Dr. Greg Ekeh
Dr. Greg Ekeh is a SENIOR LECTURER in EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATIONS Department, Faculty Of Education in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
Rev. Fr Dr Greg Ekeh is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Educational Foundations, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State. His field of specialization is Philosophy of Education. His research interest embraces education for a better society, peace education, value-based education and human empowerment through knowledge and its proper application to real life situations. Fr Greg is a Catholic priest of Onitsha Archdiocese. Ordained in 1996, he has had pastoral, academic and social experiences in various capacities. His hobby includes taking a walk, jogging, reading, and listening to good music. Fr Greg presently teaches the regular undergraduate, sandwich, continuing education programme and post graduate students in the Faculty of Education.
Personal Information
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Address: | Educational Foundations, Faculty Of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF EDUCATION |
Department/Sub-Unit: | EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATIONS |
Social Profiles
Interest Areas
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
|---|---|
| 1 | University Of Nigeria, Nsukka. (Doctor of Philosophy, December, 2017) October, 2012 to December, 2016 Ph.D Philosophy Of Education |
| 2 | University of Nigeria, Nsukka. (Doctor of Philosophy, December, 2017) October, 2012 to December, 2016 Ph.D Philosophy Of Education |
| 3 | Community Primary School, Ugbiake, Enugu-Ezike. (FSLC, July, 2017) September, 1975 to July, 1981 FSLC |
| 4 | Community Primary School, Ugbaike, Enugu-Ezike. (FSLC, July, 2017) September, 1975 to July, 1981 |
| 5 | Community Primary School, Ugbaike, Enugu-Ezike. (FSLC, July, 2017) September, 1975 to July, 1981 |
| 6 | University Of Nigeria, Nsukka. (Doctor of Philosophy, January, 2017) July, 2021 to December, 2016 Ph.D Philosophy Of Education |
| 7 | University Of Nigeria, Nsukka. (Doctor of Philosophy, January, 2017) October, 2012 to December, 2016 Degree Of Doctor Of Philosophyh Philosophy Of Education |
| 8 | University Of Nigeria, Nsukka. (Doctor of Philosophy, January, 2017) July, 2021 to December, 2016 Ph.D Philosophy Of Education |
| 9 | University Of Nigeria, Nsukka. (Master Degree, February, 2013) July, 2021 to July, 2021 M.Ed Philosophy Of Education |
| 10 | University Of Nigeria, Nsukka. (Master Degree, January, 2013) October, 2008 to August, 2011 M.Ed Philosophy Of Education |
| 11 | University of Nigeria, Nsukka. (Master Degree, January, 2013) October, 2008 to August, 2011 M,Ed Philosophy Of Education |
| 12 | University Of Nigeria, Nsukka. (Master Degree, January, 2013) October, 2008 to October, 2011 Degree Of Master Of Educationn Philosophy Of Education |
| 13 | University Of Nigeria, Nsukka. (Post-Graduate Degree, December, 2008) October, 2006 to February, 2008 PGDE Education |
| 14 | University of Nigeria, Nsukka. (Post-Graduate Degree, December, 2008) October, 2006 to February, 2008 PGDE Education |
| 15 | University Of Nigeria, Nsukka. (Post-Graduate Degree, February, 2008) July, 2021 to July, 2021 PGDE |
| 16 | Pontifical Urban University, Rome. (Bachelor Degree, July, 1997) July, 1992 to July, 1996 B.Th Theology |
| 17 | Seat Of Wisdom Seminary, Owerri ( An Affiliate OfUrban University, Rome). (Bachelor Degree, February, 1997) October, 1992 to June, 1996 Bachellor Of Sacred Theology Theology |
| 18 | Seat Of Wisdom Seminary, Owerri (An Affiliate Of Urban University, Rome). (Bachelor Degree, January, 1997) October, 1992 to June, 1996 B.Th Sacred Theology |
| 19 | Seat of Wisdom Seminary, Owerri (An Affiliate of Urban University, Rome). (Bachelor Degree, January, 1997) October, 1992 to June, 1996 B.Th Sacred Theology |
| 20 | Seat Of Wisdom Seminary, Owerri (An Affiliate Of Urban University, Rome). (Bachelor Degree, December, 1991) October, 1987 to June, 1991 B.Phil Philosophy |
| 21 | Seat of Wisdom Seminary, Owerri (An Affiliate of Urban University, Rome). (Bachelor Degree, December, 1991) October, 1987 to June, 1991 B.Phil Philosophy |
| 22 | Seat Of Wisdom Seminary, Owerri ( An Affiliate OfUrban University, Rome). (Bachelor Degree, December, 1991) October, 1987 to June, 1991 Bachellor Of Philosophy Philosophy |
| 23 | Pontifical Urban University, Rome. (Bachelor Degree, July, 1991) July, 1987 to July, 1991 B.Phil Philosophy |
| 24 | All Hallows Seminary, Onitsha. (SSCE, December, 1987) September, 1982 to July, 1987 WASC |
| 25 | All Hallows Seminary, Onitsha. (SSCE, December, 1987) September, 1982 to July, 1987 |
| 26 | All Hallows Seminary, Onitsha. (SSCE, July, 1987) July, 1982 to July, 1987 SSCE |
| 27 | Community Secondary School, Ugbaike, Enugu-Ezike. (FSLC, July, 1981) July, 1975 to July, 1981 First School Leaving Certificate |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Lecturer 11, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka March, 2019 to Present |
| 2 | Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka February, 2019 to Present |
| 3 | Lecturer, University of Nigeria, Nsukka May, 2017 to March, 2019 |
| 4 | Lecturer 11, University Of Nigeria, Nsukka May, 2017 to March, 2019 |
| 5 | Lecturer 11, The College Of Education, Nsukka June, 2009 to May, 2013 |
| 6 | Lecturer, The College of Education, Nsukka June, 2009 to April, 2013 |
| 7 | Parish Priest, St Mary's Parish, Umerum January, 2005 to October, 2007 |
| 8 | Parish Priest, St Mary's Parish, Umerum January, 2005 to September, 2007 |
| 9 | Parish Vicar, Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, Fegge, Onitsha January, 2004 to January, 2005 |
| 10 | Parish Vicar, Immaculate Heart Parish, Fegge, Onitsha January, 2004 to January, 2005 |
| 11 | Parish Vicar, St Charles Borromeo Parish, Odume Obosi January, 2003 to January, 2004 |
| 12 | Parish Vicar, St Charles Borromeo Parish, Onitsha January, 2003 to January, 2004 |
| 13 | Teacher, St Paul's Seminary, Ukpor August, 1997 to January, 2003 |
| 14 | Teaching, St Paul's Seminary, Ukpor August, 1997 to January, 2003 |
| 15 | Parish Vicar, Our Lady of Victory Parish, UmueriP January, 1997 to August, 1997 |
| 16 | Parish Vicar, Our Lady Of Victory Parish, Umueri. January, 1997 to August, 1997 |
Creative Output
| Books | |
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| 1 | Dr Greg Ekeh. (2009, November) At Home With Philosophy Of Education Mike Social Press, Nsukka, pp 1 - 265 |
| 2 | Dr Greg Ekeh. (2008, October) Key Issues In Sociology Of Education Mid-Field Publishers Limited, Onitsha, pp 1 - 121 |
| 3 | Greg Ekeh. (2007, July) Personalization Of Authentic Values: A Sure Way To Social Integration And Fulfilled Living , pp 1 - 175 |
| Book Chapters | |
| 1 | Anagwo, E. C., & Ekeh, G.. (2018, January) Globalization and Foundation of Higher Education in Nigeria University of Port Harcourt Press |
| Journal Articles | |
| 1 | Dr Greg Ekeh and Dr Adaoma Igwedibia. (2024, February), "African Ontology as a Cultural Datum in the Light of Intercultural Reealities in Afrifa: A Philosophical Reflection", COOU Journal of Folklore and Cultural Studies, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 83-105 |
| 2 | Dr Greg Ekeh; Dr George C. Okpara; Aloysius Ezeanolue. (2024, March), "STRATEGIES FOR ENHANCING ACADEMIC HONESTY AS AN ETHICAL CONCERN IN E-LEARNING IN TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS: A PHILOSOPHICAL PERSPECTIVE", International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation, Vol. 11, (Issue 2), pp 163-174 |
| 3 | Rev. Fr Timothy Emeka Asogwa, Isaac Nnamdi Mbaji, Ari Abubakar Omame, Francis Michael Okechukwu Enyosiobi, Rev. Fr Felix Ugwuozor, Rev. Fr Greg Ekeh.. (2023, September), "Plato's Theory of Education in Comparison with the Deregulation of Education in North Central, Nigeria", Journal of Pharmaceutical Negative Results, Vol. 14, (Issue 03), pp 127-140 |
| 4 | Rev. Fr Dr Greg Ekeh. (2023, May), "Re-thinking Socratic Method as a Significant Factor for Promoting Critical Thinking among Students of Nigerian Tefrtiary Institutions", Journal of Theoretical and Empirical Studies in Education, Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 238-252 |
| 5 | Ekeh, G.. (2022, September), "Awakening and Sustaining Students' Interest in Entrpreneurship Education as a Key Response to the Challenges of the New Normal Occasioned by COVID-19 Pandemic in Nigeria", International Journal of Management, Social Sciences, Peace and Conflict Studies, Vol. 5, (Issue 3), pp 149-160 |
| 6 | Ekeh, G.. (2022, April), "The Value of Human Life in the Light of Suicide Tendencies among Students in Nigerian Tertiary: Implications for Education", Journal Corner of Education, Linguistics and Literature, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 9-18 |
| 7 | Ezeanolue, A. O., Ewuzie, J. J., & Ekeh, G.. (2022, April), "Use Of Information And Communication Technology In Teaching And Learning In Emergency Situations: Relevance, Challenges And Ethical Concerns (Accepted For Publication)", International Journal of Advanced Research, Vol. 10, (Issue 04), pp 985-992 |
| 8 | Aloysius Ezeanolue, Jideofor Ezewuzie, & Greg Ekeh. (2022, April), "Use of Information and Communication Technology in Teaching and Learning in Emergency Situations: Relevance, Challenges and Ethical Concerns", IternationalJournal of Advanced Research, Vol. 10, (Issue 4), pp 985-992 |
| 9 | ekeh, G.. (2021, September), "Education in Knowledge and Exercise of Political Power for Social Reconstruction: The Nigerian Context", Sapientia Foundation Journal of Education, Sciences and Gender Studies, Vol. 3, (Issue 3), pp 339-349 |
| 10 | Madu, K. O., & Ekeh, G.. (2021, July), "Jean-Jacques Rousseau's Social Contrsct Theory: Relevance And Application In The Context Of Peace Building In Nigeria", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 5, (Issue 2) |
| 11 | DR Greg Ekeh. (2020, July), "Language Implications For Peace Or War: Exploring How The Use Of Language Led To War Between Umuaro And Okperi In Chinua Achebe's Arrow Of God In The Light Of Ludwig Wittgentein's Philosophy Of Language.", International Journal of Applied Linguistics and English Literature, Vol. 9, (Issue 4), pp 102 - 108 |
| 12 | Ekeh, G., & Onyebuchi, G. C.. (2020, October), "Perceived Fundamental Errors In Nigerian Philosophy Of Education: Explication And Remediation.", Philosophers of Education Association of Nigeria, Vol. 31 |
| 13 | Igwedibia, E. A., & Ekeh, G.. (2020, July), "Re-Reading Achebe's Arrow of God: Foucault on Power and Exegesis of a Narrative", ANSU Journal of Language and alaiterary Studies, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 183 - 193 |
| 14 | DR Greg Ekeh. (2020, June), "Use Of Mother-tongue As A Medium Of Instruction: A Boost Or Hindrance To The Education Of The African Child.", Sapientia Foundation Journal of Education, Sciences and General Studies, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 49 - 58 |
| 15 | DR Greg Ekeh. (2020, August), "The Relevance Of Pragmatic Epistemology To Nigerian Education System", International Journal of Humanities and Social Studies, Vol. 8, (Issue 6), pp 228 - 233 |
| 16 | DR Greg Ekeh. (2020, September), "African Ontology As A Basis For African Existential Practices: Impplication For African Education", Journal of Education and Human Development, Vol. 9, (Issue 3), pp 88 - 92 |
| 17 | DR Greg Ekeh. (2019, November), "Nigerian Education And The Inculcation Of Values: A Philosophical Appraisal", Scholars Middle East Publishers, UAE, Vol. 3, (Issue 11), pp 414 - 419 |
| 18 | DR Greg Ekeh. (2019, October), "The Need To Integrate Inergenerational Justice Into The Curriculum Of Nigerian Education As A Catalyst For Political Stability And Sustainable Development", Philosophers of Education Association of Nigeria, Vol. 30, pp 183 - 188 |
| 19 | DR Greg Ekeh. (2019, March), "Improving African Political Leadership Through Sense Of Justice As A Moral Virtue: A Philosophical Perspective", Institute of African Studies, University of Nigeria, Nsukka: Ikoro Journal of Contemporary African Studies, Vol. 12, pp 195 - 205 |
| 20 | DR Greg Ekeh. (2019, January), "Making Ethical Practices In The School Relevant To The Society: A Critical Factor For Sustainable Education In Nigeria", Ikenga International Journal of Institute of African Studies, Vol. 19, (Issue 1), pp 36 - 43 |
| 21 | Dr Greg Ekeh. (2018, October), "Pragmatic Paradigm Of Students' Active Participation: A Realistic Step Towards Bridging The Gap Between Theory And Practice In Nigerian Education", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 29, (Issue 1), pp 71 - 79 |
| 22 | Dr Greg Ekeh. (2018, December), "Social Justice In John Rawls' Philosophy And Its Implications For Life Transformation: The Nigerian Context.", Ikoro Journal of Contemporary African Studies, Vol. 11, pp 185 - 192 |
| 23 | Dr Greg Ekeh. (2018, June), "An Inquiry Into John Dewey's Idea Of History And Geography Teaching And Its Relevance To Nigerian Peace Education Efforts", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 18, pp 299 - 307 |
| Thesis | |
| 1 | Ekeh Greg. (2016, December), "Peace Education In John Dewey's Philosophy: Its Relevance To Nigerian Education System". , pp 134 |
| Dissertations | |
| 1 | Ekeh Greg. (1996, June), "What It Means To Be A Christian In Our Time". |
| 2 | Ekeh Greg. (1991, June), "Existential Significance Of The Human Condition (In Karl Jaspers)". |
| Projects | |
| 1 | Ekeh Greg. (2011, August), "Application Of John Dewey''s Principle Of Foresight To The Nigerian Education Goals". , pp 159 |
| 2 | Ekeh Greg. (2008, July), "Assessment Of Guidance And Counselling Services In The Secondary Schools In Nsukka Urban". |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
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| 1 | Member/Secretary, "Faculty of Education Committee on Teaching Practice" (March, 2021 to February, 2022) |
| 2 | Member, "Departmental Accreditation Committee" (March, 2021 to February, 2022) |
| 3 | Member, "Department of Educational Foundations Public Relations Committee" (March, 2021 to February, 2022) |
| 4 | Member, "Department of Education Linkages and Staff Development Committee" (March, 2021 to February, 2022) |
| 5 | Coordinator, "Edu 102 (Philosophical Foundations of Education) Coordinator for Undergraduate Regular Students" (March, 2021 to February, 2022) |
| 6 | Coordinator/Adviser, "Coordinator, Undergraduate Academic Advising and Result Computation (Economics Option)" (March, 2021 to February, 2022) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "Philosophers of Education Association of Nigeria" (member since 2017), https://ng.check.com/philosophers-of-education-association-of-nigeria |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "41st Annual Conference of Nigerian Philosophers of Education Association of Nigeria (PEAN)", (Philosophers of Education Association of Nigeria), 22nd October, 2021 to 24th October, 2021; University of Nigeria, Nsukka |
| 2 | "Annual National Conference of the Faculty of Education,Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka", (Faculty of Education, UNIZIK), 15th September, 2021 to 16th September, 2021; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 3 | "Sapientia Foundation for Ist International Confere ce", (Sapientia Foundation for Research), 6th July, 2021 to 9th July, 2021; University of Nigeria, Nsukka |
| 4 | "39th Annual Conference of Philosophers of Education Association of Nigeria (PEAN)", (Philosophers of Education Association of Nigeria), 22nd October, 2019 to 25th October, 2019; Federal College of Education, Gombe |
| 5 | "38th Annual Conference of Philosophers of Education Association of Nigeria (PEAN)", (Philosophers of Education Association of Nigeria), 23rd October, 2018 to 26th October, 2018; University of Port Harcourt |
| 6 | "National Annual Conference of the Institute of Education", (Institute of Education, UNN), 23rd August, 2018 to 26th August, 2018; University of Nigeria, Nsukka |
| 7 | "37th Annual Conference of Philosophers of Education Association of Nigeria (PEAN)", (Philosophers of Education Association of Nigeria), 24th October, 2017 to 27th October, 2017; University of Lagos |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "Faculty of Education Workshop/Seminar of Staff Professional Conduct - Imperative for Quality Assurance", (Faculty of Education, UNIZIK), 2nd November, 2021 to 2nd November, 2021; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 2 | "39th Annual Conference for Educational Administration and Planning Conference Workshop", (Nigerian Association for Educational Administration and Planning), 5th October, 2020 to 5th October, 2020; Zoom |
| Seminar | |
| 1 | "Seminar for Professional Conduct in Ministry - Sexual Abuse of the Minors and Vulnerable Adults", (Catholic Archdiocese of Onitsha), 24th February, 2020 to 25th February, 2020; Basilica of the Most Holy Trinity, Onitsha |
| Other Events | |
| 1 | "Sapientia Foundation For Research 1st International Conference", (Sapientia Foundation for Research Team.), 6th July, 2021 to 9th July, 2021; University of Nigeria, Nsukka |
| 2 | "40th Annual Conference Of The Philosophers Of Education Association Of Nigeria", (Philosophers of Education Association of Nigeria), 30th October, 2020 to 30th October, 2020; Zoom |
| 3 | "39th National Associationfor Educational Administration And Planning Conference Workshop", (National Association for Educational Administration and Planning), 20th May, 2020 to 20th May, 2020; zoom |
| 4 | "39th Annual National Conference Of Nigerian Philosophers Of Education Association Of Nigeria", (Philosophers of Education Association of Nigeria), 22nd October, 2019 to 25th October, 2019; Federal College of Education, Gombe, Gombe State |
| 5 | "38th Annual National Conference Of Nigerian Philosophers Of Education Association Of Nigeria", (Philosophers of Education Association of Nigeria), 23rd October, 2018 to 26th October, 2018; University of Port Harcourt |
| 6 | "Annual National Conference Of The Institute Of Education", (Institute of Education), 23rd August, 2018 to 25th August, 2018; University of Nigeria, Nsukka |
| 7 | "37th Annual National Conference Of Philosophers Of Education Association Of Nigeria", (Philosophers of Education Association of Nigeria), 24th October, 2017 to 27th October, 2017; University of Lagos |