Dr. Immaculata Ogochukwu Uduchi
Dr. Immaculata Ogochukwu Uduchi is a SENIOR LECTURER in MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE Department, Faculty Of Health Science And Technology in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
My name is Dr. Immaculata O Uduchi,(Nee Ulogu) lecturer 1 in the Department of Medical Laboratory Science, FHST, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus.
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Address: | Medical Laboratory Science, Faculty Of Health Science And Technology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY |
Department/Sub-Unit: | MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE |
Social Profiles
Interest Areas
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | Imo State University, Owerri. (Doctor of Philosophy, September, 2017) May, 2012 to September, 2017 Ph.D MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE (MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY) |
| 2 | Imo State University, Owerri. (Master Degree, August, 2012) March, 2004 to August, 2012 MSc MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE (MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY) |
| 3 | Imo State University, Owerri. (Post-Graduate Degree, March, 2006) March, 2001 to March, 2006 PGD MICROBIOLOGY |
| 4 | Girl’s Secondary School, Awo-idemili, Orsu L.G.A. (SSCE, June, 2003) September, 1986 to June, 2003 SSCE SCIENCES |
| 5 | Federal Polytechnic Nekede, Owerri. (HND, April, 1999) September, 1996 to September, 1998 HND SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY 9BIOLOGY/ MICROBIOLOGY) |
| 6 | Federal Polytechnic Nekede, Owerri. (OND, November, 1996) October, 1993 to December, 1995 OND SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY |
| 7 | Girl’s Secondary School, Awo-idemili, Orsu L.G.A. (SSCE, June, 1992) September, 1986 to June, 1992 SSCE SCIENCES |
| 8 | Community School II Eziawa, Orsu L.G.A. (FSLC, July, 1986) September, 1980 to July, 1986 FSLC UBE |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | MEMBER, APPOINTMENT AS A HALL WARDEN July, 2023 to July, 2025 |
| 2 | SENIOR LECTURER, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY, AKWA,ANAMBRA STATE October, 2022 to Present |
| 3 | Microbiology Specialty Co-ordinator, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Akwa, FHST, Dept. of Medical Lab. Sci., Nnewi Campus February, 2022 to Present |
| 4 | Postgraduate Supervisor, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Akwa, FHST, Dept. of Medical Lab. Sci., Nnewi Campus December, 2021 to Present |
| 5 | Lecturer 1, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Akwa, Nnewi Campus December, 2019 to October, 2022 |
| 6 | Part-Time Lecturer 1 - (Parasitology), School Of Health Technology, Okporo, Orlu. September, 2011 to March, 2020 |
| 7 | Asst. Chief Medical Lab. Scientist (Microbiology Parasitology Dept.), Imo State University Teaching Hospital, Orlu, Nigeria. June, 2004 to November, 2019 |
| 8 | Med. Lab. Scientist (NYSC)., Baptist Grammar School, Isanlu-Isin, Kwara State March, 1999 to February, 2000 |
| 9 | Student on one year Industrial Attachment., Kebbi State Ministry Of Health, General Hospital , Yauri. January, 1996 to December, 1996 |
Creative Output
| Journal Articles | |
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| 1 | Chinyere Charity Ezeanya-Bakpa * , Chidozie V. Udeogu , Nneka Regina Agbakoba, Immaculata O. Uduchi, Chinwe E. Ejike. (2024, March), "Probiotics: Mitigating antibiotic resistance in the vaginal microbiome", Microbes and Infectious Diseases, pp 1-10 |
| 2 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye,* Tochukwu Juliet Ado-Okoye, Chiemeka Michael Emeka, George Uchenna Eleje, Immaculata Ogochukwu Uduchi, Uchechukwu Lilian Okoye. (2024, March), "High pre-and post-treatment Platelet-Neutrophil to Lymphocyte ratio is linked to high mortality risk in Epithelial Ovarian Cancer patients in Southeastern Nigeria", African Journal of Laboratory Haematology and Transfusion Science, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 1-12 |
| 3 | Chiazom Onyedikachi Ezenwafor-Onyeocha , Edith Nonye Nwankwo , Izunna Somadina Okwelogu , Ifeanyi Onyema Oshim and Immaculata Ogochukwu Uduchi. (2023, July), "Insecticidal activity and repellent potential of ocimum gratissimum on tribolium castaneum", GSC Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Vol. 24, (Issue 1), pp 029–035 |
| 4 | Pauline Ukamaka Umeanaeto, Rosemary Nwakego Ugbe, Chinenye Obinna Benjamin, Izunna Somadina Okwelogu, Chidiebere Emmanuel Okechukwu , Immaculata Ogochukwu Uduchi. (2023, April), "Prevalence of Malaria Parasitemia and Perceptions of the Use of Long‑Lasting Insecticide Nets in a Sample of Pregnant Women in a Malaria‑Endemic Nigerian Community", Apollo Medicine, Vol. 20, (Issue 20), pp 1-6 |
| 5 | OBI Chioma Maureen, OSHIM Ifeanyi Onyema , OFORDILE Chukwudi A. , OKWUANASO Blessing Chetachi , OKEKE Monique Ugochukwu , UDUCHI Immaculata Ogochukwu. (2023, March), "BACTERIAL CONTAMINATION AND ANTIBIOGRAM OF ISOLATES FROM THE HANDS OF UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS AND FOMITES AT NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY NNEWI CAMPUS ANAMBRA STATE", Journal of Biomedical Investigation, Vol. 11, (Issue 1), pp 30-33 |
| 6 | IP Ezeugwunne, N Mbachu, PC Arinzechi, EC Ogbodo,*, RA Analike, IO Uduchi, ECO Izuchukwu, NS Nduka, Aikpitanyi-Iduitua GA, Nwanguma DE. (2022, February), "Evaluation of immunoglobulin M and A level in individuals with HIV-TB co-infection in NAUTH, Nnewi", IP Journal of Nutrition, Metabolism and Health Science, Vol. -4, (Issue -4), pp 181–188 |
| 7 | Immaculata O. Uduchi , J. C. Okolie Nnaemeka , Ifeanyi O. C. Obiajuru , Emmanuel Ifeanyi Obeagu *, Cajetan E. Ilo and Jude O. Okoye. (2022, June), "Histopathological Assessment of Organ Impairment of Rattus albus Treated with Selected Medicinal Plants", Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research, Vol. -18, (Issue -2), pp 37-50 |
| 8 | Immaculata O. Uduchi , Okolie Nnaemeka J. C. , Ambrose U. Opara , Cajetan E. Ilo , Emmanuel Ifeanyi Obeagu * and Samuel I. Ogenyi. (2022, June), "Curative and Toxic Effects of Selected Medicinal Plants on Internal Organs of Rattus albus Experimentally Infected with Human Intestinal Parasites", Journal of Advances in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Vol. -24, (Issue -4), pp 28-43 |
| 9 | Chioma Maureen Obi*, Johnosco Nonso Isiogu, Ifeanyi Onyema Oshim, Blessing Chetachi Okwuanaso, Immaculata Ogochukwu Uduchi and Chukwudi Ofordile. (2022, August), "FORMITES IN FUNGAL TRANSMISSION IN COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCE, NNEWI CAMPUS", WORLD JOURNAL OF ADVANCE HEALTHCARE RESEARCH, Vol. -6, (Issue -8), pp 01-05 |
| 10 | O.M. Ochiabuto, N. Iwegbu-Aninye, B.C. Unaeze, O.I. Uduchi.. (2022, June), "SEROPREVALENCE OF TREPONEMA PALLIDUM INFECTION AMONG WOMEN WITH HISTORY OF MISCARRIAGE AND STILLBIRTH IN A FERTILITY HOSPITAL IN NNEWI, NIGERIA.", Journal of Biomedical Investigation, Vol. -10, (Issue -2), pp 103-114 |
| 11 | J C Iwuji, S C Chukwuemeka, E C Ogbodo,*, E E Ogbonye, A K Amah, I O Uduchi, A O Okezie, A A Okebalama. (2022, September), "Antimicrobial activities of sweet orange (Citrus sinensis) juice on isolated Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas spp, and Klebsiella spp", International Journal of Clinical Biochemistry and Research, Vol. 9, (Issue 3), pp 246–249 |
| 12 | Immaculata O. Uduchi *, Jacinta C. Elo-Ilo , Emmanuel C. Ogbodo , Stella N. Kanu and Eric E. Okereke. (2022, October), "Effect of Ethanolic Leaf Extract of Vernonia amygdalina on Haematological Parameters in Albino Rats", Asian Journal of Research in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Vol. 11, (Issue 4), pp 35-44 |
| 13 | Immaculata O. Uduchi*, Cajetan E. Ilo , Stella N. Kanu, Emmanuel C. Ogbodo, Cindy C. Okpalaji, Francisca U. Onwuasoanya. (2022, October), "Medicinal Effects of Sida acuta Ethanolic Extract on Some Haematological Indices in Rattus albus", International Journal of All Research Education and Scientific Methods (IJARESM),, Vol. 10, (Issue 9), pp 1587-1594 |
| 14 | Immaculata O. Uduchi*, Ifeanyi O. C. Obiajuru, Emmanuel C. Ogbodo, Emeka Polycarp Okoro, Declan O. Aguzie. (2022, October), "Effect of Ethanolic Root Extract of Napoleonaea Imperialis on Some Haematological Parameters in Albino Rats", International Journal of Enhanced Research in Medicines & Dental Care (IJERMDC),, Vol. 9, (Issue 10), pp 18-23 |
| 15 | Emmanuel Ifeanyi Obeagu, Quratulain Babar, Immaculata Ogochukwu Uduchi , Adaobi Maryann Ibekwe , Udunma Olive Chijioke, Chukwuma J. Okafor and C. C. N. (2021, August), "Update On Transfusion Related Immunomodulation (TRIM) In A Time Of COVID- 19 Pandemic", Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International, Vol. -33, (Issue -42), pp 135-146 |
| 16 | *Emmanuel Ifeanyi Obeagu, Quratulain Babar, C.C.N. Vincent, Confidence Ogechi Anyanwu and Immaculata Ogochukwu Uduchi. (2021, July), "ADVANCES IN THERAPEUTIC STRATEGIES OF IMMUNOTHERAPY IN CANCER TREATMENT", WORLD JOURNAL OF PHARMACY AND PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES, Vol. -10, (Issue -8), pp 2144-2164 |
| 17 | Emmanuel Ifeanyi Obeagu, Quratulain Babar, C. C. N. Vincent, Chukwuma J. Okafor, Richard Eze, Udunma Olive Chijioke , Adaobi Maryann Ibekwe and Immacu. (2021, August), "Pulmonary Embolism In Covid-19 Pandemic: A Threat To Recovery Of The Infected Patients", Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International, Vol. -33, (Issue -42), pp 90-98 |
| 18 | Emmanuel Ifeanyi Obeagu,Quratulain Babar, and Immaculata Ogochukwu Uduchi. (2021, July), "PROTEIN C: A MISSING LINK IN THE SUSCEPTIBILITY AND SEVERITY OF SICKLE CELL ANAEMIA", J.Bio.Innov (ISSN 2277-8330), Vol. 10, (Issue 4), pp 1067-1077 |
| 19 | E.I. Obeagu, A.I. Busari, I.O. Uduchi, I.A. Ogomaka, A.M Ibekwe, C.C.N. VINCENT, U.O. Chijioke, C.J. Okafor, H.U. Okoroiwu, and C.N. Adike.. (2021, September), "Age-Related Haematological Variation In Patients With Asymptomatic Malaria In Akure, Ondo State, Nigerian", Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International, Vol. -33, (Issue -42), pp 218-224 |
| 20 | Jacinta C. Elo – Ilo, Immaculata O. Uduchi, Cajetan E. Ilo and Ifeanyi O. C. Obiajuru. (2019, January), "IN VIVO TESTING OF THE EFFECTS OF MEDICINAL PLANTS ON ALBINO RATS EXPERIMENTALLY INFECTED WITH INTESTINAL PARASITES", EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PHARMACEUTICAL AND MEDICAL RESEARCH, Vol. -6, (Issue -1), pp 538-552 |
| 21 | Ifeanyi OC Obiajuru, Immaculata O Uduchi. (2017, March), "Incidence Rate For HIV And Viral Hepatitis Co-infection Amongst Patients Attending Anti-retroviral Clinic In ORLU, Imo State, South Eastern Nigeria", Nursing & Care Open Access Journal, Vol. -2, (Issue -14), pp 041-042 |
| 22 | Ifeanyi Odidika Clifford Obiajuru, Chidinma Adanna Ikpeama, Immaculata Ogochukwu Uduchi. (2017, August), "Assessment Of Glycosuria And Bacterial Infections Amongst Prolonged – Healing Orthopaedic Wound Patients In Hospitals Within Imo State South Eastern Nigeria", American Journal of Laboratory Medicine, Vol. -2, (Issue -3), pp 34-40 |
| 23 | Immaculata O. Uduchi, Okolie Nnaemeka J. C, Ambrose U. Opara and Jacinta C. Elo – Ilo. (2017, December), "Survival Of Human Intestinal Parasites In Experimentally Infected Laboratory Animals In Orlu, South Eastern Nigeria", South pacific Journal of Pharma and Bio Science, Vol. -5, (Issue -1), pp 042-052 |
| 24 | Ifeanyi O. C. Obiajuru, Chidinma A. Ikpeama, Chinyere N. Ohalete and Immaculata O. Uduchi. (2017, August), "Teething Problems And The Influence Of Microbial Infections", Interdisciplinary Journal of Nursing and Critical Care, Vol. -1, (Issue -1), pp 1-6 |
| 25 | Ifeanyi O. C. Obiajuru, *, Chidinma A. Ikpeama, Immaculata O. Uduchi. (2015, December), "Microbiological Quality And Antibiotic Susceptibility Of Isolates From Fish And Poultry Feeds", American Journal of Life Sciences, Vol. -3, (Issue -6), pp 402-407 |
| 26 | N. J. Okolie, Ulogu I.O., Oboma Y. I. (2014, January), "A Survey of the Prevalence of Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C Antibodies amongst HIV Positive Patients in Tertiary Health Institution in South Eastern Nigeria", Scholars Journal of Applied Medical Sciences (SJAMS), Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 757-761 |
| 27 | ULOGU, I. O., OBIAJURU, I. O. C., and EKEJINDU, I. M.. (2007, January), "Prevalence Of Trichomoniasis Amongst Women In Nnewi, Anambra State, Nigeria", Nigerian Journal of Parasitology, Vol. -28, (Issue -1), pp 6-10 |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Reviewerships | |
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| 1 | Reviewer, "A Review on Anti-bacterial Activity of Arka Thaila Against Staphylococcus aureus: A Comprehensive Analysis" (November, 2023) |
| 2 | Reviewer, "Effect of Tick-Borne Haemoparasitic Diseases on Haematological Parameters of Small Ruminants Managed Under Semi-intensive System in Wukari Town Taraba State Nigeria" (December, 2023) |
| Examinerships | |
| 1 | Examiner, "MSc. Research Project External defence" (April, 2024 to April, 2024). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 2 | Examiner, "APPOINTMENT AS AN INTERNAL-EXTERNAL EXAMINER" (February, 2024 to February, 2024). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 3 | Examiner, "APPOINTMENT AS INTERNAL EXAMINER" (January, 2024 to January, 2024). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| 4 | Chief Examiner, "PROPOSAL DEFENCE" (April, 2023 to April, 2023). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| 5 | Examiner, "APPOINTMENT AS EXTERNAL EXAMINER" (November, 2023 to November, 2023). Completed External Exam |
| 6 | Chief Examiner, "Msc. proposal Defence" (July, 2023 to July, 2023). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| 7 | Examiner, "MSc. Proposal Defence" (December, 2022 to December, 2022). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 8 | Examiner, "Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria Foreign Graduate Registration Qualifying Examination" (January, 2022 to January, 2022). Completed External Exam |
| 9 | Chief Examiner, "Final year Professional Medical Laboratory Technician’s Examination and Research Defence." (April, 2022 to April, 2022). Completed External Exam |
| 10 | Chief Examiner, "Final year Professional Medical Laboratory Technician’s Examination and Research (Project) Defence." (April, 2021 to April, 2021). Completed External Exam |
| 11 | Examiner, "Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria Foreign Graduate Mock Examination" (November, 2021 to November, 2021). Completed External Exam |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Member, "APPOINTMENT AS A BIOTECHNOLOGY CENTRE" (February, 2024) |
| 2 | Member, "APPOINTMENT AS A MEMBER OF SANITATION COMMITTEE" (July, 2023) |
| 3 | DEPARTMENTAL LIAISON OFFICER, "APPOINTMENT AS A DEPARTMENTAL LIAISON OFFICER (STUDENTS' AFFAIRS)" (August, 2023) |
| 4 | Member, "APPOINTMENT AS A MEMBER OF LIAISON FOR PENSION,MORTAGE,CO-OPERATIVE SOCIETIES, ASUU COMMITTEE" (June, 2023) |
| 5 | Microbiology Specialty Co-ordinator., "Dept. of Medical Lab. Sci., FHST, Nnamdi Azikiwe University ,Akwa, Nnewi Campus." (February, 2022) |
| 6 | Academic Adviser, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Akwa, FHST, Dept. of Medical Lab. Sci., Nnewi Campus" (June, 2021) |
| 7 | FULL MEMBER, "Member, Center for Counselling and Career Development (CCCD), FHST, NAU, Akwa." (August, 2021) |
| 8 | PG Supervisor/Lecturer, "Appointment as Postgraduate Supervisor, College of Postgraduate Studies, NAU, Akwa." (December, 2021) |
| 9 | Academic Adviser, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Akwa, Nnewi Campus" (December, 2019) |
| 10 | PRESIDENT, "CATHOLIC WOMEN ORGANIZATION, ST. CAMILLUS CATHOLIC CHAPLAINCY,IMUSTH, UMUNA, ORLU" (January, 2018 to January, 2022) |
| 11 | CHAIR PERSON, "St.Cecilia's Choir, St. Camillus Catholic Chaplaincy, IMSUTH, UMUNA, Orlu." (February, 2007 to February, 2009) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Associate Member, "Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria (AMLSN)" - RA(MLS): 8540. (member since 2002), http://www.mlscn.gov.ng |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "WEST AFRICAN POSTGRADUATE COLLEGE OF MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE (WAPCMLS)", (WAPCMLS), 19th April, 2023 to 21st April, 2023; UNIVERSITY OF BENIN, NIGERIA |
| 2 | "Antibiotic Discourse & Overcoming Challenges To Good Laboratory Practice In Resource Limited Setting.", (AMLSM-GSK), 13th May, 2016 to 13th May, 2016; Festac, Lagos |
| 3 | "Career Advancement And Progression In Medical Laboratory Practice", (AMLSN , IMO STATE), 9th August, 2014 to 9th August, 2014; OWERRI, IMO STATE |
| 4 | "AGM/Scientific Conference Of The Association Of Med. Lab Scientist Of Nigeria", (AMLSN AND MLSCN), 20th August, 2007 to 26th August, 2007; ILORIN, NIGERIA |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "Counselling And Career Development Center Training.", (Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.), 18th August, 2021 to 20th August, 2021; FHST, NAU , Nnewi Campus |
| 2 | "Emerging Technologies And Tomorrow’s Medical Lab. Science Practice.", (AMLSN Imo State), 11th December, 2019 to 12th December, 2019; FMC, Owerri Imo State |
| 3 | "Emerging And Re-Emerging Infectious Diseases: Diagnostic Challenges", (AMLSN ,IMO STATE.), 23rd November, 2016 to 25th November, 2016; National Lab. Training Centre, FMC Owerri |
| 4 | "Medical Lab. Practice In An Ever Increasing Automated But Unsafe Environment", (AMLSN , ORLU ZONE, IMO STATE), 21st March, 2015 to 21st March, 2015; ORLU IMO STATE |
| 5 | "CPD Work Shop On Career Advancement And Progression In Medical Laboratory Practice", (AMLSN, IMO STATE), 9th August, 2014 to 9th August, 2014; OWERRI, IMO STATE |
| 6 | "Current Trends In Medical Laboratory Practice", (Guild of Medical Lab. Directors, Imo State.), 13th June, 2014 to 14th June, 2014; Owerri, Imo State |
| 7 | "Genexpert Laboratory User Training", (Center for Clinical Care and Clinical Research, Nigeria), 4th February, 2014 to 6th February, 2014; IMSUTH, ORLU. |
| 8 | "CPD Work Shop On Enterpruenueship In Medical Laboratory Practice", (AMLSN, ORLU ZONE), 9th November, 2013 to 9th November, 2013; ORLU, IMO STATE |
| 9 | "CPD Work Shop On Advancing Quality Laboratory Practice In Nigeria", (AMLSN, IMO STATE .), 23rd May, 2013 to 23rd May, 2013; National Laboratory Training Centre, FMC, OWERRI, IMO STATE. |
| 10 | "Advanced Training On Installation, Instrument And Software Operation And Troubleshooting Of PARTEC Cyflow Counter.", (PARTEC GERMANY AND IHVN), 15th February, 2010 to 19th February, 2010; IHVN Laboratory Training Center, Asokoro, Abuja |
| 11 | "General Lab. Practice, HIV Rapid Testing, Quality Assurance Procedures And Equipment Maintenance For Lab. Personnels", (Institute of Human Virology, Nigeria), 8th September, 2008 to 12th September, 2008; IHVN South Regional Training Center, UBTH-Benin |
| 12 | "IHVN Training On Early Infant Diagnosis Of HIV.", (INSTITUTE OF HUMAN VIROLOGY NIGERIA), 14th July, 2008 to 16th July, 2008; IHVN-Training Center Benin |
| Seminars | |
| 1 | "Cellular Basic Of Life: Human Fertility, Infections And Diseases", (AMLSN Orlu Zone), 7th February, 2019 to 7th February, 2019; ORLU, Imo State |
| 2 | "International Biomedical Laboratory Science Day Commomeration On Antibiotic Resistance: Biomedical Scientist Respond To The Global Threat.", (AMLSN , ORLU ZONE, IMO STATE), 20th June, 2017 to 20th June, 2017; ORLU, IMO STATE |
| 3 | "Advocacy Meeting On EQA.", (MLSCN, Bio-Rad Inc, USA and Pinecrest HealthCare Nig. Ltd), 19th April, 2016 to 19th April, 2016; Independence Layout, Enugu |