Dr. Nnaemeka Kenechi Afunugo

Dr. Nnaemeka Kenechi Afunugo is a LECTURER I in RELIGION AND HUMAN RELATIONS Department, Faculty Of Arts in Nnamdi Azikiwe University

Dr. Nnaemeka Kenechi Afunugo

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Afunugo, Kenechi Nnaemeka

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Religion And Human Relations, Faculty Of Arts, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.
Faculty/Unit:
FACULTY OF ARTS
Department/Sub-Unit:
RELIGION AND HUMAN RELATIONS

Academic Qualifications

Degrees / Basic Certificates
1Nnamdi Azikiwe University,Awka. (Doctor of Philosophy, September, 2016)
April, 2014 to July, 2016
Doctor Of Philosophy (Ph.D) In Religion And Human Relations Religion And Society
2Nnamdi Azikiwe University,Awka. (Master Degree, March, 2014)
March, 2013 to March, 2014
Master Of Arts In Religion And Human Relations Religion And Society
3University Of Nigeria,Nsukka. (Bachelor Degree, February, 2008)
May, 2003 to June, 2007
Bachelor Of Arts In Religion Religion
4Extra Moral Lessons. (GCE, December, 2000)
July, 1998 to December, 2000
5College Of The Immaculate Conception,Enugu. (SSCE, June, 1998)
January, 1992 to June, 1998
6Zik's Avenue Primary School,Uwani, Enugu. (FSLC, January, 1992)
January, 1987 to January, 1992

Relevant/Working Experience

1Chairman, Chairman Departmental Quality Assurance Committee
February, 2024 to Present
2Assistant Faculty Career Officer, Appointment As Assistant Faculty Career Officer
September, 2021 to Present
3Lecturer 11. Department of Religion And Cultural Studies, University Of Nigeria,Nsukka
October, 2017 to November, 2019

Creative Output

Book Chapters
1Afunugo,K.N.. (2020, June) The Challenges To The Rule Of Law In Nigeria: A Historical And. Theoretical Analysis. Justice And The Rule Of Law In Africa. , pp 216-249
Journal Articles
1Afunugo, Kenechi Nnaemeka and Sam-Obi, Kenechukwu Chinaza. (2024, February), "An ethical assessment of consumer’s perception of made-in-China products in Nigerian society: a study of Awka metropolis", Asaba Review;A publication of Sub-Sahara Africa Research Forum, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 24-41
2Afunugo, Kenechi Nnaemeka. (2024, March), "Justice to the Environment: Interrogating oil Mining in the Niger Delta Region of Nigeria in the Light of African Eco-Theology", Ohazurume: Unizik Journal of Culture and Civilization, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 83-99
3Afunugo, Kenechi Nnaemeka. (2024, March), "Socio-Religious Implications of Negligence of the Obi(Family Homestead) in Contemporary Igbo Families", Ohazurume: Unizik Journal of Culture and Civilization,, Vol. 3, (Issue 2), pp 18-34
4Afunugo Kenechi Nnaemeka. (2023, October), "A RE-EVALUATION OF CHRISTIAN ETHICAL STANCE ON ASSISTED REPRODUCTION TECHNOLOGY VIA HETEROLOGOUS INSEMINATION", Nigerian Journal Of African Studies (NJAS), Vol. 5, (Issue 2), pp 1-13
5Afunugo Kenechi Nnaemeka. (2023, October), "CHRISTIANITY AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT IN IGBOLAND: A FOCUS ON THE ANGLICAN CHURCH IN AWKA", Interdisciplinary Journal Of African And Asian Studies (IJAAS), Vol. 9, (Issue 2), pp 1-9
6Afunugo Kenechi Nnaemeka. (2023, October), "Equity And Justice: Pathway to Credible Election And Good Governance In Nigeria", Nigerian Journal Of Arts And Humanities (NJAH), Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 1-11
7Afunugo,K.N., Nganwuchu,G.C. & Molokwu,G.C. (2023, November), "Igbo Youths and money making rituals: Re-evaluating the Igbo Philosophy of Hard work in an era of quick wealth and materilism", Igirigi: A Multi-Disciplinary Journal of African Studies, Vol. 3, (Issue 2), pp 13-27
8Afunugo, Kenechi Nnaemeka. (2023, November), "ALTRUISM OR GREED: REVIEWING THE NAIRA REDESIGN POLICY OF PRESIDENT MUHAMMADU BUHARI IN THE LIGHT OF CHRISTIAN ETHICS", Oracle of Wisdom Journal of Philosophy and Public Affairs (OWIJOPPA)., Vol. 7, (Issue 3), pp 29-37
9Afunugo, Kenechi Nnaemeka. (2023, November), "DRUG ABUSE AMONG THE IGBO YOUTHS IN SOUTHEAST, NIGERIA: A SEARCH FOR CHRISTIAN RELIGIOUS SOLUTIONS", Oracle of Wisdom Journal of Philosophy and Public Affairs (OWIJOPPA)., Vol. 7, (Issue 3), pp 131-139
10Afunugo, Kenechi Nnaemeka. (2023, August), "An Evaluation Of Environmental Pollution In Awka Town In View Of LAUDATO SI'", Nigerian Journal Of African Studies (NJAS), Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 1-16
11Afunugo,K.N., Nganwuchu,G.C. & Molokwu,G.C. (2023, August), "The Menace Of Cultism In Awka South Local Government Area Anambra State, Nigeria", Interdisciplinary Journal Of African And Asian Studies (IJAAS), Vol. 9, (Issue 1), pp 1-18
12Afunugo, Kenechi Nnaemeka. (2023, December), "TOWARDS THE PANACEA FOR NIGERIA’S ECONOMIC CRISIS: CAPACITY BUILDING OR MIRACLES?", ODEZURUIGBO: An International Journal of Igbo, African and Asian Studies, Vol. 7, (Issue 2), pp 102-109
13Nganwuchu,G.C.& Afunugo,K.N.. (2023, June), "The Religio-Ethical Implications Of Igbo Youths Mass Migration From Nigeria", SIST Journal Of Religion And Humanities, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 43-58
14Afunugo, Kenechi Nnaemeka & Nwokedi, Godswill Okechukwu. (2023, October), "Christian Ethical Evaluation of Human Rights Violations By The Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) In Anambra State:The Way Forward", NJIKO: A Multi-Disciplinary Journal of Humanities, Law, Education and Social Sciences, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 41-61
15Afunugo,K.N., Molokwu,G,C & Nganwuchu, G.C. (2023, December), "Christian Religious Entrepreneurship: A Countermeasure to the Paradigm Shift On Contemporary Igbo Youths' Perception of Dignity of Labour", Trinitarian: International Journal Of Arts And Humanities, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 47-64
16Afunugo Kenechi Nnaemeka. (2023, September), "Japa Syndrome and its challenges to the Nigeria's Labour Force:A search for Religious solutions", Ohazurume: UNIZIK Journal of culture and civilization, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 70-93
17Afunugo,K.N & Nganwuchu,G.C.. (2022, April), "Water Pollution In Oji River Urban In View Of Eco-Theology And Justice", IGWEBUIKE:An African Journal Of Arts And Humanities, Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 80-109
18Afunugo,K.N. & Ezugwu. J. O.. (2021, January), "Terrorism In Nigeria: A Search For Solutions", Journal of African Studies And Sustainable Development, Vol. 4, (Issue 6), pp 104-124
19Afunugo,K.N.. (2020, August), "The Menace Of Homosexuality In Zanga,Surulere Local Government Area Of Lagos State, Nigeria. IGWEBUIKE: An Africa Journal Of Arts And Humanities.", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 6, (Issue 5), pp 129-161
20Afunugo,K.N. & Mokwenye,M.E.. (2019, April), "The Relevance Of The Encyclical Letter Evangelium Vitae Addressed By Pope John Paul 11 In Countering Terrorism And Waste Of Human Lives In Nigeria. International Journal Of Education, Humanities And Social Science.", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 37-49
21Afunugo,K.N.,Onah,N.K & Mokwenye,M.E.. (2019, July), "Religion Without Morality: South Africa And Xenophobia In A World Of Change. Journal Of African Studies And Sustainable Development.", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 630-7073
22Afunugo,K.N.. (2019, September), "Laborem Exercens: A Tool For Promoting The Provision Of Valuable Services By The Nigerian Civil And Public Servants. International Journal Of Religion And Human Relations.", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 11, (Issue 1), pp 137-158
23Ugwu,C.O.T., Mokwenye,E.M,Okolo,R.N. & Afunugo,K.N.. (2018, October), "African Traditional Ethics As A Panacea For Ethnic Cleansing In Nigeria", Department of Religion And Cultural Studies, University of Nigeria,Nsukka, Vol. 6, pp 232-238

Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies

1Full Member, "African society for the study of sociology and Ethics of religions" - 00/105 (member since 2023), https://assoser.org/
2Full Member, "Society for Research and Academic Excellence" - 344/2023/RM (member since 2023), https://www.academicexcellencesociety.com/
3Fellow Member, "Society For Research And Academic Excellence" - 344/2023/23/PSR (member since 2023), https://www.academicexcellencesociety.com/
4Full Member, "Nigerian Association For The Study Of Religions (NASR)" - NASR/2023/000160 (member since 2023), https://www.academia.edu/31802424/NASR_NIGERIAN_ASSOCIATION_FOR_THE_STUDY_OF_RELIGIONS
5Full Member, "Association For The Promotion Of African Studies (APAS)" (member since 2019), https://www.apas.africa/

Relevant Events Attended

Conferences
1"2024 Hybrid 7th International Conference "Religion, Politics And Environmental Sustainability"", (Department of Religion And Cultural Studies, University of Nigeria Nsukka), 27th February, 2024 to 29th February, 2024; University of Nigeria Nsukka
2"Igbo race in Global Perspective (Ndi Igbo N'anya Mba Uwa N'ile)", (The Directorate of Igbo village and center for African Civilization (IVACAC) Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka Azikiwe University Awka), 1st December, 2023 to 1st December, 2023; Nnamdi Azikiwe University
3"Doing Theology In an Era of National Insecurity", (Institute Of Theology Paul University,Aeka), 13th November, 2023 to 15th November, 2023; Paul University, Awka
4"Drug Abuse Among The Igbo Youths In Southeast Nigeria:A search for Christian Solutions", (Institute of Theology, Paul University,Awka), 13th November, 2023 to 15th November, 2023; Paul University, Awka
5"Arts and the Art of Nation Building", (Faculty of Arts, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka), 19th October, 2023 to 20th October, 2023; Nnamdi Azikiwe University
6"Repositioning Research In Arts And Social Sciences", (Society for Research and Academic Excellence, University of Nigeria Nsukka), 9th March, 2021 to 12th March, 2021; University of Nigeria,Nsukka
7"International Virtual Conference On Religion, COVID-19 Pandemic And The Challenges Of Insecurity In The 21st Century.", (Department of Religion And Cultural Studies, University of Nigeria Nsukka), 25th February, 2021 to 26th February, 2021; Virtual (Visual) conference
8"The Impact Of COVID-19 On Africa And The Quest For Afrocentric Perspectives", (Association for the Promotion of African Studies .), 16th September, 2020 to 17th September, 2020; Virtual Conference
9"African Ideologies, Human Security And Peace- Building", (Association for the Promotion of African Studies), 10th June, 2020 to 12th June, 2020; Virtual (Visual) conference
10"Repositioning Research In Arts And Social Sciences", (Society for Research and Academic Excellence, University of Nigeria Nsukka), 4th March, 2020 to 6th March, 2020; University of Nigeria,Nsukka
11"Moral Information: A Paradigm For Enhancing Positive Attitudes Among The Youth In Nigeria", (Association for Universal Moral Education in Nigeria,Nnadiebube Institute. In partnership with Department of Religion And Human Relations, Faculty of Arts, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka), 27th November, 2019 to 28th November, 2019; Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka
12"International And Interdisciplinary Conference On Witchcraft: Meanings,Factors And Practices.", (BIC IJOMA Center for policy Studies and Research; University of Nigeria Nsukka), 25th November, 2019 to 28th November, 2019; University of Nigeria,Nsukka
13"Humanities And Leadership In Africa", (Faculty of Arts, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka), 24th October, 2019 to 26th October, 2019; Nnamdi Azikiwe University,Awka
14"Religion, Resource Control And Restructuring In Nigeria.", (Nigeria Association for the Study of Religions), 16th September, 2019 to 19th September, 2019; University of Port-Harcourt
15"Migration And African Identity, Question In A Contemporary World.", (Association for the Promotion of African Studies in collaboration with Civil Society Organisation Network on Migration and Development (CSO net MADE).), 9th July, 2019 to 12th July, 2019; Nnamdi Azikiwe University,Awka
16"Globalisation And Socio-Economic Development In Africa.", (Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Nigeria Nsukka), 9th July, 2019 to 12th July, 2019; University of Nigeria,Nsukka
17"Religion, Pluralism And Political Restructuring In Nigeria", (Department of Religion And Cultural Studies, University of Nigeria Nsukka), 18th October, 2018 to 20th October, 2018; University of Nigeria,Nsukka
18"African Ideologies In A World Of Change", (Association for the Promotion of African Studies in collaboration with Alternative Perspective and Global Concerns,Ottawa,Canada), 13th June, 2018 to 15th June, 2018; Nnamdi Azikiwe University
19"Repositioning Research In Arts And Social Sciences", (Society for Research and Academic Excellence, University of Nigeria Nsukka), 5th February, 2018 to 8th February, 2018; University of Nigeria,Nsukka
Workshops
1"Research Competence", (Department of Adult and continuing Education. Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka), 30th December, 2023 to 30th December, 2023; Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka
2"Maiden Workshop of the directorate of quality assurance and certificate verification", (Directorate of quality assurance and certificate verification), 7th November, 2023 to 7th November, 2023; Nnamdi Azikiwe University,Awka
3"Career and Character counselling: Project 200 in Perspective", (Center for Counseling and career development), 30th October, 2023 to 1st November, 2023; Nnamdi Azikiwe University,Awka
4"Coaching and career development skills", (Center for Counseling and career development), 24th May, 2021 to 27th May, 2021; Nnamdi Azikiwe University
Webinars
1""A contextual approach to acculturation: The importance of methods.".", (Eriditus International /Dr. Ali Elhami .UNICAF Department of Education, School of Doctoral Studies), 29th November, 2023 to 29th November, 2023; Cyprus/Zoom
2"Hands-on Experience on Artificial Intelligence in Teaching, Learning and Research", (Department of Agriculture, Nnamdi Azikiwe University), 7th November, 2023 to 7th November, 2023; Nnamdi Azikiwe University