Dr. Chukwunonso Divine Okpala
Dr. Chukwunonso Divine Okpala is a SENIOR LECTURER in AGRICULTURAL AND BIORESOURCES Department, Faculty Of Engineering in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
Dr. Okpala, Chukwunonso Divine is currently a Lecturer I in the department of Agricultural and Bioresources Engineering of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria. He attended Federal University Of Technology, Owerri, where he obtained a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng) degree in Agricultural Engineering in 2007. In 2014 he obtained a Master of Engineering (M.Eng) degree in Food and Bioprocess Engineering from Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria. In 2021 he completed and was awarded the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Food and Bioprocess Engineering by Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. He is member of Nigerian Institution of Agricultural Engineers (NIAE), Nigerian Society of engineers (NSE), American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) and is a COREN-Registered Engineer. He has carried out a good number of researches published in national and international journals, some of which were sponsored by Research Project Intervention grants. His areas of research interest is Food and Bioprocess Engineering and GIS-Based in agriculture.
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Address: | Agricultural And Bioresources, Faculty Of Engineering, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
Department/Sub-Unit: | AGRICULTURAL AND BIORESOURCES |
Social Profiles
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
|---|---|
| 1 | NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY AWKA. (Doctor of Philosophy, July, 2021) March, 2015 to July, 2021 PhD AGRICULTURAL AND BIOPROCESSING ENGINEERING (FOOD AND BIOPROCESSING ENGINEERING) |
| 2 | NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY AWKA. (Master Degree, February, 2014) October, 2010 to February, 2014 M.ENG AGRICULTURAL AND BIOPROCESSING ENGINEERING (PROCESSING AND STORAGE ENGINEERING) |
| 3 | FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY OWERRI. (Bachelor Degree, August, 2008) October, 2003 to October, 2007 B.ENG AGRICULTURAL ENGINEERING |
| 4 | COMMUNITY SECONDARY SCHOOL AMANSEA. (NECO, June, 2002) September, 1995 to June, 2001 |
| 5 | CENTRAL SCHOOL AWKA. (FSLC, May, 1996) September, 1989 to October, 1994 |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | SECRETARY, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY,AWKA January, 2025 to Present |
| 2 | SIWES CORDINATOR (ABE), Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka October, 2021 to Present |
| 3 | Hostel Warden, Basil Oli Hostel, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State September, 2021 to Present |
| 4 | INDUSTRIAL VISIT CHAIRMAN, Agricultural and Bioresource Engineering Department,Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka August, 2020 to Present |
| 5 | LECTURER III, FEDERAL POLYTECHNIC OKO December, 2016 to November, 2017 |
| 6 | PROJECT ENGINEER, ANAMBRA STATE FADAMA COORDINATION OFFICE September, 2014 to December, 2019 |
| 7 | EMIS DESK OFFICER, ANAMBRA STATE UNIVERSAL BASIC EDUCATION BOARD (ASUBEB) April, 2011 to December, 2019 |
| 8 | MAINTENANCE OFFICER, MAY AND BAKER NIG. PLC February, 2006 to October, 2006 |
Creative Output
| Journal Articles | |
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| 1 | Desmond Okechukwu Amaefule , Charles Obiora Nwajinka , Chukwunonso Divine Okpala. (2025, March), "Predicting the optimal replacement time for farm power and machinery using a computer programme", Unizik Journal of Technology, Production and Mechanical Systems, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 204-214 |
| 2 | Nsofor, P. S., Nwajinka, C. O., Anyene, C. C. C., Onwuka, U. N. and Okpala, C. D.. (2024, June), "DESIGN, FABRICATION AND PERFORMANCE EVALUATION OF POULTRY FEED PELLETING", Umudike Journal of Engineering and Technology (UJET), Vol. 10, (Issue 1), pp 1-19 |
| 3 | EC Nwanna, LC Orakwe, EC Chukwuma, CP Nwachukwu, CD Okpala, JI Maduegbuna, HC Oyeoka. (2024, February), "Physical and Chemical Scrutiny of Obizi River in Awka South Local Government Area of Anambra State, Nigeria for Domestic Consumption", Journal of Engineering Research and Reports, Vol. 26, (Issue 2), pp 170-180 |
| 4 | Nwachukwu C.P, Okoro A.C, Ejikeme E.E, Nwanna E.C, and Okpala C.D. (2024, November), "Optimization of Soil Teemperature Dynamics under Different Irrigation Schedules , Tillage Methods, and NPK Fertilizer Application Rates", Asian Journal of Advances in Agricultural Research, Vol. 24, (Issue 11), pp 7-13 |
| 5 | Anyene, C. C. C., Nwajinka, C. O. , Nsofor, P. S. , Okpala, C. D. and Ogbuagu, N. J.. (2024, March), "An Assessment of the Effects of Different Soaking Pretreatments and Microwave Drying Conditions on Selected Phytochemical Properties of Tigernut (Cyperus esculentus)", UNIZIK JOURNAL OF ENGINEERING AND APPLIED SCIENCES, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 513 -523 |
| 6 | Umeghalu, I.C.E., Ubah, J.I., Nwanna, E.C., Okpala, C. D., Akwuobi, S.I., J. C. Okonkwo, Maduegbuna, J.I.. (2024, March), "Improving Poultry Waste Management for Energy Production in Nigeria: A Case Study of Poultry Management Systems in Selected Local Government Areas of Anambra State, Nigeria", nternational Journal of Environmental & Agriculture Research (IJOEAR), Vol. 10, (Issue 3), pp 10-21 |
| 7 | Onyemauche Fabian Anonye; Charles Obiora Nwajinka; Chukwunonso Divine Okpala; Desmond Okechukwu Amaefule; Chike Pius Nwachukwu; Chigozie James Chinwuba; Samuel Ifeanyi Akwuobi. (2024, September), "Determination of the Effect of Steeping and Blanching Pretreatments and Drying Temperatures on the Proximate Properties of White-Fleshed Sweet Potato Variety", International Journal of Engineering Research & Science (IJOER), Vol. 10, (Issue 9), pp 1-10 |
| 8 | Emmanuel Chibundo Chukwuma, Chris Chukwuma Okonkwo, Oluwasola Olakunle Daniel Afolabi, Quoc Bao Pham, Daniel Chinazom Anizoba, and Chukwunonso Divine Okpala. (2023, February), "Groundwater vulnerability to pollution assessment: an application of geospatial techniques and integrated IRN‑DEMATEL‑ANP decision model", Environmental Science and Pollution Research |
| 9 | Okpala Chukwunonso Divine , Onuegbu Chris U , Nwajinka Charles Obiora , Ogbuagu Jane Nneka , Amaefule Desmond Okechukwu. (2023, June), "Modeling and optimization of effects of chemically and biologically synthesized NanoFe2O3 supplemented feeds on growth and hematological parameters of African Catfish (Clarias Gariepinus", Indian journal of Engineering, Vol. 20, (Issue 53), pp e24ije1655 |
| 10 | C. O. Nwajinka , C. D. Okpala , N, J. Ogbuagu , E. Igbokwe. (2022, December), "Determination of Optimized Locations for Modular Rice Paddy Aggregation Centres in Anambra State, Nigeria by GIS-Based Approach", Asian Journal of Applied Sciences (ISSN: 2321 – 0893), Vol. 10, (Issue 6), pp 498-507 |
| 11 | C. D. Okpala1, J. I. Igbokwe2 , C. O. Nwajinka1 , E. C. Igbokwe2 and J. I. Ubah. (2021, May), "Gis-Based Multi Criteria Model For Location Of Rice Aggregation Centers In Anambra State", Unknown Journal or Publisher |
| 12 | Ubah J. I , Orakwe L.C , Awu J.I , Chukwuma E.C , Okpala C.D. (2021, June), "Modeling And Forecasting Of Total Dissolved Solids For Irrigation Water Quality Assessment", Unknown Journal or Publisher |
| 13 | Okpala C. D , Nwuba E.I.U , Nwajinka C. O ,Ezeliora C.D , Okonkwo C.C. (2021, June), "Geospatial Mapping, Modelling And Optimization Of Modular Rice Aggregation Centers In Anambra Zone", Unknown Journal or Publisher |
| 14 | C. O. Nwajinka, E. O. Okonjo, D. O. Amaefule, and D. C. Okpala. (2020, July), "Effect of Microwave Power and Slice Thickness on Fiber and Ash Content of Dried Sweet Potato (Ipomoea Batata)", Nigeria Journal of Technology (NIJOTECH), Vol. 39, (Issue 3), pp 933-941 |
| 15 | C. O. Nwajinka, D. C. Okpala, J. Ibuodinma. (2019, January), "EVALUATION OF FREEZE-DRYING CHARACTERISTICS OF PLANTAIN AND CARROT SLIC", Unknown Journal or Publisher |
| 16 | Nwajinka, C.O , Okpala, D. C and Atu, I. J. (2018, June), "DETERMINATION OF SELECTED PHYSICAL AND MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF AFRICAN BREADFRUIT (var. Inversa) SEEDS", Unknown Journal or Publisher |
| 17 | Nwajinka, C.O, Okpala, D. C and Atu, I. J. (2018, June), "EVALUATION OF SOME PROPERTIES OF MORINGA OLEIFERA SEEDS", Unknown Journal or Publisher |
| 18 | CO Nwajinka, SI Oluka, CD Okpala. (2014, December), "THE KINETIC AND SPECIFIC ENERGY CONSUMPTION OF MELON SEED DRYING", UNIZIK Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Vol. 10, (Issue 1) |
| 19 | Ezeliora Chukwuemeka Daniel , Adinna Boniface O. , Umeh Maryrose Ngozi , Okpala Chukwunonso Divine. (2014, October), "Analysis Of The Variables Of A Production Mix In A Manufacturing Industry (A Case Of Niger Bar Soap Manufacturing Industry Onitsha, Anambra State, Nigeria)", American Journal of Mechanical Engineering and Automation |
| 20 | Nwajinka CO , Okpala CD and Benjamine Udoye. (2014, October), "Thin Layer Drying Characteristics Of Cocoyam Corm Slices", Unknown Journal or Publisher |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | E. C. Nwanna, C. D. Okpala, C. P. Nwachukwu, C. E. Okafor, J. I. Maduegbuna. (2024, November), "Heavy metal contamination of Obizi river in Awka town for domestic purposes", |
| 2 | Ogbuagu Nneka Juliana, Amaefule Desmond Okechukwu, Okpala Chukwunonso Divine and Ebizie Promise Ikechukwu. (2024, November), "Production of feather-derived protein for animal feed: processes, nutritional value, and market potential", |
| 3 | Chinedu C. C. Anyene, Charles O. Nwajinka, Okechukwu D. Amaefule and Chukwunonso D. Okpala. (2024, November), "Determination of the Level of Agricultural Mechanisation and Tractorisation in Orumba North Local Government Area", |
| 4 | Ogbuagu Nneka Juliana, Anyanwu, Cosmas Ngozichukwuka , Chiwetalu Uche Janice, Okpala Chukwunonso Divine, Offichia Chinwe Oluokwukwe, Iyke-Ugwueze Kelechi Angela. (2023, August), "Analysis of Mechanical and Thermal Properties of Epoxy Composite Reinforced with Chicken Feather and Calabash Gourd (Lagenaria Siceraria)", |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Grants | |
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| 1 | Collaborator: "Development and Evaluation of Nano-Materials as Fish Feed Additives for Enhanced Catfish Production" (June, 2023 to December, 2024). Completed sponsored grant by Tetfund Institutional Based Reserach |
| 2 | Collaborator: "Determination of Optimized Locations for Modular Rice Paddy Aggregation Centres in Anambra State, Nigeria by GISBased Approach" (January, 2022 to December, 2022). Completed sponsored grant by TET FUND INSTITUTIONAL BASED RESEARCH (IBR) |
| Reviewerships | |
| 1 | Reviewer, "REACTION OF NON-COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS WITH FIRE TO SAFE GUARD LIVES AND PROPERTY IN BUILDING ENVIRONMENT" (July, 2024) |
| 2 | Reviewer, "Factors Influencing the Adoption of Green Technology (Enterprise) Among Farmers in Oyo state" (December, 2023) |
| Examinerships | |
| 1 | Examiner, "Determination of the effects of pre-treatments and drying conditions on the phytochemical and nutritional properties of Cyperus esculentus L." (April, 2023 to May, 2023). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | SECRETARY, "NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY,AWKA" (January, 2025 to December, 2025) |
| 2 | Member, "Food Processing and Other Agro-Allied Production Committee, Faculty of Engineering, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (June, 2023) |
| 3 | SIWES Supervisor, "Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) Unit, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (April, 2023 to May, 2023) |
| 4 | Member, "Department of Agricultural and Bioresources Engineering Editorial Board" (August, 2023 to December, 2024) |
| 5 | Constitution Committee, "Scripture Union Nigeria" (August, 2021 to November, 2021) |
| 6 | SIWES Coordinator, "Department of Agricultural and Bioresources, Faculty of Engineering, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (October, 2021) |
| 7 | Resource Person, "Anambra State Universal Basic Education Board (ASUBEB)" (March, 2021) |
| 8 | Hostel Warden, "Basil Oli Hostel, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State" (September, 2021 to December, 2024) |
| 9 | Vice Chancellor NECO Examination Monitoring Team 2020, "UNIZIK HIGH SCHOOL" (June, 2020 to August, 2020) |
| 10 | Chairman, "Industrial Visit Committee, Department of Agricultural and Bioresources, Faculty of Engineering, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (February, 2020) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "AMERICAN SOCIETY OF AGRICULTURAL AND BIOLOGICAL ENGINEERS" - 1060617 (member since 2022), https://www.asabe.org/ |
| 2 | Full Member, "THE NIGERIAN INSTITUTION OF AGRICULTURAL ENGINEERS" - M2294 (member since 2021), https://niae.net/ |
| 3 | Full Member, "THE COUNCIL FOR THE REGULATION OF ENGINEERING IN NIGERIA" - R.35,164 (member since 2016), https://portal.coren.gov.ng/Account/Login?ReturnUrl=%2f |
| 4 | Full Member, "Nigerian Society of Engineers" (member since 2016), https://www.nse.org.ng/ |
Relevant Events Attended
| Workshops | |
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| 1 | "TETFund Allianace for Innovative Research (TETFair)", (Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund)), 3rd March, 2024 to 10th March, 2024; Innov8 Hub, Abuja |
| 2 | "EFFECTIVE MANAGEMENT OF CONTRACTS", (GLOBAL TRAINING CONSULTING), 21st May, 2018 to 25th May, 2018; DUBAI |
| 3 | "PUBLIC PROCUREMENT OF ENGINEERING PROJECTS AND CONSULTANCY SERVICES IN NIGERIA", (THE NIGERIA SOCIETY OF ENGINEERS AND TECHGRADE CONSULTING), 6th September, 2016 to 8th September, 2016; TAHIR GUEST HOUSE, KANO |
| 4 | "DEVELOPING PPP INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT PROGRAMMES INITIATIVE", (GLOBAL TRAINING CONSULTING), 8th August, 2016 to 12th August, 2016; GTC LONDON, UK |
| 5 | "PROCUREMENT MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME", (IBADAN BUSINESS SCHOOL), 30th June, 2015 to 11th July, 2015; IBADAN |
| Seminar | |
| 1 | "MANDATORY CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION COURSE FOR PROSPECTIVE CORPORATE MEMBERS", (THE NIGERIA SOCIETY OF ENGINEERS), 9th September, 2015 to 11th September, 2015; LAKEVIEW HOTEL, ENUGU |