Dr. Nwando Joy Nwokoye
Dr. Nwando Joy Nwokoye is a LECTURER I in PURE AND INDUSTRIAL CHEMISTRY Department, Faculty Of Physical Sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
1. I am Nwokoye Joy Nwando. A lecturer 1 in Department of Pure and Industrial Chemistry, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State. My research interest areas are Polymer Chemistry and Environmental Chemistry.
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Address: | Pure And Industrial Chemistry, Faculty Of Physical Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES |
Department/Sub-Unit: | PURE AND INDUSTRIAL CHEMISTRY |
Social Profiles
Interest Areas
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.. (Doctor of Philosophy, February, 2025) March, 2010 to February, 2025 PhD Polymer Chemistry |
| 2 | National Teachers' Institute, Nigeria. (Post-Graduate Degree, September, 2014) January, 2013 to December, 2013 PGDE |
| 3 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Master Degree, January, 2009) October, 2006 to November, 2008 M.Tech (Chemical Technology) Analytical Chemical Technology |
| 4 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Bachelor Degree, April, 2004) December, 1998 to March, 2004 B. Tech Chemical Technology |
| 5 | West African Examination Council. (GCE, December, 1998) October, 1998 to November, 1998 G.C.E |
| 6 | Ado Girls' Secondary School, Onitsha. (SSCE, July, 1997) January, 1991 to June, 1996 S.S.C. |
| 7 | Modebe Memorial Primary School Onitsha. (FSLC, December, 1994) January, 1984 to November, 1990 FSLC |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | CEP Coordinator, Department of Pure nd Industrial Chemistry October, 2025 to Present |
| 2 | Chairman, Faculty of Physical Sciences Health, Safety and Environmental Committee March, 2025 to Present |
| 3 | SCSN Coordinator, Department of Pure nd Industrial Chemistry January, 2024 to October, 2025 |
| 4 | Lecturer 1, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka October, 2023 to Present |
| 5 | Lecturer 11, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka December, 2020 to October, 2023 |
| 6 | Assistant Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka December, 2019 to December, 2020 |
| 7 | Lecturer, , Federal College Of Education (Technical) Umunze March, 2012 to December, 2019 |
| 8 | NYSC, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka September, 2005 to September, 2006 |
| 9 | Quality Control Analyst, Sc. Johnson Wax Nigeria Ltd., Lagos March, 2002 to September, 2002 |
Creative Output
| Books | |
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| 1 | Obi-Uchendu, E.C. and Nwokoye, J.N.. (2018, May) Basic Physical Chemistry for Tertiary Institutions Annyco Publishers, pp 1-293 |
| Journal Articles | |
| 1 | Nwokoye, J.N., Tabugbo, B.I., Chris-Okafor, P.U., Anarado. I.l., Eboagu, N.C.. (2026, March), "Agro-Waste Fillers: Impact on Mechanical, Morphological, Solvent Imbibition and Degradation Properties of Low Density Polyethylene", Journal of Basic Physical Research, Vol. 15, (Issue 1), pp 53-60 |
| 2 | Nwokoye, J.N., Chris-Okafor, P.U., Tabugbo, B.I. and Nwekeaku-Anekwe, O.J.. (2026, May), "MIXED AGRO-WASTE FILLER AS REINFORCEMENT: IMPACT ON SOME PROPERTIES OF POLYPROPYLENE", ANACHEM JOURNAL, pp 132-141 |
| 3 | Nwokoye, J.N., Okoye, P.A.C.,, Chris-Okafor, P.U.. (2024, October), "Evaluation of Mechanical and Degradation Properties of Polypropylene Composite Reinforced with Hybridized Biomass Fillers", Nigerian Journal of Polymer Science and Technology, Vol. 19, pp 1-9 |
| 4 | Pauline U. Chris - Okafor , , Joy N. Nwokoye, , Ozioma J. Anekwe - Nwekeaku,, Precious O. Emole, , Blessing II. Tabugbo , Marcellinus C. Ogudo , Usman Rilwan. (2024, April), "Impact of Reinforcement on Environmentally Green Bio - Composites of HDPE/Mixed Agro - Waste: Via Mechanical, Surface Morphology, Water Absorption, and Biodegradable Properties", Asian Journal of Green Chemistry, Vol. 8, (Issue 4), pp 360-372 |
| 5 | Nkeoma Nkasi Okoye , Joy Nwando Nwokoye, Chidimma Malinda Muobike, Francesca Ogechukwu Ojoko, Deborah Amarachi Emmanuel, Faithful Oluchukwu Uche. (2024, December), "Comparative phytochemical and antioxidant studies of the hexane and ethyl acetate fractions of the methanol extracts of the stem bark of Allophylus africanus", Journal of Current Biomedical Research, Vol. 4, (Issue 6), pp 1884-1892 |
| 6 | Nwokoye, J.N., Okoye, P.A.C , Chris-Okafor, p.u. (2024, December), "Cassava peel-Cowpea hull Blended Agro-Waste Fillers: Effect on Mechanical, Morphological and Degradation Properties of Polypropylene Degradation P", INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF LATEST TECHNOLOGY IN ENGINEERING, MANAGEMENT & APPLIED SCIENCE (IJLTEMAS), Vol. 13, (Issue 11), pp 72-78 |
| 7 | Nwokoye, J.N., Okoye, P.A.C.,, Chris-Okafor, P.U.. (2024, October), "Impact of Hybrid Biomass Fillers on the Physico-Mechanical and Degradation Properties of Utility Polymers", INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH AND INNOVATION IN APPLIED SCIENCES (IJRIAS), Vol. 9, (Issue 9), pp 523-532 |
| 8 | Nwanoneze, J.R., Nwokoye, J.N. and Chris-Okafor, P.U.. (2021, January), "Assessment Of Some Nigerian Clays For The Production Of Ceramics.", Journal of Basic Physical Research, Vol. 10, (Issue -1), pp 49-56 |
| 9 | Ogudo, M.C., Chris-Okafor, P. U., Nwokoye, J.N., and Anekwe, O.J.. (2021, August), "Mixed Agro-Waste Biocomposites Of Low Density Polyethene; Impact Of Fillers On Mechanical, Morphological, Water Imbibition And Biodegradability Properties. American Journal Of Polymer Science And Technology", American Journal of Polymer Science and Technology;, Vol. 7, (Issue -17), pp 44-49 |
| 10 | Onyenweaku, C.E., Nwokoye, J.N. and Chris-Okafor, P.U.. (2021, March), "Mechanical And Surface Morphological Properties Of Low Density Polyethylene Composites Filled With Organic Materials", American Journal of Mechanical and Materials Engineering (SciencePG), Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 1-4 |
| 11 | Nkeoma Nkasi Okoye, Joy Nwando Nwokoye, Chukwuma O.B.Okoye. (2021, January), "Alstonia boonei De Wild (Apocynaceae)-A review of its Ethnomedicinal uses, Phytochemistry and Pharmacological Activitis", Journal of Current Biomedical Research, Vol. 1, (Issue 4), pp 95-116 |
| 12 | Eboagu N.C, Ajiwe V.I.E., Ochiagha K.E., Odidika C.C and Nwokoye J.N.. (2020, July), "Bacteriological Assessment Of Selected Borehole Waters In Njikoka Local Government Area Of Anambra State, Nigeria.", IOSR Journal of Environmental Science, Toxicology and Food Technology, Vol. 14, (Issue 7), pp 27-34 |
| 13 | Nwokoye, J.N., Okafor, L, Okpala, P.K.. (2020, July), "Physiochemical Analysis Of Clay Samples In Some Parts Of South Eastern Nigeria.", African Journal of Environment and Natural Science Research (AJENSR), Vol. 3, (Issue 4), pp 68-76 |
| 14 | Chris Okafor, P.U., Arinze, R.U., Nwokoye, J.N. and Uzoechi, R.W.U.. (2020, January), "Study On Pigment-Extender Effect Of Some Nigerian Clays And Calcium Carbonate In Emulsion Paint.", Journal of Applied Chemistry; International Technology and Science, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 1-9 |
| 15 | Nkiruka Charity Eboagu, Collins Chibuzor Odidika; Kate Ekwy Ochiagha; Joy Nwando Nwokoye and Chigozie Michael Ekwunife. (2020, October), "Formulation Of Weaning Food From Fonio (Dignitaria Exilis Stapf) And Soya Beans (Glycine Max)", Science Publishing Group, Vol. 8, (Issue 3), pp 122-127 |
| 16 | Chris-Okafor, P.U., Nwokoye, J.N., Oyom, P.O. and Ilodigwe, B. C. (2018, May), "Effects Of Snail Shell On The Mechanical Properties Of Low Density Polyethylene", London Journal of Research in Science, Vol. 18, (Issue 4), pp 7-12 |
| 17 | Pauline Uchechukwu Chris-Okafor, Arinze Rosemary Uchechukwu, Joy Nwando Nwokoye and Ernest Umar Ukpai. (2017, ), "Effect Of Coconut Husk And Corn Cob As Fillers In Flexible Polyurethane Foam", American Journal of Polymer Science and Technology, Vol. 13, (Issue 4), pp 64-69 |
| 18 | Ofora, P.U., Nwokoye, J.N., Ekpunobi, E.U., Okpalaunegbu, C.A. and Ezeanyika, M.. (2016, March), "Effects Of Bamboo-Corn Husk As Fillers On The Mechanical Properties In Polypropylene", AIS International Journal of Materials Chemistry and Physics, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 88-92 |
| 19 | J.N. Nwokoye, I.O. Alaekwe and C.N. Esika. (2016, ), "The Potential Contributions Of Silicone Towards Sustainable Economic Growth: A Review", Chemical Society of Nigeria, Anambra State Chapter (ANACHEM), Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 1265-1276 |
| 20 | Ofora P.U., Eboatu A.N., Arinze R.U., Nwokoye J.N., Onyema C.T., Ekwueme J.I. and Ohaekwnyem E.C.. (2015, October), "Effects Of Organic Fillers On The Physico-Mechanical Properties Of Low Density Polyethlene", AASCIT Journal of Materials, Vol. 1, (Issue 4), pp 83-88 |
| 21 | Pauline U. Ofora, Rosemary U. Arinze, Chukwuebuka T. Onyema, Justina U. Omaka, Johnson I. Ekwueme, and Joy N. Nwokoye. (2015, December), "Studies On The Mechanical Properties Of Disocorea Dumetorum Starch Filled Linear Low Density Polyethylene Composites", International Journal of Materials Chemistry and Physics ( American Institute of Science), Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 5-8 |
| 22 | Ofora, P. U., Eboatu, A. N., Arinze, R.U. and Nwokoye, J.N.. (2014, July), "Effects Of Natural Filers On Some Properties Of Polystyrene", International Journal of Scientific and Research Publications, Vol. 4, (Issue 7), pp 1-4 |
| 23 | Ofora, P.U. Eboatur, A.N., Arinze, R.U. and Nwokoye, J.N. (2014, July), "Effect Of Fillers Of Animal Origin On The Physico-Mechanical Properties Of Utility Polymer,", IOSR Journal of Applied Chemistry, Vol. 7, (Issue 7), pp 19-23 |
| 24 | Chikwelu, E.E., Okpala, P.K., Nwokoye, J.N. and Okolo, V.O.. (2014, ), "Physiochemical Analysis Of Water Sources In Umunze, Orumba South Local Government Area, Anambra State", International Journal of Innovative and Applied Research, Vol. 2, (Issue 3), pp 1-6 |
| 25 | P.U. Ofora, R.U. Arinze, J.N Nwokoye, C.T. Onyema, I.J Ekwueme and C. Okpalaunegbu. (2014, January), "Modification Of Cassava Residue Into Carbomethycellulose", World Engineering & Applied Sciences Journal, Vol. 5, (Issue 2), pp 36-39 |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | J.N.Nwokoye, P.U.Chris-Okafor, B.I.Tabugbo, O.J. Anekwe-Nwekeaku. (2025, October), "Mixed Agro-Waste Filler as Reinforcement: Impact on Some Properties of Polypropylene", , 35TH Annual Technical Conference/ AGM & 7TH International Conference "DUFUHS 2025" |
| 2 | Nwokoye, J.N., Tabugbo,B.I., Chris-Okafor, P.U., Anarado, I.L., Eboagu, N.C.. (2025, November), "Agro-waste Fillers: Impact on Mechanical , Morphological, Solvent Imbibition and Degradation Properties of Low-Density Polyethylene", , 3RD International Conference of The Physicalo Sciences Faculty, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 3 | Okoye, N.N., Nwabueze, J.B., Obi-Uchendu, E.C, & Nwokoye, J.N.. (2017, October), "Risk of Skin Bleaching, how Informed is the Nigerian Youth?"", , Chemical Society of Nigeria, Anambra State Chapter (Anachem)), 30th October, 2017 to 31st October, 2017; Legacy University, Okija |
| 4 | Nwokoye, J.N., Alaekwe I.O., Esika , C.N.. (2015, November), "The Potential Contributions of Siliconew Towards Susrainable Economic Growth", , 9th ANACHEM Conference Held at Federal College of Education (Technical) Umunze |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Grants | |
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| 1 | Awardee: "Physio-Chemical Characterization of Clay Samples" (July, 2016 to July, 2017). Completed sponsored grant by Tertiary Education Trust Fund |
| Editorships | |
| 1 | Editor, "INOSR Applied Sciences Journal" (March, 2026) |
| Reviewerships | |
| 1 | Reviewer, "RSIS International Journals" (November, 2025) |
| 2 | Reviewer, "International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Sciences (IJRIAS)" (July, 2023) |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Member, "Faculty of Physical Sciences Hope, Horizon and Scholarship Committee" (May, 2025) |
| 2 | Chairlady Parents-Teachers Association, "Assured Care International School Awka" (July, 2022) |
| 3 | Member of Special Task Force on vetting, compilation and producing results, "Pre-Science Unit, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (December, 2021 to December, 2021) |
| 4 | Member Entertainment sub-committee, "Solar Energy Society of Nigeria" (March, 2019 to November, 2019) |
| 5 | Treasurer, "Ebenator Women Association, Nibo" (December, 2016 to December, 2021) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "Polymer Institute of Nigeria" - PIN/M/No 0684 (member since 2021), https://polymerinstitute.org.ng |
| 2 | Full Member, "Chemical Society of Nigeria" - CSN/ANA/20/05399 (member since 2020), https://chemsociety.org.ng |
| 3 | Full Member, "Solar Energy Society of Nigeria" - MSESN 501 - 2008 (member since 2008), https://www.sesn.ng.com |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "3RD INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE OF THE PHYSICAL SCIENCESFACULTY NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY", (Faculty of Physical Sciences), 10th November, 2025 to 13th November, 2025; Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka |
| 2 | "35TH Annual Technical Conference/ AGM & 7TH International Conference "DUFUHS 2025"", (Polymer Institute of Nigeria), 22nd October, 2025 to 25th October, 2025; David Umahi University of Health Sciences, Uburu Ebonyi State |
| 3 | "Risk of Skin Bleaching, how Informed is the Nigerian Youth?", (Chemical Society of Nigeria, Anambra State Chapter (Anachem)), 30th October, 2017 to 31st October, 2017; Ihiala |
| 4 | "Conversion of Solid Organic Waste to Useful Laboratory Chemicals; An Alternative Approach of Waste Management for Environmental Improvement", (Chemical Society of Nigeria, Anambra State Chapter (Anachem)), 9th November, 2015 to 12th November, 2015; FCET, Umunze. |
| 5 | "The Potential Contributions of Silicone towards Sustainable Economic Growth: A Review", (Chemical Society of Nigeria, Anambra State Chapter (Anachem)), 9th November, 2015 to 12th November, 2015; FCET, Umunze. |
| 6 | "Gender Difference and Chemistry Achievement of Senior Secondary Students in Orumba South Local Government Area, Anambra State.", (International Association for Promoting Professional Excellence in Research and Education (INTAPPERE)), 8th June, 2015 to 12th June, 2015; FCET, Umunze |
| 7 | "Challenges Facing Science, Technology and Mathematics Educators in Skill Development for the Attainment of the Millennium Development Goals.", (School of Sciences, Federal College of Education (Technical), Umunze), 9th September, 2013 to 13th September, 2013; FCET, Umunze. |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "Work Ethics", (SEFAN CONSULT), 29th November, 2018 to 29th November, 2018; Federal College of Education (Tech) Umunze |
| 2 | "1st Training Workshop for Women in Chemistry", (Chemical Society of Nigeria.), 24th May, 2018 to 25th May, 2018; Abuja |
| 3 | "Capacity Building Workshop on the Teaching of Chemistry / Physics for Lecturers in Tertiary Institutions", (National Mathematical Centre, Kwali-Abuja), 12th November, 2012 to 16th November, 2012; Kwali-Abuja |
| Seminars | |
| 1 | "Ethics in the University", (Department Of Pure and Industrial Chemistry, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 25th November, 2021 to 25th November, 2021; Awka |
| 2 | "The Technical Elements of Writing Good Academic work", (Department Of Pure and Industrial Chemistry, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 28th October, 2021 to 28th October, 2021; Awka |
| 3 | "Academic Writing and Publication", (Department Of Pure and Industrial Chemistry, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 27th August, 2021 to 27th August, 2021; Awka |
| 4 | "How to use Google Scholar and the Central Information Referencing and Management System (CIRMS)", (Department of Pure and Industrial Chemistry, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 23rd July, 2021 to 23rd July, 2021; Awka |