Dr. Tonia Uchechi Chigbo-obasi
Dr. Tonia Uchechi Chigbo-obasi is a LECTURER I in EARLY CHILDHOOD AND PRIMARY EDUCATION Department, Faculty Of Education in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
Dr. Tonia Uchechi Chigbo-Obasi is a Lecturer in the Department of Early Childhood and Primary Education, Faculty of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria. she is a passionate lecturer who delights in working collaboratively with others. She is also a specialist in training teachers, organizing workshops, seminars among others.
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Address: | Early Childhood And Primary Education, Faculty Of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF EDUCATION |
Department/Sub-Unit: | EARLY CHILDHOOD AND PRIMARY EDUCATION |
Social Profiles
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
|---|---|
| 1 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka. (Doctor of Philosophy, February, 2023) October, 2018 to February, 2023 PhD. Early Childhood And Primary Education Early Childhood And Primary Education |
| 2 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University. Awka. (Master Degree, August, 2016) May, 2015 to August, 2016 M. Ed Early Childhood And Primary Education |
| 3 | Ehere Community Primary School, Aba. (FSLC, October, 2010) February, 1989 to July, 1994 |
| 4 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University. Awka. (Bachelor Degree, July, 2007) February, 2003 to July, 2007 B.Ed Educational Guidiance And Counselling/Health Education |
| 5 | Girls' High School, Aba. (NECO, June, 2000) February, 1995 to June, 2000 |
| Other / Relevant Certificates | |
| 1 | Center for Bioethics and Research (November, 2024) August, 2024 to December, 2024 Diploma Bioethics And Research |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Sandwich Coordinator, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. October, 2024 to February, 2026 |
| 2 | Faculty Member, Chandelle Global Education August, 2024 to Present |
| 3 | Lecturer1, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka Anambra State December, 2023 to Present |
| 4 | Lecturer II, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.(ECPE) March, 2020 to Present |
| 5 | Assistant Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.(ECPE) March, 2019 to March, 2020 |
| 6 | Research Assistant, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. January, 2013 to February, 2019 |
| 7 | Guidance Counsellor, Rhama Schools. Suleja Niger September, 2010 to June, 2012 |
| 8 | Principal, Shining Star Schools Suleja. Niger March, 2009 to September, 2010 |
| 9 | Tutor, Kpakiama Secondary School, Delta April, 2008 to March, 2009 |
Creative Output
| Books | |
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| 1 | Onyeisi Veronica Ifeyinwa, Anachuna Obinna Nonso, Obiekwe Kingsley Kenechukwu, Ikedinma Francis Ifeanyi, Chigbo-Obasi Tonia Uchechi and Obilor Peter Uzochukwu. (2026, April) Advancing Equitable Education: Overcoming Digital and Socioeconomic Barriers in a Globalized World , pp 188 |
| 2 | Tonia T. U. Chigbo-Obasi PhD, Onyinyechichukwu G. Elechi, Ijeoma A. Mbachi Okoli, Chinyere V. Iwu, Roseline. A... (2025, December) Fundamentals of Early Childhood Care , Vol. 3, pp 226 |
| Book Chapters | |
| 1 | Anierobi Elizabeth Ifeoma, Chigbo-Obasi Tonia Uchechi, Abiakwu Onyinyechukwu Felicity. (2024, August) "The Future of Teaching in Nigeria with Artificial Intelligence Technologies" in THE CENTRE FOR DISABILITY AND SPECIAL NEEDS RESEARCH (CENDASNER) NNAMDI AZIKWE UNIVERSITY, AWKА NIGERIA, pp 93-112 |
| 2 | Ngozie E. Anyikwa, Kingsley K. Obiekwe, Jennifer Chizoba Oluwatayo, Tonia U. Chigbo-Obasi. (2023, July) "Educating for Empowerment: The Transformative Roles of Women Education for Africa's Development", in Women in Africa's Development (eds. Anayo D. N, Chizoba C.) , pp 322-334 |
| 3 | Jennifer C. Oluwatayo, Doris I. Ugwude, Tonia U. Chigbo-Obasi. (2021, August) "Teachers' Perception of Information and Communication Technology as an Innovative Instructional Strategy for Improving Pupils Academic Performances in Mathematics", in Innovations in Science, Technology and Mathematics Education in Nigeria: Classroom Practices, eds. Ebele C. Okigbo, Nneka R. Nnorom, Ernest Onwuke , pp 167-174 |
| Journal Articles | |
| 1 | Chigbo-Obasi T. U, Esenwagu S. A, Anachuna O. N, Etele V. A, Majebi E. C, and Chukwu P. O. (2026, April), "Relationship between Peer Social Interaction and Students' Social Emotional Development in Secondary Schools in Awka Urban of Anambra State, Nigeria.", International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science ( IJRISS), Vol. 5, (Issue 3) |
| 2 | Etele Valentina Anulika PhD, Tonia Uchechi Chigbo-Obasi PhD and Ezemba Edith Ukamaka. (2026, January), "Ethical Considerations in Implementation for Educational Leadership", UNIZIK Orient Journal of Education (UNIOJE), Vol. 12, (Issue 2), ISSN: 07949525 |
| 3 | Iwogbe Ebele Constance, Tonia Uchechi Chigbo-Obasi, Maryann Chidiebere Ezeanwu, Obona, Edut Egbe. (2025, June), "EDUCATIONAL MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEM (EMIS), A STRATEGIC TOOL FOR PROMOTING PRIMARY EDUCATION ADMINISTRATION: EMERGING CHALLENGES AND SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS", Int'l journal of research educators and scientific development, Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 10 |
| 4 | Kingsley Chinaza Nwosu, Tonia Uchechi Chigbo-Obasi, Amaechi Charles Anidi, Obinna Nonso Anachuna, Chidinma C. Thompson, Emmanuel Chukwunweike Nwangwu, Chinenye Blessing Amaonye, Mirian Ngozi Alike, Chibuzo Valeria Ahaneku. (2025, December), "Inclusive Mentorship Support Provided by Primary School Teachers to Early Childhood and Primary Education Student-Teachers during Teaching Practice", UNIZIK Journal of Educational Management and Policy (UJOEMP), Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 271-281 |
| 5 | OGUEJIOFOR, Chidumebi Ngozi a , OKAFOR, Judith Nneka, ANI, Anthonia Nwabugo, CHIGBO-OBASI, Tonia Uchechi , OGBUANYA, Patience Chiamaka and MOKWE, Nwamaka Florence. (2025, April), "Relationship between School Social Environment and Students’ Academic Engagement in Secondary Schools in Ekwusigo, Anambra State, Nigeria", Asian Journal of Education and Social Studies, Vol. 51, (Issue 4), pp 310-321 |
| 6 | Chigbo-Obasi T. U,, Ezeanwu M. C., Okeke E. N., Iwu C. V.. (2024, August), "Perceived Impact of Online bullying on Pupils Mental Health in Awka South Local Government Area of Anambra State", Journal of Research and Practice in Childhood Education, Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 66-73 |
| 7 | Akinyele Osemeiasoh Anthonia, Chigbo-Obasi Tonia Uchechi, Seghosemeh Hauwa Abdullah. (2024, July), "INFLUENCE OF TEACHERS’ AGE ON ATTITUDE TOWARDS CHILDREN WITH CHALLENGING BEHAVIOURS IN PRIMARY SCHOOLS", JOURNAL OF EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH STUDIES, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 104-113 |
| 8 | Tonia Uchechi Chigbo-Obasi, Mbachi Roseline Anurika, Juliet Amaka Okonkwo. (2024, April), "Problems Militating Against Effective Implementation of Inclusive Education in Primary Schools in Ohafia Local Government Area of Abia State", UNIZIK Orient Journal of Education, Vol. 11, (Issue 2), pp 168-173 |
| 9 | Ijeoma A. Okoli, Ebele C. Okigbo, Tonia U. Chigbo-Obasi. (2024, June), "CONSTRAINTS ON THE USE OF PROBLEM-BASED LEARNING IN PRIMARY MATHEMATICS INSTRUCTION IN ORUMBA SOUTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT EDUCATION AUTHORITY OF ANAMBRA STATE", CONSTRAINTS ON THE USE OF PROBLEM-BASED LEARNING IN PRIMARY MATHEMATICS INSTRUCTION IN ORUMBA SOUTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT EDUCATION AUTHORITY OF ANAMBRA STATE, Vol. 15, (Issue 2), pp 29 |
| 10 | Okeke, E.N., Ekweozor, C. E. & Chigbo-Obasi T. U. (2023, May), "Extent of Implemention of Policy Guidelines in Public Primary Schools in Anambra State.", JOURNAL OF THEORETICAL AND EMPIRICAL STUDIES IN EDUCATION, Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 51-62 |
| 11 | Hope Uzoma Nwaubani; Faith Ebele Anyachebelu & Dr. Tonia Uchechi Chigbo-Obas. (2023, July), "Parental Involvement as Co-Relates Of Pupils’ Academic Achievement In Mathematics in Awka South Local Government Education Authority", Unizik Journal of Educational Research and Policy Studies (UNIJERPS), Vol. 16, (Issue 1), pp 155-162 |
| 12 | Ngozi Eucharia Anyikwa, Ngozi Diwunma Obidike, Tonia Uchechi Chigbo-Obasi. (2023, January), "Relationship Among Parental Reading Beliefs, Home Literacy Practices and Reading Interests of Children In Nursery Schools in Anambra State", _South Eastern Journal of Research and Sustainable Development (SEJRSD)_, Vol. 11, (Issue 1), pp 89-108 |
| 13 | Okeke, Eucharia Nneka, Dr Chigbo-Obasi, Tonia, Dr Ugwude, Doris Ifeoma & Oluwatayo, Jenifer Chizoba. (2023, July), "Management Challenges of Public Primary School Administrators in Awka South Local Government: The Way Forward", Unizik Journal Of Education Graduates, Vol. 8 |
| 14 | Tonia Uchechi Chigbo-Obasi, Ngozi Eucharia Anyikwa. (2022, September), "Relationship Between Parental Reading Beliefs and Reading Interest of Children In Nursery Schools In Anambra State", South Eastern Journal of Research and Sustainable Developmen, Vol. 10, (Issue 2), pp 1-16 |
| 15 | Chigbo-Obasi, T. U., Prof. Anyikwa N. E., & Iwogbe E. C.. (2022, August), "Promoting Hands-on and Minds-on instruction in Early Childhood Education in Awka Metropolis", Journal of Research and practice in Childhood Education |
| 16 | Chigbo-Obasi T. U, Obidike N. D. (2021, October), "Extent of Early Childhood Education Teachers' Utilization of instructional Materials for Teaching, Reading in Nursery Schools in Anambra State", UNIZIK Journal of Education Graduate, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 156-164 |
| 17 | Elechi, G.O., Iwogbe E.C., Chigbo-Obasi T. U.. (2021, April), "Rebranding and Repackaging the Teacher and Teaching Profession to Meet Global Best Practices Towards 2030", International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology, Vol. 6, (Issue 4), pp 971-976 |
| 18 | L. I. Akunne, T. U. Chigbo-Obasi, E.C. Iwogbe. (2021, September), "Perceived Strategies For Combing Examination Malpractices Among Secondary School Students In Nigeria", Asian Journal of Education and Social Studies, Vol. 20, (Issue 4), pp 8-17 |
| 19 | Akunne, L. I, Chigbo-Obasi, T. U.. (2020, January), "Gender And Faculty Of Study As Predictors Of Undergraduate Students' Achievement In Tertiary Institutions In Nigeria", Journal of Advances in Research, Vol. 20, (Issue 5), pp 1-6 |
| 20 | Chigbo-Obasi T. U., Anyikwa N.E.. (2020, September), "Enhancing Children's Reading Skills Through The Use Of Shared Book Reading Among Primary School Pupils In Awka Metropolis", Journal of Early Childhood and Primary Education, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 27-37 |
| 21 | Mbachi Roseline A., Enemuo Joy O., Chigbo-Obasi Tonia U.. (2020, September), "Perceived Influence Of Play On Learning Activities Among Pupils In Anambra State", Journal of Early Childhood and Primary Education, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 49-60 |
| 22 | Lilian Nwanneka Onwuka, Obaji Tonia Uchechi, Onwuka Chnazor. (2016, August), "Mother's Involvement in Children's Homework Completion in Primary Schools", Journal of Research and Practice in Childhood Education, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 248-260 |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | Iwogbe, E. C., Awwal, I., Chigbo-Obasi T. U. & Anidi, A. C. (2021, September), "Perceived role of community on safety and security in the management of pre-primary and primary schools in Awka, Anambra State.", |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Supervisions | |
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| 1 | "Play and Media as Correlates of of Social Adjustment Among Children in Early Childhood Centres in Orumba South Local Government Education Authority, Anambra State." (2023). Ongoing Masters project by Ogochukwu, Gloria Anazodo |
| 2 | "Influence of Teacher-Child Interaction on the Social Skills of Primary School Pupils in Awka North Local Government Education Authority" (2021). Ongoing Masters project by Chikamso Maryann Nwabineli |
| 3 | "Impact of Teacher's Training in Reforming Quality Professional Development in Early Childhood Education Centres in Anambra State." (2024). Ongoing Masters project by Omile, Kosiso Jacinta, 2021676006PA |
| 4 | "Effect of Problem-Base Learning Method on Pupils Interest and Academic Achievement in Mathematics in Oshimili South Local Government Education Authority" (2024). Ongoing Masters project by Numdi, Ijeoma Collins, 2020676004FA |
| 5 | "Perceived Impact of Childhood Trauma and Gender Bias on Speech Impairment of Children in Primary Schools in Anambra State" (2026). Ongoing Masters project by Ifeyinwa Comfort Abamara 2025676019PS |
| 6 | "Relationship among Digital Play, Traditional Play and Social Anxiety in Primary Schools" (2026). Ongoing Masters project by Chinenye Nwahiri Esther, 2025676011HN |
| 7 | "Extent of Awareness and Challenges of Implementing Developmentally Appropriate Practices in Primary Schools in Enugu Sate" (2026). Ongoing Masters project by Njideka Chinma Achilike ( Nee Okebalama), |
| 8 | "Culturally Responsive Teaching Practices as Correlates of Preschoolers Literacy Skill Development in Anambra State" (2026). Ongoing Masters project by Nogzi Udeh 2024675015FN |
| Editorships | |
| 1 | Editor, "Journal of Early Childhood and Primary Education" (February, 2025) |
| 2 | Editor, "Unizik Journal of Education Graduates" (October, 2025) |
| Reviewerships | |
| 1 | Reviewer, "International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation" (April, 2025) |
| Examinerships | |
| 1 | Examiner, "PG Masters Defence" (July, 2025). Completed External Exam |
| 2 | Examiner, "PG External Defence (Masters)" (October, 2025 to October, 2025). Completed External Exam |
| 3 | Examiner, "PG External Defence" (December, 2024 to December, 2025). Completed External Exam |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Committee Member, "Vice Chancellor's Committee on Convocation Fundraising Sub Committee." (March, 2026) |
| 2 | Committee Member, "Vice-Chancellor's Committee on Sexual Harassment/Assault Committee" (February, 2026) |
| 3 | Committee Member, "Vice Chancellor Committee on Senate Ceremonials," (March, 2026) |
| 4 | Vice Chairman, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University Alumni Association, Awka Branch" (June, 2025) |
| 5 | Facilitator, "Young Star Destiny Schools, Creche. Nursery, Primary, Ezekwuabor Otolo Nnewi." (August, 2025 to August, 2025) |
| 6 | Committee Member, "ASUU NAU Multipurpose Cooperative Society Limited, Nnamdi Azikiwe University" (June, 2024 to June, 2026) |
| 7 | Faculty Member, "Chandelle Global Education" (August, 2024) |
| 8 | Member, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University Alumni Association" (April, 2024) |
| 9 | Supervisor, "Post Graduate Degree Programme, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (April, 2024) |
| 10 | Chairman, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University Alumni Awka branch 2022/2023 Annual Financial Audit Committee" (June, 2023) |
| 11 | Collation Officer, "Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)" (February, 2023 to February, 2023) |
| 12 | Collation Officer, "Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)" (March, 2023 to March, 2023) |
| 13 | Facilitator, "Early Childhood and Primary Education NAU, Awka, Orientation/Induction and Interactive Ceremony" (April, 2023 to April, 2023) |
| 14 | Member, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka Alumini Welfare Committee" (February, 2023) |
| 15 | Member, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University Directorate of Quality Assurance and Certification" (June, 2023) |
| 16 | Facilatotor, "Candy Group of Schools" (September, 2022 to September, 2022) |
| 17 | Facilitator, "Gran Hermano Academy" (September, 2022 to September, 2022) |
| 18 | Supervisory Presiding Officer (SPO), "Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)" (November, 2021 to November, 2021) |
| 19 | Facilitator, "Gran Hermano Academy" (August, 2021 to August, 2021) |
| 20 | Speaker, "National association of early childhood and primary education" (June, 2021 to June, 2021) |
| 21 | Member, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University. (Faculty of Education)" (April, 2019) |
| 22 | Speaker, "Royaline ikebuaso foundation" (August, 2019 to August, 2019) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Life Member, "Association of Childhood Educators, Nigeria" - 137 (member since 2019), https://ecan.org.ng/ |
| 2 | Life Member, "Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria" - CT/R/04659 (member since 2011), https://trcn.gov.ng/ |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "Use of Emerging Technologies in African Education and Development", (Faculty of Education, NAU in collaboration with Fontis Aid Foundation Anambra, Nigeria), 1st May, 2024 to 4th May, 2024; ASSU SEC. NAU, Awka |
| 2 | "Education in a Period of Social-Political and Economic Uncertainty", (Faculty of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University. Awka), 31st October, 2023 to 3rd November, 2023; ASSU SEC. NAU Awka |
| 3 | "The Nigerian Child in Criss. The way Forward", (Association for Childhood Educators, Nigeria), 26th September, 2023 to 26th September, 2023; NAU Awka |
| 4 | "Re-Engineering Education for Good Governance, Security, Creativity and Environmental Protection for National Development in Covid-19 Pandemic Era", (Faculty Of Education UNIZIK), 15th September, 2021 to 16th September, 2021; UNIZIK AWKA |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "Re-Engineering the University System through Quality Assurance", (NNamdi Azikiwe University, Directorate of Quality Assurance and Certificate Verification), 7th November, 2023 to 7th November, 2023; UNIZK Auditorium Awka |
| 2 | "Re-engineering the University Systemthrough Quality Assurance", (NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY DIRECTORATE OF QUALITY ASSURANCE AND CERTIFICATION), 7th November, 2023 to 7th November, 2023; Awka, Anambra |
| 3 | "Foundamentals of Research Supervison and Work Ethics", (Faculty of Education, NAU Awka), 26th September, 2023 to 26th September, 2023; ASSU NAU Secretariat |
| 4 | "Online Teaching and Examination", (Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Sandwich Programme Training), 20th June, 2023 to 20th June, 2023; NAU AWKA |
| 5 | "On-Line Teaching and Examination", (Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. Sandwich Programme Training), 20th June, 2023 to 20th June, 2023; UNIZIK, Awka |
| 6 | "The Special Education/Early Childhood Teacher Development and Service - Learning Workshop", (Boys Champions), 24th November, 2022 to 26th November, 2022; Oakland Hotel Enugu, Enugu State |
| 7 | "Professional Development Training forTeachers.", (Street2School Initiative in Collaboration with U. S. Consulate General, Lagos), 11th March, 2022 to 12th March, 2022; Lagos |
| Other Events | |
| 1 | "Teachers Resumption Training", (Gran Hermano Academy), 30th August, 2021 to 31st August, 2021; Awka, Anambra State |
| 2 | "Research Profile Update With Google.com", (OneStreet Schoolars Seminar Series), 1st August, 2021 to 1st August, 2021; Awka, Anambra State |
| 3 | "7th Annual National Conference Of The Association For Childhood Educators Nigeria", (Association for Childhood Educators Nigeria), 12th July, 2021 to 15th July, 2021; Abuja |
| 4 | "Questions About COVID-19 In ECE Programs", (National Association for the Education of Young Children), 21st May, 2020 to 21st May, 2020; Washigton DC 20005 |
| 5 | "Talking To And Supporting Children And Ourselves During The Pandemic", (National Association for the Education of Young Children), 7th May, 2020 to 7th May, 2020; Washigton DC 20005 |
| 6 | "Parents Time Out", (Pinkberry International School, Obosi), 25th August, 2019 to 25th August, 2019; Obosi, Onitsha. Anambra State |