Dr. Nkiru Veronica Nwadinobi
Dr. Nkiru Veronica Nwadinobi is a READER in GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING Department, Faculty Of Education in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
I am Dr. Vera Nkiru Nwadinobi. I am an ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR in the department of Guidance and counselling, Faculty of Education at Nnamdi Azikiwe University , Awka. My duties are counselling, teaching, research and supervision of both graduate and undergraduate students.
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Address: | Guidance And Counselling, Faculty Of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF EDUCATION |
Department/Sub-Unit: | GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING |
Social Profiles
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | University Of Nigeria Nsukka. (Doctor of Philosophy, December, 2011) August, 2008 to September, 2011 P.hD Education Guidance And Counselling |
| 2 | University Of Nigeria Nsukka. (Master Degree, February, 2006) August, 2003 to June, 2005 M.Ed Education Guidance And Counselling |
| 3 | University Of Nigeria Nsukka. (Bachelor Degree, May, 1998) August, 1992 to December, 1997 B.ed Guidance And Counselling |
| 4 | Anambra state college of education Awka. (NCE, April, 1988) September, 1984 to June, 1987 Integrated Social Studies/History |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Post Graduate Supervisor (Ph D), Department of Guidance and Counselling, Faculty of Education NnamdiAzikiwe University Awka April, 2026 to Present |
| 2 | Adjunct Lecturer, Shehu Shagari University of Education, Sokoto June, 2025 to Present |
| 3 | Adjunct Associate Professor, Shanahan University, Anambra State May, 2025 to Present |
| 4 | External Examiner, Shehu Shagari University of Education, Sokoto May, 2024 to Present |
| 5 | Chairman, Anambra State Education Board October, 2022 to April, 2026 |
| 6 | Reader, Department of Guidance and Counselling, Faculty of Education NnamdiAzikiwe University Awka October, 2022 to Present |
| 7 | Internal-External Examiner, Nwafor Orizu College of Education, Nsugbe November, 2021 to August, 2023 |
| 8 | Chairman, Department of Guidance and Counselling Clinic Counsellors June, 2019 to Present |
| 9 | Staff Adviser for Students Association, Department of Guidance and Counselling, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka April, 2019 to Present |
| 10 | Senior Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka February, 2019 to Present |
| 11 | Director, Centre for Continuing Education (Degree Sandwich Programme) of NOCEN in affiliation with University of Nigeria, Nsukka February, 2017 to February, 2019 |
| 12 | Centre Coordinator, Centre for Continuing Education (Degree Sandwich Programme) of NOCEN in affiliation with University of Nigeria, Nsukka February, 2014 to February, 2017 |
| 13 | Head of Department, Department of Educational Psychology, Nwafor Orizu College of Education July, 2011 to June, 2013 |
| 14 | Head of Department, Department of Educational Psychology/G&C, Nwafor Orizu College of Education, Nsugbe (UNN Degree Awarding Institution) January, 2011 to December, 2014 |
| 15 | College Counsellor, Department of Educational Psychology/G&C, Nwafor Orizu College of Education, Nsugbe (UNN Degree Awarding Institution) February, 2008 to January, 2011 |
| 16 | Lecturer, Nwafor Orizu College Of Education Nsugbe September, 2005 to March, 2019 |
Creative Output
| Books | |
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| 1 | Vera Nwadinobi, Nonye Soludo, Ify Obinabo. (2023, November) Handbook on Counselling against the Burden of Drug Abuse and Other Social Vicez Imagine Realities |
| 2 | Vera Nkiru Nwadinobi, Martina Chibugo Nwawube, Rev. Fr. Arinze Celestine Okafor. (2023, August) Contemporary Issues in the School System (Guidance and Counselling Approach) Ophelia production |
| 3 | Nwadinobi, V.N. (2019, July) Group Dynamics And Counselling For Challenged Persons In Nigeria. Light of winners printing press |
| 4 | Nwadinobi V.N, Umezulike R.E & Eneasator U.E. (2013, August) Educational Information And Vocational Development In Counselling: A Theoretical Approach. Light of winners printing press |
| Book Chapters | |
| 1 | Vera Nkiru Nwadinobi, Valentina Anulika Etele. (2024, August) The Counselling Relationship:Counsellor, Client and Mental Health care Counselling Association of Nigeria CASSON |
| 2 | Nwadinobi V.N. (2022, May) Health Counselling. Citihall International, pp 167-176 |
| 3 | Nwadinobi, V.N. (2021, June) Records And Data Maintenance In Counselling. In E.O. Egbochuku, I.C.S Ifelunni, M. Yakasai, P. Asuquo & A, Hammed (Eds.), The Nigerian Counsellor In The 21st Century Ambik Press |
| 4 | Nwadinobi, V.N. (2021, December) Schizophrenia Spectrum Disorders. In E.A. Akinade (Ed.). Fundamentals Of Contemporary Abnormal Psychology Brightways publishers. |
| 5 | Nwadinobi, V.N. (2018, July) Women Education And Economic Empowerment As A Tool For National Integration: Counselling Implication. In Z.P. Duguryil, M. Aibangbe & V.N. Nwadinobi (Eds), Women Empowerment For National Intergration Obedtor Press (Nig) Ltd |
| 6 | VN NWADINOBI, RE UMEZULIKE. (2016, May) Gender-Based Violence And Compromise As Correlates Of Women Poor Access To Leadership Positions: Implication For Sustainable Development In Nigeria. In Mburza(ed) CASSON, pp 278-286 |
| 7 | Nwadinobi, V.N. (2013, July) Behaviour Disorders In A.A. Ezejiegwu, A. Mmaduakonam, V.N. Nwadinobi & I.E. Osegbo (eds). Special Education And Counselling For The Challenged People In Nigeria. Ofona Publishers |
| 8 | Nwadinobi, V.N. (2012, January) Psychology And Challenges Of Life. In E.C. Nwike & O.P Anwulorah (eds). Readings In Social Sciences 2 For University Students Veritas printing & publishing co. Ltd |
| 9 | Nwadinobi, V.N, Eneasator E.U. (2011, August) Types And Factor Associated With Corrupt Academic Practices In Degree Awarding Institutions In Anambra State: Counselling Implication. In S.A. Ezeudu, E.O. Ezeani, J.O. Onuoha & S.C. Nwizu (eds). Nigeria At Fifty Issues, Challenges And Agenda Timex Enterprises |
| 10 | VN NWADINOBI. (2008, May) Reforms In Special Education For The Attainment Of Millennium Development Goals (MDGS) In Education: The Place Of Counselling. In B.G. Nworgu (ed), Educational Reforms And Attainment Of Millennium Development Goals (MDGS) The Nigerian Experience., pp 157-162 |
| 11 | Nwadinobi, V.N. (2008, July) Career Education And Development In Anene Maduakonam (ed). Guidance & Counselling In School Setting Ofona Publishers |
| 12 | Nwadinobi, V.N. (2008, September) Hearing Impairment. In A. E. Maduakonam (Ed.), Special Education And Management Of The Challenged In Schools Ofona Publishers |
| 13 | Nwadinobi, V.N. (2008, September) Individual Differences. In Ezeokana J.O, Udoh, U.F. And Chukwura E.N. (eds) Psychological Foundations Of Human Learning Ofona Publishers |
| 14 | Nwadinobi, V.N. (2008, August) Problems And Prospects Of Special Education In Nigeria. In Anene Maduakonam (ed) Special Education And Management Of The Challenged In Schools Ofona Publishers |
| 15 | Nwadinobi, V.N. (2008, July) Psychology And Teacher Education In N.J. Obikeze, E.N, Anyaegbunam And A.A Ezejiegwu (eds) Developmental Psychology- Education Perspective FABAG Prints Ltd |
| 16 | Nwadinobi, V.N. (2008, August) Early And Late Maturation In M.A Anagbogu & A.E Maduakonal (eds) Adolescent Psychology In Educational Perspective Erudite Publishers |
| 17 | VERA NKIRU NWADINOBI. (2008, July) ETHICAL AND PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY IN COUNSELLING OFONA PUBLISHERS, pp 54-74 |
| 18 | NWADINOBI V.N.. (2008, May) GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING IN SCHOOL SETTING OFONA PUBLISHERS |
| 19 | VN NWADINOBI. (2006, May) Influence Of Socio-Economic Status Of Parents And Gender On Students Educational Outcome. In Ogunyiriofo Okoro & N.O. Nwankpa (eds) Educational Outcome Lincel Publishers, pp 214-220 |
| Journal Articles | |
| 1 | Rosaline Ekwutosi Umezulike, Vera Nkiru Nwadinobi, Dorothy Mmaegbunam Afunugo, Amaefuna Ijeoma Anthonia. (2026, May), "Predictive Values of Parenting Styles on Public Secondary School Student's Self Esteem in Awka Educational Zone, Anambra State", International Journal of Social Sciences and Human Research, Vol. 9, (Issue 5), pp 3424-3431 |
| 2 | Eberechukwu Franscisca Chigbu, Veronica Nkiru Nwadinobi, Alphonsus Ekejiuba Oguzie, Grace Chinyere Nnadi, Rosemary Ijeoma Nwofor. (2026, April), "Academic Advising as a Correlate of Academic Burnout and Classroom Engagement Amoong In-School Adolescents in Anambra State", Review of Education, Vol. 38, (Issue 1), pp 125-134 |
| 3 | Njideka Patience Ezeonyejiaku, Vera Nkiru Nwadinobi, Timothy Ekeledrichukwu Onyejelem, Obiorah Ignatius Edogor. (2026, March), "Harnessing Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Educational Broadcasting for Gender Equality and Inclusion: Opportunities and Challenges", Bulletin of Humanities and Social Sciences, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 36-46 |
| 4 | Veronica Nkiru Nwadinobi, Anulike V Valentina Etele, Obianuju Blessing Mokwelu, Ikechukwu Augustine Nwosu, Henritta Ngozi Chukwuegbo. (2026, April), "Self-Efficacy as Correlate of Examination Misconduct Tendency Among Secondary School Students in Anambra State", Unizik Journal of Educational Research, Science and Vocational Studies, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 448-460 |
| 5 | Nkiru Veronica Nwadinobi, Eberechukwu Franscisca Chigbu, Alphonsus Ekejiuba Oguzie and Pat Okoli. (2026, March), "The Relationship between Self-Efficacy and Academic Achievement in Mathematics among Public Secondary School Students in Enugu Education Zone of Enugu State, Nigeria", Advance Journal of Current Research, Vol. 11, (Issue 3), pp 1-11 |
| 6 | Eberechukwu Franscisca Chigbu, Alphonsus Ekejiuba Oguzie, Nkiru Veronica Nwadinobi, Obianuju Blessing Mokwelu. (2025, February), "Counsellors Stress Management Strategies as Correlates of Teachers Job Performance in Enugu State", Multidisciplinary Journal of Current Reesearch and Review, Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 55-67 |
| 7 | Martina Chjibugo Nwawube, Vera Nkiru Nwadinobi, Marcel Sunday Obiorah. (2025, March), "Relationship between Parenting Styles among Secondary School Students in Anambra State", Prestige Journal of Counselling Psychology, Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 117-188 |
| 8 | Obiorah Marcel Sunday, Nwawube Martina Chibugo, Nwadinobi Vera Nkiru. (2025, May), "Relationship between Locus of Control and Teachers Job Satisfaction in Publoc Secondary Schools in Otuocha Educational Zone, Anambra State, Nigeria", Journal of Educational Research and Development, Vol. 8, (Issue 3), pp 46-54 |
| 9 | Loveth Chinasa Ngwaka, Eberechukwu Franscisca Chigbu, Alphonsus Ekejiuba Oguzie, Nwadinobi Vera Nkiru. (2024, June), "Parenting Styles as Correlates of Teenage Pregnancy among Adolescents in Public Secondary Schools in Enugu State, Nigeria", European Journal of Special Education Research, Vol. 10, (Issue 1), pp 182-206 |
| 10 | Charles N Uguegbulam, Naheem Ibrahim, Vera Nwadinobi, Chioma P. Unezeh. (2024, June), "Impact of COVID-19 Restrictive Measures on the Mental Health of In-School Adolescents in Ohaji/Egbema/Oguta Local Government Area, Imo State", Global Journal of Applied, Management and Social Sciences, Vol. 29, pp 277-283 |
| 11 | Charles Ngozi Uguegbulam, Naheem Ibrahim, Vera Nwadinobi, Uneze Chioma Patricia. (2024, April), "Counselling Association Practices in Early Care Development and Education: The Roles and Implications to Teachers Counsellors in Nigeria", Canadian Social Science, Vol. 20, (Issue 2), pp 131-137 |
| 12 | Obi Joy Chisara, Nwadinobi Vera Nkiru, Nnadi Grace Chinyere, Lucky Onyesi Ogben, Franscisca Uju Udeagba, Okeke Joy Chinemenem. (2024, April), "Factors that Contribute to Suicidal Ideation amongg Undergraduates in Tertiary Institutions in Enugu State, Nigeria", Irish Journal of Educational Practice, Vol. 7, (Issue 2), pp 11-21 |
| 13 | VERA NKIRU NWADINOBI, VALENTINA ANULIKA ETELE, FRANCIS EZIESHI MONYEI, WILFRED ISIOMA UKPERE. (2024, October), "GENDER DIFFERENCES AND CLASSROOM OUTCOMES OF UNDERGRADUATES IN THE INSTITUTES OF HIGHER LEARNING", The Seybold Report, Vol. 19, (Issue 109), pp 718-727 |
| 14 | Obi Joy Sylvia Chisara, Oguzie Alphonsus Ekejiuba, Nwadinobi Veronica Nkiru and Lucky Onyeisi Ogben. (2024, March), "ANTECEDENTS AND COROLLARIES OF RESTIVENESS AMONG ADOLESCENTS, AS PERCEIVED BY GUIDANCE COUNSELLORS IN AWKA EDUCATION ZONE, ANAMBRA STATE, NIGERIA", Advance Journal of Education and Social Sciences, Vol. 9, (Issue 3), pp 20-31 |
| 15 | Christy Ngozi Nwaoba, Modebelu Obiageli, Vera Nkiru Nwadinobi. (2023, August), "Counsellors Awareness of Attitudinal Qualities as Determinants of Effective Role Performance in Suicide Preventionamopngh Youth in Sopith East, Nigeria", The Counsellor, Vol. 46, (Issue 1), pp 183-193 |
| 16 | Charles Ngozi Uguegbulam, Ngozi Damasius Duru, Naheem Ibrahim, Vera Nwadinobi. (2023, December), "Development of Fear Fieldwork Counselling Practicum Scale", Higher Education of Social Science, Vol. 25, (Issue 2), pp 63-68 |
| 17 | Vera N. Nwadinobi, Ada N. Anyamene, Gloria C. Nwafor. (2023, August), "Academic Self-Efficacy and Academic Procrastination as Correlates of Secondary School Students' Academic Achievement in Anambra State", Journal of Guidance and Counselling Studies, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 1-18 |
| 18 | L.I Akunne, A.V Etele, V.N Nwadinobi, J.A Akuezuilo. (2022, June), "Integration of Digital Technology in Rendering Counselling Services in Nigeria", Asian Journal of Education and Social Sciences, Vol. 29, (Issue 3), pp 77-88 |
| 19 | Nwadinobi. V.N, Akunne L.I, Nnadi. G.C, Nwawube. M.C, Okeke A.K. (2022, August), "EFFECTIVENESS OF COGNITIVE RESTRUCTURING COUNSELLING THERAPY ON ANXIETY REDUCTION AND PROPENSITY TO DRUG ABUSE DUE TO COVID 19 PANDEMIC AMONG UNDERGRADUATES IN NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY AWKA, ANAMBRA STATE NIGERIA", The Counsellor, Vol. 45, (Issue 1), pp 145-155 |
| 20 | L.I Akunne, V.N Nwadinobi, A.V Etele, J Akuezilo. (2021, December), "Occupational Stress as Predictor of Mental Health Status of Universities Lecturers in South-East", Journal of education and practice, Vol. 12, (Issue 34), pp 1-7 |
| 21 | LI Akunne, CA Nwankwo, AV Etele, VN Nwadinobi. (2021, June), "Relationship between social cognition, social adjustment and pro-social behaviour among undergraduates in federal universities in South-East Nigeria", Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports, Vol. 17, (Issue 9), pp 62-68 |
| 22 | . Nwadinobi V.N. Akunne L.I & Etele A.V. (2021, August), "Effect Of Assertiveness Technique In Reducing Verbal Victimization Among Junior Secondary School Students In Anambra State.", Journal of Education, society and behavioral science, Vol. 34, (Issue -8), pp 1-8 |
| 23 | Ifeyinwa Osegbo, Vera Nwadinobi. (2019, September), "Computer-Based Technology (CBT) Assessment Implementation in a Nigerian Higher Institution and a Lecturer's Work Stories: Implication for E-Counselling.", International Journal of Advanced Corporate Learning, Vol. 13, (Issue 3), pp 33-45 |
| 24 | VN NWADINOBI, CE UZOEZIE, REQ UMEZULIKE, DM AFUNUGO. (2018, September), "Inadequate Child Parenting As Precursor Of Corrupt Practices In Nigeria: Counselling Implications", PRESTIGE JOURNAL OF EDUCATION, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 115-154 |
| 25 | VN NWADINOBI, O OJOGBO. (2018, August), "RELATIVE EFFECTIVENESS OF BLENDED LEARNING MODEL ON TERTIARY INSTITUTION STUDENTS PERFORMANCE IN RESEARCH METHODS AND STATISTICS COURSE", SOUTH EAST WOMEN IN COLLEGES OF EDUCATION JOURNAL, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 176-185 |
| 26 | Nwadinobi, V.N., Umezulike, R.E. & Afunugo. (2017, May), "Causes And Consequences Of Sexual Promiscuity Among Undergraduates In Tertiary Institutions In Anambra State.", International Bl-Lingual Journal Anti-computation, law, humanities and social sciences, Vol. -7, (Issue -2), pp 145-153 |
| 27 | Nwadinobi V.N, Umezulike R.E. (2017, May), "Gender-Based Violence and Compromise as Correlates of Women Poor Access to Leadership Positions: Implication for Sustainable Development in Nigeria", European Journal of Education Studies, pp 278-286 |
| 28 | VN NWADINOBI, MO AKUJIEZE. (2015, July), "ROLE OF COUNSELLING IN MODIFYING PUPIL'S BEHAVIOUR PROBLEMS: IMPLICATION FOR RE-ENGINEERING THE NIGERIAN SOCIETY", JOURNAL OF COUNSELLING AND COMMUNICATION, Vol. 1, (Issue 5), pp 14-26 |
| 29 | Nwadinobi V.N, Akujieze M.O. (2015, September), "ROLE OF COUNSELLING IN MODIFYING PUPIL'S BEHAVIOUR PROBLEMS: IMPLICATION FOR RE-ENGINEERING THE NIGERIAN SOCIETY", Journal of Counselling and Communication, Vol. 1, (Issue 5), pp 39-56 |
| 30 | Nwadinobi, V.N, Eneasator E.U. (2013, August), "Consequences And Counselling Implication Of Low Representation Of Women In The Nigerian Legislature: A Survey Of Anambra State Female Teachers Perception", Journal of educational review, Vol. 6, (Issue -1), pp 81-86 |
| 31 | VN NWADINOBI. (2013, July), "Causes Of And Remedy To Insecurity And Kidnapping In Anambra State, Nigeria", Nigerian Journal of Guidance and Counselling, Vol. 18, (Issue 1), pp 81-88 |
| 32 | VN NWADINOBI. (2012, January), "Effect Of Cognitive Restructuring and Assertiveness On Drug Abuse Among Secondary School Adolescents In Onitsha Education Zone Of Anambra State, Nigeria", PSYCHOLOGY PRESS, Vol. 47, pp 190-191 |
| 33 | VN NWADINOBI. (2011, May), "Counselling Teachers Of Exceptional Children: A Prerequisite For Effective Implementation Of Universal Basic Education (UBE) Scheme", Curriculum and Media Technology Research Journal of CUDIMAC,, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 336-343 |
| 34 | VN NWADINOBI. (2011, June), "UNIVERSITY ACADEMIC STAFF PERCEPTION ON THE MANDATE FOR HIGHER EDUCATION RESEARCH, FOR THE ACHIEVEMENT OF MDGS: IMPLICATION FOR COUNSELLING.", EAST AFRICA JOURNAL OF EDUCATION RESEARCH & POLICY, Vol. 5 |
| 35 | Nwadinobi, V.N. (2011, August), "Economic Meltdown and Career Opportunities of Adolescent in Onitsha North Local Government Area", Annual National Conference of Counselling Association of Nigeria, pp 81-89 |
| 36 | Nwadinobi V.N. (2011, June), "Counseling Teachers of Exceptional Children: A Prerequisite for Effective Implementation of Universal Basic Education (UBE) Scheme.", Curriculum and Media Technology Research - Journal of CUDIMAC, Vol. 3, (Issue 1) |
| 37 | VN NWADINOBI, UE ENEASATOR. (2010, August), "Counselling Families With Disabled Children", Journal of Couselling and Communication (JCC), Vol. 1, (Issue 3), pp 104-111 |
| 38 | Nwadinobi, V.N., Eneasator, U. & Umezulike, R.E. (2010, July), "Counselling In Primary Schools As An Essential Tool For Universal Basic Education Actualization", MOCPED International Journal of Educational Studies, Vol. -1, pp 40-47 |
| 39 | Nwadinobi, V.N. (2010, August), "Influence of Communication on Family Adjustment among Nuclear Families in Onitsha Urban: Implication for National Development", 36th Annual National Conference of Counselling Association of Nigeria held at Enugu, pp 135-142 |
| 40 | VN NWADINOBI. (2009, March), "Assessment Of Counselling Strategies Used For Remedying Deviant Behaviour Among Students In AnambraState.", Journal of the Association for Promoting Counselling Psychology in Nigeria (APCPN), Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 84-90 |
| 41 | Nwadinobi, V.N, Okonkwo C.N. (2009, August), "The Effect of Rational Emotive Therapy in Reducing Test Phobia among Students in Tertiary Schools: Implications for Quality Education in Nigeria", Nwafor Orizu Journal of Educational Research and Development (NOJERD), Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 170-181 |
| 42 | VERA NKIRU NWADINOBI. (2008, August), "THE STATE OF EDUCATION IN NIGERIA: THE ROLE OF THE SCHOOL GUIDANCE COUNSELOR", JOURNAL OF QUALITATIVE EDUCATION, Vol. 4, (Issue 3), pp 168-173 |
| 43 | Nwadinobi, V.N. (2008, June), "Reforms in Special Education for the Attainment of Millenium Development Goals (MDGS) in Education: The Place of Counselling", Journal of Qualitative Education, pp 157-162 |
| 44 | VN NWADINOBI. (2008, May), "Inclusion Of ICT In Educating And Counselling The Disabled In The 21st Century", Journal of Women in Colleges of Education (JOWICE), Vol. 11, (Issue 2), pp 158-161 |
| 45 | VN NWADINOBI. (2007, August), "Constraints To The Growth Of Guidance And Counselling In Anambra State Schools: A Survey Of Secondary School Counsellor’s Perception", Journal of Teacher Perspective (JOTEP), Vol. 1, (Issue 3), pp 447-453 |
| 46 | VN NWADINOBI, FU UDOH. (2007, September), "Job Satisfaction And Stress: A Case Study Of Guidance Counsellors In Anambra State Schools", Journal of Educational Studies and Research, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 91-98 |
| 47 | VN NWADINOBI. (2007, August), "Examination Malpractice As A Hindrance To Nigeria’s Educational Growth: A Survey Of Secondary School Student’s Perception In Onitsha Urban", Journal of Educational Psychologist, pp 111-116 |
| 48 | Nwadinobi, V.N. (2006, June), "Influence of Socio-Economic Status of Parents and Gender on Students Educational Outcome", Educational Outcome |
| 49 | VN NWADINOBI. (2006, August), "The Role Of Information In Counselling Services.", JOURNAL OF EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 162-168 |
| 50 | VN NWADINOBI. (2006, September), "Universal Basic Education And The Exceptional Children", The counselling Services Provision Interdisciplinary Education Journal, Vol. 7, (Issue 8), pp 29-39 |
| 51 | VN NWADINOBI. (2005, May), "Psychopathological Manifestations Of Secondary School Drug Abuses", JOURNAL OF EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION, Vol. 1, (Issue 1) |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | Vera Nkiru Nwadinobi. (2026, May), "Artificial Intelligence and Digital Tools as Catalyst for Administrative Transformation and Sustainable Education Advancement in Nigerian Public Secondary Schools", |
| 2 | Nwadinobi V.N. (2022, March), "Quality Curriculum Delivery (Activity Plan)", Street 2 Street Initiative and U.S Consulate of Lagos |
| 3 | Nwadinobi V.N. (2022, August), "Counsellor's Awareness of Attitudinal Qualities as Determinant of Effective Role Performance in Suicide Prevention Among Youths in South East Nigeria", CASSON International Conference |
| 4 | Nwadinobi V.N. (2021, August), "EFFECTIVENESS OF COGNITIVE RESTRUCTURING COUNSELLING THERAPY ON ANXIETY REDUCTION AND PROPENSITY TO DRUG ABUSE DUE TO COVID 19 PANDEMIC AMONG UNDERGRADUATES IN NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY AWKA, ANAMBRA STATE NIGERIA", CASSON International Conference |
| 5 | Nwadinobi V.N. (2021, August), "Counsellor's Perception on Transformation of Secondary School Students; Value Orientation and Enterprenueral Skills Development in Post Covid 19 Era in Anambra State, Nigeria", CASSON International Conference |
| 6 | VN NWADINOBI. (2019, August), "EFFECTS OF ASSERTIVENESS TRAINING AND CHILD ASSAULT PREVENTIVE PROGRAMME ON THE PREVENTION OF NON-CONSENSUAL SEXUAL EXPERIENCES AND ABUSE AMONG JUNIOR PRIMARY SCHOOL PUPILS.", AFRICAN FEDERATION OF TEACHING REGULATORY AUTHORITY |
| 7 | Nwadinobi V.N. (2019, February), "The School Counsellor and School Administration", Administrators Seminar/Workshop for Primary and Secondary Schools |
| 8 | Nwadinobi V.N. (2019, July), "Issues Confronting Women Leaders in Education in South Eastern Nigerian Tertiary Institutions", 7th International Conference of Women Leading Education Conference |
| 9 | Nwadinobi V.N. (2019, June), "Computer-Based-Technology (CBT) Assessment Implementation in a Nigerian Higher Institution and a Lecturer's Work Stories: Implication for Counselling", International Conference on E-Learning in the Work-Place |
| 10 | Nwadinobi V.N. (2019, August), "Perceived Influence of Counselling Techniques in Reducing Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder among Rape Victims", 44th CASSON International Conference |
| 11 | Nwadinobi V.N. (2017, October), "Diversifying Economy through Vocational Education: Role of the Guidance Counsellor", National Conference of Women in Colleges of Education |
| 12 | Nwadinobi V.N. (2017, December), "Inadequate Child Parenting as Precursor of Corrupt Practices in Nigeria: Counselling Implications", |
| 13 | Nwadinobi V.N. (2016, November), "Inclusion of ICT in Education and Counselling the Disabled in the 21st Century", Annual Conference of Women in Colleges of Education |
| 14 | Nwadinobi V.N. (2016, August), "Counselling Women with Mental Health", CASSON International Conference |
| 15 | Nwadinobi V.N. (2014, July), "Aquisition of Enterpreneural Skills among Youths: A tool for Insecurity Reduction in Nigeria", European Congress of Psychology |
| 16 | Nwadinobi V.N. (2013, September), "Causes of, and Remedy to Insecurity and Kidnapping in Anambra State, Nigeria.", 4th Biennial International Conference of Women Leading Education |
| 17 | Nwadinobi V.N. (2012, July), "Effects of Cognitive Restructuring and Assertiveness Training on Drug Abuse among Secondary School Adolescents in Ontisha Education Zone, Anambra State", 30th International Congress of Psychologists |
| 18 | VN NWADINOBI. (2011, August), "Economic Meltdown And Career Opportunities Of Adolescents In Onitsha North Local Government Area", COUNSELLING ASSOCIATION OF NIGERIA, pp 81-89 |
| 19 | Nwadinobi V.N. (2011, August), "Roles of Counselling for Reducing the Negative Consequences of Female Genital Mutilation on the Girl Child in Onitsha North LGA", CASSON Conference, Kano |
| 20 | Nwadinobi V.N. (2011, June), "Types and Factors Associated with Corrupt Academic Practices in Degree-Awarding Institutions in Anambra State: Counselling Implications", International Conference of the Faculties of Education and the Social Sciences |
| 21 | Nwadinobi V.N. (2010, June), "Counselling Teachers of Exceptional Children: A prerequisite for Effective Implementation of UBE Scheme", 1st International Conference of Curriculum Development and Instructional Materials Centre (CUDIMAC) |
| 22 | Nwadinobi V.N. (2010, February), "Counselling Implications of Terrorism and Insurgency in Institutions of Higher Learning in Nigeria.", School of Arts and Social Sciences International Conference |
| 23 | Nwadinobi V.N. (2010, February), "Constraints to the Use of Educational Research Findings in Policy Making and National Development", 1st World Congress on Research and Development |
| 24 | OMEJE JC, VN NWADINOBI. (2009, March), "Counselling For Harmonious Living Among Different Denominations In Anambra State.", COUNSELLING ASSOCIATION OF NIGERIA, pp 58-64 |
| 25 | Nwadinobi V.N. (2009, August), "University Academic Staff Perception on the Mandate for Higher Education Research for the Achievement of MDGS: Implication for Counselling", Regional Conference by Higher Education Research and Policy Network (HERPNET) |
| 26 | Nwadinobi V.N. (2009, May), "Counselling in Primary Schools as an Essential Tool for Universal Basic Eductiona Actualization", 1st Biennial International Conference of School of Education |
| 27 | Nwadinobi V.N. (2008, October), "The Effect of Rational Emotive Therapy in Reducing Test Phobia among Students in Tertiary Schools: Implications for Quality Education in Nigeria", National Conference of Nwafor Orizu College of Education |
| 28 | Nwadinobi V.N. (2007, August), "Reforms in Special Education for the Attainment of Millenium Development Goals (MDGS) in Education: The Place of Counselling", Faculty of Education Conference |
| 29 | Nwadinobi V.N. (2006, May), "The Role of Information in Counselling Services", Institute of Education Annual Conference |
| 30 | Nwadinobi V.N. (2005, November), "Influence of Socio-Economic Status of Parents and Gender on Students Educational Outcome", School of Education Biennial Conference |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Supervisions | |
|---|---|
| 1 | "SELF EFFICACY And BIRTH ORDER As A PREDICTOR Of ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT OF SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS In ANAMBRA STATE." (February, 2020). Completed Masters project by GLORIA CHISOM NWAFOR |
| 2 | "Sources of Career in adolescent in secondary school and their career" (2022). Completed Masters project by Chukwuma Rita Nneka (2017696006F) |
| 3 | "Effect of Cognitive Restructuring and Self Management Techniques on Panic Disorder among Secondary School Students" (2024). Completed Masters project by Tagbo Josephine Nwanneka |
| 4 | "Emotional Intelligence and Job Satisfaction as Correlates of Teacher Job Commitment in Secondary Schools in Delta State" (2024). Completed Masters project by Ajufo Victoria Isioma |
| 5 | "Study Habits and Self Efficacy as Predictors of English Language Academic Achievement of Students in Secondary Schools in Imo State." (2026). Ongoing Doctorate project by Ubah Immaculata Adanma (2023697004FA) |
| Editorships | |
| 1 | Editor, "Counselling Association of Nigeria CASSON" (January, 2026) |
| 2 | Editor, "Journal of the Department of Guidance and Counselling, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (August, 2023) |
| 3 | Editor, "Journal of School-Based Counselling Policy and Evaluation (JSCPE)" (July, 2022) |
| 4 | Editor, "Journal of the National Association of Women in Colleges of Education" (October, 2019) |
| 5 | Editor, "International Journal for Women Empowerment and Education Research: A Festchrist for Prof. Tijani Isma'L(Vol.2 (1))" (March, 2019) |
| Reviewerships | |
| 1 | Reviewer, "International Journal of Education and Literary Studies" (October, 2021) |
| Examinerships | |
| 1 | Chief Examiner, "Professional Diploma in Education" (November, 2021 to August, 2023). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 2 | Examiner, "Proposal Exam" (June, 2026). Ongoing Internal-Internal Exam |
| 3 | Examiner, "Post Graduate External Examiner" (May, 2024). Ongoing External Exam |
| Accreditation Panel Memberships | |
| 1 | Panelist, "NCCE Accreditation team to shehu shagari college of education sokoto" (November, 2018) |
| 2 | Panelist, "NCCE Accreditation team to college of education Mosogar, Delta state." (August, 2018) |
| 3 | Panelist, "NCCE Accreditation team to AL-HIKMA College of education Ankpa, kogi state" (June, 2017) |
| 4 | Panelist, "NCCE Accreditation team to Institute of education(Thinkers corner, Enugu) Enugu state" (December, 2017) |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Member, Editorial Board, "Counselling Association of Nigeria CASSON" (January, 2026) |
| 2 | Post Graduate Supervisor (Ph D Co -Supervisor), "Department of Guidance and Counselling, Faculty of Education NnamdiAzikiwe University Awka" (April, 2026) |
| 3 | Board Member, "St Charles Borromeo-Shanahan University Teaching Hospital" (May, 2026) |
| 4 | Member Governing Council, "Shanahan University, Anambra State" (April, 2025) |
| 5 | Member, Counselling Practitioners Governing Board Council, "Federal Ministry of Education" (April, 2025) |
| 6 | Adjunct Associate Professor, "Shanahan University, Anambra State" (May, 2025) |
| 7 | Adjunct Lecturer, "Shehu Shagari University of Education, Sokoto" (June, 2025) |
| 8 | Member, Shanahan Education Foundation Board, "Shanahan Education Foundation, Anambra State" (December, 2023) |
| 9 | Zonal Sub-Dean, "Forum of SUBEB chairmen of Nigeria" (December, 2023 to December, 2025) |
| 10 | Secretary, Constitution Review Panel, "Counselling Association of Nigeria CASSON" (October, 2023 to August, 2024) |
| 11 | Member, State Education Advisory Council, "Government of Anambra State of Nigeria" (November, 2022) |
| 12 | Chairman, Anambra State Basic Education Board (ASUBEB), "Government of Anambra State of Nigeria" (October, 2022 to April, 2026) |
| 13 | Member, "Faculty of Education Alumni Sub-Committees" (February, 2022) |
| 14 | Chairman, "Anambra State Universal Basis Education Board (ASUBEB)" (October, 2022) |
| 15 | Member, "Faculty of Education Sports, Fitness and Wellness Committee" (January, 2021) |
| 16 | Member, "Faculty of Education COVID-19 Response Committee" (January, 2021) |
| 17 | Member, "Faculty of Education Teaching Practice Committee" (March, 2021) |
| 18 | Chairman, "Department of Guidance and Counselling Clinic Counsellors" (February, 2020) |
| 19 | Member, "Faculty of Education Newsletter Committee" (October, 2019) |
| 20 | Member, "Department of Guidance and Counselling Accreditation Committee" (April, 2019 to January, 2020) |
| 21 | Member, "Department of Guidance and Counselling Linkage and Staff Development" (October, 2019) |
| 22 | Staff Adviser, "Student Counselling Association of Nigeria (SCASSON), Unizik Chapter" (October, 2019) |
| 23 | Secretary, "Department of Guidance and Counselling Post-Graduate Board" (October, 2019) |
| 24 | Member, "Department of Guidance and Counselling Knowledge and ICT Committee" (October, 2019) |
| 25 | Member, "Department of Guidance and Counselling Research Team" (October, 2019) |
| 26 | Member, "Department of Guidance and Counselling Journal/Chapter in Books Committee" (October, 2019) |
| 27 | Member, "Fellows of Counselling Association of Nigeria (CASSON)" (August, 2019) |
| 28 | Undergraduate Project Supervisor, "Guidance and Counselling Students" (October, 2019) |
| 29 | CEP Project Supervisor, "Department of Guidance and Counselling" (September, 2019) |
| 30 | Director, "Centre for Continuing Education (Degree Sandwich Programme) of NOCEN in affiliation with University of Nigeria, Nsukka" (February, 2017 to February, 2019) |
| 31 | Member, Mental Health Facilitator, "Center for Credentialing and Education NBCC International" (August, 2014) |
| 32 | National Assistant Secretary, "Counselling Association of Nigeria (CASSON)" (August, 2014 to August, 2019) |
| 33 | Member, "National Summit on Teachers Technical Team" (December, 2014) |
| 34 | Centre Coordinator, "Nnewi Part Time Programme of NOCEN" (February, 2014 to February, 2017) |
| 35 | Resource Person, "Teacher Professional Development Programme UBEC/ASUBEB" (July, 2013 to August, 2013) |
| 36 | Member, "Counselling Association of Nigeria (CASSON) National Delegates Congress" (August, 2013) |
| 37 | State Secretary, "Counselling Association of Nigeria (CASSON), Anambra Chapter" (July, 2012 to July, 2014) |
| 38 | Head of Department, "Department of Educational Psychology, Nwafor Orizu College of Education" (July, 2011 to June, 2013) |
| 39 | Special Marshall, "Federal Road Safety Commission" (July, 2009) |
| 40 | State Vice President, "Counselling Association of Nigeria (CASSON), Anambra Chapter" (July, 2009 to July, 2012) |
| 41 | College Coordinator, "Nwafor Orizu College of Education, Nsugbe (NOCEN)" (February, 2008 to February, 2011) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "International Society of Substance Use Professionals (Nigeria Chapter)" (member since 2022), https://www.issup.net |
| 2 | Full Member, "International society of substance use professionals" - MISSUP (member since 2020), https://www.issup.org |
| 3 | Fellow Member, "Institute of Policy management Development IPMD" - 1116( RC:749491 (member since 2019), https://www.ipmd.org.ng |
| 4 | Full Member, "American counselling Association ACA" - ACA 6490632 (member since 2018), https://www.counselling.org |
| 5 | Full Member, "International Research and Development Institute" - 10-08-34-22 (member since 2010), https://irdconcal.blogspot.com |
| 6 | Full Member, "Nigerian council for Educational Psychologists NCEP" - MNCEP (member since 2010), https://www.ncep.org.ng |
| 7 | Fellow Member, "strategic institute for natural resources and human development" - FRHD (member since 2009), https://newmail-ng.com |
| 8 | Full Member, "National association of women in colleges of education WICE" - MWICE (member since 2008), http://www..fcepankshin.edu.ng |
| 9 | Fellow Member, "Counselling Association of Nigeria CASSON" - CASSONID 0824 (member since 2007), https://www.cassonnigeria.org |
| 10 | Full Member, "Teachers Registration council of Nigeria TRCN" - AN/S/01252 (member since 2005), https://trcn.gov.ng |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
|---|---|
| 1 | "Digitalization and Sustainability Education Advancement", (Faculty of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University), 11th May, 2026 to 14th May, 2026; ASUU Secretariat, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 2 | "South East Educators Conference (SEEC)", (SEEC), 15th April, 2026 to 16th April, 2026; Awka, Anambra State |
| 3 | "Africa Education Summit", (Global Skills Hub United Kingdom), 19th March, 2026 to 21st March, 2026; University of Professional Studies, Accra, Ghana |
| 4 | "National Annual Teachers Conference", (National Teachers Institute), 11th November, 2024 to 14th November, 2024; NTI Headquarters, Kaduna |
| 5 | "Counseling for National Safety and Security", (Counselling Association of Nigeria (CASSON)), 21st August, 2023 to 25th August, 2023; Bayern University, Kano |
| 6 | "International Counselling Association of Nigeria", (Counselling Association of Nigeria (CASSON)), 8th August, 2022 to 12th August, 2022; Yola, Adamawa |
| 7 | "Couselling Association Of Nigeria (CASSON) Conference", (CASSON), 16th August, 2021 to 20th August, 2021; IBADAN |
| 8 | "Couselling Association Of Nigeria (CASSON) Conference", (CASSON), 19th August, 2019 to 23rd August, 2019; PORT HARCOUNT |
| 9 | "Conference Of Association Of Professional Counsellors In Nigeria APROCON, Port Harcourt", (APROCON), 30th July, 2019 to 3rd August, 2019; PORT HARCOUNT |
| 10 | "Twenty-sixth International Conference On Learning, Held At Queens University Belfast, UK", (Twenty-sixth International Conference on Learning, held at Queens University Belfast, UK), 24th July, 2019 to 26th July, 2019; UNITED KINGDOM |
| 11 | "7thinternational Conference Of Women Leading Education Conference", (Women Leading Education Conference), 7th July, 2019 to 13th July, 2019; UNITED KINGDOM |
| 12 | "International Conference On E-Learning In The Workplace Held At Columbia University New York, USA", (Inference on E-Learning in the Workplace held at Columbia University New York, USA), 10th June, 2019 to 12th June, 2019; NEW YORK USA |
| 13 | "Women In Colleges Of Education National Conference", (Women in Colleges of Education National Conference), 9th October, 2017 to 13th October, 2017; GOMBE |
| 14 | "School Of Arts And Social Sciences International Conference", (School of Arts and Social Sciences International Conference), 25th June, 2017 to 28th June, 2017; NSUGBE |
| 15 | "Couselling Association Of Nigeria (CASSON) Conference", (CASSON), 21st August, 2016 to 26th August, 2016; LAGOS STATE |
| 16 | "European Congress Of Psychology", (European congress of Psychologists Association), 7th July, 2014 to 10th July, 2014; Milan, Italy |
| 17 | "4th Biennial International Conference Of Women Leading Education (WLE)", (Association of Women Leading Education International), 29th August, 2013 to 29th August, 2013; University of Ghana |
| 18 | "30thInternational Congress Of Psychologists", (Congress of Psychologists), 23rd July, 2012 to 27th July, 2012; SOUTH AFRICA |
| 19 | "Couselling Association Of Nigeria (CASSON) Conference", (CASSON), 6th August, 2011 to 9th August, 2011; KANO |
| 20 | "International Conference Of The Faculties Of Education And The Social Sciences, University Of Nigeria Nsukka", (Faculties of Education and the Social Sciences, University of Nigeria Nsukka), 20th June, 2011 to 23rd June, 2011; NSUKKA |
| 21 | "1st International Conference Of Curriculum Development And Instructional Materials Centre (CUDIMAC) University Of Nigeria Nsukka", (Curriculum Development and Instructional Materials Centre (CUDIMAC) University of Nigeria Nsukka), 20th June, 2011 to 23rd June, 2011; NSUKKA |
| 22 | "1st World Congress On Research And Development", (1st world congress on Research and Development), 9th October, 2010 to 12th October, 2010; PORT HARCOUNT |
| 23 | "Couselling Association Of Nigeria (CASSON) Conference", (CASSON), 3rd August, 2010 to 7th August, 2010; ENUGU |
| 24 | "International Conference Of Southern African Society For Education (SASE)", (Southern African society for Education), 10th July, 2010 to 10th September, 2010; south Africa |
| 25 | "1st International Conference Of Curriculum Development And Instructional Materials Centre (CUDIMAC) University Of Nigeria Nsukka", (Curriculum Development and Instructional Materials Centre (CUDIMAC) University of Nigeria Nsukka), 16th June, 2010 to 19th June, 2010; NSUKKA |
| 26 | "Regional Conference By Higher Education Research And Policy Network (HERPNET)", (HERPNET), 17th August, 2009 to 20th August, 2009; UGANDA |
| 27 | "Couselling Association Of Nigeria (CASSON) Conference", (CASSON), 3rd August, 2009 to 6th August, 2009; ABUJA |
| 28 | "1st Biennial International Conference Of School Of Education, Michael Otedola College Of Prim Education Noforija, Epe Lagos State", (School of Education, Michael Otedola College of Prim Education Noforija, Epe Lagos State), 19th May, 2009 to 22nd May, 2009; LAGOS STATE |
| 29 | "National Conference Of Nwafor Orizu College Of Education Nsugbe", (Nwafor Orizu College of Education Nsugbe), 6th October, 2008 to 10th October, 2008; NSUGBE |
| 30 | "Faculty Of Education Conference, University Of Nigeria Nsukka", (Faculty of Education Conference, University of Nigeria Nsukka), 6th August, 2007 to 9th August, 2007; NSUKKA |
| 31 | "4th Annaul National Conference Of Association For Encouraging Of Qualitative Education In Nigeria (ASSEQEN)", (Association for Encouraging of Qualitative Education in Nigeria (ASSEQEN)), 14th May, 2007 to 16th May, 2007; ASABA |
| 32 | "Conference Of Women In Colleges Of Education, At AOCED Lagos State", (Women in Colleges of Education, at AOCED Lagos State), 14th November, 2006 to 17th November, 2006; LAGOS STATE |
| 33 | "Faculty Of Education Annual Conference, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka", (Faculty of Education annual Conference, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 31st July, 2006 to 4th August, 2006; AWKA |
| 34 | "Institute Of Education University Of Nigeria Nsukka", (Institute of Education University of Nigeria Nsukka), 15th May, 2006 to 18th May, 2006; NSUKKA |
| 35 | "School Of Education Biennial Conference, Nwafor Orizu College Of Education Nsugbe", (School of Education Biennial conference, Nwafor Orizu College of Education Nsugbe), 14th November, 2005 to 18th November, 2005; NSUGBE |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "Counsellors as Policy Actors", (Secure D Future International Initiative and Counselling Practitioners Council of Nigeria), 27th November, 2025 to 27th November, 2025; Nigeria |
| 2 | "Management Development Services Limited", (Management Development Services Limited), 6th May, 2024 to 10th May, 2024; Kigali, Rwanda |
| 3 | "School Administrators Seminar/ Workshop For Primary And Secondary Schools", (EDUCATION SECTION OF NNEWI ANGLICAN DIOCESE), 19th February, 2019 to 19th February, 2019; NNEWI |
| 4 | "Student Tutoring, Mentoring and Counselling Programme", (Federal Ministry of Education/UBEC), 15th January, 2019 to 15th January, 2019; Owerri, Imo State |
| 5 | "Advanced Digital Appreciation Programme (Tertiary Training)", (Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 7th June, 2011 to 11th June, 2011; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State |
| 6 | "Capacity Building Workshop On The Management Of The Mentally/physically Challenged Youths In Nigeria Held At RECDOT Ozubulu", (capacity building workshop), 8th June, 2010 to 8th June, 2010; OZUBULU |
| 7 | "Early Childhood Education", (UNICEF), 12th March, 2008 to 15th March, 2008; Abakaliki, Ebonyi State |
| Seminar | |
| 1 | "WAEC Monthly Seminars, Lagos", (WAEC monthly seminars, Lagos), 5th December, 2017 to 5th December, 2017; LAGOS STATE |