Dr. Ignatius Machi
Dr. Ignatius Machi is a SENIOR LECTURER in ECONOMICS Department, Faculty Of Social Sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
My name is Ignatius Okoye Machi Ph.D. Economics.
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Address: | Economics, Faculty Of Social Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES |
Department/Sub-Unit: | ECONOMICS |
Social Profiles
Interest Areas
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | University Of Calabar, Calabar. (Doctor of Philosophy, December, 2016) November, 2009 to December, 2016 Doctor Of Philosophy Public Sector Economics |
| 2 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University,Awka. (Master Degree, May, 2008) October, 2004 to February, 2008 Msc. Economics Master Of Science In Economics |
| 3 | Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto. (Post-Graduate Degree, March, 2008) January, 2007 to December, 2007 PGD Education Postgraduate Diploma In Education |
| 4 | Enugu State University Of Science And Technology, Enugu. (Bachelor Degree, October, 2002) October, 1998 to March, 2002 B.Sc. Economics Bachelor Of Science Degree In Economics |
| 5 | Maryland Boys'Secondary School, Enugu. (SSCE, June, 2001) February, 2000 to June, 2001 SSCE The West African Examination Council West African Senior School Certificate |
| 6 | Community Secondary School, Ifite-Ogwari. (SSCE, December, 1996) January, 1991 to June, 1996 SSCE The West African Examination Council Senior School Certificate |
| 7 | Ozubulu Zixton Primary School. (FSLC, December, 1994) January, 1985 to December, 1990 FSLC First School Leaving Certificate |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Deputy Director 1, University Production Process, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka October, 2025 to Present |
| 2 | Chairman, Staff Performance Evaluation Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka April, 2025 to November, 2026 |
| 3 | University Quality Assurance: member, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka April, 2024 to September, 2026 |
| 4 | Coordinator Sandwich program, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka March, 2024 to Present |
| 5 | Lecturer 11, Nnamdi Azikiwe University. January, 2020 to Present |
| 6 | Principal Lecturer, Nwafor Orizu College Of Education Nsugbe Anambra State January, 2019 to January, 2020 |
| 7 | External Examiner (NCE programs), Federal College of Education (Technical) Umunze January, 2018 to September, 2023 |
| 8 | Head, Department of Economics., Nwafor Orizu College Of Education Nsugbe Anambra State November, 2016 to November, 2019 |
| 9 | HOD Economics, Nwafor Orizu College of Education, Nsugbe, Anambra State August, 2016 to July, 2019 |
| 10 | Senior Lecturer, Nwafor Orizu College Of Education Nsugbe Anambra State January, 2015 to January, 2019 |
| 11 | Lecturer 1, Nwafor Orizu College Of Education Nsugbe Anambra State November, 2013 to January, 2015 |
| 12 | Lecturer 2 on Proper Placement, Nwafor Orizu College Of Education Nsugbe Anambra State May, 2009 to August, 2013 |
| 13 | Lecturer 111, Nwafor Orizu College Of Education Nsugbe Anambra State June, 2007 to June, 2009 |
| 14 | Part-time Lecturer in Economics, Nwafor Orizu College Of Education, Nsugbe Anambra State. December, 2005 to June, 2007 |
| 15 | Class Teacher, National Youth Service Corps. Assemblies Of God Comprehensive College. Oju ,Oju LGA. Benue State September, 2003 to September, 2004 |
| 16 | Class Teacher, National Youth Service Corps. Assemblies Of God Comprehensive College. Oju ,Oju LGA. Benue State September, 2003 to September, 2004 |
Creative Output
| Books | |
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| 1 | I.O.MACHI. (2012, April) Enonomics Of Project Evaluation & Analysis, Theory And Practice Oasis Press,Jamb Quarters,FCT Abuja, pp 89 pages |
| 2 | I.O.MACHI. (2012, April) Economics Of Production,An Introductory Textbook Oasis Press,Jamb Quarters,FCT Abuja, pp 201 |
| 3 | I.O.MACHI. (2010, March) Economic Development And Growth In The Third World Economies: An Introduction Digital Alpha Communications, Nwafor Orizu College of Education Nsugbe. Phone 081-66389966,080-33413639, pp 134 pages |
| 4 | IGNATIUS O. MACHI. (2008, March) Introduction To Statistical Methods In Economics And Social Sciences. Joanee Educational Publishers LTD No 51 Awka Road, Onitsha, Nigeria.. email:[email protected], pp 150 pages |
| Book Chapters | |
| 1 | Ignatius Okoye Machi, Abimbola Oluwaseun Oladipo, Bernard Olagboyega Muse. (2026, April) Nigeria 's Petroleum Sector in Perspective Department of Economics, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka |
| 2 | Benedict I. Uzoechina, Ignatius O. Machi. (2022, February) Planning Experience In Other Parts Of The World |
| 3 | MACHI I.O. (2016, October) Issues Of Poor Economic Growth And Under Development-Beyound Sound Economic Policies. In M.E.Meze,U.A.C Ughaerumba,O.J.Okafor(Eds) Readings In Arts & Social Sciences Homer & Hammer LTD 08070660433,08033240518, Vol. 1, pp 284-290 |
| 4 | MACHI I.O. (2015, May) Urban And Regional Planning In Economics In H.O Nwosu,B.S.Okeke,A.O.Okeke,C.O. Obianwu: Readings In Economics akajon publishers,91 Ifite Road,P.O.Box 1009 Awka Anambra State.Tel:08035018768 email: [email protected], Vol. 3 |
| 5 | MACHI I.O. (2013, May) Economics Of Project Evaluation In M.E.Meze,G.I.Kene,J.A.Ezidimma,I.O.Machi(Eds) Readings In Economics akajon publishers,91 Ifite Road,P.O.Box 1009 Awka Anambra State.Tel:08035018768 email: [email protected] |
| 6 | I.O.MACHI. (2012, April) Introduction To Statistics In M.E. Meze,G.I.Kene,J.A. Ezidimma,I.O.Machi,(Eds) Readings In Economics West and Solomon Publishing Coy.Ltd.66 Old Market Road, Onitsha , phone:08052865718 |
| Journal Articles | |
| 1 | Ignatius Okoye Machi, Abimbola Oluwaseun Oladipo, Olabimpe Wakilat Akinromade, Mathew Okechukwu Nwokoye, Vincent Chuks Okafor. (2026, April), "Impact of Financial Technology on Poverty Alleviation in Nigeria", Intelligent Insight in Business and Accounting, Vol. 2, (Issue 1) |
| 2 | Ignatius Okoye Machi, Collins Chidubem Umeghalu, Paul Abijia Osang. (2026, April), "Interactive Effects of Financial Development and Infrastructure on sustainable Economic Growth in Nigeria", Intelligent Insight in Business and Accounting., Vol. 2, (Issue 1) |
| 3 | Queen Chijindu Okeke, Collins Chidubem Umeghalu, Ignatius Okoye Machi. (2026, April), "Does Fiscal policy Spur Economic Growth in Nigeria", Intelligent Insight in Business and Accounting, Vol. 2, (Issue 1) |
| 4 | Queen Chijindu Okeke, Collins Chidubem Umeghalu, Ignatius Okoye Machi. (2026, April), "Exchange Rate Depreciation and Food prices in Nigeria Queen", Intelligent Insight in Business and Accounting, Vol. 2, (Issue 1) |
| 5 | Abimbola Oluwaseun Oladipo, Ignatius Okoye Machi, Joshua Benjamin Yabanat. (2026, May), "Microcredit Participation and Welfare Outcomes For Small and Microbusinesses in Ekiti State, Nigeria: Evidence of Users and Non-Users", Journal of Applied Economics, Social Dynamics and Business, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 11-27 |
| 6 | Collins Umeghalu, Ignatius Machi, Irene Onwuka. (2025, September), "Human Capital Development and Economic Growth In Nigeria", Intellingenuityjournal of Tropical African Spectrum, Vol. 1, (Issue 4) |
| 7 | Ezenwa Tochukwu, Eze Anoke Eze, Machi Ignatius Okoye. (2025, October), "Financial Development and Unemployment Rate in Nigeria", NAU Eco Journal, Vol. 22, (Issue 2), pp 56-74 |
| 8 | Collins Chidubem Umeghalu, Ignatius Okoye Machi, Stephen Maduabuchukwu Chukwuka. (2025, July), "Impact of Welfare Payments on Standard of Living in Nigeria:A Case Of Anambra State", European Archive For Economics and Development Research, Vol. 1, (Issue 3) |
| 9 | Ihedinma Sarah Egbetade, Azuka Florence Nwokocha, Ignatius Okoye Machi (2025). (2025, May), "Assessing the Long. Run Impact of Self-employment On Poverty Reduction in Nigeria (1990-2023): Evidence from FMOLS Analysis", Journal of Social and Management Sciences., Vol. 6, (Issue 2), pp 347-361 |
| 10 | CC Umeghalu, IO Machi, KC Abamara, OA Oladipo. (2025, November), "Entrepreneural Expertise, Size of Business and Performance of SMEs In Nigeria", European Archive For Economics and Development Research,1(4), Vol. 1, (Issue 4) |
| 11 | Oladipo Abimbola Oluwaseun, Akinromade Olabimpe Walkilat, Machi Ignatius Okoye, Nwokoye Mathew Okechukwu, Okafor Vincent Chuks. (2025, July), "Impact of Financial Technology (Fintech) on Poverty Alleviation in Nigeria", Advance Journal Of Economics and Marketing Research, Vol. 10, (Issue 7), pp 1-18 |
| 12 | Azuka Nwokocha, Ignatius O. Machi, Abimbola Oladipo, Yahaya A . Aliyu. (2025, April), "Implications of Government Health Expenditure for Human Capital Development In Nigeria Health", ABUAD Journal of Social and Management Sciences |
| 13 | Oladipo Abimbola Oluwaseun & Machi Ignatius Okoye. (2024, December), "Exchange Rate and Agricultural Output Growth in Nigeria", AEFUNAI Journal of Economics, Finance & Development Studies, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 36-55 |
| 14 | Akinromade Olabimpe Wakilat, Dr Oladipo Abimbola Oluwaseun, Dr Machi Ignatius Okoye, Okafor Vincent Chuks, Udeagbala I. Coronata. (2024, December), "Nexus Between Entrepreneurship And Unemployment Reduction In Nigeria.", KASU Journal of Economics And Development Studies, Vol. 11, (Issue 1), pp 160-177 |
| 15 | Abimbola Oluwaseun Oladipo, Joshua Yabanat Benjamin, Machi Ignatius Okoye, Abdul Mary Yusuf,& Ngozi Florence Ezenwobi. (2024, April), "Agricultural Sector Development and Economic Growth of Nigeria", Social Sciences Research, Vol. 10, (Issue 1), pp 13-26 |
| 16 | Nwokoye Mathew Okechukwu, Machi Ignatius Okoye, Nwokocha Azuka Florence, Eze Chioma Confidence, Onwuka Irene Nkechi, Okechukwu Stanley Chidimma, Ekwugha Juliet Chika. (2023, October), "Effect Of Exchange Rate On Domestic Price Level In Nigeria", Asian Journal of Economics |
| 17 | Nwokoye Mathew Okechukwu, Machi Ignatius Okoye, Irene Onwuka Nkechi, Ekwugha Juliet Chika. (2023, September), "The Impact of Tariffs On Nigerian Economy", South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics, Vol. 20, (Issue 3), pp 180-194 |
| 18 | Nwokoye, Mathew Okechukwu, Nwokocha, Azuka Florence,Machi ,Ignatius Okoye, Onwuka Irene Nkechi, Okechukwu, Stanley Chidimma, Ekwugha, Juliet Chika and Odunukwe, Chiamaka Mary Cynthia. (2023, October), "Impact of Industrial Sector Growth On Nigerian Economy", Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports, Vol. 17, (Issue 11), pp 263-271 |
| 19 | I. O. Machi, Nwaokoye Mathew O., Vincent Chukd Okafor and Nwankwo Kelechi C.. (2023, September), "Higher Education And Africa's Economic Development: Challenges For The Nigerian Economy", Asian Journal of Economics, Vol. 23, (Issue 20), pp 103-112 |
| 20 | Abimbola O. Oladipo; Benjamin Y. Joshua, Ignatius O. Machi, Abdul M. Yusuf and Maryjane E. Afamefuna. (2023, December), "Fiscal Policy and Industrial Sector Development In Nigeria", Journal of Economics and Allied Research, Vol. 8, (Issue 4), pp 66-78 |
| 21 | Amaka, C. Mbaeri, Chris U. Kalu, Machi, I. Okoye. (2023, May), "Remittance and Poverty Reduction In Nigeria", Social Sciences Research, Vol. 9, (Issue 1), pp 36-55 |
| 22 | Machi Ignatius Okoye. (2018, October), ""The Economics Of Health Is Wealth:A Theoretical Exposition" In International Journal Of Arts And Social Sciences.", The School of Arts and Social Sciences, Nwafor Orizu College of Education Nsugbe, Anambra State, Nigeria., Vol. 2, pp 13-25 |
| 23 | Nwachukwu, A. C., Osuji, A. O, and Machi I. O.. (2018, May), "Entrepreneurship Education as a Strategic Approach to Unemployment Reduction In Nigeria", Ebonyi State College of Education, Ikwo Journal of Educational Research (EBSCOEIJER), Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 82-91 |
| 24 | IGNATIUS O. MACHI,Imoagwu Chika P.. (2017, September), ""Terrorism And Macroeconomics-The African Experience"", School of Arts and Social Sciences, Nwafor Orizu College of Education Nsugbe., Vol. 1, pp 78-87 |
| 25 | Osuji,A.O., Nwachukwu,A.C.& Machi.I.O.. (2016, April), ""Millennium Development Goals And Poverty Reduction In Nigeria Beyond 2015.", ATABA International Journal On Contemporary Issues. Federal College of Education Okene. Nigeria phone: 07039632425,08065473917, Vol. 3, pp 163-177 |
| 26 | Osuji,A.O., Nwachukwu,A.C.& Machi.I.O.. (2016, December), ""Good Governance, Efficient National Security And Poverty Reduction In Nigeria". Journal On Actions In Rural Development (JARD).", A Publication of Center For Research and Manpower Development,CREMD, Vol. 1, pp 36-51 |
| 27 | I.O.MACHI. (2016, May), ""Africa's Economic Development And Higher Education: Challenges For The Nigerian Economy."", African Graduate School of Management And Leadership,Accra,Ghana In Collaboration with Nwafor Orizu College of Education, Nsugbe, Nigeria (Sponsored b, Vol. 1, pp 84-94 |
| 28 | IGNATIUS O. MACHI, Nwachukwu,A.C, Osuji,A.O.. (2016, August), "Indigenous Technology And Apprenticeship Training For Industrial Development In Nigeria.", Center For Research and Manpower Development (CREMD), Vol. 1, pp 44-56 |
| 29 | Machi, Ignatius.O., Nwachukwu Athanasius.C&Oduji Anthony.O.. (2015, October), ""The Impact Of Terms Of Trade On Unemployment Reduction In Nigeria" Journal Of Multi-Disciplinary Studies.", Journal of Multi-Disciplinary Studies of Nigeria, Vol. 19, pp 39-52 |
| 30 | Nwachukwu A.C, Machi,I.O & Kalu,C. (2014, September), ""Macroeconomic Adjustment And Economic Growth In Nigeria:Lessons Of Experience.Journal Of Economic Growth & Transformation.", A Publication of the Institute of Economists of Nigeria (INEN), Vol. 2, pp 101-115 |
| 31 | Nwachukwu Athanasius C., Ignatius O.Machi & Manu Kingsley Uchenna.. (2014, April), "Empowering Youths Through Entrepreneurship Education: Panacea For Employment Generation.", ATABA International Journal On Contemporary Issues. Federal College of Education Okene. Nigeria phone: 07039632425,08065473917, Vol. 2, pp 139-148 |
| 32 | Nwachukwu Athanasius. C., Ignatius. O. Machi & Manu Kingsley Uchenna. (2014, April), "Empowering Youths Through Entrepreneurship Education: Panacea For Employment Generation", ATABA International Journal On Contemporary Issues, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 139-148 |
| 33 | MACHI I.O. (2013, August), ""The Impact Of Macroeconomic Stabilization Policy Measures On Economic Growth In Nigeria For Good Governance (1970-2011). Journal Of Arts And Social Sciences, Nwafor Orizu College Of Education, Nsugbe.", @2013 School of Arts and Social Sciences, Nwafor Orizu College of Education Nsugbe., Vol. 1, pp 181-196 |
| 34 | Nwachukwu Athanasius.C, Ignatius.O.Machi &Manu Kingsley Uchenna. (2013, November), ""Unemployment, Poverty And Crime In Nigeria: A Constraint To Sustainable Development". A Journal Of Academic Staff Union Of Polytechnic (ASUP)", Academic Staff Union of Polytechnic (ASUP), Federal Polytechnic Nekede,P.M.B.1036,Owerri,Imo State., Vol. 1, pp 1-5 |
| 35 | Nwachukwu Athanasius. C., Ignatius. O. Machi & Manu Kingsley Uchenna. (2013, November), "Unemployment, Poverty And Crime In Nigeria: A Constraint To Sustainable Development", ASUPNEK Journal of General Studies, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 1-5 |
| 36 | I. O. Machi, Athanasius Nwachukwu & Sylvester Ekhamheye. (2013, August), "The Impact of Macroeconomic Stabilization Policy Measures on Economic Growth In Nigeria For Good Governance (1970-2011)", Journal of Arts and Social Sciences, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 181-196 |
| 37 | MACHI I.O. (2012, June), ""The Economic Implications For Increasing Demand For Higher Education In Nigeria,"Journal Of Research In Arts And Social Sciences", Journal of Research In Arts and Social Sciences, Vol. 1, pp 34-41 |
| 38 | MACHI I.O. (2011, June), ""A Test Of The Determinants Of Growth In Nigeria". Journal Of Research And Development", Journal of Research and Development, Vol. 2, pp 231-247 |
| 39 | MACHI I.O. (2010, December), ""An Empirical Analysis Of Monetary Approach To Balance Of Payment Determination In Uruguay Economy(1970-2010)". Journal Of Arts And Social Sciences Nwafor Orizu College Of Education, Nsugbe", Journal of Arts and Social Sciences, Vol. 3, pp 195-205 |
| 40 | MACHI I.O. (2010, December), ""The Effectiveness Of Monetary Policy In Controlling Inflation In Nigeria". Journal Of Arts And Social Sciences, Nwafor Orizu College Of Education Nsugbe", Journal of Arts and Social Sciences, Vol. 3, pp 252-261 |
| 41 | Machi Ignatius Okoye. (2009, September), ""The Impact Of Science And Technology Education On Economic Growth: Challenges For Wealth Creation And Employment In Nigeria". Journal Of Science Education, Nwafor Orizu College Of Education, Nsugbe.", Journal of Science Education Nwafor Orizu College of Education Nsugbe, Vol. 10, pp 169-179 |
| 42 | MACHI I.O. (2009, February), ""The Success Of SME Financing In Nigeria: Approaches And Suggestions"Journal Of Vocational Education, Nwafor Orizu College Of Education Nsugbe", The School of Vocational And Technical Education Nwafor Orizu College of Education Nsugbe Anambra State, Vol. 7, pp 51-65 |
| 43 | MACHI I.O. (2008, December), "Theoretical Relationship Between Human Capital And Economic Growth In Nigeria.Journal Of Arts And Social Sciences, Nwafor Orizu College Of Education Nsugbe", Journal of Arts and Social Sciences, Vol. 2, pp 157-175 |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Supervisions | |
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| 1 | "Exchange Rate Fluctuations and Macroeconomic Performance in Nigeria" (2026). Ongoing Masters project by Aniagboso Solomon Anusuba Reg NO:20241116008FN |
| Editorships | |
| 1 | Editor, "Unizik Journal of Gender Research" (May, 2025) |
| 2 | Editor, "Nigerian Journal of Energy & Environmental Economics" (February, 2025) |
| Reviewerships | |
| 1 | Reviewer, "Journal of Economics Studiet(JES)" (March, 2026) |
| Examinerships | |
| 1 | Examiner, "Public Health Expenditure and under-Five Mortality Rate in Nigeria" (October, 2025 to December, 2025). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 2 | Chief Examiner, "Appointment as External Examiner for NCE programs" (April, 2022 to August, 2026). Completed External Exam |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | LGA Collation officer of Ekwusigo LGA, "APC Anambra State" (May, 2026 to May, 2026) |
| 2 | Deputy Director University Production process, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka" (October, 2025) |
| 3 | Chairman Staff Performance Evaluation Committee, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka" (April, 2025 to November, 2026) |
| 4 | Coordinator Sandwich program, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka" (March, 2024) |
| 5 | Post Graduate Supervision, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka" (April, 2024) |
| 6 | University Quality Assurance:member, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka" (April, 2024 to September, 2026) |
| 7 | Secretary, "Faculty of Social Sciences Research Committee" (July, 2021 to March, 2023) |
| 8 | Head, Department of Economics, "Nwafor Orizu College of Education Nsugbe" (October, 2016 to October, 2019) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "The Nigerian Economic Society" - FM . 4435 (member since 2018), http:www.nigerianeconomicsociety.org |
| 2 | Professional Member, "Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria" - AN/T/00434 (member since 2012), http:www.trcn.org |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "International Conference", (Faculty of Social Sciences, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Igbariam Anambra State), 3rd February, 2026 to 6th February, 2026; www. chukwuemekaodumegwu. artd |
| 2 | "7th UNIZIK BUSINESS SCHOOL INTERNATIONAL HYBRID CONFERENCE", (UNIZIK BUSINESS SCHOOL), 16th July, 2025 to 18th July, 2025; zoom |
| 3 | "Leadership, Security and Social Stability in Contemporary Nigeria Economy", (Faculty of Social Sciences, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Igbariam Anambra State), 9th July, 2024 to 9th July, 2024; Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Igbariam Anambra State |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "Empowering Educators: Leveraging Artificial Intelligence For Enhanced Teaching, Learning and Research", (Sandwich Unit, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka), 26th March, 2026 to 27th April, 2026; Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka |
| 2 | "Grant-Writing Workshop", (Sustainable Development Goal Unit, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka), Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka |
| Other Event | |
| 1 | "One Day Mandatory Advancement Continuous Educational Training On Nigeria's Economic Reform Agenda And National Development In The 21st Century: Challenges And Way Forward.", (The Institute of Chartered Economists of Nigeria INEN), 5th December, 2008 to 25th August, 2021; Enugu Nigeria |