Dr. Adaobi Olivia Okeke

Dr. Adaobi Olivia Okeke is a LECTURER I in MASS COMMUNICATION Department, Faculty Of Social Sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University

Dr. Adaobi Olivia Okeke

Staff Profile

I am Dr. Adaobi Olivia Okeke, a lecturer in the department of Mass Communication, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Anambra State Nigeria. I have publications in reputable local and international journals. My research interests are Broadcasting, Film and Multimedia Studies and New Media.

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Mass Communication, Faculty Of Social Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.
Faculty/Unit:
FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES
Department/Sub-Unit:
MASS COMMUNICATION

Academic Qualifications

Degrees / Basic Certificates
1Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka.. (Doctor of Philosophy, August, 2021)
February, 2015 to August, 2021
Ph.D Mass Communication
2Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Master Degree, May, 2014)
October, 2010 to January, 2014
Masters Mass Communication
3Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Bachelor Degree, December, 2004)
October, 2000 to June, 2004
B.sc Mass Communication
4Federal Government Girls' College Onitsha. (SSCE, June, 2000)
September, 1994 to June, 2000
SSCE

Relevant/Working Experience

1Lecturer II, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka
October, 2020 to Present
2Assistant Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka
October, 2019 to October, 2020
3Supervisor, Cabba Elektrik Wire and Cable Nig. Ltd
January, 2008 to August, 2008
4Programmes Officer, African Independent Television( AIT) Abuja
May, 2005 to January, 2006

Creative Output

Book Chapters
1Adaobi Olivia Okeke, Julius Chibuike Nwosu. (2021, March) Radio, Television And Internet Broadcasting: Principles And Practice: In Communication And Media Studies, MultiplePerspectives New Generation Educare Ltd, Enugu Southeast Nigeria, pp 305-324
2Dr. Henry Duru, Adaobi Olivia Okeke. (2021, March) Principles Of Online And Multi-media Journalism: In Communication And Media Studies; Multiple Perspectives New Generation Educare Ltd, Enugu Southeast Nigeria, pp 565-578
3Julius Nwosu, Adaobi Okeke. (2021, March) Understanding Public Relations; Principles And Practice: In Communication And Media Studies; Multiple Perspectives. New Generation Educare Ltd, Enugu Southeast Nigeria, pp 163-184
Journal Articles
1Chibuike Julius Nwosu, Adaobi Olivia Okeke, Joel Asogwa, Chinwe Rebecca Okoyeocha. (2023, June), "Awareness and Utilization of M-Health Pregnancy Apps Among Women Of Reproductive Age in Anambra State", International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Growth Evaluation, Vol. 4, (Issue 3), pp 361-371
2Adaobi Olivia Okeke, Chibuike Julius Nwosu, Chinazom Lilian Ajagu. (2023, May), "Awareness and Believability of the Oke-ite Money Ritual Charm Efficacy Claims on Facebook by Anambra Youths: A Study of Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Undergraduates", International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Growth Evaluation, Vol. 4, (Issue 3), pp 111-120
3Adaobi Olivia Okeke, Chibuike Julius Nwosu, Chinazom Lilian Ajagu. (2023, July), "Accessibility of Online Nollywood Films: The Place of You-Tube", International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Sciences, Vol. 7, (Issue 6), pp 1552-1561
4Adaobi Olivia Okeke,PhD Henry chigozie Duru, PhD, Nwakaego Gloria Chukwuemeka, PhD, Elozona Chinwe Okpala. (2023, May), "Emerging Nollywood Digital Economy Versus Technological Maladjustments: An Impact Evaluation", American Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences Research (AJHSSR), Vol. 7, (Issue 5), pp 10
5Adaobi Olivia Okeke, Chibuike Julius Nwosu, Elozona Chinwe Okpala. (2022, March), "Evaluating Representation of Social Realities through Radio Drama", International Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities Reviews, Vol. 12, (Issue 1), pp 127-133
6Adaobi Olivia Okeke, Chibuike Julius Nwosu, Elozona Chinwe Okpala, Chinazom Lilian Ajagu. (2022, July), "Citizen Journalism and Security Challenges: Audience Perception of Ethical and Security Issues in Nigeria's Online Journalism Practice", Research Journal of Mass Communication and Information Technology, Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 40-55
7C.J. Nwosu, A.O.Okeke, L.R. Nankyen. (2022, March), "New Media and Parental Mediation: Assessing Awka Urban Parents' Awareness and Attitude to Adolescents' Use of Facebook", International Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities Reviews, Vol. 12, (Issue 1), pp 134-146
8A.O. Okeke, C.J. Nwosu, G.N.Ono. (2021, June), "Use Of Radio As A Tool Of Learning In Crisis Period.", Journal of Communication and Media Studies: Rex Commpan Publishers, Vol. 1, (Issue 2), pp 12
9A.O. Okeke, C.J. Nwosu. (2021, January), "New Communication Technologies As A Source Of Western Cultural Imperialism In Nigeria: A Study Of Awka Metropolis In Anambra State", Journal of Communication and Media Studies: Rex Commpan Publishers, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 13
10G.N. Ono, C.A. Chiaghana, A.O.Okeke. (2021, January), "Investigating Information Usefulness Of You-Tube Among Select Unizik Students.", Journal of Communication and Media Studies: Rex Commpan Publishers, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 14
11Adaobi Olivia Okeke, Linda Nnenna Ikechukwu, Chinazom Lilian Ajagu. (2021, October), "Perception and Utilization of Social Media Health Messages on Covid 19 Among Undergraduate Students in Anambra State", International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Sciences, Vol. 5, (Issue 10), pp 1-9
12C.J Nwosu, A.O.Okeke. (2021, January), "Assessment Of Newspapers Pattern Of Reportage On Public Accountability Issue In Nigeria.", Journal of Communication and Media Studies: Rex Commpan Publishers, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 15
13A.O. Okeke, G.N. Ono, O.C.Oduah. (2020, April), "Assessment Of Parental Mediation Strategies On The Impact Of Videogames On Children's Social Development In South East Nigeria", Research Journali Exclusive Publishing House, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 11
14G.N. Ono, A.O. Okeke, C.A. Chiaghana. (2020, January), "Believability Of Internet Sources: An Assessment Of University Undergraduate Communication Students' Use And Perception", SSRG International Journal of Communication and Media Science, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 7
15G.N. Ono, A.O. Okeke. (2020, ), "Investigation Of Consumers' Knowledge About NAFDAC Media Campaign On Consuming Counterfeit Drugs And Substandard Food In South East Nigeria", International Journal of Economics and Business Management, Vol. 6, (Issue 2), pp 17
16A.O.Okeke, O.C. Ekwenchi. (2020, February), "Parental Mediation Strategies In The Use Of Videogames By Children: A Panacea For Curtailing Negative Influence.", International Journal of Humanities and Social Studies, Vol. 8, (Issue 2), pp 5
17C.J Nwosu, A.O Okeke, C.A. Chiaghana. (2020, ), "Health Messages And Compliance By Undergraduate Consumers Of Road Side Food Around University Campuses In Anambra State.", Journal of Communication and Media Studies: Rex Commpan Publishers, Vol. 1, (Issue 2), pp 19
18A.O.Okeke, G.N.Ono & E.A.Agbanu. (2019, June), "Competence, Access and Usage of the Internet Among Primary School Children in Southeast Nigeria", SAU Journal of Management and Social Sciences, Vol. 4, (Issue 1)

Academic Leadership Qualities

Contributions to the University/Society
1Member, "Faculty Examination Monitoring Commitee" (June, 2023)
2Coordinator CEP Programme, "Department of Mass Communication Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (October, 2022)
3Member, "Faculty Commitee on Library Matters" (February, 2021 to April, 2023)
4Assistant Secretary, "Department of Mass Communication Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka" (January, 2020 to March, 2022)
5Secretary, "Faculty Commitee on Examination Misconduct" (February, 2020 to August, 2021)

Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies

1Professional Member, "Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) UNIZIK Chapel" (member since 2021), https://nuj.org.ng
2Professional Member, "Association of Communication Scholars and Professionals of Nigeria (ACSPN)" (member since 2021), https://acspn.org.ng
3Professional Member, "African Council For Communication Education (ACCE Nigeria Chapter)" (member since 2021), https://acce.org.ng

Relevant Events Attended

Conferences
1"Drug Abuse and Drug Related Crimes in Contemporary Nigeria: Mass Media As Panacea", (Department of Mass Communication, Faculty of Social Sciences Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Igbariam Campus/NDLEA Abuja), 4th July, 2023 to 6th July, 2023; Department of Mass Communication, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Igbariam Campus
2"International Conference tagged "UNIZIK 2022"", (African Council For communication Education (ACCE)), 24th January, 2023 to 27th January, 2023; Department of Mass Communication, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
3"Mkpuru mmiri, Yahoo Plus and Oke Ite Prevalence Among The Contemporary Nigerian Youth: The Social Sciences At CrossRoads", (Faculty of Social Sciences Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University COOU Igbariam Campus Anambra State), 6th July, 2022 to 6th July, 2022; Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University COOU Igbariam Campus
4"Eminent Persons Strategy Series 2022 of the Association of Communication Scholars and Professionals of Nigeria, Ebonyi State Chapter", (Association of Communication Scholars and Professionals of Nigeria Ebonyi State Chapter), 9th June, 2022 to 9th June, 2022; ICT Conference Hall, Ebonyi State University, Main Campus
5"Democracy, Good Governance and National Development", (Centre for Unity and Conflict Resolution and Development CUCRD Madonna University Nigeria in Colloboration with Department of Political Science Paul University Awka), 7th March, 2022 to 9th March, 2022; Senate Chamber Paul University Awka
6"Mass Media and Security Challenges in Nigeria", (Department of Mass Communication Federal Polytechnic Okoo), 1st March, 2022 to 4th March, 2022; Federal Polytechnic Oko
7"Development and Sustainability of African Economies", (Unizik Business School), 25th November, 2021 to 26th November, 2021; Unizik Business School Premises
Workshops
1"Sustainability Models for Media and Business Managers in a Troubled Economy", (Unizik Business School and Unizik 94.1 FM), 6th October, 2021 to 7th October, 2021; Unizik Business School Premises
2"Journey Through Communication Industry: Experiences Of Media and Communication Experts", (Association of Communication Scholars and Professionals of Nigeria Ebonyi State Chapter), 27th April, 2021 to 27th April, 2021; Law Faculty Auditorium Ebonyi State University
Seminars
1"Empowerment Series 2022 Association of Communication Scholars and Professionals of Nigeria Anambra State Chapter", (Association of Communication Scholars and Professionals of Nigeria Anambra State Chapter), 21st July, 2022 to 21st July, 2022; Godwin Ezeemo International Press Centre, NUJ Secretariat Awka Anambra State
2"Empowerment Series 2022 of the Association of Communication Scholars and Professionals of Nigeria, Imo State Chapter", (Association of Communication Scholars and Professionals of Nigeria Imo State Chapter), 22nd March, 2022 to 22nd March, 2022; Imo State University Owerri
Other Events
1"Knowledge, Technology And Innovation For Africa's Transformation. (Conference)", (Anambra State Polytechnic, Mgbakwu in collaboration with the Centre for Advanced Arts, Science, Social and Management Research (CAASSMR) , Anambra State Nigeria), 7th September, 2021 to 10th September, 2021; Anambra State Polytechnic Mgbakwu, Anambra State
2"Social Media And Security Issues In Post Covid-19 Era In Africa (International Conference)", (Faculty of Social Sciences, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, COOU Igbariam campus, Anambra State.), 30th June, 2021 to 1st July, 2021; Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Igbariam, Anambra State
3"Association Of Communication Scholars And Professionals Of Nigeria History Series: A Journey Through Communication Industry: Experiences Of Media And Communication Experts", (Association of Communication Scholars and Professionals of Nigeria in Conjunction with the Department of Mass Communication, Ebonyi State University Abakalikiy), 27th April, 2021 to 27th April, 2021; Ebonyi State University Abakaliki
4"Enhancing Women's Participation In Politics & Visibility In Leadership. (Workshop)", (The Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) and Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka), 26th April, 2021 to 26th April, 2021; Multipurpose Hall Unizik, Awka
5"Book Presentation: Communication And Media Studies; Multiple Perspectives By Prof. Chinyere Stella Okunna", (Department of Mass Communication, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 3rd March, 2021 to 3rd March, 2021; Nnamdi Azikiwe University Auditorium Awka Anambra State
6"New Media And Development Communication (Conference)", (Department of Mass Communication, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 4th July, 2011 to 4th July, 2011; J.Jumac Hotels & Towers, Awka
7"Community Health, Education And Development In Africa. (Workshop)", (Family Health International/ Nigeria), 12th September, 2002 to 14th October, 2002; Nnamdi Azikwe University, Awka Anambra State