Mr. Samuel Ikwunne Nwankwo

Mr. Samuel Ikwunne Nwankwo is a LECTURER II in ZOOLOGY Department, Faculty Of Bio-sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University

Mr. Samuel Ikwunne Nwankwo

Staff Profile

A proactive, proficient, and dedicated scientist willing to take up the challenging role in the field of scientific analysis through modern techniques, and excelling them by applying my zeal, experiences, and energy alongside my knowledge, positive attitude to work, and excellent interpersonal skills towards the growth of this great, and reputable citadel of knowledge.

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Zoology, Faculty Of Bio-sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.
Faculty/Unit:
FACULTY OF BIO-SCIENCES
Department/Sub-Unit:
ZOOLOGY

Academic Qualifications

Degrees / Basic Certificates
1Post Graduate College, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka. (Master Degree, December, 2023)
October, 2019 to July, 2023
M.Sc. Animal Physiology
2Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka. (Bachelor Degree, July, 2015)
September, 2011 to July, 2015
B. Sc. Zoology
3Igwebuike Grammar School Awka. (SSCE, June, 2011)
September, 2005 to June, 2011
4Udoka Primary School Awka. (FSLC, June, 2005)
September, 1999 to July, 2004

Relevant/Working Experience

1Member/Secretary, Department of Zoology Nnamdi Azikiwe University Accreditation Committee
October, 2019 to Present
2Graduate Assistant, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka
April, 2019 to Present
3Mathematics/Further Mathematics/ Technical Drawing Teacher, ECCOWAS Cosmopolitan College Lagos
October, 2018 to April, 2019
4Basic 4 Teacher, Lavista Montessori School
April, 2018 to December, 2018
5Graduate Assistant (NYSC), University of Agriculture, Makurdi
June, 2017 to April, 2018
6Member/Public Relations Officer, National Drug Law Enforcement Agency
May, 2017 to April, 2018
7Member / Chairman Vetting Committee, Drug Free and Quality Control (SON/NAFDAC/NERC)
May, 2017 to April, 2018
8Science Teacher, Royal Saints International School, Awka
September, 2015 to April, 2017
9Assistant Supervisor Production Unit, Holdent International Company, Lagos
May, 2014 to August, 2015

Creative Output

Journal Articles
1Ikeh Ifeanyi .M , Ude Ogochukwu, Anele Bright Chidi, Ukanwa Chika Clement and Nwankwo Samuel Ikwunne. (2026, June), "Mycological Assessment Of Post-Harvest Fungal Spoilage Of Cocoyam (Colocasia Esculenta) Marketed In Abia, Southeastern, Nigeria", British Journal of Agriculture and Animal Health, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 15–24
2Ezeokafor Emmanuel Nonso, Oko Priscillia Bright, Uchefuna Roy Chinwuba, Nnaemeka Wuraola Serah, Ajaegbu Obinna Chinedu, Dim Catherine Nicholate, Nwankwo Samuel Ikwunne, Afuberoh Francis Chukwudi and Akpudo Genevieve Chiemelie. (2025, July), "HEALING POTENTIAL OF SOURSOP (ANNONA MURICATA) SEED EXTRACT ON PESTICIDE-INDUCED HEPATORENAL TOXICITY IN MALE WISTAR RATS", European Journal of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical sciences, Vol. 12, (Issue 8), pp 147–151
3Dim Catherine Nicholate; Nwankwo Azubike A; Ezeokafor Emmanuel Nonso; Enendu Angela Chika; Nsofor Cordelia Uche; Nwankwo Samuel Ikwunne; Afuberoh Francis Chukwudi; Anyiam Kennedy Ekenedirichukwu. (2025, May), "Assessing the Dose-Dependent Impact of Chaya Leaf (Jatropha Tanjorensis) Aqueous Extract on the Reproductive Health of Adult Male Wistar Rats", International Journal Of Research and Scientific Innovation, Vol. 12, (Issue 4), pp 1595-1601
4Okafor Emeka Christian, Ezeokafor Emmanuel Nonso, Dr Bernard Omuwa Osazuwa, Dr Akor Ekele Benjamin, Nwankwo Samuel Ikwunne, Nwanaga Clinton Uche. (2025, March), "EFFECTS OF VITAMIN B COMPLEX SUPPLEMENTATION ON THE PREFRONTAL CORTEX OF METHAMPHETAMINE-INTOXICATED WISTAR RATS", International Journal of Recent Research in Life Sciences, Vol. 12, (Issue 1), pp 56-64
5Okafor Emeka Christian, Ezeokafor Emmanuel Nonso , Dr. Bernard Omuwa Osazuwa, Dr. Akor Ekele Benjamin , Nwankwo Samuel Ikwunne, and Nnakife Jessica Chi-amaka. (2025, March), "EFFECT OF VITAMIN B COMPLEX ON THE HEART OF METHAMPHETAMINE INTOXICATED ADULT MALE WISTER RAT", European Journal of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Vol. 12, (Issue 3), pp 275-287
6Okafor Emeka Christian, Ezeokafor Emmanuel Nonso, Dr. Bernard Omuwa Osazuwa, Nwanaga Clinton Uche, and Nwankwo Samuel Ikwunne. (2025, May), "COMPARATIVE STUDY OF DERMATOGLYPHIC PATTERNS OF STUDENTS WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES AND THEIR NEUROTYPICAL PEERS IN THE SOUTH EASTERN REGION OF NIGERIA", European Journal of Biomedical AND Pharmaceutical sciences, Vol. 12, (Issue 6)
7Ikeh, M. I., Ukanwa, C.C., Okeke, O.A., Ishar, C.O., Nnatuanya, I.O., Nwankwo, S.I.. (2024, November), "Prevalence of Malaria Infection among Pregnant Women Attending Antenatal Clinic in Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi", African Journal of Health Nursing and Midwifery, Vol. 7, (Issue 4), pp 111-118
8Ikeh, M. I., Ukanwa, C.C., Okeke, O.A., Ishar, C.O., Nnatuanya, I.O., Nwankwo, S.I.. (2023, June), "Prevalence of Protozoan and Filamentous Fungal Organisms in the water body of selected Swimming Pools Studied in Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria.", PPSN South-East Symposium Book of Proceedings, Vol. 1, (Issue 8), pp 151–158
9UFELE, Angela Nwogor, NWAFOR, Chidinma Judith, OFFOR, Vivian and NWANKWO, Samuel. (2020, May), "Effects of Azadirachta indica and Moringa oleifera Leaves on the Growth Performance and Packed Cell Volume of Broiler Chicken", Animal Research International, Vol. 17, (Issue 2), pp 3658-3664
Conference Papers
1OFFOR, V.O., Ufele, A.N., Aghalu, C.U., Nwankwo, S., Ishar, C.., Chude, C.F., Ononye, B.U.. (2023, January), "Effects of Ethanolic Lemon Grass, Aloe Vera Gel and Combined Extract on Fasting Blood Glucose in Alloxan-Induced Diabetic Albino Rat", , 2nd International Bioscience Conference (Live/Virtual) at ASUU NAU Secretariat Complex, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria
2Ikeh, M.I., Okonkwo, V.O., Okeke, O.A., Ishar, C.O., Nnatuanya, I.O. & Nwankwo, S.I... (2022, November), ""A Study on Prevalence of Bacteria, Fungi and Protozoa in the Water Body of Swimming Pools in Awka, Anambra State."", Zoological Society of Nigeria (ZSN), pp 34

Academic Leadership Qualities

Accreditation Panel Memberships
1Member/Secretary, "Zoology Accreditation Committee" (October, 2019)
Contributions to the University/Society
1Departmental ICT Officer, "Department of Zoology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka" (October, 2019 to September, 2022)
2Member/Secretary, "Appointment of Zoology Accreditation Committee" (October, 2019)
3Member, "Drug Free and Quality Control" (April, 2017 to April, 2018)
4Member, "National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA)" (April, 2017 to April, 2018)

Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies

1Full Member, "Academic Staff Union of Universities" - SS – 4158 (member since 2020), https://asuu.org.ng/

Relevant Events Attended

Conferences
1"WASTE TO WEALTH: BIO BASED SOLUTION FOR CIRCULAR ECONOMY", (Faculty of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka), 13th May, 2026 to 14th May, 2026; ASUU NAU Secretariat Complex, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka Anambra State, Nigeria
2"Post-Covid-19 Pandemic Resilience: Role of the Biosciences", (Faculty of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka), 10th January, 2023 to 11th January, 2023; ASUU NAU Secretariat Complex, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka Anambra State, Nigeria
Workshops
1"Efficiency Character Assessment Standard & Quality Development of Self Skill and the Education System (Credible & Effective Record Keeping and Leadership Competence)", (Federal Ministry of Education, Special Education, University of Abuja, All State Ministries of Education and State Universal Basic Education Boards, Transformation Executive School Abuja), 3rd March, 2023 to 7th March, 2023; Anambra State Ministry of Education
2"Laboratory Animals (Rats and Mice) Handling with Emphasis on Humane Treatments and Husbandry, the 3R's and Ethical Issues on the use of Animal Models", (Animal Research Ethics Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 17th January, 2023 to 18th January, 2023; Faculty of Biosciences Needs Assessment Building, Lecture Hall 1, Science Village Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
Webinar
1"Understanding Research Design, Methodology and Data Collection", (Inspire Forum, Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto), 17th May, 2026 to 17th May, 2026; Google Meet