Dr. Elaigwe Daniel Enenche
Dr. Elaigwe Daniel Enenche is a LECTURER I in PURE AND INDUSTRIAL CHEMISTRY Department, Faculty Of Physical Sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
Daniel Elaigwu Enenche (Ph.D) teaches food and analytical chemistry. He
obtained his PhD. in Food chemistry at the Centre for Food Technology and
Research (CEFTER), Benue State University; one of the African Centres of
Excecellence’ sponsored by the World Bank. He holds an M.Tech and BSc. in
Analytical chemistry and Industrial Chemistry from the Federal University of
Technology, Minna (2015) and University of Jos (2010) respectively. His
research interest includes food quality and safety; and understanding the
molecular and physical factors that impact bioavailability and stability of
lipid and lipophilic food ingredients and additives. He has published a few
scientific findings in peer-reviewed journals with other researches ongoing.
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Address: | Pure And Industrial Chemistry, Faculty Of Physical Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES |
Department/Sub-Unit: | PURE AND INDUSTRIAL CHEMISTRY |
Social Profiles
Interest Areas
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | Benue State University. (Doctor of Philosophy, October, 2019) December, 2015 to October, 2019 Ph.D Food Chemistry |
| 2 | Federal University Of Technology Minna, Niger State. (Master Degree, August, 2015) January, 2013 to August, 2015 M.Tech Analytical Chemistry |
| 3 | University Of Jos, Plateau State. (Bachelor Degree, December, 2010) May, 2006 to December, 2010 B.Sc. Industrial Chemistry |
| 4 | St. Josephs College Vom, Plateau State. (SSCE, June, 2005) October, 1999 to June, 2005 |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Lecturer II, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka March, 2020 to Present |
| 2 | Teaching Assistant, Benue State University May, 2019 to February, 2020 |
| 3 | Chemistry Teacher, Sacred Heart Minor Seminary, Jalingo Taraba State July, 2011 to July, 2012 |
Creative Output
| Book Chapters | |
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| 1 | Uche Eunice Ekpunobi, Daniel Elaigwu Enenche, Charles Ifeanyi Aghanwa, Abimbola Bankole Akinyele, Patrick Ugochukwu Umennadi, Uzochukwu Abraham Onuigbo, Austin Ozukwe. (2023, September) The sequestration of heavy metals from soil using functionalized biosorbents IOP Science |
| Journal Articles | |
| 1 | Daniel E. Enenche , Christine M. Davidson, Walter B. Osungbemiro , John J. Liggat. (2025, September), "Distribution, characterization and risk assessment of microplastics in two rivers in West Central Scotland: the Black Cart Water and White Cart Water", Environments, Vol. 12, (Issue 10) |
| 2 | Daniel E. Enenche , Christine M. Davidson, John J. Liggat. (2024, July), "Towards a Consensus Method for the Isolation of Microplastics from Freshwater Sediments", Environments, Vol. 11, (Issue 6) |
| 3 | Vincent N. Okafor , Daniel O. Omokpariola, Daniel E. Enenche. (2024, April), "DETERMINATION OF VITAMIN C IN RAW FRUIT AND VEGETABLE HOMOGENATES: DIETARY EXPOSURE AND HEALTH EFFECTS OF EXCESS INTAKE IN ADULTS AND CHILDREN", Annals of the Institute of Hygiene, Vol. 75, (Issue 1) |
| 4 | Ogochukwu Ifeagwu, Uche Eunice Ekpunobi, Daniel Omeodisemi Omokpariola, Daniel Eliagwu Enenche. (2024, January), "Forensic examination and comparison of blue colored pen inks commercially sold in Nigeria using spectroscopic and chromatography method", Chemical Research and Technology, Vol. 1 |
| 5 | Ogwuche John Alechenu, Ibrahim Umar, Akpa T. Chibuike, Idris M. Mustapha, Enenche D. Elaigwu, Nwokorie E. Chibuike. (2022, October), "Estimation of Diagnostic Reference Level for Lumbar Spine X- Ray Procedures in Some Radiological Facilities in Abuja Metropolis, Nigeria", Advances in Physics Theories and Applications, Vol. 86, pp 31-35 |
| 6 | Enenche Daniel Elaigwu, Oklo Ahola David, Agha Inya Inya, Akinde Kator Abraham. (2021, October), "Adsorption of Pb (II) and Cd (II) Ions from Their Aqueous Solutions unto Carbonised Orange Peels", World Jornal of Applied Chemistry, Vol. 6, (Issue 4), pp 55-61 |
| 7 | Oklo Ahola David, Enenche Daniel Enenche, Agorye Peter Adie, Ogor Simeon. (2021, August), "Adsorption Isotherms And Kinetics Of Pb (II) And Cd (II) Ions Onto Carbonised Sugarcane Bagasse", Science publishing Group, Vol. 9, (Issue 3), pp 44-49 |
| 8 | Ogo, A. O., Ajekwe, D. J., Enenche, D. E., Obochi, G. O. (2021, March), "Quality Evaluation Of Novel Biscuits Made From Wheat Supplemented With Watermelon Rinds And Orange Pomace Flour Blends", Scientific Research Publishing, Vol. 12, (Issue 3), pp 332-341 |
| 9 | Ezeudu Emeka Christian, Elaigwu Daniel Enenche, Oli Christian Chukwuemeka, Obi Amalachukwu Ifeyinwa, Vincent Ishmael Egbulefu Ajiwe, Patrice A. C. Oko. (2021, March), "HEffect Of Poultry Manure Amendment On The Distribution And Mobility Of Heavy Metals In Naturally Contaminated Dump Soileavy Metals In Some Lipstick Products Marketed In Makurdi Metropolis, Benue State Nigeria", International Journal of Environment, Agriculture and Biotechnology, Vol. 6, (Issue 2), pp 58-65 |
| 10 | Ezeudu Emeka Christian, Oli Christian Chukwuemeka, Enenche Elaigwu Daniel, Anekwe Ozioma Juliana, Okoye Patrice-Anthony Chudi, Ajiwe Vincent Ishmael E. (2021, March), "Immobilization Potential Of Cow Manure For Heavy Metal Remediation From Refuse Dump Soil", International Research Journal of Pure & Applied Chemistry, Vol. 22, (Issue 2), pp 44-45 |
| 11 | Oklo Ahola David, Enenche Daniel Enenche, Mary - Ann Msoo Aondoakaa. (2021, May), "Heavy Metals Content In Some Gardening Soils In Makurdi Metropolis", International Journal of Environment, Agriculture and Biotechnology, Vol. 5, (Issue 2), pp 342-346 |
| 12 | Ogo Ogo, Bai Emmanuella, Efiong Esienanwan, Enenche Daniel. (2021, May), "Nutritional And Sensory Evaluation Of Novel Ice Cream Products Formulated From Kunu-Zaki Fortified With Fruit Pulp", Food and Nutrition Sciences,, Vol. 12, pp 439-451 |
| 13 | Afolayan S. Sunday, Fashanu T. Abosede, Enenche E. Daniel, Adediji A. Yetunde, Salawu R. Adenike, Lawal I. Oluwasanmi. (2021, July), "Triglyceride Composition Of Almond Seed Oil (Terminalia Catappa) Grown In Nigeria Using GC-MS And 1H-NMR Spectroscopy", European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety, Vol. 13, (Issue 4), pp 41-49 |
| 14 | Oklo A. D, Enenche, D. E., Uzungwe T.. (2021, March), "Heavy Metals Content In Some Gardening Soils In Makurdi Metropolis", Scholars International Journal of Chemistry and Material Sciences, Vol. 4, (Issue 3), pp 10-13 |
| 15 | Afolayan S. Sunday, Igbum, O. Gillian, Igoli, O. John, Salawu R. Adenike, A. A. Adewale, Enenche E. Daniel. (2020, December), "Nutritional and phytochemical properties of Pachira aquatica seed grown in Nigeria", Advances in Research, Vol. 21, (Issue 12), pp 1-5 |
| 16 | Adie P. A., Enenche D. E., Atsen T. M., Ikese, C. O.. (2020, September), "Physicochemical And Sensory Evaluation Of Cookies Produced By Partial Substitution Of Margarine With Avocado (Persia Americana) Pulp", Asian Food Science Journal, Vol. 18, (Issue 12), pp 41-47 |
| 17 | Sayid A. S., Dadan-Garba A., Enenche D. E., Ikyo, B. A.. (2020, January), "Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) Of The Bug Eye And Sand Coral", Microscopy Research, Vol. 8, pp 1-7 |
| 18 | Ikyo B., Enenche D.E., Omotosho S., Ofoeze M., Rotimi, T.. (2020, June), "Spectroscopic Analysis Of The Effect Of Organic And Inorganic Fertilizers On The Chlorophylls Pigment In Spinach And Jute Mallow Vegetables.", Nigerian Annals of Pure and Applied Sciences, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 1-7 |
| 19 | Oklo A. D., Enenche D. E., Mary - Ann Msoo Aondoakaa. (2020, March), "Heavy Metals In Some Lipstick Products Marketed In Makurdi Metropolis, Benue State Nigeria", International Journal of Environment, Agriculture and Biotechnology, Vol. 5, (Issue 2), pp 342-346 |
| 20 | Enenche D.E., Ogo A.O., Esienanwan E.E., Obochi G.O. (2019, January), "Effects Of Ethanolic Leaf Extracts Of Neem (Azadirachta Indica) On Oxidative Stability Of Palm Oil.", Research Journal of Phytochemistry, Vol. 13, (Issue 1), pp 1-10 |
| 21 | Enenche D.E., Ogo O.A., Obochi O.G., Afolayan S.S., Idoko, O.B.. (2019, January), "Effect Of Sida Acuta Ethanolic Leaf Extract On The Oxidative Stability Of Groundnut Oils.", The Pharmaceutical and Chemical Journal, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 27-36 |
| 22 | Enenche Daniel Elaigwu, Sumaila Abdulmumuni. (2016, January), "A Study Of Bioaccumulation Of Heavy Metals On Selected Vegetables Grown In Keteren-Gwari Mechanic Village, Minna Metropolis, Nigeria.", The Pharmaceutical and Chemical Journal, Vol. 3, (Issue 2), pp 191-196 |
| 23 | Enenche Daniel Elaigwu, Sumaila Abdulmumuni. (2016, January), "Appraisal Of Heavy Metal Contents In Soils Using Different Digestion Methods.", The Pharmaceutical and Chemical Journal, Vol. 3, (Issue 2), pp 201-206 |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Reviewerships | |
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| 1 | Reviewer, "Microwave-assisted extraction of phenolic compounds from Carica papaya leaves: An optimization study and LC-QTOF-MS analysis" (June, 2021) |
| 2 | Reviewer, "Oilseed by-products as plant-based protein sources: Amino acid profile and digestibility" (September, 2020) |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | ICT Officer, "Department of Chemistry ICT" (June, 2021) |
| 2 | ICT officer, "Department of Pure and Industrial Chemistry, Nnamdi Azikiwe University" (June, 2021) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "Chemical Society of Nigeria (CSN)" (member since 2021), https://chemsociety.org.ng/membership |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "14th Scottish Environmental and Analytical Chemistry Symposium", (Royal Society of Chemistry), 10th December, 2025 to 10th December, 2025; University of Aberdeen, Scotland |
| 2 | "39TH International Conference on Environmental Geochemistry and Health", (Society of environmental geochemistry and health), 30th June, 2024 to 4th July, 2024; Abuja, Nigeria |
| 3 | "“Global Electrical and Electronic Waste: Health Hazard for Africa”.", (The International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC) and The Chemical Society of Nigeria (CSN) 44th Annual International Conference), 7th November, 2021 to 12th November, 2021; Yard 153, Oregun Lagos, Nigeria |
| 4 | "West and Central Africa Post-Harvest Congress and Exhibition WCAPHCE Abuja-2018", (Centre for Food Technology and Research/World Bank), 9th December, 2018 to 9th December, 2018; Yar'Adua Centre Abuja |
| 5 | "Rejuvenating the Nigerian Economy through Promotion of Food Value Chain", (Nigerian Institute of Food Science), 22nd October, 2017 to 25th October, 2017; International Conference Centre Abuja |
| Other Event | |
| 1 | "Postharvest Loss Reduction And Commodity Value Addition", (Nigerian Stored Products Research Institute, (NSPRI); Centre for Food Technology and Research (CEFTER) Benue State University Makurdi), 23rd November, 2016 to 3rd December, 2016; Nigerian Stored Products Research Institute, (NSPRI) Illorin Kwara State |