Dr. Jacinta Ukamaka Ezenwenyi

Dr. Jacinta Ukamaka Ezenwenyi is a LECTURER I in FORESTRY AND WILDLIFE Department, Faculty Of Agriculture in Nnamdi Azikiwe University

Dr. Jacinta Ukamaka Ezenwenyi

Staff Profile

Ezenwenyi, Jacinta U. is a lecturer in the Department of Forestry and Wildlife, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria. She is also a PhD candidate at University of Ibadan, Nigeria. Her Ph.D. focuses on modelling yield and volume ratio for Mixed Tree Species in Tropical Rainforest, Nigeria. She had her PhD in the Department of Social and Environmental Forestry and Master of Science degree in Forest Biometrics and Remote Sensing at the Department of Forest Resources Management both in University of Ibadan, Nigeria and Bachelor of Forestry and Wildlife Management (Forestry Option) at the Department of Forestry and Wildlife Management, Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta, Nigeria. She teaches; researches and supervises research students in Forest and Wildlife Biometrics, inventory, mensuration, remote sensing and geographic information system. Ezenwenyi has reviewed for and published her work in reputable academic journals.  She is a life member of Forestry Association of Nigeria (FAN), full member of the African Forest Forum (AFF) and Nigerian Society of Environmental Conservation (NSEC). Her research interests relate to forest modelling, application of Geographic Information System/Remote Sensing (GIS/RS) technologies in Renewable Natural Resources, forest health and environmental conservation and restoration

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Forestry And Wildlife, Faculty Of Agriculture, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.
Faculty/Unit:
FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE
Department/Sub-Unit:
FORESTRY AND WILDLIFE

Academic Qualifications

Degrees / Basic Certificates
1University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria. (Doctor of Philosophy, September, 2021)
February, 2016 to August, 2021
Ph.D. Forest Biometrics
2University Of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria. (Master Degree, February, 2015)
January, 2013 to December, 2014
Master Of Science In Forest Resources Management (Forest Biometrics And Remote Sensing) Forest Biometrics And Remote Sensing
3Federal University Of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria. (Bachelor Degree, July, 2011)
September, 2006 to June, 2011
Bachelor Of Forestry And Wildlife Management (Forestry Option) Forestry And Wildlife
4IDI AYUNRE. (GCE, December, 2002)
December, 2002 to December, 2002
WEST AFRICAN SENIOR SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
5Our Lady Special Science School, Nnobi, Anambra State. (NECO, June, 2000)
September, 1997 to January, 2000
NATIONAL EXAMINATIONS COUNCIL SENIOR SCHOOL CERTIFICATE

Relevant/Working Experience

1Ag. Head of Department of Forestry and Wildlife, Department of For Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra state, Nigeria
May, 2023 to Present
2Lecturer I, Department of Forestry and Wildlife, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra state, Nigeria
October, 2022 to Present
3Lecturer 1, Department of Forestry and Wildlife, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra state, Nigeria
October, 2021 to Present
4LECTURER II, Department Of Forestry And Wildlife, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria
June, 2020 to Present
5Examination Officer, Department of Forestry and Wildlife, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra state, Nigeria
November, 2019 to May, 2023
6LECTURER II, Department Of Forestry And Wildlife, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria
June, 2019 to June, 2020
7ICT Officer, Department of Forestry and Wildlife, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra state, Nigeria
July, 2018 to March, 2019
8Examination Officer, Department of Forestry and Wildlife, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra state, Nigeria
July, 2018 to March, 2019
9LECTURER II, Department Of Forestry And Wildlife, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria
June, 2018 to June, 2019
10ICT Officer, Department of Forestry and Wildlife, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra state, Nigeria
July, 2017 to July, 2018
11Examination Officer, Department of Forestry and Wildlife, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra state, Nigeria
July, 2017 to July, 2018
12ASSISTANT LECTURER, Department Of Forestry And Wildlife, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria
June, 2017 to June, 2018
13Forest and Climate Change Officer, Green Initiative for Humanitarian Aid and Development (GreeniHAD)
May, 2017 to December, 2017
14LECTURING ASSISTANT, Federal College Of Forestry, Jericho, Ibadan (NYSC)
December, 2011 to November, 2012

Creative Output

Book Chapters
1Ezenwenyi, J.U., Chukwu, O., Ojomah, B.C.. (2021, April) Relevance Of Tree Crown Architecture In Conservation And Management Of Dry Tropical Forests. Book Chapter In: Tropical Dry Forests: Emerging Features And Ecological Perspectives" Edited By Dr RK Chaturvedi, Dr Rishikesh Singh And Dr Rahul Bhadouria. NOVA Science Publishers, Inc, New York, USA., pp 145-162
2Chukwu, O., Ezenwenyi, J. U.. (2020, ) Utilization Of Tree Stump Dimension In Forest Modelling And Management. Book Chapter In: Research Trends In Multidisciplinary Research, Jayakumar, R. (Editor) AkiNik Publications, New Delhi, India, Vol. 14, (Issue 7), pp 103-121
3Ezenwenyi, J.U., Chukwu, O.. (2019, January) Trends In Management Of Tropical Forests: Application Of Remote Sensing/ Geographic Information System, Book Chapter In: Contemporary Issues In The Conservation And Restoration Of Tropical Dry Forests, Bhadouria, R., Tripathi, S., Upadhyaya, D.D., Srivast IGI Global, Hershey, Pennsylvania., pp 284-305
Journal Articles
1Igu, N.I, Ezenwenyi, J.U, Ayogu C.N and Okolo, N.V. (2023, April), "Carbon Storage and Environmental Determinants in a Tropical Rainforest Landscape", Open Journal of Ecology, Vol. 13, (Issue 4), pp 229-240
2Igu, N.I and Ezenwenyi, J.U.. (2023, May), "Ecology and Determinants of a Tropical Rainforest Landscape", Research in Ecology, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 12-22
3Egwunatum, A.E., Adeyemi, M.A., Ezenwenyi, J.U., Anaenugwu, C.J.. (2022, December), "DISTRIBUTION OF AFRICAN GREY PARROTS (Psittacus erithacus) LINNACUS, 1758 IN OKOMU NATIONAL PARK, NIGERIA", International Journal of Agriculture, Food and Biodiversity, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 78-84
4Anozie, E.L., Egwunatum, A.E., Ezenwenyi, J.U., C. I. Okonkwo, C.I. (2022, December), "Effects of Different Potting Media on the Germination and Early Growth of Newbouldia laevis. (P. Beauv.) Seem.", Asian Journal of Research in Agriculture and Forestry, Vol. 8, (Issue 4), pp 220-234
5Ezenwenyi Jacinta Ukamaka, Chukwu Onyekachi, Innocent Favour Munachimso. (2020, October), "Stability Assessment Of Open Grown Forest Tree Species In Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Nigeria", Research Journal of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences, Vol. 8, (Issue 4), pp 9-16
6Ezenwenyi Jacinta Ukamaka, Chukwu Onyekachi, Egwunatum Anslem Enwelu, Obukwelu, Sopuru Lydia, Ojomah Blessing Chiedu. (2020, June), "Effect Of Potting Media On The Early Seedlings Growth Of Treculia Africana Decne.", Journal of Research in Forestry, Wildlife and Environment, Vol. 12, (Issue 2), pp 311-316
7Chukwu Onyekachi, Ezenwenyi Jacinta Ukamaka, Kenechukwu Tochukwu Vivian. (2020, April), "Checklist And Abundance Of Open Grown Medico Ethnoforest Tree Species In Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria", Asian Journal of Biological Sciences, Vol. 13, (Issue 1), pp 105-112
8Okeke, P. A., Adibe, A. C., Ezenwenyi, J.U., Ogbonnaya, H.F., Moghalu, K.. (2020, November), "Evaluation Of The Effects Of Anthonatha Macrophylla (Hardwood), Dialium Guineense (Softwood) And Gas Oven On The Nutrient Composition And The Organoleptic Properties Of Smoked Dried Clarias Gariepinus.", Journal of Medicine and Nursing, Vol. 6, (Issue 2), pp 65-69
9Chukwu Onyekachi, Egwunatum Anslem Enwelu, Udekwe, Maryprecious Anwulika, Ezenwenyi Jacinta Ukamaka. (2020, May), "Influence Of Pre-sowing Treatments On The Germination Of Prosopis Africana (Guill. And Perr.) Taub. Seeds", Asian Journal of Research in Agriculture and Forestry, Vol. 5, (Issue 4), pp 20-25
10Ojomah Blessing Chiedu, Ibe Anthony Eloka, Ezenwenyi Jacinta Ukamaka, Chukwu Onyekachi and Adum, N.N.. (2020, February), "Assessment Of Income Generation From Non-timber Forest Products In Awka-North Local Government Area Of Anambra State Nigeria", Asian Journal of in Agriculture and Forestry, Vol. 5, (Issue 2), pp 16-21
11Chukwu, O., Ezenwenyi, J.U., Emebo, A.A.. (2020, October), "Growth Variables Assessment For Young Tectona Grandis Linn. F. Plantation In Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Southeastern Nigeria.", Research Journal of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences, Vol. 8, (Issue 4), pp 1-8
12Chukwu Onyekachi, Ezenwenyi Jacinta Ukamaka. (2020, July), "Models For Estimating Tree Crown Projection Area From Stump Diameter For Tectona Grandis Linn F. In The Tropical Rainforests Of Nigeria", Forestist, Vol. 17, (Issue 1), pp 25-30
13Chukwu Onyekachi, Ezenwenyi Jacinta Ukamaka. (2019, March), "Stump-breast Height Diameter Relationships For Tree Species Of Fabaceae Family Found In Makurdi, Nigeria", Journal of Forestry Research and Management, Vol. 16, (Issue 1), pp 23-31
14Chukwu, O., Ezeano, C.I., Ezenwenyi, J.U., Adeyemi, M.A.. (2019, April), "Impact Of Cultural Beliefs On Forest Preservation: Case Study Of Agunabani Forest In Okposi Community Of Ebonyi State, Nigeria.", Research Journal of Forestry, Vol. 13, (Issue 1), pp 2-13
15Oladoye, A.O., Bello, O. S, Basiru A. O, Ige, P.O., Ezenwenyi J. U. (2019, May), "Above Ground Biomass And Carbon Stock Of Nauclea Diderrichii (De Wild. & T. Durand) Merill Plantation In Omo Forest Reserve, Nigeria", Journal of Forestry Research and management, Vol. 15, (Issue 2), pp 97-171
16Chukwu, O., Alo, A.A., Ezenwenyi, J.U.. (2018, June), "Development Of Digital Elevation Model For Okomu National Park, Nigeria", Current Life Science, Vol. 4, (Issue 2), pp 27-32
17Chukwu, O., Dau, J. H., Ezenwenyi, J.U.. (2018, April), "Evaluation Of Parameter Estimators For Fitting Weibull Distribution To Crown Area Of Parkia Biglobosa Jacq. And Prosopis Africana Guill. And Perr. In Makurdi, Nigeria.", Journal of Forestry Research and Management, Vol. 15, (Issue 1), pp 186-196
18Chukwu, O., Ezenwenyi, J.U., Mebude, K.O.. (2018, September), "Spatial Distribution Of Nigerian Universities Offering Forestry Education Using Geographic Information System.", World News of Natural Sciences, Vol. 20, (Issue 2), pp 226-237
19Ezenwenyi, J.U., Oladoye, A.O., Chukwu, O., Basiru, A.O.. (2018, October), "Diameter Distribution Of Nauclea Diderrichii (De Wild) Merr. Plantations In Southwestern Nigeria.", Journal of Research in Forestry, Wildlife and Environment, Vol. 10, (Issue 3), pp 25-32
20Chukwu, O., Chenge, I.B., Ezenwenyi, J.U.. (2017, December), "Tree Crown Distribution For Wildlife Management Of Shasha Forest Reserve, Nigeria", Nigeria Journal of Wildlife Management, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 23-31
21Chukwu, O., Dau, J.H., Ezenwenyi, J.U.. (2017, April), "Crown-stump Diameter Model For Parkia Biglobosa Benth. Species In Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria.", Journal of Tropical Forestry and Environment, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 43-53
22Ezenwenyi, J.U., Chukwu, O.. (2017, September), "Effects Of Slenderness Coefficient In Crown Area Prediction For Tectona Grandis Linn. F. In Omo Forest Reserve, Nigeria", Current Life Science, Vol. 3, (Issue 4), pp 65-71
23Oladoye A. O., Sodiya O. E, Ezenwenyi J. U., Basiru A. O., Soaga J. A.,. (2015, December), "Tree Height Prediction Models For Nauclea Diderrichii (De Wild. & Th.Dur.) Merrill Plantation In Area J4, Ogun State, Nigeria", African Journal of Agriculture, Technology and Environment, Vol. 4, (Issue 2), pp 33-45
24Adesoye P. O., Ezenwenyi J. U. (2014, January), "Crown Diameter Prediction Models For Tectona Grandis Linn.F In Omo Forest Reserve, Nigeria.", Journal of Forestry Research and Management, Vol. 11, pp 72-87
Conference Papers
1Onyili, A.C, Ezenwenyi, J.U., Nzekwe, C.J and Ezenwankwo, S.O.. (2023, March), "Potentials of Urban Trees and their Roles in carbon Sequestration. In: Proceedings of the 1st Faculty of Agriculture International Conference, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Nigeria on “Sustainable Agriculture, Nature Conservation and Climate Change Response”. (N.T. Meludu, E.A. Obidiebube, O. Chukwu and C.F. Ikeogu eds.), 22nd - 24th of March, 2023", , Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 261-264
2Chukwu, O., Ibe, A.E, Nwadinobi, E.V., Ezenwenyi, J.U., Ajao, O.I and Ezeano, C.I.. (2023, March), "Effects of Pre-treatment Protocol and Watering Regime on the Germination and Early Growth of Irvingia gabonensis (Aubry-Lecomte ex. O’Rorke) Baill. on “Sustainable Agriculture, Nature Conservation and Climate Change Response”. (N.T. Meludu, E.A. Obidiebube, O. Chukwu and C.F. Ikeogu eds.), 22nd - 24th of March, 2023", , Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 146-149
3Ezenwenyi, J.U., Chukwu, O., Adum, N.N., Ezeano CI. And Eze, J.J.. (2023, March), "Assessment of Open grown Tree Species Diversity in Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria. In: Proceedings of the 1st Faculty of Agriculture International Conference, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Nigeria on “Sustainable Agriculture, Nature Conservation and Climate Change Response”. (N.T. Meludu, E.A. Obidiebube, O. Chukwu and C.F. Ikeogu eds.), 22nd - 24th of March, 2023.", , Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 383-388
4Chukwu, O., Ezenwenyi, J.U., Mbanwusi, N.A., Ndulue, N.B., Umeh, C.L and Odey, P.O. (2022, March), "Applications of Artificial Intelligence in Sustainable Forest Management.. In: Proceedings of the "43rd Annual conference of the Forestry Association of Nigeria on Securing the Nigeria's Forest Estates for Sustainable Development" (Ogunsanwo OY, Adewole NA, OniPI, Azeez IO eds). Akure,", , Vol. 43, pp 511-525
5Ezenwenyi, J. U., Innocent, F. M. Ojomah, B. C., Onyili A.C., Obukwelu, S.L. (2020, November), "Inventory Of Defective Forest Tree Species In Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria. In: Proceedings Of The “42nd Annual Conference Of The Forestry Association Of Nigeria On Forestry Development In Nigeria: Fifty Years Of Interventions An Advocacy” (Og", , Vol. 42, pp 100-106
6Onyili, A.C., Ezenwenyi, J.U., Adeyemi, M.A.. (2019, October), "Gender Equality And Participation In Sustainable Forest Management. In: Proceedings Of The “41st Annual Conference Of The Forestry Association Of Nigeria On Sustainable Development Goals Through Appropriate Forest Management Strategies” (Adekunle VAJ, Ogu", , Vol. 41, (Issue 1), pp 229-235
7Ezenwenyi, J.U., Chukwu, O., Ezeano CI.. (2018, March), "Modelling Crown Diameter And Canopy Cover Estimation Of Tectona Grandis Plantation In University Of Ibadan, Nigeria. In: Proceedings Of The “40th Annual Conference Of The Forestry Association Of Nigeria On Emerging Issues In Sustainable Forest Management:", , Vol. 40, (Issue 1), pp 249-257
8Oladoye, A.O., Bello, O. S, Basiru A. O, Ige, P.O, Ezenwenyi J. U. (2018, April), "Estimation Of Above Ground Biomass And Carbon Stock In Nauclea Diderrichii (De Wild. & T. Durand) Merill Plantation In Area J4, Omo Forest Reserve, Nigeria. In: Isah, A.D, Shamaki S.B, Adekunle, V.A.J And Bello A.G (Eds) Forest And Forest Products: Ke", , Vol. 6, (Issue 2), pp 51-61
9Chukwu, O., Chenge, I.B., Ezenwenyi, J.U.. (2017, September), "Statistical Distribution Of Crown Area As A Tool For Wildlife Management Of The Natural Forest In Shasha Forest Reserve, Nigeria. In: Proceedings Of “Maiden Conference Of The Wildlife Management Society Of Nigeria, FUNNAB Abeokuta”. (Shotuyo ALA, Jayeola ", , Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 117-122
10Oladoye A.O, Basiru A.O., Omotola J.O, Ogungbenro R.O., Ezenwenyi J.U. (2017, June), "Assessment Of Stand Density And Growth Rate Of Khaya Senegalensis (Desr.)A. Juss, Nauclea Diderrichii (De Wild.)Merr. And Terminalia Superba (Engl. & Diels) In Arboretum Of Forestry Research Institute Of Nigeria, Ibadan. In: Green Economy: A Viable Op",
11Oladoye A.O, Aduradola A.M, Olubode O.S, Basiru A.O, Ezenwenyi J.U. (2014, August), "Assessment Of Floristic Composition Of Undergrowth Of International Institute Of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) Forest Reserve, Ibadan, Nigeria. Annual Conference Of The Institute Of Ecology & Environmental Studies", , Vol. 7, pp 81-91
12Aduradola, A.M, Ezenwenyi, J.U., Oladoye, A.O. (2014, April), "Effect Of Some Growth Hormones On The Seed Germination And Seedling Growth Of Treculia Africana (DECAISNE). 37th Annual Conference Of Forestry Association Of Nigeria (FAN)", , Vol. 37, pp 281-291

Academic Leadership Qualities

Grants
1Collaborator: "Assessing the ecology and carbon storage of rain forest ecosystem in South East Nigeria" (December, 2021 to December, 2022). Completed sponsored grant by Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund )/ Institutional Based Research (IBR)
2Collaborator: "Developing SMART Strategies for Enhancing Maximum Carbon Capture in Tropical Rainforest Belt in Southeast Nigeria" (December, 2022). Ongoing sponsored grant by Tertiary Education trust Fund (TetFund) National Research Fund (NRF) Intervention
Reviewerships
1Reviewer, "Sustainable Agriculture, Nature Conservation and Climate Change Response" (March, 2023)
2Reviewer, "UTTAR PRADESH JOURNAL OF ZOOLOGY" (October, 2021)
3Reviewer, "Environmental impact assessment of University of Ibadan international conference centre on the adjoining forest" (June, 2018)
Contributions to the University/Society
1Reviewer, "Faculty of Agriculture, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka Nigeria/Reviewer Team" (February, 2023 to March, 2023)
2Forest and Climate Change Officer, "Green Initiative for Humanitarian Aid and Development (GreeniHAD)" (May, 2017 to December, 2017)

Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies

1Life Member, "Forestry Association of Nigeria" - LMFAN/20217/015 (member since 2017), https://www.fan-ng.com/
2Full Member, "Forestry Association of Nigeria" - MFAN/OY/2016/041 (member since 2016), https://www.fan-ng.com/

Relevant Events Attended

Conferences
1"Sustainable Agriculture, Nature Conservation and Climate Change Response", (Faculty of Agriculture, Nnamdi Azikiwe University), 22nd March, 2023 to 24th March, 2023; Awka, Nigeria
2"Securing the Nigeria’s Forest Estates for Sustainable Development", (Forestry Association of Nigeria (FAN)), 14th March, 2022 to 18th March, 2022; Akure, Nigeria
3"Forestry Development in Nigeria: Fifty years of interventions an advocacy", (Forestry Association of Nigeria (FAN)), 23rd November, 2020 to 28th November, 2020; Forestry Research Institute of Nigeria (FRIN), Ibadan.
4"Sustainable development Goals through appropriate Forest management strategies", (Forestry Association of Nigeria (FAN)), 7th October, 2019 to 11th October, 2019; Abuja, Nigeria
5"Emerging issues in sustainable forest management: Experiences and lessons for Nigeria", (Forestry Association of Nigeria (FAN)), 12th March, 2018 to 16th March, 2018; Lagos, Nigeria
6"Wildlife Management in Nigeria; the Roadmap for Biodiversity Conservation", (Wildlife Society of Nigeria (WISON)), 17th September, 2017 to 20th September, 2017; Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria.
7"Forestry and Allied Natural Resources Disciplines in Nigerian Institutions: Inputs for Future Solutions to Dwindling Forest Estate in Nigeria", (Commonwealth Forestry Association (CFA) Nigeria Chapter), 10th October, 2016 to 12th October, 2016; Forestry Research Institute of Nigeria (FRIN), Ibadan
8"Securing the Nigeria’s Forest Estates for Sustainable Development.", (Forestry Association of Nigeria (FAN)), Akure, Nigeria
Seminars
1"3-Day Training course in statistics and statistical Analysis with STATISTICA/SPSS", (Capacity building unit of Multidata consultancy Ibadan), 11th November, 2013 to 13th November, 2013; Oyo state Department of Fisheries Conference hall, Ibadan
2"People and Biodiversity Conservation", (Nigeria Tropical Biology Association (NTBA)), 25th September, 2012 to 26th September, 2012; University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria
3"People and Biodiversity Conservation", (Nigeria Tropical Biology Association), University of Ibadan, Ibadan