Dr. Nkiru Onyinye Nnaemezie (nee Ifejirika)
Dr. Nkiru Onyinye Nnaemezie (nee Ifejirika) is a LECTURER I in HEALTH PROMOTION AND PUBLIC HEALTH EDUCATION Department, Faculty Of Education in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
Dr Nnaemezie Nkiru Onyinyechukwu is from Ezira in Orumba south LGA.Studied Public health education both at undergraduate and graduate level. A lecturer in the Department of Health promotion and Public health Education Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka Anambra State Nigeria. She is also a postgraduate teacher. Have done many researches in the area of Maternal and child health and also gerontology and thanatology. Dr.Nkiru has passion for the elderly and she is determined to make people understand that death is a natural occurance and
everyone should accept it. Dr.Nkiru is also interested in understanding how theories could be linked to people's health behaviours. Also in the area of non communicable diseases.
Personal Information
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Address: | Health Promotion And Public Health education, Faculty Of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF EDUCATION |
Department/Sub-Unit: | HEALTH PROMOTION AND PUBLIC HEALTH EDUCATION |
Interest Areas
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka. (Doctor of Philosophy, September, 2021) October, 2016 to July, 2021 Ph.D In Public Health Education Public Health Education |
| 2 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka. (Master Degree, September, 2012) September, 2012 to September, 2016 M.Sc. In Public Health Education Public Health Education |
| 3 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka. (Bachelor Degree, July, 2010) October, 2006 to July, 2010 B.Sc.(Ed) Health Education |
| 4 | Our Lord's Secondary School Enugu, Enugu State. (SSCE, February, 2006) September, 2003 to February, 2006 SSCE Secondary School |
Creative Output
| Book Chapters | |
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| 1 | Nnaemezie N.O., Okafor J.O., Ifediora L.U., Arinze C.R., Machie K.. (2021, August) Drug, Drug Abuse And Counselling Intervention Therapies |
| 2 | Nnaemezie N.O., Nwankwo N. S.& Akuezuilo J.A.. (2019, October) Domestic Violence And Abuse: Effects And Preventive Strategies , pp 11 |
| Journal Articles | |
| 1 | O.C.N. Okonkwor (Ph.d) Ifediora U.L. Nnaemezie, Nkiru O. (Ph.d). (2023, March), "Stressors among Healthcare Workers during Covid-19 Era at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Teaching Hospital Awka Anambra State Nigeria", International journal of current science research and review, Vol. 6, (Issue 3), pp 13 |
| 2 | Nwankwo, Nonyelum Stella, ibe IJEOMA M. A., nnaemezie Nkiru Onyinyechukwu, Nwankwo Grace Chizoba. (2023, June), "Knowledge of the causes, Risk factors and preventive measures of Prostate Cancer among Male Teachers in Awka South Local Government Area of Anambra States", International journal of Advanced Research in Science., Communication and Technology, Vol. 3, (Issue 5), pp 21 |
| 3 | Leonard E. Ananomo , Alozie Chioma Precious , Machie Kenechukwu Uchenna , Nnaemezie Nkiru Onyinyinyechukwu. (2022, May), "Socio Demographic Determinants for Effective Use of Modern Contraceptive among Married Women of Child Bearing Age in Anambra State", International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 8 |
| 4 | A.I. Ogbalu, Iwuji Ngozi Frances , Ogbonna Chioma Hope , Nnaemezie, Nkiru Onyinyechukwu. (2021, September), "HEALTH HAZARDS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AMONG MARRIED SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHERS IN ANAMBRA STATE NIGERIA", International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), Vol. 5, (Issue 6), pp 6 |
| 5 | C. E. Alagbu , Onyerogbulem Victoria K. , Nnaemezie Nkiru Onyinyechukwu. (2021, October), "Acceptance of Exclusive Breast-Feeding Among Female Teachers in Government Secondary Schools in IMO State", International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews, Vol. 2, (Issue 10), pp 7 |
| 6 | DR. NNAEMEZIE NKIRU ONYINYECHUKWU, NWANKWO NONYELUM STELLA, IBE IJEOMA M.A.. (2021, October), "Percieved Effects of Proper Nutrition among Secondary School Students in Awka South Local Government Area of Anambra State Nigeria", International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews, Vol. 3, (Issue 4), pp 6 |
| 7 | DR. NNAEMEZIE NKIRU ONYINYECHUKWUONYEBUCHI OGECHI STELLAMACHIE, KENECHUKWU UCHENNAIFEDIORA, UCHENNA LOVETH. (2021, October), "CHALLENGES OF EXCLUSIVE BREASTFEEDING AMONG WORKING CLASS MOTHERS IN AWKA SOUTH L.G.A.", unizik journal of education Graduates, pp 17 |
| 8 | A.I OGBALU, IWUJI NGOZI FRANCES, NNAEMEZIE NKIRU ONYINYECHUKWU. (2021, October), "Forms and Risks factors of Domestic Violence among married Secondary School Teachers in Anambra State", INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEACH AND REVIEW, Vol. 8, (Issue 10), pp 11 |
| 9 | Alagbu C.E., Iloghalu, A.N., Nnaemezie N.O.,. (2021, June), "Family Planning Methods And Practices Adopted By Married Women In Anambra State.", International Journal of Health Sciences and Research, Vol. 11, (Issue 6), pp 8 |
| 10 | 17. Prof. J.O. Okafor, Ibe, I.J., Nnaemezie, N.O.,. (2021, June), "Prevalence Of Tuberculosis Cases In Imo State From 2013-2017 Based On Some Demographic Variables.", International Journal of All Research Education & Scientific Methods, Vol. 9, (Issue 5), pp 7 |
| 11 | 18. Dr. Leonard E. Ananomo, Obidigbo Mirian Chinwe, and Nnaemezie Nkiru Onyinyechukwu.. (2021, July), "Knowledge And Perception Of Students Towards Sexually Transmitted Infections In Secondary Schools In Anambra State", International Journal of All Research Education & Scientific Methods, Vol. 9, (Issue 7), pp 10 |
| 12 | 19. Ananomo L.E., Chukwuemeka, A.E, and Nnaemezie Nkiru O.. (2021, September), "Utilization Of Control Measures For Malaria Among Pregnant Women In Oyi LGA", International Journal of Research, Vol. 8, (Issue 9), pp 10 |
| 13 | 10. Nnaemezie N.O., Okafor, C.G., Nwankwo, S.N., Ifediora U.L.. (2020, ), "Knowledge Of And Prevention Of Aged –related Eye Diseases Among Staff Of Faculty Of Education Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka Anambra State Nigeria", International Journal of humanities and social studies, Vol. 8, (Issue 3), pp 4 |
| 14 | Nnaemezie N.O., Nwankwo, S.N.& Ifediora L.U.. (2020, January), "Effects Of Gerontology Intervention Programme On Knowledge And Attitude Of Secondary School Student In Anambra State Nigeria", Journal Plus Education, Vol. 26, (Issue 1), pp 12 |
| 15 | 12. Stella N. N., Ikechukwu O.A. , Onyinyechukwu N.N.. (2020, August), "Effects Of Health Education Programme On Knowledge Of Cervical Cancer Screening Among Women Of Child Bearing Age In Anambra State, Nigeria.", International Research Journal of Oncology, Vol. 3, (Issue 3), pp 12 |
| 16 | Nnaemezie N.O., Nwankwo, S.N.& Ifediora L.U. & Bosah C.N. (2020, September), "Nutritional Health Problems Of Boarding House Students In Idemili North Local Government Area Of Anambra State Nigeria.", TEXILA INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH, Vol. 8, (Issue 2), pp 7 |
| 17 | 14. Nkiru Nnaemezie, Okafor, J.O., Ifediora, U.L. , Arinze C.R. (2020, December), "Effects Of Thanatology Intervention Program On Knowledge And Attitude Of Secondary School Students In Anambra State Nigeria.", Agro Psycho-Pragmatica semestrial journal;, Vol. 14, (Issue 2), pp 10 |
| 18 | 8. Nnaemezie, N.O., Fidelis M.N., & Nwankwo N.S.. (2018, November), ",Improving Adequate Nutrition Of The Infant Through Exclusive Breastfeeding.", UNIZIK JOURNAL EDUCATION GRADUATES, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 8 |
| 19 | Nnaemezie, N.O., Okafor, J.O., , Nwankwo, N.S.. (2018, September), "Theories And Models As Vehicles For Health Communication And Promotion In Contemporary Nigeria", NIGERIA JOURNAL OF HEALTH PROMOTION, Vol. 11, pp 5 |
| 20 | Nnaemezie N.O., Dr. Igudia E.O., Okafor, J.O.,. (2017, February), "Noise Pollution And Control: Implication For Safety Education.", African journal of studies in Education., Vol. 12, (Issue 1), pp 8 |
| 21 | Nnaemezie, N. O. , Akuezuilo, J. A.. (2017, October), "Domestic Violence: Nigerian Experience", Journal of Guidance and Counselling Studies;, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 4 |
| 22 | Chinagorom Onwunaka, Ignatius O. Nwimo, Cajetan I. Ilo, Nkiru Nnaemezie.. (2015, August), "And Community Practices Of Child Survival, Growth And Development (SGD) Among Mothers In Enugu State, Nigeria", International Journal of African and Asian Studies, Vol. 10, pp 17 |
| 23 | 1. Emeahara, G.O, Agbanusi, E.C. , Ifejirika, N.O.. (2010, September), "A Survey Of Body Mass Index [BMI] Of Undergraduate Students Of Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka.", ICHPER.SD AFRICAN JOURNAL OF RESEARCH, Vol. 3, pp 3 |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | 1. Nnaemezie, Nkiru, Onyinyechukwu, Prof. Jerome. O. Okafor; Machie,KenechukwuUchenna; Arinze, Rita Chinelo; Ifediora,Uchenna Loveth. (2021, July), "Older Adults in the Covid-19 Pandemic Era: A Review of the Health Challenges and Preventive Measures.", University of Nigeria, Nsukka, pp 99 |
| 2 | Onyinyechukwu Nkiru., Ibeagha, E. Jonathan, & Njoku, N. Grace.. (2018, June), "Female Genital Mutilation: A Challenge Health Education.", Unizik Orient Journal of Education, Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 7 |
| 3 | 6. Nnaemezie, N.O., J.O. Okafor, , Akuezuilo, J.A.. (2018, October), "Averting Depression In A Period Of Economic Recession.", Unizik Orient Journal of Education, Vol. 9, (Issue 1), pp 10 |
| 4 | 4. Nnaemezie N.O., Chinagorom Onwunaka, Amaefule, Mark-Joy.. (2016, ), "Risky Behaviours Among Youths And Their Health Implications.", INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT (IJERD), Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 10 |
| Other Relevant Publications | |
| 1 | 15. Nnaemezie N.O., Ifediora L.U. , Arinze C.R.. "COVID- 19: The Health Challenges Of The Pandemic On Migrants And Possible Solutions.", (Others, 2020 ) AWKA |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Supervisions | |
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| 1 | "Knowledge and Practice of Proper Waste Management among Secondary School teachers in Anambra State." (2023). Ongoing Masters project by Nwankwo Oluchi Theresa |
| 2 | "The effects of drug education on the knowledge and attitude of secondary school students in Anambra State" (2023). Ongoing Masters project by Nwangwu Juliana chimezie |
| 3 | "Knowledge of the Risk Factors and Preventive Measures of diarrhoea among women of child Bearing Age in South East, Nigeria" (2023). Ongoing Masters project by Onyekwe Florence Chinonso |
| Editorships | |
| 1 | Editor, "UNIZIK ORIENT JOURNAL OF EDUCATION" (June, 2023) |
| 2 | Editor, "UNIZIK JOURNAL OF EDUCATION GRADUATES" (October, 2021) |
| Reviewerships | |
| 1 | Reviewer, "AMA journal of Ethics" (November, 2022) |
| 2 | Reviewer, "UNIZIK journal of education Graduate" (July, 2021) |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Postgraduate Coordinator, "Department of Human Kinetics and Health Education" (February, 2023 to December, 2023) |
| 2 | Timetable Officer, "Human Kinetics and Health Education" (January, 2022 to December, 2023) |
| 3 | Examination Officer, "Human Kinetics and Health Education" (February, 2018 to December, 2023) |
| 4 | Assistant Secretary, "Health Promotion Research Association of Nigeria National Conference 2017 Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (July, 2017 to September, 2017) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "Nigeria Association of Health Educators (NAHE)" (member since 2023), https://ng-check.com/nigerian-association-of-health-educators/1608169.html |
| 2 | Full Member, "Health promotion Research Association of Nigeria (HEPRAN)" (member since 2017), https://ng.linkedin.com/in/golda-ekenedo-28058712 |
Relevant Events Attended
| Other Events | |
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| 1 | "RE-ENGINEERING EDUCATION FOR GOOD GOVERNANCE, SECURITY, CREATIVITY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION FOR NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN COVID-19 ERA", (NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY NATIONAL CONFERENCE), 13th September, 2021 to 16th September, 2021; NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY, AWKA |
| 2 | "Boosting The Immune System And Promoting Mental Health", (7TH Public Health Conference (PHC2021) Organized by Tomorrow people Organization), 18th July, 2021 to 18th July, 2021; ONLINE |
| 3 | "A Whole New World: Research, Development& Innovation In The Pandemic Era", (12. 1ST Annual International Conference organized by University of Nigeria, Nsukka), 5th July, 2021 to 7th July, 2021; University of Nigeria, Nsukka |
| 4 | "National Delegates Conference For Academic Staff Union Of Universities( ASUU)", (ASUU NAU), 30th May, 2021 to 30th May, 2021; NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY AWKA |
| 5 | "COVID-19 Webinar And Online Publication Series", (webinar session organized by Nnamdi Azikiwe University Center for Migration Studies), 16th June, 2020 to 17th September, 2020; 4. Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 6 | "Inclusive Education; Global Perspective On Inclusive Education.", (faculty of education Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 11th June, 2018 to 14th June, 2018; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 7 | "Building The Foundation Of EAP In Nigerian Organizations", (8. Employee Assistance Professionals Association –Nigeria and School of Post Graduate Studies,), 21st May, 2018 to 21st May, 2018; 7. Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 8 | "Unraveling The World Of Academic Publishing For Junior And Mid-level Academics", (3. ENAGO and National University Commission Author Workshop Initiative.), 15th December, 2017 to 15th December, 2017; NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY AWKA |
| 9 | "Communication As A Vehicle For Health Promotion In Contemporary Nigeria", (1. Health promotion research association of Nigeria (HEPRAN),), 11th October, 2017 to 14th October, 2017; NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY AWKA ANAMBRA STATE |
| 10 | "Education In A Period Of Economic Recession", (FACULTY OF EDUCATION NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY AWKA), 27th April, 2017 to 29th April, 2017; AWKA ANAMBRA STATE |
| 11 | "3rd Faculty Of Education International Conference On Higher Education", (9. Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka faculty of Education), 18th April, 2016 to 18th April, 2016; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 12 | "Education In 100 Years Of Nigeria’s Existence: Achievements, Challenges & The Way Forward.", (7. Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka Faculty of Education), 17th September, 2014 to 20th September, 2014; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |