Dr. Uzozie Chikere Ofoego
Dr. Uzozie Chikere Ofoego is a READER in ANATOMY Department, Faculty Of Basic Medical Sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
I am an academic staff of the Department of Anatomy, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus.
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Address: | Anatomy, Faculty Of Basic Medical Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES |
Department/Sub-Unit: | ANATOMY |
Social Profiles
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | ABIA STATE UNIVERSITY. (Doctor of Philosophy, January, 2017) June, 2012 to December, 2016 ANATOMY |
| 2 | USMAN DANFODIYO UNIVERSITY, SOKOTO. (Post-Graduate Degree, April, 2013) March, 2011 to July, 2012 Education |
| 3 | ABIA STATE UNIVERSITY. (Master Degree, March, 2010) March, 2008 to February, 2010 ANATOMY |
| 4 | University of Port Harcourt. (Bachelor Degree, December, 2004) December, 1999 to December, 2004 BSc ANATOMY |
| 5 | Saint Augustines Grammar School Nkwerre, Imo Stae. (GCE, March, 1999) November, 1998 to December, 1998 SSCE |
| 6 | Saint Augustines Grammar School Nkwerre, Imo Stae. (SSCE, June, 1997) June, 2004 to June, 1997 WAEC |
| 7 | DUNARI PRIMARY SCHOOL, MALLAM MADORI, KANO STATE. (FSLC, January, 1991) February, 1985 to August, 1990 FSLS |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Head of Department, Anatomy Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University May, 2023 to Present |
| 2 | Hall Warden, C.C. Hostel Okofia, Top floor B Wing, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State. April, 2021 to April, 2023 |
| 3 | Member, Benefactors' Drive Committee, College of Health Sciences., Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State. April, 2021 to Present |
| 4 | Faculty Exams Officer, Department of Anatomy, Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus. February, 2021 to Present |
| 5 | Chairman Committee on Histology Manual Production, Department of Anatomy, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State. February, 2020 to February, 2021 |
| 6 | Chairman Research Group Committee, Department of Anatomy, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State. February, 2020 to Present |
| 7 | Chairman, Departmental Practical Evaluation Committee, Department of Anatomy, Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus. February, 2020 to Present |
| 8 | Chairman, Curriculum Review Committee, Department of Anatomy, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State. February, 2020 to April, 2021 |
| 9 | Postgraduate Co-Coordinator, Department of Anatomy, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State. October, 2019 to Present |
| 10 | Collation Officer, Independent Ntional Electoral Commission, Federal Republic of Nigeria March, 2019 to March, 2019 |
| 11 | Collation Officer, Independent Ntional Electoral Commission, Federal Republic of Nigeria February, 2019 to February, 2019 |
| 12 | Member, Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences Examination Malpractice Panel, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State. August, 2017 to Present |
| 13 | Postgraduate Supervisor, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State. June, 2017 to Present |
| 14 | Senior Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State. June, 2013 to Present |
| 15 | Assistant Lecturer, Anambra State University, Uli July, 2012 to June, 2013 |
| 16 | Assistant Lecturer, Madonna University, Okija, Anambra State May, 2010 to July, 2012 |
Creative Output
| Journal Articles | |
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| 1 | Chikodili Adolphus Mbah, Eric Omo Irinmwinuwa, Ofoego Uzozie, Emmanuel Chigemezu Metu, Emmanuel Ugochukwu Egba, Raymond Emiakpo Opute. (2022, November), "Testicular effect of Dr. Aladdin's seven keys herbal mixture in male Wistar rats", World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, Vol. 16, (Issue 3), pp 589-599 |
| 2 | Ohalete Uzoma Onyedikachi, Ofoego Uzozie Chikere, Akukwu Darlington Cyprian. (2022, December), "EFFECT OF CYPROHEPTADINE ON THE TESTIS AND SERA LEVELS OF TESTOSTERONE AND FOLLICLE STIMULATING HORMONES IN ADULT MALE WISTAR RATS", World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research, Vol. 11, (Issue 6), pp 2204-2215 |
| 3 | Jude-Kennedy Emejulu, Ukoha Ukoha, Damian Ezejindu, Lasbrey A. Asomugha, Uzozie C. Ofoego. (2022, July), "Incidence of Undetected Spina Bifida Oculta in Patients Presenting for Other Neurosurgical Conditions in The Emergency Room of a Tertiary Health Facility", Orient Journal of Medicine, Vol. 34, (Issue 1), pp 35-42 |
| 4 | Acharaike Chidimma A, Ezejindu Damian N., Ofoego Uzozie C.. (2022, October), "Comparative Study Of The Effects Of Vernonia Amygdalina And Moringa Oleifera On The Hippocampal Oxidative Enzymes Of Diabetic Wistar Rats", International Journal of Innovative Research and Advanced Studies (IJIRAS), Vol. 9, (Issue 10), pp 60-65 |
| 5 | Nnamani Onyinye Esther, Ukoha Ukoha, Ofoego U.C.. (2022, November), "Effect of Citrullus Lunatus (Watermelon) on Semen and Testis Against Acetaminophen Induced Toxicity in Wistar Rats", International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology, Vol. 7, (Issue -11), pp 1121-1128 |
| 6 | Chijioke U. Eze, Ofoego Uzozie. (2022, October), "EFFECTS OF WATER MELON RIND EXTRACT AGAINST POTASSIUM BROMATE INDUCED DAMAGE ON THE LIVER AND HAEMATOLOGICAL PARAMETERS OF ADULT WISTAR RATS", WORLD JOURNAL OF PHARMACEUTICAL AND MEDICAL RESEARCH, Vol. -8, (Issue -11), pp 25-32 |
| 7 | Uzozie Chikere Ofoego, Ejike Daniel Eze, Elizabeth Obioma Nweke, Ifechukwu Justicia Obiesie, Ikechukwu Smart Mbagwu, Okafor Emeka Christian, Rabiu Mo. (2021, January), "Allium Cepa (Onion) Extract Enhances And Protects Testicular Function And Architecture Against Paraquat Induced Oxidative Damage", International Journal of Life science and Pharma Research, Vol. 11, (Issue 1), pp 194-203 |
| 8 | Uzozie Chikere Ofoego, Ejike Daniel Eze, Elizabeth Obioma Nweke, Enemuo Chidili Ijeoma, Christopher Gloria Ukamaka, Karimah Mohammed Rabiu, Iliya Ezekiel. (2021, June), "Ethanolic Seed Extract of Aframomum Melegueta Protects and Preserves the Funtions and Microarchitecture of the Ovary of Adult Female Wistar Rats Against Praquat Induced Toxicity", International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research, Vol. -2, (Issue -6), pp 3134-3142 |
| 9 | Ofoego Uzozie Chikere, Mbagwu Smart Ikechukwu, Ekwujuru Ezinne Uchechi, Obiesie Ifechukwu Justicia, Madu Chiamaka Promise, Ofoego Amarachukwu Ndubuis. (2020, August), "Maydis Stigma (Corn Silk) Extract Protects The Functionality And Histoarchitecture Of The Testis Against Paraquat Induced Toxicity", International Journal of Agriculture and Biological Sciences, Vol. 15, (Issue 4), pp 111-122 |
| 10 | Ofoego Uzozie Chikere, Ekwujuru Ezinne Uchechi, Ireka Michael Ikenna. Ofoego Amarachukwu Ndubuisi. (2020, April), "AMELIORATIVE EFFECT OF AFRAMOMUM MELEGUETA (ALLIGATOR PEPPER) AGAINST PARAQUAT INDUCED TESTICULAR DAMAGE", World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research, Vol. 9, (Issue 5), pp 2105-2124 |
| 11 | Uzozie Chikere Ofoego, Elizabeth Obioma Nweke, Ogbonna Mishael Nzube. (2019, February), "Ameliorative Effect Of Ethanolic Extract Of Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Pulp On Alloxan Induced Kidney Toxicity In Male Adult Wistar Rats", Journal of Natural Sciences Research, Vol. 9, (Issue 4), pp 12-22 |
| 12 | Uzozie Chikere Ofoego, Elizabeth Obioma Nweke, Orji Chioma Bernadine. (2019, February), "CO-ADMINISTRATION OF CYCLOPHOSPHAMIDE AND ETHANOLIC SEED EXTRACT OF TELFAIRIA OCCIDENTALIS (PUMPKIN) PROTECTS TESTICULAR FUNCTIONS IN ADULT MALE ALBINO WISTAR RATS", World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research, Vol. 8, (Issue 3), pp 325-342 |
| 13 | Uzozie Chikere Ofoego, Agnes Nwakanma, Ezinne Uchechi Ekwujuru, Elizabeth Obioma Nweke. (2018, February), "Effect Of Ethanolic Leaf Extract Of Sida Corymbosa (Wire Weed) On Alloxan Induced Pancreatic Damage In Adult Male Wistar Rats", Journal of Natural Sciences Research, Vol. 8, (Issue 10), pp 54-66 |
| 14 | Uzozie Chikere Ofoego, Ezinne Uchechi Ekwujuru, Agnes Nwakanma, Ikechukwu Smart Mbagwu, Elizabeth Obioma Nweke, Chike Ikechukwu Patrick Anibeze. (2018, January), "Protective And Ameliorating Effects Of Methanolic Seed Extract Of Mucuna Pruriens On Paraquat Induced Testicular Damage", Advances in Life Science and Technology, Vol. 53, pp 8-16 |
| 15 | Uzozie Ofoego, Obichi Nwachukwu, Ezinne Ekwujuru, Smart Mbagwu, Agnes Nwakanma, Obioma Nweke, Amarachukwu Ofoego. (2017, February), "Ethanolic Seed Extract Of Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Protects The Testis From Azadirachta Indica (Neem) Induced Damage", Journal of Natural Sciences Research, Vol. 7, (Issue 24), pp 120-131 |
| 16 | Akingboye AJ, Ezejindu DN, Udemezue OO, Chukwujekwu IE, Anyabolu AE, Ofoego UC, Ogueche PN, Uchefuna RC, Obaji NN, Ezejindu CN, Ndukwe GU, Ezejiofor O. (2015, June), "The Effect Of Ethanolic Extract Of Garcinia Kola On The Spleen Of Adult Wistar Rats", Advances in Life Science and Technology, Vol. 29, pp 106-111 |
| 17 | Akingboye AJ, Ezejindu DN, Udemezue OO, Chukwujekwu IE, Anyabolu AE, Ofoego UC, Ogueche PN, Uchefuna RC, Obaji NN, Ezejindu CN, Ndukwe GU, Enemuo EH. (2015, January), "The Effects Of Ethanolic Extract Of Garcinia Kola On The Testes Of Male Adult Wistar Rats", Journal of Natural Sciences Research, Vol. 5, (Issue 3), pp 184-189 |
| 18 | Ofoego Uzozie Chikere, Fatima Lami Liman, Ezejindu Damian Nnabuihe, Ekwujuru Ezinne Uchechi, Akudike Chijioke Jesse. (2015, May), "The Effects Of Methanolic Extract Of Syzygium Aromaticum (Clove Bud) On The Histology Of Testis In Adult Male Wistar Rats", Journal of Natural Sciences Research, Vol. 5, (Issue 12), pp 1-6 |
| 19 | Ofoego Uzozie Chikere, Olewuike Chinonso Gloria, Ezejindu Damian Nnabuihe, Ekwujuru Ezinne Uchechi, Akudike Chijioke Jesse. (2015, July), "The Effect Of Ethanolic Extract Of Garcinia Kola On The Sperm Parameters And Histology Of The Testis Of Male Wistar Rats", Advances in Life Science and Technology, Vol. 33, pp 18-25 |
| 20 | Smart I. Mbagwu, Okwudili O. Udemezue, Uzozie C. Ofoego, Promise E. Ikhine. (2015, November), "Histological Study On The Anterior Pituitary Gland Of Monosodium Glutamate-Administered Adult Male Wistar Rats", Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research, Vol. -12, (Issue -9), pp 1-7 |
| 21 | Ukoha U. Ukoha; Kosisochukwu E. Umeasalugo, Joseph I. Okafor, Obioma C. Ejimofor, Henry C. Nzeakor, Uzozie C. Ofoego, Christian U. Oparaugo. (2014, June), "Relationship Between Body Mass Index And Knee Alignment Using Non-Radiographic / Umbilical Method", National Journal of Integrated Research In Medicine, Vol. 5, (Issue 3), pp 33-36 |
| 22 | Agbai E. O, Ofoego U. C, Nwanegwo O.C, Nwodo F.N. (2013, March), "CO-ADMINISTRATION OF AQUEOUS EXTRACT OF COLA NITIDA (KOLA NUT) AND GARCINIA KOLA (BITTER KOLA) ALTER SOME REPRODUCTIVE HORMONES AT DIFFERENT PHASES OF THE OESTROUS CYCLE IN ADULT FEMALE ALBINO WISTAR RATS", Journal of Medical and Biological Sciences, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 88-97 |
| 23 | Onyeka C. Anna, Fabunmi O. Oladapo, Aligwekwe A. Ugochukwu, Ofoego U. Chikere, Leko Bankole, Anthony O. Anthony. (2013, April), "Ethanolic Leaf Extract Of Chrysophyllum Albidum On Sperm Analysis, Hormonal Profile, SOD And Testicular Histology Of Adult Male Wistar Rats", AGRICULTURE AND BIOLOGY JOURNAL OF NORTH AMERICA, Vol. 4, (Issue 3), pp 160-165 |
| 24 | Onyeka CA, Nwakanma AA, Bakare AA, Okoko II, Ofoego UC, Wali CC, Abengowe FC. (2013, July), "Hypoglycemic, Antioxidant And Hepatoprotective Activities Of Ethanolic Root Bark Extract Of Chrysophyllum Albidum In Alloxan-Induced Diabetic Rats", Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science, Vol. 12, (Issue 3), pp 298-304 |
| 25 | Ukoha Ukoha, Ogugua Egwu, Adesanmi Haastrup, Maduka Stephen, Arthur Anyabolu, Damian Ezejindu, Kosisochukwu Umeasalugo, Uzozie Ofoego. (2013, February), "Effect Of Yaji On The Anterior Pituitary Gland", Journal of Biology, Agriculture and Healthcare, Vol. 3, (Issue 15), pp 24-32 |
| 26 | Ukoha Ukoha Ukoha, Kosisochukwu Emmanuel Umeasalugo, Uzozie Chikere Ofoego, Obioma Chiedu Ejimofor, Henry C Nzeako, Chibuzor George Edokwe. (2013, September), "Position, Shape And Direction Of The Mental Foramen In Mandibles In South-Eastern Nigeria", International Journal of Biomedical Research, Vol. 4, (Issue 9), pp 499-503 |
| 27 | Ukoha UU, Dimkpa U, Ofoego UC, Eteudo AN, Asomugha LA, Egwu OA, Okafor JI, Eze AA, Uchefuna RC. (2013, April), "Cephalofacial Characteristics Of Children Under 6 Years Of Age In East Of Nigeria", National Journal of Integrated Research in Medicine, Vol. 4, (Issue 2), pp 21-25 |
| 28 | Onyeka C.A, Aligwekwe A.U, Nwakanma A.A, Bakare A.A, Ofoego U.C. (2012, March), "Effects Of Ethanolic Root Bark Extract Of Chrysophyllum Albidum On Serum Superoxide Dismutase, Catalase And Malondialdehyde In Rat", International Journal of Pharma Sciences and Research (IJPSR), Vol. 3, (Issue 3), pp 347-351 |
| 29 | Agbai EO, Njoku GO, Mounmbegna, PP E, Ofoego UC. (2012, December), "METHANOLIC EXTRACTS OF VERNONIA AMYGDALINA DEL. AND OCIMUM GRATISSIMUM IMPROVEDS LIVER FUNCTION IN STREPTOZOTOCIN-INDUCED DIABETIC WISTAR RATS", Journal of Medical and Applied Biosciences, Vol. 4, pp 30-41 |
| 30 | Leko Bankole J, H.S. Ukioma, Ofoego U.C., Adetunji A. (2011, May), "COMPARISON OF METHODS FOR DETERMINATION OF FREQUENCY OF AGENESIS OF PALMARIS LONGUS", African Journal of Medical Sciences, Vol. -4, (Issue -2), pp 19-22 |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Supervisions | |
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| 1 | "Effect of Green Coffee bean extract supplementation on the testis, fertility profile and pancreas of adult male wistar rats" (2022). Completed Masters project by Obinwa Benedict (2019706001PA) |
| 2 | "Craniofacial Anthropometry of Adult Igbos in Imo State" (2022). Completed Masters project by Dike Martha-Dora Ifunanya |
| Editorships | |
| 1 | Editor, "Journal of Biomedical Investigation" (July, 2022) |
| Examinerships | |
| 1 | Chief Examiner, "APPOINTMENT AS EXTERNAL EXAMINER (CHUKWUEMEKA ODUMEGWU OJUKWU UNIVERSITY)" (June, 2022 to June, 2022). Completed External Exam |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | FACULTY EXAMS OFFICER, "FACULTY OF BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY" (February, 2021) |
| 2 | HALL WARDEN, "COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES" (April, 2021) |
| 3 | MEMBER, BENEFACTORS' DRIVE COMMITTEE, "COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES" (April, 2021) |
| 4 | CHAIRMAN DEPARTMENTAL CURRICULUM REVIEW COMMITTEE, "DEPARTMENT OF ANATOMY" (February, 2020) |
| 5 | CHAIRMAN DEPARTMENTAL RESEARCH GROUP COMMITTEE, "DEPARTMENT OF ANATOMY" (February, 2020) |
| 6 | CHAIRMAN DEPARTMENTAL COMMITTEE ON HISTOLOGY MANUAL PRODUCTION, "DEPARTMENT OF ANATOMY" (February, 2020) |
| 7 | POSTGRADUATE COORDINATOR, "DEPARTMENT OF ANATOMY" (October, 2019) |
| 8 | COLLATION OFFICER FOR STATE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY ELECTION, "INDEPENDENT NATIONAL ELECTORAL COMMISSION" (March, 2019 to April, 2019) |
| 9 | COLLATION OFFICER FOR PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION, "INDEPENDENT NATIONAL ELECTORAL COMMISSION" (February, 2019 to March, 2019) |
| 10 | MEMBER, STUDENTS' DISCIPLINARY COMMITTEE, "COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES" (October, 2019 to April, 2021) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "Society of Experimental and Clinical Anatomists of Nigeria (SECAN)" - FM/11/033 (member since 2017), http://www.secannigeria.org |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "17TH SCIENTIFIC AND ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF SOCIETY OF EXPERIMENTAL AND CLINICAL ANATOMISTS OF NIGERIA (SECAN)2018", (SOCIETY OF EXPERIMENTAL AND CLINICAL ANATOMISTS OF NIGERIA (SECAN)), 7th March, 2018 to 10th March, 2018; AUDITORIUM, OKOFIA, NNEWI CAMPUS |
| 2 | "14TH SCIENTIFIC CONFERENCE AND AGM OF ANATOMICAL SOCIETY OF NIGERIA", (ANATOMICAL SOCIETY OF NIGERIA), 8th August, 2017 to 12th August, 2017; BABCOCK UNIVERSITY |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "WORKSHOP FOR COACHES AND CAREER OFFICERS OF DEPARTMENTS", (CENTRE FOR COUNSELLING AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY), 9th March, 2021 to 9th March, 2021; AUDITORIUM, OKOFIA, NNEWI CAMPUS |
| 2 | "2018 POSTGRADUATE RESEACH WORKSHOP: TRAIN THE TRAINERS", (SCHOOL OF POSTGRADUATE STUDIES, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY), 23rd January, 2018 to 2nd February, 2018; AUDITORIUM, AWKA |
| 3 | "2016 POSTGRADUATE RESEACH WORKSHOP: TRAIN THE TRAINERS", (SCHOOL OF POSTGRADUATE STUDIES, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY), 31st October, 2016 to 24th November, 2016; AUDITORIUM, OKOFIA, NNEWI CAMPUS |