Mr. Joseph Obinna Enyinnaya
Mr. Joseph Obinna Enyinnaya is a LECTURER II in PARASITOLOGY AND ENTOMOLOGY Department, Faculty Of Bio-sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
Joseph Obinna Enyinnaya is an Lecturer II specialized in Public Health Parasitology. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Parasitology and Entomology from Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (2015). His research interest includes Neglected Tropical Diseases(NTDs), Parasite Genomics and Bioinformatics and Epidemiology of infectious diseases. He is Skilled in Bioinformatics, Microsoft Office Excel, Public Speaking, Teamwork, Leadership and Team Leadership. He is a strong education professional with an M.Sc. in Public Health Parasitology from the Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.
Personal Information
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Address: | Parasitology And Entomology, Faculty Of Bio-sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF BIO-SCIENCES |
Department/Sub-Unit: | PARASITOLOGY AND ENTOMOLOGY |
Social Profiles
Interest Areas
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University. (Master Degree, August, 2023) October, 2019 to August, 2023 M.Sc. Public Health Parasitology |
| 2 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Bachelor Degree, July, 2015) October, 2011 to July, 2015 B.Sc. Parasitology And Entomology |
| 3 | Eti-Osa Community Senior High School, Sangotedo, Nigeria. (SSCE, September, 2007) April, 2007 to June, 2007 West Africa Senior School Certificate |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Lecturer 2, Nnamdi Azikiwe University August, 2024 to Present |
| 2 | Assistant Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University August, 2023 to August, 2024 |
| 3 | Graduate Assistant, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka August, 2019 to August, 2023 |
| 4 | Financial Sales Advisor, Custodian Life Assurance Limited September, 2018 to August, 2019 |
| 5 | Principal, De Crown Schools, Lagos September, 2017 to September, 2018 |
| 6 | Library/ Administrative Officer- NYSC, University Of Ilorin, Ilorin June, 2016 to May, 2017 |
| 7 | Laboratory Assistant, J-Rapha Hospital, Lagos June, 2014 to December, 2014 |
Creative Output
| Journal Articles | |
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| 1 | Akpan M. N., Afia U. U., Imakwu C. A., Enyinnaya J. O., and Inyang U. J.. (2025, March), "Prevalence, Intensity and Risk Factors of Urinary Schistosomiasis amongst Primary School Pupils in Ishieke of Ebonyi Local Government Area, Ebonyi State, Nigeria", Journal of Biological Sciences and Molecular Research, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 56-70 |
| 2 | Omojo Omale Joy, Onyido Angus E., Egbuche Chukwudi Michael, Enyinnaya Joseph Obinna, Amoke Ofoma Cornelius, and Obiakor Ugochukwu Anthony.. (2024, September), "Prevalence, Risk Factors, Knowledge and Hygiene Practices Regarding Intestinal Parasitic Infections among Orphanage Children in Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria", South Asian Journal of Parasitology, Vol. 7, (Issue 4), pp 302-312 |
| 3 | Idigo M. A., Anayaegbunam L. C., Ekesioba A. O., & Enyinnaya J. O.. (2024, June), "Phytochemical Composition and Repellent Activities of Selected Botanical Extracts Against Cowpea Weevil for Natural Preservation of Cowpea Seeds", Tropical Journal of Applied Natural Sciences, Vol. 2, (Issue 2) |
| 4 | Idigo M. A., Anayaegbunam L. C., Ekesioba A. O., Enyinnaya J. O., & Ikeh R. E. (2024).. (2024, September), "Some haematological and biochemical changes in albino rats in response to biopesticide used against Callosobruchus maculatus (Fab.) on Vigna unguiculata (L.)", Acta Entomology and Zoology, Vol. 5, (Issue 2), pp 185-189 |
| 5 | Egbuche C. M., Enyinnaya J. O., Nwankwo E. N. and Okonkwo N. J.. (2023, April), "Screening of Locally Available Lemon Grass (Cymbopogon citratus) for Repellency Action against Aedes aegypti", The Bioscientist, Vol. 11, (Issue 2), pp 180-193 |
| 6 | Okafor, D. C., Ekwunife, C. A., Ahanonu, G. E., Enyinnaya, J. O. and Egbuche, C. M.. (2023, November), "Occurrence of Intestinal Parasite Infections among Presumptive Pulmonary Tuberculosis Patients Attending COOUTH Amaku, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria", South Asian Journal of Parasitology, Vol. 6, (Issue 3), pp 125-134 |
| 7 | C.M Egbuche, A.E Onyido, P.U Umeanaeto, E.N Nwankwo, I.F Omah, C.B Ukonze, J.J Okeke, C.K Ezihe, K.C Irikannu, M.I. (2020, September), "Anopheles Species Composition And Some Climatic Factors That Influence Their Survival And Population Abundance In Anambra East LGA, Anambra State, Nigeria", Nigerian Journal of Parasitology, Vol. 41, (Issue 2), pp 240-250, DOI: 10.4314/njpar.v41i2.17 |
| Projects | |
| 1 | Enyinnaya Joseph Obinna. (2015, August), "Survey Of Mosquito Species In Agbana-Ifite, Awka South Local Government Area, Anambra State, Nigeria". |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | Nzeukwu C.I., Enyinnaya J. O., Irikannu K. C., Nweke G. C.. (2024, June), "Laboratory Studies on Mosquito Larvicidal Efficacy of Aqueous & Hexane Extracts of Turmeric (Curcuma longa) on Aedes aegypti Larvae.", Book of Abstract of the 3rd International Bioscience Conference. Faculty of Biosciences, Nnmadi Azikiwe University |
| 2 | Enyinnaya J. O., Chukwudi M. C., Umeanor B. C.. (2024, December), "Bioefficacy of Zingeber officinale and Curcuma longa aqueous extracts against Callosobruchus maculatus infesting cowpea", Book of Abstracts, TCE-BEAT/Faculty of Biosciences Maiden International Conference, Nnamdi Azikiwe University |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Grants | |
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| 1 | Collaborator: "Institution Based Research (IBR)" (August, 2022 to November, 2023). Completed sponsored grant by TETFund |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Staff Advisor, "Malaria Eradication and Safe Health Initiative (MESHI) NAU Chapter" (January, 2025) |
| 2 | Member, "Faculty ICT and Digital Innovation Committee (Faculty of Biosciences)" (February, 2025) |
| 3 | Member, "Utility Management Committee (Faculty of Biosciences)" (February, 2025) |
| 4 | Assistant II, "Department of Parasitology and Entomology Committee on Undergraduate Seminar and Project" (December, 2024) |
| 5 | Coordinator, "Department of Parasitology and Entomology (Departmental SIWES Coordinator)" (December, 2024) |
| 6 | Year 2 Advisor, "Department of Parasitology and Entomology (Committee on Academic Advising)" (December, 2024) |
| 7 | ICT Officer II, "Department of Parasitology and Entomology (Departmental ICT Officers)" (December, 2024) |
| 8 | Secretary, "Department of Parasitology and Entomology (Departmental Digital Innovation Committee)" (December, 2024) |
| 9 | Member, "Department of Parasitology and Entomology (Repairs and Maintenance Committee)" (December, 2024) |
| 10 | Member, "Department of Parasitology and Entomology (Departmental Seminar Series)" (December, 2024) |
| 11 | ICT Officer, "Department of Parasitology and Entomology" (October, 2022) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "Parasitology and Public Health Society of Nigeria (PPSN)" - PPSN/SE/2020/0624 (member since 2020), https://ppsn.org.ng/home.php |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "TCE-BEATS/FBS MAIDEN INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE 2024", (TETFund Centre of Excellence for Biomedical, Engineering and Agricultural Translational Studies (TCE-BEATS) in collaboration with Faculty of Bioscience, Nnamdi Azikiwe University), 10th December, 2024 to 11th December, 2024; Faculty of Bioscience NEEDS Assessment Hall, Nnamdi Azikiwe University |
| 2 | "3rd International Bioscience Conference", (Faculty of Bioscience), 18th June, 2024 to 20th June, 2024; ASUU NAU Secretariat Complex, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria. |
| 3 | "Insect Science: A Veritable Tool For Job Creation And Sustainable Development", (Entomology Society of Nigeria), 10th October, 2016 to 13th October, 2016; University of Ilorin |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "Basic Molecular Techniques Workshop", (TETFund Centre of Excellence for Biomedical, Engineering and Agricultural Translational Studies (TCE-BEATS) in collaboration with Molecular Research Foundation for Students and Scientists (MRFSS)), 20th November, 2024 to 23rd November, 2024; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria |
| 2 | "Metagenomics in infectious disease research: techniques, application, challenges, and prospects", (German Academic Exchange Services (DAAD)), 19th June, 2024 to 21st June, 2024; Awka/Nigeria |
| 3 | "Introduction To Bioinformatics", (Pan Africa Bioinformatic Network for H3Africa), 12th May, 2020 to 20th August, 2020; University of Cape Town's online collaboration and learning system-Vula |
| 4 | "Malaria, A Public Health Problem In Nigeria", (German Academic Exchange Services (DAAD)), 5th February, 2020 to 8th February, 2020; Awka, Anambra State |