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
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Afunugo, Kenechi Nnaemeka
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Address: | Religion And Human Relations, Faculty Of Arts, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF ARTS |
Department/Sub-Unit: | RELIGION AND HUMAN RELATIONS |
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Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | Nnamdi 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 |
| 2 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University,Awka. (Master Degree, March, 2014) March, 2013 to March, 2014 Master Of Arts In Religion And Human Relations Religion And Society |
| 3 | University Of Nigeria,Nsukka. (Bachelor Degree, February, 2008) May, 2003 to June, 2007 Bachelor Of Arts In Religion Religion |
| 4 | Extra Moral Lessons. (GCE, December, 2000) July, 1998 to December, 2000 |
| 5 | College Of The Immaculate Conception,Enugu. (SSCE, June, 1998) January, 1992 to June, 1998 |
| 6 | Zik's Avenue Primary School,Uwani, Enugu. (FSLC, January, 1992) January, 1987 to January, 1992 |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Chairman, Chairman Departmental Quality Assurance Committee February, 2024 to Present |
| 2 | Assistant Faculty Career Officer, Appointment As Assistant Faculty Career Officer September, 2021 to Present |
| 3 | Lecturer 11. Department of Religion And Cultural Studies, University Of Nigeria,Nsukka October, 2017 to November, 2019 |
Creative Output
| Books | |
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| 1 | Kenechi Nnaemeka Afunugo; Ikechukwu Vincent Ezenwa; Geoffrey Chiazo Nganwuchu; Albert Ulutorti Green. (2026, May) Divine Insight in Leadership: Food Security and Land Use in Anambra State Z House Publishing |
| Book Chapters | |
| 1 | Kenechi Nnaemeka Afunugo. (2026, May) APAS And The Reawakening Of African- Centred Scholarship In The 21st Century Association for the Promotion of African Studies (APAS), pp 173-194 |
| 2 | Afunugo,K.N. & Nganwuchu,G.C.. (2025, June) Leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI), Entrepreneurship, and Faith for Ethical Leadership in Nigeria Veritas University Press, pp 156-171 |
| Journal Articles | |
| 1 | Afunugo, Kenechi Nnaemeka, Albert Ulutorti Green, Ikechukwu Vincent Ezenwa. (2026, May), "Born Again Experience or Emotional Euphoria? Revivalism Among Contemporary Youth in Southeast, Nigeria", AMAMIHE: Journal of Applied Philosophy, Vol. 24, (Issue 1), pp 96-116 |
| 2 | Kenechi Nnaemeka Afunugo & Chukwukamma Kingsley.E.. (2026, May), "Deforestation in Awka Metropolis: Violating African Eco-Theology and Human Wellbeing", AMAMIHE: Journal of Applied Philosophy, Vol. 24, (Issue 1), pp 117-133 |
| 3 | Casimir Ndubuisi Osigwe & Kenechi Nnaemeka Afunugo. (2026, May), "SACRED NARRATIVES AND CULTURAL RESILIENCE: RELIGIOUS HUMANITIES IN A FRAGMENTED WORLD", IGBO SCHOLARS INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL of IGBO SCHOLARS FORUM, FOR SOCIO-CULTURAL ADVANCEMENT, Vol. 19, (Issue 2), pp 1-29 |
| 4 | Kenechi Nnaemeka Afunugo; Nganwuchu, Geoffrey Chiazo; Rex Chika Kanu; Casimir Ndubuisi Osigwe. (2026, May), "FAITH PRACTICES AND THE DURATION OF UNTREATED PSYCHOSIS (DUP) AMONG YOUTH IN SOUTHEASTERN NIGERIA", IGBO SCHOLARS INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL of IGBO SCHOLARS FORUM, FOR SOCIO-CULTURAL ADVANCEMENT, Vol. 19, (Issue 2), pp 266-306 |
| 5 | Albert Ulutorti Green, Kenechi Nnaemeka Afunugo, Nganwuchu Geoffrey Chiazo, Nwokedi Godswill Okechukwu, Adimorah Chukwuebuka Onyedika, Nelso-praise Kingsley Michael. (2026, January), "SOCIETAL SOCIAL SCRIPTS AND BEHAVIORAL OUTCOMES AMONG ADOLESCENT AND YOUNG ADULT FEMALES IN NIGERIA", Impact International Journals and Publications, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 385-396 |
| 6 | Kenechi Nnaemeka Afunugo & Casimir Ndubuisi Osigwe. (2026, April), "Religious Beliefs and Duration of Untreated Psychosis (DUP) Among Young Adults In Igbo Communities, Nigeria", Oracle of Wisdom (OWIJOPPA), Vol. 10, (Issue 1), pp 210-223 |
| 7 | Kenechi Nnaemeka Afunugo; Uzuegbunam, Emmanuel Nwachukwu; Casimir Ndubuisi Osigwe; Nwakanma, Onyekachi Moses; James Nnaemeka Nnoruga; Benjamin Chukwunonso Nwokocha; Grace Ifeoma Otubah; Nnaemeka Uchenna Ezeonyi; Shaibu Albert Oguche. (2026, June), "Epidemic Governance and Mpox Outcomes in Burundi: Insights for the Greater Horn of Africa", African Journal of Nursing, Social Work and Traditional Healing Systems, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 25-45 |
| 8 | Kenechi Nnaemeka Afunugo; Uzuegbunam, Emmanuel Nwachukwu; Casimir Ndubuisi Osigwe; Nwakanma, Onyekachi Moses; James Nnaemeka Nnoruga; Benjamin Chukwunonso Nwokocha; Grace Ifeoma Otubah; Nnaemeka Uchenna Ezeonyi; Shaibu Albert Oguche. (2026, June), "Epidemic Governance and Mpox Outcomes in Burundi: Insights for the Greater Horn of Africa", African Journal of Nursing, Social Work and Traditional Healing Systems, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 25-45 |
| 9 | Nganwuchu Geoffrey Chiazo; Kenechi Nnaemeka Afunugo; Ezenwa, Ikechukwu and Albert Ulutorti. (2026, March), "Spiritual Fulfillment versus Material Achievement: Rethinking Success in Contemporary Christianity", St.Paul'sTheological Theology Journal of Religion and Theology (Multidisciplinary Edition), Vol. 1, (Issue 3), pp 157-173 |
| 10 | Kenechi Nnaemeka Afunugo. (2026, April), "CRACKDOWN ON CONTROVERSIAL NATIVE DOCTORS AND THE PROTECTION OF IGBO RELIGIOUS INTEGRITY", Ohazurume: Unizik Journal of Culture and Civilization, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 36-57 |
| 11 | Chidiebere Emmanuel Okonkwo; Nnatuanya Chinedu Emmanuel; Geoffrey Nganwuchu; Kenechi N. Afunugo; Ikechukwu V. Ezenwa; Albert Ulu Torti Green. (2026, June), "From the Pulpit to Error: Examining the Crisis of Knowledge Deficiency and False Preaching Among Pastors Through 2 Timothy 2:15 Using Accessism as an Epistemological Lens", St. Paul's Theological College Awka,Journal of Religion and Theology., Vol. 1, (Issue 5), pp 43-56 |
| 12 | Nganwuchu, Geoffrey Chiazo, Kenechi Nnaemeka Afunugo, Albert U. Green, Ikechukwu V. Ezenwa, Chidiebere Emmanuel Okonkwo, Nwokedi, Godswill Okechukwu. (2026, May), "Access is True Inclusion: An Appraisal of the Theory of Accessism", International Journal of Multidisciplinary Department, pp 1-21 |
| 13 | Kenechi Nnaemeka Afunugo; Rex Chika Kanu; Molokwu, Geoffrey Chidebem; Nnaemeka Uchenna Ezeonyi; Uzuegbunam, Emmanuel Nwachukwu. (2026, May), "ETHICAL EVALUATION OF STATE AMNESTY AND NEGOTIATIONS WITH BANDITS IN NIGERIA: IMPLICATIONS FOR JUSTICE AND SOCIAL ORDER", African Journal of Terrorism and Insurgency Research (AJoTIR), Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 23-43 |
| 14 | Afunugo, Kenechi Nnaemeka. (2025, June), "Ideal-Africanism and Practical Christianity: Engaging Awka Youth in Maintaining the Sanctity of Human Life", African Journal of Religion, Philosophy and Culture (AJRPC), Vol. 6, (Issue 2), pp 295-254 |
| 15 | Kenechi Nnaemeka Afunugo and Geoffrey Chidebelu Molokwu. (2025, February), "CHRISTMAS GIFT STAMPEDES: ECONOMIC HARDSHIP, MORAL IMPLICATIONS AND THE NEED FOR ETHICAL LEADERSHIP UNDER TINUBU’S ADMINISTRATION", IDEAL INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL of IGBO SCHOLARS FORUM, NIGERIA, Vol. 18, (Issue 1), pp 17-47 |
| 16 | Kenechi Nnaemeka Afunugo & Chukwukamma Kingsley.E.. (2025, September), "DEFORESTATION IN AWKA METROPOLIS: VIOLATING AFRICAN ECOTHEOLOGY AND HUMAN WELLBEING", Aquino Journal of Philosophy, Vol. 5, (Issue 2), pp 75-90 |
| 17 | Afunugo, Kenechi Nnaemeka. (2025, August), "Ethical Limits of Technological Dependence: Preventing Disasters Like the Palisades and Eaton Widfires", International Journal of Religion and Human Relations, Vol. 16, (Issue 1), pp 226-236 |
| 18 | Afunugo, Kenechi Nnaemeka; Albert Ulutorti Green and Molokwu, Geoffrey Chidebem. (2025, December), "AI-INTEGRATED SECURITY FOR TRACKING KIDNAPPERS AND UNKNOWN GUNMEN IN ANAMBRA: PROSPECTS AND IMPLICATIONS", African Journal of Strategy, Defence and Security Studies (AJSDSS), Vol. 1, (Issue 2), pp 41-59 |
| 19 | Kenechi Nnaemeka Afunugo; Nganwuchu, Geoffrey Chiazo; Nnatuanya, Chinedu Emmanuel; Chukwukamma, Kingsley.E. & Casimir Ndubuisi Osigwe. (2025, December), "Armed Herders-Driven Insecurity in Nigeria: A Threat to Ecowas Free Movement for Socioeconomic Integration", Journal of African Union Studies (JoAUS), Vol. 14, (Issue 3), pp 73-93 |
| 20 | Kenechi Nnaemeka Afunugo. (2025, October), "Rethinking the Christian vow of matrimonial indissolubility amidst persistent domestic violence in contemporary Nigerian marriages", Critical Research on Religion, pp 1-12 |
| 21 | Kenechi Nnaemeka Afunugo. (2025, February), "THE ANGLICAN DIOCESE OF AWKA AND FEMALE YOUTHS EMPOWERNMENT THROUGH VOCATIONAL TRAINING", Ohazurume: Unizik Journal of Culture and Civilization, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 70-83 |
| 22 | Kenechi Nnaemeka Afunugo, Geoffrey Chidebem Molokwu, Geoffrey Chiazo Nganwuchu, Chijioke Anaemena. (2025, October), "Justice or Injustice? The Ethical Dilemmas of the Recent Mass Executions in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)", African Rennaissance, Vol. 22, (Issue 4), pp 271-290 |
| 23 | Kenechi Nnaemeka Afunugo & Nnatuanya, Chinedu Emmanuel. (2025, August), "Cult-Driven Youth Killings and Insecurity in Awka Metropolis: Implications for Socioeconomic Stability", African Journal of Peace and Conflict Studies, Vol. 14, (Issue 2), pp 31-48 |
| 24 | Kenechi Nnaemeka Afunugo; Nnatuanya, Chinedu Emmanuel; Chukwukamma, Kingsley .E.; Nganwuchu, Geoffrey Chiazo. (2025, October), "Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Preserving Igbo Ethics and Detecting Explicit Digital Content in Anambra State", African Journal of Religion, Philosophy and Culture (AJRPC), Vol. 6, (Issue 4), pp 67-87 |
| 25 | Kenechi Nnaemeka Afunugo. (2025, March), "The Church and Fake Miracles in Nigeria: Socio-Religious Effects", Estaga Journal of Interdiscipinary Perspectives, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 1-19 |
| 26 | Afunugo, Kenechi Nnaemeka. (2025, February), "Socio-cultural and religious implications of child marriage:Honouring Dora Moono Nyambe’s advocacy for female children", Integrity Journal of Arts and Humanities, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 31-42 |
| 27 | Kenechi Nnaemeka Afunugo. (2025, February), "SYNERGIZING HUMAN AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE FOR ADVANCING RESEARCH IN RELIGION AND SOCIETY IN NIGERIA’S TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS", International Academic Journal of Religion and Contemporary Issues (INTARECOM), Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 29-45 |
| 28 | Kenechi Nnaemeka Afunugo; Nganwuchu, Geoffrey Chiazo & Rex Chika Kanu. (2025, December), "Violence against Priests and Nigeria’s Spiritual Crisis", Crowther Journal of Arts and Humanities, Vol. 2, (Issue 7), pp 133-154 |
| 29 | Afunugo, Kenechi Nnaemeka & Molokwu, Geoffrey Chidebem. (2025, August), "AI-Driven Early Detection and Prevention of Youth Cult Recruitment in Awka Metropolis", IGWEBUIKE: An African Journal of Arts and Humanities, Vol. 11, (Issue 7), pp 14-27 |
| 30 | Kenechi Nnaemeka Afunugo. (2025, July), "Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Modernization of Igbo Taboos: Restoring Sanity in A Technically Driven Society", Preorcjah (Professor Ezenwa-Ohaeto Resource Centre Journal of Arts and Humanities), Vol. 10, pp 28-50 |
| 31 | Afunugo, Kenechi Nnaemeka. (2025, August), "Socio-Cultural and Religious Implications of Child Marriage: Honouring Dora Moono Nyambe's Advocacy for Female Child", AMAMIHE: Journal of Applied Philosophy,, Vol. 23, (Issue 7), pp 117-135 |
| 32 | Afunugo, Kenechi Nnaemeka and Molokwu, Geoffrey Chidebem. (2024, July), "The Igbo Apprenticeship System and Socio-Economic Development of Contemporary Igbo Youths: An Ethical Reconsideration", INTERDISCIPLINARY JOURNAL OF AFRICAN & ASIAN STUDIES (IJAAS), Vol. 10, (Issue 2), pp 56-65 |
| 33 | Kenechi Nnaemeka Afunugo. (2024, December), "Debunking Stereotypes: Ethical Frameworks for Understanding Generation Z (Gen Z) Women in Marriage Union Through The Lens of Igbo Cosmology", Crowther Journal of Arts and Humanities,, Vol. 1, (Issue 6), pp 25-43 |
| 34 | Afunugo, Kenechi Nnaemeka and Nwokedi, Godswill Okechukwu. (2024, July), "PAUL’S MISSIONARY STRATEGIES AS PARADIGM FOR EFFECTIVE EVANGELIZATION, PASTORAL DUTIES AND DISCIPLINE IN THE CONTEMPORARY NIGERIA SOCIETY", Journal Of Religion And Human Relations, Vol. 15, (Issue 1), pp 81-101 |
| 35 | Afunugo, Kenechi Nnaemeka. (2024, December), "PROMOTING MARITAL FIDELITY: THE SOCIO RELIGIOUS CASE FOR HONEST PATERNITY IN LAGOS URBAN, LAGOS STATE, NIGERIA", IDEAL INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL of IGBO SCHOLARS FORUM, NIGERIA, Vol. 17, (Issue 3), pp xivii - xxix, xivii - |
| 36 | Afunugo, Kenechi Nnaemeka. (2024, December), "ECHOES OF ANCESTRY: THE SPIRITUAL SIGNIFICANCE OF IGBO NATIVE LANGUAGE MUSIC IN ANGLICAN CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP", ÉKWÉ JỌNAL NKE NDỊ IGBO SCHOLARS FORUM, NIGERIA, Vol. 17, (Issue 2), pp 30-39 |
| 37 | Afunugo, Kenechi Nnaemeka. (2024, July), "Theological and Cultural Perspectives on Gender Identity in Igboland: Examining Biblical and Folk Evidence Against Transgenderism", Awka Journal of English Language and Literary Studies (Ajells), Vol. 10, (Issue 2), pp 176-200 |
| 38 | Afunugo, Kenechi Nnaemeka and Sam-Obi, Kenechukwu Chinaza. (2024, April), "AN ETHICAL INTERROGATION OF THE STANDARD OF CHINESE PRODUCTS IN NIGERIA'S MARKET SYSTEM", Oracle of Wisdom Journal of Philosophy and Public Affairs (OWIJOPPA)., Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 79-81 |
| 39 | Afunugo, 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 in Collaboration with the Department of Economics and Political Science Education, University of Calabar, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 24-41 |
| 40 | Afunugo, Kenechi Nnaemeka and Kanu, Rex Chika. (2024, August), "REVERSAL TO NIGERIA’S OLD NATIONAL ANTHEM: A SYMBOL OF SUPERSTITION AND UNPROFESSIONALISM IN GOVERNANCE", IGIRIGI A Multi-Disciplinary Journal of African Studies, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 1-14 |
| 41 | Afunugo, Kenechi Nnaemeka. (2024, December), "XENOPHOBIA AND NATIONAL IDENTITY: A STUDY AND MORAL EVALUATION OF CONTEMPORARY SOUTH AFRICAN-NIGERIAN CONFLICTS ON DIGITAL PLATFORMS", Aquino Journal of Philosophy, Vol. 4, (Issue 3), pp 141-150 |
| 42 | Kenechi Nnaemeka Afunugo. (2024, December), "THEOLOGICAL REFLECTIONS ON GLOBAL WARMING: NIGERIAN RELIGIOUS PERSPECTIVES IN THE WAKE OF 2024 FLOODS IN BORNO STATE", Nnadiebube Journal of Philosophy, Vol. 7, (Issue 4), pp 33-43 |
| 43 | Afunugo, Kenechi Nnaemeka & Edwin. O. Nwanchor. (2024, December), "DECENTRALIZATION FOR GOOD GOVERNANCE IN NIGERIA: INSIGHTS FROM HANA RAWHITI’S ERUPTION", IGBOSCHOLARS INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL of IGBO SCHOLARS FORUM, NIGERIA, Vol. 17, (Issue 3), pp xvi-xlvi |
| 44 | Afunugo, Kenechi Nnaemeka & Molokwu, Geoffrey Chidebem. (2024, October), "Enhancing resilience and adaptation among migrants amidst insecurity in Anambra state, Nigeria: Strategic interventions of Christian Churches", Asaba Review;A publication of Sub-Sahara Africa Research Forum in Collaboration with the Department of Economics and Political Science Education, University of Calabar, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 1-14 |
| 45 | Afunugo, 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 |
| 46 | Afunugo, Kenechi Nnaemeka And Nganwuchu, Geoffrey Chiazo. (2024, September), "EMBRACING DIVINE GENDER EQUALITY: PROMOTING FEMALE LEGACY THROUGH THE INHERITANANCE OF FAMILY PROPERTIES IN IGBO LAND", NJIKO: A Multi-Disciplinary Journal of Humanities, Law, Education and Social Sciences, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 39-54 |
| 47 | Afunugo, Kenechi Nnaemeka and Chukwukamma, Kingsley. E.. (2024, August), "Contemporary Mismanagement of Public Finances in Nigeria: Ethical Insights on Tinubu’s Fuel Subsidy Removal Revenues", Multidisciplinary Journal Of Law, Education and Humanities (MJLEH), Vol. 1, (Issue 2), pp 11-20 |
| 48 | Kenechi Nnaemeka Afunugo and Geoffrey Chidebem Molokwu. (2024, July), "ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) AND EFFECTIVE EVANGELIZATION OF THE NIGERIAN CHURCH MISSION: A SOCIO-RELIGIOUS EVALUATION", Journal of African Studies and Sustainable Development., Vol. 7, (Issue 2), pp 86-103 |
| 49 | Kenechi Nnaemeka Afunugo. (2024, October), "ANGLICAN CHURCH'S INTERVENTIONS FOR FLOOD-DISPLACED PERSONS IN ANAMBRA STATE, NIGERIA", AMAMIHE: Journal of Applied Philosophy,, Vol. 22, (Issue 4), pp 31-41 |
| 50 | Afunugo, Kenechi Nnaemeka. (2024, October), "SACRED SATIRE: ETHICAL IMPLICATIONS IN ARTISTIC EXPRESSION AND RELIGIOUS TOLERANCE - A FOCUS ON THE 2024 OLYMPIC GAMES", IGWEBUIKE: An African Journal of Arts and Humanities, Vol. 10, (Issue 4), pp 34-45 |
| 51 | Afunugo, 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 |
| 52 | Afunugo 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 |
| 53 | Afunugo 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 |
| 54 | Afunugo 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 |
| 55 | Afunugo,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 |
| 56 | Afunugo, 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 |
| 57 | Afunugo, 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 |
| 58 | Afunugo, 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 |
| 59 | Afunugo,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 |
| 60 | Afunugo, 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 |
| 61 | Nganwuchu,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 |
| 62 | Afunugo, 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 |
| 63 | Afunugo,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 |
| 64 | Afunugo 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 |
| 65 | Afunugo,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 |
| 66 | Afunugo,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 |
| 67 | Afunugo,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 |
| 68 | Afunugo,K.N.. (2020, June), "The Challenges To The Rule Of Law In Nigeria: A Historical And Theoretical Analysis.", Journal of Arts, Mangement and Social Sciences, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 44-69 |
| 69 | Afunugo,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 |
| 70 | Afunugo,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 |
| 71 | Afunugo,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 |
| 72 | Ugwu,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", Nsukka Journal Of Religion And Cultural Studies, Vol. 6, pp 232-238 |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Editorships | |
|---|---|
| 1 | Editor, "International Journal for Research Trends in Social Science and Humanities (IJRTSSH)" (July, 2025) |
| 2 | Editor, "IDEAL INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL Vol 18, No. 1, January, 2025" (February, 2025) |
| 3 | Editor, "Nigerian Journal Of African Studies (NJAS) volume 6, number 1" (May, 2024) |
| 4 | Editor, "Crowther Journal Of Arts and Humanities" (June, 2024) |
| 5 | Editor, "Leadership Education and Innovation: Shaping Africa's Role in Global Stability and Development" (May, 2024) |
| 6 | Editor, "Crowther Journal Of Arts and Humanities" (August, 2024) |
| Reviewerships | |
| 1 | Reviewer, "Asuwada Philosophy, Peacebuilding and Management of Ethnoreligious Conflicts in Nigeria. "African Journal of Peace and Conflict Studies" (AJPCOS)" (July, 2025) |
| 2 | Reviewer, "Integrity Journal of Arts and Humanities"The Cleansing of the Temple in John 2:13-22: A Metaphor For De-Dollarization of The Nigerian Economy"" (January, 2025) |
| 3 | Reviewer, "CRIMINALITY IN THE NAME OF GOD: INVESTIGATING THE ROLE OF RELIGIOUS INSTITUTIONS IN PERPETUATING VIOLENCE IN NIGERIA" (August, 2025) |
| 4 | Reviewer, "Faith, Peacebuilding and Governance in East Africa- A Local Approach" (March, 2025) |
| 5 | Reviewer, "Nigerian Journals Of Arts And Humanities (NJAH)" (February, 2025) |
| 6 | Reviewer, "Knowledge Generation and AI Validation in Digital Age: A Philosophical Analysis" (June, 2025) |
| 7 | Reviewer, "Journal Publication" (August, 2024) |
| 8 | Reviewer, "Integrity Journal of Arts and Humanities. "Diversity management, inequality, and workplace productivity among immigrants: perception of black immigrant workers living in Canada"" (June, 2024) |
| Examinerships | |
| 1 | Chief Examiner, "Master's Degree Thesis Faculty Defense ( ANGLICAN DIOCESE ON THE NIGER EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENTS IN ONITSHA METROPOLIS: AN APPRAISAL OF POLICY IMPACTS)" (April, 2024 to August, 2025). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 2 | Chief Examiner, "MA Thesis Faculty defense (The Influence of Traditional Beliefs on Christianity in the Contemporary Igbo Society: A paradigm shift)" (November, 2022 to June, 2024). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Departmental Career Officer (Appointment Letter for Continuation in Office), "Constitution of Departmental Career Advisory Committee (Department of Religion and Human Relations)" (July, 2025) |
| 2 | Chairman Departmental Quality Assurance Committee ( HOD Appointment Letter), "Nnamdi Azikiwe university Directorate for Quality Assurance" (February, 2024) |
| 3 | Chairman Departmental Quality Assurance Committee (Appointment letter from UNIZIK VICE CHANCELLOR), "Nnamdi Azikiwe university Directorate for Quality Assurance" (April, 2024) |
| 4 | Committee Member on Innovation, "Association for the Promotion of African Studies (APAS)" (July, 2024) |
| 5 | Member, "Departmental Lecturers/Examinations Monitoring" (April, 2023 to April, 2024) |
| 6 | Assistant Faculty Career Officer, "Nnamdi Azikiwe university Counseling and Career Development Center" (September, 2021) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "African society for the study of sociology and Ethics of religions" - 00/105 (member since 2023), https://assoser.org/ |
| 2 | Full Member, "Society for Research and Academic Excellence" - 344/2023/RM (member since 2023), https://www.academicexcellencesociety.com/ |
| 3 | Fellow Member, "Society For Research And Academic Excellence" - 344/2023/23/PSR (member since 2023), https://www.academicexcellencesociety.com/ |
| 4 | Full 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 |
| 5 | Full Member, "Igbo Scholars Forum For Socio-Cultural Advancement (INC)" (member since 2022), https://www-biafuluigboscholarsforum-com-ng.com |
| 6 | Full Member, "Association For The Promotion Of African Studies (APAS)" (member since 2019), https://www.apas.africa/ |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
|---|---|
| 1 | "Religion, Artificial Intelligence (AI), & Humanity", (Department of Religion and Cultural Studies, University of Nigeria Nsukka), 25th February, 2026 to 26th February, 2026; University of Nigeria Nsukka |
| 2 | "2026 Faculty of Arts International Hybrid Conference", (Faculty of Arts, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka), 19th February, 2026 to 20th February, 2026; Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka |
| 3 | "Repositioning Research in Arts and Social Sciences", (Society for Research and Academic Excellence (University of Nigeria Nsukka)), 4th November, 2025 to 5th November, 2025; University of Nigeria Nsukka |
| 4 | "2025 APAS 9th International Conference. Theme: "Shaping Africa's Future: The Impacts of Artificial Intelligence and Entrepreneurship in a Globalised Society"", (The Association for the Promotion of African Studies (APAS)), 27th May, 2025 to 29th May, 2025; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria |
| 5 | "2025 Hybrid International Conference. Theme: "Ethical Dimensions of Progress: Balancing Innovation and Human Values"", (Department of Philosophy, University of Nigeria Nsukka), 14th May, 2025 to 16th May, 2025; University of Nigeria Nsukka |
| 6 | "2025 Hybrid 8th International Conference tagged "Religion, Civil Liberties and Democracy"", (Department of Religion and Cultural Studies, University of Nigeria Nsukka), 26th February, 2025 to 28th February, 2025; University of Nigeria Nsukka |
| 7 | "Repositioning Research in Arts and Social Sciences", (Society For Research and Academic Excellence), 4th December, 2024 to 5th December, 2024; University of Nigeria Nsukka |
| 8 | "Nigerian Association For The Study Of Religions (NASR) 45TH Annual Conference "RELIGION, HUMANITY AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE"", (Nigerian Association For The Study Of Religions), 5th November, 2024 to 8th November, 2024; Nnamdi Azikiwe University,Awka |
| 9 | "2024 APAS 8th International Conference / African Heritage And Sustainability In the Global Future", (The Society For The Promotion of African Studies), 22nd May, 2024 to 25th May, 2024; Nnamdi Azikiwe University,Awka |
| 10 | "2024 International Annual Conference on Climate change, Migration and Security", (Faculty of the Social Sciences, University of Nigeria, Nsukka), 12th March, 2024 to 15th March, 2024; University of Nigeria, Nsukka |
| 11 | "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 |
| 12 | "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), 1st December, 2023 to 1st December, 2023; Nnamdi Azikiwe University |
| 13 | "Doing Theology In an Era of National Insecurity", (Institute Of Theology Paul University,Aeka), 13th November, 2023 to 15th November, 2023; Paul University, Awka |
| 14 | "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 |
| 15 | "Arts and the Art of Nation Building", (Faculty of Arts, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka), 19th October, 2023 to 20th October, 2023; Nnamdi Azikiwe University |
| 16 | "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 |
| 17 | "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 |
| 18 | "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 |
| 19 | "African Ideologies, Human Security And Peace- Building", (Association for the Promotion of African Studies), 10th June, 2020 to 12th June, 2020; Virtual (Visual) conference |
| 20 | "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 |
| 21 | "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 |
| 22 | "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 |
| 23 | "Humanities And Leadership In Africa", (Faculty of Arts, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka), 24th October, 2019 to 26th October, 2019; Nnamdi Azikiwe University,Awka |
| 24 | "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 |
| 25 | "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 |
| 26 | "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 |
| 27 | "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 |
| 28 | "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 |
| 29 | "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 | "Harnessing Artificial Intelligence for Transformative Education and Community Impact", (Nnamdi Azikiwe University ICT Office), 12th November, 2025 to 12th November, 2025; Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka |
| 2 | "PRACTICAL AI TOOLS FOR TEACHING AND RESEARCH EXCELLENCE", (The Association for the Promotion of African Studies (APAS)), 29th July, 2025 to 29th July, 2025; ZOOM (VIRTUAL WORKSHOP) |
| 3 | "Orientation For The University's Quality Assurance Committee", (Nnamdi Azikiwe university Directorate For Quality Assurance And Certification), 26th March, 2024 to 26th March, 2024; Nnamdi Azikiwe University,Awka |
| 4 | "Research Competence", (Department of Adult and continuing Education. Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka), 30th December, 2023 to 30th December, 2023; Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka |
| 5 | "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 |
| 6 | "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 |
| 7 | "Coaching and career development skills", (Center for Counseling and career development), 24th May, 2021 to 27th May, 2021; Nnamdi Azikiwe University |
| Seminar | |
| 1 | "Writing Scientific Research, IBR and Research Fellowship", (Department of Religion and Human Relations, Faculty of Arts; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 4th November, 2024 to 4th November, 2024; Nnamdi Azikiwe University,Awka |
| 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 |