Dr. Idara Hanson Aniefiok
Dr. Idara Hanson Aniefiok is a LECTURER I in HISTORY AND INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Department, Faculty Of Arts in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
Idara C. Aniefiok-Ezemonye is a Lecturer I in the Department of History and International Studies, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State.
She is a scholar and a history researcher whose interest encompasses continuity and change in cultural history,urban history, social history and the socio-cultural dynamics of the Nigeria-Biafra War among the minorities of the Eastern Region as well as studies in mobility alternatives.
She has successfully defended her PhD Dissertation and awarded a doctorate in History at the University of Benin, Benin City, Edo State. Her PhD Dissertation bothered on the impacts of the Nigerian Civil War on the Ibibio People from 1967-1970.
She has her MA in Social and Political History and BA in History and International Studies respectively from Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.
She has been a member and secretary of various Departmental and Faculty Committees.
Personal Information
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Address: | History And International Studies, Faculty Of Arts, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF ARTS |
Department/Sub-Unit: | HISTORY AND INTERNATIONAL STUDIES |
Social Profiles
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
|---|---|
| 1 | University of Benin, Benin City, Edo State. (Doctor of Philosophy, September, 2023) November, 2017 to September, 2022 PhD In History |
| 2 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka Anambra State. (Master Degree, September, 2016) April, 2012 to September, 2016 M.A. Social And Political History |
| 3 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka Anambra State. (Bachelor Degree, July, 2010) October, 2006 to July, 2010 B.A. History And International Studies |
| 4 | Federal Government College, Nise, Anambra State. (SSCE, June, 2006) September, 2000 to June, 2006 |
| 5 | King's Academy, Aba, Abia State. (FSLC, October, 2000) September, 1998 to October, 2000 |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Journal Paper Reviewer, Professor Ezenwa Ohaeto Journal of Arts and Humanities (PREORCJAH) March, 2025 to Present |
| 2 | Member, Uzu Journal Editorial Board October, 2024 to Present |
| 3 | Associate Editor, Professor Ezenwa Ohaeto Journal of Arts and Humanities (PREORCJAH) August, 2024 to January, 2026 |
| 4 | Coordinator, Library Services, Department of History and International Studies March, 2024 to Present |
| 5 | Academic Adviser (CEP) 200Level, Department of History and International Studies March, 2024 to Present |
| 6 | Member, Postgraduate Committee, Department of History and International Studies March, 2024 to Present |
| 7 | Lecturer I, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka October, 2022 to May, 2025 |
| 8 | Lecturer II, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka October, 2018 to October, 2022 |
| 9 | Member, LOC Faculty of Arts Alumni and Friends Homecoming October, 2017 to October, 2018 |
| 10 | Coordinator, Special Duties, Department of History and International Studies October, 2016 to January, 2019 |
| 11 | Member, Educational and Result Services Committee in the Department of History and International Studies October, 2016 to January, 2019 |
| 12 | Assistant Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka September, 2016 to September, 2017 |
| 13 | Member, Sub-Committee on Media and Registration January, 2016 to March, 2019 |
| 14 | Member, Staff/Students Seminar Committee in the Department of History and International Studies January, 2016 to January, 2019 |
| 15 | Member, Faculty of Arts Project Committee October, 2015 to December, 2016 |
| 16 | Member, Accreditation Committee in the Department of History and International Studies January, 2014 to December, 2015 |
| 17 | Secretary, Faculty of Arts Sports Committee October, 2013 to April, 2019 |
| 18 | Graduate Assistant, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka December, 2012 to September, 2016 |
Creative Output
| Book Chapters | |
|---|---|
| 1 | Idara C. Aniefiok-Ezemonye. (2025, April) Inter-Group Relations in Pre-colonial Nigeria Shanahan University, pp 1-14 |
| 2 | Idara C. Aniefiok-Hanson. (2015, April) The Challenges of Historical Objectivity: History as a bridge between the Past and Present |
| 3 | Idara C. Aniefiok-Hanson. (2013, October) Challenges and Prospects of Nation Building in Nigeria |
| Journal Articles | |
| 1 | Idara C. Aniefiok-Ezemonye. (2025, March), "Assessment of the Nigerian Civil War in Ibibioland, 1967-1970", Global Journal of Arts and Social and Management Sciences, Sere Kunda, the Gambia, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 82-93 |
| 2 | Idara C. Aniefiok-Ezemonye, Chinyere Phillis Chikwendu. (2025, March), "Overcoming Stigma and Stereotypes: Challenges to Nnewi Women's Roles in Contemporary Politics", Dynamic Journal of Humanities, Social and Management Sciences: Richmond Indiana, USA, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 20 |
| 3 | Idara C. Aniefiok-Ezemonye. (2024, October), "Social Media and Mental Health Challenges Among Awka Young Adults, 2020-2024", IGWEBUIKE: An African Journal of Arts and Humanities, Vol. 10, (Issue 4), pp 95-104 |
| 4 | Idara C. Aniefiok-Ezemonye (nee Aniefiok-Hanson). (2024, March), "Post-Civil War Reconstruction in Eastern Ibibioland, Nigeria: An Appraisal", Ohazurume: Unizik Journal of Culture and Civilisation, Vol. 3, (Issue 2), pp 80-93 |
| 5 | Idara C. Aniefiok-Ezemonye. (2024, December), "Advancing the Development of Maritime Transportation in Akwa-Ibom State, 1987-2023", Journal of African Studies and Sustainable Development, Vol. 7, (Issue 5) |
| 6 | Idara C. Aniefiok-Ezemonye. (2024, December), "IPOB Agitation and its Implications for Anambra State Economy and Security Since 2015", Crowther Journal Arts and Humanities, Vol. 1, (Issue 5), pp 12 |
| 7 | Idara C. Aniefiok-Ezemonye (nee Aniefiok-Hanson). (2023, December), "An Appraisal of the Urban Status of Uyo as a Capital City, 1987-2012", Nigerian Journal of African Studies, Vol. 5, (Issue 1) |
| 8 | Idara C. Aniefiok-Ezemonye (nee Aniefiok-Hanson), Abuoma C. Agajelu. (2023, July), "The Activities of International Organisation For Migration in Nigeria: A Discourse", Nigerian Journal of Arts and Humanities, Vol. 3, (Issue 1) |
| 9 | Idara C. Aniefiok-Hanson. (2019, March), "The Challenges of Historical Objectivity: History as a bridge between the Past and Present", Nigerian Journals Online-Books/Festshrifts |
| 10 | Abuoma Agajelu, Idara C. Aniefiok-Hanson. (2018, October), "The International Monetary Fund and Senegal Relations from 1979-2004", Preorcjah, Vol. 3, (Issue 2) |
| 11 | Amaechi Alex Ugwuja, Idara C. Aniefiok-Hanson. (2017, September), "Please Stop this Carnage' Interrogating Governmental Responses to Small Arms Proliferation in Nigeria, 1970-2015", Igwebuike: An African Journal of Arts and Humanities, Vol. 3, (Issue 6) |
| 12 | Festus Onuegbu, Idara C. Aniefiok-Hanson. (2016, August), "The Role of the US and her Multinational Private Companies in the Nigeria-Biafra War: Beyond the Threshold of Neutrality", OGIRISI: A New Journal of African Studies, Vol. 12 |
| 13 | Festus Onuegbu, Idara C. Aniefiok-Hanson. (2016, September), "The Indigenisation of Nigeria's Economy: Appraising the Second and Third National Development Plans, 1970-1980", International Journal of Academic Studies, Vol. 2, (Issue 12) |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | Idara C. Aniefiok-Ezemonye. (2024, October), "Advancing the Development of Maritime Transportation in Akwa-Ibom State, 1987-2023", , Vol. 69 |
| 2 | Idara C. Aniefiok-Ezemonye. (2024, June), "Modernity and Identity Preservation: The Ila Oso Festival in Perspective", The Lagos Studies Association Conference, Vol. 8 |
| 3 | Festus Onuegbu, Aniefiok Idara Hanson. (2016, October), "The Indigenisation of Nigeria's Economy: Appraising the Second and Third National Development Plans, 1967-1970", |
| 4 | Festus Onuegbu, Idara C. Aniefiok-Hanson. (2015, April), "Globalisation and Poverty Trap in Africa: A Theoretical Approach", |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Grants | |
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| 1 | Awardee: "Academic Staff Training and Development" (November, 2018 to November, 2021). Completed sponsored grant by Tertiary Education Trust Fund |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Member, "Faculty of Arts Alumni and Friends Homecoming" (October, 2018 to October, 2018) |
| 2 | Member, "Faculty of Arts Project Committee" (September, 2016 to January, 2019) |
| 3 | Secretary, "Federal Government College, Nise Old Students Association 2006 Set" (December, 2016) |
| 4 | Secretary, "Faculty of Arts Sports Committee" (October, 2015) |
| 5 | Member, "Girls Guild Nigeria" (January, 2015) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "Historical Society of Nigeria (HSN)" (member since 2016), https://www.historicalsocietynigeria.org.ng |
| 2 | Full Member, "Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU)" (member since 2013), https://asuu.org.ng |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
|---|---|
| 1 | "The Historical Society of Nigeria 69th Conference", (The Historical Society of Nigeria), 6th October, 2024 to 9th October, 2024; Bayelsa, Yenagoa |
| 2 | "2024 Lagos Studies Association (LSA) Conference", (The Lagos Studies Association), 25th June, 2024 to 29th June, 2024; University of Lagos, Lagos State State |
| 3 | "Divine Commonwealth Conference (DIVCCON)", (Anglican Communion), 11th November, 2019 to 15th November, 2019; National Christian Centre, Abuja |
| 4 | "64th Historical Society of Nigeria (HSN) Annual Conference", (Historical Society of Nigeria), 6th October, 2019 to 6th October, 2019; Nelrose Hotel, Asaba, Delta State |
| 5 | "Global Anglican Future Conference (GAFCON)", (World Anglican Communion), 12th June, 2018 to 25th June, 2018; Jerusalem |
| 6 | "Historical Society of Nigeria (HSN) 61st Annual Conference", (Historical Society of Nigeria), 9th October, 2016 to 13th October, 2016; University of Port-Harcourt, Rivers State |
| 7 | "2016 Annual International Faculty of Arts Conference", (Faculty of Arts, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 4th May, 2016 to 7th May, 2016; Faculty of Arts Board Room, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 8 | "Academic and Cultural Exchange Programme", (Nnamdi Azikiwe University and Xiamen University, China), 25th September, 2015 to 9th October, 2015; The Southern Base of Confucius Institute Headquarters, Xiamen University, China |
| 9 | "All Universities Staff Games", (Nigerian Universities), 8th August, 2014 to 15th August, 2014; University of Benin, Benin City, Edo State |
| 10 | "2014 Annual International Faculty of Arts Conference", (Faculty of Arts, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 14th May, 2014 to 17th May, 2014; Faculty of Arts Board Room, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 11 | "2013 Faculty of Arts Annual International Conference", (Faculty of Arts, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 1st May, 2013 to 4th May, 2013; Faculty of Arts Board Room, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "Academic Writing and Research for Early-Career Humanities Researchers", (Federal University, Oye-Ekiti and StellenBosch Institute for Advanced Study, South Africa), 3rd June, 2025 to 6th June, 2025; Federal University, Oye-Ekiti |
| 2 | "Academic and Cultural Exchange Programme", (Nnamdi Azikiwe University and Xiamen University, China), 24th September, 2015 to 10th October, 2015; China |