Dr. Helen Obioma Agu

Dr. Helen Obioma Agu is a READER in FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Department, Faculty Of Agriculture in Nnamdi Azikiwe University

Dr. Helen Obioma Agu

Staff Profile

Dr. Helen Obioma Dr. Helen Obioma Agu is an Associate Professor in Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria and immediate past Head of Department of Food Science and Technology. She got her B.Sc. (Food Science and Technology) in 1991 from University of Nigeria Nsukka (UNN), M.Sc. (Food Microbiology) in 2004 from Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU) Bauchi, Nigeria, PGDE in 2006 from National Teachers Institute (NTI) affiliated to Usman Dan Fodio University Sokoto, Nigeria, Ph.D (Food Science and Technology) from University of Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria in 2014 and PGD in Business Administration from National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) Enugu, Nigeria in 2017. She transferred her service from Federal Polytechnic Bauchi (1994-28th September 2017) to Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Nigeria (29th September 2017-till date). Her interest is in food processing and preservation, food product development, Food quality control and food security. She has published fourty journals locally and internationally with fourty-three conference proceedings and attended conferences within and outside Nigeria. She has served as co-author of five books and as editor and reviewer of several journals and book of proceedings. She is a Certified Food Scientists of Nigeria (CFSN) and a registered member of Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology (NIFST), Nutrition Society of Nigeria (NSN) and Nigerian Society for Microbiology (NSM). She is a wife of one husband and three lovely children.

Personal Information

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Food Science And Technology, Faculty Of Agriculture, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.
Faculty/Unit:
FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE
Department/Sub-Unit:
FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

Academic Qualifications

Degrees / Basic Certificates
1National Open University Of Nigeria. (Post-Graduate Degree, December, 2017)
May, 2016 to April, 2017
PGD Business Administration
2University Of Maiduguri. (Doctor of Philosophy, September, 2014)
October, 0002 to July, 2014
Dr. Food Science & Technology
3Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto. (Post-Graduate Degree, November, 2005)
October, 2004 to September, 2005
PGDE Education
4Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Bauchi. (Master Degree, July, 2004)
October, 2001 to March, 2004
MSc. Food Microbiology
5University Of Nigeria, Nsukka. (Bachelor Degree, March, 1992)
October, 1986 to July, 1991
BSc. Food Science & Technology
6Federal Government. College Port Harcourt. (GCE, April, 1986)
November, 1985 to April, 1986
GCE
7Federal Government. College Port Harcourt. (SSCE, June, 1985)
September, 1980 to June, 1985
WAEC
8W.T.C. Primary School Enugu. (FSLC, January, 1985)
September, 1974 to July, 1980

Relevant/Working Experience

1Chairman, Faculty of Agriculture Business Ventures, Faculty of Agriculture, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka
August, 2023 to Present
2Departmental Continuing Education Program (2022/2023 session) (CEP) Coordinator, FST Dept., Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State.
May, 2023 to Present
3Member: FST Quality Assurance Representative to the institution Quality Assurance Team., FST Dept., Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State.
May, 2023 to Present
4Head of Department, FST Dept., Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State.
January, 2022 to April, 2023
5Unit Head: Sensory evaluation/Quality control, FST Dept., Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State.
October, 2019 to April, 2023
6Acting Head of Department, FST Dept., Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State.
October, 2019 to January, 2022
7Chairman: Faculty of Agriculture Committee on Training of Technologists, Faculty of Agriculture, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State.
August, 2019 to September, 2019
8Instructional/Tutorial Facilitator and Project Supervision, Faculty of Health Sciences, National Open University of Nigeria, Enugu Study Centre (Part-time)
September, 2018 to Present
9Post graduate Supervisor, FST Dept., Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State.
April, 2018 to Present
10Academic Adviser: 2017/2018 Fourth year students of FST Dept.,, FST Dept., Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State.
February, 2018 to September, 2018
11Coordinator: FST undergraduate research project, FST Dept., Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State.
February, 2018 to October, 2019
12Immediate Past HOD/Associate Professor, Department of Food Science and Technology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, P.M.B. 5025, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria.
September, 2017 to Present
13Chief lecturer (Sabbatical), Department of Home Economics Education at Federal College of Education Technical, Umunze, Anambra State
May, 2015 to May, 2016
14Chief lecturer, Department of Food Science and Technology, Federal Polytechnic Bauchi
June, 1994 to September, 2017

Creative Output

Books
1Agu, H.O., Ikegwu, T.M., Ishiwu, C.N., Ikegwu, O.J., Okpala, I.C., Asogwa, I.S., Nzelu I.C., Elochukwu, C.U. and Ijeomah, O.C.. (2023, June) Book of Proceedings of the 9th Regional Food Science and Technology Summit of the Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology East Central Chapter, Enugu, Nigeria
2Agu, H.O., Nwabunwanne. C.C. and Ifeanyi-Uche, U. P.. (2018, March) Home Economics for Schools and Colleges, Vol. Book 2 Book 2. De-Union Printing Press, Awka.
3Agu, H.O. and Lawal, A.S.. (2016, July) Quality Control and Statistics for research New Era Production, Bauchi, Nigeria.
4Ayo, Jerome Adekunle and Agu, Helen Obioma. (2012, June) Simplified Manual of Food Analysis for Tertiary and Research Insitutions, Vol.1, Chemical Methods, Plant Foods and Products (Foods and Food Products Approach) Amana Printing and Advertising Ltd, Kaduna
5Ayo, Jerome Adekunle and Agu, Helen Obioma. (2012, July) Simplified Manual of Food Analysis for Tertiary and Research Insitutions, Vol.2, Chemical Methods, Animal Foods and Products (Foods and Food Products Approach) Amana Printing and Advertising Ltd, Kaduna
Book Chapters
1Joe-Ikechebelu Ngozi Nneka, Akanwa Angela Oyilieze, Akanwa Chimezie David, Okafor Kenebechukwu Jane, Dike Keyna, Idakwo Victor Iko-Ojo, Omoruyi Fredrick Aideniosa, Nkwocha Kelechi Friday, Enwereuzo, Angela Chinelo, Umeh, Uche Marian, Ogbuehi, Emmanuel Okwudili, Agu, Helen Obioma.. (2023, June) Deforestation Activities in Ezekoro Forest Implications for Climate Change Risks in Anambra State, Southeast Nigeria. Wiley
2Theophilus M. Ikegwu, Clement C. Ezegbe, Eunice N. Odo, Chioke A. Okolo, Joy C. Mba and Helen O. Agu. (2022, December) Processing of Oilseeds in the Tropics: Prospects and Challenges IntechOpen
Journal Articles
1Agu, H.O., Ihionu, J.C. and Mba, J.C.. (2023, April), "Sensory and physicochemical properties of biscuit produced from blends of whole wheat, soy okara and tigernut residue flours", Heliyon, Vol. 9, (Issue 4), pp 1531
2Ikegwu, T.M., Balogu, T.V., Iroagba, N.L., Okonyeuzu, C.F., Obiora, C.U., Balogu, D.O. and Agu, H. O.. (2023, March), "Food security in emerging global situations-functional foods and food biotechnology approaches: A review.", Journal of Advances in Food Science and Technology, Vol. 10, (Issue 2), pp 46-74
3Illoh, C. Agu, H.O., Okolo, C.A. and Jideani, V.A.. (2022, March), "Physicochemical and consumer acceptability of different particle-sized cassava strips.", African Journal of Food Science, Vol. 16, (Issue 3), pp 71-80.
4Ubaka, I. T., Agu, H. O., Victor-Aduloju, A. T. and Mba, J. C. (2022, November), "Potentials of Cassava, Bambara Groundnut and Tigernut in Biscuit Production: A Review.", European Journal of Nutrition and Food Safety, Vol. 14, (Issue 11), pp 79-93
5Ezegbe, C. C., Agu, H. O., Ezeh, M. C., Anarado, C. S. Abah, C. R. and Okocha, K. S. (2021, May), "Quality Evaluation of Custard Produced from Blends of Sweet Potato and Corn Starch Enriched with Defatted Soybea", European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety, Vol. 13, (Issue 3), pp 32-44, DOI:10.9734/EJNFS/2021/v13i3
6Ukonze, J.A., Odo, E.N. Ossai, N.I. Dimelu, N.I. and Agu, H.O. (2021, March), "Production, proximate and hematological implications of substituting black bean meal in the diet fed catfish.", Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Science, Vol. 16, pp 1-11, DOI: 10.3923/jfas.2021.1.11
7Oramunwa, V. O., Agu, H. O. and Ogbo, F. C.. (2021, July), "Microbiological Efficacy of Hessian Bag on Leafy Vegetables during Distribution in (Aguleri) Anambra State.", Asian Food Science Journal, Vol. 20, (Issue 8), pp 88-95
8Mba, C. J. and Agu, H. O.. (2021, December), "Developments on the Bioactive Compounds and Food Uses of the Tubers: Colocasia esculenta (L) Schott (Taro) and Xanthosoma sagittifolium (L) Schott (Tannia).", Asian Food Science Journal, Vol. 20, (Issue 11), pp 101-112
9Okafor, J.N., Obiegbuna, J.E., Agu, H.O.. (2021, December), "Functional and Pasting Properties of Composite Flour from Wheat, Sweet Potato and Soybean.", International Journal of Environmental & Agriculture Research, Vol. 7, (Issue 11), pp 1-9
10Agu, H.O., Yunana, R. and Jideani, A.I.O.. (2020, July), "Development and acceptability of snacks from yellow-fleshed sweet potato and wheat flours. Journal of Food Processing and Preservation.", Journal of Food Processing and Preservation, https://doi.org/10.1111/jfpp.14851
11Agu, H.O., Onuoha, G.O. Elijah, O.E. and Jideani, V.A. (2020, November), "Consumer acceptability of acha and malted bambara groundnut (BGN) biscuits sweetened with date palm.", Heliyon, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2020.e05522
12Ezegbe, C.C., Anarado, C.S., Agu, H.O. Obiegbuna, J.E. and Okocha, K.S.. (2020, May), "Shelf life extension of food using hurdle technology", Nigerian Food Journal, Vol. 38, (Issue 1), https://www.ajol.info/index.php/nifoj/article/view/207749
13Lateef, O.J, Agu, H. O, Adesanya, O.D. and Eduzor, E.. (2020, June), "Evaluation of household food expenditure, dietary diversity scores and family nutritional status in Bauchi rural communities.", Food Science and Nutrition Research, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 1-6
14Nzelu, I.C., Agu, H.O. and Dimejesi, S.A. (2017, July), "Comparative analysis of proximate and amino acid composition of Ogiri from Soybean (Glycine max), Castor oil seed (Ricinus communis) and Melon seed (Citrullus vulgaris).", Technoscience Review, Vol. 8, (Issue 2), pp 49-59, file:///C:/Users/PC/Downloads/47-Article%20Text-91-1-10-20191224(1).pdf
15Eduzor, E., Negbenebor, C.A, Onuoha, O.G., Agu, H.O., Adebusoye, M.S., Okafor, T.D. and Samuel O.E. (2016, June), "EFFECT OF CITRIC ACID AND CLOVE ON CURED SMOKED MEAT (A TRADITIONAL MEAT PRODUCT)", Continental Journal of Applied Sciences, Vol. 11, (Issue 1), pp 44-58
16Eduzor, E., Negbenebor, C.A, Onuoha, O.G., Agu, H.O., Adebusoye, M.S., Okafor, T.D. and Samuel O.E. (2016, June), "Effect of citric acid and clove on cured smoked meat (A traditional meat product).", Continental Journal of Applied Sciences, Vol. 11, (Issue 1), pp 44-58, doi:10.5707/cjapplsci.2016.11.1.44.58
17Agu, H.O., Badau, M.H., Abubakar, M.U. and Jideani, V.A.. (2015, February), "A survey on existing practices adopted in dambu production and utilization in some northern states of Nigeria.", African Journal of Food Science, Vol. 9, (Issue 3), pp 142-154, https://doi.org/10.5897/AJFS2014.1135.
18Agu, H.O., Ayo, J.A. and Jideani, A.I.O. (2015, December), "Evaluation of the quality of malted acha-soy breakfast cereal flour.", African Journal of Food, Agriculture, Nutrition and Development, Vol. 15, (Issue 5), pp 10557-10573, https://www.ajol.info/index.php/ajfand/article/view/128363
19Agu, H., Badau, M., Abubakar, U. and Jideani, V.. (2014, January), "Effects of steaming duration and preservatives on storage stability of pearl millet based instant dambu", Australian Journal of Engineering Research, Vol. 1, (Issue 4), pp 50-60
20Agu, H.O. and Okoli, N.A.. (2014, May), "Physicochemical, sensory and microbiological assessments of wheat-based biscuit improved with beniseed and unripe plantain.", Food Science and Nutrition, Vol. 2, (Issue 5), pp 464-469, https://doi.org/10.1002/fsn3.135
21Agu, H., Badau, M., Abubakar, U. and Jideani, V.. (2014, April), "Effects of steaming duration and preservatives on storage stability of pearl millet based instant dambu.", Australian Journal of Engineering Research, Vol. 1, (Issue 4), pp 50-60
22Agu, H.O., Ezeh, G.C. and Jideani, A.I.O. (2014, May), "Quality assessment of acha based biscuit improved with bambara nut and unripe plantain. African Journal of Food Science 8(5): 278-285. https://doi.org/10.5897/AJFS2013.1130", African Journal of Food Science, Vol. 8, (Issue 5), pp 278-285, https://doi.org/10.5897/AJFS2013.1130
23Agu, H.O., Badau, M.H. and Abubakar, U.M.. (2013, November), "Modeling the water absorption characteristics of various local pearl millet grains and hungry rice (Digitaria exilis) during soaking using Peleg’s equation", Focusing on Modern Food Industry (FMFI), Vol. 2, (Issue 4), pp 161-169
24Agu, H.O., Adidi, J.I. and Animashaun, R.Y. (2012, March), "Effect of different concentrations of Pleurotus tuber regium on the quality of egusi soup", International Journal of Food and Agriculture Research, Vol. 9, (Issue 2), pp 65-73
25Agu, H.O., Ayo, J.A., Onuoha, G. and Adedire, D.T.. (2012, June), "Effect of cereals and defatted groundnut paste on the digestibility of dambu: a local gruel.", Agriculture and Biology Journal of North America, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 6-10, https://doi.org/10.5251/abjna.2012.3.1.6.10
26Ayo, J.A., Onuoha, G., Agu, H., Ayo, V.A., Avu, E.O., Sosanya, M. and Adeosun F. (2012, November), "Effect of added beniseed paste on the quality of millet-based masa.", African Journal of Food Science and Technology, Vol. 3, (Issue 10), pp 236-243, www.interesjournals.org › articles › effect-of-added-be...PDF
27Agu, H.O. and Michael-Agwuoke, A.. (2012, July), "Agu, H.O. and Michael-Agwuoke, A. (2012). Optimization of soaking duration and temperature for two Nigerian rice cultivars.", Nigerian Food Journal, Vol. 30, (Issue 2), pp 22-27, https://doi.org/10.1016/S0189-7241(15)30030-8
28Ayo, J.A., Haruna, U.S., Ayo, V.A., Agu, H.O., Uhiara, N. and Samalia, S.. (2010, March), "Effect of the use of solar box dryer on the quality of Kilishi (Spiced sun-dried meat).", International Journal of Engineering Science, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 158-164
29Akande, K.E., Doma, U.D., Agu, H.O. and Adamu, H.M. (2010, August), "Major antinutrients found in plant protein sources: their effects on nutrition. 9 (8): 827-832. https://doi.org/10.3923/pjn.2010.827.832", Pakistan Journal of Nutrition, Vol. 9, (Issue 7), pp 827-832, https://doi.org/10.3923/pjn.2010.827.832
30Agu, H.O., Ukonze, J.A. and Paul, K.A.. (2010, May), "Agu, H.O., Ukonze, J.A. and Paul, K.A. Quality characteristics of bread made from wheat and fluted pumpkin seed flour.", Nigerian Food Journal, Vol. 28, (Issue 1), pp 188-198, https://doi.org/10.4314/nifoj.v28i1.57430
31Agu, H.O., Jideani, I. A. and Humphrey, J. U.. (2009, October), "Quality of dambu prepared with different cereals and groundnut.", Journal of Food Science and Technology-Mysore, Vol. 40, (Issue 2), pp 166-168, https://www.researchgate.net/publication/287590783_Quality_of_Dambu_prepared_with_different_cereals_and_groundnut
32Ayo, J.A., Gaffa, T., Agu, H.O., Iheanacho, I.O. and Samila, S.. (2009, March), "Microbiology of commercial and laboratory produced “Killishi” (Spiced sun-dried meat)", Journal of Research in Bioscience, Vol. 6, pp 52-56
33Ayo, J.A., Agu, H.O., Ayo, V.A. and Famoriyo, O.F.. (2008, May), "Effect of groundnut paste on the quality of maize based masa.", Pakistan Journal of Nutrition, Vol. 7, (Issue 4), pp 557-560, https://doi.org/10.3923/pjn.2008.557.560
34Agu, H.O., Jideani, I. A. and Yusuf, I.Z.. (2008, September), "Storage stability of improved dambu produced from different cereal grains.", Nutrition and Food Science, Vol. 38, (Issue 5), pp 458-472
35Agu, H.O., Ukonze, J.A. and Uchola, N.O.. (2008, June), "Quality Characteristics of crude and refined atili oils.", Pakistan Journal of Nutrition ., Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 27-30, https://doi.org/10.3923/pjn.2008.27.30
36Agu, H.O., Anosike, A.N. and Jideani, I.A. (2008, March), "Physicochemical and Microbial qualities of dambu produced from different cereal grains.", Pakistan Journal of Nutrition, Vol. 7, (Issue 4), pp 21-26, https://doi.org/10.3923/pjn.2008.21.26
37Ayo, J.A., Agu, H.O. and Famoriyo, O.F. (2008, July), "Effect of different cereals on the quality of masa.", Pakistan Journal of Nutrition, Vol. 7, (Issue 4), pp 530-533, https://doi.org/10.3923/pjn.2008.530.533
38Agu, H.O., Ayo, J.A., Paul, A.M. and Folorunsho, F.. (2007, May), "Quality characteristics of biscuits made from wheat and African breadfruit (Treculia africana). 25(2): 19-27. https://doi.org/10.4314/nifoj.v25i2.50827", Nigerian Food Journal 25(2), Vol. 25, (Issue 2), pp 19-27, https://doi.org/10.4314/nifoj.v25i2.50827
39Agu, H.O., Jideani, I.A. and Yusuf, I.Z.. (2007, July), "Nutrient and Sensory properties of dambu produced from different cereal grains.", Nutrition & Food Science,, Vol. 37, (Issue 4), pp 272-281, https://doi.org/10.1108/00346650710774640
40Agu, H.O and Bhandary, C.S. (2005, January), "Effect of smoking time on keeping quality of smoked mackerel (Scomboromorus scombrus).", Nigerian Food Journal, Vol. 23, (Issue 1), pp 114 – 120, https://doi.org/10.4314/nifoj.v23i1.33606
41Ayo, J.A., Agu, H.O. and Madaki, I.. (2005, August), "Food and Drug Interactions: Its Side Effects.", Emerald Group Publishing Limited, Vol. 35, (Issue 4), pp 243-252
42Agu, H.O and Aluyah, E. (2004, May), "Production and chemical analysis of weaning food from maize, soybean & fluted pumpkin seed flour.", Nigerian Food Journal, Vol. 22, (Issue 1), pp 171-177, https://doi.org/10.4314/nifoj.v22i1.33584
Conference Papers
1Anih, J. O., Mba, J. C., Uka, J. U. and Agu, H. O.. (2023, June), "Chemical composition of fifteen different brands of milk powders sold in Awka metropolis.",
2Iwuchukwu, A. B., Agu, H. O. and Mba, J. C.. (2023, March), "Conformability of five Brands of Vegetable Oil Sold in Roban Stores Awka, Nigeria to NAFDAC Set Standards", , Vol. 1, pp 207-212
3Enyinnaya, N. E.., Mba, J. C., Uka, J. U. and Agu, H. O. (2023, October), "Phytochemical and antioxidant properties of herbal tea blends made from Utazi (Gongronema latifolium), Uziza (Piper guineesis), Nchawu (Ocimum gratissimum) and lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus).", Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology
4Iwuchukwu, A. B., Agu, H. O. and Mba, J. C.. (2023, March), "Conformability of five Brands of Vegetable Oil Sold in Roban Stores Awka, Nigeria to NAFDAC Set Standards", Faculty of Agriculture, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.
5Anih, J. O., Mba, J. C., Uka, J. U. and Agu, H. O. (2023, June), "Chemical composition of fifteen different brands of milk powders sold in Awka metropolis", Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology East Central Chapter
6Ndukwu, H. N., Mba, J. C. and Agu, H. O. (2022, October), "46th Annual conference proceedings of NIFST, 17-21st October, Abuja, Nigeria.",
7Agu, H. O., Michael, C. I. and Mba, J. C.. (2022, June), "Sensory and physicochemical properties of biscuit produced from cassava flour, soy okara and tigernut residue flours",
8Agu, H. O. and Ibe, P. and Ike, E. A.. (2021, October), "Sensory properties of cake produced from blends of wheat, orange fleshed sweet potato and moringa seed flours",
9Chinwuba, K. E., Agu, H. O. and Jideani, V. A.. (2021, October), "Effect of cowpea emulsifier on the proximate composition of oil-in-water emulsion",
10Ezenwaka C.L., Agu, H.O., Ezegbe, C.C. and Jideani, V.A.. (2020, October), "Some sensory attributes of ube (Dacryodes edulis) paste-wheat cake.",
11Eduzor, E., Agu, H.O., Jacob, G.A., Adesanya, O.D. and Ephraim, Y.S.. (2020, July), "Quality characteristics of bread enriched with debittered moringa seed flour",
12Eduzor, E., Agu, H.O., Adesanya, O.D. and Idiake.. (2019, June), "Studies on the Physicochemical properties of yoghurt produced using gum Arabic as stabilizer.", , Vol. 1, pp 206-210
13Ezegbe, C.C., John, T.N. and Agu, H.O.. (2019, October), "Preservative potential of uziza (Piper guineense) seed and leaf on oven dried catfish (Clarias gariepinus).",
14Ezegbe, C.C., Okolo, C.A., Madu, L.C. and Agu, H.O.. (2019, October), "Effect of drying and uziza (Piper guineense) leaf concentration on the proximate composition of oven dried catfish (Clarias gariepinus).",
15Agu, H.O., Okechukwu, F., Ugwueze, V.U. and Jideani, V.A. (2019, October), "Consumer acceptability of palm oil sauce (abacha ncha) from three communities in Anambra State using abacha.",
16Nzelu, I.C., Agu, H.O. and Dimejesi, S.A.. (2019, June), "Comparative analysis of proximate and amino acid composition of Ogiri from Soybean (Glycine max), Castor oil seed (Ricinus communis) and Melon seed (Citrullus vulgaris).",
17Eduzor, E., Agu, H.O.; Adesanya, T.D. and Idiake, P.. (2019, June), "Studies on the physic-chemical properties of yoghurt produced using gum Arabic as stabilizer.",
18Illoh, C., Agu, H.O. and Jideani, V.A.. (2018, October), "Consumer acceptability of Abacha with different particle sizes",
19Ikegwu, T.M., Balogu, D.O., Balogu, T.V. and Agu, H.O.. (2018, June), "Proximate and functional properties of Gurasa from wheat-cassava composite flours fortified with soybean flour using mixture design",
20Eduzor, E., Agu, H.O., Samuel O.E., Onuoha O.G., Okafor, T.D., Okoli, U.C., Abubakar, I.A. and Samuel, M.. (2017, October), "Sensory properties of biscuit produced from composite flour of whole wheat and finger millet (Eleusine coracana).",
21Agu, H.O., Yelmi, B.M. and Onoride, I.E. (2016, October), "Proximate and energy compositions of acha and malted soybean composite biscuits sweetened with date palm",
22Agu, H.O., Badau, M.H., Abubakar, M.U. and Jideani, V.A.. (2015, October), "Identification of hazards and critical control points in traditional dambu production. entification of hazards and critical control points in traditional dambu production.",
23Agu, H.O., Abdullahi, D. and Eduzor, E.. (2014, October), "Sensory acceptability of bread from wheat and bambara nut flours",
24Agu, H.O. and Okoli, N.A.. (2013, October), "Consumer acceptability of wheat-based biscuit improved with beniseed and unripe plantain.",
25Agu, H.O. and Magaji, P.. (2012, October), "Chemical Composition of various proportions of Dabino/Dinya fruit drink", , Vol. 1, pp 346-348
26Agu, H.O. and Adidi, J.I.. (2011, October), "Functional properties of mushroom (Pleurotus tuber regium) sold in Bauchi Metropolis", , Vol. 1, pp 220-221.
27Agu, H.O. and Olorunfemi, S.S. (2010, October), "Production and quality characteristics of composite cookies (acha-wheat)", , Vol. 1, pp 115-119
28Agu, H.O. and Nanyen, D. (2010, October), "Microbiological quality of water in the college of Agriculture Garkawa, Plateau State", , Vol. 1, pp 309-310.
29Agu, H.O. and Adidi, J.I.. (2009, October), "Chemical properties of Pleurotus tuber regium", , Vol. 1, pp 159-160
30Agu, H.O. and Nanyen, D.. (2009, October), ". Physicochemical properties of water in the college of Agriculture Garkawa, Plateau State", , Vol. 1, pp 404-405
31Agu, H.O. and Akpe, B.U.. (2008, October), "Effect of malted maize on the sensory and functional properties of maize based tuwo.", , Vol. 1, pp 333-334.
32Agu, H.O. and Akinlade, F.B.. (2008, October), "Quality characteristics of vitamin C Syrup from sweet potatoes and guava", , Vol. 1, pp 316-317.
33Agu, H.O., Aroge, K.P. and Ukonze, J.A.. (2007, October), "Proximate composition of bread made from wheat and fluted pumpkin seed", , Vol. 1, pp 48-49
34Ayo, J.A., Agu, H.O. and Famoriyo, O.F.. (2007, October), "Effect of different cereals on the quality of masa.", , Vol. 1, pp 52-53.
35Agu, H.O. and Showunmi, J.O.. (2007, October), "Effect of different drying methods on the quality of tomato", , Vol. 1, pp 125-126.
36Agu, H.O., Humphrey, J.M., Yusuf, I.Z. and Jideani, I.A.. (2005, October), "Effect of Groundnut on dambu made from Millet.", , Vol. 1, pp 49h – 49i.
37Agu, H.O., Jideani, I.A. and Yusuf, I.Z.. (2004, October), "Mineral composition of dambu produced from different cereal grains", , Vol. 1, pp 57-58
38Agu, H.O., Anosike A.N., Yusuf, I.Z. and Jideani, I.A.. (2003, October), "Storage qualities of dambu produced from different cereal grains", , Vol. 1, pp 33-34.
39Agu, H.O., Anosike, A.N., Yusuf, I.Z. and Jideani, I.A. (2003, October), "Physicochemical and sensory qualities of dambu produced from different cereal grains", , pp 31-32
40Agu, H.O., Ihejirika, C.M. and Ayo, J.A.. (2003, June), "Effect of storage duration of atili fruits on the quality and quantity of atili oil", , Vol. 1, pp 63-64.
41Agu, H.O. and Aluyah, E.. (2001, June), "Production of weaning food from maize, soybean and fluted pumpkin seed flour",
42Ayo, V.A., Agu, H.O. and Ayo, J. A,. (2000, October), "Effect of field and house storage methods on the quality of yam (Dioscorea alata)", , Vol. 1, pp 235-236.
43Agu, H.O. and Bhandary, C.S.. (2000, October), "Effect of smoking time on the keeping quality of smoked mackerel (Scomboromorus scombrus)", , Vol. 1, pp 73-74
44Agu, H.O. and Oshilaja, O.O.. (1998, October), "Extraction and characterization of oil from Atili (Canarium Schweinfurthii bursaraceae)", , Vol. 1, pp 1: 81-82.
45Agu, H.O., Onuorah, C.E., Nzewi, D. and Adamu, M.. (1997, June), "Extraction and purification of gum from udala (Chrysophyllum albidium)", , pp 11-16.
46Onuorah, C.E., Nzewi, D. and Agu, H.O.. (1997, June), "Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP).", , Vol. 3, pp 49-56.

Academic Leadership Qualities

Supervisions
1"Physicochemical and sensory properties of crackers biscuit made from blends of cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz), Bambara groundnut (Vigna subterranean l. verdc) and Tigernut (Cyperus esculentus) flo" (2023). Completed Masters project by Ubaka Izunna Tochukwu (2019836003FA)
2"Effect of Moringa oleifera leaf powder on the oxalate content and colour of cocoyam during achicha ede preparation" (2022). Completed Masters project by Joy Chinenye Mba (2019836005PA)
3"Xanthan gum performance as gluten make up on functional and baking properties of wheat and non-wheat composite flours and bread quality" (2022). Completed Masters project by Okafor Jennifer Ngozi (2018836006F)
4"Efficacy of Hessian bag in the storage and preservation of leafy vegetables in Aguleri, Anambra State, Nigeria" (2022). Completed Masters project by Oramunwa Vivian Ogechukwu (2018836002F)
Grants
1Awardee: "1st Faculty of Agriculture International Conference, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria" (March, 2023 to March, 2023). Completed sponsored grant by Faculty of Agriculture Conference, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka,
2Awardee: "Chocolate History Research Grant 2023" (February, 2023 to December, 2022). Completed sponsored grant by American Heritage Chocolate, Forrest E. Mars, Jr. Chocolate
Editorships
1Chief Editor, "Proceedings for 9th Regional Food Science and Technology Summit of NIFST East Central Chapter, Enugu, Nigeria" (June, 2023)
2Chief Editor, "Proceedings for 8th Regional Food Science and Technology Summit of NIFST East Central Chapter, Enugu, Nigeria" (June, 2022)
3Editor, "6th Regional Conference of NIFST East Central Chapter Book of proceedings" (July, 2020)
4Editor, "5th Regional Conference of NIFST East Central Chapter Book of proceedings" (March, 2019)
5Editor, "4th Regional Conference of NIFST East Central Chapter Book of proceedings" (May, 2018)
6Chief Editor, "Home Economics for Schools & Colleges Book 2" (June, 2018)
7Editor, "Gubi Journal" (December, 2013)
Reviewerships
1Reviewer, "Proceedings of the 44th Conference & Annual General Meeting of of NIFST" (October, 2020)
2Reviewer, "NSUK Journal of Science & Technology" (April, 2020)
3Reviewer, "Proceedings of the 43rd Conference & Annual General Meeting of of NIFST" (October, 2019)
4Reviewer, "Food Science & Nutrition" (July, 2017)
Examinerships
1Chief Examiner, "BSc: Food Science & Technology, 2022/2023 session" (June, 2023 to August, 2023). Completed External Exam
2Examiner, "MSc., Food Science and Technology, Okoye Eberechukwu Kester (FST/MSc/2019836006FB)" (January, 2023 to November, 2023). Completed Internal-Internal Exam
3Examiner, "MSc, MSc: Food Science & Technology, Student: Udemba Rita (FST/MSc/2020836003PA)Udemba Rita (FST/MSc/2020836003PA)" (January, 2023 to November, 2023). Completed Internal-Internal Exam
4Chief Examiner, "BSc. Food Science and Technology" (November, 2023 to November, 2023). Completed External Exam
5Examiner, "MSc: Food Science & Technology, Student: Chukwuka Anthony Nwuneli (FST/MSc/2019836001FA)" (February, 2023 to February, 2023). Completed Internal-Internal Exam
6Chief Examiner, "Ph.D: Environmental Sciences, Student: Mutoti MI. (11561868)" (June, 2023 to July, 2023). Completed External Exam
7Chief Examiner, "BSc: Food Science & Technology, 2021/2022 session" (September, 2022 to September, 2022). Completed External Exam
8Examiner, "MSc: Food Science & Technology, Student: Onwuchuruba Sylvia (2017836002P)" (October, 2021 to October, 2021). Completed Internal-Internal Exam
9Examiner, "MSc: Food Science & Technology, Student: Rejoice Chizoba Abah (2018836004F)" (September, 2021 to September, 2021). Completed Internal-Internal Exam
10Examiner, "MSc: Food Science & Technology, Student: Mutshinyani, Muvhuso (11629537) ." (March, 2020 to June, 2020). Completed External Exam
11Examiner, "MSc: Food Science & Technology, Student: Chika Ukamaka Obiorah (2016836001F)" (October, 2019 to October, 2019). Completed Internal-Internal Exam
12Examiner, "MTech: Food Technology, Student: Hardy Zolelwa (209047534)" (May, 2016 to June, 2016). Completed External Exam
Accreditation Panel Memberships
1Member, "NBTE Resource Inspection Visitation" (December, 2015)
2Member, "NBTE Resource Inspection" (June, 2011)
Contributions to the University/Society
1Editor in Chief/LOC member, "9th Regional Food Science and Technology Summit of NIFST East Central Chapter, Enugu, Nigeria" (June, 2023 to June, 2023)
2Editor in Chief/LOC member, "8th Regional Food Science and Technology Summit of NIFST East Central Chapter, Enugu, Nigeria" (June, 2022 to June, 2022)
3Head of Department, "Accreditation for Food Science and Technology Department programme, Faculty of Agriculture, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka." (February, 2021 to February, 2021)
4Supporter, committed to nurturing, empowering and modeling the teenagers and early youth., "Teenagers Transformation Initiative (Teens-Train) a faith based Non-governmental Organization (NGO) at Enugu" (March, 2020)
5Member, "Scholarship and Awards Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria." (August, 2020)
6LOC member/Editorial board, "6th Regional Food Science and Technology Summit of NIFST East Central Chapter, Enugu, Nigeria" (July, 2020 to July, 2020)
7Member, "Welfare Department in Dunamis International Gospel Church Enugu, Enugu State, Nigeria." (October, 2019)
8LOC member/Editorial team, "43rd National Institute of Food Science & Technology, Annual Conference & AGM, Awka, Anambra State" (October, 2019 to October, 2019)
9LOC member/Editorial team, "5th Regional Food Science and Technology Summit of NIFST East Central Chapter, Enugu, Nigeria" (June, 2019 to June, 2019)
10Chairman, "Faculty of Agriculture Committee on Training of Technologists, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (August, 2019 to September, 2019)
11LOC Member:, "4th Regional Food Science and Technology Summit of NIFST East Central Chapter, Awka. Anambra State, Nigeria." (June, 2018 to June, 2018)
12Supporter/committed to transforming lives and giving children a brighter future., "Cornerstone Orphanage Bauchi, Bauchi State, Nigeria" (March, 2017)
13Supporter/teaches students how to encode web content with HTML, "Techwomen, Bauchi, Bauchi State, Nigeria" (June, 2017)
14Member, "Search Team for New Rector, Federal Polytechnic Bauchi, Bauchi State, Nigeria" (July, 2017 to August, 2017)
15Donated textbooks, "Muhammad Wabi Library Federal Polytechnic Bauchi, Bauchi Staten Nigeria" (April, 2016 to April, 2016)
16Paper Presentation titled “Importance of Nutrition in a growing child, its relationship to learning, "Parents Teachers Association (PTA) of Total Child Nursery and Primary School Rafin Zurfi, Gwallameji, Bauchi, Bauchi State, Nigeria" (May, 2014 to May, 2014)
17Coordinator/Empowering young ladies and women, "Eternity Ministries Sisiter's Fellowship" (January, 2013 to September, 2017)
18Ccordinator/Awareness Campaign, "Harmony High School, Yelwa Tudu Bauchi, Bauchi State, Nigeria" (January, 2013 to February, 2015)
19Ccordinator/Awareness Campaign, "Divine International Academy, Yelwa, Bauchi" (January, 2013 to February, 2015)
20Donated textbooks, "Department of Food Science and Technology Federal Polytechnic Bauchi, Bauchi State, Nigeria" (July, 2012 to July, 2012)
21Donated textbooks, "Federal Polytechnic Bauchi Intellectual Property and Technology Transfer Office (IPTTO), Bauchi State, Nigeria" (May, 2012 to May, 2012)
22Area Leader, "Chapel of Victory Ladies Fellowship (Yelwa Tudu Area)" (July, 2012 to June, 2015)
23Donated textbooks to her for her outstanding performance of GPA 4/4, "Donated textbooks to Miss Hazael Ozioma Ajuamiwe, HND 1 FST student, Fed Poly Bauchi" (August, 2011 to August, 2011)
24LOC member, "33rd National Institute of Food Science & Technology, Annual Conference & AGM,Yola, Gongola State" (October, 2009 to October, 2009)

Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies

1Full Member, "Organization for Women in Science for the Developing World, Awka Chapter" (member since 2020), https://owsd.unizik.edu.ng/
2Full Member, "Nigerian Coalition of Eco-social and Health Research" (member since 2019), https://ncehr.org/
3Full Member, "Nigerian Society for Microbiology" - A157 (member since 2011), https://nsm.ng/
4Associate Member, "Nutrition Society of Nigeria" (member since 2010), https://www.nutritionsociety.org/
5Full Member, "Bible Society of Nigeria" - BSN/SM/4758 (member since 2010), https://www.biblesociety-nigeria.org/
6Full Member, "Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria" - BA/T/00242 (member since 2009), https://trcn.gov.ng/
7Professional Member, "Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology" - 99/1476/M (member since 1998), https://nifst.org/

Relevant Events Attended

Conferences
1"9th Regional Food Science and Technology Summit of NIFST, East Central Chapter", (NIFST, East Central Chapter), 9th June, 2023 to 9th June, 2023; Enugu, Enugu State, Nigeria.
2"!st Faculty of Agriculture International Conference", (Faculty of Agriculture), 22nd March, 2023 to 24th March, 2023; Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka Campus, Anambra State,Nigeria.
3"46th Annual conference of NIFST, 17-21st October, Abuja, Nigeria.", (Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology), 17th October, 2022 to 21st October, 2022; Abuja, Nigeria.
4"8th Regional Food Science and Technology Summit of NIFST East Central Chapter.", (East Central Chapter of Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology), 10th June, 2022 to 10th June, 2022; Enugu, Enugu State, Nigeria
5"45th Annual conference of NIFST, 11-15th October 2021, Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria.", (Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology), 11th October, 2021 to 15th October, 2021; Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria.
6"44th Annual conference of NIFST, 14-15th October, Ikeja, Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria.", (NIFST), 14th October, 2020 to 15th October, 2020; Lagos State, Nigeria
7"6th Regional Food Science and Technology Summit of NIFST East Central Chapter.", (NIFST East Central Chapter), 24th July, 2020 to 24th July, 2020; Enugu State, Nigeria.
8"43rd Annual conference proceedings of NIFST, 14-18th October, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria.", (NIFST), 14th October, 2019 to 18th October, 2019; Anambra State, Nigeria.
9"5th Regional Food Science and Technology Summit of NIFST East Central Chapter, 11th June, Enugu, Nigeria.", (NIFST East Central Chapter), 11th June, 2019 to 11th June, 2019; Enugu, Nigeria
10"42nd Annual conference of NIFST, 15-18th October, Abeokuta, Nigeria.", (NIFST), 15th October, 2018 to 18th October, 2018; Abeokuta, Nigeria.
11"4th Regional Food Science and Technology Summit of NIFST East Central Chapter, Awka.", (NIFST, East Central Chapter), 6th June, 2018 to 7th June, 2018; Awka, Nigeria
12"40th Scientific Conference & Annual general meeting of Nigerian Society for Microbiology (NSM) Nigeria.", (Nigerian Society for Microbiology), 5th December, 2017 to 9th December, 2017; Bauchi, Nigeria
13"41st Annual conference of NIFST, 22-26th October, Abuja, Nigeria.", (NIFST), 22nd October, 2017 to 26th October, 2017; Abuja, Nigeria.
14"40th Annual conference of NIFST, 24-26th October, Kano, Nigeria.", (NIFST), 24th October, 2016 to 26th October, 2016; Kano, Nigeria.
15"39th Annual conference of NIFST, 13-16th October 2015, Owerri, Nigeria.", (NIFST), 13th October, 2015 to 16th October, 2015; Owerri, Nigeria
16"Research Symposium on Energy, Environment and Business (RSEEB-2014),", (RSEEB-2014), 15th November, 2014 to 16th November, 2014; Dubai, UAE.
17"38th Annual conference of NIFST, 13-15th October, Lagos, Nigeria.", (NIFST), 13th October, 2014 to 15th October, 2014; Lagos, Nigeria.
18"37th Annual conference of NIFST", (NIFST), 22nd October, 2013 to 26th October, 2013; Abuja, Nigeria.
19"20th SAAFoST Biennial International Congress and Exhibition", (SAAFoST), 7th October, 2013 to 9th October, 2013; Pretoria, South Africa
20"36th Annual conference of NIFST", (NIFST), 15th September, 2012 to 19th October, 2012; Lagos, Nigeria.
21"2nd Federation of Nutrition Societies Conference,", (Nutrition Society of Nigeria), 11th September, 2012 to 16th September, 2012; Abuja, Nigeria.
22"Federal Polytechnic Bauchi, school of Science and Technology National conference, 16 - 18th February. Bauchi, Nigeria", (School of Science and Technology), 16th February, 2011 to 18th February, 2011; Bauchi, Nigeria
23"41st Annual general meeting and scientific conference of Nutrition society of Nigeria, 21 - 25th September, Kaduna, Nigeria", (Nutrition society of Nigeria), 21st September, 2010 to 25th September, 2010; Kaduna, Nigeria
24"33rd Annual conference of NIFST, 12 - 16th October, Yola, Nigeria.", (NIFST), 12th October, 2009 to 16th October, 2009; Yola, Nigeria.
25"32nd Annual conference of NIFST, 13 - 17th October, Ogbomoso, Nigeria.", (NIFST), 13th October, 2008 to 17th October, 2008; Ogbomoso, Nigeria.
26"31st Annual conference of NIFST", (NIFST), 22nd October, 2007 to 25th October, 2007; Abuja, Nigeria
27"29th Annual Conference of NIFST .", (NIFST), 11th October, 2005 to 13th October, 2005; Abakaliki, Nigeria
28"28th Annual Conf. of NIFST.", (NIFST), 12th October, 2004 to 14th October, 2004; Ibadan, Nigeria
29"27th Annual conf. of NIFST.", (NIFST), 13th October, 2003 to 17th October, 2003; Kano, Nigeria.
30"8th National Conference of Science Application of Science for National Development and Exhibition", (Science Application of Science for National Development and Exhibition), 25th June, 2003 to 28th June, 2003; Federal Polytechnic Mubi, Adamawa state, Nigeria.
31"5th National Science & Technology Forum, 28 - 30th November, Kaduna, Nigeria.", (National Science & Technology Forum), 28th November, 2001 to 30th November, 2001; Kaduna, Nigeria
32"24th annual conference (NIFST) at Federal Polytechnic Bauchi and A.T.B.U. 20 - 24th November, Bauchi, Nigeria.", (NIFST), 20th November, 2000 to 24th November, 2000; The Federal Polytechnic Bauchi, Bauchi State
33"22nd Annual Conference (NIFST).", (NIFST), 23rd November, 1998 to 26th November, 2021; Abeokuta, Nigeria.
34"34th Annual conference of NIFST, 18 - 22nd October, Port-Harcourt, Nigeria.", (NIFST), Port-Harcourt, Nigeria
Workshops
1"Grant Writing Skill Acquisition Workshop", (Faculty of Agriculture, and Grant/International Relations Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria.), 17th November, 2021 to 17th November, 2021; Faculty of Agriculture, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria.
2"Intensive Leadership Training facilitated by Institute for National Transformation Team", (The South-East Leadership Impact Movement,Umunze, Orumba South LGA. Anambra State), 8th September, 2015 to 10th September, 2015; Umunze, Orumba South LGA. Anambra State
3"Technical report writing and presentation for the academic staff of the Polytechnic Workshop", (The Federal Polytechnic Bauchi in Collaboration with JOFRAL Consultancy Nig. Ltd), 27th August, 2012 to 30th August, 2012; The Federal Polytechnic Bauchi, Bauchi State
4"EU-ACP Regional workshop for early career scientists and Researchers on Topical root crops", (EU-ACP Project), 4th July, 2011 to 8th September, 2011; University of Agriculture Abeokuta
5"Capacity building workshop on the use of Technology in Curriculum delivery for Polytechnic and Monotechnic Teachers", (Global Straskills Consult Limited), 3rd March, 2009 to 5th March, 2009; The Federal Polytechnic Bauchi, Bauchi State
6"Training workshop on MS Power point presentation for E-Lectures", (UNESCO-Nigeria TVE project in collaboration with Alekanet Ltd), 18th December, 2006 to 20th December, 2006; The Federal Polytechnic Bauchi, Bauchi State
7"The Federal Polytechnic Bauchi Research Workshop", (Academtaff of the Federal Polytechnic Bauchi), 24th August, 2005 to 24th August, 2005; The Federal Polytechnic Bauchi, Bauchi State
8"National Board for Technical Education (NBTE),Training workshop on Food Technology", (National Board for Technical Education (NBTE)), 24th July, 1998 to 24th July, 1998; The Federal Polytechnic Bauchi, Bauchi State
Seminars
1"Special Evangelism and Leadership seminar", (Eternity Ministries Bauchi, Bauchi State.tea), 22nd May, 2009 to 23rd May, 2009; Awala Hotel Bauchi, Bauchi State, Nigeria
2"Advanced digital Appreciation Program-Tertiary (ADAPT) Training", (Digital Bridge Institute), 14th April, 2008 to 18th April, 2008; University of Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria
3"UNESCO-Nigeria TVE project Intensive computer training Course", (UNESCO-Nigeria TVE project), 31st May, 2007 to 19th September, 2021; The Federal Polytechnic Bauchi, Bauchi State