CURRICULUM VITAE
Professor of Biochemistry
Professor Polycarp Nnacheta Okafor of the Department of Biochemistry, former Dean College of Natural Science, former Director of Academic Planning, former Head of Department of Biochemistry, Certified Accreditor, Charter Member, National Association of Artificial Intelligence Practitioners and 52nd Inaugural Lecturer of Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike (MOUAU) Abia State, truly is a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of Biochemistry.
Personal Data
Name: OKAFOR Polycarp Nnacheta Ph.D.
Place of Birth: Owelli, Awgu L.G.A, Enugu State/ Nigeria
Date of Birth 27th December, 1964
Contact Address: Department of Biochemistry
College of Natural Sciences
Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike. PMB 7267 Umuahia.
pnokafor@yahoo.com.
okafor.polycarp@mouau.edu.ng +2348034990583
Marital Status Widowed
No of Children with Names. 3: Gift Nmesoma Ibukun-Oluwa, OKAFOR, Samuel Kelechi OKAFOR and Chidiebube Francisca God’s-Kindness OKAFOR
Present Status: Professor
Date of Last Promotion: October, 2011
Academic Qualifications and Institutions Attended with Dates
Date School/Institution Certificate Obtained
1986-1990 University of Ibadan. B.Sc. Biochemistry
(2nd Class Upper Division)
1992-1993 University of Ibadan. M.Sc. Biochemistry
(Ph. D Grade)
1993-2004 University of Ibadan Ph.D. Biochemistry
1993 University of Ibadan Certificate of Participation in Techniques and Application of Electrophoresis in Molecular Biology and Genetic Diseases
2021 Global University Network For
Innovation (GUNi-Africa) and African
Quality Assurance Network (AfriQAN). Certified Accreditor
Scholarship, Fellowship and Prizes
1. Federal Scholarship Award for Postgraduate Student in Nigeria-1992/1992
2. Oritsejolomi Thomas Fellowship Award-1994
3. TETFUND Travel Grant in 2012 to attend 2nd Biotechnology World Congress in Dubai (2013).
4. TETFUND 2009/2010 Grant for research on ‘Life Style, Dietary Habit and Serum Lipid Proatherogenic Indices of Middle and Upper Socio-Economic Strata in Abia State.
5. TETFUND 2019/2020 Grant for research on ‘Investigation of Glucose Transport Enhancement and Shell Life Potency of Anti-Diabetic Poly-herbal formula
Honors and Distinctions.
1. National Association of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Students MOUAU Award-2006
2. Cited in ACHIEVERS WHO’S WHO IN NIGERIA-2010
3. Fellow of Institute of Policy Management Development-2013
4. African International Achiever Award-2015
5. A merit Award of Excellence by Nigerian Society of Biochemistry Students, Michal Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike: As the NSBS Southeast Mentor and Ambassador-2017
6. Award of excellence by Postgraduate Students Association, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike. In recognition of your outstanding dexterity to effective research and Human Development- Nov. 2019
7. Award of Merit by Charismatic Students’ Fellowship (CSF), Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike: In recognition of your outstanding Commitment to the Growth and Existence of CSF MOUAU Chapter- 2019.
8. Award of Honour as the Best Dean of Colleges 2021 by The Student Union Government of MOUAU
9. Award of Excellence as Distinguished Dean and Professor 2021 by South-East Zone of the Nigerian Society of Biochemistry Students.
10. Award of Excellence as the best Dean of the Year 2021 by The Nigerian Society of Biochemistry Students, MOUAU Branch.
11. The 3rd of the First 5 Best Scientist of Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike: AD Scientific Index 2021 Ranking for Scientists.
Membership of Academic and Professional Bodies
1. Member, Nigeria Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
2. Member, Federation of Society of African Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.
3. Member, Cassava Cyanide Diseases Network International (Country Representative).
4. Member, American Chemical Society.
5. Member, Nigeria Society for Experimental Biology.
6. Member, American Chemical Society (ACS) Nigerian International Chemical Sciences Chapter
7. Australian Association for Clinical Biochemistry and Laboratory Medicine.
8. Biochemistry Professionals Social Network
9. Charter Member, National Association of Artificial Intelligence Practitioners.
Teaching and Research Experience/Work Experience
1. Present Employment
2001-2004 Lecturer I. Department of Biochemistry
College of Natural Sciences (CNAS). Michael Okpara
University of Agriculture, Umudike.
2004-2008. Senior Lecturer Department of Biochemistry
College of Natural Sciences (CNAS).
Michael Okpara University of Agriculture,
Umudike.
2008-2011 Associate Professor. Department of Biochemistry
. . College of Natural Sciences (CNAS).
Michael Okpara University of Agriculture,
Umudike.
Promoted a Full Professor Department of Biochemistry
College of Natural Sciences.
Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike.
Previous Employment
1990-1991 Biology/Chemistry Teacher Government Day Secondary School
(NYSC year) Sharagalle, Marshi. L.G.A, Kastina State
1992-1993 Demonstration in Biochemistry Department of Biochemistry, University
of Ibadan
1996-1997 Part-time Lecturer: Laboratory Technology Training School
(Chemistry/Biology) (LTTS) 1996 -1997
1994-1999 Assistant Lecturer Department of Biochemistry,
College of Health Sciences.
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH). Ogbomoso, Nigeria.
1999-2001 Lecturer II Department of Biochemistry,
College of Health Sciences.
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH). Ogbomoso, Nigeria.
Visiting Position
1. August – September 2006. Visiting Senior Lecturer to the Department of Biochemistry, College of Medicine, University of Malawi. I assisted in teaching General Biochemistry to B.Sc, MLTI and II, B.Sc. Pharmacy and MBBS students especially in the area of Biochemical Messengers, Tissue Biochemistry and Lipid Metabolism.
2. 2007-2013. Visiting Senior Lecturer and Visiting Professor to the Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Natural Sciences, Kogi State University, Anyigba, Kogi State. I assisted in teaching every aspect of Biochemistry to Undergraduate and Postgraduate of the Department
3. 2012-2014. Visiting Professor to the Department of Biochemistry, Federal University Ndufu –Alike Ikwo, Ebonyi State.
4. 2022-2024. Visiting Professor to the Department of Applied Biochemistry, Faculty of Applied Natural Science, Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu State
University Administrative Responsibilities
1. Dean, College of Natural Sciences. April 2019-2022
2. Director of Academic Planning.
Michael Okpara Uni. Agric. Umudike February 2014 – January 2017
3. Head of Department
Department of Biochemistry, MOUA Umudike. October 1, 2008 – 2012
4. Ag. Head of Department,
MOUA Umudike. 11th – 25th June 2007.
5. Ag Head of Department,
Department of Biochemistry, MOUA Umudike. 11th – 22nd June 2008.
6. Ag Head of Department,
Department of Biochemistry, MOUA Umudike 22nd July – 4th August, 2008.
7. Ag. Dean, College of Natural Sciences. 21st – 22nd May 2010.
The Vice-Chancellor’s Representative at the 1st Convocation Ceremony of the Ayo Babalola University, Ikeji Arakeji, Osun State. Friday, November 26, 2010.
8. Representative of the Dean of Postgraduate at various M.Sc. and Ph.D. Oral Examinations.2006-date.
9. Member, University Senate MOUA Umudike: August 2006 – Date
10. Chairman, College Board, College of Natural Sciences, MOUAU, 2019-2022
11. Chairman, College Postgraduate Committee, College of Natural Sciences, MOUAU. 2019-2022
12. Member, Board of Postgraduate School, MOUAU: 2008-Date.
13. Member, College Postgraduate Committee MOUAU: 2001 – Date.
14. Departmental Postgraduate Coordinator: 2006 – 2008
15. Member, College Board College of Natural Sciences, MOUAU: 2001 -Date
16. Departmental Examination Officer MOUAU (2004 – 2006)
17. SIWES: Co-Ordinator, Department of Biochemistry, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike (2001 -2008)
18. Member: Faculty Board. Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) Ogbomoso (1994 – 2001).
Membership of Committees in the University
1. Chairman, University Curriculum Committee, Feb. 2014-January 2017
2. Chairman, Senate Business Committee, Feb. 2014- January, 2017
3. Chairman, Senate Committee on MoU between Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike and Akanu Ibiam Federal Polytechnic Unwana Afikpo on Programme Affiliation, 2015-2017
4. Chairman, Senate Committee on MoU between Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike and Abia State College of Education (Technical) Arochukwu on Programme Affiliation, 2016
5. Chairman, Student Enrollment Committee 2014
6. Chairman, University Books Ethics Committee 2014
7. Member, Committee of Directors of Academic Planning of Nigerian Universities (CODAPNU), 2014-2017
8. Chairman, 5th Convocation Prizes Sub-committee, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike
9. Member, Senate special Committee on Result Consideration, 2014-2017
10. Member, Committee on TETFund 2016-2017Member, Senate Committee on Non-Completed University Research Projects
11. Member, Senate Business Committee: 2008-2012.
12. Member, Senate Committee on Review of Academic Regulations, Students’ Information Handbook and Regulations of Examination Offences and Discipline. March 3, 2009- May 2010.
13. Member, Senate Committee to Harmonize Students’ Folders and Class Data Cards for The University: May-September 2010
14. Member, Senate Committee on Procurement of Books for the University: 2009-2010.
15. Member, College Committee on the Proposed Change of the Names of Programmes in the Department of Biological Sciences. February, 2010
16. Member, Monitoring Team for Research Project. 2009-2012.
17. Member: Faculty Accreditation Committee LAUTECH 1996 – 1999
18. Member: Panel of Investigation on Alleged Case of Threat to life by Mr. A.D. Ugah Chairman: College Board Committee on Student’s Boycott of Examination.
19. Member: Committee of Think-Thank on University Education 2016
Community/National Service
1) Services to Other Universities
i. External Examiner for B.Sc. Biochemistry Programme, University of Uyo, Nigeria 2014-2017.
ii. External Examiner for B.Sc. Biochemistry Programme, Salem University Lokoja, Nigeria, 2014-2017.
iii. External Examiner for Biochemistry Postgraduate Programme, University of Nigeria Enugu Campus 2016, 2018, 2024
iv. External Examiner for Biochemistry Postgraduate Programme, Delta State University, Abraka Nigeria, 2015/2016 and 2016/2017.
v. External Examiner for BSc Biochemistry, Niger Delta University Amasoma, Bayelsa State, 2016- 2019.
vi. External Examiner for BSc. Biochemistry, Federl University, Ndufu-Alike, Ikwo, 2018/2019-2020/2021
vii. External Examiner, for Biochemistry Undergraduate and Postgraduate Program, Rhema University, Nigeria, 2022/2023 and 2023/2024
viii. External Examiner for MBBS (Biochemistry), Bayelsa Medical University, Yenagoa, 2023/2024 and 2024/2025
ix. Professorial Assessment. I have served as Professorial Assessor for many universities including: University of Benin, 2015, University of Maiduguri, 2018, Igbinedion University Okada, 2019, Federal University Wukari, 22021, Kebbi State University of Science and Technology, 2022 and others.
2) Services to the Nation
i. Member, Accreditation Panel to Federal Polytechnic Bida, 1995.
ii. Chairman, NUC Accreditation Team for Science Programmes to Bowen University Iwo, Osun State Nigeria, 2015
iii. Chairman, NUC accreditation Team for Science Program to Ambrose Ali University, Ekpoma, Edo State 2021
iv. Chairman, NUC Accreditation Panel to evaluate Biotechnology Program the Arthur Javis University, Akpabuyo Cross River State, 2021.
v. Chairman, NUC Accreditation Panel for Biomedical Technology Program, Federal University of Technology Akure, 2023
vi. Member, NUC Accreditation Team for Science Programme to Godfrey Okoye University, Enugu, Nigeria, 2015.
vii. Member, NUC Accreditation Team for Science Programmes to Delta State University, Abraka, Delta State, 2016.
viii. Member, NUC Accreditation Team to Niger Delta University, Amasoma, Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, 2016.
ix. Member, NUC Accreditation Team for Postgraduate Programme to Redeemers’ University, Ede, Osun State, 2017.
x. Member, NUC Accreditation Team Legacy University, Okija, Anambra State and PAMO University of Medicine, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, 2019.
xi. Member, NUC Accreditation Team to Nasarawa State University Keffi, Plateau State University, Bokkos, Federal University Wukari, Taraba State, 2018.
xii. Member, NUC Accreditation Team for Science Program, Benue State University, Makurdi, Benue State, 2021
xiii. Member, University of Ibadan Alumni Association.
xiv. Secretary LOC: 4th South-East Zonal Symposium of Nigerian Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike. 2008
xv. Facilitator, National Population Census, 2006.
xvi. Returning Officer for INEC for Aba North/South Federal Constituency in 2011 National Assembly Election.
xvii. Collation Officer for INEC at Osisi-oma Ngwa LG A, Abia State during Presidential Election in 2011.
xviii. Collation Officer for INEC at Egbema/Ohaji LGA, Imo State during the Imo State Gubernatorial Re-Run Election in 2011.
3) Services to ASUU
i. Secretary, ASUU MOUA Umudike, October 2006 – November, 2008
ii. Internal Auditor, ASUU – MOUA Umudike 2005 – October 2006.
4) Religious Services
i. Ordained Minister of the Gospel of our LORD, Jesus Christ
ii. Resident Pastor: Charismatic Renewal Ministries Inc. Grace House, Umuahia, 2009-Date.
iii. Resident, Igbo Brethren Association Ogbomoso Chapter, 2000 – 2001.
iv. Core-group Member, Oyo State Charismatic Renewal Ministries, 1991 – 2001.
v. Core-group Member, Abia State Charismatic Renewal Ministries, 2001 – date.
Current Research Activities
Characterization of bioactive compounds, mechanism of action and toxicity studies of some of our indigenous food plants that could be used in the management of Diabetes Mellitus. We are also carrying on research works centered on the recognition, identification and quantification of hazardous chemicals/toxins resulting from occupational and dietary exposures to chemicals and public health aspects of chemicals in air, water, other parts of the environment, foods and plant foods.
Post-graduate Students’ Supervision
1. Okereke Stanley C MOUAU/PG/M.Sc/2001/211
Biochemical and Histopathological Changes Associated with Chronic Cassava Cyanide Ingestion in rats, June 2004
2. Ghenga-Olajubutu, Omodolapo MOUAU/PG/M.Sc/2002/532.
Intakes of Cassava-Cyanide and Low-Protein Diet in the Aetiology of Tropical Pancreatitis in Rats. October, 2007.
3. Eleazu, Chinedum Ogbonnaya. MOUAU/PG/M.Sc/2005/784
Antioxidant Status of Unripe Plantain and Its Effects on Oxidative Stress in Alloxan Induced Diabetes I Rabbits. November, 2008.
4. Ekwelem, Esther Adaku MOUAU/PG/M.Sc/2005/785
Determination of Cyanogenic Potential of Two New Cassava Cultivars and the Hydrolytic Activities if their β-glucosidases. June, 2009.
5. Onyeabo Chimaroke. MOUAU/PG/M.Sc/2006/1077.
Phytochemical content of aqueous extract of Magariteria discoid (Akunta) and their toxicological effects, February, 2010.
6. Omale James MOUAU/PG/Ph.D/2006/1150
Chemical, Biochemical and Toxicological Studies on Cissus multistrata (Vatecaea) Plant. June, 2009.
7. Akachukwu, Doris PG/MSc. /BCM/08/1484. Toxicological Evaluation of Aqueous Leaf Extract of Cnidoscolus aconitifolius (chaya) in rats. 2012.
8. Ezeigwe, Donatus Toxicity Effect of Dietary Incorporation of Ficus maxima Lleaves in Albino Wiistar Rats. M.Sc, 2012.
9. Asomugha, Roseline Ngozi MOUAU/PG/Ph.D/07/1318
Toxicological Evaluation of aqueous leaf extract of Chromolaena odoratum in male Wistar albino rats. August, 2012
10. Godfrey, Obinna Chukwuemeka (MOUAU/PG/M.Sc/11/2014)
Assessment of serum lipid pro-atherogenic risk factors of a population of adults in Aba, Nigeria, December 2014.
11. Essien, Udeme Nelson (MOUAU/M.Sc/09/1630
Cyanogenic Potential and In vivo metabolism of yellow cassava in Wistar rats. December 2014.
12. lroaganachi, Mercy Amarachi (MOUAU/PG/M.Sc/09/1629)
Effect of unripe plantain and ginger on lipid profile and some other biochemical parameters in streptozotocin induced diabetic rats.
13. Eleazu, Chinedum Ogbonnaya (MOUAU/PG/Ph.D/10/1837)
Biochemical basis for the dietary management of diabetes and its complications in rats fed with unripe plantain, cocoyam and their combination. December, 2014.
14. Kalu, Winner Oyidiya MOUAU/Ph.D/09/1731
Modulation of Dihydrotestosterone/Estradiol Valerate-Induced Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia in Male Wistar Rats with Kolaviron. February 2016.
15. Ikechukwu Galvin MOUAU/PG/MSc/BCH/14/4341
Evaluation of sub-chronic effects of consumption of two artificial food additives on some biochemical parameters in Wistar rats. 2018.
16. Akachukwu, Doris MOUAU/Ph.D/BCH/12/2210.
Assessment of environmental pollution due to gas flaring on the soil and cultivated edible vegetables using Soil enzymes and antioxidants of selected vegetables as Markers.
17. Ikechukwu, Eberechukwu Laura (MOUAU/PG/M.Sc/BCH/15/5181
Anti-sickling effects of Methanol Extracts of B.coriacea and M.puriens Seeds 2019
18. Onyebo, Chimaroke MOUAU/PG/Ph.D/BCH/12/2195
Effects of Crude Extract and Fractions of Moringa oleifera Leaves on Glucose Transport Proteins, AMPkinase, Na+/K+aTPase and Other Biochemical Parameters in Streptozotocin-induced Diabetic Male Rats. November, 2019.
19. Godfrey, Obinna Chukwuemeka MOUAU/PG/Ph.D/BCH/15/5427.
Effect of Ethanol Seed Extract of Cola Lapidota and Antioxidant Status of Female Wistar Rats Fed High Fat Diet. 2019.
20. Odika, Prince Chimezie MOUAU/PG/Ph.D/13/2698.
Metabolic Effects of Vitexdonian Leaf Extract on Transmembrane Glucose Transport Proteins of Streptozotocin-induced Diabetic Albino Rats.
21 Ben-Udochukwu, Chioma MOUAU/PG/MSc/11/2077. 2016
Comparative Analysis and Influences of the Oils of Dacryodes, Persea amaricana and
CarnariumSchewinfurthii on Lipid profile in Male albino Rats
22.Alozie, Eleazar Michael MOUAU/PG/MSc/14/3621
Evaluation of Effects of Aqueous and Methanol Extract of Moringer oleifera Leaves Extract on Na+/K+ ATPase and Some Biochemical Markers of Diabetes in Streptozotocin-Induced Diabetes in Male Albino Rats. 2018.
23. Nnana, Obedience Okon MOUAU/PG/MSC/15/6497
Effects of Methanol and Aqueous Extracts of Vitex doniana Leaves on Na+/K+ ATPase and Some Markers of Oxidative Stress in Streptozotocin-Induced Diabetes in Male Albino Rats. 2018.
24. Luke-Aliga, Utitofon Lucky MOUAU/PG/MSc/15/6588
Dietary Management of Diabetes with Unripe Plantain (Musa paradisaca): Its Effects GLUT1and GLUT4 Transporters and Other Biochemical Parameters in Streptozotocin-Induced Diabetes in Male Albino Rats. 2020
25. Akinribido, Ayokunle Michael MOUAU/PG/MSc/13/2872
Effects of Four Different Drying Methods on the Cyanogenic Content and Toxicity of Pro-Vitamin A High Quality Cassava Flour (HQCF) 2018
26. Ikechukwu Gavin. PG/MSc/BCH/14/4341
Assessment of Sub chronic Toxicity of Two Food Additives in Wistar Albino Rats. 2018
27. Ikechukwu Gavin. PG/PhD/BCH/17/11070
In Vitro, In Vivo and In Silico Studies on Mechanism of Antidiabetic Potential of PHF5 in Streptozotocin Induced Diabetic Rats. 2023
28. Azubuike, Nnamdi Jonathan. PG/MSc. /BCH/16/9438
Effect of Administration of Tanic Acid on Some Biochemical Parameters in Streptozotocin Induced Diabetic Rats. MSc. 2023
29. Mbah, Joseph Obinna MOUAU/PG/PhD/BCH/2019/12645
Effect of crude extract and fractions of Napoleonae imperialis leaves on G-protein coupled receptors AMPKinase, Insulin, Glucagon and some biochemical parameters in Streptozotocin induced diabetic rats. 2024
Co-supervised Ph.D. Theses
30. Obimba, Kelechukwu Clarence (MOUAU/PG/Ph.D/2007/1322).
Ameliorative effects of weaning formular on Wistar albino rats administered heavy metals contaminated water.
31. Igwe kalu Igwe (MOUAU/PG/Ph.D/08/1487)
Effect of fraction of Vernonia amygdalina Del ehanolic extract on rat uterine and mammary gland contractility and on the profile of some reproductive hormones.
32. Egedigwe, Agatha Chima MOUAU/Ph.D/2010/1882
Evaluation of possible body fat mechanisms of crude extract and fractions from leaves of Vernonia amygdalina Del in Wistar rats. August 2015.
33. Ahaiweh Udochukwu Elvis MOUAU/Ph.D/12/2548.
Hormonal profile and changes in some biochemical parameters in Dihydrotestosterone-estradiol valerate induced benign prostrate hyperplasia, in male albino rats administered fractions of Vernonia amygdalina. September 2015.
34. Nwaokorie Ernest Adindu MOUAU/Ph.D/2006/1075.
Evaluation of cardiovascular risk factors and metabolic abnormalities in HIV patients on and not on therapy in Aba, Abia State, Nigeria.
Editorship of Journals
i. Editor: Journal of Sustainable Agriculture and the Environment. Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike. July 2011 – 2014.
ii. Reviewer for African Journal of Biotechnology, Kenya 2005-Date
iii. Reviewer for International Journal of Food Science and Technology Britain (Elservier Publications) Jan. 2006-Date
iv. Reviewer for Enzymes and Microbial Technology (Elsevier Publication) November 2006 – date.
v. Reviewer: Process Biochemistry, Britain (Elsevier Publications) January 2008 to date.
vi. Reviewer: African Journal of Food Technology, Kenya, May 2008 to date.
Extracurricular Activities/Hobbies
Football, Writing, Tennis and Christian Music.
Research Publications
1. Okafor, P.N. Maduagwu, E.N (1999). Toxicity Evaluation of Novel Cyanide-containing Compounds of Cassava Tissue Towards Chicken Embryos. W. A Journ. Biol. App. Chem. 44,24-27.
2. Okafor, P.N. Maduagwu, E.N. (1999) Chemical Characterization of Novel Cyanide Compound in Cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) other than the Glycosides and Hydrocyanic Acid. W.A. Journ. Bol. App. Chem. 22, 28-31.
3. Okafor P.N. Maduagwu, E.N. (1999) Relationship between the Ingestion of Cynogenic Glycosides and their Excretion in Urine. J. Natn. Sci Foundation Sri-Lanka 27 (3): 203-208.
4. Okafor P.N. Maduagwu, E.N (2000) Cyanide Contamination of the Atmospheric Air During Large Scale “Garri” Processing and Toxicity Effects of Such Cyanide Equivalent on Rate. Afr. J. Biomed. Res. 3: 19-23.
5. Okafor P.N. Maduagwu, E.N, Okoronkwo C.O. and Alaneme F.O (2001) Cyanide Contamination of Natural Water Sources during large scale Cassava possessing in Nigeria. Afr. J. Biomed Res. 4. 21-23.
6. Okafor P.N., Okoronkwo, C.O., Maduagwu, E.N (2002) Occupational and Dietary Exposures of Humans to Cyanide Poisoning from Large Scale Cassava Processing. Food and Chemical Toxicology 40 (2002) 1001-1005.
7. Okafor P.N., Abara, C.N., Nwabuko, C.U, and Ogbonna U. (2002) Assessment of Cyanogenic Potential, Nitrate and Nitrite Content, and Trypsin Inhibitor Activity of Some Nigeria Legumes. J. Agric Food Chem. 50: 4965-4968.
8. Okafor P.N. and Ogbonna U.I. (2003), Nitrate and Nitrite Contaminations of Water Sources and Fruit Juices Markerted in South-Eastern Nigeria. J. Food Comp. Anal. 16:213-21Okafor P.N. (2003) In Vivo Metabolism in Rats of Cyanide Containing Compounds from Cassava Leaves. J. Bio Res. And Biotech. (1) 64-74).
9. Okafor P.N. and Abara C.N (2003). The Cyanognic Potential of Some Foodstuffs Used as Intervention for Cassava Cyanogens in Nigeria. Nig. Jour. Nutr. Sci. 24 (1) 31-34.
10. Okafor P.N. and Ezereonye, O.U (2003) Partial Purification and some properties of -glucosidase from the Guit of the Giant Africa snail, Achatina Achantina. Bioscience Research Communication 15 (3). 181-189.
11. Okafor P.N. and Nwabuko C.U (2003) Cyanide, Nitrate and Nitrite Contents of Livestock feeds in Umuahia, Nigeria. Biokemistri 13 & 14:57-63.
12. Okafor P.N. (2004) Assessment of Cyanide Overload in Cassava Consuming Populations of Nigeria and the Cyanide Content of Some Cassava Based Foods. Afr. Journ. Biotech (Kenya) 3:358-361
13. Okafor P.N. and Ekeokoro O. (2004) Determination of Cyanogenic Potentials of Improved cassava Cultivars and Food from Root Crops Research Institute Umudike. Roots 10 (1): 14-19.
14. Okafor P.N. (2005) Determination of Hydrolytic Activity of Achantina Achantina - Glucosidase Towards Some Cyanogenic Glycosides of some Tropical plants.
Process Biochemistry. 40: 1579-1582.
15. Okafor P.N. (2005) Correlation Between the Levels of Nitrate and Nitrite the Contents of
Cyanide, Iron, Copper and Manganese in Some Nigeria Legumes. Journal of
Applied Sciences 8 (2): 4742-4749.
16. Okafor P.N. (2005) Sampling Techniques for Determining Cyanide in Large Samples of Garri: Journal of Applied Sciences 8 (2) 4706-4718.
17. Okafor P.N., Anyanwu V.O. and Onyema H.O (2005). The Effects Cassava Cyanide
On the Antioxidant (glutathione) Status and Some Clinically Important Enzymes of
Rats. Journal of Pharmacology and Toxicology. (New York) 1: (1) 40-46.
18. Okafor P.N. and Nwogbo E. (2005). Determination of Nitrate, Nitrite, N-Nitrosamines, Cyanide and Ascorbic Acid Contents of Fruit Juices Marketed in Nigeria. African Journal of Biotechnology 4 (10): 1105- 1108.
19. Okafor P.N. and Ezigwe, D.O. (2005) Toxicity Evaluation of Cyanogens of a Nigerian Local Legume (Vigna species) Towards Rabbits. J. Bio. Res. And Biotech 3 (2) 21-24.
20. Okafor P.N. and Anyanwu N.O. (2006) Enzymatic and Over-Drying Method of Processing Rubber Seeds for Animal Feed and the Evaluation of the Toxicity of such Feed in Rats. Assian Journal of Biochemistry. 1 (2): 125-130.
21. Okafor P.N. and Okorie C.N. (2006) Determination of Nitrates and Nitrites of Poultry Feeds Marketed in Nigeria. Journal of Food Technology 4 (3): 225-2.
22. Okafor, P.N and O.D Omodamiro (2006) Assessment of Chemical/Phytotoxin and Microbial Contamination of Pasta Foods Marketed in Nigeria. American Journal of Food Technology 1 (2): 190-195.
23. Okafor, P.N., U. Okorie, O.U. Njoku. (2005). Effect of drying on the cyanide content and its toxicity in seeds of Hevea Bransiliensis. Natural Rubber Research. 18(2):137-141.
24. Okafor, P.N., Nwosu, O., Chukwu, J., Agbayi, J and Maduagwu, E.N (2007). Occurrence of malondialdehyde, N-nitrosamines and their precursors in some Nigerian ice-creams, yogurts, meat and fish species. African Journal of Biochemistry Research. 1(1) 001 –005.
25. Okafor P.N. (2002) Cyanide Pollution of Water Sources in Umuahia Metropolis. Proceeding of 26th Annual NIFST Conference, 4th-8th November, 2002 Owerri Pp. 91-92.
26. Okafor P.N. (2006) Knozo, Goitre and Cassava Consumption in Nigeria. CCDN News. November 2006.
27. Okafor, P.N, Anorue, K, Bonire, A.O and Maduagwu, E.N. (2008). The role of low-protein and cassava-cyanide intake in the aetiology of tropical pancreatitis. Canadian Journal of Pure and Applied Sciences. Vol. 2, No 2: 393 – 397.
28. Okafor, P. N, Okechukwu, L.M and Uzukwu, M (2008). Determination of antinutritional factors and phytotoxin contamination of poultry feeds. Journal of Applied Biosciences. 4: 103-107.
29. Omale James and Okafor P N (2008). Comparative antioxidant capacity, membrane stabilization, polyphenol composition and cytotoxicity of the leaf and stem of Cissus Multistriat. African Journal of Biotechnology.7(17):3129-3133.
30. Omale James, Olajide, Joseph Eniola, Okafor, Polycarp Nnacheta (2008). Comparative evaluation of antioxidant capacity and cytotoxicity of two Nigerian Ocimum species. International Journal of Chemical Sciences.6(4) :1742-1751.
31. Omale, James, Okafor Polycarp Nnacheta, and Omede,Ameh (2008). Polyphenol contents, cytotoxicity and antioxidant activities of some selected Nigerian vegetable foods. International Journal of Chemical Sciences. 6(4): 1714-1725.
32. Okafor, P. N. and Njoku, A. KC. (2008). The potentials of cassava as animal feed and its toxicity implications. Canadian Journal of Pure and Applied Sciences. 2(3):521-525.
33. Omale James, Okafor, Polycarp Nnacheta, and Irene Ifeoma, Ijeh. (2009). Chemical composition and Effects of Aqueous Extract of Cissus Multistriata on some Biochemical Parameters in Albino Rats. International Journal of Pharm. Tech. Research. 1(3):509-513.
34. Omale James, Okafor, Polycarp Nnacheta, Hassan, Sanusi Wara and Umar, Rabiu Aliyu (2009). Invitro and In vivo studies on the antioxidant activities, membrane stabilization and cytotoxicity of water spinach (Ipomoea aquatic Forsk) from Ibaji ponds, Nigeria. International Journal of Pharm. Tech Research. 1(3): 74-482.
35. Omale James, Okafor, Polycarp Nnacheta, Ijeh, Irene Ifeoma (2009). Studies on the glyconutrient and antimicrobial efficacy of Cissus mulistriata. Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research 2(3);
36. Omale, James, Afenoko, Kebiru Yahaya and Okafor Polycarp Nnacheta (2009). Biological activity of stem and leaf extracts of Ocimum gratissmum. Nigerian Journal of basic and Applied Sciences. 17(1). 13-18.
37. Omale, James and Okafor, P.N (2009). Cytotoxicity and antioxidant screening of some selected Nigerian Medicinal Plants. Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research. 2(4).
38. Omale, James, Okafor, Polycarp Nnacheta and Ijeh Ifeoma Irene (2010). Partial Purification and antioxidant activity of partially purified Cissus multistriata leaf extract fraction. International Journal of PharmTech Research 2(1).216-221.
39. Okoronkwo, E O., Okafor, P N., and Aguguo, B.A.C (2010). Crude protein and antinutrients/toxicants content of sprouted and unsprouted Mung bean (Phaseolus aureus) grown in Nigeria. Nig. Jour. Biochem. Mol. Biol. 25(1),55-58.
40. Omale James, Okafor, Polycarp Nnacheta and Ijeh, Irene Ifeoma. (2010). Assessment of bioactivity and membrane stabilizing potential of Cissus multistriata fruit extract. Inter. Jour. Of Pharm Sci. Nanotech. 2 (4). 774-778.
41. Eleazu, C. O, Okafor, P N and Ikpemeama Ahamefuna (2010). Total antioxidant capacity, nutritional composition and inhibitory activity of unripe plantain (Musa paradisiacae) on oxidative stress in alloxan induced diabetic rabbits. Pakistan Journal of Nutrition 9(1):1052-1057.
42. Ukenye, E.A and Okafor P N (2010) Effect of simple processing on the cyanogenic potential of two new cassava cultivars (TMS419 and TMS98/0505). Electron. J. of Environ. Agric and Food Chem. 9(3):646-650.
43. Obimba K C, Ijeh I I and Okafor, P N (2011). Effect of weaning formulae and electrolyte quality of water on rats administered with contaminated water source. Afri. J of Boichem. Res.5(8) 244-254.
44. Nwugha C. and Okafor, P N (2013). Deterioration and antioxidant properties of some common edible Nigerian oils. Nig. J. of Biochem. and Mol. Biol.
45. Eleazu, Chinedu O, Okafor, Polycarp N, Amajor, Jonhn, Awa, Ezinne, Ikpeama Ahamefula and Eleazu, Kate C. (2011). Chemical composition, antioxidant activity, functional properties and inhibitory action of unripe plantain. (M. paradisicae). African Journal of Biotechnology 10(7); 16948-16952.
46. Eleazu, C O; Iroaganachi, M, Okafor, P N, Ijeh, I I and Eleazu, K C (2013). Ameliorative potential of Ginger (Z. officinale Roscoe) on relative organ weight in streptocin induced diabetic rats. International Journal of Biomedical Sciences 9 (2):82-90.
47. Asomugha, RN, Okafor, PN, Ijeh, II, Orisakwe, OE, Asomugha, AL, Ndefo, JC (2013). Toxicological Evaluation of Aqueous Leaf Extract of Chromolaena Odorata in male Wistar Albino Rats. Journal of Applied Pharmacological Sciences. Vol. 3 (12). 89-92
48. Asomugha, RN, Okafor, PN, Ijeh, II, Orisakew, OE, Asomugha, AL (2014). Hepatic Effect of Aqueous Extract of Chromolaena Odorata in Male Wistar Albino Rats.Pharmacology Online. Archives 2014, Vol 1: 143-
49. CO Elazu, P N Okafor and I Ifeoma (2014). Biochemical Basis of the use of cocoyam (Colocassia esculenta L) in the dietary management of diabetes in streptozotocin induced diabetes in rats. Asian Journal of Tropical Disease 4, S705-S711.
50. R. N Asomugha, A N Ejiofor, P N Okafor, I I Ijeh (2014). Acute and cytotoxicity studies of aqueous and ethanolic leaf extracts of Chromolaena odoratum. Pakistan Journal of Biological Sciences. Dol 10, 3923/pjbs 2014.
51. Iroaganachi, M, C.O Eleazu, P.N,Okafor , N Nwaohu, ( 2015). Effect of unripe plantain (Musa paradisiacae) and ginger (zingber officinale) on blood glucose, body weight and feed intake of streptozotocin induced diabetic rats. Open Biochemistry Journal 9: 1-6.
52. Iroaganachi, M, Eleazu, C O, Okafor, P N (2015). Effects of unripe plantain (Musa paradisiacae) and ginger (Zingber officnale) on renal dysfunction in streptozotocin induced diabetic rats. J Pancreas (In Press).
53. PN Okafor, PO Ukaegbu, OC Godfrey, MC, Ofoegbu and AC Uwaegbute (2014). Assessment of lipid profile, in middle- and upper-class individuals in Abia State, Nigeria based on life-style and dietary habit. Journal of Medical and Biomedical Sciences Vol 3: 3.
54. Igwe K.K, P.N Okafor, I.I Ijeh.(2015). GC-MS analysis of plytocomponents in vernonia amygdalina.Del leaves and its contractile potential in mammary tissue in female albino wister rats. IORS Journal of Agriculture and Veterinary Science 8(1):25-30.
55. K.K Igwe, I.I Ijeh, P.N Okafor, and S.M Anika (2015). Effect of vernonia Amygdalina Del Ethanolic Extract faction on Serum prolactin in lactating and non – lactating female Albino Wister rats. IOSR Journal of Agriculture and Veterinary Science.8(11):82-88, 2015.
56. Igwe, Kalu Kalu, Ijeh Ifeoma Iren, Okafor Polycarp.N. (2015). Action of contractile fraction of of vernonia Amygdalina Del Ethanolic Extract faction on hormonal profile of Estrogen and Progesterone in female albino wister rats. Global Research Journal of Science and Nature. 1(2):1-2.
57. Chukwuemeka, O.G, Nwankpa, P, Uloneme, G.C, Eteh, C.C, Ben-Udochukwu, Chioma, Okafor, P.N (2015). Toxicity Evaluation of Cindoscocus Aconititolus on female albino wister rats. International Journal of Scientific and Engineering Research, 6(9):165-169
58. Chukwuemeka, O.G, Nwankpa, P, Ugwuezumba, P.C, Eteh, C.C, Ben-Udochukwu, Chioma, Okafor, P.N (2015). Skipping Meals and its possible effects on lipid profile of purposively selected civil servants in Aba, Abia State, Nigeria. International Journal of Food Science Nutrition and Dieteties. 4(4):215-220.
59. Chukwuemeka, Obinna Godfrey, Okafor P.N and Nwankpa, Promise. Assesment of serum lipid pro-atherogenic risk factors of a population of civil servants in Aba, Abia State, Nigeria. International Journal of Scientific Research and Engineering Studies 2(9):26-34.
60. Onyebo Chimaroke and Okafor Polycarp Nnacheta Okafor (2016). Toxicological implications of Margaritarial dicoidea aqueous seed extract on Na+ K+ ATPase specific activity, glucose, and serum electrolyte levels in Wistar rats. International Journal of Pharmacology and Toxicology 4 (2) 210-214.
61. Chima A Egedigwe, Ifeoma I Ijeh, Polycarp N. Okafor Chukwunonso Ejike (2016). Aqueous and methanol extracts of Vernonia amygdlina leaves exert their antiobesity effects throughthe modulation of appetite-regulatory hormones. Pharm Biol. 54(12) 3434-3236.
62. GC, Ikechukwu, S.I, Egba, RC, Ibeh, EG, Helal, EU Ejiofor and PN Okafor (2017). Assessment of sub-chronic effect of two artificial food additives on selected biochemical parameters. Journal of Pharmacology and Toxicology, 12 180-190.
63. SC Egba, G.C Adimuko, G.C, Akokwu, HC, Omeoga, PN Okafor (2017). Determination of glycemic of varying proportions of a novel formulation of staple cassava four- Gari. Journal of Scientific Agriculture 1, 254-257.
64. N. Udeme, P. Okafor and C. Eleazu (2017). Evaluation of distribution of cyanide in peels, pulp and leaves of three new yellow cassava (Manihort esculenta Crantz) varieties for potential livestock feeds. Progress in Nutrition 19 (1-5). 137-141.
65. CA Ekeleme-Egedigwe, I I Ijeh, PN Okafor (2017). Modulatory effect of dietary supplementation by Vernonia amygdalina on high-fat diet Induced obesity in Wistar rats. Acta Scientiarum Polonorum Technologia Alimentaria 16 (4) 431-442
66. G.C Ikechukwu, S.I Egba, R.C Ibeh, E.G Halel, E.U Ejiofor. And P.N Okafor (2018). Microbiological, histological and biochemical evidence of adverse effects of food azo- dyes on rats. Journal of Pharmacology and Toxicology 12(14) 36-47.
67. O.G Chukwuemeka, P.N. Okafor, P. Nwankpa, C.C Ette and C.N Ekweogu (2018). Qualitative Phytochemical Screening and GCMS-Derived Fatty acid composition of Ethanolic Seed Extract of Kola Lepidota. Int. Jn Curr. Microbiol. App.Sci.7(12) 12-24.
68. Mbah Patricia Etuna, Okafor, Polycarp N, Ozioma Azubuike, Salami Lilian L, Ihensekhien Isoken (2017). An Outline of the Relationship between Nutrition and Stress. Nigerian Journal of Home Economics. 6(1).
69. OG Chukwuemeka, PN Okafor, P Nwankpa, CC Ette, and CN Ekweogu (2018). Qualitative Phytochemical Screening and GCM-S-Derived Fatty Acid Composition Of Ethanolic Seed Extract of Cola lepidota K Schum. Int.J. Curr. Microbial. App. Sci. 7(12) 12-24 1918.
70. OG Chukwuemeka, PN Okafor, P Nwankpa, RC Ibeh, PC Ugwuezunba (2018). Assessment of Weight Reduing Potential of Ethanolic Seed Extract of Cola lepidotaK. Schum in High Fat Fed Female Albino Wistar Rats.Am. J. Phytomed Clin Therap. 6(3)14.
71. Chiemela, S Odoemela, Benita Percival, Zeeshan, Ahmad, Mling-Wei Chang Dawn Scholey, Emily Burton, Polycarp N Okafor, Philippe B, Wilson (2020). Characterization of yellow cassava and products: Investigation of cyanide B-carotene concentrations. BMC Research Notes 13(1) 1-7
72. Chiemela, S Odoemela, Benita Percival, Zeeshan, Ahmad, Mling-Wei Chang Dawn Scholey, Emily Burton, Polycarp N Okafor, Philippe B, Wilson (2020). Characterization of yellow root cassava and food products: Investigation of cyanogenic glycosides and provitamin-A. Journal bioRxiv 2020
73. Ebelechukwu Laura Ikechukwu, Polycarp Nnacheta Okafor and Simeon Ikechukwu Egba (2020). In vitro assessment of anti-sickling properties of Buchholzia coriacae and Mucuna pruiens seed extracts. In Vitro Cellular and Developmental Biology-Animal 56 (9) 773-782
74. Kalu Winner, Okafor Polycarp, Ijeh Ifeoma and Eleazu Chinedu (2016). Effects of Fractions of Kolaviron on some Indices of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia in Rats: Identification of the Constituents of the Bioactive Fractions using GC-.MS. Royal Society of Chemistry Adv. 6:94352-94360.
75. W. O Kalu, P N Okafor, I.I. Ijeh and C. Eleazu (2016) Effect of kolaviron, a biflavonoid complex from Garcinia kola on some biochemical parameters in experimentally induced benign prostatic hyperplastic rat. Biomedicine and Pharmacology 83:1436-1443
76. Mbah, P E, Azubuike, O C and Okafor P N. (2020). Detoxification, Diversification and Branding of Local Food Commodities. Savanna Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences. Federal University of Birini Kebbi, 1(2) 203-207
77. Mbah, P E, Okafor, P N and Azubuike, O C (2018). Detoxification, Diversification and Branding of Local Food Commodities: Need for Increased Consumer Awareness on Patent and Job Creation to end Hunger and Poverty. Proceedings of 2nd International Conference on Food Security and Hidden Hunger with Theme: Transforming National Food System to Prevent Hunger. pp. 117-121.
78. Egba Simeon Ikechukwu, Okafor Polycarp, E Patricia Mbah, C Ikechukwu Galvin C. Omeoga Humphrey and W Eze Chukwuka (2021). Toxicological Evaluation and Possible Reversal of Diabetic Toxicological Complications by PHF5 an Antidiabetic Herbal Formula in Wistar Albino Rats. Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry 8(3) 34-43
79. Chimaroke, Onyeabo, Paul Ndubisi Anyiam, Anthony Cemaluk C Egbonu, Prince Chimezie Odika, Simeon Ikechukwu Egba, Obedience Okon Nnana, Polycarp Nnacheta Okafor. (2022). Natural Products-Characterized Moringa oleifera leaf methanolic extract and anti-diabetic properties, mechanisms of its fractions in streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats. The Nigerian Journal of Pharmacy 56 (1) 2022
80. Okafor, P.N. (2020). Metabolism of Cassava Cyanide, and Jim-Jones Cyanide in Humans: The Imperative of Food Safety in the Quest for Food Security. 52nd Inaugural Lecture of Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, 2021
81. Akirinbido, MA, Okafor, PN, and Gbayissemore VB (2021) The Hepatic and Hematologic Toxic Effects of Pro-Vitamin A High Quality Cassava Flour Obtained by Different Processing Methods. W J. Biomed. Research 8(2) 44-51
82. Akinribido Michael Ayokunle, Polycarp Okafor (2022). The Effect of Different Drying Methods on the Cyanogenic Content of Pro-Vitamin A High Quality Cassava Flour
83. Mbah, O.J., Omodamiro, O.D, Okafor, P.N and Maduagwu, E.N (2023). Hepatoprotective Effects of Methanol Leaf Extract of Napoleonae imperialis in streptozotocin Induced Diabetic rats. World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research 12(85-99)
84. Mbah O.J. Egba, S., Omodamiro O.D and Okafor, P.N (2023). Antidiabetic and Lipid profile of Methanol Leaf Extract of Napoleonae imperialis in Streptozotocin Induced Diabetic Rats. WJPR 29260/12/2023
85. Doris Akachukwu, Paul Ndubisi Anyim, Polycarp Nnacheta Okafor, Chiedozie Ibeegbulem and Ifeoma Irene Ijeh (2023). Soil-Enzymes and Antioxidant Activities of Edible Vegetables Grown in Soils Polluted by Gas Flaring. Tropical Life Sciences Research 34(21-37
86. Mbah Obinna Joseph, Omodamiro Olorunshola Dave, Aja Oti Agha, Azubuike, Nnamdi Jonathan, Obila Mary Ugochinyere, Okoro-Akpandu Elizabeth and Okafor Polycarp Nnacheta. (2024). Antidiabetic and Hypolipidemic Properties of Methanol Leaf Extract of Napoleonae imperialis in Streptozotocin Induced Diabetic Rats. Journal of Pharmaceutical and Allied Sciences 21(1) 4058-4063
87. Mbah, O.J, Omodamiro O.D, Aja O.A, Azubuike, N.J Okafor, P.N (2023). Antidiabetic and Antioxidant Potentials of Methanol Leaf Extract of Napoleonae imperialis in Streptozotocin Induced Diabetic Rats. Int. J. Bio.Sc. Mol. Res. 1(4) 154-163
88. Mbah, Obinna Joseph, Omodamiro, Olorunshola Dave, Ajah Oti Agha, Mary, Ugochinyere, Elekwa Elizabeth Amah, Okafor Nnacheta Polycarp (2024). Evaluation of Anti-inflammatory Effect of Crude Extract and Fractions of Napoleonae imperialis Streptozotocin-Induced Albino Rats.
Conference Attendance
1. International Workshop on Cassava Safety (1st – 4th March, 1994) at International Institute of Tropical Agriculture Ibadan – Nigeria.
2. Techniques and Applications of Electrophoresis in Molecular Biology ad Genetic Disease (25th – 30th September, 1996). Laboratory of Biophysical Chemistry, Department of Chemistry, University of Ibadan.
3. National Workshop Commission and Postgraduate School in Nigeria Workshop on development of Graduate Education in Nigeria (31st May 4thJune, 1994) University of Ibadan.
4. 22nd Annual Conference of Nigerian Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 18th – 21st September 2002, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria.
Paper presented: Comparison of the hydrolytic activities of p-glucosidase of cassava and Achatina achatina towards cyanogenic glycosides of tropic plants.
5. 24th Annual Conference of the Nigerian Society for Biochemistry and Molecule Biology. 24th-27th November, 2004. University of Calabar.
Paper Presented: Determination of Nitrate Nitrite, N-nitrosamine, Cyanide and Ascorbic Acid Contents of Fruit Juices Marketed in Nigerian.
6. 2005 Extraordinary Conference of the Nigerian Society for Experimental Biology. 5th-6th, July 2005, lgbinedion University Okada, Nigeria.
Paper Presented: Assessment of Phytotoxin and Microbial Contamination of Pasta Foods Marketed in Nigeria
7. 5th Congress of the Federation of African Societies of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (FASMBM) Abuja – Nigeria. 21st – 24th November, 2006.
Paper presented: The role of cassava – cyanide and low protein intake in the aetiology of tropical pancreatitis in rats.
8. 4th South East Zonal Symposium of Nigerian Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike 8th June, 2006.
Paper presented: The role of cassava cyanide in cellular antioxidant depletion and generation of reactive species in rats.
9. 27th Annual Conference of The Nigerian Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. 6th – 9th November, 2007, Federal University of Technology, Owerri.
Paper presented: Determination of Anti-nutrients Toxicants and crude protein
content of sprouted and unsprouted Mung beans (Phaseolus aureus).
10. International Workshop on “Biochemistry and Millennium Development Goals; Matching Curriculum with Current Realities” Nigerian Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (NSBMB) In collaboration with the National Universities Commission, Abuja. Wednesday July 9th -Friday July 11th 2008.
11. Workshop on: Writing Winning Research Proposal by Committee of Deans of Postgraduate School? in Nigerian Universities In Collaboration the School of Media and Communication (Pan-African University) Lekki Lagos !6th -18th March, 2010
12. 30th Annual Conference of The Nigerian Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. 24th-27th October 2010 Kebbi State University of Science and Technology, Aliero, Kebbi State, Nigeria
13. Critical Management Course for Senior Academic and Non-Teaching Staff. Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike. Friday, July 30-0ctober, 2010
14. 32nd Nigerian Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Conference, University of Calabar. 14th-17th November, 2012.
15. 15 .2nd Biotechnology World Congress, 18th-21st February, 2013 at Dubai Women’s College, U A E.
16. The Nigerian Research and Educational Network (NgREN) Members’ Operational Readiness Training Workshop, 4th -6th May 2014 at University of Port Harcourt.
17. 35th Annual Conference of The Nigerian Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. 1st -3rd Nov, 2016 Covenant University Ota, Ogun State Nigeria.
18. 36th Annual Conference of The Nigerian Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. 2017. University of Uyo, Akwa Ibom State Nigeria.
19. American Chemical Society (ACS) Nigerian International Chemical Sciences Chapter, 5th Annual Symposium Sokoto 2020. The mechanism of action of anti-diabetic properties of methanol extracts of Moringa oleifera leaves in streptozotocin induced diabetic rats.
20. Theory, Practice and Future Developments in Accreditation in Higher Education. August 31st to October 11, 2021. Virtual Institute for Capacity Building in Higher Education (VICBHE).
21. Annual International Conference of School of Postgraduate Studies, Enugu State University of Science and Technology, 12th-13th July 2023
22. Practical Training on Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Teaching, Research and Community Service. Virtual Institute for Capacity Building in Higher Education (VICBHE). January 22-April 26, 2024
REFEREES
1. Professor Hilary O. Edeoga
(Former Vice-Chancellor),
Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike,
P.M.B. 7267 Umuahia, Abia State, Nigeria.
Email Address: professoredeoga@yahoo.com
Phone No: 08035481333
2. Professor I.A. Onimawo
(Vice-Chancellor)
Ambrose Ali University, Ekpoma
Edo State.
Email Address: onimawoig@yahoo.co.uk
Phone No: 08034227105
3. Professor Emmanuel Ndubuisi Maduagwu
Department of Biochemistry,
Chrisland University, Abeokuta,
Nigeria.
Email Address: emaduagw70@gmail.com
Phone No: 08064537688
