, Osonwa, U. E, *Orji, C.E And Esimone, C.O(2016). Enhancement Of In Vitro Antibacterial Activity Of Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride By Complexation With X-Cholate.", (African Centre of Excellence in Phytomedicine Research & Development (ACEPRD)), 22nd February, 2016 to 26th February, 2016; University of Jos, Plateau State |
| 8 | "Orji, C.E And Uzochukwu ,I. C (2016). Post-Mortem Detection And Comparative Analysis Of Lead In Rats", (African Centre of Excellence in Phytomedicine Research & Development (ACEPRD )), 22nd February, 2016 to 26th February, 2016; University of Jos,Plateau State |
| 9 | "Uzochukwu Ikemefuna C., Olubiyi, Olujide O., Ezebuo, Fortunatus C., Obinwa, Ifeyinwa C., Ajaegbu, Eze E., Eze, Peter M., Orji, Chima E. ,Onuoha, Maxwell C., Ejiofor, Innocent Mary I. & 1Ikegbunam, Moses N (2015).Drug Repurposing For Ebola: In Silico ", (UNESCO-Merck Serono Africa Research Summit (MARS)), 19th October, 2015 to 20th October, 2015; Geneva, Switzerland |
| 10 | "Uzochukwu Ikemefuna C., Olubiyi, Olujide O., Ezebuo, Fortunatus C., Obinwa, Ifeyinwa C., Ajaegbu, Eze E., Eze, Peter M., Orji, Chima E.,Onuoha, Maxwell C., Ejiofor, Innocent Mary I. And Ikegbunam, Moses N (2015) .In Silico Determination Of The Binding Aff", (Federal University of Technology), 18th May, 2015 to 21st May, 2015; Minna ,Nigeria |
| 11 | "Workshop(3):Annual Forensic Science & Criminal Justice Symposium", (Society for Forensic and Analytical Scientists Nigeria (SFASN)), 8th July, 2014 to 10th July, 2014; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria |
| 12 | "Workshop(2):Bioinformatics Workshop On Molecular Docking And Drug Design", (Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences), 7th April, 2014 to 7th April, 2014; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 13 | "Workshop(4):Bioinformatics Workshop On Sequence Analysis Held At Faculty Of Pharmaceutical Sciences", (Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences), 28th March, 2014 to 28th March, 2014; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 14 | "Workshop(1) Crime Scene Analysis & Reconstruction & Medico-Legal Death Investigation", (Organised by Society for Forensic and Analytical Scientists Nigeria (SFASN)), 19th August, 2013 to 23rd August, 2013; University of Lagos, Akoka, Nigeria |
| 15 | "Workshop(5):Introduction To Bioinformatics And Biological Databases", (Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences), 15th February, 2013 to 15th February, 2013; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |