Mr. Chikodili Obiajulu Aniefuna
Mr. Chikodili Obiajulu Aniefuna is a LECTURER I in PARASITOLOGY AND ENTOMOLOGY Department, Faculty Of Bio-sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
An enthusiastic Parasitologist and Entomologist, committed to research development and community service.
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Address: | Parasitology And Entomology, Faculty Of Bio-sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF BIO-SCIENCES |
Department/Sub-Unit: | PARASITOLOGY AND ENTOMOLOGY |
Social Profiles
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Doctor of Philosophy, January, 2026) September, 2021 to November, 2025 PhD Parasitology And Entomology (Pest Management) |
| 2 | NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY AWKA. (Master Degree, November, 2019) October, 2016 to November, 2019 |
| 3 | NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY AWKA. (Bachelor Degree, September, 2014) October, 2009 to October, 2014 |
| 4 | BISHOP CROWTHER SEMINARY AWKA. (SSCE, June, 2008) September, 2002 to September, 2008 |
| 5 | ST PAUL'S NURSERY AND PRIMARY SCHOOL AWKA. (FSLC, July, 2003) September, 1996 to September, 2002 |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Chairman, Chairman Faculty Committee on Strategic engagement March, 2026 to Present |
| 2 | Timetable, Department of Parasitology and Entomology October, 2025 to Present |
| 3 | Chairman, Chairman Faculty Special Duties Committee March, 2024 to Present |
| 4 | MEMBER FACULTY OF BIOSCIENCES ICT COMMITTEE, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY, AWKA February, 2022 to Present |
| 5 | LECTURER 2, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY AWKA June, 2021 to Present |
| 6 | Chairman, Departmental Library Committee, Parasitology and Entomology Department., NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY, AWKA February, 2021 to Present |
| 7 | ASSISTANT LECTURER, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY AWKA June, 2020 to June, 2021 |
| 8 | Honourable Supervisor for Education and Social Development, NJIKOKA LOCAL GOVERNMENT COUNCIL ABAGANA May, 2017 to October, 2019 |
| 9 | MEMBER TRANSITION COMMITTEE, NJIKOKA LOCAL GOVERNMENT COUNCIL ABAGANA March, 2017 to October, 2019 |
Creative Output
| Journal Articles | |
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| 1 | Kingsley C. Okoye, Bonaventure C. Ezenwanne, Edore E. Ito, Michael T. Okafor, Chikodili O. Aniefuna, Hope C. Ezinwa, Ihuoma Eze, Haruna Sylvester, Charles O. Okoye,*. (2026, March), "Breeding Site Distribution of Anopheles gambiae s.l. Mosquitoes and Their Susceptibility to Some Classes of Recommended Insecticides in Amansea, Nigeria.", Tropical Journal of Natural Product Research |
| 2 | Aniefuna C.O *, Nwankwo E.N. , Ogbonna C.U , Ifejika, C.C , Umeanor B.C , Chukwudike C.O , Obiefule I.E. , Mbelede, K.C , Obasi C.C , Obidi N. O , Okpulu O.R. and Okeke O.G.. (2025, July), "Bio-Effects of Eucalyptus globulus Essential Oil Extract in Aedes aegypti Control", Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology |
| 3 | Aniefuna C. O.*, Nwankwo E. N. , Ogbuefi E. O. , Chukwudike C.O. , Mbelede, K.C. , Ikpeze O.O. , Ononye B.U. , Ifejika C.C. and Obasi C.C.. (2025, June), "Bio-activity of Ocimum gratissimum Essential Oil on Aedes aegypti Mosquitoes Towards Vector Control", Asian Journal of Research in Zoology |
| 4 | NGENEGBO, UCHE C. *, ANIEFUNA, CHIKODILI O. and OBIEGBU, OLUEBUBE V.. (2025, September), "Preliminary Study of Bedbug Infestation in A Hostel at Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria.", Journal of Applied Life Sciences International |
| 5 | Ngenegbo, Uche C *, Onwumelu, Judith A , Aniefuna, Chikodili O , Okoye, Chibueze M and Okafor, Anthony C. (2025, September), "Some Ectoparasites on Chickens at Two Rural Communities in Anambra State, Nigeria", Asian Journal of Research in Zoology |
| 6 | NGENEGBO U.C *, OKEMEFULE E.C , ANIEFUNA C.O and OKOYE C.M.. (2025, September), "The Effect of Commonly Available Spraying Synthetic Insecticides on Indoor Malaria Vector Control", Journal of Applied Life Sciences International |
| 7 | Obiefule IE, Ogbuefi EO, Aniefuna CO, Anyanebechi WC, Ekeh NJ. (2025, July), "Toxicity of pulverized leaf powder of Aloe barbadensis against Callosobruchus maculatus (F.) on stored cowpea", International Journal of Entomology Research |
| 8 | Nwasoluchukwu Obidi, Chidinma Ruth Chukwunwejim, Nzube F. Ekpunobi*, Aniefuna Chikodili Obiajulu, Ngozi Lilian Obidi and Onyeka Mirabelle. (2025, May), "PARASITIC DISEASES AND COINFECTIONS: UNRAVELING THE COMPLEX WEB OF HOST-PATHOGEN INTERACTIONS, CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES", International Journal of Modern Pharmaceutical Research |
| 9 | Ogbuefi E.O., Aniefuna C.O., Obiefule I.E., Emma-Ogbuefi O.V., Ezeani A.C. and Udeh J.C. (2025, April), "Toxicity Effects of Moringa oleifera leaf and seed Extracts against weevil of cowpea (Callosobruchus maculatus) sold at designated markets in Awka, Anambra State, Southeast Nigeria", Acta Botanica Plantae |
| 10 | Irikannu, K.C., Umeh, A.C., Okenu, J. K., Nwagbo, C.C., Nzeukwu, C.I., Chukwubude, C.B., Nwadike, C.C., Aniefuna, C.O., Obiefule, I.E. and Nnatuanya, I.O. (2024, March), "Preliminary Assessment of Moringa oleifera seed as a flocculation agent for purification of drinking water", Nigerian Journal of Parasitology |
| 11 | B. U. Ononye, C. E. Akunne, E. O. Ogbuefi, T. E. Okeke , K. P. Okafor , E. I. Azaka , G. E. Obiyo , C. O. Aniefuna , P. C. Akwuaka and C. A. Chidi. (2023, June), "Effect of Improved Hive Cover Designs on Internal Microclimate and Colony Establishment of West African Honeybees (Apis mellifera adansonii L.) in Awka, Nigeria", Journal of Applied Life Sciences International |
| 12 | Mbelede, K. C. a , Akunne, C. E. a , Ononye, B. U. , Chidi, C. A. , Okafor, K. P. , Okeke, T. E. and Aniefuna, C. O.. (2023, November), "Diversity of Insects of Two Rice (Oryza sativa L. 1787) Farms in Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria", Asian Journal of Biology |
| 13 | Irikannu K.C, Onyido A.E., Ogaraku J.C, Umeanaeto P.U, Nzeukwu C.I, Obiefule I.E., Aniefuna C.O., Elosiuba N.V and Onwuachusi G.L. (2023, January), "Seasonal Distribution and Diversity of Mosquito Species in a Rainforest Community of SouthEast Nigeria", The Bioscientist Journal |
| 14 | Nnatuanya I.O, Ugwumba B.A., Ikeh I.M, Okeke O.A, Nwadike C.C., Aniefuna C.O and Ishar C.O. (2023, January), "Prevalence and Intensity of Helminth Parasites of Clarias Gariepinus from the wild and Pond Habitat in Anambra State", The Bioscientist Journal |
| 15 | Onwuachusi G.L., Obiakor O.B., Umeanaeto P.U., Irikannu K.C., Elosiuba N.V, Aniefuna, C.O., Nzeukwu, C.I., and Obiefule I.E. (2023, January), "Parasitic Nematodes of Cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) in Farmlands at Amaowelle Amansea, South-East Nigeria", The Bioscientist Journal |
| 16 | Mbelede, K. C. , Akunne, C. E. , Ononye, B. U. *, Chidi, C. A. , Okafor, K. P. , Okeke, T. E. and Aniefuna, C. O.. (2023, November), "Diversity of Insects of Two Rice (Oryza sativa L. 1787) Farms in Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria", Asian Journal of Biology |
| 17 | Irikannu K.C., Nwalioba E.C., Umeanaeto P.U., Nzeukwu C.I., Aniefuna C.O., Obiefule I.E., Onwuachusi G.I., Elosiuba N.V and Uzochukwu C.U. (2022, March), "Composition of Mosquito species and Physiological States of Indoor Man-biting Mosquitoes at Nteje, South-Eastern Nigeria", The Bioscientist Journal |
| 18 | Nzeukwu C.I, Ihejie P.O, Irikannu K.C, Umeanaeto P.U., Nzeukwu A.C., Elosiuba, N.V., Onwuachusi G.L, Obiefule I.E and Aniefuna C.O. (2022, March), "Prevalence and Risk factors for Soil Transmitted Helminth Infections among Pupils in Awka South LGA Anambra State, Nigeria = Short Communication", The Bioscientist Journal |
| 19 | N.V.Elosiuba, K.F. Obiagwu, P.U. Umeamaeto, K.C. Irikannu, G.L. Onwuachusi, I.E. Obiefule, C.O. Aniefuna, C.B. Chukwubude. (2022, August), "Prevalence of Trichomonas vaginalis in Urine samples of women attending Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Teaching Hospital, Awka, Southeastern Nigeria", International Journal of Pathogen Research |
| 20 | Ekezie Chisom C, Aniefuna Chikodili O., Obiakor Ugochukwu A. and Umeanor Benjamin C.. (2021, February), "Sex-specific development causes patterned emergence in Culex mosquito", Journal of Entomology and Zoology Studies |
| 21 | Obianuju Nwadiogo Mbakwe, Miriam Okwudili Iwueze, Kindness Chidi Irikannu* and Chikodili Obiajulu Aniefuna. (2021, August), "Parasites Harbored by Synanthropic Flies in Urban and Rural Areas of Anambra State, Southeastern Nigeria", South Asian Journal of Parasitology |
| 22 | Anthea Uloma Ikpo, Obioma Chebechi Nwaorgu, Kindness Chidi Irikannu, Chikodili Obiajulu Aniefuna, Joseph Uche Anumba, Lilian Chiamaka Ezemuoka. (2021, June), "Insecticide Resistance And Target Site Mutations (G119S Ace-1 And L1014F Kdr) In Anopheles Gambiae S.l. In Enugu State, Southeastern Nigeria", Unknown Journal or Publisher |
| 23 | Anthea Uloma Ikpo, Obioma Chebechi Nwaorgu, Kindness Chidi Irikannu, Joseph Uche Anumba, Lilian Chiamaka Ezemuoka, Chikodili Obiajulu Aniefuna. (2021, June), "Molecular Characterization Of Anopheles Gambiae S.l. From Three Senatorial Districts In Enugu State, Southeastern Nigeria", Unknown Journal or Publisher |
| 24 | Obianuju Nwadiogo Mbakwe, Miriam Okwudili Iwueze, Kindness Chidi Irikannu, Chikodili Obiajulu Aniefuna. (2021, August), "Parasites Harbored By Synanthropic Flies In Urban And Rural Areas Of Anambra State, Southeastern Nigeria", Unknown Journal or Publisher |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | Irikannu K.C., Umeanaeto P. U., Nzeukwu C. I., Aniefuna C.O., Chikwendu J.I and Asogwa K. K. (2022, October), "Effect of Rainfall and Physicochemical properties of breeding sites of Mosquito species in a Rainforest Community in Southeastern Nigeria", |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
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| 1 | Chairman, "Chairman Faculty Committee on Strategic engagement" (March, 2026) |
| 2 | Secretary, "Faculty Committee on Award" (March, 2026) |
| 3 | Member, "Member Departmental Dress code committee" (October, 2025) |
| 4 | Member, "PAE Examination Assessment and Monitoring Committee" (October, 2025) |
| 5 | Supervisor, "School of General Studies" (October, 2025) |
| 6 | Chairman, "Chairman Faculty Special Duties Committee" (March, 2024 to March, 2025) |
| 7 | Supervisor, "School of General Studies" (May, 2024 to September, 2025) |
| 8 | Member, "Faculty Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Committee, Faculty of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka." (February, 2023) |
| 9 | Member, "Department of Parasitology and Entomology Practical Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka." (May, 2023) |
| 10 | Member, "Committee on Academic advising, Department of Parasitology and Entomology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka." (May, 2023) |
| 11 | Member, "Department of Parasitology and Entomology Digital Innovation Team, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka." (May, 2023) |
| 12 | Member, "Accreditation Committee, Department of Parasitology and Entomology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka." (May, 2023) |
| 13 | Member, "Department of Parasitology and Entomology Ventures, Protocols, Alumni Affairs, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka." (May, 2023) |
| 14 | Member, "Research Exhibition Committee, Department of Parasitology and Entomology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka." (May, 2023) |
| 15 | Chairman Departmental Library Committee, "Department of Parasitology and Entomology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka." (February, 2021 to March, 2024) |
| 16 | Honourable Supervisor for Education and Social Development, "NJIKOKA LOCAL GOVERNMENT COUNCIL ABAGANA" (May, 2017 to October, 2019) |
| 17 | Transition Committee member, "NJIKOKA LOCAL GOVERNMENT COUNCIL ABAGANA" (March, 2017 to October, 2019) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "Parasitology and Public Health Society of Nigeria" - PPSN/SE/2021/0734 (member since 2020), https://ppsn.org.ng/ |
| 2 | Full Member, "Entomological Society of Nigeria (ESN)" - ESN/1082 (member since 2020), https://www.esn.org.ng/ |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "1. 3rd International Bioscience conference – Application of digital tools in Bioscience research: Prospects and challenges.", (Faculty of Bioscience Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 18th June, 2024 to 20th June, 2024; ASUU Secretariat, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 2 | "PPSN 47th Annual conference and PPSN 50TH Anniversary", (PPSN), 10th October, 2023 to 14th October, 2023; Grand Amari Hotels and Resort Graceland Estate Egbeada Owerri |
| 3 | "46th Annual Conference with the theme Political Will towards Disease Control the African Experience", (PPSN), 4th October, 2022 to 7th October, 2022; Delta State University, Abraka |
| 4 | "45th Annual Scientific Conference of the Parasitology and Public Health Society of Nigeria", (PPSN), 4th October, 2021 to 8th October, 2021; National Space Research and Development Agency, Abuja |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "DAAD Alumni Workshop: Metagenomics in Infectious Disease Research", (DAAD), 19th June, 2024 to 21st June, 2024; Crescent Spring Hotel Awka |
| 2 | "DAAD Workshop on Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Remote Sensing (RS) in Public Health Research", (DAAD), 2nd February, 2022 to 5th February, 2022; Golphin Suites & Hotel, Awka, Nigeria |
| 3 | "DAAD Workshop on Achieving Poverty reduction in Nigeria", (DAAD), 15th September, 2021 to 18th September, 2021; Fun Surge Hotel Awka, Nigeria |
| Other Event | |
| 1 | "DAAD Workshop On Cloud-Based Architecture And Its Role In Precision Agriculture", (DAAD ALUMNI), 27th September, 2021 to 27th September, 2021; PINERIDGE HOTEL AWKA |