Mrs. Chioma Blessing Okeke
Mrs. Chioma Blessing Okeke is a LECTURER I in APPLIED BIOCHEMISTRY Department, Faculty Of Bio-sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Address: | Applied Biochemistry, Faculty Of Bio-sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF BIO-SCIENCES |
Department/Sub-Unit: | APPLIED BIOCHEMISTRY |
Social Profiles
Interest Areas
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | University Of Nigeria, Nsukka. (Master Degree, December, 2018) November, 2016 to November, 2018 M.Sc Environmental Biochemistry |
| 2 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University. (Bachelor Degree, September, 2014) October, 2010 to August, 2014 B.Sc Applied Biochemistry |
| 3 | Gombe High School. (NECO, June, 2008) September, 2002 to May, 2008 NECO Senior School Certificate |
| 4 | Gombe High School. (SSCE, June, 2008) September, 2002 to May, 2008 WAEC West African Senior School Certificate |
| 5 | Gombe Children School. (FSLC, July, 2002) September, 1997 to July, 2002 FSLC Certificate Of Primary Education |
| Other / Relevant Certificates | |
| 1 | Global Health ELearning Center (July, 2019) July, 2019 to July, 2019 Certificate Of Course Completion Population, Health, And Environment |
| 2 | Global Health ELearning Center (July, 2019) July, 2019 to July, 2019 Certificate Of Course Completion Bureau For Global Health Environmental Management Process Training |
| 3 | Chartered Institute Of Environment Health And Safety (September, 2018) February, 2018 to August, 2018 HSE Level 3 Graduate Diploma In Health Safety And Environment |
| 4 | Chartered Institute Of Environment Health And Safety (September, 2018) February, 2018 to August, 2018 HSE Level 1 Certificate In Health Safety And Environment |
| 5 | Chartered Institute Of Environment Health And Safety (September, 2018) February, 2018 to August, 2018 HSE Level 2 Diploma In Health Safety And Environment |
| 6 | School Of Postgraduate Studies, University Of Nigeria. (October, 2017) October, 2017 to October, 2017 Certificate Of Completion Research Methodology And Application Of ICT In Research |
| 7 | National Youth Service Corp (NYSC) (May, 2016) May, 2015 to May, 2016 Certificate Of National Service |
| 8 | Horebson Resources (December, 2012) December, 2012 to December, 2012 Certificate Of Training Completion Leadership, Inter-personal Relationship, Communication And Entrepreneurship Skills. |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | 400L Coordinator/Examination Officer, Applied Biochemistry Department January, 2024 to Present |
| 2 | Project Coordinator, Applied Biochemistry Department January, 2024 to Present |
| 3 | Lecturer II, Nnamdi Azikiwe University October, 2022 to Present |
| 4 | Examination Officer for 100L, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Applied Biochemistry Department June, 2021 to January, 2024 |
| 5 | Assistant Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University October, 2020 to October, 2022 |
| 6 | Managing Director, Chrisgra Investment July, 2016 to August, 2018 |
| 7 | Basic Science Teacher and Form Mistress, Government Science Secondary School, Katsina State. May, 2015 to May, 2016 |
| 8 | SIWES Intern, Pipelines And Product Marketing Company (PPMC) April, 2013 to September, 2013 |
Creative Output
| Journal Articles | |
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| 1 | Oladejo A.A., Okeke C.B., Okeke C.M., Iloanya E. L., Adeyemi M. A., Anyanwu R. O., Apalowo D., and Onyenweaku O. G.. (2024, December), "Protective Effect of Annona muricata Leaf Extract against Electrolytes Imbalance in Wistar Rats Induced with Acute Myocardial Infarction", Journal of Advances in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Vol. 26, (Issue 12), pp 120-128 |
| 2 | Enemali, M. O., Ijeoma, W. C., Okeke, C. B., Chigbo, C. M and Okeke, C. M.. (2024, May), "The Effect Of Processing On Some Nutritional Indices Of Purple Onion, (Allium Cepa Linn), Bulb", International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation, Vol. 11, (Issue 4), pp 601-608 |
| 3 | Okeke Chioma Blessing. (2024, May), "The Biochemical Basis of Inorganic Insecticides: A Review", RAS Agricultural Science and Technology, Vol. 1, (Issue 1) |
| 4 | Oladejo, A. A., Onwubuya, E.I., Kalu, O. A., Okeke, C.B., Okeke, C.M., and Ikemefuna, P.N.. (2024, June), "Investigating the Cardio-protective Activity of Agaricus bisporus in Wistar Rats Induced with Myocardial Infarction", Cardiology and Angiology: An International Journal,, Vol. 13, (Issue 3), pp 57-66 |
| 5 | Kalu, O. A., Onwubuya, E. I., Oladejo, A. A., Okeke, C. B., and Ezenwelu, C. O. (2024, June), "Investigating the Cardio-protective Activity of Volvariella volvacea in Isoproterenol-induced Myocardial Infarction Using Animal Model: An In vivo Approach", Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research, Vol. 25, (Issue 7), pp 73-83 |
| 6 | Egwu Oguh Collins, Alexander Ikechukwu Ajai, Osuji Chigoziri Akudo, Ugwu Chukwuebuka Victor, Adinnu Chiamaka Maria-Goretti, Okeke Chioma Blessing, Ugwu Obiora Celestine, Obasi Glory Otuomasirichi, Umezinwa Ogochukwu Jennifer, Ugoeze Ucheoma Elele, Dickson Achimugu Musa, and Makun Husseini Anthony. (2023, April), "Oxidative Stress Markers and Toxic Metals Assessment in Albino Wistar Rat fed with Vigna unguiculata Expose to Biopesticides (Bacillus thuringiensis, Neem Azadirachta) and Agrochemical", Asian Journal of Food Research and Nutrition, Vol. 2, (Issue 3), pp 58-73 |
| 7 | Okeke Chioma Blessing, Oladejo Afees Adebayo, Metu MaryCynthia Dumebi, Ndubuisi Ifeanyi Kennedy and Ayo Ebunolorun Ibukunoluwa.. (2023, July), "The Effect of Inhalation of Fumes from Esbiothrin Based Mosquito Coil on Some Renal Function Markers and Hematological Parameters in Male Wistar Rats", International Journal of Advances in Nephrology Research, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 46-53 |
| 8 | Obiajulu Christian Ezeigwe, Chukwuemeka Obumneme Okpala, Michael Okey Enemali, Ebele Lauretta Iloanya, Chidiebere Malachy Chigbo, Chisom Miracle Okeke, Chioma Blessing Okeke, Michael Chinonso Okafor. (2022, June), "Effect of Citrus aurantifolia juice on bodyweight and haematological indices of wistar rats", AFRICAN JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE, Vol. 16, (Issue 6), pp 151-159 |
| 9 | A. A. Oladejo, E. I. Onwubuya, C. S. Okafor, C. B. Okeke, C. G. Ikimi and C. M. Okeke. (2022, December), "Blood Cells Formative Properties of B. pinnatum in Chronic Inflammatory Disorders: An Experience with Wistar Rats", International Journal of Research and Reports in Hematology, Vol. 5, (Issue 2), pp 274-279 |
| 10 | Oguh C.E, Chima U.C, Wisdom O.O, Ugwu C.V, Tochi A.P, Blessing O.C, Kelechi E.G. (2019, April), "Risk Assessment On Bioaccumulation Of Potentially Toxic Elements On Soil And Edible Vegetables Corchorus Olitorius And Amaranthus Cruentus Grown With Water Treatment Sludge In Chanchaga Minna, Niger State, Nigeria", Journal of Research in Environmental Science and Toxicology, Vol. 8, (Issue 2), pp 92-103 |
| 11 | Ganyam M. M, Anaduaka E.G, Iyija R.O, Tanze M.M, Sani S.B, Okeke C. B, Udo S.I, Cosmas S.. (2019, April), "EFFECTS OF METHANOL EXTRACT OF JATHROPHA CURCAS ROOTS ON TESTOSTERONE- INDUCED BENIGN PROSTATE HYPERPLASIA (BPH) IN MALE ALBINO RATS", Pharmacology Online, Vol. 1, pp 154-165 |
| 12 | Samuel Cosmas, Evalde Ngabonzima, Bazil Ekuh Ewane, Chibueze Kelechi Ene, Chioma Blessing Okeke, Ndubuisi Michael Chigbu, Olanrewaju Ayodeji D. (2018, December), "Molecular Docking And Pharmacokinetic Study Of Gedunin Against The NAD+ Kinase Of Mycobacterium Tuberculosis", The Pharmaceutical and Chemical Journal, Vol. 5, (Issue 6), pp 96-104 |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | Okeke, C. B., Oladejo, A. A., Okeke, C. M and Ndu, M. V.. (2024, June), "Pleurotus ostreatus Extract Up-Regulates Cardiac Biomarkers in Rats Induced with Acute Myocardial Infarction", |
| 2 | Okeke Chioma Blessing, Oladejo Afees Adebayo, Metu MaryCynthia Dumebi, and Ayo Ebunolorun Ibukunoluwa.. (2023, March), "THE EFFECT OF INHALATION OF FUMES FROM ESBIOTHRIN BASED MOSQUITO COIL ON SOME RENAL FUNCTION MARKERS AND ON SOME HEMATOLOGICAL PARAMETERS IN MALE WISTAR ALBINO RATS.", , MARCH 3RD – 5TH , 2023 |
| 3 | Okeke Chioma Blessing, and Ubani Chike Samuel. (2019, January), "Biochar as a Tool for the Optimization of Biogas Production", |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Reviewerships | |
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| 1 | Reviewer, "Investigation of the Subchronic Toxicity of Graded Doses of Extracts of Dialium guineense Stem Bark in Rats" (January, 2024) |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Project Coordinator, "Applied Biochemistry Department" (January, 2024) |
| 2 | 400L Coordinator/Examination Officer, "Applied Biochemistry Department" (January, 2024) |
| 3 | Member, "Faculty Conference Marking Committee, Faculty of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University." (May, 2023) |
| 4 | Examination Officer for 100L 2020 Set, "Applied Biochemistry Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University" (March, 2021) |
| 5 | Project Director, "NYSC-MDGs/SDGs Advocacy Project" (June, 2015 to April, 2016) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Associate Member, "Chartered Institute of Environmental Health and Safety" - 002646 (member since 2018), http://ciehsglobal.us/membership-verification/ |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "Application of Digital Tools in Bioscience Research: Prospects and Challengers", (3rd International Bioscience Conference), 18th June, 2024 to 20th June, 2024; ASUU NAU Secretariat, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria. |
| 2 | "ISPEC 11TH INTERNATIONAL AGRICULTURE, LIVESTOCK AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT CONGRESS", (ISPEC Journal of Agricultural Sciences), 3rd March, 2023 to 5th March, 2023; Mus Alparslan University Mus, Turkey |
| 3 | "Post-Covid-19 Pandemic Resilience: Role of the Biosciences.", (Faculty of Biosciences, 2nd Annual International Conference Live/virtual.), 10th January, 2023 to 11th January, 2023; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria. |
| 4 | "Environmental Sustainability And Pollution Control Through Science", (Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry (SETAC)), 7th October, 2018 to 11th October, 2018; University of Ghana, Legon, Accra |
| 5 | "The 3rd African Conference/Workshop On Application Of Nanotechnology To Energy, Environment, Agriculture And Healt", (Nano Research Group In Collaboration with OilServ Limited Group of Companies.), 15th July, 2018 to 18th July, 2018; University of Nigeria, Nsukka |
| 6 | "The Impact Of Women In Science In National Development", (1st Annual General Meeting and Scientific Conference of the Organization of Women in Science for Developing World, University of Nigeria, Nsukka Chapter), 29th May, 2017 to 1st June, 2017; University of Nigeria, Nsukka |
| 7 | "The Role Of Biotechnology In The Development Of The Health Sector In Nigeria", (Nigerian Society of Biochemistry Students, South-East Zone.), 16th July, 2014 to 19th July, 2014; Nnamdi Azikiwe University ,Awka |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "Artificial Intelligence (AI) Training", (Faculty of Agriculture, Nnamdi Azikiwe University in collaboration with Davak Consult.), 7th November, 2023 to 7th November, 2023; FEG Hall, Faculty of Agriculture. |
| 2 | "Animal Handling Training", (ANIMAL RESEARCH ETHICS COMMITTEE), 25th January, 2023 to 26th January, 2023; New Bioscience Building, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 3 | "Research Methodology and Application of ICT in Research", (School of Postgraduate Studies, University of Nigeria, Nsukka), 12th October, 2017 to 13th October, 2017; Nnamdi Azikiwe Library, University of Nigeria, Nsukka. |