Dr. Chidozie Beneth Obiorah
Dr. Chidozie Beneth Obiorah is a READER in POLITICAL SCIENCE Department, Faculty Of Social Sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
Dr. Chidozie Beneth Obiorah of the Department of Political Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State Nigeria, is a lecturer, Researcher and a Community Leader. He has embarked on different levels of community services. His research interest is but not limited to Public Administration and Local Government, Public Policy Analysis, Electoral Issues and Governance
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Address: | Political Science, Faculty Of Social Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES |
Department/Sub-Unit: | POLITICAL SCIENCE |
Social Profiles
Interest Areas
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State Nigeria.. (Doctor of Philosophy, November, 2017) January, 2013 to November, 2017 Ph.D Political Science |
| 2 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State Nigeria.. (Master Degree, January, 2013) October, 2008 to October, 2012 Msc Political Science |
| 3 | University Of Nigeria, Nsukka Nigeria. (Bachelor Degree, March, 2004) December, 1999 to September, 2004 B.Sc Political Science |
| 4 | Christ The King College, Onitsha. Anambra State.. (SSCE, June, 1999) September, 1997 to June, 1999 WAEC |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Senior Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka October, 2021 to Present |
| 2 | Departmental CEP Coordinator, Department Of Political Science, Nnamdi Azikiwe University October, 2020 to Present |
| 3 | Departmental Postgraduate Coordinator, Department Of Political Science, Nnamdi Azikiwe University October, 2019 to Present |
| 4 | Lecturer 1, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State Nigeria. January, 2011 to Present |
Creative Output
| Book Chapters | |
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| 1 | Obiorah C. B, Okafor U.C. (2021, June) Political Factors Affecting Business Entity In Nigeria Published by Fides Media Ltd., pp 389-398 |
| 2 | Dare Ojo Omonijo, Michael C. Anyaegbunam, Ikenna Godwin, Joe-Akunne,Chidozie Beneth Obiorah,Nneka Ifedichinma, Nwangwu. (2020, January) Assessing The National Directorate Of Employment (NDE) Strategy In Poverty Reduction In Nigeria Book Publisher International., Vol. 3, pp 67-74 |
| 3 | Obiorah C. B.. (2016, July) Political Analysis Ingenious Creations Services Ltd, Enugu., pp 205-227 |
| 4 | Obiorah C.B. (2015, June) Bureaucracy , pp 132-145 |
| 5 | Obiorah C. B.. (2015, July) Negative Attitudes And Conducts In Nigeria: Cultism And Other Vices Appiause Multi-sectors , Owerri, pp 147-156 |
| 6 | Biereenu-Nnabugwu M.N,Obiorah Chidozie Beneth. (2014, May) "Propaganda, Public Opinion And Voting Behaviour Rhyce Kerex Publishers, Enugu, pp 117 - 129 |
| 7 | Okeke M.I, Obiorah C.B.. (2013, September) Reflections And Visions Of University Education In Nigeria: Implications For National Development , pp 439-448 |
| Journal Articles | |
| 1 | Azubuike Francis Callistus, Ezeanya Emeka Vincent, Nwagbo Samuel N.C, Chidozie B. Obiorah, Emelife Anthony. M, Ignatus I.Ngini, Emenike Ekene. (2023, November), "North Korea: Nuclear Armament And International Security", Webology, Vol. 20, (Issue 3), pp 167-180 |
| 2 | Chidozie Beneth OBIORAH, Chibuike E. MADUBUEGWU, Eberechukwu Odichinma OGBOKE, Chukuwma Gideon OKEWORO. (2023, December), "Public Opinion and Public Policy in the Context of Nigeria", Socialsciencia Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vol. 8, (Issue 4), pp 98-105 |
| 3 | EGBOH Edmond Amaechi, OBIORAH Chidozie Beneth, MOKWUNYEI Victor Ndidi. (2023, June), "Federal Character and Service Delivery in Nigeria", Nnamdi Azikiwe Journal of Political Science (NAJOPS)., Vol. 8, (Issue 4), pp 73-87 |
| 4 | Agwudagwu Anthony Anyiamuwa, EGBOH, Edmond Amaechi, OBIORAH Chidozie Beneth. (2023, June), "Assessment of Public Policy Implementation on National Planning in Nigeria: A Case Study of N-Power Plan on Unemployment and Poverty", Nnamdi Azikiwe Journal of Political Science (NAJOPS)., Vol. 8, (Issue 4), pp 88-106 |
| 5 | Obiorah C.B, Onyishi A .E, Oji C.C. (2023, June), "Small Arms Proliferation and Violent Conflicts in Nigeria: A Threat to Food Security.", Nnadiebube Journal of Social Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 1-27 |
| 6 | Chibuike E Madubuegwu, Chidozie Beneth Obiorah, Samuel Nwagbo N. C, Vincent E Agu. (2022, April), "Nigerian Economic Diplomacy Under Muhammadu Buhari’s Administration: A Critical Assessment", Irish International Journal of Law, Political Sciences and Administration, Vol. 6, (Issue 2), pp 18-49 |
| 7 | Chibuike E Madubuegwu, Chidozie Beneth Obiorah, Samuel Nwagbo N. C,. (2022, July), "NIGERIAN CITIZEN DIPLOMACY AND NATIONAL SECURITY THREATS: A CRITICAL ASSESSMENT", Journal of Policy and Development Studies, Vol. 13, (Issue 2), pp 63-73 |
| 8 | Chibuike E Madubuegwu, Vincent O Onyia, Chidozie Beneth Obiorah, Georgina Nwakego Onah, Ugwu Kyrian Ibekaku. (2021, June), "Education Of Rural Women For National Development: Exploring The Imperatives Of Gender-Responsive Governance.", International Journal of Academic and Applied Research (IJAAR), Vol. 5, (Issue 6), pp 53-62 |
| 9 | Chibuike E Madubuegwu, Chidozie Beneth Obiorah, Vincent O Onyia, Nwagbo Samuel N.C, Ugwu Kyrian Ibekaku. (2021, June), "Terrorism In North And West Africa: Implications For Regional Stability", International Journal of Academic Multidisciplinary Research (IJAMR), Vol. 5, (Issue 6), pp 127-140 |
| 10 | Chibuike E Madubuegwu, Chidozie Beneth Obiorah, Groupson Paul Okechukwu, Onyejegbu Emeka Dominic, Ugwu Kyrian Ibekaku. (2021, July), "Crises Of Abduction Of School Children In Nigeria: Implications And Policy Interventions.", International Journal of Academic Management Science Research (IJAMSR), Vol. 5, (Issue 7), pp 48-57 |
| 11 | Augustine Ejiofor Onyishi, Chidozie B. Obiorah, Cyriacus Chijioke Oji. (2021, September), "Exploring Poverty of Ideas in Nigeria Security Management and the Rise of Regional Security Networks", Public Policy and International Affair Academic Journal, Vol. 3, (Issue 3), pp 61-74 |
| 12 | Augustine Ejiofor Onyishi, Cyriacus Chijioke Oji, Chidozie Beneth Obiorah. (2021, June), "The Failure of Nigeria Security Structure and the Crisis of National Development: A Prismatic Assessment", Journal of Management Sciences (JOMAS), Vol. 57, (Issue 1), pp 174-189 |
| 13 | Onyishi A. E, Chidozie B. Obiorah, Davies Emmanuel Opuene.. (2021, July), "South-South Cooperation And The Politics Of National Development: An Assessment Of China-Africa Bilateral Relations", Academic Journal of Current Research, Vol. 8, (Issue 7), pp 45-63 |
| 14 | obiorah Chidozie Beneth, Egwu Michael C. (2021, September), "Elite Politics, Recycling and Development Crisis: Issues and Challenges in Nigeria's Fourth Republic", Journal of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Federal University Otuoke, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 186-193 |
| 15 | Chidozie Beneth Obiorah,Davies Emmanuel Opuene. (2021, June), "BORDER CLOSURE POLICY AND SOCIO-ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA: THE UNINTENDED CONSEQUENCES.", Academic Journal of Current Research, Vol. 8, (Issue 6), pp 35-46 |
| 16 | Onyishi A.E, Asadu I, Obiorah C.B.. (2020, September), "Sino-African Bilateral Relations: South-South Cooperation Or Debt-Trap Diplomacy?", The Department of Economics (JEF) Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, Nigeria Defense Academy, Vol. 4, (Issue 3), pp 231-242 |
| 17 | Okoye Anthony.C, Obiorah Chidozie.B, Nwoke S.I.. (2020, March), "Environmental Degradation And Violent Conflict Between Herders And Farmers In Nigeria", Wilberforce Journal of Social Sciences, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 1-20 |
| 18 | Chidozie B. OBIORAH,Okoye Anthony C. (2020, December), "REGIONAL AGITATION AND THE CHALLENGES OF NATIONAL INTEGRATION IN NIGERIA: POLITICAL RESTRUCTURING AS A PANACEA", Nigerian Political Science Association, Vol. 9, pp 204-225 |
| 19 | Johnkennedy Tersoo Ikyase,Obiorah Chidozie Beneth (Ph.D). (2019, July), "Porous Borders And National Security In Africa: Understanding The Paradox Of Nigeria's Underdevelopment", Nigerian Political Science Association, pp 511-524 |
| 20 | Dare O. Omonijo,Michael C. Anyaegbunam,Chidozie B. Obiorah,Samuel N. C Nwagbo,Caleb A. Ayedun, Victoria Ajibola Adeleke,Elizabeth I. Olowookere,Jonath. (2019, July), "Examining The Social Problem Of Kidnapping As A Reaction Against Injustice In Nigeria", Academic Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies, Vol. 8, (Issue 2), pp 176-185 |
| 21 | Makodi BIEREENU-NNABUGWU, C. Jaja NWANEGBO, Nobert ABAH, Vin AGHARA, Vincent O. EMESIBE, Chidozie OBIORAH, Samuel NWAGBO, Ndidi EDWARDS. (2018, March), "DIALECTICS OF FISCAL FEDERALISM AND CRISES OF COMMON RESOURCES IN NIGERIA: AN ANALYSIS IN SOCIAL JUSTICE AND CONTRADICTIONS", Socialscientia Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 34-49 |
| 22 | Obiorah Chidozie.B, Egwu Michael C.. (2018, June), "Democratization And Womens Participation In Politics In Nigeria: Challenges And Prospects", Nigerian Political Science Association, South-East Zone, Vol. 2, pp 225-238 |
| 23 | Ikyase J.T, Ochim F, Obiorah C.B.. (2018, August), "Democracy And The Challenges Of Nation-Building In Nigeria.", Department o Political Science of and International Relations, Kwararafa University, Wukari, Taraba State, Nigeria, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 245-255 |
| 24 | Chidozie B. OBIORAH,E.A. EGBOH,. (2017, March), "GOVERNANCE AND DIMENSIONS OF NATIONAL SECURITY: EXPLORING NIGERIA’S EXPERIENCE, 2010 – 2015.", Socialscientia Journal of the Social Sciences and Humanities, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 69-87 |
| 25 | Dare Ojo Omonijo,Chidozie Beneth Obiorah,Onyekere Oliver, Chizaram Uche,Michael Chibuzor Anyaegbunam,Albert O. Shaibu,Chibuike Emmanuel Ogunwa. (2017, May), "Exploring Social Theories In The Study Of Insecurity In Contemporary Nigeria", The Journal of Social Sciences Research, Vol. 3, (Issue 7), pp 59-76 |
| 26 | Dare Ojo Omonijo,Michael Chibuzor Anyaegbunam,Onyekwere Oliver Chizaram Uche,Chidozie Beneth Obiorah,Chibuike Emmanuel Ogunwa. (2017, January), "The Menace Of Plagiarism: Sensitizing Faculty, Staff And Students In Nigerian Higher Education Systems", Scholars Middle East Publishers, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 19-26 |
| 27 | Obiorah C. B, Okafor U.C. (2017, February), "Challenges Of Policy Implementation In Nigeria†A Study Of Anambra Integrated Development Strategy (ANIDS)", Department o Political Science, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awkakk, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 173-184 |
| 28 | Okafor Uzodinma C,Obiora, Chidozie. (2017, May), "From Military Rule To Civil Rule: A Political Economy Of Gerontocratic Metamorphosis In Nigeria", Center For Advance Research Development CARD., Vol. 4, (Issue 3), pp 98-109 |
| 29 | Michael C. Egwu,Chidozie B. Obiorah. (2017, December), "Critical Reflections On The Local Government System And Rural Development In Nigeria", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 5, (Issue 2), pp 35-48 |
| 30 | Nwagbo, Samuel N.C,Okafor, Uzodinma C,Obiorah, Chidozie B.. (2016, June), "POLITICS AND DEMOCRATIC CHALLENGES: RE-VISITING THE ROLE OF THE MEDIA IN THE NIGERIA’S FOURTH REPUBLIC", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 3, (Issue 2), pp 51-66 |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | Chidozie B Obiorah, Augustine E Onyishi, Okafor Uzodinma Chukwuemeka. (2023, June), "IMPLICATIONS OF BUDGET PADDING ON SOCIOECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA: A REFLECTION ON PRESIDENT BUHARI'S ADMINISTRATION, 2015-2022", , Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 79-89 |
| 2 | Obiorah C. B.. (2019, July), "Electoral Process And Good Governace: A Reflection On 2019 General Election In Nigeria", |
| 3 | Ikyase J.T, Obiorah C.B.. (2019, July), "Porous Borders And National Security In Africa: Understanding The Paradox Of Nigeria’s Underdevelopment.", Nigerian Political Science Association, pp 511-524 |
| 4 | Ude N.P, Obiorah C.B, & Ngonadi A.O.. (2018, May), "Understanding Migration And National Security: A Focus Of United Kingdom", Aboki Publishers, Makurdi., pp 93-109 |
| 5 | Leo-Nnoli T, Obiorah, C.B. (2018, June), "Global Migration Policy And Environmental Conflicts In Nigeria: Interrogating The Nexus", Afri-Heritage, pp 52-70 |
| 6 | Obiorah C.B, Okoye A. C. (2018, April), "Regional Agitations And The Challenges Of National Integration In Nigeria: Political Restructuring As A Panacea.", A Journal of the Nigerian Political Science Association, Vol. 9, (Issue 1) |
| 7 | Nwagbo S.N.C, Obiorah C. B, Okafor, U.C.. (2016, April), "Politics And Democratic Challenges: Re-visiting The Role of The Media In The Nigeria's Fourth Republicâ€.", Faculty of Social Sciences, Vol. 3, (Issue 2), pp 51-66 |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Supervisions | |
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| 1 | "Manpower Development and Workers Effectiveness in Enugu North Local Government Area of Enugu State (2012-2022)" (2023). Completed Masters project by Ozoagu Godwin Chukwuemeka. Reg. No: 2019136020FB |
| Grants | |
| 1 | Collaborator: "Interrogating Intergroup Relations a Peace-building among Farmers and Pastoralists in Rural Grazing Areas (RUGA) in Nigeria." (March, 2022). Ongoing sponsored grant by NRF Tet-Fund |
| Editorships | |
| 1 | Editor, "Social Science Research" (February, 2024) |
| Examinerships | |
| 1 | Examiner, "Postgraduate Student's PhD/MSc Final Defence" (February, 2024 to February, 2024). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 2 | Examiner, "Postgraduate Proposal Internal Defence" (January, 2024 to January, 2024). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 3 | Examiner, "Postgraduate Faculty Internal Defence" (November, 2023 to November, 2023). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| 4 | Examiner, "Postgraduate Proposal Internal Defence" (May, 2023 to May, 2023). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 5 | Examiner, "Postgraduate Proposal Internal Defence" (November, 2023 to November, 2023). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 6 | Examiner, "Postgraduate Proposal Internal Defence" (May, 2023 to May, 2023). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 7 | Examiner, "Postgraduate Faculty Internal Defence" (December, 2023 to December, 2023). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 8 | Examiner, "Postgraduate PhD/MSc Final Defence" (May, 2023 to May, 2023). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Chairman, "Department of Political Science, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka" (January, 2022) |
| 2 | Member, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University: Office of the Vice-Chancellor (Administration)" (May, 2019) |
| 3 | Secretary, Caretaker Committee, Amanasaa Progressive Union, "Umuchu Improvement Union Representative Assembly" (June, 2019 to September, 2019) |
| 4 | Chairman, "Amihie Development Union, Umuchu" (December, 2018 to December, 2022) |
| 5 | Member, "Faculty of Social Sciences' Committee" (January, 2018 to January, 2021) |
| 6 | Member, "Faculty of Social Science's Committee" (January, 2016 to January, 2018) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Fellow Member, "Chartered Institute of Local Government and Public Administration of Nigeria" - 0201484 (member since 2020), http://www.fcpanigeria.org |
| 2 | Full Member, "Nigerian Political Science Association" (member since 2016), http://www.npsa.org.ng |
| 3 | Full Member, "Nigerian Political Science Association - South East Zone" (member since 2016), http://www.npsa-se.org.ng |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "10th Annual Conference on the Theme: Building an Integrated South East Nigeria; Politics, Economy and Security", (Nigerian Political Science Association South East Zone), 6th June, 2023 to 6th September, 2023; Department of Political Science, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka Anambra State. |
| 2 | "32nd Annual Conference Of Nigerian Political Science Association (NPSA)", (Nigerian Political Science Association), 22nd July, 2019 to 22nd July, 2019; Department of Political Science, Calabar, Cross River State. |
| 3 | "International Conference On “Climate Change, National Security And Development In Nigeria”", (Faculty of Social Sciences, Niger Delta University), 5th November, 2018 to 5th November, 2018; Niger Delta University |
| 4 | "International Annual Governance Conference On “The Political Economy Of Migration In Africa” .", (African Heritage Institution), 28th June, 2018 to 28th June, 2018; African Heritage Institution, Enugu, Nigeria |
| 5 | "Faculty Of Social Sciences 4th International Conference", (Faculty of Social Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 25th April, 2018 to 25th April, 2018; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra state , Nigeria |
| 6 | "31st Annual Conference Of Nigerian Political Science Association (NPSA)", (Nigerian Political Science Association), 26th March, 2018 to 26th March, 2018; Department of Political Science, Ebonyi State University, Abakiliki, Nigeria. |
| 7 | "5th Annual Conference Of Nigerian Political Science Association (NPSA) South East Zone", (Nigerian Political Science Association - South East Zone), 12th October, 2017 to 12th October, 2017; Department of Political Science, Abia State University, Uturu, Nigeria. |
| 8 | "4th Annual Conference Of Nigerian Political Science Association (NPSA) South East Zone", (Nigerian Political Science Association - South East Zone), 17th October, 2016 to 17th October, 2016; Department of Political Science, Imo state University, Owerri, Nigeria. |
| 9 | "30th Annual Conference Of Nigerian Political Science Association (NPSA)", (Nigerian Political Science Association), 27th June, 2016 to 27th June, 2016; Department of Political Science/Administrative Studies, University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State |
| 10 | "Faculty Of Social Sciences 4th International Conference", (Faculty of Social Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 28th April, 2016 to 28th April, 2016; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra state , Nigeria |
| 11 | "29th National Conference Of Nigerian Political Science Association", (Nigerian Political Science Association), 29th June, 2015 to 29th June, 2015; Department Political Science, Keffi, Nasarawa State, Nigeria |
| 12 | "Faculty Of Arts Annual Conference", (Faculty of Arts, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Akwa.), 14th April, 2014 to 14th April, 2014; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra state , Nigeria |
| Webinar | |
| 1 | "International Online Conference Of The Faculty Of The Social Sciences, University Of Nigeria With The THEME: Critical Issues And Challenges To Sustainable Development In Africa", (Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Nigeria, Nsukka), 27th October, 2020 to 27th October, 2020; University of Nigeria |