Dr. Iloraah Samuel Udobi
Dr. Iloraah Samuel Udobi is a SENIOR LECTURER in RADIOLOGY Department, Faculty Of Medicine in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
Brief profile
Dr Samuel Iloraah Udobi, a native of Urum Town in Awka North LGA of Anambra state is a Senior Lecturer at the department of Radiology, Faulty of Medicine, College of Health Sciences of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus.
Primary school education at Community Primary School Urum, secondary school education at Community Secondary School Urum (as a pioneer student) and university education at the University of Nigeria Nsukka (UNN) where he obtained his MB.BS degree.
He is also a Fellow of West African College of Surgeons (WACS, Faculty of Radiology) and a Consultant Radiologist.
He is an ardent believer in Jesus Christ as his personal Lord and Saviour and the Saviour of the whole world.
Personal Information
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Address: | Radiology, Faculty Of Medicine, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF MEDICINE |
Department/Sub-Unit: | RADIOLOGY |
Social Profiles
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | WEST AFRICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS. (Post-Graduate Degree, February, 2016) October, 2008 to October, 2015 FWACS (FELLOW WEST AFRICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS, RADIOLOGY) RADIOLOGY |
| 2 | WEST AFRICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS. (Post-Graduate Degree, October, 2015) October, 2008 to October, 2015 PART 2 FWACS, (RESULT OF FELLOWSHIP EXAMINATIONS OF THE WEST AFRICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS) RADIOLOGY |
| 3 | WEST AFRICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS. (Post-Graduate Degree, October, 2008) October, 2004 to October, 2008 PART 1 FWACS, (RESULT OF FELLOWSHIP EXAMINATIONS OF THE WEST AFRICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS) RADIOLOGY |
| 4 | WEST AFRICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS. (Post-Graduate Degree, October, 2004) October, 2002 to October, 2004 FWACS (PRI) RADIOLOGY |
| 5 | University Of Nigeria Nsukka. (Bachelor Degree, May, 2002) September, 1991 to December, 2000 MB.BS Medicine And Surgery |
| 6 | UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA NSUKKA (UNN). (Bachelor Degree, May, 2002) September, 1991 to December, 2000 MBBS MEDICINE AND SURGERY |
| 7 | University Of Nigeria Nsukka. (Bachelor Degree, May, 2002) September, 1991 to December, 2000 MB.BS Medicine And Surgery |
| 8 | EXTERNAL CANDIDATE. (GCE, June, 1990) May, 1989 to June, 1989 |
| 9 | External candidate. (GCE, June, 1989) May, 1989 to June, 1989 GCE |
| 10 | COMMUNITY SECONDARY SCHOOL URUM. (SSCE, June, 1989) September, 1882 to June, 1988 |
| 11 | COMMUNITY PRIMARY SCHOOL URUM. (FSLC, February, 1986) September, 1976 to September, 1982 FSLC |
| 12 | Community Primary School Urum. (FSLC, February, 1986) September, 1976 to September, 1982 |
| 13 | WEST AFRICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS. (Post-Doctorate Degree, ) September, 2021 to FWACS RADIOLOGY |
| 14 | Community Secondary School Urum. (SSCE, ) September, 1982 to June, 1988 |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Ag. HEAD OF DEPARTMENT, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY/ RADIOLOGY DEPARTMENT October, 2025 to Present |
| 2 | Ag. HEAD OF DEPARTMENT, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY/ RADIOLOGY DEPARTMENT December, 2024 to October, 2025 |
| 3 | ICT OFFICER, RADIOLOGY DEPARTMENT, FACULTY OF MEDICINE, NAU May, 2023 to May, 2024 |
| 4 | EXAMINATION OFFICER, RADIOLOGY DEPARTMENT, FACULTY OF MEDICINE, NAU February, 2022 to February, 2024 |
| 5 | CAREER OFFICER, RADIOLOGY DEPARTMENT, FACULTY OF MEDICINE, NAU September, 2021 to Present |
| 6 | HEAD OF ULTRASOUN UNIT, RADIOLOGY DEPARTMENT, FACULTY OF MEDICINE, NAU January, 2020 to January, 2022 |
| 7 | LECTURER 1, CHUKWUEMEKA ODUMEGWU OJUKWU UNIVERSITY December, 2016 to December, 2019 |
| 8 | Chief Resident, Department of Radiation Medicine, University of NigeriaTeaching Hospital, Ituku Ozalla, Enugu State, Nigeria January, 2010 to January, 2011 |
| 9 | SENIOR REGISTRAR, UNTH, ENUGU, DEPARTMENT OF RADIATION MEDICINE November, 2008 to October, 2015 |
Creative Output
| Book Chapters | |
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| 1 | Udobi Samuel Iloraah, In: Alebiosu CO, Ayodele OE, editors. (2022, June) Essential textbook of MEDICINE (Medical procedures in respiratory medicine - Lung ultrasound). UNIOSUN Publishing Ltd |
| Journal Articles | |
| 1 | Osilo Cynthia, Obasikene Catherine, Samuel Udobi, Umeh Eric. (2026, April), "Body Mass Index as a Predictor of Lumbar Spine Degenerative Changes: Evidence from MRI Studies in Resource-Limited Settings", Asian Journal of Research in Surgery, Vol. 9, (Issue 1), pp 282-290 |
| 2 | (First authorship = Udobi Samuel I.) Udobi Samuel I, Onuh Augustine C. (2026, May), "Comparative Uterine Cavity Dimensions on Hysterosalpingography (HSG) in Women with and without Fibroids: Implications for Fair Pricing Policies in Sub-Saharan Africa", International Journal of Research and Reports in Gynaecology, Vol. 9, (Issue 1), pp 126-133 |
| 3 | (Corresponding author = Udobi Samuel I). Melifonwu Ikenna O, Nwosu Skye N, Udobi Samuel I*, Obasikene Catherine N, Aronu Michael E. (2026, May), "Correlation of Prevoid and Postvoid Urine Volumes with International Prostate Symptom Score among Men with Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms", Asian Journal of Research and Reports in Urology, Vol. 9, (Issue 1), pp 158-168 |
| 4 | Catherine N OBASIKENE, Godwin OBASIKENE, Samuel UDOBI, Michael E ARONU, Chinekwu S NWOSU, Adaeze C OBI. (2026, May), "Prevalence of Concha Bullosa in Nnewi South East Nigeria: A CT-Based Radiological Study", Orient Journal of Medicine, Vol. 38, (Issue 3), pp 33-39 |
| 5 | Osilo Cynthia, Obasikene Catherine, Samuel Udobi, Umeh Eric. (2026, May), "Association of Body Mass Index with Intervertebral Disc Degeneration and Disc Herniation in South-East Nigeria: An MRI Based Study", Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice, Vol. 9, (Issue 1), pp 631-640 |
| 6 | (First author = Udobi SI) Udobi S.I.. (2025, November), "IS HYSTEROSALPINGOGRAPHY STILL RELEVANT IN MODERN-DAY FEMALE INFERTILITY WORK-UP? A REVIEW", International Journal of Research and Reports in Gynaecology, Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 357-364 |
| 7 | (Corresponding author = Udobi SI) Aronu Michael E, Melifonwu Ikenna O, Nwosu Skye N, Udobi Samuel I, Obasikene Catherine N. (2025, November), "Correlation of Detrusor Wall Thickness with International Prostate Symptom Score in Men with Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms", Asian Journal of Medicine and Health, Vol. 23, (Issue 11), pp 49-58 |
| 8 | M E Aronu, C G Azubike, S I Udobi, C N Obasikene, K U Okoye, K M Uke, EO Umeh. (2025, October), "Ultrasound Characteristics and ACR-TIRADS Classification of Thyroid Incidentalomas in Adults Undergoing Imaging for Non- Thyroid Conditions In NAUTH, Nnewi", Orient Journal of Medicine, Vol. 38, (Issue 1), pp 1-8 |
| 9 | (Corresponding author = Udobi SI) KU OKOYE, EO UMEH, CS NWOSU, CM EZEUDE, SI UDOBI(CORRESPONDING AUTHOR), CM OKOYE, C GODSWILL, CG AZUBIKE, AC EMEGOAKOR. (2025, September), "An Observational Case Control Study to Assess the Carotid Intima-media Thickness With Lipid Profile Among Type 2 Diabetics", Asian Journal of Medicine and Health, Vol. 23, (Issue 9), pp 54-66 |
| 10 | (Corresponding author = Udobi SI) AV Mbanuzuru, SI Udobi (CORRESPONDING AUTHOR), CC Ibeh, C Mbanuzuru, CC Okoro. (2025, September), "Telecommunication Mast Siting Near Residential Areas: Potential Carcinogenic Risks, Public Health Risks And Regulatory Gaps In A Sub-Saharan African Context", Journal of Cancer and Tumor International, Vol. 15, (Issue 4), pp 103-112 |
| 11 | (Corresponding author = Udobi SI) ME Aronu, GC Azubike, SI Udobi (CORRESPONDING AUTHOR), CN Obasikene, KU Okoye, KM Uke, EO Umeh. (2025, July), "Correlation of TIRADS Classification and Nodule Size with Serum TSH in Adults with Thyroid Incidentalomas", Journal of Advances in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Vol. 27, (Issue 7), pp 108-116 |
| 12 | (First author = Udobi SI) Udobi SI, Onuh AC, Udobi JI, Ezebialu IU. (2025, June), "Association of Uterine Fibroids with Various Age Related Parameters Among Premenopausal Women: A Prospective Analytical Study in a Tertiary Health Care Center", Journal of Advances in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Vol. 27, (Issue 6), pp 19-28 |
| 13 | Chinedu G. Azubike, Michael E. Aronu, Samuel I. Udobi, Catherine N. Obasikene, Kelechi U. Okoye, Kelechi M. Uke, Eric O. Umeh.. (2025, October), "Prevalence of Thyroid Incidentalomas in Adults Attending Clinics in Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi for Unrelated Conditions", Tropical Journal of Medical Research, Vol. 24, (Issue 1), pp 77-82 |
| 14 | Obieje KG, Aronu ME, Nwosu CS, Obasikene CN, Udobi SI, Eze KC. (2024, May), "Understanding Delays in CT Management for Traumatic Head Injuries:The Impact of Social Factors", Asian Journal of medical Principles and Clinical Practice, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 231-239 |
| 15 | Elendu K, Aronu ME, Umeh E, Okafor C, Umeokafor C, Nwammuo C, Uwanuruochi K, Mbaeri TU, Udobi S. (2024, March), "COMPARATIVE STUDY OF SONOURETHROGRAPHY AND CONVENTIONAL URETHROGRAPHY IN DETECTION OF PERI-URETHRAL ABNORMALITIES", Niger Delta Journal of Medicine and Medical Research, Vol. -3, (Issue -1), pp 52-56 |
| 16 | Obieje KG, Aronu ME, Nwosu CS, Obasikene CN, Udobi SI, Eze KC. (2024, April), "Correlation of Glasgow Coma Scale with Head Computed Tomographic Findings in Patients with Traumatic Brain Injury in a Tertiary Hospital in Nnewi", Journal of Advances in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Vol. 25, (Issue 5), pp 59-65 |
| 17 | (First author = Udobi SI) Udobi SI, Onuh AC, Udobi JI, Ezeama CO. (2023, September), "Correlation of Structural Uterine Abnormalities with Abnormal Uterine Bleeding", International Journal of Health & Medical Research, Vol. 02, (Issue 09), pp 315-322 |
| 18 | (First author = Udobi SI) SI Udobi, SO Mgbor, AC Onuh, ME Aronu, EN Obikili, NC Nwankwo. (2022, June), "Complementary Roles of Hysterosalpingography and Transabdominal Ultrasonography in the Assessment of the Uterus Among Women With Infertility in a Developing Nation", Orient Journal of Medicine, Vol. 34, (Issue 2), pp 1-8 |
| 19 | (First author = Udobi SI) Udobi SI, Udobi JI, Onuh AC, Ezebialu IU. (2022, March), "Interchangeable use of ‘Abortion’ and ‘Miscarriage’ Among Women With Infertility: A Means of Avoiding Abortion Disclosure and Perceived Stigma", Interchangeable use of ‘Abortion’ and ‘Miscarriage’ Among Women With Infertility: A Means of Avoiding AborWorld Journal of Advance Healthcare Research, Vol. 6, (Issue 3), pp 16-21 |
| 20 | (Corresponding author = Udobi SI) AC Onuh, SI Udobi (CORRESPONDING AUTHOR), ME Aronu. (2022, August), "Intrauterine adhesions, peritubal adhesions and tubal occlusion on hysterosalpingography: Any significant correlations with clinical history of previous pelvic inflammatory disease, dilatation and curettage and other pelvic surgeries among patients with secondary infertility?", Annals of Clinical and Biomedical Research, Vol. 3, pp 56-61 |
| 21 | (Corresponding author = Udobi SI) Onuh A.C, Udobi SI (CORRESPONDING AUTHOR), Udobi JI. (2022, August), "Lower Abdominal Surgeries Among Women With Infertility: HSG Imaging Findings", 2. Onuh A.C, Udobi SI and Udobi JI. Lower Abdominal Surgeries Among Women With InfeWorld Journal of Advance Healthcare Research, Vol. 6, (Issue 9), pp 74-79 |
| 22 | (First author = Udobi SI) Udobi SI, Onuh A, Nwankwo C, Mgbe E, Mgbor S, Obikili E. (2021, July), "Ultrasonographic Evaluation of Endometrial Thickness; How Relevant in Female Infertility Assessment?", Ultrasonographic Evaluation of Endometrial Thickness; How Relevant iWorld Journal of Advance Healthcare Research, Vol. 5, (Issue 4), pp 127-131 |
| 23 | (First author = Udobi SI) Udobi SI, Onuh AC, Obikili EN, Ezebialu IU, Nwankwo NC, Mgbor SO. (2021, September), "Pattern and Correlates of Abnormal Tubal Findings in HSG Study of Women With Infertility in Enugu, Nigeria", Pattern and Correlates of Abnormal Tubal Findings in HSG Study oWorld Journal of Advance Healthcare Research, Vol. 5, (Issue 4), pp 01-05 |
| 24 | 8. Akawuku GI, Obioma P, Udobi SI. (2020, July), "5G Technology and its Health Impact in Africa", IDOSR Journal of Computer and Applied Sciences, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 43-51 |
| 25 | Aronu ME, Okafor CO, Udobi SI. (2018, September), "Patterns of Plain Radiographic Findings among Patients with Chest Trauma in Awka, Nigeria", International Journal of Medical Research & Health SciencesInternational Journal of Medical Research & Health Sciences, Vol. 7, (Issue 6), pp 123-128 |
| 26 | Michael E Aronu, Chisolum O Okafor, Ikechukwu Innocent Mbachu, Udobi Samuel Iloraah, Lawrence Ikeako, Charles Ikechukwu Okafor. (2018, March), "A Review Of The Correlation Between Clinical Diagnosis And Ultrasound Diagnosis In First Trimester Vaginal Bleeding", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 8, pp 120=124 |
| 27 | (First author = Udobi SI) Samuel Iloraah Udobi, Michael Echeta Aronu. (2017, July), "Hysterosalpingographic Findings In Women With Infertility In Awka, Anambra State, South‑East Nigeria", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 27 |
| Dissertations | |
| 1 | Udobi SI. (2013, April), "ULTRASONOGRAPHIC AND HYSTEROSALPINGOGRAPHIC EVALUATION OF THE UTERUS IN WOMEN WITH INFERTILITY IN ENUGU, NIGERIA". |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | SI Udobi, JI Udobi, AC Onuh. (2023, January), "Awareness of pelvic surgeries undergone and possible effects of such surgeries among patients presenting for HSG on account of infertility", , Vol. 35, (Issue 1), pp 33-33 |
| 2 | Udobi SI, Udobi JI, Onuh AC. (2022, July), "Awareness of pelvic surgeries undergone and possible effects of such surgeries among patients presenting for HSG on account of infertility", |
| 3 | SI Udobi, AC Onuh, ME Aronu, Mgbor SO, NC Nwankwo, EN Obikili. (2019, January), "Comparison Of Hysterosalpingographic And Transabdominal Ultrasonograghic Findings in the Uterus of Women With Infertility in Enugu, Nigeria", |
| 4 | Udobi SI, Onuh AC, Ezebialu IU, Mgbor SO, Nwankwo NC, EN Obikili. (2019, January), "Pattern And Correlates Of Abnormal Tubal Findings in HSG Study of Women With Infertility in Enugu, Nigeria", |
| 5 | Udobi SI. (2019, October), "Hysterosalpingography Versus Sonohysterography; Good Calls And Pitfalls", |
| 6 | Udobi SI, Aronu ME. (2018, January), "Hysterosalpingographic Findings in Women With Infertility in Awka.", |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Supervisions | |
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| 1 | "CORRELATION BETWEEN BODY MASS INDEX AND MAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGING FINDINGS AMONG ADULTS WITH LOW BACK PAIN IN NNEWI" (2025). Completed Doctorate project by Dr Osilo, Cynthia Nkiruka |
| Editorships | |
| 1 | Editor, "Orient Journal of Surgical Sciences" (December, 2021) |
| 2 | Editor, "ORIENT JOURNAL OF SURGICAL SCIENCES" (December, 2020) |
| Reviewerships | |
| 1 | Reviewer, "Integrating Artificial Intelligence And Machine Learning In Personalized Medicine: A Multidisciplinary Review Of Emerging Technologies And Translational Applications" (July, 2025) |
| 2 | Reviewer, "Clinical Motivation Experience Practicum at Rehabilitation Center, Boston: A Case Study" (May, 2024) |
| 3 | Reviewer, "Investigating Infertility Causes, Obesity Rates, and Mental Status of Infertile Females Attending the Infertility Center at Azadi Teaching Hospital in Kirkut City Iraq." (January, 2024) |
| 4 | Reviewer, "The Impact of Pre-implantation Saline Infusion Sonohysterography on Success Rate of Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection: A randomized Clinical Trial" (August, 2024) |
| Examinerships | |
| 1 | Examiner, "Final (5th MB,BS)" (August, 2025 to August, 2025). Completed External Exam |
| 2 | Examiner, "5th MB.BS(Final) Surgery" (January, 2025 to January, 2025). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| 3 | Examiner, "5th MBBS (RESIT) EXAM" (October, 2019 to November, 2019). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| 4 | Examiner, "5th MBBS (MAIN) EXAM 2019" (July, 2019 to July, 2019). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| 5 | Examiner, "5TH MBBS MAIN EXAM (FINAL DEGREE EXAM)" (July, 2018 to July, 2018). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | CHAIRMAN, "HEALTH COMMITTEE, URUM DEVELOPMENT UNION (TOWN UNION)" (January, 2025) |
| 2 | Member, "Quality Assurance Committee Nnamdi Azikiwe Universitynamdi Azikiwe University" (March, 2024) |
| 3 | Merit Award Winner year 2024, "Nigerian Medical Association, Awka Zone" (January, 2024 to December, 2024) |
| 4 | Member, "MSc. and PhD. programmes review committee in Radiology department, faculty of Medicine" (December, 2022) |
| 5 | MEMBER, "INDUCTION COMMITTEE, FACULTY OF MEDICINE, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY" (July, 2021) |
| 6 | Publicity Secretary, "MDCAN, COOUTH, Amaku, Awka" (April, 2019 to November, 2019) |
| 7 | member, "local organising committee" (January, 2018) |
| 8 | Sector Commander, "Nigerian Legion. Corps of commisionaires, Anambra state Commands" (March, 2018) |
| 9 | member, "Ceremonial committee, Academic board, College of MedicineCOOU, Awka" (July, 2017 to November, 2019) |
| 10 | Sector Commander, "Nigerian legion, corps of commisinaires, Enugu state command" (November, 2016 to February, 2018) |
| 11 | member, "Medical Advisory Committee, COOUTH, Amaku, Awka" (July, 2016 to December, 2017) |
| 12 | Ag HEAD, DEPARTMENT OF RADIOLOGY, "CHUKWUEMEKA ODUMEGWU OJUKWU UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL,AMAKU AWKA" (July, 2016 to September, 2019) |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "TECHNIQUE AND INTERPRETATION OF VIRTUAL CT COLONOSCOPY", (NIGERIAN SOCIETY OF ABDOMINAL RADIOLOGISTS), 19th September, 2024 to 19th September, 2024; ZOOM |
| 2 | "SCIENTIFIC CONFERENCE AND 5TH EMERITUS PROFESSOR NWAKO MEMORIAL LECTURE", (NIGERIAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION, ANAMBRA STATE), 20th July, 2024 to 20th July, 2024; ONITSHA |
| 3 | "50th Annual scientific conference. Theme: Ensuring Universal Access to Surgical Services by the West African College of Surgeons at Hotel King Fahd Palace, Dakar, Senegal.", (West African College of Surgeons), Dakar Senegal |
| 4 | "2022 Annual GeneralMeeting / Scientific Conference and 4th Emeitus Prof. Festus Aghagbo Nwako Memorial Lecture. Theme: Excellence in healthcare delivery", (Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Anambra state 2022 Annual GeneralMeeting / Scientific Conference), NMA Awka zonal secretariat COOUTH Awka |
| 5 | "50th Annual scientific conference", (50th Annual scientific conference. Theme: Ensuring Universal Access to Surgical Services by the West African College of Surgeons.), 50th Annual scientific conference. Theme: Ensuring Universal Access to Surgical Services by the West AfricanHotel King Fahd Palace, Dakar, Senegal. |
| 6 | "54th Annual Scientific Conference", (54th Annual Scientific Conference. ThemAssociation Of Radiologists Of West Africa), 54th Annual Scientific Conference. Theme: Advances In Trauma Imaging By The Association Of RadiologistDoctors’ House, Benin-Lagos Expressway, Benin, Edo State. |
| 7 | "19th NADUHS / 35th CODHESNU Scientific Conference 19th NADUHS / 35th CODHESNU Scientific Conference /Quality Assurance and Control, the way Forward for the University Health Services System", (NADUHS and CODHESNU), 19th NADUHS / 35th CODHESNU Scientific Conference / Annual General Meeting. Theme: Quality Assurance and Control, the way Forward for the Un Nnamdi Azikiwe University Main Auditorium. |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "Manuscript Writing Workshop", (West African College of Surgeons), 22nd January, 2012 to 23rd January, 2012; 3J’s Hotels Jabi, Abuja |
| 2 | "2nd Health Management And Ethics Course", (West African College Of Surgeons), 2nd Health Management And Ethics Course By The West AfricaAt Trenchard Hall, University Of Ibadan, Ibadan. |
| Seminar | |
| 1 | "Strategic Security Management Training", (Strategic Security MaInstitute of Strategic Management, Nigeria), 22nd June, 2018 to 22nd June, 2018; Awka |
| Webinar | |
| 1 | "Design and digitization training", (Vita Learning Academy), 12th May, 2024 to 13th May, 2024; ZOOM |