Dr. Chrysantus Chinyere Onwurah
Dr. Chrysantus Chinyere Onwurah 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. Chrysantus Onwurah is a lecturer of Health Promotion and Public Health Education at the Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria. She is an
experienced public health educator and promoter with a demonstrated history of working in schools. specialised in public health education and health promotion. Skilled in Research and Development (R&D), has carried out research on mental health of the adolescents,adolescents reproductive health, problems of drug, alcohol and tobacco among adolescents. She has worked on several Public Health issues and Infectious diseases. Strong educational profession with a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Public Health Education and Promotion from Nnamdi Azikiwe University. She is currently developing a community based mental health program for adolescents in Anambra State. I'm open to offer and training for upgrading and acquiring new knowledge for Volunteer services.
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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 |
Social Profiles
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | Model Comprehensive Girls Secondary School, Ugwuachala, Abakaliki, Ebonyi State. (GCE, August, 2021) September, 1992 to December, 1998 Senior School Certificate West African Examinations Council |
| 2 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Doctor of Philosophy, May, 2020) October, 2013 to October, 2018 PhD Public Health Education Public Health Education |
| 3 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Master Degree, August, 2013) October, 2010 to April, 2012 Bsc Public Health Education Public Health Education |
| 4 | University Of Nigeria, Nsukka. (Bachelor Degree, April, 2005) October, 2002 to February, 2004 MSc In Health Education Health Education |
| 5 | Alvan Ikoku College Of Education, Owerri. (NCE, February, 2002) October, 1999 to April, 2001 NCE Physical And Health Education Physical And Health Education |
| 6 | Iruka Primary School, Nawgu. (FSLC, February, 1991) September, 1981 to September, 1987 First School Leaving Certificate |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Departmental ICT Officer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Anambra State December, 2019 to Present |
| 2 | Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Anambra State May, 2019 to Present |
| 3 | Vice Principal Administration, Divine Love College, Kuchikau, Nasarawa September, 2017 to September, 2018 |
| 4 | Head Teacher, Daughters Of Divine Love Nursery And Primary School, Ubulu-uku. Delta State September, 2013 to September, 2017 |
| 5 | Teacher, Daughters Of Divine Love Juniorate, Enugu September, 2013 to September, 2013 |
Creative Output
| Books | |
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| 1 | Dr. Chrysantus Chinyere Onwurah. (2022, July) Sexual Risk Behaviors among IN-SCHOOL Adolescents in Nigeria: Issues for Today Hope for Tomorrow AMAZON |
| Book Chapters | |
| 1 | Samuel, G.K. &Onwurah, C. C.. (2020, March) Historical Development Of Health Care Delivery Services In Nigeria From Pre-Colonial And Post-Colonial Epochs Exercise Science, Human Performance and Health Education, pp 358-370 |
| Journal Articles | |
| 1 | Ikegulu Ukanne Joy, Onwurah, Chrysantus Chinyere. Eziuzor Chinyere Chidinma Soma Priston Williams, Alozie, Isaiah Onyedikachi & Onwunali Olivia Chineme. (2024, March), "Health Implications of Skin Bleaching", African Journal of Educational Management, Teaching and Entrepreneurship Studies, Vol. 11, (Issue 1), pp 343-349 |
| 2 | Onwurah, Chrysantus Chinyere; Appah Princess Ifeyinwa; Alozie, Isaiah Onyekachi; Ikegulu Joy Ukanne & Barnaby Jude. (2024, February), "AVAILABILITY AND UTILIZATION OF E-HEALTH AMONG PRIMARY HEALTH CARE WORKERS IN AWKA SOUTH, ANAMBRA STATE", Unizik Journal of Educational Research and Policy Studies man Performance and Health Education, Vol. 17, (Issue 1), pp 295-304 |
| 3 | Onwurah Chrysantus Chinyere, Alozie Isaiah Onyekachi, Ikegulu Joy , Chinyere Love Okika, Soma Priston ,Eziuzor Chinyere Chidinma. (2024, March), "Experiences and Consequences of Sexual Violence among Female Adolescents in Emohua Local Government Area of Rivers State", International Journal of Applied Research, Vol. 5, (Issue 3), pp 6298-5306 |
| 4 | Onwurah Chrysantus Chinyere , Samuel Gentle Kitoye. (2024, March), "Determinants Of E-Health Utilization And Delivery Of Health Care Services Among Primary Health Care Workers In Rivers West Senatorial District", International Journal of Applied Research, Vol. 12, (Issue 1), pp 66-75 |
| 5 | Chrysantus C. Onwurah Joy U. Ikegulu Isaiah O. Alozie Olivia C. Onwunali. (2024, March), "WORK STRESS AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHERS IN PORT HARCOURT LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF RIVERS STATE", South Eastern Journal of Research and Sustainable Development, Vol. 14, (Issue 2), pp 177-197 |
| 6 | Onwurah C.C., Barnaby, J., Alozie, I. O., Ikegulu, U. J., Onwunali C. C. (2024, March), "STRESS LEVELS AND STRESS MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES AMONG UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS OF NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY, AWKA, ANAMBRA STATE, NIGERIA", South Eastern Journal of Research and Sustainable Development, Vol. 14, (Issue 2), pp 198-213 |
| 7 | Barnaby Jude, Onwurah Chrysantus, Agwu Kelechi, Ibekwe Daniel, Idoko Ikenna. (2024, April), "Ethical Dimensions of Rewilding Nature Based Approatch to Climate Change Mitigation", International Journal of Advances in Engineering and Management, Vol. 6, (Issue 4), pp 208-221 |
| 8 | Onwurah, Chrysantus Chinyere, Barnaby Jude, Alozie, Isaiah Onyekachi, Ikegulu, Joy Ukanne, Ogbunugwor, Alexander Uzochukwu, Onwunali Olivia Chineme. (2024, March), "PERCEIVED MENTAL HEALTH IMPACT OF COVID-19 PANDEMIC AND HEALTH RELATED QUALITY OF LIFE AMONG STUDENTS NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY, AWKA.", Journal of Guidance and Counseling Studies, Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 33-48 |
| 9 | C.C. Onwurah, J. Barnaby, I. O. Alozie, J. U. Ikegulu, A. U. Ogbunugwor, O. C. Onwunali, C. C. Eziuzor, D. O. Ilouno. (2024, March), "EFFECTS OF SLEEP DEPRIVATION ON MENTAL HEALTH OF UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS OF NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY AWKA, ANAMBRA STATE NIGERIA", Journal of Guidance and Counselling Studies, Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 49-64 |
| 10 | Onwurah, C. C. Kitoye, S. G. Ikegulu, U. J. Okoye, C. A. Alozie, I. O. Nnadi, C. C. Egbegbotor A.. (2023, November), "Knowledge and prevention of hepatitis among secondary school students in Port Harcourt metropolis of Rivers State", International Journal of Applied Research, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 114-132 |
| 11 | Onwurah, C. C., Okoye C. A. & Ikegulu U. J. (2023, March), "Perceived Mental Health Impact Of Covid-19 On Adolescent In Secondary Schools In Awka South Local Government Area In Anambra State.", African Journal of Educational Management, Teaching and Entreprenuership Studies,, Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 1-15 |
| 12 | Onwurah, C. C., Samuel, G. K., & Igwilo, S. N. (2023, March), "Factors Associated With Prolonged Labour Among Women Aged 32-45 Years In Etche Local Government Area Of Rivers State.", Unizik Journal of Educational Research and Policy Studies, Vol. 15, (Issue 1), pp 21-33 |
| 13 | O. C. Onwunali C. C. Onwurah J. U. Ikegulu I. O. Alozie C. L. Okika P. W. Soma C. C. Eziuzor D. O. Ilouno. (2023, November), "Health Consequences of Poor Hand Washing Hygiene: Implication for Proper Hand Washing Education", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 1-15 |
| 14 | Onwurah Chrysantus Chinyere. (2022, March), "Strengthening the role of Youth in Peace Building in Awka, Anambra State", International Journal of Applied Research, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 36 - 37 |
| 15 | Onwurah, C. C.. (2022, September), "Microsystem interaction as predictor of Suicidal Behaviour among In-School Adolescent in South East, Nigeria", African Journal of Educational Management, Teaching and Entrepreneurship Studies, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 225-235 |
| 16 | Igwilo, S. N; J. O. Okafor, Onwurah, C. C.and Okondu, O.E. (2021, June), "EFFECT OF LEARNER-CENTRED METHOD OF TEACHING ON SEXUAL HEALTH KNOWLEDGE AND ATTITUDES OF ADOLESCENTS IN ANAMBRA STATE SECONDARY SCHOOLS", Unizik Journal of Educational Research and Policy Studies, Vol. 7, pp 412-435 |
| 17 | Onwurah, C. C., & Madumelu, J. (2021, March), "Correlate Of Exosystem Interaction As Predictors Of Sexual Risk Behaviours Among In-School Adolescents In Anambra State, Nigeria.", Asian Journal of Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities, Vol. -9, (Issue -1), pp 1 to 7 |
| 18 | *Edith Chinedu Emeagui and Chrysantus Chinyere Onwurah. (2020, September), "Gender-Based Knowledge of Biological Risk Factors for Infertility among Students of Tertiary Institutions in Anambra State", Nigerian Journal of Health Promotion, Vol. 13, pp 84-90 |
| 19 | 3. Eka, J. E.; Onwurah, C. C.; Olebuezie, F. N. & Emeagui, E. C. (2020, July), "Perception Of Drug Use As A Correlate Of Human Immune Deficiency Infection Among Students Of University Of Uyo, Akwa Ibom State", International Journal On Orange Technologies, Vol. -2, (Issue -7), pp 1 to 8 |
| 20 | Onwurah, C. C., Okafor, J., Igwilo, S. N. & Makata, N. E. (2020, June), "Microsystems Interaction As Predictors Of Sexual Risk Behaviours Among In-School Adolescents In Anambra State, Nigeria.", Asian Journal of Educational Research, Vol. -8, (Issue -1), pp 43 to 51 |
| 21 | Onwurah, C. C.. & Makata, N. E. (2020, April), "Relationship Between Mesosystem Interaction And Sexual Risk Behaviours Among In-School Adolescents In Anambra State, Nigeria", European Journal of Public Health,, Vol. -2, (Issue -2), pp 79 to 89 |
| 22 | Igwilo, S. N., Okafor, J., Onwurah, C. C., Ujuagu, N. A., Okpala, V. U., Ifediora, U. L. & Arinze, C. R.. (2020, June), "Effect Of Cooperative Learning Method On Sexual Health Knowledge And Attitudes Of Adolescents In Anambra State Secondary Schools.", Eastern Journal of Research and Sustainable Development, Vol. -3, (Issue -2), pp 21 to 34 |
| 23 | Onwurah, C.C. & Igudia, E. O.. (2020, October), "Knowledge And Preventive Practices Of Hepatitis B Among Undergraduate Students Of University Of Benin", Journal of Research and Contemporary Issues in Human Kinetics and Health Education, Vol. -6, (Issue -1), pp 15 to 19 |
| 24 | 6. Igwilo, S. N., Okafor, J., Onwurah, C. C., Ujuagu, N. A., Okpala, V. U., Ifediora, U. L. & Arinze, C. R.. (2020, August), "Effect Of Students Centred Method Of Learning On Sexual Health Knowledge And Attitudes Of Adolesents In Anambra State Secondary Schools.", Journal of Biotechnology and Bioinformatics Research,, Vol. -1, (Issue -2), pp 1 to 13 |
| 25 | Onwurah, C.C.,Igudia, E. O. & Samuel, G. K.. (2019, June), "Attitudinal Constraint To The Abandonment Of Female Genital Mutilation.", Journal of Human Kinetics and sports Science,, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 227-236 |
| 26 | Samuel, G.K. &Onwurah, C. C.. (2019, August), "Knowledge Of Non-Consensual Sex Among Senior Secondary School Students In Rivers State", British International Journal of Education and Social Science, Vol. 6, (Issue 3), pp 65 - 79 |
| 27 | Samuel, G.K. & Onwurah, C. C.. (2019, August), "Experience Of Non-Consensual Sex Among Senior Secondary School Students In Rivers State", British International Journal of Education and Social Science, Vol. 6, (Issue 3), pp 37 - 47 |
| 28 | Onwurah, C.C., Ogu, O.C. & Makata, N. E. (2019, June), "Utilisation Of Safe Motherhood Initiative Services Among Child Bearing Mothers In Anambra State Of Nigeria.", International Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences, Vol. 8, (Issue 2), pp 89 - 96 |
| 29 | Igudia, E. O. & Onwurah C. C. (2017, July), "Adolescent Reproductive Health: Issues And Challenges.", African Journal of Studies in Education, Vol. 21, (Issue 1), pp 56 - 76 |
| 30 | Oviahon, C. O.; Igudia, E. O. & Onwurah, C. C. (2017, March), "Residents Perception Of Waste Managers’ Services Delivery In Benin Metropolis", African Journal of Curriculum and Instructional Technology, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 108 - 119 |
| 31 | Igwilo, S. N, Onwurah, C. C. & Igwilo, I. O. (2016, September), "Eradicating Malnutrition Among Pregnant Women In Awka South Local Government Area Of Anambra State Through Awareness And Utilisation Of MoringaOleifera: A Nutritional Supplement.", International Journal of Education Science and Public Policy in Africa, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 1 - 12 |
| 32 | Onwurah, C. C, Ilo, C. I., Nwimo, I. O. & Onwunaka, C. O.. (2015, August), "Extent Of Utilisation Of Antenatal Care Services Among Child Bearing Mothers In Anambra State, Nigeria.", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 4, (Issue 3) |
| Other Relevant Publications | |
| 1 | Onwurah Chrysantus Chinyere. "Emotional Intelligence: A panacea for psychological, Social, Physical Adjustment for middle Adulthood", (Others, 2021 August) |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Grants | |
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| 1 | Awardee: "Components of Uriel Bronfebrenners Ecological Model as Predictors of Suicidal Behaviors among In-School Adolescents in South East, Nigeria" (April, 2022 to September, 2022). Completed sponsored grant by TETFUND |
| Reviewerships | |
| 1 | Reviewer, "Sustainable Development Goal-Six (SDG-6) Water and Sanitation, Impacton Nigeria, Assessing the Intersection with Public Health and Globalization: A Systematic Literature Review" (January, 2024) |
| 2 | Reviewer, "International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS)" (January, 2023) |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Students Staff Adviser, "Department of Health Promotion and Public Health Education" (May, 2023) |
| 2 | ICT OFFICER, "Department of Health Promotion and Public Health Education" (May, 2023) |
| 3 | Assistant Financial Secretary, "Nigerian Association of Health Educators (NAHE)" (June, 2023) |
| 4 | Regional Councilor, "Daughters of Divine Love Congregation, Enugu" (May, 2023) |
| 5 | Member, "Faculty of Education Homecoming Committee" (January, 2022) |
| 6 | Member, "Faculty of Education ICT and Media Committee" (January, 2022) |
| 7 | Member, "Faculty of Education National Conference" (July, 2021) |
| 8 | Member, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University Departmental Quality Assurance" (June, 2021) |
| 9 | Member, "Faculty of Education Committee on Workshops and Seminars" (July, 2021) |
| 10 | Member, "Faculty of Education Committee on Learning Materials and Exhibitions" (July, 2021) |
| 11 | Member, "Faculty of Education Committee Venture" (July, 2021) |
| 12 | Member, "Nigerian Red Cross Society" (March, 2019) |
| 13 | Member, "Lappa Delta Pi Education Society of Nigeria" (June, 2019) |
| 14 | Issele-uku Regional Councilor, "Daughters of Divine Love Congregation" (May, 2017 to September, 2018) |
| 15 | Member, "Health Promotion and Research Association of Nigeria (HEPRAN)" (May, 2017) |
| 16 | Member, "National Association of Health Educators (NAHE)" (June, 2016) |
| 17 | Member, "Daughters of Divine Love Rooted in Love Magazine Commission" (August, 2009) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Associate Member, "Nigeria Red Cross Society" (member since 2019), https://www.redcrossnigeria.org/about-us |
| 2 | Full Member, "Kappa Delta" (member since 2019), https://www.rsisinternational.org/journals/ijriss |
| 3 | Full Member, "Health Promotion Research Association of Nigeria" (member since 2014), https://journals.aphriapub.com/ |
| 4 | Professional Member, "National Association of Health Educators (NAHE)" (member since 2013), https://www.facebook.com/100063771441157/posts/pfbid026fbj2vMjaYmuFLBN9k15Vw7N1P66TdN35errEcjMDWTaLDoGqr9KCxnwzWABgQ3Jl/?app=fbl |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "Strenthening Community Action for Effective Health Promotion", (Health Education, Research Association of Nigeria), 11th October, 2023 to 14th October, 2023; Physical |
| 2 | "Acton Institute for the Study of Religion and Liberty", (Acton Institute), 19th June, 2023 to 22nd June, 2023; Zoom |
| 3 | "Roles and responsibilities of Health Educators in the Prevention and Control of Emerging Diseases", (Nigerian Association of Health Educators), 14th June, 2023 to 16th June, 2023; University of Nigeria Benin, Benin City |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "Grants Manship Basics", (Cambridge Educational Consultancy Service Limited), 28th November, 2023 to 29th November, 2023; Physical |
| 2 | "Sustainable Community Health: practice-based solutions for today's challenges", (UNESCO CHAIR and EHESP School of Public Health), 13th June, 2023 to 15th June, 2023; Zoom |
| 3 | "Global Community Health Annual Workshop: How to Build Resilient Communities for times of Crisis", (UNESCO CHAIR and EHESP School of Public Health), 28th June, 2022 to 1st July, 2022; Zoom |
| 4 | "Global Community Health Annual Workshop", (International Union of Health Promotion and Education), 28th June, 2022 to 30th June, 2022; Zoom |
| 5 | "Professional Skill Enhancement for African (Nigeria) Lecturers: A Collaborative Workshop", (Department of Social Work and Sociology, Concord University, USA), 2nd February, 2022 to 9th February, 2022; Zoom |
| Other Events | |
| 1 | "Global Community Health Workshop On Learning From Diversity In Community Health Practices Organized", (WHO Collaboration Center in UNESCO Chair Global Health and Education), 6th July, 2021 to 8th July, 2021; Virtual |
| 2 | "Advancing Salutogenesis Towards Thriving Societies", (International Union of Health Promotion and Education), 17th June, 2021 to 18th June, 2021; University of Girona, France |
| 3 | "Workshop On Sexual Abuse Of Minors And Vulnerable Persons.", (Catholic Diocese of Awka, Anambra State), 22nd March, 2021 to 22nd March, 2021; Archbishop Albert Obiefuna Retreat and Conference Centre, Awka |
| 4 | "International Webinar On Physical Education, Health And Sports", (International Federation of Physical Education, Fitness and Sports Science Association, Virtually Participated on Internat), 12th September, 2020 to 12th September, 2020; Virtual |
| 5 | "Health Promotion In The Workplace.", (Health Promotion Research Association of Nigeria (HEPRAN)), 9th October, 2019 to 12th October, 2019; Alvan Ikoku Federal College of Education, Owerri, |
| 6 | "Workshop On ICT For Effectiveness Of Lecturers In Tertiary Institution In Nigeria", (Kappa Delta Education Society of Nigeria.), 13th September, 2019 to 13th September, 2019; University of Ibadan, Ibadan |
| 7 | "Issues And Challenges In Contemporary Health Education Research", (Nigerian Association of Health Educators (NAHE)), 3rd July, 2019 to 5th July, 2019; University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State |
| 8 | "Faculty Of Education International Conference", (Faculty of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 5th June, 2017 to 7th June, 2017; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Auditorium |
| 9 | "Faculty Of Education 3rd International Conference On Emerging Issues In Higher Education", (Faculty of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 18th April, 2016 to 23rd April, 2016; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Auditorium |
| 10 | "Workshop Towards Improving The Quality Of Teachers In DDL Schools For Principals, Head Teachers And Teachers Of Daughters Of Divine Love Schools", (Daughters of Divine Love Congregation, Enugu), 23rd October, 2013 to 25th October, 2013; Divine Love Retreat and Conference Center, Enugu |
| 11 | "Nigerian Association Of Health Educators (NAHE), 18th Annual Conference On Globalisations: Challenges To Health And Innovations", (Nigerian Association of Health Educators (NAHE),), 5th June, 2013 to 7th June, 2013; Ebonyi State University ,Abakaliki |
| 12 | "Health Education Research Association Of Nigeria (HEPRAN) 8th Annual National Conference On Social Health Promotion", (Health Promotion Research Association of Nigeria (HEPRAN)), 12th October, 2011 to 14th October, 2011; University of Nigeria, Nsukka |
| 13 | "1st Biannual Faculty Of Education International Conference Of Nnnamdi Azikiwe University Awka On Global Education: Initiative, Innovations And Challenges", (Faculty of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 26th May, 2011 to 28th May, 2011; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Auditorium |