Dr. Uchechukwu Harrison Orji
Dr. Uchechukwu Harrison Orji is a LECTURER I in PHARMACOLOGY AND TOXICOLOGY Department, Faculty Of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
I am a Pharmacist by training that strongly believes in dignity in labor.Very willing to embark in any research work geared to improve my specialty in the area of my academic interest. And to actively support and participate in any academic base institution or organization that respect and participate in improving quality of life and well being of humanity.
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Address: | Pharmacology And Toxicology, Faculty Of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES |
Department/Sub-Unit: | PHARMACOLOGY AND TOXICOLOGY |
Interest Areas
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | Nnandi Azikiwe University. (Doctor of Philosophy, March, 2026) January, 2016 to December, 2025 Phd Clinical Pharmacology |
| 2 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Master Degree, June, 2016) May, 2013 to June, 2015 M.Pharm EthnoPharmacology |
| 3 | NIGER DELTA UNIVERSITY. (Bachelor Degree, December, 2009) December, 2003 to October, 2008 B.PHARM PHARMACY |
| 4 | Ubakala Community School II. (FSLC, May, 2009) September, 1988 to October, 1994 FSLC |
| 5 | CALABAR. (GCE, December, 2003) October, 2003 to November, 2003 WAEC |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | FIRST ELDER OR THE HEAD ELDER 01, SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH ENUGU DISTRICT December, 2024 to December, 2025 |
| 2 | PRESIDENT GENERAL, UBAKALA CLAN IMPROVEMENT UNION FEDRATED ENUGU CHAPTER June, 2023 to December, 2025 |
| 3 | ASSOCIATE HEALTH DIRECTOR, EASTERN NIGERIAN UNION MISSION OF SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH November, 2022 to November, 2025 |
| 4 | THE HEALTH DIRECTOR., SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH , ENUGU CONFERENCE HEALTH DIRECTOR April, 2021 to September, 2025 |
Creative Output
| Journal Articles | |
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| 1 | Ikechukwu S. Mbagwu, Mba Ogbonnaya, Roseline ,N. Asomugha, Emeka. E. Ilodigwe, Uchechukwu, H. Orji and Lotanna, D. Ajahaku. (2026, April), "Ethyl acetate fraction of Diaphananthe bidens leaf extract ameliorates chronic immobilization stress- induced oxidative damage in the rat brain", Bulletin of Environment, Pharmacology and Life Sciences, Vol. 15, (Issue 5), pp 88-89 |
| 2 | Uchechukwu Harrison Orji, Emmanuel Emeka Ilodigwe, Amara Anwuchaepe Ajaghaku, Ikechukwu Sonne Mbagwu,Paul Chinwuba,Uchechukwu Loveth, Daniel Lotanna Ajaghaku. (2025, January), "Effect of phenol-rich fraction of ochna schweinfurthiana on retinoic acid- induced osteoporosis", JOURNAL OF EXPERIMENTAL AND LABORATORY MEDICINE, Vol. 2, (Issue 3), pp 90-105 |
| 3 | Mba Ogbannaya, Ikechukwu S. Mbagwu, Ernest C. Orji,Uchechukwu H. Orji. Daniel L. Ajaghaku. (2025, May), "Ethyl acetate fraction of diaphananthe bidens leaf extract showed immunomodulatory activity in experimental mice models", Journal of Phytomolecules & Pharmacology, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 39-49 |
| 4 | Orji Uchechukwu Harrison, Ilodigwe E.E, Mbagwu I. S, Ajaghaku A.A, Idokoja L.O,Ajaghaku D.L.. (2024, May), "Effect of phytoestrogen- rich fraction of ochna schweinfurthiana bark extract in attenuating retinoic acid -induced osteoporosis: Insights into estrogenic and antioxidative mechanisms", Journal of Pharmaceutical and Allied Sciences (JOPHAS), Vol. 21, (Issue 5) |
| 5 | Daniel Ikechukwu Oraekei, Chukwuka Benjamin Uzodinma, Uchechukwu Harrison Orji, Marcellus Ejike Nnamani, Onyeka Chinwuba Obidiegwu, Nnamdi Markben, Mitchelle Chioma Ezeobi. (2024, March), "Proximate analysis , total phenolic content, acute toxicity, anti-oxidative and anti-inflammatory studies of vigna unguiculata and citrus limon using wister rat model", GSC Advanced Research and Reviews, Vol. 18, (Issue 3), pp 317–325 |
| 6 | Daniel Ikechukwu Oraekei, Chukwuka Benjamin Uzodinma, Uchechukwu Harrison Orji, Marcellus Ejike Nnamani, Onyeka Chinwuba Obidiegwu, Nnamdi Markben, Cynthia Chioma Ibe. (2024, February), "Evaluation of the anti-inflammatory , anti-ulcer and gastric histopathology activities of ethanol leaf extracts of gongronema latifolium in diclofenac induced albino rat models", World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews (WJARR), Vol. 21, (Issue 3), pp 182-191 |
| 7 | Mba Ogbannaya, Chibueze P. Ihekwereme, Uchechukwu H. Orji, Aziakpono M. Omoirri. (2024, September), "Antiplasmodial activities of n-hexane and water fraction of dennettia tripetala leaf extract in wistar rats", World Journal of Biology Pharmacy and Health Sciences (WJBPHS), Vol. 19, (Issue 3), pp 595-602 |
| 8 | Mba Ogbannaya, Roseline N. Asomugha, Emeka E. Ilodigwe, Ikechukwu S. Mbagwu, Eenest C. Orji,Uchechukwu H. Orji. Daniel L. Ajaghaku. (2024, October), "Anti-oxidative stress effects of ethyl acetate fraction of diaphanathe bidens leaf in streptozotocin -induced type-2 diabetic rats", World Journal of Biology Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Vol. 20, (Issue 1), pp 573-585. |
| 9 | Mba Ogbannaya, Roseline N. Asomugha, Emeka E. Ilodigwe, Ikechukwu S. Mbagwu, Eenest C. Orji,Uchechukwu H. Orji. Daniel L. Ajaghaku. (2024, October), "Toxicological profile of diaphananthe bidens leaf extract and fractions in swiss albino rats", International Journal of Advanced Research (IJAR) International Journal of Advanced Research (IJAR), Vol. 12, (Issue 10), pp 1555-1573 |
| 10 | Uchechukwu Harrison Orji, Emmanuel Emeka Ilodigwe, Ikechukwu SN, Amara AA, Emmanuel CU, Daniel LA.. (2023, July), "Oseteoprotective effect of phytoestrogen rich fraction of ochna schweinfurthiana stembark extract on ovariectomized animal model of menopause", Journal of Natural Sciences Research, Vol. 14, (Issue 10), pp 1-19, Vol.14,No. 10,2024 |
| 11 | Uchechukwu Harrison Orji, Emmanuel Emeka Ilodigwe, Amara Anwuchaepe Ajaghaku, Ikechukwu Sonne Mbagwu,Emmanuel Chika Ugwu, Daniel Lotanna Ajaghaku. (2023, July), "Osteoprotective effect of phytoestrogen rich fraction of ochna schweinfurthiana stembark extract on ovariectomized animal model of menopause", Journal of Natural Sciences Research, Vol. 14, (Issue 10), pp 1-19 |
| 12 | Ikechukwu Sonne Mbagwu, Maureen Mbanefo, Uchechukwu Harrison Orji, Levi Onyebuchi Idokoja and Daniel Lotanna Ajaghaku. (2022, September), "Extraction solvent polarity affects the antidiabetic activity of Dioscorea bulbifera L. (Dioscoreaceae) Tuber", Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry, Vol. 11, (Issue 4), pp 202-207 |
| 13 | OMOIRRI Moses Aziakpono, CHUKWUEMEKA Charles Ofili, UYOVWIESEVWA Ataihire Johnson, MADUKA Kate Ifeanyi,Orji Uchechukwu Harrison. (2022, January), "Hematological Changes In Administration Of Garcina Kola Seed Extract To Wistar Rats", Clinical Research Notes, Vol. 3, (Issue 2), pp 1-6 |
| 14 | Chima Ernest Orji 1, Uchechukwu Harrison Orji 1, Kenechukwu Lawrence Ikeako 2, Josephat Chekwube Obasi 3 and Jude Nnaemeka Okoyeh 4, *. (2022, August), "Off-label use of tramadol combined with Lacasera® soft drink: A sub-acute toxicological study using Wistar rats to evaluate the effects of combination on human basic haematological parameters and weight changes", International Journal of Science and Research Archive (IJSRA), Vol. 12, (Issue 1), pp 170-184 |
| 15 | Moses A.O, Akah P.A, Mbagwu I.S, Edward C.N,Orji, U.H,Iloh, E.S, Mba O,Gbagbeke K.O, Odigie M.O. (2022, December), "Haematological and Electrolyte Profile of Albino Rats Treated with Ethanol Extract of Cleome ciliata (Cleomaceae) in a Chronic Toxicity Study", Teikyo medical Journal, Vol. 45, (Issue 5), pp 1-16 |
| 16 | Aziakpono, OM; Johnson, UA; Harrison, OU; Ofili, CC; Chizoba, NG. (2021, July), "Hemato-Protective Effects of Ocimum Gratissimum Leaves Aqueous Extract in Adult Male Wistar Rats", Advances in Clinical and Medical Research, Vol. 20, (Issue 2), pp 1-10 |
| 17 | Ikechukwu Sonne Mbagwu, Obiora Celestine Ugwu, Uchechukwu Harrison Orji, Raymond Ogbonna Offiah and Daniel lotanna Ajaghaku*. (2021, March), "Low-Dose 17?-Estradiol Supplemented with Andrographis Paniculata Improved Glucose and Lipid Homeostasis in a Type-2 Diabesity Mice Model", Journal of Developing Drugs, Vol. 10, (Issue 2), pp 1-8 |
| 18 | Daniel Lotanna Ajaghaku1*, Obiora Celestine Ugwu1, Njideka Ifeoma Ani1, Uchechukwu Harrison Orji2, Raymond3 and Amara Anwuchaepe Ajaghaku4. (2021, May), "Millettia aboensis Attenuates Diabetes Induced Systemic Oxidative Stress in Experimental Animal Model", Current Research in Diabetes & Obesity Journal, Vol. 14, (Issue 4), pp 1-6 |
| 19 | Omoirri Moses Aziakpono Chukwuemeka Charles Ofili Mbata Uchenna Chisom Uyovwiesevwa Ataihire Johnson Olusola Ayobami John Mbata Chinedu Sylvanus. (2021, August), "Anti-Ulcer Activities of Methanolic Extract of Musa Paradisiaca", ournal of Advances in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences (JAMPS), Vol. 23, (Issue 6), pp 10-17 |
| 20 | Moses A.O, Uyovwieseva A.J, Uchechukwu H.O, Chukwuemeka C.O, Nwosu GC,Mba O, Ayobami JO, Mbata UC. (2021, August), "Alcohol and Glucose Dconsumption decreases grip muscles strenght in graded doses", International Journal of Science and Research Archive, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 39-45 |
| 21 | ORJI, UCHECHUKWU HARRISON; ILODIGWE, EMMANUEL EMEKA; AKAH, PETER ACHUNIKE; OKONTA, MATHEW JEGBEFUME; AJAGHAKU, DANIEL LOTANNA; IHEKWEREME, CHIBUEZE PE. (2016, February), "Moringa oleifera increases serum level of testosterone and gonadotropins in male albino rats", Journal of International Research in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Vol. 9, (Issue 1), pp 41-48 |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Reviewerships | |
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| 1 | Reviewer, "FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF GASTRO - RETENTION FLOATING OF VERAPAMIL HYDROCHLORIDE" (July, 2026) |
| 2 | Reviewer, "FICUS CARICA LINN AS A SOURCE OF POTENT TRIPENOIDS ISOLATION, CHARACTERIZATION AND BIOLOGICAL SIGNIFICANCE" (July, 2026) |
| Examinerships | |
| 1 | Examiner, "APHRODIC EFFECT OF TRAMADOL -LACASSARA COMBINATION IN MALE WISTER RAT" (June, 2026 to July, 2026). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| 2 | Examiner, "APPROVAL FOR POSTGRADUATE RESERACH PROGRAMME SUPERVISOR" (June, 2026 to July, 2026). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| 3 | Examiner, "MICROSCOPY -BASED ASSESSMENT OF PRAZIQUANTEL TREATMENT RESPONSE AND RECURRENT SCHISTOSOMA HAEMATOBIUM EGG POSITIVITY AMONG SCHOOL AGED CHILDREN IN ANAMBRA STATE" (August, 2026 to August, 2026). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | examination officer, "Department of pharmacology and toxicology" (October, 2025 to September, 2026) |
| 2 | Udergraduate departmental ICT officer, "Department of pharmacology and toxicology" (October, 2024 to October, 2025) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria" (member since 2020), https://www.psnnational.org/ |
| 2 | Full Member, "National Association Of pharmacist in Academia" (member since 2020), https://napanational.org |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "20th NAPA Scientific conference", (National Association of Pharmacist in Academia), 17th August, 2022 to 20th August, 2022; Obafemi Awolowo Universty IFE |
| 2 | "NAPA 19th National scientific conference", (National Assosiation of Pharmacist in Academia), 16th August, 2021 to 20th August, 2021; University of Nigeria Nsukka |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "Scientific Writing and Publication", (Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences,Nnnamdi Azikiwe University Awka), 4th July, 2013 to 4th July, 2013; Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences,Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka |
| 2 | "INTRODUCTION TO BIOINFORMATICS and biological database", (Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences,Nnnamdi Azikiwe University Awka), 15th February, 2013 to 15th February, 2013; Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences,Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka |
| Seminar | |
| 1 | "Improving the Quality of Teaching", (Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences,Nnnamdi Azikiwe University Awka), 13th May, 2013 to 13th May, 2013; Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences,Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka |