Dr. Chioma Janefrances Okeke
Dr. Chioma Janefrances Okeke is a LECTURER I in ZOOLOGY Department, Faculty Of Bio-sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
Chioma Janefrances Okeke is a Lecturer II in the Department of Zoology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Nigeria. Specializing in Fisheries and Aquaculture, Chioma teaches undergraduate students Basic / Introductory Zoology, courses in Fisheries, Aquaculture, Parasitology and Environmental Impact Assessment.
When not at work or in the laboratory, she enjoys outdoor cooking, traveling and gardening.
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Address: | Zoology, Faculty Of Bio-sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF BIO-SCIENCES |
Department/Sub-Unit: | ZOOLOGY |
Social Profiles
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | University of Nigeria Nsukka. (Doctor of Philosophy, November, 2023) April, 2016 to November, 2023 Ph.D Zoology And Environmental Biology |
| 2 | University of Nigeria Nsukka. (Master Degree, February, 2016) October, 2012 to February, 2015 M.Sc. Zoology And Environmental Biology |
| 3 | University of Nigeria Nsukka. (Bachelor Degree, February, 2011) October, 2006 to November, 2010 B.Sc. Zoology |
| 4 | Queen of the Rosary College Onitsha. (SSCE, June, 2006) September, 2000 to June, 2006 SSCE |
| 5 | Pioneer Primary School, Onitsha. (FSLC, July, 2001) September, 1994 to July, 2000 |
| 6 | Pioneer Primary School, Onitsha. (FSLC, July, 2001) September, 1994 to July, 2000 |
| 7 | Pioneer Primary School, Onitsha. (FSLC, July, 2001) September, 1994 to July, 2000 |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Staff Welfare Coordinator, Department of Zoology Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka February, 2022 to Present |
| 2 | Lecturer II, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka January, 2021 to Present |
| 3 | Assistant Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka January, 2020 to January, 2021 |
| 4 | Laboratory Assistant, Classic Biomedical Laboratories, Nsukka January, 2017 to December, 2017 |
| 5 | Sales Representative, Quidex Trading Company, Lagos January, 2016 to Present |
| 6 | Biology Teacher, Command Day Secondary School, Enugu December, 2011 to October, 2012 |
| 7 | Training Assistant, Global Malaria Prevention and Treatment Foundation, Enugu (Non-Governmental Organization) November, 2011 to December, 2011 |
| 8 | Farm Assistant, African Regional Aquaculture Centre (ARAC), Aluu, Rivers State July, 2009 to October, 2009 |
Creative Output
| Books | |
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| 1 | Okeke J.J., Iwueze M., Oraneli, U.B.,Okeke, C.J.,Egbuche, M.C., Ezewudo, B.. (2023, January) A Concise General Biology for Tertiary Institution |
| 2 | Okeke J.J., Ekwunife, C.I., Iwueze M.O., Oraneli, U.B.,Okeke, C.J., Ogbuozobe, G., Egbuche, M.C.. (2023, January) General Biology 1 for Tertiary Institutions |
| Journal Articles | |
| 1 | Okeke, C.J., Okeke, I.R., Ezewudo, B.I., Akwuaka, P.C., Olisa, C.S., Umeaniebue, A.C.. (2024, August), "Comparative studies of hematological profiles of cultured and wild Clariid Catfish, Clarias gariepinus (Burchell, 1822) in South-East Nigeria", Research Journal of Biotechnology and Life Science, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 41 - 58 |
| 2 | Okeke, C.J., Eyo, J.E., Okeke, O.A., Azaka, E.I., Akwuaka , P.C., Okpani, I.S.. (2024, August), "Effects of substituting corn meal for corn cob meal on diets acceptability, growth response and cost of diets fed to catfish (Clarias gariepinus)", African Journal of Agriculture and Food Science, Vol. 7, (Issue 3), pp 215 - 224 |
| 3 | Asomba, H.C., Ezewudo, B.l., Okeke, C.J., Islam, M.S.. (2023, February), "Grain size analysis and ecological risk assessment of metals in the sediments of Konsin River and Igboho dam reservoir, Oyo State, Nigeria, under agricultural disturbances", Environmental Monitoring and Assessment, Vol. 195, pp 378 |
| 4 | Okeke, C.J., Nwani, C.D., Eyo, J.E.. (2023, October), "Serum chemistry profiles of cultured and wild Clariid Catfish, Clarias gariepinus (Burchell, 1822) in South-East Nigeria", African Journal of Agricultural Research |
| 5 | Okeke O.A., Obinabo W.O., Imakwu C.A., Okeke C.J., Okafor N.C., Nwadike C.C., Nnatuanya I.O. and Afoemezie P.I.. (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 & Reports, Vol. 28, (Issue 10), pp 1 - 10 |
| 6 | Atama C.I., Onovo C.J., Okeke C.J., Nelson O., Nwani C.D.. (2020, September), "Heavy metal analysis of three urban rivers in Enugu, Nigeria", Annual Research and Review in Biology, Vol. 35, (Issue 10), pp 14 - 19 |
| Thesis | |
| 1 | Okeke Chioma Janefrances. (2023, November), "Biometrics, Haematological and Biochemical Indices of Farm-Raised and Wild Clariid Catfish, Clarias gariepinus (Burchell, 1822) in South-East Nigeria". |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | Okeke, C.J., Ezewudo, B.I., Akwuaka, P., Atuchukwu, E.I.. (2023, May), "Comparative Studies of Serum Biochemistry of Cultured and Wild Clariid Catfish, Clarias gariepinus (Burchell, 1822) in South-East Nigeria", |
| 2 | Okeke O.A., Ezirike A.C., Udeh N.P., Nwadike C.C., Imakwu C.A., Nnatuanya I.O., Egwuagu C.C., Afoemezie P.I., Okeke C.J., Okafor N.C. and Obudulu C.. (2023, January), "Incidence of Intestinal Parasites among School-aged Children: A Case Study of Nnarambia, Ahiazu Mbaise Local Government Area of Imo State, Nigeria", , Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 34 - 43 |
| 3 | Ndulaka A.U., Udeh P.N., Afoemezie P.I., Okeke C.J., Nwadike C.C., Imakwu C.A., Okeke O.A. Nnatuanya I.O.,. (2023, June), "Prevalence of Plasmodium falciparum malaria parasite among children 5 - 14 years in Okpofe Community, Ezinihittembaise, Imo State", |
| 4 | Okeke O.A., Muoghalu V.C., Udeh P.N., Imakwu C.A., Okafor N.C., Okeke C.J.. (2023, January), "Species diversity and the abundance of mosquitoes in Science Village, Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria", |
| 5 | Okeke C.J., Anyaeneh M.O., Ezewudo B.I., Okeke I.R., Edeh I.C., Obiyo G.E., Akwuaka P.C.. (2023, January), "Investigation of heavy metals in African giant snail (Achatina achatina) sold at Eke Awka Market, Awka, Anambra State", |
| 6 | Okeke, P.C., Edeh, I.C., Ugokwe, C.U., Okeke, C.J., Ezewudo, B.I.. (2021, July), "Production and Utilization of Microalgae in Water Quality Monitoring and Bioremediation as Bio-flocculants in Wastewater Treatment", |
| 7 | Okeke I.R., Obiezue N.R., Okoye I.C., Ezebueme C.J.. (2015, October), "The prevalence of intestinal helminth parasites among patients in Awka metropolis of Anambra State, Nigeria", |
| Other Relevant Publications | |
| 1 | Okeke C.J.. "Consolidation of the Banking Sector: Problems and Prospects", (Presentation, 2007 June) School of General Studies, University of Nigeria Nsukka |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Grants | |
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| 1 | Collaborator: "Preliminary risk assessment of metal contamination in water, sediments and fish from a river in Nigeria" (June, 2023). Ongoing sponsored grant by Institution Based Research (IBR), Tertiary Education Trust Intervention, Nnamdi Azikiwe University |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Member, "Department of Zoology NAU Committee on Zoology Books and Manuals" (February, 2024) |
| 2 | Member, "Department of Zoology NAU Committee on Students Scholarship and Welfare" (March, 2024) |
| 3 | Member, "Department of Zoology NAU Committee on Zoology Alumni Converge / Home Coming" (March, 2024) |
| 4 | Staff Welfare Coordinator, "Department of Zoology Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka" (February, 2022) |
| 5 | Member, "Department of Zoology NAU Accreditation Committee" (August, 2021 to November, 2021) |
| 6 | Vice President, "Agulu Students Association" (October, 2018 to May, 2019) |
| 7 | Financial Secretary, "Queen of the Rosary College Onitsha Old Girls Association" (May, 2017 to March, 2019) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "Fisheries Society of Nigeria" (member since 2017), https://fison.org.ng |
| 2 | Full Member, "Zoological Society of Nigeria" (member since 2015), https://zoologicalsocietyofnigeria.com |
| 3 | Full Member, "Society for Occupational Safety and Environmental Health" (member since 2010), https://sosehnigeria.org |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "1st South-East Symposium of Parasitology and Public Health Society of Nigeria (PPSN)", (Parasitology and Public Health Society of Nigeria), 20th June, 2023 to 22nd June, 2023; Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Igbariam, Anambra State |
| 2 | "Zoological Society of Nigeria (ZSN) Online Conference (2nd Edition)", (Zoological Society of Nigeria), 13th June, 2023 to 13th June, 2023; Zoom |
| 3 | "2023 Annual Conference on Bioscience and Biotechnology", (Faculty of Biological Sciences, University of Nigeria, Nsukka), 30th May, 2023 to 1st June, 2023; Zoom |
| 4 | "2nd International Biosciences Conference", (Faculty of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 10th January, 2023 to 11th January, 2023; Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka |
| 5 | "15th Zoological Society of Nigeria Conference (ZSN)", (Zoological Society of Nigeria), 27th November, 2022 to 30th November, 2022; University of Lagos |
| 6 | "4th African Conference / Workshop on Applications of Nanotechnology to Energy, Environment, Agriculture and Health", (NANO RESEARCH GROUP, University of Nigeria Nsukka), 19th July, 2021 to 23rd July, 2021; University of Nigeria Nsukka |
| 7 | "10th Annual Conference of Zoological Society of Nigeria (ZSN)", (Zoological Society of Nigeria), 11th October, 2015 to 14th October, 2015; Ebonyi State University Abakiliki |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "Faculty of Biosciences Workshop on Grant Sourcing and Writing", (Faculty of Biosciences Grant Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 12th October, 2021 to 12th October, 2021; Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka |
| 2 | "University of Nigeria Postgraduate Workshop on Research and Grant Writing", (School of Postgraduate Studies (SPGS) , UNN), 13th October, 2016 to 13th October, 2016; University of Nigeria Nsukka |
| Seminar | |
| 1 | "Orientation Seminar for Academic Staff of Nnamdi Azikiwe University", (Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 20th April, 2021 to 20th April, 2021; Multipurpose Hall, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka |
| Webinar | |
| 1 | "Nnamdi Azikiwe University Grant Committee Training on Use of Research Professionals", (Grant Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 14th February, 2022 to 14th February, 2022; Zoom |