Dr. Chibuzor Collins Odidika
Dr. Chibuzor Collins Odidika is a LECTURER I in PURE AND INDUSTRIAL CHEMISTRY Department, Faculty Of Physical Sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
I am Dr. Collins Chibuzor Odidika, a lecturer in the department of Pure and Industrial Chemistry, Faculty of Physical Sciences. My area of specialization is Analytical/Environmental Chemistry.
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Address: | Pure And Industrial Chemistry, Faculty Of Physical Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES |
Department/Sub-Unit: | PURE AND INDUSTRIAL CHEMISTRY |
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Interest Areas
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Doctor of Philosophy, November, 2025) October, 2020 to November, 2025 Ph.D Pure And Industrial Chemistry |
| 2 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State.. (Master Degree, July, 2017) September, 2013 to July, 2017 M.Sc. Pure And Industrial Chemistry |
| 3 | Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Uli, Anambra State.. (Bachelor Degree, December, 2011) September, 2006 to July, 2010 B.Sc. Pure And Industrial Chemistry |
| 4 | Holy Ghost Juniorate Seminary School, Ihiala, Anambra State.. (SSCE, June, 2006) September, 2000 to July, 2006 |
| 5 | Holy Angel Nursery And Primary School, Orile – Iganmu, Lagos State.. (FSLC, August, 2000) September, 1994 to July, 2000 |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Lecturer, Pre-Science Programme, UNIZIK February, 2024 to Present |
| 2 | Lecturer I, Pure and industrial Chemistry Department October, 2023 to Present |
| 3 | Member, Faculty of Physical Sciences Health, Safety and Environment Committee June, 2023 to April, 2025 |
| 4 | year one Staff Adviser, Pure and industrial Chemistry Department May, 2023 to Present |
| 5 | Head, Sanitation Committee for Departmental Accreditation., Pure and Industrial Chemistry Department, Nnamdi, Azikiwe University, Awka. October, 2022 to April, 2023 |
| 6 | Member, Physical Facilities Accreditation Committee, Pure and Industrial Chemistry Department, NAU October, 2022 to October, 2025 |
| 7 | Member, Dress Code Commitee, Pure and Industrial Chemistry Department, Nnamdi, Azikiwe University, Awka. October, 2021 to October, 2025 |
| 8 | Time Table Coordinator (Assistant), Pure and Industrial Chemistry Department, Nnamdi, Azikiwe University, Awka. October, 2021 to April, 2023 |
| 9 | Lecturer II, Pure And Industrial Chemistry Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State. March, 2020 to September, 2023 |
| 10 | Assistant Lecturer, Pure And Industrial Chemistry Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State. March, 2019 to March, 2020 |
| 11 | Chemistry Lecturer, School Of Medical Laboratory Technicians, Our Lady Of Lourdes Hospital Complex, Ihiala, Anambra State. January, 2017 to March, 2019 |
| 12 | Quality Control Officer, Iju Integrated Farms, Ltd, Onitsha, Anambra State. April, 2009 to October, 2009 |
Creative Output
| Books | |
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| 1 | Ohaekenyem, E.C., Offor, C.C., Mmaduakor, E.C., Odidika, C.C., et al. (2024, February) General Inorganic Chemistry Practical Book SCOA Heritage NIgeria Ltd., pp 1-130 |
| 2 | Ohaekenyem, E.C., Odika, I.M. and Odidika, C.C.. (2022, February) Practical Inorganic Chemistry Manual Book Amaka Dreams Ltd., pp 1-55 |
| Journal Articles | |
| 1 | Agu, M.O., Yakubu, S., Ukwubile, C., Onyima, C.S., Odidika, C.C. and Onwuka, C.J. (2025, April), "Morphological and Spectroscopic Characterization of Costus afer Ker Gawl. Leaf on Surface Modification with Archachatina marginata Mucus as a Potential Carrier for Anti-diabetic Therapy", Indonesian Journal of Green Chemistry, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 12-20 |
| 2 | Okpoji, A.U., Umeocho, C.E., Nwokoye, J.N., Ezekwueme, O.I., Alaekwe, I.O., Odidika, C.C., Owughara, C.N., Enyi, C.M. and Kolawole, O.O.. (2025, August), "Environmental Assessment of Heavy Metals and Hydrocarbon Pollution in Surface Waters of Oil- Bearing Communities in Andoni, Rivers State, Nigeria", International Journal of Modern Science and Research Technology, Vol. 3, (Issue 8), pp 22 - 30 |
| 3 | Odidika, C.C., Okoye, P-A.C. and Nnabude, C.I.. (2025, October), "Determination of Water-Soluble and Fat-Soluble Vitamins in Margarines Marketed in Nigeria", Indonesian Journal of Green Chemistry, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 84-89 |
| 4 | Odidika, C.C. and Okoye, P-A.C.. (2025, October), "Analysis of Fat-Soluble and Water-Soluble Vitamins in Edible Vegetable Oils Consumed in Nigeria", Journal of Sustainable Research and Development (JSRD), Vol. 1, (Issue 2), pp 32-37 |
| 5 | Omuku, P.E., Onuigbo, U.A., Onyeije, U.C. and Odidika, C.C. (2024, March), "Sorption Potential of Domestic Waste as A Low-Cost Absorbent for Removal of Cu(ii) And Pb(ii) Ions from Aqueous Solution of Industrial Waste Effluents.", ICONIC RESEARCH AND ENGINEERING JOURNALS (IRE), Vol. 7, (Issue 9), pp 307-317 |
| 6 | Agu, M.O., Kyakyaidi, U., Odidika, C.C. and Agha, I.I. (2024, April), "Physical quality assessment of selected made in Nigeria synthetic surfactants for surface activity in Bali, Taraba State, Nigeria", African Scientific Reports, Vol. 3, (Issue 164), pp 1-10 |
| 7 | Odika, I.M., Odidika, C.C., Muobike, C.M. and Okoye, C.O. (2023, August), "Dietary Exposure, Risk and Toxicological Evaluation of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons in Some Grains (Beans, Soya Beans, Corn, Guinea Corn) from Markets in Nigeria", International Journal of Environmental Protection and Policy, Vol. 11, (Issue 4), pp 63-73 |
| 8 | Okafor, V.N., Omokpariola, D.O., Agu, M.O., Odidika, C.C., Okabekwa, C.V., Ogbuo, L.C. and Obiatuegwu, M.C.. (2023, February), "Assessment of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) in Alcoholic Beverages Consumed in Awka, Southeast, Nigeria", Bulletin of Chemical Society of Ethiopia, Vol. 37, (Issue 4), pp 805-815 |
| 9 | Sunday, K.C., Omuku, P.E., Odidika, C.C., Emenike, E.C., Eshiemogie, S.O. and Iwuozor, K.O.. (2023, April), "Determination of Sulphite in Wine Samples with the Aid of Three Different Analytical Techniques", Journal of Chemistry Letters, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 30-37 |
| 10 | Omuku, P.E., Odidika, C.C., Ozukwe, A.E. and Iwuozor, K.O.. (2022, March), "A Comparative Evaluation of Rain Water Obtained from Corrugated Sheets within Awka Metropolis, Anambra State.", Iranian (Iranica) Journal of Energy and Environment, Vol. 13, (Issue 2), pp 134-140 |
| 11 | Ochiagha, K.E., Eboagu, N.C., Eze, U.G., Odidika, C.C. and Aralu, C.C.. (2022, August), "Comparative Study Of The Adsorption Effects Of Activated Carbons From Coconut Shell and Groundnut Shell as Absorbents For Metal", European Journal Of Applied Sciences, Vol. 10, (Issue 4), pp 492-507 |
| 12 | Oli, C.C., Okoye, O.N.N., Ezeudu, E.C., Enenche, E.D., Odidika, C.C., Eboatu, A.N. and Ajiwe, V.I.E.. (2021, September), "Chemical Stabilization Of Some Erosion-Prone Soils", ANACHEM JOURNAL, Vol. 11, (Issue 1), pp 3026-3033 |
| 13 | Okonkwo, C.P., Ajiwe, V.I.E., Obiadi, M.C., Odidika, C.C. and Okwu, M.. (2021, October), "Kinetics and Transesterification of the Oil Obtained from Cussonia Bateri (Jansa Seed) as a Step in Biodiesel Production Using Natural Heterogeneous Catalyst", American Journal of Applied Chemistry, Vol. 9, (Issue 5), pp 164-171 |
| 14 | Okafor, V.N., Umennadi, P.U., Odidika, C.C. and Vinna, D.C.. (2021, September), "Metals and Polycyclic Aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in Beer: A Review.", Journal of Chemical Society of Nigeria (CSN), Vol. 46, (Issue 4), pp 0688-0697 |
| 15 | Odidika, C.C., Ajiwe, V.I.E., Eboagu, N.C. and Awuzie, C.I.. (2020, April), "Corrosion Ihibitive Action Of Euphorbia Heterophylla Leaves Extract On Mild Steel In 1M H2SO4 Solution.", Open Science Journal of Analytical Chemistry., Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 1-8 |
| 16 | Odidika, C.C., Eboagu, N.C., Okonkwo, C.P., Oli, C.C. and Okonkwo, T.B.. (2020, July), "Analysis Of Heavy Metal Content In Selected Noodles Sold In Main Market, Onitsha, Anambra State, Nigeria.", Open Science Journal of Bioscience and Bioengineering., Vol. 7, (Issue 2), pp 26-29 |
| 17 | Odidika, C.C., Ajiwe, V.I.E., Eboagu, N.C., Ekwunife, C.M. and Awuzie, C.E.. (2020, June), "Corrosion Inhibition And Adsorption Properties Of Commelina Benghalensis Leaves Extract On Mild Steel In 1M H2SO4 Solution.", Science Journal of Analytical Chemistry, Vol. 8, (Issue 2), pp 86-92 |
| 18 | Eboagu, N.C., Odidika, C.C., Ochiagha, K.E., Nwokoye, J.W. and Ekwunife, C.M.. (2020, October), "Formulation Of Weaning Food From Fonio (Digitaria Exilis Stapf) And Soya Bean (Glycine Max).", Science Journal of Analytical Chemistry, Vol. 8, (Issue 3), pp 122-127 |
| 19 | Ekwunife, C.M., Ajiwe, V.I.E., Odidika, C.C. and Amalu, U.E.. (2020, June), "Synthesis And Characterization Of Vinyl Acetate Grafted Onto Industrial Cellulose.", Science Journal of Chemistry, Vol. 8, (Issue 3), pp 66-71 |
| 20 | Eboagu, N.C., Ajiwe, V.I.E., Ochiagha, K.E., Odidika, C.C. and Nwokoye, J.N.. (2020, July), "Bacteriological Assessment Of Selected Borehole Waters In Njikoka Local Government Area Of Anambra State, Nigeria", IOSR Journal of Environmental science, Toxicology and food Technology., Vol. 14, (Issue 7), pp 27-34 |
| 21 | Eboagu, N.C., Ajiwe, V.I.E., Ochiagha, K.E. and Odidika, C.C.. (2020, January), "Elemental Assessment Of Borehole Waters In Njikoka Local Government Area Of Anambra State, Nigeria.", Anachem Journal, Vol. 10, (Issue 1), pp 1881-1891 |
| 22 | Eboagu, N.C., Ajiwe, V.I.E. and Odidika, C.C., (2018).. (2018, August), "Physiochemical Parameters Of Water From Selected Boreholes Utilized As Portable Water.", International Journal of Environmental Science and Technology, Vol. 16, (Issue 7), pp 3605-3614 |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | Odidika, C.C. (2026, March), "Oil Extraction, Biodiesel Synthesis, Blending and Characterization of Biodiesel from Paw Paw Seed Oil", Chemical Society of Nigeria, Anambra State Chapter |
| 2 | Odidika, C.C.. (2026, March), "Effect of Ginger on Shelf Life of Complementary Foods made from Local Materials: A Nutrient Stability Study", Chemical Society of Nigeria, Anambra State Chapter |
| 3 | Agu, M.O., Shedrack, Y., Odidika, C.C., Okafor, V.N., Agha, I.I. (2023, September), "Production and Characterization of different smokeless briquettes using agro-waste ( rice chaff, maize con and saw dust) materials", CHEMICAL SOCIETY OF NIGERIA |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Reviewerships | |
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| 1 | Reviewer, "Endocrine disruption potential of pharmaceutical residues and parasitological responses to heavy metal pollution in Ikot Abasi Estuary, Akwa ibom state, Nigeria" (March, 2026) |
| 2 | Reviewer, "Integrated Electrical Resistivity and Hydrochemical Investigation of Groundwater Contamination Around Hospital Waste Disposal Sites in Katsina State, Nigeria" (March, 2026) |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Member, "Faculty of Physical Sciences Internal Security Committee" (March, 2025) |
| 2 | Chemistry coordinator, "Pre-Science Programme, UNIZIK" (February, 2024) |
| 3 | Lecturer, "Pre-Science Programme, UNIZIK" (February, 2024 to August, 2026) |
| 4 | Coordinator, chemistry quiz competition, NNEWI ZONE, "CHEMICAL SOCIETY OF NIGERIA" (May, 2024) |
| 5 | Chemistry Coordinator, "Special Task Force on Vetting Compilation and Producing of Pre-Science Results for 2023/2024 Academic Session" (October, 2024 to October, 2024) |
| 6 | RA/Ward Collation Officer for House of Assembly Election, "Independent National Electoral Commission" (March, 2023 to March, 2023) |
| 7 | Member, "Faculty of Physical Sciences, NAU, Health, Safety and Environment Committee" (June, 2023 to February, 2025) |
| 8 | RA/Ward Collation Officer for Presidential and National Assembly Elections, "Independent National Electoral Commission" (February, 2023 to February, 2023) |
| 9 | Member, "Physical Facilities Accreditation Committee" (October, 2022 to October, 2023) |
| 10 | Assistant Time-Table coordinator, "Departmental Time-Table Commitee" (October, 2021) |
| 11 | Member, "Departmental Dress Code Commitee" (October, 2021 to August, 2022) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "Chemical Society of Nigeria" - CSN/ ANA/ 19/ 05083 (member since 2019), https://chemsociety.org.ng/ |
| 2 | Graduate Member, "Nigeria Institute of Management (Chartered)" - 190603 (member since 2012), https://nim.ng |
| 3 | Associate Member, "Institute of Professional Managers and Administrators of Nigeria (IPMA)" - IPMA NO/ASS/1387 (member since 2012), https://www.ipma.org.ng |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "16th ANACHEM WORKSHOP/ EXHIBITION CONFERENCE", (CHEMICAL SOCIETY OF NIGERIA, ANAMBRA STATE CHAPTER), 25th March, 2026 to 28th March, 2026; COOU, Uli Campus, Anambra State |
| 2 | "46th International Conference, Workshop and Exhibition", (CHEMICAL SOCIETY OF NIGERIA), 17th September, 2023 to 22nd September, 2023; UNIZIK, AWKA, ANAMBRA STATE |
| 3 | "International Conference on Biotechnology for Food Security and Human Health", (UNESCO International Centre for Biotechnology, Nsukka), 16th November, 2022 to 17th November, 2022; Zoom |
| 4 | "IUPAC CHEMRAWN XXVII E-Waste in Africa (44th International Conference of the Chemical Society of Nigeria)", (Chemical Society of Nigeria), 7th November, 2021 to 11th November, 2021; Abuja |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "Levelup Anambra Digital Skills Training on Productivity Tools and Basic Digital Literacy", (Solution Innovation District), 15th June, 2023 to 15th June, 2023; Zoom and Telegram |
| 2 | "Preventing Crime, Promoting Safety and Emergency Preparedness in Private Schools in Nigeria", (African Institute of Crime Prevention and Promotion of Public Safety), 9th March, 2022 to 10th March, 2022; Awka, Nigeria |
| 3 | "Hands-On training Grant Workshop for USA Grant Application", (Faculty of Physical Sciences, NAU, Awka in Collaboration with the Faculty Grant Writing and Development Committee), 2nd February, 2022 to 2nd February, 2022; Maths Hall, Faculty of Physical Sciences, NAU, Awka |
| 4 | "Nanoscience and Technology: The New Frontiers", (Chemical Society of Nigeria (CSN) Imo State Chapter), 19th October, 2021 to 20th October, 2021; Imo State |
| 5 | "Spectroscopy And Structure Elucidation (UV, IR, MS,NMR)", (Chemical Society of Nigeria (CSN), Imo State Chapter), 17th July, 2019 to 18th July, 2019; Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria. |
| 6 | "Post Graduate Research and Workshop", (College of Postgraduate Studies, NAU, Awka.), 31st October, 2016 to 4th November, 2016; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| Seminars | |
| 1 | "Academic Seminar on Staff-Students Relationship: A Catalyst for a Sustainable University System", (Pure and Industrial Chemistry Department, NAU, Awka.), 30th June, 2023 to 30th June, 2023; ICH Final Year Classroom, NAU, Awka |
| 2 | "Academic Seminar Course on Thesis and Dissertation Writing", (Open Premium Academy), 22nd June, 2023 to 8th July, 2023; Zoom and Whatsapp platform |
| 3 | "Academic Seminar on Ethics in the University", (Pure and Industrial Chemistry Department, NAU, Awka.), 25th November, 2021 to 25th November, 2021; Ich Final Year Classroom, NAU, Awka |
| 4 | "Academic Seminar on Technical Elements of writing Good Academic Work", (Pure and Industrial Chemistry Department, NAU, Awka.), 28th October, 2021 to 28th October, 2021; Ich Final Year Classroom, NAU, Awka |
| 5 | "Academic Presentations and Design (Oral, Poster and Virtual)", (Pure and Industrial Chemistry Department, NAU, Awka.), 30th September, 2021 to 30th September, 2021; Ich Final Year Classroom, NAU, Awka |
| 6 | "Academic Writing and Publications", (Pure and Industrial Chemistry Department, NAU, Awka.), 27th August, 2021 to 27th August, 2021; Ich Final Year Classroom, NAU, Awka |
| 7 | "Seminar on use of google scholar and central information referencing and management system (CIRMS)", (Pure and Industrial Chemistry Department, NAU, Awka.), 23rd July, 2021 to 23rd July, 2021; Ich Final Year Classroom, NAU, Awka |