Barr. Chinwe Grace Uwaechina
Barr. Chinwe Grace Uwaechina is a LIBRARIAN I in LIBRARY ADMIN OFFICE Unit, University Library in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
I am Barr uwaechina Chinwe Grace,a law librarian in Nnamdi Azikiwe university Awka.
Personal Information
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Address: | Library Admin Office, University Library, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | UNIVERSITY LIBRARY |
Department/Sub-Unit: | LIBRARY ADMIN OFFICE |
Social Profiles
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
|---|---|
| 1 | Imo State University Owerri. (Master Degree, January, 2019) February, 2016 to November, 2018 Msc Library And Information Science Library And Information Science |
| 2 | Imo State University Owerri. (Master Degree, October, 2018) February, 2016 to October, 2018 Master In Library And Information Science (MLS) Library And Information Science |
| 3 | Nigerian Law School, Augustine Nnamani Enugu Campus.. (Post-Graduate Degree, May, 2007) March, 2006 to March, 2007 B.L Certificate For Call To Bar |
| 4 | Enugu State University of Science and Technology Enugu.. (Bachelor Degree, December, 2004) December, 1998 to December, 2004 Bachelor Of Law (L.L.B) Law |
| 5 | Federal College of Education Osiele Abeokuta.Ogun State. (NCE, June, 1993) September, 1990 to June, 1993 N.C.E Education English And IgboL1 |
| 6 | Girls, High School Agulu. (SSCE, November, 1986) November, 1982 to November, 1986 |
| 7 | School Road Primary School Aba.. (FSLC, April, 1986) September, 1976 to April, 1986 FSLC |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Part-Time Lecturer, Department of Library and Information Science, Imo State University, Owerri October, 2021 to Present |
| 2 | Facilitator, Industrial Training of Law Students, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka July, 2021 to July, 2021 |
| 3 | Law Librarian, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka October, 2020 to Present |
| 4 | Assistant Librarian, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka April, 2019 to October, 2020 |
| 5 | English Teacher, Police Children School, Awka October, 2017 to October, 2019 |
| 6 | English Teacher, Police Secondary School, Isu Nwangele October, 2014 to October, 2017 |
| 7 | Legal Researcher/Solicitary Worker, Iguh and Iguh Chambers February, 2008 to January, 2009 |
| 8 | English/Computer Teacher, Police Children School, Awka October, 2007 to October, 2014 |
| 9 | English/Computer Teacher, Police Children School, Enugu October, 2003 to October, 2007 |
| 10 | Computer Instructor, Baptist High School, Enugu February, 2001 to October, 2002 |
| 11 | Computer Instructor, Enugu State University Secondary School, UNEC October, 1999 to August, 2000 |
Creative Output
| Book Chapters | |
|---|---|
| 1 | Chinwe Grace Uwaechina, Enuma Maureen Azolo. (2026, January) Artificial Intelligence and Automation in Libraries: Implication for Knowledge Management (in Artificial Intelligence and Transformative Education) Onestreet Books, pp 83-128 |
| 2 | Chinwe Grace Uwaechina, Echezona Prisca Nwankwo. (2026, January) Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Business Law, and It's Implications in the Tax Administration and Collection in Nigeria Onestreet Books, pp 243-272 |
| 3 | Uwaechina C. G., Jegbefume C. M.. (2021, April) The Role of School Libraries Resource Centres: Challenges and Way Forward (in Trends in Modern Librarianship) Destiny Prints, pp 122-132 |
| 4 | Uwaechina C. G., Jegbefume C. M.. (2021, April) Public Libraries as Community Information Centres (In Trends in Modern Librarianship) Destiny Prints, pp 337-347 |
| 5 | Uwaechina C. G., Jegbefume C. M.. (2021, April) Library and Information Science as a Profession: Problems and Prospects (in Trends in Modern Librarianship) Destiny Prints, pp 461-471 |
| Journal Articles | |
| 1 | NDIDI GRACE NWANKWO, CHINWE GRACE UWAECHINA, ISMAIL ONORUOIZA SULEIMAN, CHRISTIAN SUNDAY ONYEKWENA. (2026, January), "INTEGRATING THE BALANCED SCORECARD MODEL TO IMPROVE STRATEGIC COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT IN ACADEMIC LIBRARIES", International Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities Reviews, Vol. 16, (Issue 1), pp 133-140 |
| 2 | Nwankwo Echezona Prisca, Uwaechina Chinwe Grace, Azolo Enuma Maureen. (2026, April), "The Role of Multimedia Tools in Law Libraries in Nigeria", GARP International Journal of Library and Information Sciences, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 47-58 |
| 3 | NDIDI GRACE NWANKWO, JANE NGOZI EZE ONWUZURIKE, CHINWE GRACE UWAECHINA, SANDRA CHINONYE NWOKOYE, CHIZOBA MARYANN EZE. (2025, November), "THE IMPACT OF AGRICULTURAL INFORMATION IN ENHANCING OIL PALM AND RICE VALUE CHAINS IN AYAMELUM COMMUNITIES, ANAMBRA STATE, NIGERIA", International Journal of Library and Information Technology, Vol. 9, pp 1-9 |
| 4 | UWAECHINA CHINWE GRACE, NWANKWO ECHEZONA PRISCA. (2025, November), "INFLUENCE OF SCHOOL LIBRARY AND MEDIA CENTER ON THE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF STUDENTS IN IKENEGBU SECONDARY SCHOOL, OWERRI", OMANARP INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCES, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 10-19 |
| 5 | Uwaechina Chinwe Grace, Nwankwo Ndidi Grace, Oberhiri-Orumah Godwin,. (2025, August), "Assessment of Digital Literacy Skills Among Library Users in Nigerian Tertiary Institutions: A Secondary Data Analysis", International Journal of Integrative Research, Vol. 3, (Issue 12), pp 921-930 |
| 6 | UWAECHINA CHINWE GRACE, NWANKWO ECHEZONA PRISCA, AZOLO ENUMA MAUREEN. (2025, April), "MARKETING LAW LIBRARIES AND INFORMATION RESOURCES AND SERVICES IN A CHANGING WORLD. A COMPREHENSIVE ANALYSIS", OMANARP INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCES, Vol. 1, (Issue 2), pp 111-122 |
| 7 | Chinwe Grace Uwaechina, Nwankwo Echezona Prisca. (2024, December), "Digital Libraries in Nigeria’s New Age: Challenges and Prospects", NAU Journal of Library and Information Science, Vol. 9, pp 130-143 |
| 8 | Victoria Obianuju Ezejiofor, Angela Ifeoma Ndanwu, Enuma Maureen Azolo, Grace Chinwe Uwaechina. (2023, September), "Issues and Measures for Improving Lecturers' Use of Electronic Information Resources in Federal University Libraries in South East Nigeria", Library and Information Science Digest, Vol. 17, (Issue 6), pp 67-78 |
| 9 | Obiekwe O. L., Iheanacho O. K., Uwaechina C. G.. (2022, June), "Collective Development for Effective Services Delivery in Libraries", International Journal for Dental and Medical Sciences Research, Vol. 4, pp 381-386 |
| 10 | Chinwe Grace Uwaechina, Jane Eze-Onwuzuruike. (2021, April), "THE ROLE OFACADEMIC LAW LIBRARIES IN MEETING INFORMATION NEEDS OF LEGAL CLIENTELE", Library Research Journal, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 133–137 |
| 11 | Eze-Onwuzuruike , J. ., & Uwaechina, C. G.. (2021, April), "ANAMBRA STATE JUDICIAL LIBRARIES: AN APPRAISAL", Library Research Journal, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 126–132 |
| 12 | Ezejiofor V. O., Ndanwu A' I., Uwaechina C. G.. (2021, July), "Saving Igbo Language from Extinction: The Role of Librarians in Igboland", Library Research Journal, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 56-59 |
| 13 | Uwaechina,C.G.. (2020, January), "THE ROLE OF LAW LIBRARIES IN CONFLICT RESOLUTIONS", International Journal of Social Science and Humanities Reviews, Vol. 10, (Issue 1), pp 84-96 |
| 14 | Uwaechina C. G., Uwaechina J. J.. (2011, May), "Education and National Development in Nigeria", Nigerian Journal for Strategic Research and Development, Vol. 1, (Issue 2), pp 161-169 |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | Chukwudum Maureen Jegbefume, Suraj Saifullah, Chinwe Grace Uwaechina. (2024, November), "Utilization of Digital Library Resources and Services: Case Study of Federal University Dutsin-Ma, Katsina State", Nigerian Library Association (NLA) Anambra Chapter, pp 35-41 |
| 2 | Chinwe Grace Uwaechina, Chukwudum Maureen Jegbefume. (2024, November), "Effective Management and Funding for sustainability of Special Libraries in Nigeria", Nigerian Library Association (NLA) Anambra Chapter, pp 146-152 |
| 3 | Uwaechina C. G., Chibuzo C. C., Ezenduka M. C.. (2022, December), "Access to Information Library by Public Library Users in Imo State Library Board, Owerri", |
| 4 | Chukwudum M. J., Uwaechina C. G.. (2021, December), "Information Library Practice in the Digital Environment", |
| 5 | Uwaechina C. G., Uwaechina J. J.. (2021, July), "Trends in Curriculum Review and the Need for Reforms in Educational Practices in Nigeria", |
| 6 | Uwaechina C. G., Uwaechina J. J.. (2012, July), "Reforming Education System towards Entrepreneurship Development in Nigeria: A Tool for Wealth Creation", |
| 7 | Uwaechina C. G., Uwaechina J. J.. (2012, July), "Human Resources Development in Nigeria: A Veritable Tool for Economic Development", |
| 8 | Uwaechina C. G.. (2012, July), "The Impact and Challenges of ICT and Globalization on Wealth Creation", |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Editorships | |
|---|---|
| 1 | Editor, "Artificial Intelligence and Transformative Education" (August, 2026) |
| 2 | Editor, "Anaocha Bar Journal" (April, 2017) |
| 3 | Editor, "Capital Bar Journal" (May, 2010) |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Director, State Monitoring and Evaluation, "Immediate Help Foundation" (March, 2025) |
| 2 | Translator, "Wikipedia" (October, 2022) |
| 3 | Member, Welfare Committee, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka Library" (March, 2021) |
| 4 | Head of Faculty of Law Library, "University Library" (June, 2020 to June, 2022) |
| 5 | Member, "Nigeria Library Association" (February, 2020) |
| 6 | Member, Law Faculty Board, "Faculty of Law, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (July, 2019) |
| 7 | Volunteer Teacher, "St. Peter's Anglican Church, Amansea (School)" (May, 2018) |
| 8 | Secretary Bar Estate/Welfare Committee, "Nigerian Bar Association, Anaocha Branch" (January, 2017 to December, 2017) |
| 9 | Secretary, Welfare Committee, "Police Secondary School, Isu-Nwangele" (February, 2016 to January, 2017) |
| 10 | Treasurer, "Nigerian Bar Association, Awka Branch" (January, 2013 to December, 2015) |
| 11 | Member, Human Rights Committee, "Nigerian Bar Association, Awka Branch" (January, 2013 to December, 2015) |
| 12 | Member, "Nigerian Bar Association, Awka Branch" (January, 2013 to December, 2015) |
| 13 | Welfare Secretary, "Nigerian Bar Association, Awka Branch" (January, 2011 to December, 2013) |
| 14 | Volunteer Teacher, "Anglican Children Ministry, Awka South" (January, 2010 to December, 2017) |
| 15 | Social Secretary, "Nigerian Bar Association, Awka Branch" (January, 2009 to December, 2011) |
| 16 | Wife of a Chapter President, "Full Gospel Business Men Fellowship International" (January, 2008 to December, 2019) |
| 17 | Volunteer Service, "Widows and Child Rights Advocate" (April, 2008) |
| 18 | Member, Disciplinary Committee, "Police Children School, Awka" (June, 2007 to May, 2009) |
| 19 | Student Union Treasurer, "Federal College of Education, Osiele Abeokuta" (May, 1992 to April, 1993) |
| 20 | Treasurer, All Saints CHapel, "Federal College of Education, Osiele Abeokuta" (May, 1992 to April, 1993) |
| 21 | Treasurer, Christian Union Fellowship, "Federal College of Education, Osiele Abeokuta" (March, 1992 to March, 1993) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "Nigerian Library Association (NLA)" (member since 2019), https://nla.ng/ |
| 2 | Full Member, "Nigerian Association of Law Libraries" (member since 2019), https://nla.ng/sections/ |
| 3 | Full Member, "The International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA)" (member since 2008), https://fida.org.ng/ |
| 4 | Full Member, "Eastern Bar Forum" (member since 2008), https://thenigerialawyer.com/eastern-bar-forum-ebf-is-one-of-the-many-formidable-forum-within-the-nba-liman-salihu/ |
| 5 | Full Member, "Association of Professional Negotiators and Mediators (APNM)" (member since 2008), https://www.facebook.com/APNMnigeria/ |
| 6 | Full Member, "Nigerian Bar Association" (member since 2007), https://nigerianbar.org.ng/ |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "Repositioning Library and Information Services: Diversity, New Technologies, Capacity Building", (Nigerian Library Association (NLA)), 27th November, 2024 to 28th November, 2024; Anambra State |
| 2 | "Access to Information Library by Public Library Users in Imo State Library Board, Owerri", (Nigerian Library Association, Anambra State Chapter), 30th November, 2023 to 1st December, 2023; Prod. Kenneth Dike State Central E-Library |
| 3 | "Information Library Practice in the Digital Environment", (Nigerian Library Association, Anambra State Chapter), 1st December, 2022 to 2nd December, 2022; Prod. Kenneth Dike State Central E-Library |
| 4 | "Annual Conference", (Nigerian Bar Association), 21st August, 2015 to 21st August, 2015; Kaduna |
| 5 | "Annual Conference", (Nigerian Bar Association), 18th August, 2014 to 22nd August, 2014; Owerri |
| 6 | "Annual Conference", (Nigerian Bar Association), 15th August, 2013 to 17th August, 2013; Calabar |
| 7 | "Reforming Education System towards Entrepreneurship Development in Nigeria: A Tool for Wealth Creation", (National Association for Science, Humanities and Education Research), 25th July, 2012 to 28th July, 2012; Salem University, Lokoja |
| 8 | "Trends in Curriculum Review and the Need for Reforms in Educational Practices in Nigeria", (National Association for Science, Humanities and Education Research), 25th July, 2012 to 28th July, 2012; Salem University, Lokoja |
| 9 | "Human Resources Development in Nigeria: A Veritable Tool for Economic Development", (National Association for Science, Humanities and Education Research), 25th July, 2012 to 28th July, 2012; Salem University, Lokoja |
| 10 | "The Impact and Challenges of ICT and Globalization on Wealth Creation", (National Association for Science, Humanities and Education Research), 25th July, 2012 to 28th July, 2012; Salem University, Lokoja |
| 11 | "9th Annual National Conference", (National Association for Science, Humanities and Education Research), 25th July, 2012 to 28th July, 2012; Salem University, Lokoja |
| 12 | "Annual Conference", (Nigerian Bar Association), 20th August, 2011 to 25th August, 2011; Port-Harcourt |
| 13 | "Annual Conference", (Nigerian Bar Association), 11th August, 2008 to 15th August, 2008; Abuja |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "Research Writing and Open Access Publishing", (Nigerian Library Association (NLA), Anambra and Niger Chapter), 11th November, 2024 to 11th November, 2024; Nigerian Library Association, Niger State |
| 2 | "Animal Husbandry, Application of AAC Nanotechnology Organic Liquid Fertilizer, Oossoo Nutrient and Poultry Revolution Scheme", (Anambra AAC Feeders (Awka) Farmers Co-operative Society Limited), 23rd May, 2024 to 25th May, 2024; ADP Hall, Ministry of Agriculture, Awka |
| 3 | "Complaints System in the Anambra State Courts: The Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption Programme (ROLAC)", (British Council/Anambra State Justice Reform Team Magistrate, Awka), 3rd November, 2021 to 3rd November, 2021; Finotel Hotel, Agu-Awka |
| 4 | "Implementation of the Police Duty Solicitors Scheme (PDSS) for NBA Branches in Anambra State", (British Council/Anambra State Justice Reform Team Magistrate, Awka), 16th March, 2021 to 17th March, 2021; Geo-Gold and Suite, Awka |
| 5 | "Research Writing Skills Training", (Nigeria Library Association), 24th October, 2019 to 24th October, 2019; Prof. Kenneth Dike State E-Library, Awka |
| 6 | "21st National Workshop on Legal Information Services on Law Libraries", (Nigeiran Institute of Advanced Legal Studies, Lagos), 11th October, 2019 to 12th October, 2019; Lagos |
| 7 | "Business Ideas and Entrepreneurship Skills Training", (Green White Technologies Ltd.), 29th July, 2016 to 29th July, 2016; Awka |
| 8 | "Legal Workshop", (Institute of Continuing Legal Education), 16th July, 2014 to 16th July, 2014; Owerri |
| 9 | "Special Continuing Development Professional Course for Lawyers on Alternative Dispute Resolution", (Nigerian Bar Association), 25th September, 2008 to 27th September, 2008; Emmaus House, Awka |