Dr. Benjamin Uzonna Ononye

Dr. Benjamin Uzonna Ononye is a LECTURER I in ZOOLOGY Department, Faculty Of Bio-sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University

Dr. Benjamin Uzonna Ononye

Staff Profile

My name is Ononye, Benjamin Uzonna, a Lecturer in the Department of Zoology, Faculty of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. I am a professional beekeeper in Nigeria. I had a second-class upper division with a CGPA of 4.44 out of 5.00 in my first-degree studies in the Department of Zoology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka hence was the best in the Entomology option class. I also had an excellent performance during my Master of Science degree studies in Entomology in the Department of Zoology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka and was the best in my class with a CGPA of 4.86 out of 5.00. I have a very strong background in data analysis and research

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

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Interest Areas

Apiculture Biomedicine Entomology Pest Management Zoology

Academic Qualifications

Degrees / Basic Certificates
1NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY, AWKA. (Doctor of Philosophy, November, 2023)
February, 2019 to November, 2023
PhD Zoology (Entomology)
2Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Master Degree, July, 2018)
December, 2015 to April, 2018
M.Sc ZOOLOGY
3National Open University Of Nigeria. (Post-Graduate Degree, August, 2016)
February, 2015 to December, 2015
PGDE
4Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Bachelor Degree, August, 2013)
October, 2009 to August, 2013
B.Sc ZOOLOGY
5Devans Comprehensive Secondary School, Oba. (NECO, July, 2007)
September, 2001 to July, 2007
6Devans Creative Nur. /Pri. School Oba. (FSLC, September, 2001)
September, 1996 to September, 2001

Relevant/Working Experience

1Special Assistant to the Director, RESEARCH AND INNOVATIONS, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY, AWKA
November, 2023 to Present
2Sandwich Coordinator, Department of Zoology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
October, 2023 to Present
3Project Coordinator, Department of Zoology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
October, 2023 to Present
4LECTURER 1, Department of Zoology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
October, 2023 to Present
5Lecturer II, Department Of Zoology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
December, 2020 to Present
6Asst. Lecturer, Department Of Zoology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
December, 2019 to December, 2020
7Biology Instructor, JUPEB, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
November, 2019 to March, 2020
8Editorial board member, American Journal Of Zoology (AJZ)
December, 2018 to Present
9Teacher and Chairman Health Committee, Government Secondary School, Lemoro, Bassa Plateau State
August, 2014 to July, 2015

Creative Output

Journal Articles
1Okeke, T.E., Ewuim, S.C., Ononye, B.U., Chukwudebelu, A.E. and Mbelede, K.C.. (2024, February), "Efficiency of Different Techniques in Collecting Insects in Environments Exposed to Palm Oil and Spent Engine Oil Effluents in Abakiliki, Ebonyi State", Asian Journal of Research in Zoology, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 47-57
2Okeke, T. E., Ewuim, S.C., Ononye, B.U., Mbelede, K. C. and Chukwudebelu, A. E.. (2024, February), "Insect Abundance in Soils Contaminated with Palm Oil Mill and Spent Engine Oil Effluents and Their Relationship to Ambient Microclimate", Asian Journal of Biology, Vol. 20, (Issue 2), pp 7-13
3Okeke, T. E., Ewuim, S. C., Uhuo, C. A., Ononye, B. U., Akunne, C. E. and Okafor, K. P.. (2024, February), "Evaluating the ecological consequences of heavy metal contamination in soil induced by spent engine oil and palm oil mill effluents for sustainable development", Sustainable Social Development, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 1-10
4Ogbuefi, E. O., Ononye, B. U., Umeh, B. C., Emma-Ogbuefi, O. V., Chidi-Okeke, C. A., & Eneje, F. M.. (2023, April), "Mosquito Survey and the Difficulties of Long Lasting Insecticide Nets Usage in Ifite Awka, Awka South LGA, Anambra State Nigeria", Journal of Clinical Epidemiology and Public Health, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 1-6
5Ononye, B. U., Akunne, C. E., Edeh, I. C., Okeke, T. E., Ekejiuba, E. E., Chidi, C. A., ... & Chude, C. F. (2023).. (2023, February), "Influence of Hive Cover Modifications and Ambient Microclimate on Colonization of African Honeybees in Awka, Nigeria.", Asian Journal of Research in Zoology, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 20-29
6Ononye, B. U., Udeagulu, C. T., Akunne, C. E., Onyewuchi, K. C., Mbelede, K. C., Chidi, C. A., Ekwebene, O. C., Akubukor, F.C., Okafor, K. P., Offorbuike, I., Ayaegbunam, S. E. and & Obiefule, I. E.. (2023, February), "Effect of the Golden Liquid from Honeybees and Refined Granulated Sugar on the Blood Glucose and Serum Iron Levels of Albino Rats", Asian Journal of Research in Zoology, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 30-36
7Ononye, B. U., Akunne, C.E., Ogbuefi, E.O., Okeke, T.E., Okafor, K.P., Azaka, E.I., Obiyo, G.E. Aniefuna, C.O., Akwuaka, P.C. and Chidi, C.A.. (2023, August), "Effect of Improved Hive Cover Designs on Internal Microclimate and Colony Establishment of West African Honeybees (Apis mellifera adansonii L.) in Awka, Nigeria", Journal of Applied Life Science International, Vol. 25, (Issue 5), pp 1-16
8Mbelede, K.C. Akunne, C.E., Ononye, B.U., Chidi, C. A., Okafor, K.P., Okeke, T.E. and Aniefuna, C. O.. (2023, November), "Diversity of Insects of Two Rice (Oryza sativa L. 1787) Farms in Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria", Asian Journal of Biology, Vol. 19, (Issue 3), pp 44-56
9Oboho, D. E., Essien , R. A., Mbong , E. O., Akpan , H. D., Nelson , A. U., Ononye, B. U., John , U. I., & Eyo , J. E.. (2023, March), "Toxic Effects of Methanolic Extracts of Plants Leaves on the Mortality and Enzymatic Parameters of Callosobruchus maculatus Fab. (Coleoptera: Bruchidae) Juveniles.", Asian Journal of Research in Zoology, Vol. 6, (Issue 2), pp 1-10
10V. O. Offor, A. N. Ufele , B. U. Ononye, U.C. Aghalu , P. I. Afoemezie , E. I. Azaka and C. F. Chude. (2023, May), "Effects of Aloe barbadensis and Cymbopogon citratus on Blood Glucose Levels of Alloxan–Induced Diabetic Albino Rats", Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research, Vol. 21, (Issue 3), pp 44-51
11Edeh, I. C., Olise, C. S., Ononye, B. U., Ikechukwu, C. C., Nwankwo, C. G., & Okoli, I. K.. (2022, December), "Nutraceutical Role of Honey and Garlic (Allium sativum) on Haematological and Plasma-Antioxidant Profile of African Catfish (Clarias gariepinus).", Asian Journal of Biology, 16(3), 43-52., Vol. 16, (Issue 3), pp 43-52.
12Emmanuel I. Nnamonu, Ogonna C. Ani, Love C. Okafor, Godwin C. Nwosu, Obiageli A. Okeke, Pauline N. Ikwuegbu, Chukwudi P. Ota, Chukwuemeka F. Egwim, Chukwuemeka L. Agu and Benjamin U. Ononye. (2022, February), "Perception and Practices of COVID-19 in Rural Areas of Southeastern Nigeria: A Community-based Cross-sectional Survey", Annual Research & Review in Biology, Vol. 37, (Issue 2), pp 20-32
13Ononye, B. U., Kalu, C. R., Okeke, T. E., Akunne, C. E., Onyewuchi, K. C., Okafor, K. P., & Oboho, D. E.. (2022, April), "Growth Performance of Albino Rats Orally Administered with Honey from Apis mellifera adansonii and Refined Sugar at Varying Levels", Annual Research & Review in Biology, Vol. 37, (Issue 3), pp 41-48
14Edeh, I.C., Nsofor, C.I., Nnabuife, D.C., Ikechukwu, C.C., Ononye, B.U. and Umeaniebue, A.C.. (2022, January), "Utilization of Natural Honey on Wound Healing in African Catfish Clarias gariepinus (Burchell, 1822) (Siluriformes: Clariidae)", Journal of Aquatic Sciences, Vol. 37, (Issue 1), pp 9-16
15Mbelede, K. C., Ikeh, I.M., & Ononye, B.U.. (2021, April), "Isolation Of Parasitic And Fungal Organisms Associated With Leachates In Some Selected Dumpsites In Awka Metropolis, Anambra State.", South Asian Journal of Parasitology, Vol. 5, (Issue 4), pp 15-21
16Okeke, O. P., Yusuf, K. O., Ononye, B. U., Udeh, N. P., & Ndudim, G. C.. (2021, May), "Evaluation Of The Microbial Contamination Of Some Snacks: A Case Study Of Lagos Mainland, Lagos State, Nigeria", Unknown Journal or Publisher
17Gbarakoro, T.N., Ochekwu, E.B., Abajue, M.C., Ononye, B.U. and Teteg, L.. (2021, August), "Beneficial Insects Visiting Florals Of Hamelia Patens Rubiaceae (Jacq.) At A University Landscape In Nigeria", Asian Journal of Environment & Ecology, Vol. 16, (Issue 2), pp 10-19
18Ezeokoli, C. M., Anyamene, C. O., Ugwuoji, E. T., Ezemba, C. C., & Ononye, B. U.. (2021, December), "Isolation And Characterization of Bacteria Associated with Waste-Water from Hair-Dressing Salons in Awka Metropolis", Journal of Global Ecology and Environment, Vol. 13, (Issue 4), pp 185-191
19Gbarakoro, T.N., Ochekwu, E.B., Abajue, M.C., Ononye, B.U. and Teteg, L.. (2021, August), "Beneficial Insects Visiting Florals of Hamelia Patens Rubiaceae (Jacq.) at a University Landscape in Nigeria,", Asian Journal of Environment & Ecology, Vol. 16, (Issue 2), pp 10-19
20Anumba, I. A., Akunne, C. E., Ononye, B. U., & Chidi, C. A.. (2020, December), "Assessment On Colonization, Absconding And Honey Yield By African Honeybee Colonies Reared In Hives With Different Colours In Awka, South-Eastern Nigeria.", Unknown Journal or Publisher
21Okeke, O. P., Ononye, B. U., Imakwu, C. A., Uzochukwu, C. U., Amana, G. U., Udeh, N. P., Eyo, J.E., Okafor, F. C. & Aniekwe, M.I.. (2020, December), "The Reliability Of Some Biochemical And Haematological Parameters In Predicting Uncomplicated Malaria Parasite Infection Among Children In Anambra State, Nigeria.", Unknown Journal or Publisher
22Okeke, O. P., Ononye, B. U., Imakwu, C. A., Uzochukwu, C. U., Amana, G. U., Udeh, N. P., Aniekwe, M.I., Eyo, J.E. & Okafor, F. C. (2020).A., Uzoch. (2020, December), "Malaria And Nutritional Status Of Children In Anambra State, Nigeria.", Unknown Journal or Publisher
23Okeke, O. P., Okeke, J. J., Orjiagu, E. V., Ononye, B. U., Udeh, N., Ike, I. M., & Imakwu, C. A.. (2020, December), "A Survey On The Ectoparasites And Haemoparasites Of Bats Trapped In Ogbunike Caves, Anambra State, Nigeria", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 4, (Issue 4), pp 52-56
24Ekwebene, O. C., Ogbuagu, C. N., Ononye, B. U., & Orji, A. E.. (2020, September), "Ecological Survey Of Man-Biting Mosquitoes In Nnewi Metropolis South-East Nigeria.", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 2, (Issue 5), pp 1-7
25Ononye, B.U. and Akunne, C. E.. (2019, March), "Microclimate, Colonization, Colony Strength And Absconding Of Apis Mellifera Adansonii Reared In Hives With Modified Entrances", Journal of Apiculture, Vol. 34, (Issue 2), pp 117~123
26Okeke, T. E., Ewuim, S. C., Akunne, C. E., & Ononye, B.U.. (2019, January), "Survey Of Edible Insects In Relation To Their Habitat And Abundance In Awka And Environ", International Journal of Entomology Research, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 17–21
27Akunne C.E.; Okeke, E.M. and Ononye, B.U.. (2018, December), "Toxicity Of Root Powder Of Derris Elliptica For The Control Of Kola Weevil, Balanogastris Kolae In The Stored Kolanut", Advances in Bioscience and Bioengineering, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 1-11
28Ononye, B.U. and Akunne, C. E.. (2017, November), "The Effects Of Time And Beehive Entrance On Colony Establishment Of African Honeybees, Apis Mellifera Adansonii", Journal of Apiculture, Vol. 32, (Issue 1), pp 21- 28
29Ukonze C.B., Umeh C.B., Ezihe E., Ononye B., Duru, V.C. and Obiefule, I.E.. (2017, January), "Physico-Chemical Parameters Associated With Mosquito Abundance In Rice Farms At Omor, Anambra State, Nigeria.", The Bioscientist, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 82-87
30Ebenebe, CI, Ihuoma J.N., Ononye B.U., Ufele AN.. (2016, November), "Effect Of Physicochemical Properties Of Water On Aquatic Insect Communities Of A Stream In Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka Nigeria.", International Journal of Entomology Research, Vol. 1, (Issue 7), pp 32-36
31Akunne, C. E., Akpan, A. U. and Ononye, B.U.. (2016, November), "A Checklist Of Nectariferous And Polleniferous Plants Of African Honeybees (Apis Mellifera Adansonii L.) In Awka, Nigeria", Journal of Apiculture, Vol. 31, (Issue 4), pp 379-387
32Akunne, C. E., Akpan, A.U. and Ononye, B. U.. (2016, November), "Pattern Of Nectariferous Plant Diversity Of African Honeybee (Apis Mellifera Adansonii L.) In Awka And Agulu Environs, Southeast Nigeria.", Journal of Apiculture, Vol. 31, (Issue 4), pp 281-291
33Ebenebe, C.I., Ihuoma J.N., Ononye, B.U. and Ufele, A.N.. (2016, November), "Preliminary Study On The Diversity Of Insects Species In Nnamdi Azikiwe University Stream", International Journal of Entomology Research, Vol. 1, (Issue 7), pp 37-41
34Akunne, C.E., Chima, G.N, Ononye, B.U and Okafor K.P.. (2015, July), "Comparative Efficacy Of Cymbopogon Citratus And Psidium Guajava Powders As Poison Against Sitophilus Zeamais (Motschulsky) In Stored Maize Grains", Open Science Journal of Bioscience and Bioengineering, Vol. 2, (Issue 4), pp 41-44
35Akunne, C.E., Ojemro, R.T. and Ononye, B.U. (2015, ), "Assessment Of Mixed Powders Of Citrus Sinensis And Psidium Guajava Against Sitophilus Oryzae (L) In Rice Grains", Journal of International Academic Research for Multidisciplinary, Vol. 3, (Issue 6), pp 163-169
36Akunne C.E and Ononye, B.U.. (2015, May), "Entomocidal Effect Of A Local Spicy And Fruit Peel Powders As Rice Grain Protectant Against Sitophilus Oryzae (L.) Coleoptera: Curculionidae", Journal of Entomology and Zoology Studies, Vol. 3, (Issue 3), pp 208-211
37Akunne, C.E., Ewuim, S.C., Mogbo, T.C., Ngenegbo, U.C., Ononye, B.U. and Okwuosah, K.O. (2015, January), "Relative Abundance Of Mosquitoes In Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka", The Bioscientist, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 39- 44
38Ogu R. A., Ewuim S. C., Akunne C. E., Ononye B.U., Abajue M.C.. (2015, August), "Evaluation Of The Use Of Orange Flavour Essence As Killing Agent In Trapping Of Insects In A Fallow Plot In Awka, Nigeria.", American Journal of Biology and Life Sciences, Vol. 3, (Issue 5), pp 147-150
39Akunne, C.E., Ononye, B.U and Ojemro, R.T.. (2014, December), "Mixed Application Of Peel And Leaf Powders Of Two Common Fruits As Wheat Grain Protectant Against Sitophilus Oryzae (L.) (Coleoptera: Curculionidae).", Discourse Journal of Agriculture and Food Sciences, Vol. 2, (Issue 12), pp 309-313
40Akunne C.E., Obiefuna O.I. and Ononye B.U.. (2014, November), "Lethal Effects Of Anarcadium Occidentale (L.), Carica Papaya (L.) And Azadirachta Indica (A. Juss) Leaf Powders On Sitophilus Oryzae (L.) In Rice Grains.", Journal of Entomology and Zoology Studies, Vol. 2, (Issue 6), pp 144-146
41Akunne C.E., Ufele A.N, Ozonnadi A.P., Mogbo T.C. and Ononye B.U.. (2014, October), "Evaluation Of Piper Guineense Fruit Powder As A Short-Term Protectant Against Dermestes Maculatus (Degeer) In Dry Fish", Journal of Entomology and Zoology Studies, Vol. 2, (Issue 5), pp 373-375
42Akunne, C. E., Ewuim, S. C., Chukwunyere, L. C., Abajue, M. C. and Ononye, B. U. (2014, June), "Evaluation Of The Use Of Ogiri From Castor Oil Seed As Bait In Trapping Of Insect In A Fallow Plot In Awka, Nigeria", Animal Research International, Vol. 11, (Issue 2), pp 2023-2026
43Akunne, C. E., Ewuim, S. C., Chukwunyere, L. C., Abajue, M.C. and Ononye, B. U.. (2014, June), "Efficacy Of Ogiri Produced From Mesquite Seed As Bait In Trapping Of Insects In A Fallow Plot In Awka, Anambra State", Animal Research International, Vol. 11, (Issue 2), pp 1994 – 1997
44Akunne, C.E, Ononye, B.U, Mogbo, T.C and Ngenegbo, U.C.. (2014, June), "Evaluation Of Zingiber Officinale (Schum And Thonn) And Piper Guineense (Roscoe) Powders For The Control Of Sitophilus Oryzae (L.) (Coleoptera: Curculionidae)", American Journal of Life Sciences Researches, Vol. 2, (Issue 3), pp 342-348.
45Akunne, C.E., Afonta, C.N., Mogbo, T.C., Ononye, B. U., and Ngenegbo, U.C.. (2014, April), "Evaluation Of The Efficacy Of Mixed Powders Of Piper Guineense And Zingiber Officinale Against Callosobruchus Maculatus (F.) (Coleoptera: Bruchidae)", American Journal of Biology and Life Sciences, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 63-67
46Akunne, C.E., Ezu, V.A, Mogbo, T.C., Ononye, B. U., and Ngenegbo, U.C.. (2014, March), "Comparative Evaluation Of The Root Powder Of Lonchocarpus Cyanescens For The Control Of Sitophilus Zeamais (Motschulsky) In Maize And Wheat", American Journal of Life Sciences, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 53-56
47Akunne C. E, Ozigbo J.I., Mogbo, T.C, Ononye B. U. and Ngenegbo, U.. (2014, June), "Assessment Of Root Powder Of Indigo Vine (Lonchocarpus Cyanescens) For The Control Of Maize Weevil, (Sitophilus Zeamais, Motschulsky) On Stored Maize", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 2, (Issue 3), pp 360-366
48Akunne, C. E.; Ononye, B. U.; and Mogbo, T. C. (2013, December), "Evaluation Of The Efficacy Of Mixed Leaf Powders Of Vernonia Amygdalina (L.) And Azadirachta Indica (A. Juss) Against Callosobruchus Maculatus (F.) (Coleoptera: Bruchidae)", Advances in Bioscience and Bioengineering, Vol. 1, (Issue 2), pp 86-95
49Akunne, C. E.; Ononye, B. U.; and Mogbo, T. C.. (2013, September), "Insects: Friends Or Enemies?", Global Journal of Biology, Agriculture and Health Sciences, Vol. 2, (Issue 3), pp 134-140
Thesis
1Ononye, B.U.. (2018, April), "Influence Of Entrances On Hive Microclimate And Colony Development Of African Honeybees In Awka". Submitted to the Department of Zoology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
Projects
1Ononye, B.U.. (2013, August), "Evaluation Of The Efficacy Of Mixed Leaf Powders Of Vernonia Amygdalina (L.) And Azadirachta Indica (A. Juss) Against Callosobruchus Maculatus (F.) (Coleoptera: Bruchidae)". Submitted to the Department of Zoology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
Conference Papers
1Ononye, B.U. and Akunne, C.E.. (2019, October), "Potentials And Challenges Of Beekeeping Tourism In Nigeria. Book Of Abstracts Of The 50th Annual Conference Of The Entomological Society Of Nigeria (ESN) Yola 2019.",
2Ononye, B.U. and Akunne, C. E.. (2018, October), "Hive Temperature And Relative Humidity As Correlates To Colonization And Absconding Of African Honeybees", Book of Abstracts of the 49th Annual Conference of the Entomological Society of Nigeria (ESN) Sokoto, pp 92
3Akpan, A.U., Akunne, C.E., Ononye, B.U. and Oboho, D.E.. (2018, October), "The Attractant Potential Of Nectariferous Plants Attractive To African Honey Bee (Apis Mellifera Adansonii L.) In Awka, Nigeria.", Book of Abstracts of the 49th Annual Conference of the Entomological Society of Nigeria (ESN) Sokoto, pp 73
4Ononye, B.U. and Akunne, C. E.. (2017, October), "Developments In Apiculture: A Review", Book of Abstracts 48th Annual Conference of Entomological Society of Nigeria, pp 51
5Ononye, B.U., Akunne, C.E., Okeke, T.E. and Chidi, C.A.. (2017, October), "Influence Of Hive Entrances On Colonization, Colony Growth And Comb Formation Of African Honeybees In Awka", Book of Abstracts 48th Annual Conference of Entomological Society of Nigeria, pp 51
6Okeke, T.E., Ewuim, S. C., Akunne, C.E., Ononye, B.U. and Abajue, M.C.. (2017, October), "Survey Of Some Edible Insects In Relation To Their Nutritional Composition And Acceptability In Awka And Environ", Book of Abstracts 48th Annual Conference of Entomological Society of Nigeria, pp 54
7Okere, C.I., Akunne, C.E., Adaigbe, V.C., Aneni, T.I., Osadolor, I. and Ononye, B.U.. (2017, October), "Toxicity And Repellent Effect Of Two Selected Plant Extracts On Termites, Macrotermes Spp. (Isoptera: Termitidae)", , pp 55
8Akunne, C. E., Ogbonna, L. and Ononye, B.U.. (2017, October), "Potentials Of Ageratum Conyzoides And Vernonia Amygdalina Against Sitophilus Zeamais (Motschulsky) In Stored Maize Grains", Book of Abstracts 48th Annual Conference of Entomological Society of Nigeria, pp 61
9Ukonze, C.B., Umeh, C.B., Ezihe, E., Ononye, B., Duru V.C. and Obiefule, I.E.. (2017, October), "Physico-Chemical Parameters Associated With Mosquito Abundance In A Rice Farm In Omor, Anambra State, Nigeria", Book of Abstracts 48th Annual Conference of Entomological Society of Nigeria, pp 83
10Okoli, C.A., Akunne, C.E. and Ononye, B.U.. (2017, October), "Current Trends On The Use Of Insects In Biomedicine", , pp 86
11Chidi, C.A., Ezeonyejiaku, C.D., Akunne, C.E. and Ononye, B U.. (2017, October), "Zingiber Officinale And Capsicum Annuum As Short-term Protectants Against Orizaephilus Surinamensis In Stored Melon Seeds", Book of Abstracts 48th Annual Conference of Entomological Society of Nigeri, pp 91
12Okeke, P.A., Ikegbo, C.C. and Ononye, B.U.. (2017, October), "Efficacy Of Piper Guineense And Zingiber Officinale Short Term Protectant Against Dermestes Maculatus On Smoked Heterotis Niloticus", Book of Abstracts 48th Annual Conference of Entomological Society of Nigeria, pp 100
13Akunne, C. E., Esimone, C.O., Ewuim, S.C., Ononye, B U., Chidi, C.A and Eze, P.M.. (2016, October), "Production And Microbial Evaluation Of Natural Honey Wine In Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka", Book of Abstracts 47th Annual Conference of Entomological Society of Nigeria, pp 65
14Akpan, A.U., Akunne C.E., Chikezie, F.M., Oboho, D.E. and Ononye, B.U.. (2016, October), "A Survey Of Insects Associated With Selected Dumpsites In Uyo Metropolis, Akwa Ibom State Nigeria", Book of Abstracts 47th Annual Conference of Entomological Society of Nigeria, pp 63
15Akunne, C. E., Ewuim, S.C., Ononye, B U., and Chidi, C.A. (2016, October), "Sustainable Apiculture: A Tool For Job Creation Through Production Of Honey And Other Hive Products In Nigeria.", Book of Abstracts 47th Annual Conference of Entomological Society of Nigeria,, pp 54
16Ononye, B.U. and Akunne, C.E.. (2015, November), "Apiculture: A Tool For Nation Building", Book of Abstracts 2nd Biennial Nigeria Beekeeping Conference, pp 16
17Ononye, B.U. and Akunne, C. E.. (2015, August), "Apitoxin As A Veritable Tool In Contemporary Biomedicine", Biosciences Research: Health/Medical Perspective, ICBR2015-HM006, pp 18
18Akunne, C.E., Ewuim, S.C., Chidi, C.K., Ononye, B.U. and Akpan, A.U.. (2015, October), "Appraisal Of Occupational Health Hazards Facing Beekeepers In Awka And Environs", Book of Abstracts 46th Annual Conference of Entomological Society of Nigeria, pp 110
19Akunne, C.E. and Ononye, B.U.. (2015, October), "The Contributions Of Entomologists Towards Food Security", Biosciences Research: Agricultural and Nutritional Perspective, ICBR2015-AN004, pp 45
20Akunne, C.E., Ewuim, S.C., Ngenegbo, U.C., Ononye, B.U. and Abajue, M.C.. (2014, October), "Apitherapy: A Complementary Therapy In Health Care Delivery In Nigeria", Book of Abstracts 45th Annual Conference of Entomological Society of Nigeria, pp 19
21Akunne, C.E., Ewuim, S.C., Ngenegbo, U.C., Ononye, B.U. and Abajue, M.C.. (2014, October), "Homestead Apiculture: A Panacea To Poor Health Conditions Of Nigerians", Book of Abstracts 45th Annual Conference of Entomological Society of Nigeria, pp 19

Academic Leadership Qualities

Reviewerships
1Reviewer, "Theoretical Approach to Api-Tourism Routes as a Paradigm of Sustainable and Regenerative Rural Development" (June, 2022)
2Reviewer, "International Blood Research and Reviews" (December, 2022)
3Reviewer, "Chemometric evaluation of antioxidant activity and α-amylase inhibition of selected monofloral honeys from Algeria" (December, 2021)
Contributions to the University/Society
1Member, Faculty Annual Lecture Committee, "Faculty of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka" (December, 2023)
2Chairman, "Faculty of Biosciences Media Committee" (February, 2023)
3Member of 2021/2022 Freshers' orientation Planning Committee, "Office of the Dean Student Affairs, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (October, 2022)
4Resource Person, "Church of Resurrection Parish, Amawbia" (September, 2022 to September, 2022)
5Resource person, "Women Ministry, Holy Trinity Anglican Church Nibo" (July, 2022 to July, 2022)
6Secretary/Member, "BOOK AND MANUAL COMMITTEE OF ZOOLOGY DEPARTMENT" (November, 2022)
7Secretary/Member, "ADHOC RESEARCII AND INNOVATIVE TEAM OF ZOOLOGY DEPARTMENT" (November, 2022)
8Hostel Warden, "Office of the Dean Student Affairs, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (September, 2021)
9Member, "FACULTY OF BIOSCIENCES SIWS RESOURCE PERSON" (December, 2021)
10Member, "Faculty of Biosciences Examination Monitoring team and energy committee" (January, 2021)
11Member, "Faculty of Biosciences Covid- 19 response team" (March, 2021)
12Chairman, "Faculty of Biosciences Media team" (July, 2021 to February, 2023)
13Adjudicator, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University Interfaculty Debate Tournament" (August, 2021 to August, 2021)
14Member of 2020/2021 Fresher’s Orientation plannimg committee, "Office of the Dean Student Affairs, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (June, 2021 to October, 2022)
15Resource person, "Times of Refreshing Gospel Outreach" (May, 2021 to May, 2021)
16Resource person, "St Simon Anglican Church Nnobi" (June, 2021)
17Resource person, "National Association of Zoology Students UNIZIK Chapter" (May, 2021 to May, 2021)
18Resource person, "Office of the Public Relations Officer Students Union Government, Unizik Awka" (August, 2021 to August, 2021)
19Resource person, "Department of Biological Sciences, COOU, Uli" (December, 2020 to December, 2020)
20Member, "Local Organizing Committee, Entomological Society of Nigeria" (January, 2017 to October, 2017)

Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies

1Graduate Member, "Entomological Society of Nigeria" - 0480 (member since 2014), https://esnjournal.com.ng/

Relevant Events Attended

Conferences
1"The International Conference on Forensic Science and Criminal Justice", (Faculty of Pharmaceutical Science, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 3rd August, 2023 to 4th August, 2023; ASUU NAU Secretariat Complex, Awka
2"2nd International Bioscience Conference (Live/Virtual)", (Faculty of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 10th January, 2023 to 11th January, 2023; ASUU NAU Secretariat Complex, UNIZIK, Awka
3"2nd International Apitherapy Conference titled: Biopharmacology of bee products. The possibility of bee products use in pharmaceutical industry", (Medical University of Silesia), 24th September, 2022 to 25th September, 2022; Youtube and Zoom
4"1st International Conference Apitherapy in Poland (on-ine)", (Medical University of Silesia, International Federation of Apitherapy, Romanian Apitherapy Society and German Apitherapy Society), 6th September, 2020 to 8th September, 2020; Zoom
5"48th Annual Conference of Entomological Society of Nigeria,", (Entomological Society of Nigeria), 4th October, 2017 to 8th October, 2017; Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka
Workshops
1"DAAD Workshop on Global Climate Change and Pests/Vectors", (DAAD), 6th December, 2023 to 9th December, 2023; Awka
2"Sandwich Workshop on On-line Teaching and Examination", (Sandwich unit, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), Awka