Dr. Obiajulu Christian Ezeigwe
Dr. Obiajulu Christian Ezeigwe is a SENIOR LECTURER in APPLIED BIOCHEMISTRY Department, Faculty Of Bio-sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
Dr. Ezeigwe, Obiajulu Christian is a lecturer in the Department of Applied Biochemistry, Faculty of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Nigeria. His area of specialization is Pharmacology and Medical Biochemistry. He teaches Computational Biochemistry and Bioinformatics to 2nd year students, Advanced Biochemical Methods, Biological Membrane and Biosignalling, Molecular Biology and Genetic Engineering to 4th year students. He teaches Research Techniques in Biochemistry, Advanced Membrane Biochemistry, Advanced Metabolism and Control, Food and Nutritional Biochemistry, Computational Biochemistry and Bioinformatics to Post-Graduate students. He has carried out different research works on Diabetes, Anemia, Prostate cancer, Convulsion, Ulcer and Diarrhea. He is a renown facilitator of institutional Animal Care and Use in Research, Education and Testing.
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Address: | Applied Biochemistry, Faculty Of Bio-sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF BIO-SCIENCES |
Department/Sub-Unit: | APPLIED BIOCHEMISTRY |
Social Profiles
Interest Areas
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka. (Master Degree, November, 2018) October, 2010 to November, 2018 M.Sc Applied Biochemistry |
| 2 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka. (Doctor of Philosophy, August, 2018) October, 2013 to August, 2018 PhD Applied Biochemistry |
| 3 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Master Degree, November, 2012) October, 2010 to November, 2012 M.Sc Applied Biochemistry |
| 4 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka. (Bachelor Degree, July, 2009) October, 2005 to July, 2009 B.Sc Applied Biochemistry |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Member, Dept of Applied Biochemistry Accreditation Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka July, 2021 to Present |
| 2 | Chairman, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka June, 2021 to June, 2022 |
| 3 | Chairman, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Animal Research Ethics Committee Awka June, 2021 to Present |
| 4 | Member, Dept of Applied Biochemistry SIWES Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka May, 2021 to Present |
| 5 | Secretary, Faculty of Biosciences Conference Marking Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka March, 2021 to Present |
| 6 | Member, Faculty of Biosciences Covid-19 Response Team, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka March, 2021 to Present |
| 7 | Secretary, Department of Applied Biochemistry Research Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka June, 2020 to Present |
| 8 | Vice Chairman, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka November, 2019 to June, 2021 |
| 9 | Member, Dept of Applied Biochemistry Budget Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka November, 2019 to Present |
| 10 | Lead Delegate on Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee Workshop, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka October, 2019 to October, 2019 |
| 11 | Chairman, Dept. of Applied Biochemistry Examination Monitoring Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka October, 2019 to Present |
| 12 | Coordinator II Dept. of Applied Biochemistry Continuing Education Programme (CEP), Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka July, 2019 to Present |
| 13 | Librarian 1I ABSA, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka July, 2008 to July, 2009 |
Creative Output
| Books | |
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| 1 | AI Izundu, CE Akunne, KI Ubaoji, OC Ezeigwe, KP Okafor and MI Izundu. (2019, December) A Handbook Series On JUPEB Biology , pp 1-378 |
| 2 | OC Ezeigwe, OJ Anekwe and CM Onuzulike. (2017, October) Practical Chemistry Manual Instamatic Technologies, pp 1-77 |
| 3 | OC Ezeigwe, OJ Anekwe. CM Onuzulike and PU Chris-Okafor. (2017, October) Study Guide On Chemistry , pp 1-490 |
| 4 | Ezeigwe Obiajulu Christian. (2009, August) The Basic Steps to Actualizing your Dreams , pp 1-52 |
| Book Chapters | |
| 1 | Obiajulu Christian Ezeigwe. (2019, December) Biological Methods and Applications |
| 2 | K. I. Ubaoji and O. C. Ezeigwe. (2019, December) Cell Division, Principles of Genetics, Variations and Heredity |
| 3 | K. I. Ubaoji and O. C. Ezeigwe. (2019, December) Cell Organization, Structure and Functions |
| 4 | K. I. Ubaoji and O. C. Ezeigwe. (2019, December) Ecology |
| 5 | Obiajulu Christian Ezeigwe. (2019, December) Evolution |
| 6 | K. I. Ubaoji, O. C. Ezeigwe. (2019, December) Living Things in Nature and Biological Molecules |
| 7 | K. I. Ubaoji, O. C. Ezeigwe. (2019, December) Origin of Living Things |
| 8 | Obiajulu Christian Ezeigwe. (2019, December) Systematics, Taxonomy and Nomenclature |
| Journal Articles | |
| 1 | Ebele Lauretta Iloanya, Okwesili Fred Chiletugo Nwodo, Obiajulu Christian Ezeigwe, Ogochukwu Prince Alaebo, Nnanyelugo Benneth Enemchukwu, Okwuchukwu . (2021, March), "Effects Of A Fraction Of The Methanol Extract Of The Seeds Of Abrus Precatorius On Malondialdehyde And Antioxidant Levels Of Alloxan-Induced Diabetic Rats", ScienceDomain, Vol. 24, (Issue 1), pp 35-51 |
| 2 | Ebele Lauretta Iloanya, Okwesili Fred Chiletugo Nwodo, Obiajulu Christian Ezeigwe, Ogochukwu Rita Ngwu, Valentine Osita Godwin Nwobodo and Erhunmwense. (2021, March), "Antidiabetic Property Of A Fraction Of The Methanol Extract Of The Seeds Of Abrus Precatorius In Alloxan-induced Diabetic Rats", ScienceDomain, Vol. 13, (Issue 2), pp 27-38 |
| 3 | Enemchukwu BN, Ezeigwe OC, Orinya OF, Nwali UI, Chigbo CM and Iloanya EL. (2021, March), "Phytochemical Evaluation And Antimicrobial Potential Of Methanol Extracts Of Mistletoe (Loranthus Micranthus) Leaves Grown On Cola Tree (Cola Nitida) And Oil Bean Tree (Pentaclethra Macrophylla) (n", Journal of Medicinal Plants Studies, Vol. 9, (Issue 2), pp 28-32 |
| 4 | Alaebo, P. O. Chukwu, C. N., Nwuke, C. P. Ezeigwe, O. C. and Ekwunoh, P. O.. (2020, June), "Hepatoprotective And Antioxidant Effects Of Methanol Extract Of Soursop (annona Muricata) Seeds On Alloxan-induced Diabetic Wistar Rats", Nigerian Research Journal of Chemical Sciences, Vol. 8, (Issue 2), pp 199-210 |
| 5 | Alaebo, PO, Chukwu, CN, Nwuke, CP, Ukpabi-Ugo, JC, Ezeigwe, OC and Ekwunoh, PO. (2020, July), "Hypoglycaemic And Hepato-protective Effects Of Crude Extract Of Averrhoa Carambola Leaves In Alloxan-induced Female Diabetic Rats", Nigerian Research Journal of Chemical Sciences, Vol. 8, (Issue 2), pp 40-56 |
| 6 | Chimaobi J. Ononamadu, Obiajulu C. Ezeigwe, Tajudeen A. Owolarafe, Godwin O. Ihegboro, Tajudeen A. Lawal, Kailani Salawu, Uchenna F. Umeoguaju, Ibrahi. (2020, October), "Starch-iodine Assay Method Underestimates Alpha-amylase Inhibitory Potential Of Antioxidative Compounds And Extracts", BioTechnologia, Vol. 101, (Issue 1), pp 45-54 |
| 7 | Eneh Frank Uchenna, Ezeigwe Obiajulu Christian, and Omeje Martha. (2020, March), "Lipid Peroxidation Activity And Phytochemical Constituents Of Extract Of Groundnut Peels", ScienceDomain, Vol. 23, (Issue 1), pp 16-22 |
| 8 | Victor Henry Azubuike Enemor, Uchechukwu Chibuzo Ogbodo, Ogechukwu Frances Nworji, Obiajulu Christian Ezeigwe, Chukwuemeka Obumneme Okpala, Gloria Chi. (2020, August), "Evaluation Of The Nutritional Status And Phytomedicinal Properties Of Dried Rhizomes Of Turmeric (Curcuma Longa)", Scientific Research Publishing, Vol. 8, pp 163-179 |
| 9 | Ezeigwe Obiajulu Christian, Okpala Chukwuemeka Obumneme, Ogana Joy, Akonam Nkemakonam Edith, Aziagba Bibian Okwuchukwu, Nnadi Naomi Ngozi, Anekwe Ozio. (2020, ), "Comparative Phytochemical And Nutritional Profiles Of Ficus Capensis And Cnidoscolus Aconitifolius Leaves", International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 16-21 |
| 10 | Ezeigwe Obiajulu Christian, Okani Chukwudi Onyeaghana, Nnadi Naomi Ngozi, Obiukwu Onyinye Olivia, Ekwunoh Peter Okwukwe, Obayuwana Erhunmwense Ann, Ok. (2020, July), "Evaluation Of The Effects Of Azadirachta Indica Leaf On Haematology, Lipid Profile, Body Weight And Organ-system Functions Of Streptozotocin-induced Diabetic Male Rats", Academic Journals, Vol. 14, (Issue 3), pp 57-71 |
| 11 | Obiajulu Christian Ezeigwe, Chukwuemeka Obumneme Okpala, Chidimma Stella-Maris Okeke, Perpetua Chiamaka Amuzie, Blessing Adaobi Okeke, Chiemeka Prince. (2020, June), "Hypoglycemic Property Of Different Fractions Of Crude Ethanol Extract Of Azadirachta Indica Leaves In Streptozotocin-induced Diabetic Rats", International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation, Vol. 7, (Issue 6), pp 190-194 |
| 12 | Obiajulu Christian Ezeigwe, Favour Amarachi Nzekwe, Ogechukwu Frances Nworji, Chidinma Felicia Ezennaya, Ebele Lauretta Iloanya, Kingsley Kelechi Asog. (2020, July), "Effect Of Aqueous Extract Of F. Capensis Leaves And Its Combination With C. Aconitifolius Leaves On Essential Biochemical Parameters Of Phenylhydrazine-Induced Anemic Rats", Dovepress, Vol. 12, pp 191-201 |
| 13 | Ezeigwe Obiajulu Christian, Ezeonu Francis Chukwuemeka, Nnadi Naomi Ngozi. (2020, June), "Phytochemistry And Antidiabetogenic Property Of Aqueous Extract Of Azadirachta Indica Leaf In Streptozotocin-induced Diabetic Rats", The Journal of Phytopharmacology, Vol. 9, (Issue 3), pp 155-163 |
| 14 | OC Ezeigwe, CJ Ononamadu, ME Onuegbu, OR Ikpeogu, IC Agugom, FA Ejiofor, UE Ezeokoye and UH Cornel-Ilokolobia. (2020, June), "Prophylactic Effect Of Ethanol Extract Of Azadirachta Indica Leaf In Streptozotocin-induced Diabetic Rats", ScienceDomain, Vol. 41, (Issue 5), pp 15-27 |
| 15 | Ezeigwe OC, Ezeonu FC, Igwilo IO,. (2020, January), "ANTIDIABETIC PROPERTY AND ANTIOXIDANT POTENTIALS OF ETHANOL EXTRACT OF AZADIRACHTA INDICA LEAF IN STREPTOZOTOCIN-INDUCED DIABETIC RATS", The Bioscientist, Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 1-11 |
| 16 | Ezeigwe, Obiajulu Christian, Okpala, Chukwuemeka Obumneme, Ogbodo, Uchechukwu Chibuzo, Anwuna, Chioma Divine, Ngwu, Ogochukwu Rita and Chigbo, Chidieb. (2020, February), "Effect Of A Combination Of Ethanol Extract Of Ficus Capensis And Cnidoscolus Aconitifolius On Liver And Kidney Function Parameters Of Phenylhydrazine-Induced Anemic Rats", ScienceDomain, Vol. 6, (Issue 2), pp 1-6 |
| 17 | Ezeigwe Obiajulu Christian, Obayuwana Erhunmwense Ann, Iloanya Ebele Lauretta, Enemchukwu Benneth Nnanyelugo, Oguazu Chinenye Enoch, Anyaoku Ijeoma Cy. (2020, May), "IN VIVO ANTIDIABETIC EFFECT OF A COMBINATION OF ETHANOL EXTRACT OF FICUS CAPENSIS AND CNIDOSCOLUS ACONITIFOLIUS LEAVES IN ALLOXAN-INDUCED DIABETIC RATS", European Journal of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Vol. 7, (Issue 2), pp 1-8 |
| 18 | Ezeigwe Obiajulu Christian, Ezeonu Francis Chukwuemeka, Nnadi Naomi Ngozi. (2020, February), "Effect Of Aqueous Extract Of Azadirachta Indica Leaf On Some Essential Biochemical Parameters Of Streptozotocin-induced Diabetic Rats", International Journal of Medicinal Science and Advanced Clinical Research, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 67-79 |
| 19 | Obiajulu C Ezeigwe, Francis C Ezeonu, Chukwudi O Okani, Daniel N Onwusulu, Maryclare E Onuegbu. (2020, July), "Aqueous Extract Of Azadirachta Indica Leaves Favorably Alters The Course Of Streptozotocin-induced Diabetes In Rats: A Comparative Prospective Cohort Study", BioMed Press, Vol. 7, (Issue 7), pp 3877-3889 |
| 20 | Ani, O.N, Udedi, S.C, Akpata, E.I, Ezeigwe, O.C, Oguazu, C.E,Onyishi, C.K, Nwakudu, E.N. (2020, April), "Effects Of Ethanol Leaf Extract Of Justicia Carnea On Biochemical Indices Of Alloxan-Induced Diabetic Rats.", IOSR Journal of Biotechnology and Biochemistry, Vol. 6, (Issue 2), pp 39-46 |
| 21 | Ezeigwe Obiajulu Christian, Alaebo Prince Ogochukwu, Enemchukwu Benneth Nnanyelugo, Chukwuemeka Ugochi Vivian, Ifedilichukwu Nma Helen, Uhama Kingsley. (2020, January), "Haematological And Biochemical Effects Of A Combination Of Leaves Of Telfairia Occidentalis And Mucuna Pruriens In Male Rats", International Journal of Biosciences, Vol. 16, (Issue 1), pp 139-149 |
| 22 | Ezeigwe Obiajulu Christian and Ezeonu Francis Chukwuemeka. (2020, January), "Antidiabetic And Modulatory Effect Of Ethanol Extract Of Neem Leaf On Some Essential Biochemical Parameters Of Streptozotocin-induced Diabetic Rats", ScienceDomain, Vol. 28, (Issue 4), pp 1-11 |
| 23 | C.J. Ononamadu, G.O. Ihegboro, T.A. Owolarafe, S. Kailania, M. Fadilua, O.C. Ezeigwec, M.L. Oshobub and F.C. Nwachukwu. (2019, April), "Identification Of Potential Antioxidant And Hypoglycemic Compounds In Aqueous- Methanol Fraction Of Methanolic Extract Of Ocimum Canum Leaves", Iranian Chemical Society, Vol. 6, (Issue 2), pp 431-439 |
| 24 | Ifedilichukwu Nma Helen, Okafor Chike Samuel, Nwosu Onyeka Kingsley, Ezeigwe Obiajulu Christian. (2019, June), "Evaluation Of Wound Healing Properties Of Nigerian Archacatina Marginata Mucin And Its Combination With Honey In Wistar Rats", International Journal of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences, Vol. 4, (Issue 2), pp 47-62 |
| 25 | Ezeigwe Obiajulu Christian, Ezennaya Chidinma Felicia, Ifedilichukwu Nma Helen, Soronnadi Vivian Nneka, Chukwuemeka Ugochi Vivian and Alaebo Prince Og. (2019, October), "Antidiabetic Property And Antioxidant Potentials Of Aqueous Extract Of Azadirachta Indica Leaves In Streptozotocin-induced Diabetic Rats", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 7, (Issue 6), pp 18-23 |
| 26 | Ezeigwe Obiajulu Christian, Nwobodo Valentine Osita Godwin, Enemchukwu Benneth Nnanyelugo, Ani Onuabuchi Nnenna, Chukwuemeka Ugochi Vivian, Ezennaya C. (2019, October), "Lipid Profile And Its Complications In Phenylhydrazine-induced Anemic Rats", Journal of Medicinal Plants Studies, Vol. 7, (Issue 6), pp 161-166 |
| 27 | Obiajulu Christian Ezeigwe, Christopher Onyemeziri Alisa and Josephine Ezekwesili-Ofili. (2018, June), "Effects Of Aqueous Extract Of Kuding Leaves On Cyanide-induced Toxicity And Packed Cell Volume (PCV)", Academic Journals |
| 28 | Alaebo, P. O, Onochie, A. U, Nwaka, A. C, Ekwunoh, P. O, Igbonazobi, C. E, Ezeigwe, O. C, Mbadugha, N. N, Omumuabuike, J. N. (2018, April), "Biochemical Impacts Of Halofantrine Hydrochloride (HALFAN) On Estradiol Levels Of Female Wistar Rats", International Journal of Innovative Sciences and Research Technology, Vol. 3, (Issue 4), pp 94-99 |
| 29 | Ekwunoh, P.O, Edeogu, S.C, Onochie, A.U, Alaebo, P.O, Ezeigwe, O.C and Mbadugha, N.N. (2018, August), "Serum Minerals And Lipid Profiles Of Type 2 Diabetic And Hypertensive Out-patients At A University Teaching Hospital In Nigeria", The Diagnostics, Vol. 1, (Issue 3), pp 25-33 |
| 30 | Igwilo, I.O., Iwualla, L.C, Igwilo, S.N, Agbara, A.C, Okpala, C.O and Ezeigwe, C.O.. (2018, January), "Proximate Analysis And Phytochemical Composition Of Fresh And Dried Fruit Of Morinda Lucida", The Bioscientist, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 31-39 |
| 31 | U.F. Umeoguaju, C.J. Ononamadu, M.C. Okonkwo and O.C. Ezeigwe. (2016, February), "THE SURVIVAL OF FOUR TROPICAL PLANTS ON SOILS ARTIFICIALLY POLLUTED WITH TOXIC LEVELS OF ZINC", International Journal of Science, Environment and Technology, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 17-24 |
| 32 | Chimaobi James Ononamadu, Chinwe Nonyelum Ezekwesili, Onyemaechi Faith Onyeukwu, Uchenna Francis Umeoguaju, Obiajulu Christian Ezeigwe, Godwin Okwudir. (2016, July), "Comparative Analysis Of Anthropometric Indices Of Obesity As Correlates And Potential Predictors Of Risk For Hypertension And Prehypertension In A Population In Nigeria", CVJ Africa |
| 33 | O.C. Ezeigwe, C.J. Ononamadu, B.N. Enemchukwu, U.F. Umeoguaju, J.C. Okoro. (2015, August), "Antidiabetic And Antidiabetogenic Properties Of The Aqueous Extracts Of Azadirachta Indica Leaves On Alloxan Induced Diabetic Wistar Rats", International Journal of Biosciences, Vol. 7, (Issue 2), pp 116-126 |
| 34 | Alisa C.O, Ezeigwe O. C, Ononamadu C.J , Obasi N. A, Ezem S. N and Okoro J.C. (2015, May), "Effects Of Oral Administration Of Aqueous Extract Of Kuding Leaves On The Weight And Packed Cell Volume (PCV) Of Wistar Albino Rats", International Journal of Pharma Sciences, Vol. 5, (Issue 3), pp 1050-1055 |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | Ezeigwe, O. C., Nwobodo, V. O. G. and Iloanya, E. L.. (2024, June), "Potentials of Ethanol Leaf Extract of C aconitifolius in Phenylhydrazine-induced anemic rats", |
| 2 | Nwobodo V. O.G., Ezeigwe, O. C., Iloanya E. L., Osita, B. N. and Chikezie, G. U.. (2024, December), "Anti-Arthritic Evaluation of Ethanol Extract of Gorontula Fruit in Formalin-Induced Rats", |
| 3 | Nwobodo V. O.G., Ezeigwe, O. C., Iloanya E. L., Osita, B. N. and Chukwudobe, C. B.. (2024, June), "Ethyl acetate leaf fraction of Cnidoscolus aconitifolius attenuates benign prostatic hyperplasia: An in-silico study", |
| 4 | Ezeigwe, O. C. and Okochi, C. V.. (2024, September), "Comparative Minerals and Vitamins Analysis of Cajanus cajan leaves and Chromolaena odorata leaves", |
| 5 | Nwobodo VOG, Ibiam UA, Ezeigwe OC, Ebuka DE, Asogwa KK, Osita BN. (2023, January), "Effects of ethanol leaf extract of Cnidoscolus aconitifolius on some biochemical parameters in testosterone propionate-induced benign prostate hyperplastic rats", , pp 13 |
| 6 | Ezennaya CF, Ezeigwe OC. (2023, January), "A Comparative Study of the Nutritional Composition of Raw, Boiled and Roasted Treculia africana (African Breadfruit)", , pp 16 |
| 7 | Enemchukwu BN, Ezeigwe OC, Iloanya EL, Ebeke OO, Onyedimma EI, Nwali IU, Amadi UB. (2023, April), "Comparative studies of the nutritional, vitamin and mineral composition of some commonly used food spices kin south Eastern part of Nigeria", , pp 36 |
| 8 | Ezekwesili CN, Ezeigwe OC, Asomugha CA, Ekwunife CA, Ekwealor CC, Adindu SC, Orji EC. (2023, April), "Chronic toxicological assessment of aqueous extract of a combination of Nauclea latifolia root and Acalypha torta leaf on the liver, kidney and heart of Wistar rat", , pp 59 |
| 9 | Ezeigwe Obiajulu Christian. (2022, November), "Effect of ethyl acetate fraction of Costus afer on glycaemic control and essential haematological and biochemical indices of streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats", |
| 10 | Ezeigwe OC, Nwobodo VOG, Eduzor CJ. (2021, April), "Effect Of Ethylacetate Fraction Of Crude Ethanol Extract Of Cnidoscolus Aconitifolius On Haematological Parameters Of Phenylhydrazine-induced Anemic Rats", Nigerian Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, pp 64 |
| 11 | Ezeigwe OC, Nwobodo VOG, Anyika CN. (2021, April), "Hepatoprotective Property Of Ethylacetate Fraction Of Crude Ethanol Leaf Extract Of Cnidoscolus Aconitifolius On Phenylhydrazine-induced Anemic Rats", , pp 65 |
| 12 | Enemchukwu BN, Ezeigwe OC, Orinya OF, Nwobodo VOG. (2021, April), "Phytochemical Screening And Antimicrobial Activity Of Ethanol Seed Extract Of Garcinia Kola And Its Combination With Antibiotics Against Clinical Bacterial Pathogens", Nigerian Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, pp 97 |
| 13 | Nwobodo VOG, Udedi SC, Ezeigwe OC and David EE. (2021, April), "Effect Of Methanol Extract Of Leaf Of Costus Afer On Rats Injected With Naja Nigricollis Venom", Nigerian Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, pp 49 |
| 14 | O. C. Ezeigwe, F. C. Ezeonu and C. J. Ononamadu. (2019, August), "Antidiabetic And Modulatory Effect Of Ethanol Extract Of Neem Leaf On Some Biochemical Parameters Of Streptozotocin-induced Diabetic Rats", , pp 16 |
| 15 | Ononamadu C. J, Ihegboro, G. O. Owolarafe, T. A, Jonathan, H. H, Stephen, B, Ezeigwe, O. C.. (2019, August), "In Vitro Investigation Of Potential Antidiabetic Mechanism Of Methanol Extract Of Chromonela Odorata. NSBMB IMSU 2019", Nigerian Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, pp 36 |
| 16 | Igwilo, I. O., Iwualla, L. C., Igwilo, S. N., Agbara, A. C. I., Okpara, C. O and Ezeigwe, C. O. (2019, August), "Proximate Analysis And Antinutrient Composition Of Fresh And Dried Fruits Of Morinda Lucida. NSBMB IMSU 2019", , pp 122 |
| 17 | Obiajulu Christian Ezeigwe, Christopher Onyemeziri Alisa and Josephine Ezekwesili-Ofili. (2018, May), "Effects Of Aqueous Extract Of Kuding Leaves On Cyanide Induced Toxicity And PCV", , pp 121 |
| 18 | Enemchukwu, Benneth Nnanyelugo and Ezeigwe, Obiajulu Christian. (2017, July), "Comparative Studies Of The Inulin And Oligofructan Levels Of Some Selected Food Samples: Plantain, Mango, Ginger, Garlic, Yam And Cocoyam", , pp 2 |
| 19 | Enemchukwu, B. N., Ubaoji, K. I. and Ezeigwe, O. C. (2016, June), "The Effects Of Ethanol Leaf Extract Of Nauclea Latifolia (Ubulu-inu) On Biochemical And Haematological Parameters In Diabetic Rats", , pp 41 |
| 20 | Enemchukwu, Benneth Nnanyelugo, Ubaoji, Kingsley Ikechukwu, Ezeigwe, Obiajulu Christian, Oko, Miriam Odinakachi, Aja, Oti agha. (2016, November), "Nutritional Evaluation And Antimicrobial Effects Of Aqueous Extract Of Unripe Plantain (Musa Paradisiaca) Peel", , pp 83 |
| 21 | Ezeigwe, O. C., Ezeonu, F. C. and Ononamadu, C. J. (2015, July), "Antidiabetic And Antidiabetogenic Properties Of The Ethanol Extract Of Azadirachta Indica Leaves In Alloxan-induced Diabetic Wistar Rats", , pp 2 |
| Other Relevant Publications | |
| 1 | 3) Enemali, M. O., Asogwa, K. K., Ezeigwe, O. C. and Ezenwelu, O. C.. "The Cushioning Effect of Extracts of Amaranthus Viridis Linn (Green Amaranth) on Acetaminophen-Induced Hepatotoxicity", (Research Work, 2024 May) |
| 2 | 4) Alaebo, P. O., Egbuonu, A. C. C., Achi, N. K., Obike, C. A., Ukpabi-Ugo, J. C., Ezeigwe, O. C., Chukwu, U. D., Wisdom, C. E.. "In-vivo antidiabetic potentials and toxicological effect of dennettia tripetala seeds on alloxan-induced diabetic male albino rats", (Research Work, 2024 May) |
| 3 | 2) Anekwe-Nwokeaku, J. O., Morah, E. J., Ezeigwe, O. C., Obi, A. I., Ezeudu, E. C., Nwankwo, N. V.. "Extensive Study on the Pharmaceutical Constituents of the Leaves and Roots of Costus afer (ker)", (Research Work, 2024 June) |
| 4 | 1) Ani, O. N., Ujah, I. I. and Ezeigwe, O. C.. "Phytochemical and Nutritional Profile of Ficus capensis Stem collected from Agbani, Enugu, South East Nigeria", (Research Work, 2024 October) |
| 5 | Ezennaya CF, Ezeigwe OC. "A Comparative Study of the Nutritional Composition of Raw, Boiled and Roasted Treculia africana (African Breadfruit)", (Research Work, 2023 January) |
| 6 | Ezeigwe OC, Okwuenu GN, Chigbo CM, Ekwunoh PO, Okeke CM, Ezennaya CF. "Effect of grilled, parboiled and cooked breadfruit on some biochemical indices of normal Wistar rats", (Research Work, 2023 March) |
| 7 | Ezeigwe OC, Alaebo OP, Ezennaya CF, Okwuenu GN, Iloanya EL, Chukwuemeka UV, Soronnadi VN. "Lipid profiling of Wistar rats fed with processed breadfruit", (Research Work, 2023 March) |
| 8 | Ezeigwe OC, Ezennaya CF, Nwobodo VOG, Okwuenu GN. "Toxicological Assessment of Wistar Rats Fed with Feed fortified with Processed Breadfruit", (Research Work, 2023 April) |
| 9 | Ezeigwe OC, Okwuenu GN, Ani ON. "Hematological Indices of Experimental Rats Fed with Rat Chow fortified with Processed Breadfruits", (Research Work, 2023 April) |
| 10 | Ezekwesili CN, Ezeigwe OC, Asomugha CA, Ekwealor CC, Adindu SC, Orji EC. "Chronic toxicological assessment of aqueous extract of a combination of Nauclea latifolia root and acalypha torta leaf on the liver, kidney and heart of Wistar rat", (Research Work, 2023 May) |
| 11 | Igbokwe GE, Ezeigwe OC, Nwobodo VOG. "C-reactive Protein and Immunological Indices of Lectin Extract from Edible Fungus (Pleurotus tuber-regium) on wounded rats", (Research Work, 2023 May) |
| 12 | 5) Nwuke, C. P., Alaebo, P. O., Achi, N. K., Onyeabo, C. and Ezeigwe, O. C.. "Comparative Studies on Noise Effects on Reproductive Hormones of Wistar Albino Rats and Assessment of Bioaccumulated Heavy Metals from Fumes of a Running Generator", (Research Work, 2023 December) |
| 13 | Ezeigwe Obiajulu Christian, Oladejo Afees Adebayo and Iloanya Ebele Lauretta. "The Impact of Citrus aurantium Fruit Juice on Bodyweight and Haematological Parameters of Wistar Rats", (Research Work, 2022 April) |
| 14 | Obiajulu Christian Ezeigwe, Onuabuchi Nnenna Ani and Michael Chinonso Okafor. "Toxicological Studies of Citrus aurantifolia Fruit Juice in Wistar Rats", (Research Work, 2022 April) |
| 15 | Ezeigwe OC, Okpala CO, Nwobodo VOG, Iloanya EL. "Crude ethanol extract of Ficus capensis leaves ameliorates anemia in phenylhydrazine-induced anaemic rats", (Research Work, 2022 March) |
| 16 | OC Ezeigwe, UC Ogbodo, GN Okwuenu, CF Ezennaya and NH Ifedilichukwu. "Acute and Sub-chronic Toxicological Studies of Citrus aurantium Fruit Juice in Wistar Rats", (Research Work, 2022 April) |
| 17 | BN Enemchukwu, JTC Onwuatuegwu, AC Ofomatah, OC Ezeigwe, OF Orinya, EL Iloanya, CM Okeke, EI Onyedinma. "Biochemical and Haematological Effects of Telfairia occidentalis and Amaranthus viridis Extracts on Anaemic Rats", (Research Work, 2022 March) |
| 18 | BN Enemchukwu, OC Ezeigwe, OF Orinya, EL Iloanya, OO Ebeke, OI Okoro. "Assessment and Evaluation of the Antibacterial Activity of Essential Oils of Capsicum annum, Monodora myristica and Ocimum canum Seeds on Staphylococcus aureus, Bacillus cereus, Escherichia coli and Salmonella typhimurium", (Research Work, 2022 April) |
| 19 | ON Ani, OC Ezeigwe, CA Agbo. "Evaluation of Toxicity effects of ethanol extract of fruit rind of Cucumis metuliferus on the biochemical, haematological and histological parameters of albino rats", (Research Work, 2022 June) |
| 20 | OC Ezeigwe, CO Okpala, MO Enemali, EL Iloanya, CM Chigbo, CM Okeke, CB Okeke, MC Okafor. "Effect of Citrus aurantifolia juice on bodyweight and haematological indices of Wistar rats", (Research Work, 2022 June) |
| 21 | NN Nnadi, CN Ezekwesili, OC Ezeigwe. "Effects of formulated unripe plantain and millet dietary feeds in alloxan-induced diabetic albino rats", (Research Work, 2022 June) |
| 22 | OC Ezeigwe, CF Ezennaya, EL Iloanya, CH Obi, NH Ifedilichukwu, CM Okeke. "Antianaemic property of Ficus capensis leaves and its combination with Cnidoscolus aconitifolius leaves in phenylhydrazine-induced anemic rats", (Research Work, 2022 October) |
| 23 | OC Ezeigwe, DN Onwusulu, CS Adindu, CO Okani, ME Onuegbu. "Effect of ethyl acetate fraction of Costus afer on glycaemic control and essential haematological and biochemical indices of streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats", (Research Work, 2022 October) |
| 24 | 19) Chimaobi J. Ononamadu, Adamu J. Alhassan, Aminu Ibrahim, Abdullahi A. Imam, Godwin O. Ihegboro, Alowonle T. Owolarafe, Obiajulu C. Ezeigwe, Mohamm. "Toxicological Study Of Aqueous-methanol Solvent Fraction Of Methanol Extract Of Dacryodes Edulis Leaves", (Research Work, 2020 June) |
| 25 | Anthony U Onochie, Adaobi Helen Oli, Angus Nnamdi Oli, Obiajulu Christian Ezeigwe, Andrew C. Nwaka, Chukwudi O Okani, Princeston Chukwuemeka Okam, Chi. "The Pharmacobiochemical Effects Of Ethanol Extract Of Justicia Secunda Vahl Leaves In Rattus Norvegicus", (Research Work, 2020 November) |
| 26 | Valentine Osita Godwin Nwobodo, Stanley Chukwudi Udedi, Ifeanyi Jude Ezeonwumelu, Obiajulu Christian Ezeigwe, Chinenye Enoch Oguazu, Ebuka Elijah Davi. "Effect Of Methanol Leaf Extract Of Costus Afer On Rats Injected With Naja Nigricollis Venom. IOSR Journal Of Pharmacy And Biological Sciences", (Research Work, 2020 December) |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Grants | |
|---|---|
| 1 | Awardee: "Award of TETFund Institution Based Research (IBR) Grant" (August, 2022 to February, 2023). Completed sponsored grant by TETFund |
| Reviewerships | |
| 1 | Reviewer, "Assessment of Antihypergycemic Effect of Nut Fractions of Vigna Subterranea on Streptozotocin-Induced Diabetic Rats" (June, 2023) |
| 2 | Reviewer, "A Study of Malaria in Manipur State" (April, 2023) |
| 3 | Reviewer, "Burden of Drug Resistance in vivax Malaria in India - A Brief Update" (April, 2023) |
| 4 | Reviewer, "Comparative Anti-plasmodial and Cytotoxic Effect of the Methanolic Extracts of Leaves, Stem Bark and Roots of Annickia affinis" (February, 2023) |
| 5 | Reviewer, "A Study of Malaria in Haryana State of India" (May, 2023) |
| 6 | Reviewer, "Placenta and Cord Blood Malaria in Mothers and Neonates Attending Federal University Teaching Hospital, Owerri, Imo State South East Nigeria" (May, 2023) |
| 7 | Reviewer, "A Study of Malaria in the Union Territory (U.T.) of Jammu and Kashmir (J & K)" (March, 2023) |
| 8 | Reviewer, "Phytochemical Analysis and In vivo Evaluation of Individual Activity of Ethanolic Leaf Extracts of Azadirachta indica" (September, 2021) |
| 9 | Reviewer, "Toxicity of Azadirachta indica Hydroethanolic Leaf Extract in Adult Drosophila melanogaster (Harwich Strain)" (May, 2021) |
| 10 | Reviewer, "BISPHENOL A DEPLETES THE CELLULAR GLUTATHIONE SYSTEM IN FEMALE WISTAR RATS" (January, 2020) |
| Examinerships | |
| 1 | Examiner, "Masters in Applied Biochemistry" (February, 2024 to August, 2024). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| 2 | Examiner, "Proposal Defence" (September, 2023 to October, 2024). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 3 | Examiner, "Masters Internal Examination" (September, 2019 to December, 2023). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| 4 | Examiner, "Masters Research Proposal in Applied Biochemistry" (July, 2024). Ongoing Internal-Internal Exam |
| Accreditation Panel Memberships | |
| 1 | Member, "Department of Applied Biochemistry Accreditation Committee" (July, 2021) |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Member, "UNIZIK JUPEB BOARD" (February, 2025) |
| 2 | Chairman, "Animal Research Ethics Committee" (January, 2025) |
| 3 | Member, "Faculty of Biosciences Laboratory Management Committee" (February, 2025) |
| 4 | Member, "Faculty of Biosciences Project Monitoring Committee" (February, 2025) |
| 5 | Speaker, "Post-Graduate School-NAU" (August, 2024) |
| 6 | Chairperson, "Animal Research Ethics Committee" (February, 2024) |
| 7 | Chairman, "Department of Applied Biochemistry Post-Graduate Examination Monitoring Committee" (October, 2024) |
| 8 | Secretary, "Department of Applied Biochemistry Post-Graduate Committee" (October, 2024) |
| 9 | Chairman, "Department of Applied Biochemistry Handbook Committee" (October, 2024) |
| 10 | Member, "Department of Applied Biochemistry Dress Code Committee" (April, 2024) |
| 11 | Member, "UNIZIK JUPEB BOARD COMMITTEE" (February, 2024) |
| 12 | Member, "Faculty of Biosciences Infrastructure, Landscape and Development Committee" (February, 2023) |
| 13 | Member, "Faculty of Biosciences Welfare Committee" (February, 2023) |
| 14 | Chairman, "UNIZIK Animal Research Ethics Committee" (May, 2023) |
| 15 | Member, "UNIZIK JUPEB Board Committee" (May, 2023) |
| 16 | Biology Coordinator, "UNIZIK JUPEB" (May, 2023) |
| 17 | Agricultural Science Coordinator, "UNIZIK JUPEB Programme" (May, 2023) |
| 18 | Faculty of Biosciences SIWES Resource Person, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University" (December, 2022) |
| 19 | Chairman, "Animal Research Ethics Committee" (January, 2022) |
| 20 | SPeaker/Trainer, "Registrar's Office-NAU" (January, 2022) |
| 21 | Chairman, "UNIZIK Animal Research Ethics Committee" (February, 2022 to May, 2023) |
| 22 | Chairperson, "Animal Research Ethics Committee" (July, 2021) |
| 23 | Secretary, "Faculty of Biosciences Conference Marking Committee" (March, 2021) |
| 24 | Member, "Department of Applied Biochemistry Accreditation Committee" (July, 2021) |
| 25 | Monitor/Member, "UNIZIK Covid-19 Response/Monitoring Team" (January, 2021) |
| 26 | Member, "Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) Committee" (May, 2021) |
| 27 | Member, "Accreditation Committee-Department of Applied Biochemistry" (July, 2021) |
| 28 | Resource Person, "Faculty of Biosciences SIWES Training" (November, 2021) |
| 29 | Monitor, "UNIZIK Joint Universities Preliminary Examinations Board (JUPEB)" (March, 2021) |
| 30 | Chairman, "UNIZIK Animal Research Ethics Committee" (June, 2021 to February, 2022) |
| 31 | Secretary, "Department of Applied Biochemistry Research Committee" (June, 2020) |
| 32 | Secretary, "Research Committee-Department of Applied Biochemistry" (June, 2020) |
| 33 | Secretary, "Faculty of Biosciences Conference Marking Committee" (June, 2020) |
| 34 | Chairman, "Examination Monitoring Committee" (October, 2019) |
| 35 | Coordinator, "Continuing Education Programme (CEP)-Applied Biochemistry" (July, 2019) |
| 36 | Vice-Chairman, "Animal Research Ethics Committee-Nnamdi Azikiwe University (NAU-AREC)" (October, 2019) |
| 37 | Assistant Post-Graduate Coordinator, "Post-Graduate Programme-Department of Applied Biochemistry" (November, 2019) |
| 38 | Member, "Direct Teaching and Laboratory Costs (DTLC) Committee" (November, 2019) |
| 39 | Member, "Budget Committee - Department of Applied Biochemistry" (November, 2019) |
| 40 | Chairman, "Examination Monitoring Committee-Department of Applied Biochemistry" (October, 2019) |
| 41 | Vice-Chairman, "UNIZIK Animal Research Ethics Committee" (October, 2019) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "Nigerian Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology" - 00175 (member since 2020), https://NSBMB |
| 2 | Full Member, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University Health Research Cluster" (member since 2019), https://Health |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
|---|---|
| 1 | "South East Zonal Symposium of the Nigerian Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology", (Nigerian Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (NSBMB)), 5th April, 2023 to 6th April, 2023; New Lecture Theatre Federal Polytechnic Unwana Afikpo Ebonyi State |
| 2 | "2nd International Bioscience Conference on 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 |
| 3 | "Cardiology Conference", (Scientex Conference), 14th November, 2022 to 15th November, 2022; Paris France |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "Technology and Innovation Exhibition at Eagle Square Abuja, Nigeria", (Federal Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology), 11th March, 2024 to 15th March, 2024; Eagle Square, Abuja |
| 2 | "Effective Training on Supervision of Graduate Research in Nigerian Public Tertiary Institutions", (Thrivent for Tetfund), 15th May, 2023 to 19th May, 2023; Abuja, Nigeria |
| Webinar | |
| 1 | "2nd International Conference on Cardiology", (Scientex Conference), 14th November, 2022 to 15th November, 2022; Zoom |
| Other Events | |
| 1 | "12th Zonal Conference And Symposium On Biochemistry And Molecular Biology: A Tool For Sustainable Health Improvement, Poverty And Hunger Reduction", (Nigerian Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (NSBMB)), 8th April, 2021 to 9th April, 2021; Rhema University, Aba, Nigeria |
| 2 | "Workshop On Animal Care And Use In Research, Education And Testing", (ACURET.ORG), 23rd October, 2019 to 26th October, 2019; IITA Ibadan |
| 3 | "11th Annual South East Zonal Scientific Conference And Symposium On Biochemistry/Molecular Biology And Our Environment: A Challenging Perspective: A Tool For Sustainable Health Improvement, Poverty And Hunger Reduction", (Nigerian Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (NSBMB)), 29th August, 2019 to 30th August, 2019; IMSU, Imo State, Nigeria |
| 4 | "Molecular Research Foundation For Students And Scientists", (Molecular Research Foundation), 27th August, 2019 to 28th August, 2019; Chisco Building, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka |
| 5 | "Improving Students' Academic Performance In JUPEB Examinations", (JUPEB), 3rd December, 2018 to 4th December, 2018; Owerri, Imo State |
| 6 | "Workshop On Effective Teaching Of The New JUPEB Syllabus", (JUPEB), 1st March, 2018 to 1st April, 2018; UNILAG |
| 7 | "Workshop On Techniques In Bioinformatics And Computational Biochemistry Driving Entrepreneurship Through Sme Financing", (Nigerian Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (NSBMB)), 28th August, 2014 to 29th August, 2014; NAU, AWka, Nigeria |
| 8 | "5th South East Zonal Annual Scientific Conference And Symposium On Biochemistry And Molecular Biology: Bridging The Gap In Medical Nutritional And Agricultural Research And Development", (Nigerian Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (NSBMB)), 28th August, 2014 to 29th August, 2014; NAU, Awka, Nigeria |
| 9 | "NYSC/MDGs WAP Agro-Entrepreneural Skill Training", (NYSC), 9th February, 2011 to 18th February, 2011; NYSC Orientation Camp. Kubwa, FCTT |