Mr. Alexander Uzochukwu Ogbunugwor
Mr. Alexander Uzochukwu Ogbunugwor is a LECTURER I in ADULT EDUCATION Department, Faculty Of Education in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
|  |
Staff Profile
Alexander Ogbunugwor is a lecturer in Department of Adult and Continuing Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Anambra State of Nigeria. He is experienced in community development and education for marginalized group. He has taught for several years in the university. He is skilled in Research and Development, especially; community development and education for marginalized group like prison inmates and herders. He belongs to several professional bodies and volunteering groups.
He can be reached on [email protected]
Personal Information
Email: | |
Phone: | |
Address: | Adult Education, Faculty Of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF EDUCATION |
Department/Sub-Unit: | ADULT EDUCATION |
Social Profiles
Interest Areas
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
|---|---|
| 1 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Master Degree, July, 2021) March, 2018 to July, 2021 Degree Of Master Of Education (M.Ed) Community Development |
| 2 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Bachelor Degree, March, 2016) September, 2012 to July, 2015 BSc (Ed) Adult Education (Mass Communication) |
| 3 | Comprehensive Secondary School Umuzike Orlu L.G.A Imo State. (NECO, April, 2008) June, 2005 to July, 2007 National Examination Council Senior School Certificate |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Faculty Representative of ASUU NAU, Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka July, 2025 to Present |
| 2 | Election Official for Faculty of Education Students, Faculty of Education Election Board June, 2025 to Present |
| 3 | Departmental Liaison Officer, Academic Staff Union Universities (ASUU) Nnamdi Azikiwe University October, 2023 to Present |
| 4 | Member, Faculty of Education Committee on Teaching Practice December, 2022 to Present |
| 5 | Assistant Secretary, Journal of Research in Adult and Continuing Education JORIACE January, 2022 to Present |
| 6 | Member, Faculty of Education Committee on Environment and Utilities July, 2021 to Present |
| 7 | Departmental Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Officer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka January, 2020 to Present |
| 8 | Secretary, Faculty Of Education Committee On Environment And Utilities December, 2019 to Present |
| 9 | Member, Department Of Adult And Continuing Education Accreditation Committee, 2019 October, 2019 to Present |
| 10 | Graduate Assistant, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka March, 2019 to August, 2021 |
| 11 | Graduate Assistant, Personal Assistant To Director General, Anambra State Project Monitoring And Maintenance March, 2017 to March, 2019 |
| 12 | Civic Education Teacher, National Youth Service Corps November, 2016 to November, 2017 |
| 13 | Sandwich Examination Monitor for 2020/2012 Accademic Session, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka August, 2012 to December, 2021 |
Creative Output
| Book Chapters | |
|---|---|
| 1 | Apiti Anthony Ahuruzenma, Alexander Uzochukwu Ogbunugwor. (2023, February) Philosophy of Adult Education |
| 2 | Ifeanyi Theodore Ugwoegbu, Alexander Uzochukwu Ogbunugwor. (2021, January) The Role Of Nomadic Education To Attaining SDG-4 In Nigeria: Reality, Challenges And Way-Forward University-Led Knowledge and Innovation for Sustainable Development, Book Series on sustainable development, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 314-323 |
| 3 | Alexander Uzochukwu Ogbunugwor. (2021, June) Assessment Of The Contributions Of Women In Community Development In Orlu Local Government Area, Imo State IProgressive Printing Press, pp 187-203 |
| 4 | Alexander Uzochukwu Ogbunugwor, Victor Ihechukwu Ugwoegbu, Maureen Ngozi Obunnna, Anthony A Apiti, Ogochukwu Kennedy Okunna. (2019, October) Utilization Of ICT For Teaching And Learning By Postgraduate Adult Learners In Nigeria; Challenges And Way Forward The Faculty of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 145-153 |
| 5 | Adeniji Oluwatobi Alex, Nkanu Sunday Martin, Alexander Uzochukwu Ogbunugwor. (2019, October) Globalization And Higher Education In Nigeria: The Nexus And Missing Link Kelu Press, pp 45-51 |
| 6 | Chieke Joseph Chukwutobe, Alexander Uzochukwu Ogbunugwor. (2019, October) Sociological Theories, Socialization And Prospectives Of Adult Educations Kelu Press, pp 194-210 |
| Journal Articles | |
| 1 | Moses Enogheghase Orobor, Alexander Uzochukwu Ogbunugwor, Eluchie Celestina Onyebuchi, Chisom Anaestasia Ubaezuonu. (2026, March), "News Media as Agent of Dissemination of Information for Peoples-centred Development in Rural Communities in Nigeria", International Journal of Advanced Education and Research, Vol. 11, (Issue 1), pp 1-4, www.alleducationjournal.com |
| 2 | Alexander Uzochukwu Ogbunugwor, Johnson Nnadi Ewelum, Iwundu Sochima Peace, Onwurah Chrysantus Chinyere, Ezeyili Pamela Ngozi, Patience C. Ibe, Anthony Chijioke Ude, Polycarp Chibueze Nworie , Okechukwu Uzoamaka Deborah, Bala J. Ogu. (2026, February), "Effectiveness of Anambra State Government Policy on Insecurity in Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria", INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH AND INNOVATION IN SOCIAL SCIENCE (IJRISS), Vol. 10, (Issue 26), pp 631-638 |
| 3 | Alexander Uzochukwu Ogbunugwor, Patience Chinenye Ibe, Iwundu Sochima Peace, Onwurah Chrysantus Chinyere, Okechukwu Uzoamaka Deborah, Ude Anthony Chijioke, Polycarp Chibueze Nworie, Nwanebo Juliet Onyekachi, and Bala J. Ogu. (2026, February), "Factors Militating Against Entrepreneural Engagement of Rural Women in Orlu Local Government Area in Imo State", INTERNATIONAL JOURNALOF RESEARCH AND INNOVATION IN SOCIAL SCIENCE (IJRISS), Vol. 10, (Issue 26), pp 611-617 |
| 4 | Patience Chinenye Ibe, Bala J. Ogu, Alexander Uzochukwu Ogbunugwor, Unezeh chioma Patricia. (2026, March), "Adult Education for Sustainable Agriculture: Nigerian Farmers' Perspectives and Needs", West African Journal of Industrial and Academic Research, Vol. 27, (Issue 2), pp 42-49 |
| 5 | A.A. Apiti, A.U. Ogbunugwor, O.J. Okonkwo. (2025, May), "Perception of Community Leaders on Escalation of Neo Paganism in Augusta Local Government Area of Anambra State", Journal of Guidance and Counselling Studies, Vol. 9, (Issue 2), pp 31-45 |
| 6 | C. O. Madu and A. U. Ogbunugwor. (2025, November), "Youth Participation in Agriculture for Sustainable Food Security in Nigeria", INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH AND SCIENTIFIC INNOVATION, Vol. 12, (Issue 10), pp 1698-1705, 10.51244/IJRSI.2025.1210000149 |
| 7 | KELECHI U. NWOSU, PATIENCE C. IBE, BALA J. OGU, ALEXANDER UZOCHUKWU OGBUNUGWOR. (2025, November), "THE ROLE OF DATA ANALYTICS IN INFORMING ADMINISTRATIVE DECISIONS IN EDUCATION: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW OF NIGERIAN EDUCATIONAL SYSTEM", ALVAN JOURNAL OF SOCIAL SCIENCES (AJSS), Vol. 2, (Issue 3), pp 703-709, E-ISSN: 3043-5463 |
| 8 | Alexander Uzochukwu Ogbunugwor, Iwundu Sochima Peace, Eluchie Celestina Onyebuchi, Ezeyili Pamela Ngozi. (2025, August), "Importance of Extension Programme on Economic Empowerment of Adult Education Graduates of Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka", International Journal of Multidisciplinary Education and Research, Vol. 10, (Issue 3), pp 55-57 |
| 9 | Alexander Uzochukwu Ogbunugwor, Patience C. Ibe. (2024, October), "Availability and Extent of Use of E-Learning Resources: A Suitable Methodology for Adult Learners in Communities in Anambra State", NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR ADULT EDUCATION JOURNAL, Vol. 28, (Issue 1), pp 232-246 |
| 10 | A.U. Ogbunugwor and P.C. Ibe. (2024, October), "Availability and Extent of use of E-learning Resources: A Suitable Methodology for Adult Learners in Communities in Anambra State", Nigerian National Council for Adult Education 2024, Vol. 28, (Issue 1), pp 232-246 |
| 11 | Onwurah Chrysantus Chinyere, Barnaby Jude, Alozie Isaiah Onyekachi, Ikegulu Joy Ukanne, Ogbunugwor Alexander Uzochukwu, Onwunali Olivia Chineme, Eziuzor Chinyere Chidinma, Illouno Dubem Okey. (2024, April), "Effects of Sleep Deprivation on Mental Health of Undergraduate Students of Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Anambra State Nigeria", Journal of Guidance and Counselling Studies, Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 49-64 |
| 12 | Onwurah Chrysantus Chinyere, Barnaby Jude, Alozie Isaiah Onyekachi, Ikegulu Joy Ukanne, Ogbunugwor Alexander Uzochukwu, Onwunali Olivia Chineme. (2024, April), "Perceived Mental Health Impact of Covid-19 Pandemic and Health Related Quality of Life Among Students of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka", Journal of Guidance and Counselling Studies, Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 33-48 |
| 13 | Patience C. Ibe, Alexander Uzochukwu Ogbunugwor, Florence O. Chukwuma. (2023, December), "Problems Facing Civic Education As a Means of Promoting Democratic Governance in Future Adults for National Development and Cohesion", Journal of Research in Adult and Continuing Education, Vol. 2, (Issue 1) |
| 14 | Ibe Patience C., Ogbunugwor Alexander Uzochukwu, Chukwuma Florence O.. (2023, December), "Problems Facing Civic Education As a Means of Promoting Democratic Governance in Future Adults for National Development and Cohesion", Journal of Research in Adult and Continuing Education, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 147-162 |
| 15 | Obunna Maureen Ngozi, Ogbunugwor Alexander Uzochukwu, Ugwoegbu Ihechukwu Victory. (2022, May), "Model of Non-Formal Education Programmes for Promoting Employment for People Living With Disability in Nigeria", Journal of Research in Adult and Continuing Education, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 155-162 |
| 16 | Alexander Uzochukwu Ogbunugwor, Johnson Nnadi Ewelum. (2022, December), "Effects of transformation in Nigerian rural communities", International Journal of Multidisciplinary Education and Research, Vol. 7, (Issue 4), pp 62-69 |
| 17 | Patience. C. Ibe, Ogbunugwor Alexander Uzochukwu, Florence O. Chukwuma. (2022, June), "Adult education as a means of providing extension education programmes for community development: major challenges", Journal of Community & Development Research (JCCR), Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 55-65 |
| 18 | Patience C. Ibe, Alexander Uzochukwu Ogbunugwor, Florence O. Chukwuma. (2022, June), "ADULT EDUCATION AS A MEANS OF PROVIDING EXTENSION EDUCATION PROGRAMMES FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: MAJOR CHALLENGES", Journal of Community and Communication Research, Vol. 7, (Issue 1) |
| 19 | Ezudike, Regina Chidinma, Ogbunugwor Alexander Uzochukwu. (2022, May), "Factors Determining Adult Learner's Persistent Participation and Retention in Adult Education Programmes in Awka Education Zone in Anambra State", Journal of Research in Adult and Continuing Education, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 40-58 |
| 20 | Obidiegwu Uche Josephine, Madu Catherine Ormeriyang, Ogbunugwor Alexander Uzochukwu. (2021, April), "Perception Of Inmates On The Implementation Of Rehabilitative Programmes On Basic Literacy Education In The Custodies In Imo State", International Journal of Advanced Education and Research, Vol. 6, (Issue 2), pp 46-50 |
| 21 | Alexander Uzochukwu Ogbunugwor, Johnson Nnadi Ewelum. (2021, December), "Peace education in Nigeria: Challenges and strategies for improvement", International Journal of Advanced Education and Research, Vol. 7, (Issue 4), pp 73-77, ISSN: 2455-5746 |
| 22 | Johnson Nnadi Ewelum, Alexander Uzochukwu Ogbunugwor, Anthony Ahuruezenma Apiti. (2020, January), "Assessment Of The Contributions Of Orlu Local Government Area In Community Development In IMO State, Nigeria", International Journal of Multidisciplinary Education and Research, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 05-09 |
| 23 | Ewelum Johnson Nnadi, Eze Cynthia, Ogbunugwor Alexander Uzochukwu. (2020, June), "Influence of lifelong learning on socio-economic wellbeing of business women in Onitsha North Local Government Area, Anambra State", International Journal of Advanced Education and Research, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 40-44 |
| 24 | Ewelum Johnson N., Apiti A.A., Ogbunugwor A.U.. (2018, May), "Relevance of Environmental Adult Education to the lives of Rural Communities in Nigeria", International Journal of Multi-Disciplinary Education and Research, Vol. 3, (Issue 3), pp 78-83 |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | Ogbunugwor Alexander Uzochkwu, Dr Patience C. Ibe, Dr Florence O. Chukwuma. (2021, September), "Civic Education: As a Means of Promoting Democratic Governance in Future Adults for National Development and Cohesion in Covid-19 Era", |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Editorships | |
|---|---|
| 1 | Editor, "Journal of Research in Adult and Continuing Education" (January, 2024) |
| 2 | Editor, "Philosophy of Adult Education" (February, 2023) |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Member, "Faculty of Education Committee on Teaching Practice" (December, 2022) |
| 2 | Assistant Secretary, "Committee of Journal of Research in Adult and Continuing Education (JORIACE)" (January, 2022) |
| 3 | Committee Member, "Faculty of Education Committee on Environment and Utilities" (July, 2021) |
| 4 | Officer, "Departmental Information and Communication Technology Officer" (January, 2020) |
| 5 | Committee Member/Secretary, "Faculty of Education Committee on Environment and Utilities" (December, 2019) |
| 6 | Member, "Department of Adult and Continuing Education Accreditation Committee" (October, 2019) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Graduate Member, "NIGERIAN NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR ADULT EDUCATION (NNCAE)" (member since 2021), https://nncae.og |
| 2 | Graduate Member, "TEACHERS REGISTRATION COUNCIL OF NIGERIA" - AN/R102888 (member since 2016), https://trcn.og |
| 3 | Student Member, "NIGERIAN FEDERATION OF CATHOLIC STUDENTS (NFCS)" (member since 2011), https://nfcs.unizik.org |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conference | |
|---|---|
| 1 | "Agricultural Extension & Community Development in the Post Pandemic & Conflict Era: Coping with the new Normal", (Society for Community and Communication Development Research (SCCDR)), 5th September, 2021 to 6th September, 2021; Umudike |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "Inculcating Employability Skills", (Centre for Counselling and Career Development, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka), 2nd May, 2024 to 4th May, 2024; Unizik Business School |
| 2 | "Career and Character Counselling: Project 200 in Perspective", (Office of the Director, Centre For Counselling and Career Development, Nnamdi Azikiwe University), 11th January, 2023 to 11th January, 2023; Unizik Awka |
| 3 | "2021 DIGITAL APPRAISAL: TRAINING THE TRAINERS", (Personnel Unit, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 10th August, 2021 to 10th August, 2021; Physical |
| 4 | "HUMAN RESOURCES & SKILL ACQUISITION", (HOREBSON RESOURCES), 14th December, 2012 to 14th December, 2012; Multipurpose Hall Unizik Awka |
| Seminar | |
| 1 | "THE NIGERIA AGENDA", (National Prosperity Movement Southeast), Hilton Leisure Hotel Conference Hall Awka |
| Other Event | |
| 1 | "Unizik Microsoft Teams", (MICT UNIT UNIZIK), 7th January, 2021 to 7th January, 2021; Nnamdi Azikiwe University Auditorium |