Dr. Chidiogo Comfort Nwadike

Dr. Chidiogo Comfort Nwadike is a LECTURER I in ZOOLOGY Department, Faculty Of Bio-sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University

Dr. Chidiogo Comfort Nwadike

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Zoology, Faculty Of Bio-sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.
Faculty/Unit:
FACULTY OF BIO-SCIENCES
Department/Sub-Unit:
ZOOLOGY

Interest Areas

Academic Qualifications

Degrees / Basic Certificates
1Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Doctor of Philosophy, September, 2018)
January, 2011 to September, 2018
PhD Zoology Zoology
2Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Master Degree, November, 2010)
January, 2007 to November, 2010
M.Sc Zoology Zoology
3Usman Danfodiyo University, Sokoto. (Post-Graduate Degree, March, 2008)
March, 2007 to March, 2008
PGD Education (PGDE) Education
4Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Bachelor Degree, September, 2005)
March, 2002 to September, 2005
B.Sc Zoology Zoology
5Ezene Adult Education Schoo, Oko. (FSLC, November, 2004)
September, 1990 to July, 1995
6Holy Innocents Juniorate Convent, Nkpor. (NECO, June, 2001)
September, 1995 to June, 2001

Relevant/Working Experience

1Editor, The Bioscientist Journal
June, 2023 to Present
2President, St. Simon's Home and Abroad Meeting
May, 2015 to August, 2021
3Lecturer, Nwafor Orizu College Of Education, Nsugbe
February, 2008 to December, 2020

Creative Output

Book Chapters
1Nwadike, C. C. (2018, January) The Ozone And Other Atmospheric Events: A Recourse For Science Klaax Nig. Ltd. Onitsha
2Nwadike, C. C. (2016, January) Reproduction And Growth In Plants And Animals Bengrey and Associates
3Nwadike, C. C. (2016, January) Global Ecology Bengrey and Associates
4Nwadike, C. C. (2015, January) Parasites And Man Klaax Nig. Ltd. Onitsha
5Nwadike, C. C. (2015, January) Components Of The Environment 1 Bengrey and Associates
6Nwadike, C. C. (2012, January) Animal Histology New Crest Publishers Onitsha
7Nwadike, C. C. (2011, January) Hormones In The Human Body Klaax Nig. Ltd. Onitsha
Journal Articles
1Udeh, N. P., Okeke, O. A., Egwuagu, C. C., Nwadike, C. C., Nnatuanya, I. O., Afoemezie, P. I., Obudulu, C., Chukwudebelu, E. A., Ibemenuga, K. N., Nwosu, M. C. and Iloghalu, I. E. (2024, February), "Analysis of Growth Performanceof Rabbit (Orynctolagus cuniculus)fed with rabbit feed and diverse feed stuff", Tropical Journal of Applied Natural Sciences
2Udeh, N. P., Okeke, O. A., Egwuagu, C. C., Nwadike, C. C., Nnatuanya, I. O., Afoemezie, I. P., Obudulu, C., Chukwudebelu, E. A., Ibemenuga, K. N., Nwosu, M. C. and Iloghalu, I. E.. (2024, February), "Comparative Study of Growth Performance of Orynctolagus cuniculus (Rabbits) fed Rabbits feed and some forages in captivity", Unknown Journal or Publisher
3O. A. Okeke, A. C. Ezirike, N. P. Udeh, C. C. Nwadike, C. A. Imakwu, I. O. Nnatuanya, C. C. Egwuagu, P. I. Afoemezie, C. J. Okeke, N. C. Okafor, C. Obudulu. (2023, March), "Incidence of Intestinal parasites among school-aged children: A case study of Nnarambia, Ahiazu Mbaise Local Government Area of Imo State, Nigeria.", South Asian Journal of Parasitology, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 34-43
4Nwadike, C. C., Ilozumba, P. C. O., Amaechi, E. C., Okeke, O. A., Nnatuanya, I. O., Okeke, J. J., Afoemezie, P. I. and Udeh, N. P.. (2023, June), "Prevalence of helminth parasites in some commercially important fish species of River Anambra, Nigeria.", The Zoologist, Vol. 22, pp 48 - 54
5Nwadike, C.C., Ilozumba, P. C. O, Amaechi, E. C., Okeke, O. A., Nnatuanya, I. O. and P. N. Osaji-Nwafili. (2023, June), "Gastrointestinal Helminth Parasites of Malapterurus electricus from Anambra River, Nigeria", Asian Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Research, Vol. 22, (Issue 6), pp 8 - 13
6Nwadike, C. C., Agbata, D. O., Okeke, J. J., Okeke, O. A., Nnatuanya, I. O., Afoemezie, P. I & Udeh, N. P.. (2023, January), "Gastrointestinal helminth and ectoparasites of domestic pigeons (Columbae livia domestica) sold at Eke Market Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria", The Bioscientist Journal, Vol. 11, (Issue 1), pp 1-7
7Nnatuanya, I. O., Ugwumba, B. A., Ikeh, I. M., Okeke, O. A., Nwadike, C. C., Irikannu, K. C., Aniefuna, C. O. & Ishar, C. O.. (2023, January), "Prevalence and intensity of helminth parasites of Clarias gariepinus from the wild and pond habitats in Anambra State.", The Bioscientist Journal, Vol. 11, (Issue 1), pp 8-14
8Nwadike, C. C., Amaechi, E. C., Nwokike, E. F. & P. C. O. Ilozumba. (2022, December), "Prevalence of intestinal parasites in Primary School pupils in Awka North Local Government Area, Anambra State", Moroccan Journal of Biology, Vol. 19, pp 1 - 7
9O. A. Okeke, N. N. Udemba, N. P. Udeh, C. A. Imakwu, C. C. Nwadike, I. O. Nnatuanya, N. V. Elosiuba, C. C. Egwuagu, P. I. Afoemezie, C. Obudulu. (2022, January), "Parasitic contamination of Fresh Bitter Leaf Vegetables- Onugbu (Vernonia amygdalina): A case study of farms in Nimo, Njikoka Lical Government Area, Anambra State, Nigeria", Annual Research & Review in Biology, Vol. 37, (Issue 1), pp 43 - 49
10A. Okeke Obiageli, Obinabo W. Obinna, C. A. Jmakwu, Okeke C. Jane frances, Okafor N. Chinwendu, C. C, Nwadike, I. O. Nnatuanya, P. I. Afoemezie. (2022, August), "Length - Weight Relationship and the distribution of intestinal helminth parasites in Freshwater fishes from Amansea and Ebenebe Rivers in Anambra State, Nigeria", Journal of Scientific Research and Reports, Vol. 28, (Issue 10), pp 1 - 10
11Egbuche, C. M., Egbuche, F. G., Nwafia, A. E,, Nwadike, C. C., Samuelm F. C., Anyasodor, A. E.. (2022, March), "Choice of tools for routine malaria diagnosis among diagnostic centres in Urban settings of Anambra state, Nigeria", Nigerian Journal of Parasitology, Vol. 43, (Issue 1), pp 156 - 167
12Nnatuanya, I. O., Ilozumba, P. C. O., Nwadike, C. C and Uzoegbo, C.. (2021, May), "Epidemiology Of Malaria In Nise Community, Awka South Local Government Area, Anambra State, Nigeria", South Asian Journal of Parasitology, Vol. 5, (Issue 2), pp 32 - 44
13O. A. Okeke, C. C. Igboka, N. P. Udeh, I. O. Nnatuanya, V. N. Elosiuba, C. C. Nwadike, A. C. Imakwu, P. I. Afoemezie, C. C. Egwuagu. (2021, December), "Prevalence of Infection and Malaria Parasite Density among under five children: A case study of Dunukofia Rural Community in Anambra State, Nigeria", International Journal of Tropical Disease and Health, Vol. 42, (Issue 18), pp 23 - 29
14Nwadike, C. C. (2020, January), "Effects Of Class Size On Students’ Performance In Teaching And Learning Of Basic Science In Secondary Schools.", Journal of Empirical Research in Science and Technology Education, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 101 – 108.
15Nwadike, C. C., Ude, C. J. and Ilozumba, P. C. O.. (2020, April), "A Study On Snail Species Present In Mgbowo Awgu Local Government Area, Nigeria", Natural Resources and Conservation, Vol. 8, (Issue 2), pp 19 - 23
16Irole-Eze, O. P., Ukpai, O. M., Ejike, B. U., Nwadike, C. C., Egwu, O., Okorocha, N. A. & Amaechi, E. C. (2019, June), "Evaluation Of Microscopy And Rapid Diagnostic Tests For Diagnosing Malaria Among Febrile Subjects In Ezinihitte Local Government Area, Imo State, Nigeria.", Sri Lankan Journal of Biology, Vol. 4, (Issue 2), pp 47 - 55
17Nwadike, C. C., Ilozumba, P. C. O. & Gaius, C. J.. (2019, December), "Study On The Prevalence Of Ectoparasitic Arthropods On Free Range Gallus Domesticus In Two Communities In Awka", Asian Journal of Research in Zoology, Vol. 2, (Issue 4), pp 1 7
18Amaechi, E. C., Ukpai, O.M., Ohaeri, C.C., Irole-Eze, O.P., Ejike, B.U., Egwu, O., Nwadike, C.C., Ihemanma, C.O. & Okorocha, A.N.. (2018, December), "Knowledge And Practices Towards Malaria Control And Prevention In An Irrigated Community, North Central Nigeria.", Annals of West University of Timisoara, Ser. Biology,, Vol. 21, (Issue 2), pp 175 - 184
19Amaechi, E. C., Ukpai, O. M., Ohaeri, C. C., Ejike, U. B., Irole-Eze, O. P., Egwu, O. & Nwadike, C. C. (2018).. (2018, December), "Distribution And Seasonal Abundance Of Anopheline Mosquitoes And Their Association With Rainfall Around Irrigation And Non-irrigation Areas In Nigeria.", UNED Research Journal., Vol. 10, (Issue 2), pp 267 - 272
20Achufusi, J. N., Nwadike, C. C. and Adimonyemma, R. N. (2017, January), "Utilization Of Local Resources By Biology Teachers: Effects On Students Learning, Attitudes And Sustainable Development", Journal of Science Education, Vol. 13, (Issue 1), pp 317 – 323.
21Irole-Eze, O.P., Ukpai, O.M., Amaechi, E.C., Ejike, B.U. & Nwadike, C.C. (2017, November), "Impact Of Plasmodium Falciparum Infection On Some Haematological Parameters In A Malaria Endemic Population, Southeastern Nigeria.", Journal of Coastal Life Medicine, Vol. 5, (Issue 12), pp 547 - 549
22Ndubisi, A., Ilozumba, P. C. O. and Nwadike, C.. (2016, March), "Macroendoparasites Of Adult Donkeys (Equus Asinus) At Ngbo , Ebonyi State, Nigeria.", Nigerian Journal of Parasitology, Vol. 37, (Issue 1), pp 7 -10
23Amaechi, E.C., Nwadike, C.C., Musa, A.L., Ohaeri, C.C., Ukpai, O.M. & Ejike, B.U.. (2016, December), "Malaria And Soil – Transmitted Helminthes Coinfection In A Rural Community Of Kwara State, North Central Nigeria.", razilian Journal of Biological Sciences, Vol. 3, (Issue 6), pp 331 - 339
24Nwadike, C. C. and Ilozumba, P. C. O.. (2015, August), "Prevalence Of Helminth Parasites In The Rainbow Lizard, Agama Agama L. (Squamata: Agamidae) In Nsugbe, Anambra Nigeria, Nigeria.", The Zoologist., Vol. 13, (Issue 1), pp 22 - 27
25Nwadike, C. C and Adimonyemma, R. N. (2015, December), "The Investigation Into Examination Malpractice Among Science Students In Nigerian Tertiary Institution.", Journal of Research in Pure and Applied Sciences., Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 15 - 24
26Nwadike, C. C. (2014, December), "Decline In The Enrollment Of Students Into Integrated Science In Nigerian Tertiary Institutions.", International Bi-lingual Journal of Anti-corruption, Law, Humanities, Social Sciences and Development Studies (IBJACLHSSDS), Vol. 5, (Issue 2), pp 63 - 71
27Nwadike, C. C. (2011, January), "Malaria; A Major Threat To Vision 20:2020, Reference To Secondary Schools In Onitsha Metropolis, Anambra State.", SYMAC Printing & Design, Vol. 11, (Issue 1), pp 190 - 200
Conference Papers
1Umeanaeto, P. U., Chukwu, C. C., Elosiuba, N. V., Onwuachusi, G. I., Nzeukwu, C. I. and Nwadike, C. C.. (2023, October), "Prevalence of Malaria and Awareness on the use of Long-lasting Insecticidal Treated Nets among Pregnant women attending Antenatal clinic in Three Selected Hospitals in Awka, Anambra State",
2Nnatuanya, I. O., Emerenini, C. M., Ikeh, I. M., Umeanaeto, P. U., Okeke, O. A., Nwadike, C. C., Afoemezie, P. I., Udeh, N. P., Uzoegbo, C. O., Irikannu, K. C., Onwuachusi, G. I., Azaka, E. I., Ezechukwu, C. S. and Ishar, C. O.. (2023, October), "Malaria Parasitemia and ABO Blood Groups Among Pregnant Women Attending Antenatal Clinic at Regina Caeli Hospital, Awka.",
3Okeke, O. A., Nnatuanya, I. O., Imakwu, C. A., Ikeh, I. M., Ubaka, U. A., Nwadike, C. C., Afoemezie, P. I., Udeh, N. P. and Ishar, C. O.,. (2023, October), "Malaria and Typhoid Co-infection: A Case Study of Children Less than 5 Years of Age attending Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Teaching Hospital, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria.",
4Afoemezie, P. I., Chinedu-Ndukwe, P. A., Ufele, A. N., Ugwumba, P. A., Azaka, E. I., Nwadike, C. C., Okeke, O. A. & Nnatuanya, I. O.. (2023, January), "Evaluation of the growth performance of Archatina marginal snails fed with fresh leaves of Moringa oleifera and Talinum triangulare",
5Udeh, N. P., Okeke, J. J., Okeke, O. P., Obudulu, C., Egwuagu, C. C., Nwadike, C. C., Afoemezie, P. I., Nnatuanya, I. O. & Ibemenuga, K. N.. (2023, January), "Comparative studies of growth performance of rabbits (Omyctolagus cunniculus) fed on rabbit feeds and diverse foodstuff in captivity.",
6Ndulaka, A. U., Udeh, P. N., Afoemezie, P. I., Okeke, C. J., Nwadike, C. C., Nnatuanya, I. O., Imakwu, C. A., Okeke, O. A.. (2023, June), "Prevalence of Plasmodium falciparum malaria parasite among children 5-14 years in Okpofe Community, Ezinihitembaise, Imo State",
7Nwadike, C. C., Amaechi, E. C., Okeke, O. A., Nnatuanya, I. O., Afoemezie, P. I., Udeh, N. P.. (2023, June), "Preliminary Study of Fish size (weight and length) in relation to Helminth infection in Anambra State, Nigeria",
8Okeke, O. A., Nwadike, C. C., Nnatuanya, I. O., Imakwu, C. A.. (2022, October), "Prevalence of Intestinal Parasites among School children in Nnarambia, Ahiazu - Mbaise Local Government Area, Imo State, Nigeria",
9Nwadike, C. C., Ilozumba, P. C. O., Amaechi, E. C., Okeke, O. A., Nnatuanya, I. O., Afoemezie, P. I., Udeh, N. P. (2022, October), "A preliminary survey of fish size (weight and length) in relation to helminth infection in Anambra river, Nigeria.",
10Nwadike, C. C., Ilozumba, P. C. O., Amaechi, E. C., Okeke, O. A., Nnatuanya, I. O., Afoemezie, P. I. & Udeh, N. P.. (2022, November), "Helminth Parasites of Channa obscura from Anambra River, Nigeria",
11Ezeugwu, C. G., Udeh, P. N., Afoemezie, P. I., Okeke, C. J., Nwadike, C. C., Nnatuanya, I. O., Imakwu, C. A. & Okeke, O. A.. (2022, November), "Gastrointestinal Parasites of Thryonomys swinderianus (Grasscutter) sold at eateries in Umuawulu Community, Awka South Local Government Area, Anambra State, Nigeria.",
12Ikeh, M. I., Okeke, O. A., Okonkwo, V. O., Nwadike, C. C., Ishar, C. O. & Benedict, A. G.. (2022, November), "Study of Fungal organisms associated with smoked and dried fish sold in Awka Markets, Anambra State.",
13Nwadike, C. C., Ilozumba, P. C. O., Amaechi, E. C.m Ojeke, O. A., Nnatuanya, I. O., Okeke, J. J., Afoemezie, I. P., Udeh, N. P.. (2021, November), "Gastrointestinal helminth parasites of Malapterurus electricus (Forskali, 1775) from Anambra River, Nigeria.",
14Udeh, N. I., Obudulu, C., Okeke, O. A., Nwadike, C. C., Matthew, H., Ibemenuga, K. N.. (2021, November), "Effect of Ocimium basilicum (curry leaf) on the growth performance of Broiler chicken at varying inclusion",

Academic Leadership Qualities

Contributions to the University/Society
1Chairman, "Zoology Books and Manuals" (February, 2024)
2Member, "Zoology Alumni Converge/Home Coming" (March, 2024)
3Member, "Zoology Journal" (March, 2024)
4Chairman, "Committee on Students Scholarship and Welfare" (March, 2024)
5Member, "Biosciences International Conference Committee" (January, 2024)
6Member, "Faculty Canteen Management Committee" (August, 2023)
7Member, "Faculty Conference Marking Committee" (May, 2023)
8Member, "Faculty Annual Lecture" (December, 2023)
9Member, "Faculty Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Committee" (February, 2023)
10Chairman, "Project / Seminar Evaluation Committee" (October, 2023)
11Member, "Quality Assurance Committee" (October, 2023)
12Editor, "The Bioscientist Journal" (June, 2023)
13Member, "Faculty of Biosciences Central Laboratory Management Committee" (July, 2021)
14President, Home and Abroad, "St. Simon's church women" (May, 2015 to August, 2021)

Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies

1Full Member, "Zoological Society of Nigeria (ZSN)" - ZSN0600 (member since 2015), https://zoologicalsocietyofnigeria.com
2Full Member, "Parasitology and Public Health Society of Nigeria" - PPSN/SE/2010/0208 (member since 2010), https://ppsn.org.ng

Relevant Events Attended

Conferences
1"47th Annual Conference of Parasitology and Public Health Society of Nigeria (PPSN)", (Parasitology and Public Health Society), 11th October, 2023 to 14th October, 2023; Grand Amari Hotels and Resort, Graceland Estate Egbeada, Owerri
2"37th / 38th Annual Conference and International Workshop", (Association for Aquatic Sciences of Nigeria (AASN)), 26th June, 2023 to 29th June, 2023; Amphitheatre, Rivers State University
3"1st South-East Symposium of the Parasitology and Public Health Society of Nigeria (PPSN)", (Parasitology and Public Health Society), 20th June, 2023 to 22nd June, 2023; Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Igbariam, Anambra State
4"2nd International Bioscience Conference", (Faculty of Biosciences, NAU AWKA), 10th January, 2023 to 11th January, 2023; ASUU NAU Secretariat Complex, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria
5"15th Zoological Society of Nigeria Conference", (ZSN), 27th November, 2022 to 30th November, 2022; University of Lagos, Lagos State
6"46th Parasitology and Public Health Society of Nigeria (PPSN)", (PPSN), 4th October, 2022 to 7th October, 2022; Delta State University, Abraka
7"14th Annual Conference of Zoological Society of Nigeria (ZSN)", (ZSN), 8th November, 2021 to 12th November, 2021; Ebitimi-Banigo Auditorium, University of Port Harcourt
8"45th Parasitology and Public Health Society of Nigeria (PPSN)", (PPSN), 4th October, 2021 to 8th October, 2021; National Space Research and Development Agency, Obasanjo Space Centre, Pyakasa Junction, Airport Road, Abuja
9"Annual Conference Of Parasitology And Public Health Society Of Nigeria", (PPSN), 12th September, 2018 to 14th September, 2018; Taraba Sate University Jalingo, Taraba State
10"Annual Conference Of Zoological Society Of Nigeria", (ZSN), 11th October, 2015 to 14th October, 2015; Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki
11"Parasitology And Public Health Society Of Nigeria (PPSN)", (PPSN), 2nd September, 2015 to 5th September, 2015; Federal University Lafia
12"Parasitology And Public Health Society Of Nigeria (PPSN)", (PPSN), 22nd September, 2010 to 25th September, 2010; Federal University of Technology, Owerri
Workshops
1"Global Climate Change and Pests/Vectors", (Deutsche Akademischer Austauschdienst German Academic Exchang Service (DAAD)), 6th December, 2023 to 9th December, 2023; Physical
2"Hands -On Training on Molecular Biology Techniques and Quantitative Analysis", (Federal Ministry of Health/ National Arbovirus and Vector Research Centre Enugu), 23rd November, 2023 to 25th November, 2023; Physical
3"Building Professional Presentation Skills", (U.S Consulate General Lagos), 15th February, 2022 to 29th March, 2022; Awka Window on America (UNIZIK, AWKA)
4"Advanced Digital Appreciation Programme For Tertiary Institutions", (Digital Bridge Institute), 26th August, 2019 to 30th August, 2019; Nwafor Orizu College of Education, Nsugbe
Webinars
1"Research writing in the Sciences (2022)", (AUTHORAID), 5th April, 2022 to 16th May, 2022; ONLINE
2"The Art of Academic Honesty: Plagiarism unpacked", (ProQuest), 23rd March, 2022 to 23rd March, 2022; Zoom
3"Explore the ProQuest Platform to enhance your research", (ProQuest), 22nd March, 2022 to 22nd March, 2022; Zoom
4"Optimise your Ebook Central Resources", (ProQuest), 21st March, 2022 to 21st March, 2022; Zoom