Mr. Izunna Tochukwu Ubaka
Mr. Izunna Tochukwu Ubaka is a LECTURER II in FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Department, Faculty Of Agriculture in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
I am a graduate of Food Science and Technology with a high level of discipline and integrity. A lover of team work and good inter personal relationship with people regardless of age,sex, religion or race. I can work under pressure and yet produce outstanding results that will credit the growth of the university. More so, my excellent communication skill, logical thinking and problem solving prowess make me an asset to this great citadel of learning. I am confident that my unique attitude and zeal will have a positive impact in this institution of higher learning.
Personal Information
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Address: | Food Science And Technology, Faculty Of Agriculture, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE |
Department/Sub-Unit: | FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY |
Interest Areas
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | Nnamdi Azikwe University, Awka. (Master Degree, December, 2023) January, 2020 to December, 2023 Msc Food Processing And Storage Technology |
| 2 | Michael Okpara University Of Agriculture Umudike. (Bachelor Degree, December, 2016) November, 2011 to November, 2016 B.sc Food Science And Technology |
Relevant/Working Experience
Creative Output
| Journal Articles | |
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| 1 | Mba, J.C, Agu, H.O., Ishiwu, C.N., Okolo, C.A., Okoye, C.C., Ikegwu, T.M., Odoh, N.E., Ubaka, I.T and Nwankwo, P.N. (2026, February), "Leaf Powder Can Decrease The Oxalate Content And Color Change In Cocoyam During Achicha Ede Preparation.", Food Studies: An Interdisciplinary Journal |
| 2 | 2. Oluwatomisin, D.O., Agu, H.O., Odoh N.E. and Ubaka, I.T. (2024, January), "Physicochemical and Microbiological Effect of citric Acid Produced from Yam Peels and Aspergillus Niger", Asian Journal of Food Research and Nutrition, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 72-80 |
| 3 | 1. Oguji O.A.,Obiegbuna J.E., Ubaka I.T. and Chukwunenye V.C.. (2024, September), "Effect of Drying Techniques on Phytochemical and Vitamin Compositions of Three Species of Amaranth", Asian Journal of Food Research and Nutrition., Vol. 3, (Issue 4), pp 792-798 |
| 4 | 4. Israel C.G., Ernest C.I., Chika U.O., Felix O., Paige N.I., Ubaka I.T.. (2023, September), "Chemical Composition and Sensory Properties of Wheat, African Yam Bean and Tigernut Residue Composite Flour Cookies", Asian Journal of Food Research and Nutrition, Vol. 2, (Issue 4), pp 536-545 |
| 5 | 3. Ojinnaka, M.C., Ubaka, I.T., Obeta , N.A and Okudu, H.O.. (2023, December), "Quality Evaluation of Edible Beef Skin Produced Using Different Singeing Methods", Asian Journal of Food Research and Nutrition., Vol. 2, (Issue 4), pp 770-777 |
| 6 | Ubaka I.T., Agu, H.O., Victor- Aduloju A.T., and Mba J.C.. (2022, November), "Potentials of Cassava, Bambara Groundnut and Tigernut in Biscuit Production: A Review.", European Journal of Nutrition and Food Safety, Vol. 14, (Issue 11), pp 79-93 |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | 4. Ezegbe, C. C., Obi C. N., Ubaka, I. T., George, I. C., Ezeh-Nwandu, M. C. and Omologbe, F.. (2025, March), "Proximate Composition Of Fermented Maize-Soybean Composite Flour Blends", , pp 109-114 |
| 2 | 3. Victor-Aduloju A. T., Unichi, C. E., Ubaka, I. T., Ojeyinka, O. D. and George, I. C.. (2025, March), "Phytochemical and Mineral Properties of Zobo Drink Processed with Miracle Leaf and Wonderful Kola Extract", , pp 158-163 |
| 3 | 2. Obiora, C.U., Eze, M.G., Ubaka, I.T., Dunuson, E.J., Meheobi, V.I. and Orjiako, S.N.. (2024, March), "Effects of Local Stabilizers (Achi, Ofor,and Cocoyam) on the Physicochemical, Sensory and Microbiological Properties of Yoghurt.", , pp 389-394 |
| 4 | 1. Victor-Aduloju, A.T., Nwabude C.G. and Ubaka, I.T.. (2024, March), "Mineral and Sensory Properties of “Amala” made from Yam and Cassava Flour Flavoured with Ginger Flour.", , pp 361- 366 |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
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| 1 | Member, "Faculty of Agriculture Ceremonials Committee" (November, 2025) |
| 2 | Member, "Committee for Maduabuchi Daniel Uluocha Research Proposal Prize" (September, 2025 to May, 2026) |
| 3 | ICT Officer, "Department of Food Science and Technology" (June, 2024 to October, 2024) |
| 4 | Time Table Officer, "Department of Food Science and Technology" (October, 2024 to November, 2025) |