Dr. Maduabuchukwu Theophilus Ikegwu
Dr. Maduabuchukwu Theophilus Ikegwu is a SENIOR LECTURER in FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Department, Faculty Of Agriculture in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
Dr. Ikegwu, Theophilus M.is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Food Science and Technology at the Faculty of Agriculture, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. He obtained his PhD in Food Science and Technology from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka. Theo is a dedicated teacher, researcher, and publisher with many publications to his credit. Currently, he had serve as the ICT Officer for the Department of Food Science and Technology at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. Throughout his career, he have been actively involved in various university committees. His contributions include serving on the Greening Committee in and the Research and Publication Committee at Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai, Niger State, as well as the Environmental and Tree Planting Committee at Madonna University, Akpugo Campus. Additionally, he is the departmental research grant coordinator, a former departmental SIWES Coordinator, and a member of several faculty committees. I have also had the privilege of serving as the LOC Secretary for the Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology for three terms, both at the national and regional levels. With numerous research grants to his name, he was honored to be a fellow of the National Office for Technology Acquisition and Promotion.
Personal Information
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Address: | Food Science And Technology, Faculty Of Agriculture, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE |
Department/Sub-Unit: | FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY |
Interest Areas
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | University of Nigeria, Nsukka. (Doctor of Philosophy, March, 2023) March, 2013 to February, 2023 PhD Food Processing |
| 2 | University Of Nigeria, Nsukka. (Master Degree, May, 2013) February, 2010 to May, 2012 M. Sc. Food Processing Technology |
| 3 | Central School, Oshiri. (FSLC, October, 2010) January, 1989 to July, 1994 FSLC First School Leaving Certificate |
| 4 | University Of Nigeria, Nsukka. (Bachelor Degree, October, 2008) February, 2003 to August, 2008 B. Sc Food Science And Technology |
| 5 | Oshiri Community Secondary School. (SSCE, May, 2000) September, 1994 to June, 2000 Senior Secondary School Certificate |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Departmental PG Coordinator, Federal University, Wukari February, 2025 to February, 2026 |
| 2 | Senior Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka October, 2023 to September, 2026 |
| 3 | Trainee, Taylor & Francis Group June, 2022 to June, 2022 |
| 4 | Assistant Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka June, 2017 to May, 2049 |
| 5 | Acting HOD, Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai March, 2015 to May, 2015 |
| 6 | Assistant Lecturer, Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai December, 2013 to May, 2017 |
| 7 | Assistant Lecturer, Madonna University, Akpugo Campus March, 2013 to November, 2013 |
| 8 | Assistant Production Manager, Ok Foods Ltd June, 2006 to November, 2006 |
Creative Output
| Books | |
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| 1 | Ikegwu, T.M., Orishagbemi, C.O., Balogu, D.O., Sanda, M. E.. (2015, August) Process Development, Production And Evaluation Of Egg Powder (whole Egg, Yolk An Albumin) And Analogue Egg Product As Suitable Ingredients For Industrial Utilization Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai |
| Book Chapters | |
| 1 | Theophilus M. Ikegwu, Clement C. Ezegbe, Chioke A. Okolo and Chigozie A. Ofoedu. (2022, April) Postharvest Preservation Technology of Cereals and Legumes IntechOpen, pp 1-19 |
| 2 | Theophilus M. Ikegwu, Clement C. Ezegbe, Eunice N. Odo, Chioke A. Okolo, Joy C. Mba, Helen O. Agu. (2022, December) Processing of Oilseeds in the Tropics: Prospects and Challenges IntechOpen, doi: 10.5772/intechopen.106247, pp 1-19 |
| Journal Articles | |
| 1 | Okolo, C. A., Umego, E. C., Ikegwu, T. M., Okafor, G. I.,. (2025, May), "Development and Quality Assessment of Extruded Snack Products from Brewer's Spent Grain, Wheat Flour and Soy Protein Isolate Blends", Asian Journal of Food Research and Nutrition, Vol. 4, (Issue 2), pp 551-560 |
| 2 | Theophilus M. Ikegwu, Chioke A. Okolo, James E. Obiegbuna. (2024, May), "Evaluation Of Physicochemical And Sensory Properties Of Gruel From Maize-Millet Composite Flours Fortified With Defatted Soybean Flour", EC Nutrition, Vol. 19, (Issue 5), pp 01-15 |
| 3 | Ikegwu, T. M., Manulu, I. J., Anene, N. M., Eze-Nwandu, M. C. and Mba, C. J.,. (2024, October), "Production and Quality Evaluation of Soy-Tigernut Milk", Research Journal of Food Science and Nutrition, Vol. 9, (Issue 5), pp 136-152 |
| 4 | P. C. Ibe, R.C. Ejike, T.M. Ikegwu, H.O. Agu,. (2024, October), "Chemical composition, physical, functional, and sensory properties of cakes produced from blends of wheat, orange-fleshed sweet potato and moringa seed flours", Nigerian Food Journal, Vol. 42, (Issue 2), pp 117-130 |
| 5 | Theophilus M. Ikegwu, Chika U. Obiora, Joy C. Mba, Eunice N. Odo, Nkemakonam M. Anene. (2023, March), "Nutritional, Phytochemical and Sensory Properties of Herbal Tea: Cymbopogon citratus, Moringa oleifera and Zingiber officinale", Journal of Advances in Food Science and Technology, Vol. 10, (Issue 3), pp 1-14 |
| 6 | Theophilus M. Ikegwu, Tochuchukwu V. Balogu, Nwakaego L. Iroagba, Chigozie F. Okoyeuzu, Chika U. Obiora, Dennis O. Balogu, Helen O. Agu. (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, https://ikprress.org/index.php/JAFSAT/article/view/8125 |
| 7 | Ikegwu, T. M., Iro Nkama, Okafor, G. I.,. (2023, February), "Comparative Studies of the Proximate, Microscopic and Thermal Properties of Processed Maize, Wheat, Millet, Cassava and Bambara Nut Flours", Acta Scientific NUTRITIONAL HEALTH, Vol. 7, (Issue 2), pp 38-47 |
| 8 | Odoh E. N., Maduabuchi, I. L., Ikegwu, T. M., Okolo, C. A., MBA, C. J., Ezegbe, C. C., Olubusayo, K. O., Obiegbuna, J. E.. (2022, April), "Comparative Study on Proximate, Phytochemical and Sensory Evaluation of Asystasia gangetica and Market Herbal Tea", American Journal of Food and Nutrition, Vol. 10, (Issue 1), pp 24-27 |
| 9 | Theophilus M. Ikegwu, Chika U. Obiora, Joy C. Mba, Eunice N. Odo, Nkemakonam M. Anene. (2022, May), "Effect of Thermal Processing Conditions on the Physicochemical and Moisture-Sorption Characteristics of Two Cocoyam (Colocasia esculenta) Varieties", Asian Food Science Journal, Vol. 21, (Issue 7), pp 35-52, 10.9734/afsj/2022/v21i730439 |
| 10 | T. M. Ikegwu, B.A. Ikediashi, C. A. Okolo, E. N. Ezembu. (2021, April), "Publication Preview Source Effect Of Some Processing Methods On The Chemical And Functional Properties Of Complementary Foods From Millet-soybean Flour Blends", Cogent Foods and Agriculture |
| 11 | Johnny Ogunji, Stanley Iheanacho, Chinwe Victoria Ogunji ,Michael Olaolu , Vivian Oleforuh-Okoleh, Nuria Amaechi, Esther David, Onyekachi Ndukauba, Th. (2020, November), "Counting the Cost: Effect of COVID 19 on household Food Security in South East Nigeria", Sustainability, Vol. 13, (Issue 22), pp 12417 |
| 12 | Theophilus M. Ikegwu, Ekene Umego, Chigozie F. Okoyeuzu. (2020, October), "Analytical Study To Screen The Quality Of Ginger Slices Using Different Drying Methods With Various Chemical Pre-Treatments", RAS Agricultural Science and Technology, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 1-6 |
| 13 | James E. Obiegbuna, Eunice N. Ezembu, Theophilus M. Ikegwu. (2019, March), "Quality Assessment Of Vended Steamed Bambara Groundnut (Voandzeia Subterranean) Paste In Ifite, Awka, Nigeria", International Journal of Food Science and Nutrition, Vol. 4, (Issue 2), pp 117-122 |
| 14 | Balogu D.O., Iesha Anderson-Hall, Balogu T. V., Ikegwu T.M. and Adam Z.. (2017, May), "Effect of the stage of maturity of pasture-forages at harvest time on nutritional and biochemical components, bulk production, and digestibility in small ruminants", Journal of Foods, Natural and Life Sciences, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 14-22 |
| 15 | Ikegwu, T.M., Balogu, T.V., Balogu, D.O., Kolo, S.I. and Okoyeuzu, F.C.. (2017, January), "Studies On The Whipping Characteristics And Yield Of Dehydrated Hen’s Egg", Nigerian Food Journal, Vol. 35, (Issue 1), pp 60-69 |
| 16 | Tochukwu V. Balogu, Theophilus M. Ikegwu, Fatimah Jubrin, Chidinma Akpadolu, Kenechi Akpadolu. (2017, April), "MODELING THE SENSORY SHELF LIFE OF MANGO JUICE STORED AT UNCERTAIN CONDITION USING PH FACTOR", Annals. Food Science and Technology, Vol. 18, (Issue 1), pp 29-37 |
| 17 | Tochukwu Vincent Balogu, Aisha Abdulkadir, Maduabuchukwu Theophilus Ikegwu, Blessing Akpadolu. (2016, December), "Production And Sensory Evaluation Of Non-Alcoholic Wine FromSugarcane And Tiger Nut Blend Using Saccharomyces Cerevisiae", International Journal of BioSciences, Agriculture and Technology, Vol. 7, (Issue 2), pp 7-14 |
| 18 | Kolo, S. I., Balogu, D. O., Ikegwu, T. M., Balogu, V. T. and Babatunde, J.. (2016, December), "Development And Production Of Nutritious Snacks (Cookies) With Potato And Orange Peels", Journal of Foods, Natural and Life Sciences, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 48-52 |
| 19 | Balogu, T. V., Balogu, D. O., Ikegwu, T. M., Akpadolu, C. B., Akpadolu, K. C. and Suleiman, H.. (2016, January), "Comparative Studies Of Pre-Heat Effect On Yoghurts Of Cow Milk And Soybeans Milk", Journal of Foods, Natural and Life Sciences, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 24-30 |
| 20 | C.I. Owuamanam, T. M. Ikegwu, M. M. Ayim. (2016, ), "Comparative Evaluation Of Some Properties Of Native And Oxidized Cassava, Yam And Rice Starches", Nigerian Food Journal, Vol. 34, (Issue 2), pp 1-8 |
| 21 | Ikegwu, T. M., Balogu, V. T., Balogu, D. O., Kolo, S. I., Babatunde, J.. (2016, March), "Physical Properties Of Hen's Egg", Journal of Foods, Natural and Life Sciences, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 16-23 |
| 22 | Balogu, T. V., Balogu, D. O., Ikegwu, M. I., Akpadolu, C. B., Akpadolu, K. C. and Mohammed, M. (2016, March), "Bacterial And Vapour Porosity Of Polyethylene Materials Used For Sachet Water (Pure Water) Packaging In Nigeria", Journal of Foods, Natural and Life Sciences, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 70-75 |
| 23 | Theophilus Maduabuchukwu Ikegwu, Gabriel Ifeanyi Okafor, Izuchukwu Shedrach Ochiogu. (2015, ), "Effect Of Preservation Methods Of Oil Palm (Elaeis Guineensis) Sap On Health Status Of Male Wistar Rats", American Journal of Food Science and Technology, Vol. 3, (Issue 5), pp 137-144 |
| 24 | Theophilus M. Ikegwu, Jude O. Iwouno. (2015, ), "Effect Of Preservation Methods Of Oil Palm (Elaeis Guineensis) Sap And Wine On The Mineral And Vitamin Compositions For Reproductive Health", Food Science and Quality Management, Vol. 43, pp 14-20 |
| 25 | Ikegwu, T.M., Okafor, G.I., Ochiogu, I. S.. (2014, August), "Effect Of Preservation Methods Of Oil Palm Sap (Elaeis Guineensis) On The Reproductive Indices Of Male Wistar Rats", Journal of Medicinal Foods, Vol. 17, (Issue 12), pp 1368–1374 |
| Thesis | |
| 1 | Theophilus M. Ikegwu. (2023, February), "Production, Optimization and Characterization of Wheat, Maize, Millet and Cassava Flour Based Noodles.". |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | Ojiego, M. E., Ikegwu, T. M.. (2024, June), "EFFECT OF SUGAR REPLACEMENT WITH DATE PALM PULP (Pheonix dactilyfera),BAKING TEMPERATURE AND TIME ON THE QUALITIES OF PLANTAIN (MusaParadisiaca) COOKIES", Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology, Vol. 10, pp 89-93 |
| 2 | Mark, D. C., Ikegwu, T. M., Kolawole, O. O.. (2024, June), "PRODUCTION AND QUALITY EVALUATION OF MALT DRINK FROM MILLET(Pennisetum glaucum) AND SORGHUM (Sorghum bicolor)", Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology, Vol. 10, pp 28-31 |
| 3 | Osuagwu, J. O., Ikegwu, T. M.. (2024, June), "PRODUCTION AND QUALITY CHARACTERISTICS OF MAIZE-MILLET PAPFORTIFIED WITH GINGER AND PALM OIL", Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology, Vol. 10, pp 23-27 |
| 4 | Ezembu, E. N., Onwuka, G. I., Okolo, C. A. and Ikegwu, T. M.. (2019, November), "Sub-acute Anti-diabetic Study Of Ethanolic Extract Of Abutilon Mauritianum Leaf On Alloxan Induced Rats", The International Institute of Knowledge Management |
| 5 | T. M. Ikegwu, T. V. BALOGU, D. O. Balogu, H. O. Agu. (2018, June), "PROXIMATE AND FUNCTIONAL PROPERTIES OF GURASA FROM WHEAT-CASSAVA COMPOSITE FLOURS FORTIFIED WITH SOYBEAN FLOUR USING MIXTURE DESIGN", Proceedings of the 4th Regional Food Science and Technology Conference, Awka |
| 6 | Okoyeuzu, C. F., Ikegwu, T. M., Okoye, E. C., Nwosu, A. N. and Ijoma, V. C.. (2018, August), "EFFECT OF DRYING METHODS AND CHEMICAL PRE-TREATMENTS ON PROXIMATE COMPOSITION OF GINGER SLICES", Proceedings of the 4th Regional Food Science and Technology Conference, Awka |
| 7 | Ikegwu, T. M., Iro Nkama, Okafor, G. I.,. (2018, October), "Comparative studies of the proximate, microscopic and thermal properties of processed maize, wheat, millet, cassava and bambara nut flours", PULSUS, World Congress on Advanced Food Science and Technology |
| 8 | Ikegwu, T.M., Nkama, I., Okafor, G.I.. (2018, October), "Comparative Studies Of The Proximate, Microscopic And Thermal Properties Of Processed Maize, Wheat, Millet, Cassava And Bambara Nut Flours", Journal of Foods and Nutritional Disorders, Vol. 7 |
| 9 | T. M. Ikegwu and J. O. Iwouno. (2015, October), "Effect Of Preservation Methods Of Oil Palm (Elaeis Guineensis) Sap And Wine On Their Mineral Content", Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology, Vol. 39 |
| 10 | Theophilus M. Ikegwu, Clifford I. Owuamanam and Monica M. Ayim. (2015, May), "Proximate and physicochemical properties of modified cassava, yam and rice starches", Biosciences Research Support Foundation (BRSF), Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 130-143 |
| 11 | Okafor, G. I. and Ikegwu, T. M.. (2011, October), "Effects Of Freezing And Thawing On The Vitamin And Microbial Contents Of Palm Sap And Palm Wine", Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology |
| 12 | Okafor, G. I. and Ikegwu, T. M.. (2009, October), "Sensory Profile Of Mixed Fruit Juices From Blends Of Soursop/pineapple And Oil Palm Sap", Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology |
| Other Relevant Publications | |
| 1 | Ogunji, J., Iheanacho, S., Ogunji, C.V., Olaolu, M., Oleforuh-Okoleh, V., Amaechi, N., David, E., Ndukauba, O., Ikegwu, T.M., Biamba, C., Chinonyerem,. "Household Hunger And Coping Strategies In South-Eastern Nigeria During Corona Virus Lockdown", (Preprint, 2021 April) |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Grants | |
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| 1 | Awardee: "Development and Processing of nutritional Beverages from Mango Fruits (Manginifera Indica) and tigernut (cyperus esculentu) in Northern Nigeria to enhance nutritional food safety" (May, 2016 to October, 2016). Completed sponsored grant by TETFund |
| 2 | Awardee: "PhD Research Fellowship" (May, 2016 to May, 2021). Completed sponsored grant by NOTAP (National Office for Technology Acquisition and Promotion) |
| 3 | Awardee: "Process Development, production and evaluation of egg powder and analogue egg product as suitable ingredient for industrial production" (February, 2015 to June, 2015). Completed sponsored grant by TETFund |
| Editorships | |
| 1 | Editor, "EC Nutrition" (March, 2024) |
| 2 | Editor, "Research Journal of Food Science and Technology" (December, 2024) |
| 3 | Editor, "Journal of Foods, Natural and Life Sciences" (November, 2016) |
| Reviewerships | |
| 1 | Reviewer, "Effect of Incorporating Oat Flour and Sourdough on the Sensory and Technological Characteristics of Bread" (January, 2025) |
| 2 | Reviewer, "Effects of temperature on the physicochemical properties and total phenolic content of red and green chilies during postharvest storage" (February, 2025) |
| 3 | Reviewer, "World Journal of Food Science and Technology" (August, 2024) |
| 4 | Reviewer, "Effects of different thermal processing on amino acid, fatty acid and volatile flavor substance contents of Aohan millet" (April, 2024) |
| 5 | Reviewer, "Thermal evaluation of solar dryers and the effect on the antioxidant and some physicochemical properties of Agastache mexicana and Rosmarinus officinalis" (April, 2024) |
| 6 | Reviewer, "Nutritional composition, phytochemical, and functional properties of six soybean varieties cultivated in Cameroon" (November, 2023) |
| 7 | Reviewer, "Legume Science" (December, 2023) |
| 8 | Reviewer, "Application of Spices in Foods: Consumer Preferences, Knowledge of Health Benefits and Quality of Dried Ginger" (September, 2022) |
| 9 | Reviewer, "Effect of Different Processing Methods on the Chemical Composition, Antioxidant Activity and Lipid Quality of Tiger Nuts (Cyperus esculentus)" (March, 2022) |
| 10 | Reviewer, "Nutritional composition of local ingredients used to prepare porridges for vulnerable people in Maroua (far- north region, Cameroon)y and Lipid Quality of Tiger Nuts (Cyperus esculentus)" (April, 2022) |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Local Organising Committee (LOC) Secretary, "Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology" (February, 2024 to June, 2024) |
| 2 | Faculty Rep, "Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU)" (August, 2023) |
| 3 | Assistant Editor-in-Chief, "Regional Foods Science and Technology Summit (ReFoSTS)" (April, 2023 to June, 2023) |
| 4 | Elsevier Advisory Panel, "Elsevier" (March, 2021 to December, 2021) |
| 5 | Collation Officer for Supplementary Election, "Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)" (January, 2020 to January, 2020) |
| 6 | Secretary, Local Organizing Committee (LOC) of Annual General Meeting/Conference, "Nigeria Institute of Food Science and Technology" (October, 2019 to October, 2019) |
| 7 | Secretary, Local Organizing Committee (LOC) of Regional Food Science and Technology Summit/Conferenc, "Nigeria Institute of Food Science and Technology, East Central Chapter" (June, 2019 to June, 2019) |
| 8 | Collation Officer, "Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)" (February, 2019 to February, 2019) |
| 9 | Collation Office for HA, "Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)" (March, 2019 to March, 2019) |
| 10 | PRO, "FST UNN Alumni" (July, 2017 to April, 2024) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "Institute of Food Technologist" (member since 2018), https://www.ift.org/ |
| 2 | Full Member, "Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology" - 06/4001/M (member since 2010), https://nifst.org/page/34/?p=craps-online |
| 3 | Student Member, "Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology" - 06/4001/S (member since 2006), https://nifst.org/page/34/?p=craps-online |
Relevant Events Attended
| Webinar | |
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| 1 | "Leveraging South-South and Triangular Cooperation: Inclusive and Technological Innovations for Urban Health and Disaster Risk Reduction", (UNDRR-UNOSSC-PAHO), Zoom |
| Other Events | |
| 1 | "World Congress On Advanced Food Science And Technology", (PULSUS Group), 15th October, 2018 to 31st July, 2021; Paris, France |
| 2 | "1ST INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON BIOSCIENCES RESEARCH (ICBR) – AWKA 2015At: Awka, Anambra State", (Biosciences Research Support Foundation (BRSF)), 25th May, 2015 to 29th May, 2015; Sun-City Hotel, Awka |