Dr. Osita Samuel Umeononihu

Dr. Osita Samuel Umeononihu is a READER in OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY Department, Faculty Of Medicine in Nnamdi Azikiwe University

Staff Profile

Umeononihu Osita Samuel is an Obstetrician Gyaecologist with bias for Gynae Oncology and Endoscopy. He loves surgery and has great passion for teaching and mentoring the younger ones in the profession. He is an anti corruption crusader who believes strongly that corruption will go if we all shun corruption. He loves collaborative research and charity. His greatest turn off is lies.

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Obstetrics And Gynaecology, Faculty Of Medicine, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.
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FACULTY OF MEDICINE
Department/Sub-Unit:
OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY

Academic Qualifications

Dr. Osita Samuel Umeononihu has entered his educational qualifications but his documents are yet to be cited and approved by the Personnel Unit before being listed or he did not make his qualifications visible.

Relevant/Working Experience

1Examination officer, Department of Obs and Gynae
March, 2022 to Present
2Secretary appraisal committee, Department of Obs and Gynae NAU Appraisal committee
March, 2022 to Present
3member accreditation committee, Department of Obs and Gynae NAU
March, 2022 to Present
4Chairman, Obs and Gynae Departmental Library committee
March, 2022 to Present
5Chairman, Obs and Gynae Departmental Welfare committee
March, 2022 to Present
6Coordinator, Postgraduate Fellowship Research Project
March, 2022 to Present
7Board Chairman, College of Nursing Sciences Amichi, Nnewi South Local Govt. Area, Anambra State
January, 2022 to Present
8Board Chairman, Amichi Diocesan Hospital Amichi
April, 2021 to Present
9Head of department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital Awka Annex
November, 2013 to Present

Creative Output

Books
1OS Umeononihu. (2020, January) Fertility sparing in ovarian malignancies in;OBGYN Essays; A guide to concise essay writing and model essays for candidates in Obstetrics and Gynaecology Ed: N C Orazulike, OUJ Umeora, PI. Okonta, B Mohammed, AO Adetunji. . Reach publishers South Africa. ISBN: 978-978-46302-9-0, Chapter 40, pp 169-172
2OS Umeononihu. (2020, January) Diabetes in Pregnancy in;OBGYN Essays; A guide to consise essay writing and model essays for candidates in Obstetrics and Gynaecology Ed: N C Orazulike, OUJ Umeora, PI. Okonta, B Mohammed, AO Adetunji. Reach publishers South Africa. ISBN: 978-978-46302-9-0, chapter 66, pp 279-282
3OS Umeononihu. (2020, January) Obstetric Analgesia in;OBGYN Essays; A guide to consise essay writing and model essays for candidates in Obstetrics and Gynaecology Eds: N C Orazulike, OUJ Umeora, PI. Okonta, B Mohammed, AO Adetunji Reach publishers South Africa. ISBN: 978-978-46302-9-0, chapter 84, pp 348-350
4OS Umeononihu. (2018, August) . Obstructed labour in NAUTH Hand book of Obs and Gynae Care. Eds; Joseph Ikechebelu, Charles Okafor and George Eleje. Noben Press Limited Onitsha. ISBN: 978-978-55540-9-0, pp 87-90
5OS Umeononihu. (2018, August) Ruptured Uterus in NAUTH Hand book of Obs and Gynae Care. Eds; Joseph Ikechebelu, Charles Okafor and George Eleje. Noben Press Limited Onitsha. ISBN: 978-978-55540-9-0, Chapter 4:6, pp 90-94
Journal Articles
1Chigozie G Okafor , George U Eleje , Joseph I Adinma, Joseph I Ikechebelu , Eric O Umeh, Chisolum O Okafor, Emmanuel O Ugwu, Joseph O Ugboaja, Betrand O Nwosu, Chukwuemeka O Ezeama, Gerald O Udigwe, Chukwuemeka C Okoro, Richard O Egeonu, Evaristus C Ezema, Osita S Umeononihu, Boniface C Okpala , Chidinma C Okafor, Chukwuemeka J Ofojebe, Chito P Ilika, Charlotte B Oguejiofor, Chukwudi A Ogabido, Chijioke C Umeokafor, John E James, Hillary I Obiagwu, Lazarus U Okafor, Afam B Obidike, Princeston C Okam, Kenneth N Okeke, Anselem O Inya, Tobechi K Njoku and Lydia I Eleje. (2023, February), "A randomized clinical trial of Premaquick biomarkers versus transvaginal cervical length for pre-induction cervical assessment at term among pregnant women", Sage open medicine, Vol. 11, pp 1-13
2George Uchenna Eleje, Ayyuba Rabiu, Ikechukwu Innocent Mbachu, Godwin Otuodichinma Akaba, Olabisi Morebise Loto, Hadiza Abdullahi Usman, Preye Owen Fiebai..., Osita Samuel Umeononihu et al. (2022, January), "Awareness and prevalence of hepatitis C virus infection among pregnant women in Nigeria: A national pilot cross-sectional study", Women's health, Vol. 17, pp 1-10
3Isaac Okezie Godwin, Ifeoma Mercy Ekejindu, George Uchenna Elejehttps, Dorothy Amauche Ezeagwuna, Chigozie Geoffrey Okaforhttps, Arinze Anthony Onwuegbuna, Osita Samuel Umeononihu, Prisca Obiageli Godwin, Onyecherelam Monday Ogelle, and Joseph Ifeanyichukwu Ikechebelu. (2022, January), "Effectiveness of antenatal intermittent preventive treatment for malaria with sulphadoxine-pyrimethamine on peripartum outcomes", Therapeutic Advances in infectious Diseases, Vol. 9
4George Uchenna Eleje, Chinyere Ukamaka Onubogu, Preye Owen Fiebai, Ikechukwu Innocent Mbachu, Godwin Otuodichinma Akaba, Olabisi Morebise Loto..., Osita Samuel Umeononihu et al. (2022, April), "Mother-to-child transmission of human immunodeficiency virus, hepatitis B virus and hepatitis C virus among pregnant women with single, dual or triplex infections of human immunodeficiency virus, hepatitis B virus and hepatitis C virus in Nigeria: A systematic review and meta-analysis", Sage open medicine, Vol. 10
5Cyril C. Ikeoha, Chidebe C. Anikwe, Osita S. Umeononihu, Bartholomew C. Okorochukwu, Johnbosco E. Mamah, George U. Eleje, Chukwuemeka O. Ezeama , Basil I. Nwokoye, Chigozie F. Okoroafor, and Ikechukwu S. Ugwoke. (2022, September), "Fetal Fibronectin as a Predictor of Preterm Delivery: A Nigerian Cohort Study", BioMed Research International, Vol. 2022
6Emeka Philip Igbodike1 , Olusegun Olalekan Badejoko1,2, Olusola Benjamin Fasubaa1,2, Bolanle Olubunmi Ibitoye3,4, Olabisi Morebise Loto1,2, Joseph Ifeanyichukwu Ikechebelu5,6 , George Uchenna Eleje5,6 , Arinze Anthony Onwuegbuna7, Boniface Chukwuneme Okpala5,6, Osita Samuel Umeononihu5,6 and Onyecherelam Monday Ogelle. (2022, May), "Correlation between hysterosalpingography diagnosis and final hysterolaparoscopy with dye-test diagnosis in women with utero-tubal infertility: A cross-sectional study of the implication for which test should be the first-line investigation", Sage Open Medicine, Vol. 10
7George Uchenna Eleje, Emmanuel Onyebuchi Ugwu, Joseph Tochukwu Enebe, Chukwuemeka Chukwubuikem Okoro, Boniface Chukwuneme Okpala, Nnanyelugo Chima Ezeora, Emeka Ifeanyi Iloghalu, Chidebe Christian Anikwe, Chigozie Geoffrey Okafor, Polycarp Uchenna Agu, Emeka Philip Igbodike, Iffiyeosuo Dennis Ake, Kingsley Emeka Ekwuazi, Arinze Anthony Onwuegbuna, Osita Samuel Umeononihu, Onyedika Promise Anaedu, David Chibuike Ikwuka, Henry Ifeanyi Nwaolisa, Chukwuemeka Chidindu Njoku, Chidinma Patricia Nwankwo, Ekene Agatha Emeka, Lydia Ijeoma Eleje, Kenechi Miracle Adinnu, Chinelo Onuegbuna Okoye, Angela Ogechukwu Ugwu, Ethel Oluchukwu Nwachukwu, Sunday Gabriel Mba, Eziamaka Pauline Ezenkwele , Uchenna Elizabeth Okoye, Chika Ifeoma Ofiaeli, Golibe Christian Ikpeze, Livinus Nnanyere Onah, Odigonma Zinobia Ikpeze, Toochukwu Benjamin Ejikeme, Gerald Okanandu Udigwe, and Joseph Ifeanyichukwu Ikechebelu. (2022, June), "Cesarean section rate and outcomes during and before the first wave of COVID-19 pandemic", Sage Open Medicine, Vol. 10
8Nnenna A Nweke, Chidebe Christian Anikwe, Richard L Ewah, Osita S Umeononihu and Justus N Eze. (2022, June), "Analgesic efficacy and safety of paracervical block versus conscious sedation in the surgical evacuation of the uterus following first-trimester incomplete miscarriages: A randomised controlled tria", Sage Open Medicine, Vol. -10
9Emmanuel I Ogumu, Chidebe Christian Anikwe , Bartholomew C Okorochukwu, Osita S Umeononihu, Basil I Nwokoye, Okoroafor F Chigozie, Chukwuemeka J Ofojebe and Lucky O Lawani. (2022, September), "Fetal and maternal outcome of higher-order multiple pregnancies in a tertiary hospital: A 5-year single-center observational study from Nigeria", Sage Open Medicine, Vol. 10
10Boniface Chukwuneme Okpala, Sylvia Tochukwu Echendu, Joseph Ifeanyichukwu Ikechebelu, George Uchenna Eleje, Ngozi Nneka Joe-Ikechebelu, Louis Anayo Nwajiaku, Cyril Emeka Nwachukwu, Emeka Philip Igbodike, Mark Chinedu Nnoruka, Augusta Nkiruka Okpala, Chukwuemeka Jude Ofojebe, Osita Samuel Umeononihu. (2022, March), "Roberts syndrome with tetraphocomelia: A case report and literature review", SAGE Open Medical Case Reports
11Charlotte B. Oguejiofor, Chinedu J. Ezugwu, George U. Eleje, Ekene A. Emeka, Josephat C. Akabuike, Joseph C. Umeobika, Onyecherelam M. Ogelle, Osita S. Umeononihu, Ahizechukwu C. Eke. (2022, October), "Emerging Predictors of Obstructed Labour in a Single Nigerian Centre Population of a Low Resource Setting", Trends Med Res., Vol. 17, (Issue 4), pp 136-144
12Chidebe Christian Anikwe , Osita Samuel Umeononihu , Ifeyinwa Helen Anikwe , Cyril Chijioke Ikeoha , George U. Eleje , Richard Lawrence Ewah, Bartholomew Chukwunonye Okorochukwu , Basil Izuchukwu Nwokoye , Christian Okechukwu Ogah and Okoroafor Francis Chigozie. (2021, September), "Burden of Intimate Partner Violence among Nurses and Nursing Students in a Tertiary Hospital in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, Nigeria", Open nursing, pp 1-11
13Eleje GU, Akaba GO, Mbachu II, Rabiu A, Loto OM, Usman HA,…Umeononihu OS… et al.. (2021, July), "Pregnant women's hepatitis B vaccination coverage in Nigeria: a national pilot cross-sectional study.", Therapeutic Advances in Vaccines And Immunotherapy., Vol. 9, (Issue 1)
14Fidelis A. Onu, Chidebe C. Anikwe, Johnbosco E. Mamah, Okechukwu B. Anozie, Osita S. Umeononihu, Bartholomew C. Okorochukwu, Ayodele A. Olaleye, John O. Egede, Cyril C. Ikeoha, Chigozie F. Okoroafor. (2021, December), "Maternal and Neonatal Outcome following Day Two versus Day Five or Seven Discharge after an Uncomplicated Elective Caesarean Section: A Randomized Control Study", BioMed Research International, Vol. 2021
15Eleje GU, Rabiu A, Mbachu II, Akaba GO, Loto OM, Usman HA,…Umeononihu OS,… et al. (2021, January), "Awareness and prevalence of hepatitis C virus infection among pregnant women in Nigeria: A national pilot cross-sectional study.", Womens Health (Lond)., Vol. 17, (Issue 1745506521)
16Ikechukwu Innocent Mbachu, Samson Dayo Ejikunle, Chioma Ngozichukwu Pauline Mbachu, Jude Ehiabhi Okohue, Osita Samuel Umeononihu, Chukwuemeka Ojiyi, Hilary Obiagwu, Marcel Chukwuemeka Ukah, Ihechinyerem Kelechi Osuagwu. (2021, December), "The use of telemedicine in mitigating the effects of reduced antenatal care visits during the COVID-19 infection lockdown in Nigeria", Nigerian J Gen Pract, Vol. 19, pp 50-53
17Onyedika Promise Anaedu1 , George Uchenna Eleje1,2, Simeon Achunam Nwabueze3,4, Clifford Chidiebere Aniagboso5 , Chijioke Amara Ezenyeaku4 , Osita Samuel Umeononihu1,2, Chinelo Onuegbuna Okoye6 and Onyeka Chukwudalu Ekwebene. (2021, October), "Awareness and acceptance of preconception care among female undergraduates in Nigeria", AMERICAN JOURNAL OF RESEARCH IN MEDICAL SCIENCES, Vol. 6, (Issue 2), pp 1-9
18Eleje, George and Onubogu, Chinyere Ukamaka and Fiebai, Preye Owen and Mbachu, Ikechukwu Innocent and Akaba, Godwin O. and Loto, Olabisi Morebise and Usman, Hadiza Abdullahi and Rabiu, Ayyuba and Chibuzor, Moriam Taiwo and Chukwuanukwu, Rebecca Chinyelu and Joe-Ikechebelu, Ngozi Nneka and Nwankwo, Chike Henry and Kalu, Stephen Okoroafor and Ogbuagu, Chukwuanugo Nkemakonam and Chukwurah, Shirley Nneka and Uzochukwu, Chinwe Elizabeth and Oppah, Ijeoma Chioma and Ahmed, Aishat and Egeonu, Richard Obinwanne and Jibuaku, Chiamaka Henrietta and Inuyomi, Samuel Oluwagbenga and Adesoji, Bukola and Anyang, Ubong Inyang and Ogwaluonye, Uchenna C. and Emeka, Ekene Agatha and Igue, Odion Emmanuel and Okoro, Ogbonna Dennis and Aja, Prince Ogbonnia and Chidozie, Chiamaka Perpetua and Ibrahim, Hadiza Sani and Aliyu, Fatima Ele and Numan, Aisha Ismaila and Omoruyi, Solace Amechi and Umeononihu, Osita Samuel and Okoro, Chukwuemeka Chukwubuikem and Nwaeju, Ifeanyi Kingsley and Onwuegbuna, Arinze Anthony and Umeh, Eric Okechukwu and Nweje, Sussan Ifeyinwa and Eleje, Lydia Ijeoma and Ajuba, Ifeoma Clara and Ikwuka, David Chibuike and Chigbo, Chisom God’swill and Yakasai, Ibrahim Adamu and Ezechi, Oliver C. and Ikechebelu, Joseph Ifeanyichukwu. (2021, April), "Mother-to-child transmission of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), Hepatitis B virus (HBV) and Hepatitis C virus (HCV) among pregnant women with dual or triplex infections of HIV, HBV and HCV in Nigeria: A Systematic Review", Reprints with the Lancet
19George Uchenna Eleje, Ikechukwu Innocent Mbachu, Uchenna Chukwunonso Ogwaluonye, Stephen Okoroafor Kalu, Chinyere Ukamaka Onubogu, Sussan Ifeyinwa Nweje, ..., Osita Samuel Umeononihu et al. (2020, January), "Prevalence, seroconversion and mother-to-child transmission of dual and triplex infections of HIV, hepatitis B and C viruses among pregnant women in Nigeria: study protocol", Reproductive Health, Vol. 17, (Issue 144)
20Nkechi B Obijiofor, Chinedum A Enete, Chibueze E Nnonyelu, Osita S Umeononihu, Ekene A Emeka, Chukwuemeka C Okoro, Josephat C Akabuike, Charlotte B Og. (2020, July), "Female genital mutilation: prevalence, awareness and attitude among Igbo women of child-bearing age in Nigeria", Obstetrics and Gynecology Research, Vol. 3, pp 145-160
21George Uchenna ElejeI, Emmanuel Onyebuchi Ugwu, Victor Okey Dinwoke, Perpetua Kelechi Enyinna, Joseph Tochukwu EnebeI, Innocent Igwebueze Okafor, Livi. (2020, July), "Predictors of puerperal menstruation.", PLoS ONE, Vol. 15, (Issue 7)
22George U. Eleje, Gerald O. Udigwe, Hillary I. Obiagwu, Chisom M. Nwaneki, Osita S. Umeononihu, Ekene A. Emeka, Michael E. Chiemeka, Chukwuemeka C. Oko. (2020, January), "Prophylactic Bilateral Salpingo-oophorectomy with Hysterectomy: A Rare Nigerian Experience.", Archives of Reproductive Medicine and Sexual Health, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 32-35
23Blessing C Umeigbo , Ifeoma A Modebe , Ifeoma C Iloghalu , George U Eleje, Chukwuemeka C Okoro , Osita S Umeononihu , Ekene A Emeka. (2020, January), "Outcomes of Preterm Labor and Preterm Births: A Retrospective Cross-Sectional Analytical Study in a Nigerian Single Center Population.", Obstet Gynecol Res, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 017-028
24Lydia I Eleje, Nkechi PM Esomonu, Florence N Ufearo, Adeline N Anyanwu, Chinyere C Okoye, Okoi A Okoi, Emmanuel O Ugwu, Ekene A Emeka, Onyecherelam M. (2020, December), "Birth by Cesarean Section and Academic Achievement in Adolescents: A Randomized Control Trial", Obstetrics and Gynecology Research, Vol. 3, (Issue 4), pp 242-243
25George Uchenna Eleje1,2* , Ikechukwu Innocent Mbachu1,2 , Uchenna Chukwunonso Ogwaluonye3 , Stephen Okoroafor Kalu4 , Chinyere Ukamaka Onubogu5 , Suss. (2020, September), "Prevalence, seroconversion and mother-to-child transmission of dual and triplex infections of HIV, hepatitis B and C viruses among pregnant women in Nigeria: study protocol.", Reproductive Health., Vol. 17, (Issue 1)
26Lydia I Eleje, Nkechi PM Esomonu, Florence N Ufearo, Adeline N Anyanwu, Chinyere C Okoye, Okoi A Okoi, Emmanuel O Ugwu, Ekene A Emeka, Onyecherelam M Ogelle, Osita S Umeononihu, Joseph C Umeobika, George U Eleje. (2020, December), "Birth by Cesarean Section and Academic Achievement in Adolescents: A Randomized Control Tria", Obstetrics and Gynecology Research, Vol. 3, (Issue 2020), pp 251-263
27Nkechi B Obijiofor, Chinedum A Enete, Chibueze E Nnonyelu, Osita S Umeononihu, Ekene A Emeka, Chukwuemeka C Okoro, Josephat C Akabuike, Charlotte B Oguejiofor, George U Eleje. (2020, July), "Female Genital Mutilation: Prevalence, Awareness and Attitude among Igbo Women of Child-Bearing Age in Nigeria", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 3, (Issue 3), pp 145-160
28Okolie VE, Obiechina NJA, Ikpeze OC, Obi Nwosu Betrand, Umeononihu OS.. (2019, April), "The incidence of virological success and its independent predictors following a short course of HAART among HAART naïve HIV positive pregnant women in Nnewi", ournal of Dental and medical sciences, Vol. 14, (Issue 4), pp 16-20
29Adinma JIB, Oguaka VN, Ugboaja JO, Umeononihu OS, Adinma Obiajulu-ND, Okeke OL. (2019, December), "Experience of, and Perceptions on, Disrespectful Treatment from Health Workers, by Pregnant Women Attending Antenatal Clinic in Southeastern", Gynecol Reprod Health, Vol. 3, (Issue 6), pp 1-6
30Jerome U Ebubechukwu, Ifeoma B Udigwe, George U Eleje, Ekene A Emeka and Osita S Umeononihu. (2019, December), "Maternal Diabetes Mellitus and Risk of Stillbirth: A Nested Case-Control Study in a Nigerian Tertiary Hospital", World Journal of Gynecology & Women’s Health, Vol. 3, (Issue 2)
31Adinma, J.I.B. Oguaka, V.N., Ugbaja, J.O., Umeononihu, O.S., Adinma-Obiajulu, N.D. and Okeke, O.L.. (2019, November), "Experience of, and Perception on Gender Based Violence (GBV) by Pregnant Women in South Eastern Nigeria.", Advances in Reproductive Sciences,, Vol. 7, (Issue 4), pp 113-124
32Adinma JIB, Adinma ED, Umeononihu O.S, Oguaka V and Oyedum SO.. (2018, October), "Perception and practice of exercise during pregnancy by antenatal women in South Eastern Nigeria", Gynecol Reprod Health, Vol. 2, (Issue 5), pp 1-6
33Adinma JIB, Adinma ED, Umeononihu OS, Oguaka V, Adinma-Obiajulu ND and Oyedum SO. (2018, December), "Prevalence, perception and risk factors for musculoskeletal discomfort among pregnant women in South-east Nigeria.", Journal of musculoskeletal disorders and treatment, Vol. 4, (Issue 063), pp 1-9
34Mbachu Ikechukwu Innocent, Ezeama Chukwuemeka, Osuagwu Kekechi, Umeononihu Osita, Obiannika Chibuzor, Ezeama Nkeiru. (2017, July), "A cross-sectional study of maternal near miss and mortality at a rural tertiary centre in Southern Nigeria.", BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth, Vol. -17
35Adinma JIB, Adinma ED, Umeononihu OS, Oguaka V, Onyedum SO. (2017, June), "Prevalence, perception and pattern of peripheral neuropathy among pregnant women in South Eastern Nigeria", Journal of Gynecology & Reproductive Medicine, Vol. 1, (Issue 5)
36Adinma JIB, Adinma ED, Umeononihu OS. (2017, April), "Nutrition policy and practice landscape on adolescent, pre- pregnancy and maternal nutrition in Nigeria.", JOJ Nursing & health care, Vol. 1, (Issue 2), pp 28-33
37Adinma J, Umeononihu OS, Umeh MN.. (2017, November), "Maternal nutrition in Nigeria.", Tropical Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Vol. 34, (Issue 2), pp 79-84
38Adinma JIB, Umeononihu OS, Umeh MN. (2017, January), "Adolescent and pre pregnancy nutrition in Nigeria", Tropical journal of Obstetrics and gynaecology, Vol. 34, (Issue 1), pp 15:1
39Ifeanyi Brian A, Umeononihu O, Echendu A, Eke N. (2016, August), "Sexual behavior among students in a tertiary educational institution in South East Nigeria", Advances in Reproductive Sciences, Vol. 4, (Issue 3), pp 87-92
40Adinma JIB, Adinma ED, Eke NO and Umeononihu OS. (2016, January), "Condom-Use by students in a higher educational institution in South Eastern Nigeria", Journal of community and public health nursing, Vol. 2, pp 127
41Mbachu II, Ikechebelu JI, Okonkwo JEN, Umeononihu OS, Ugboaja J, Mbachu NC. (2015, October), "The evaluation of the accuracy of serial rapid HIV test algorithm in the diagnosis of HIV antibodies among pregnant women in South East Nigeria", BMC, Vol. 8, (Issue 577)
42Anaelechi J Onuegbu, Japhet M Olisekodiaka, John E Udo, Osita Umeononihu, Ubuoh K Amah, John E Okwara, Chidiadi Atuegbu. (2015, April), "Evaluation of high sensitivity C-reactive protein and serum lipid profile in southeastern Nigerian women with pre-eclampsia.", Medical principles and practice, Vol. 24, (Issue 3), pp 276-279
43Mbachu II, Udigwe GO, Okafor CI, Umeononihu OS, Ezeama C, Eleje GU. (2013, April), "The pattern and obstetric outcome of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy in Nnewi Nigeria.", Nigerian Journal of medicine, Vol. 22, (Issue 2), pp 117-122
44Udigwe GO, Mbachu II, Oguaka V, Onyegbule OA, Udegbunam O, Umeononihu OS. (2013, October), "Pattern and predictors of partner disclosure of HIV status among HIV positive pregnant women in Nnewi Nigeria.", Nigerian Journal of medicine,, Vol. 22, (Issue 4), pp 336-340
45Umeononihu OS, Ikechebelu JI, Okonkwo JEN, Udigwe GO, Mbachu II. (2013, January), "The prevalence of HIV sero-positivity among antenatal attendees with seronegative status in the first half of pregnancy in Nnewi, South East Nigeria.", Journal of HIV and human reproduction, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 25-29
46Umeononihu OS, Adinma JI, Obiechina NJ, Eleje GU, Udegbunam OI, Mbachu II. (2013, April), "Uterine leiomyoma associated non- puerperal uterine inversion misdiagnosed as advanced cervical cancer: a case report.", International journal of surgery case reports, Vol. 4, pp 1000-1003
47Nnaji GA, Okafor CI, Muoghalu K, Onyejimbe UN, Umeononihu OS. (2012, April), "Women’s Involvement in the decision to be delivered by caesarean section in sub Saharan Africa", Nigerian Journal of medicine, Vol. 21, (Issue 2)
48Mbachu II, Umeononihu OS. (2012, January), "The role of Human Papilloma virus (HPV) in cervical cancer screening.", Afrimedic Journal, Vol. 3, (Issue 1)
49Eleje GU, Okaforcha EI, Umeononihu OS, Etoniru IS. (2012, July), "Hysterosalpingographic findings among infertile women: review at a tertiary health care institution in Nnewi, south-east Nigeria.", Afrimedic Journal, Vol. 3, (Issue 2)
50Gerald O Udigwe, Osita S Umeononihu, Ikechukwu I Mbachu. (2011, January), "A review of the prevalence and pattern of gynaecologic cancers in Nnewi South-east Nigeria.", Orient Journal of medicine
51Mbachu II, Obiechina NJA, Umeononihu OS, Ezebailu IU, Akabuike JC, Umeobika JC. (2010, January), "Third degree perinael tear following sexual assault in a minor: a case report and review of literature.", Afrimedic Journal, Vol. 1
52Udigwe GO, Umeononihu OS, Mbachu II. (2010, October), "Ectopic pregnancy: A 5year review of cases in Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital (NAUTH) Nnewi.", Nigerian Medical Journal, Vol. 51, (Issue 4)
53Mbamara SU, Obiechina NJA, Eleje GU, Akabuike CJ, Umeononihu OS. (2009, October), "3.Gestational Trophoblastic Disease in a tertiary hospital in Nnewi, South East Nigeria.", Nigerian Medical Journal, Vol. 50, (Issue 4)
54Charles Ikechukwu Okafor, Jude Chukwuemeka Etigbue, Osita Samuel Umeononihu, Chukwudi Richmond Osakwe. (2009, September), "Expectant management of abdominal pregnancy with good outcome- a case report.", 4.Nigerian Journal of surgical sciences. Vol 19, No 2, September 2009, Vol. 19, (Issue 2)
Conference Papers
1George Uchenna Eleje, Chinyere Ukamaka Onubogu, Preye Owen Fiebai, Ikechukwu Innocent Mbachu, Godwin O Akaba... Osita Samuel Umeononihu... et al,. (2022, July), "Seroprevalence, Seroconversion and Mother-to-child transmission of Dual and Triplex infection of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), Hepatitis B virus (HBV) and Hepatitis C virus (HCV) among Pregnant Women In Nigeria: A national Cohort study. Conference Paper presented at the 2022 AGM/Scientific Conference of the NMA Anambra State",
2Chigozie G Okafor, George U Eleje, Joseph I Adinma, Joseph I Ikechebelu, Eric O Umeh, Chisolum O Okafor,Lydia I Eleje, Chukwuemeka Ezeama, Chukwuemeka C Okoro, Richard O Egeonu, Osita S Umeononihu, Boniface C Okpala, Chukwuemeka J Ofojebe, Chito P Ilika, Charlotte B Oguejiofor, Hillary I Obiagwu, Afam B Obidike, Chijioke C Umeokafor, Evaristus Ezema, Chidinma C Okafor. (2021, October), "Premaquick versus transvaginal ultrasonographically measured cervical lenght for pre-induction cervical assessement at term. A randomised controlled trial", Wiley, Vol. 155, (Issue 52), pp 221-222
3Umeononihu OS, Adinma JIB, Adinma ND. (2020, December), "Perceptions on Covid-19 pandemic by health workers caring for pregnant women in Anambra state; South-eastern Nigeria. SE-PAC NET, 7th Biennial Scientific Conference.",
4George Uchenna ELEJE1,2; Ikechukwu Innocent MBACHU1,2; Uchenna Chukwunonso OGWALUONYE3; Stephen Okoroafor KALU4; Chinyere Ukamaka ONUBOGU5; Sussan I. (2020, November), "Prevalence, seroconversion and mother-to-child transmission of dual and triplex infections of HIV, Hepatitis B and C viruses among pregnant women in Nigeria: An ongoing TETFund NRF 2019 funded study.", 54th Annual General Meeting of The Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics of Nigeria (SOGON) and Scientific Conference “Ibile 2020”, Held at Festival H
5OS Umeononihu. (2017, November), "B.Adapting FIGO recommendations on adolescent, pre pregnancy and mWaternal nutrition to Nigeria staple foods; a step in the development of Nigeria specific guidelines on APM nutrition. Symposium for 2017 SOGON conference in Sokoto, Nigeria",
6OS Umeononihu. (2016, November), "A.FIGO Recommendation on adolescent, pre pregnancy and maternal nutrition: Adaptation in Nigeria. Symposium on adolescent, pre pregnancy and maternal nutrition during the 2016 SOGON C onference in Akure, Ondo State Nigeria.",
7Udigwe GO, Emelummadu OF, Mbachu II, Umeononihu OS. (2012, November), "Knowledge, awareness and use of insecticide treated bed nets among pregnant women in Nnewi south east Nigeria. Conference paper at the annual conference and 46th AGM of SOGON: Abakaliki",
8Mbachu II, Udegbunam OI, Umeononihu OS, Onyegbule O. (2012, December), "Partner disclosure of HIV status among HIV positive mothers in Nnewi Nigeria. SE-PAC NET, 3rd Biennial Scientific Conference.",
9: Mbachu II, Okafor CI, Ezeama C, Eke AC, Umeononihu OS, Eleje GU. (2010, November), "The pattern and obstetric outcome of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy in Nnewi, Nigeria.", Abstract Vol. 27 suppl. 1, Vol. 27, (Issue 1)

Academic Leadership Qualities

Supervisions
1"Assessment of dietary intake and nutritional status of secondary school adolescent girls in Nnewi" (2019). Completed Doctorate project by Dr Richard Egeonu , (193060A)
2"Transdermal Diclofenac Patch Versus Intramuscular pentazocine for Postoperative Analgesia in Caesarean sections at Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital Nnewi , South Eastern Nigeria" (2022). Completed Doctorate project by Dr Ugochukwu Harrison Osuafor (225097B)
Grants
1Collaborator: "Prevalence of mother to child transmission of dual and triplex infections of HIV, Hepatitis B and C virus in Nigeria" (January, 2020). Ongoing sponsored grant by TETFUND
Reviewerships
1Reviewer, "Comparison of cervical cancer screening by self-sampling papillomavirus test versus pap-smear in underprivileged women in France" (May, 2021)
2Reviewer, "Is lymph node dissection mandatory among early stage endometrial cancer patients? A retrospective study" (November, 2020)
3Reviewer, "Evaluation of cervical cancer screening strategies for underprivileged women in France" (September, 2020)
4Reviewer, "Rare Endobronchial metastasis from uterine leiomyosarcoma" (March, 2015)
5Reviewer, "A case of young woman with recurrent right pleural effusion" (November, 2015)
Examinerships
1Chief Examiner, "EXTERNAL EXAMINER 4th MBBS (MAIN) CHUKWUEMEKA ODUMEGWU OJUKWU UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF MEDICINE AWKA" (October, 2022 to November, 2022). Completed External Exam
2Examiner, "4th MBBS (MAIN) Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University college of Medicine Awka" (October, 2022 to November, 2022). Completed External Exam
3Examiner, "Part one Fellowship Exams, National postgraduate Medical college of Nigeria" (April, 2022 to May, 2022). Completed External Exam
4Examiner, "Part one Fellowship, National Postgraduate Medical college of Nigeria" (October, 2020 to November, 2020). Completed External Exam
5Examiner, "Part one Fellowship of the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria" (October, 2019 to November, 2019). Completed External Exam
6Examiner, "Post graduate fellowship exams in Obs and Gynae; National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria" (November, 2015). Ongoing External Exam
Accreditation Panel Memberships
1Member, "NUC Accreditation Committee" (December, 2019)
Contributions to the University/Society
1Faculty board member, "National postgraduate medical college of Nigeria" (August, 2022 to January, 2022)
2Editorial Adviser, "Afrimedic Journal (Association of resident doctors NAUTH Nnewi)" (June, 2021 to January, 2022)
3member, "CHS Provost's Administrative Committee: Students Disciplinary Committee" (April, 2021)
4member, "Departmental Maternal Death Investigative Panel" (March, 2021 to April, 2021)
5member, "Obs and Gynae departmental exams committee" (December, 2019)
6Head of Annex, "Head of the NAUTH Awka Annex" (October, 2013 to October, 2021)

Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies

1Full Member, "Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU)" (member since 2019), https://asuunigeria.org
2Full Member, "Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics of Nigeria(SOGON)" (member since 2013), https://.sogon.org
3Full Member, "Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN)" (member since 2012), https://www.mdcan.org.ng
4Full Member, "Nigerian Medical Association" (member since 2000), https://nationalnma.org

Relevant Events Attended

Conferences
1"National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria 16th Annual Scientific Conference And All Fellows Congress (Eko Akete 2022))", (National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria), 8th August, 2022 to 12th August, 2022; Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island Lagos
2"Scientific Conference/AGM , Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics of Nigeria (SOGON)", (SOGON), 23rd November, 2021 to 28th November, 2021; Festac Hotel Lagos
3"Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics of Nigeria (SOGON), 10th International Conference and 53rd AGM", (SOGON,), 3rd December, 2019 to 6th December, 2019; International conference Centre Abuja
4"Scientific conference, AGM Nigerian Medical Association", (Nigerian Medical Association), 28th July, 2016 to 29th July, 2016; Kings Palace Hotel Nnewi