PROFESSOR ONIMAWO IGNATIUS AKHAKHIA

Phone: 08034227105

E-mail: onimawoig@yahoo.co.uk ; onimawoig@gmail.com

Office Address: Biochemistry Department, Ambrose Alli University,

PMB 14, Ekpoma

HIGHLIGHTS OF SOME KEY POSITIONS HELD:

1. Dean of College of Applied Food Sciences and Tourism, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, 2006-2008.

2. Director: Academic Planning, Ambrose Alli University Ekpoma, 2011- 2014

3. Foundation Head of Department: Human Nutrition & Dietetics, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, 2004 - 2007

4. Acting Head of Department: Food Science and Technology, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture – Umudike, 2003 - 2004.

5. Head of Department: Biochemistry, Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, 2009 – 2011.

6. National President: Nutrition Society of Nigeria, 2009-2013.

7. Secretary General Federation of African Nutrition Societies. International Organization of Nutritionists in Africa, 2011-date.

8. Editor –in-Chief, Nigerian Journal of Nutritional Sciences, 2006 - 2008.

9. Chairman Academic Staff Union of Polytechnic Federal Polytechnic, Idah. 1994 - 1998.

10. Consultant/Resource Person: (i.) GAIN (Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition), (ii) UNICEF (iii.) FAO (iv.) Federal Ministry of Health (v.) Federal Ministry of Education (vi). EU/ETI (European Union/ETI Consult-France), HERFON, Federal Ministry of Agriculture etc

11. Winner of International Research Grants from FAO, GAIN and Nestle Foundation International.

12. Fellow Nutrition Society of Nigeria

13. Knight of St. John International (KSJI)

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CURRICULUM VITAE OF PROFESSOR IGNATIUS A ONIMAWO

1. PERSONAL DATA

NAME: ONIMAWO, AKHAKHIA IGNATIUS

CURRENT ADDRESS: Department of Biochemistry Ambrose Alli University, PMB14 Ekpoma, Edo State

E-MAIL ADDRESS: onimawoig@yahoo.co.uk or onimawoig@gmail.com

TELEPHONE NUMBER: 08034227105

POSITION APPLIED FOR: Vice-Chancellor

PLACE AND DATE OF BIRTH: Afowa, Edo State, 20TH July 1957

NATIONALITY: Nigerian

STATE OF ORIGIN Edo State

LOCAL GOVRNMENT AREA: Etsako-West

PRESENT POSTAL ADDRESS: Biochemistry Department, Ambrose Alli University,

PMB 14, Ekpoma, Edo State

MARITAL STATUS: Married

NUMBER AND AGES OF CHILDREN: THREE - 26yrs, 21yrs and 16yrs

NEXT OF KIN: Mrs. Jane Onimawo (Nee Okpiliya)

PRESENT RANK: Professor of Nutritional Biochemistry from 2005-date

SALARY GRADE LEVEL: CONUASS 7/10

2. EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

a. EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS ATTENDED WITH DATES

i) University of Ibadan: 1988/89-1994/95

iii) University of Ibadan: 1984-85

iv) University of Ibadan: 1977/78-1982

iv) St. James’ Grammar School, Afuze, Edo State: 1972-1976

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b. QUALIFICATIONS OBTAINED:

i) Ph.D Human Nutrition (Nutritional Biochemistry ) 1995

ii) M.Sc. Human Nutrition (Nutritional Biochemistry) 1985

iii) B.Sc. Agric Biochemistry and Nutrition (2nd Class upper) 1982

iv) WASCE (Division One) 1976

v) Cert. Professional Development in Nutrition (CPD) 2012

3. EMPLOYMENT RECORDS WITH DATES:

1 Professor, Nutritional Biochemistry 2005-Date Department of Biochemistry, Ambrose Alli, University, Ekpoma. 2 Professor, Human Nutrition (Nutritional Biochemistry) Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics, Michael Okpara, University, Umudike: 2005 - Dec 2007 3 Associate Professor, Dept. of Human Nutrition & Dietetics Michael Okpara University of Agric. Umudike 2002 - 2005 4. Senior Lecturer, Dept. of Home Economics &

Nutrition, Michael Okpara Univ. of Agric. Umudike 2001- 2002

5. Senior Lecturer, Department of Biochemistry, Ambrose Alli, University, Ekpoma. 1999 – 2001 6. Chief Lecturer, Science Technology Department, Federal Polytechnic, Idah 1999 7. Principal Lecturer, Science Technology Department, Federal Polytechnic, Idah 1996 – 1999 8. Senior Lecturer, Science Technology Department, Federal Polytechnic, Idah 1993 – 1996 9. Lecturer 1, Science Technology Department, Federal Polytechnic, Idah. 1990 -1993 10. Lecturer II, Science Technology Department, Federal Polytechnic, Idah. 1986 – 1990 11. Lecturer III, Science Technology Department, Federal Polytechnic, Idah. 1983 – 1986

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OTHER TEACHING JOBS

1. Adjunct Professor Imo State University Owerri 2008

2. Adjunct Professor Adekunle Ajasin University Akungba 2009 – 2010

4 ADMINISTRATIVE EXPERIENCES

1. Dean: College of Applied Food Sciences and Tourism, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike. 2006 - 2008.

2. Director: Academic Planning, Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, 2011-2012

3. Sub-Dean: Faculty of Natural Sciences, Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, 2001

4. Head of Department: Biochemistry, Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, 2009- 2011

5. Acting Head of Department, Food Science and Technology, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture – Umudike, 2003.

6. Foundation Head of Department, Human Nutrition & Dietetics, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike. 2004 - 2007

7. National President: Nutrition Society of Nigeria 2009 - 2012.

8. Secretary General: Federation of African Nutrition Societies. International Organization of Nutritionists in Africa, 2011- date.

9. National Vice-President of Nutrition Society of Nigeria 2002 - 2006.

10. Editor –in-Chief, Nigerian Journal of Nutritional Sciences, 2006 - 2008.

11. Editor – in- Chief Nigerian Annals of Sciences 2000 – 2001.

12. Associate Editor Journal of Management and Technology, 1996 - 1999.

13. Deputy Editor, Nigerian Journal of Nutritional Sciences, 2003.

14. Chairman Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics, Federal Polytechnic Idah, 1994 - 1998.

15. Chairman: University Human Research Ethics Committee, Ambrose Alli University, 2011- date

16. Chairman: National Committee on the Guidelines for Non communicable diseases in Nigeria. 2012 - 2013

17. Chairman: Academic and Work Ethics Committee, Academic Staff Union of Universities, Ambrose Alli University Ekpoma Chapter, 2008 – 2011.

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18. Chairman Senate Business Committee, Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma 2008 - 2009

19. Chairman: Academic Lectures Series of ASUU, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike. 2005 - 2007.

20. Chairman: Strategic Planning Committee of ASUU. Michael Okpara University Agriculture Umudike. 2004 - 2007.

21. Chairman: Ethics Committee and Disciplinary Committee of ASUU, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture – Umudike, 2004 - 2006.

22. Chairman: Examination Malpractice Committee Michael Okpara University of Agriculture – Umudike, 2005

23. Chairman: Committee to investigate the authority behind the mounting of some programmes at the former MOUA Umudike Continuing Education Centre, Aba.

24. Chairman: Faculty of Natural Sciences Seminar/Workshop Committee, Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, 2009 - 2011

25. Chairman: Staff Investigation Committee on Academic Irregularities in the Department of History and International Studies, Ambrose Alii University, Ekpoma, 2010

26. Chairman, Review Committee on National Food and Nutrition Policy of the Nutrition Society of Nigeria

27. Chairman, Forum of Professional bodies on Infant and Young Child feeding in Nigeria, 2006

28. Chairman NUC Accreditation visitation team to Kwara State University, Ilorin

29. Chairman LOC for the International Congress of Federation of African Nutrition Societies held at International Conference Centre Abuja 2011.

30. Chairman, FANUS Congress Section on Integration of Nutrition into Agriculture. 2nd Federation of African Nutrition Societies Congress, Abuja 11th -15th Sept. 2011.

31. Chairman: ASUU AAU Investigation Committee to Try Members of the Union ICT Committee

32. Chairman, National Review Committee of the Nutrition Society of Nigeria, 2013-Date.

33. Chairman Local Organizing Committee on the Right to Food Workshop Held at Enugu, 2008

34. Chairman: Higher Degree Oral Examination- Msc examination of Mr. Eromosele Osemudiamen Emmanuel 2011

35. Chairman: Higher Degree Oral Examination- Msc examination of Mr. Obaseki Erionamhen 2010

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36. Resource Person: Development of skill-based pupils’ text and teachers’ manual on Nutrition Education in Primary Schools in Nigeria, Federal Ministry of Education, Basic and Secondary Education Department, School Support Division, 23rd -29th Jan. 2011

37. Resource Person: Federal Ministry of Education. Finalization and Adoption of Developed Skill-based Learning Materials and Packages on School Gardening as a Core Strategy for Climate Change Adaptation at the Basic Education level, Asaba 18th -23rd July 2011.

38. Resource Person: Review and Planning Meeting on Climate Change Adaptation for Children as Agents of Change by Federal Ministry of Information and Communications, July 2012

39. Resource Person: Federal Ministry of Education/UNICEF On National Quiz Competition and Parliament for Basic Education Learners on Climate Change Adaptation Activities, 23rd Oct-3rd Nov 2012, Lagos.

40. Resource Person: Federal Ministry of Information and Communications in collaboration with UNICEF for the Review and planning of climate change adaptation for children as agents of change - , 22nd -25th July 2012.

41. Resource Person: Federal Ministry of Education/UNICEF For. Advocacy and Sensitization Meeting for the Establishment of a School Feeding Programme in Selected States with Special Needs (Emergency, Conflict and violence prone), Port Harcourt, 14th -16th December, 2011.

42. Member: National Review Committee on Micronutrient Deficiency Control in Nigeria, 2004.

43. Member National Committee on Policy Formulation of Infant and Young Child Feeding in Nigeria, 2004.

44. Member National Committee on Food and Nutrition, 2002 - 2007.

45. Member National Emergency committee on Floods of Federal Ministry of Health, 2012.

46. Member: National Working Group on Formulation of National Plan of Action on Food and Nutrition Policy.

47. Member: Executive Council of Nigerian Dietetic Association representing nutrition Society of Nigeria.

48. Member NUC Accreditation Visitation Team to:

i. University of Benin

ii. University of Ado Ekiti

iii. Cross River State University, Okuku – Ogoja and Calabar Campus

iv. Bells University of Technology, Otta, Ogun State.

v. Federal University Oye-Ekiti

vi. Madonna University, Elele, Rivers State

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vii. Afe Babalola University Ado-Ekiti

50. Vice-Chairman Nigerian Institute of Science Technologists, Federal Polytechnic Idah, Branch 1994

51. Member: Senior Staff Disciplinary Committee; Ambrose Alli University Ekpoma, 2001

52. Member: ASUU Umudike, Constitution Review Committee, 2003 - 2004.

53. Member, Ambrose Alli University Research Committee, 2001.

54. Member, Constitution of Committee on the Proposed Affiliation of SAMMED Business School, Benin-City to Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma Oct. 27th - 28th 2011.

55. Member, National Technical Committee for the Review of Nigeria Industrial Standards for wheat flour, Maize flour, Semolina and Fortificants Premix, 2010 - 2012

56 Member, Committee on Resource Assessment of the Institute of Continuing Education, Benin City, 2011- date

57. Member: Committee on the proposed affiliation of McCarthy School of Business and Basic Studies, Benin City to Ambrose Alii University, Ekpoma, 2011

58. Member: Committee on the proposed affiliation of Crowther Graduate Theological Seminary, Igbein, Abeokuta to Ambrose Alii University, Ekpoma, 2011.

59. Member: Edo State Committee on Food and Nutrition, 2012 - Date

60. Member: Committee Review of National Food and Nutrition Policy 2012 - Date

61. Member: Development of the Health Sector Nutrition Policy Strategic Plan – 2013

62. Member: Nigerian Nutrition Networking Group

63. Member: Editorial Board of the Journal of Science, Technology and Environment.

64. Member: Technical Committee on the National Nutrition Council

65. Member: Senate Committee to Review the Academic Regulations, Students’ Information Hand Book and Regulations on Examination Offences and Discipline, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, 2004.

66. Member: Technical Committee for the Final Review of the Draft National Policy on Food and Nutrition, 2013

67. Ex-Officio: ASUU Executive Council AAU, Ekpoma, 2001.

68. Secretary Local Organizing Committee of the National Conference of the Nutrition Society of Nigeria held at:

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a. Ekpoma 2001

b. Umudike 2003

69. ASUU Representative: University Disciplinary Committee, Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, 2000 - 2001.

71. Senate Representative of College of Food Processing and Storage Technology Michael Okpara University of Agriculture – Umudike, 2001 – 2002.

72. Senate Representative: Senior Staff Disciplinary Committee- II , Ambrose Alli University Ekpoma, 2010-2011

73. Examination Officer: School of Technology, Federal Polytechnic Idah, 1997 – 1999.

74. International Book Reviewer, Titled “Improving Nutrition through Agriculture in Nigeria and Uganda: Needs, Opportunities, Requirements and Strategies for the Future”, on behalf of Uganda National Academy of Sciences, 2011.

75. Consulting Editor of the Contemporary Who’s Who of the American Biographical Institute

76. Moderator: CSV-Creating Shared Value: Regional Creating Shared Value Forum. The Role of Business in Food Security and Nutrition

77. Coordinator: Post graduate Seminars, Department of Home Economics and Nutrition, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture – Umudike 2001 - 2007

4. SUPERVISION OF THESIS, DISSERTATIONS AND PROJECTS

A. PhD Supervised

1. Assessment of Vitamin A and Iron Status among Adolescents in Abia State. JU Anyika-----PhD 2006, MOUA, Umudike.

2. Anemia, Iron and Zinc Status of Under-five Children in Imo State Nigeria Onyemaobi G-----Ph.D 2008, MOUA, Umudike

3. Micronutrient Composition, Organoleptic and Nutritional Attributes of Some Fresh and Dried Green Leafy Vegetables Consumed in Kogi State.GHA Oguche--- Ph.D 2008 MOUA, Umudike.

4. A Study of Dietary Intake, Energy Expenditure and Body Composition of Exclusively Breast Feeding and Non-exclusively Breast Feeding Women. I N Olaitan ----Ph.D 2008, MOUA, Umudike.

5. Nutritional Status and Functional Ability of the Elderly in Abia State. OC Nzeagwu ---PhD 2009, MOUA, Umudike.

6. Effect of fermentation and heat treatment on the nutritional qualities of African walnut. Ayemhenre Esekheigbe----PhD 2015, AAU, Ekpoma

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B. MSc. Supervised

1. Studies on the Effects of Salt Intake on Hypertensive Patients in Edo State - Finomo D---- MSc 2002, AAU Ekpoma.

2. Biological Evaluation of Nutrient Quality of Bambara Nut. Egbuka C-----MSc 2002, AAU Ekpoma.

3. Formulation of Improved Breakfast Gruel from Germinated and Fermented Sorghum----Ezenwa HC---MSc 2006, MOUA Umudike.

4. Assessment of Anaemia in Rural Areas of Abia State Children Aged, 12 - 24months ---- H. Okudu-- -M.Sc 2007, MOUA Umudike.

5. Determination of Energy Expenditure and Body Composition of Institutionalized Adolescents in Abia State- Ukegbu P O------MSc 2007 MOUA, Umudike, .

6. Nutrient Content and Acceptability of Soy-fortified Gari----Okwulehie C F MSc 2008, MOUA, Umudike

7. Evaluation of the Health Benefits of Exclusive Breast feeding on Infants, 0 - 6months in Abia State, Oluh C. C----MSc 2008, MOUA, Umudike

8. Assessment of Nutritional Status of hypertensive patients in Anambra State----Okoye RA---- MSc 2008, MOUA, Umudike,

9. Formulation, Production and Evaluation of Breakfast Meal from Differently Processed (Fermentation and Co-fermentation) of Sorghum Nkwoala C-----MSc 2008, MOUA, Umudike

10. Evaluation of Glycemic Indices of Rice (served with stew) Prepared from Four Varieties of Rice in Abakaliki- Arukwe I J---MSc 2008, MOUA, Umudike.

11. Nutrient Composition, Functional Properties and Acceptability of Products Developed from Orange Fleshed Sweet Potato- Eluagu E N----MSc 2008 MOUA, Umudike.

12. Effects of Exercise on the Lipid Profile and Body Composition of Women in Edo State---- Ekwue ---MSc 2010, AAU, Ekpoma.

13. Solid Waste Generation and Management in Nigerian Urban Households-a Case Study of Makurdi Metropolis- Agwa SI----MSc 2008, MOUA, Umudike.

14. Effect of Moist and Dry Heat Processing Methods on the Nutritional Value of Mung Bean (Vigna radiata) –Agugo Udodiri A---2008, MOUA, Umudike.

15. Socioeconomic Importance, Nutritional Qualities and Sanitary Conditions of Street Foods in Imo and Abia States.- Nzeagu O C---MSc 2009, MOUA, Umudike

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16. Assessment of Plasma Total Cholesterol Levels and Body Mass Index of some Civil Servants in Ebonyi State- Ogbonna C ---MSc 2010, MOUA, Umudike.

17. Complementary Food Using Cocoyam and African Yam Bean ----G.N.E Nwakpadolu---MSc 2010, MOUA, Umudike.

18. Evaluation of Energy Expenditure and Iron Status of Pregnant Women in Umuahia—Onuoha V U—MSc 2011, MOUA, Umudike.

19. Energy Expenditure of Market Women in Five Major Markets in Owerri Town Imo State, Nigeria—Opara H C---MSc 2008, MOUA, Umudike.

20. The Effect of Nutrition Education Intervention on Vitamin A and Iron Deficiencies in Calabar South and Biase LGAs of Cross-River State, Nigeria ---Ukam N U—MSc 2007, MOUA, Umudike.

21. Physico-chemical and organoleptic characteristics of chicken processed using drum kilns-------- Adomeh E MSc 2014, AAU, Ekpoma.

C. PGD SUPERVISED

1. Energy Expenditure and Nutrient Adequacy of Institutionalized

Female Adolescence-----Offurum PO PGD, MOUA, Umudike.

2 Invitro-Digestibility Study of parboiled palm kernel cake---Oshiegbu W--

PGD, AAU Ekpoma

C. UNDERGRADUATE PROJECTS SUPERVISED 1. More than 100 undergraduate students’ Projects were supervised both at

Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike and Ambrose Alli University between 1999 and 2015.

2 Over 50 HND projects supervised while in the Federal Polytechnic Idah

5. RESEARCH AND PUBLICATIONS

i. THESES

1. Biological Evaluation of the Effects of Processing on the Protein Quality of West African Fresh Water Fishes - B.Sc. Thesis. 1982

2. Comparative Estimate of Protein and Energy Intake and Body Composition of Ibadan University Athletes and Non-Athletes – M.Sc. Thesis, 1985.

3. Seasonal Variations in Energy Intake, Expenditure and Body Composition of Students in a Nigerian College of Agriculture – Ph.D. Thesis.

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ii. PUBLICATIONS- BOOKS/CHAPTERS IN BOOKS

1. Onimawo I.A. and Egbekun, M.K. (1998) Comprehensive Food Science and Nutrition, Revised Edition, Ambik Publishers, Benin City.

2. Onimawo I A and Eneji S I (1998). Introductory Organic Chemistry. Ambik Press Benin City.

3. Onimawo, I.A. (2001) Nutrition for the Vulnerable Group, Ambik Publishers, Benin City (revised Edition 2012).

4. Onimawo I.A. Onigbinde, A.P. and Iyawe, H.O.T (2001) (Editors) Proceedings of Nutrition Society of Nigeria. Published by Nutrition Society of Nigeria, and Printed by Ambik Press Benin City.

5. Akinyele, I.O., Onimawo, A.I. &Uwaegbute A.C. (Editors) (2003) Book of Proceedings of the 34th Annual Conference of the Nutrition Society of Nigeria. Published by NSN.

6. Akinyele, I.O., Onimawo A.I,Uwaegbute A.C. (Editors) (2003) Report of the 24th Annual Conference of the Nutrition Society of Nigeria. Published by NSN.

7. Onimawo I A and Akubor P I (2005) Food Chemistry (Integrated Approach with Biochemical Background). Ambik Press Benin City.

8. Training Manual for School Feeding Services in Nigeria, Developed by Foods and Nutrition Branch of the Federal Ministry of Education, Onimawo I A, and others in Collaboration with UNICEF, 2009.

9. Onimawo I A. Traditional Food System in Assuring Food Security in Nigeria. FAO Text Book on Sustainable Diets and Biodiversity (Chapter three), Rome, 2012.

JOURNALS -International

10. Onimawo, I.A. Biological Evaluation of Effects of Modified Traditional Methods of Processing on Heterotis niloticus and Chrysichthys nigrodigitatus J. Food Science Technology Vol. 31, 5:490-512, 1994 India.

11. Onimawo, I.A. Body Composition, Energy and Protein Intake of Nigeria University Athletes-Ecology of Food & Nutrition Vol.37, 399-408, 1999, USA.

12. Onimawo, I.A. Activity Pattern and Energy Expenditure of Male Students in a Nigerian College of Agriculture, Nutrition Research Vol. 19, No. 6, 963 – 974, 1998, Canada.

13. Onimawo, I.A. Usman A. and Momoh A.H.: Proximate Composition and Functional Properties of Four Cultivars of Bambara Groundnut. Plant Foods for Human Nutrition. Vol. 53, 153-158, 1998, Netherlands.

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14. Onimawo, I.A.: Inter-Individual Variations in Energy and Nutrient Intake Among Young Nigerian Adults. Ecology of Food and Nutrition, 40: 127-141, 2001, USA.

15. Onimawo, I.A. and Ezika E.E. Variations of Ascorbic Acid Contents in Processed Selected Vegetables. African J. Sci. 3 (1) 551-557, 2002.

16. Akubor, P.I., Isolokwu, P.C. Ugbane, C and Onimawo I .A. Proximate Composition and Functional Properties of Toasted African Breadfruit Kernel and Wheat Flour Blends. Food Research International, 33; 707-712; 2002, Canada.

17. Onimawo, I.A., and Cole, A.H.: Seasonality in Energy Intake, Expenditure and Body Composition of Young Nigerian Men. African Journal of Science and Technology, Vol. No. 2 120-125, 2000.

18. Onimawo, I.A., Oteno, F., Orokpo G., Akubor, P: Physiochemical Properties and Nutrient Evaluation of African Bush Mango (lrvingia gabonensis). Plant Foods for Human Nutrition, Vol 58, 1-6 2003, Netherlands.

19. Onimawo, I.A.: Proximate Composition and Selected Physiochemical Properties of the Seed, Pulp and Oil of Sour Sop (Annona, muricata). Plant Foods for Human Nutrition, Vol. 57, 165-171, 2002. Netherlands.

20. Onimawo, I.A.: Nmerole, E.C. Idoko and Akubor, P.I.: Effects of Fermentation of Nutrient and Some Functional Properties of Pumpkin seed (Telfaria occidentalis). Plants Foods Hum. Nutr. 58 (3); 1-9, 2003, Netherlands.

21. Akubor, P.I., and Onimawo, I.A.: Functional Properties and Performance of Soybeans and Maize flour Blends in Cookies. Plant Foods Hum. Nutri. 58 (3); 1-12, 2003, Netherlands.

22. Ihimiri, I.G., Eguavoen, I.O., Onimawo, I.A.: Dehydrocyanation of Three Cultivars of Lima Beans and its Effects in Tryptophan Content. J. Sci. Food Agric. 84: 246-250, 2004, England.

23. Onimawo, I.A. and Asugo, S.: Effects of Germination on the Nutrient Content and Functional Properties of Pigeon Pea Flour. J. Food Sci. Technology. Vol. 41, (2) 170-174 2004, India.

24. Odia, M., Eguavoen I.O and Onimawo, I.A.: Nutrient Composition and Functional Properties of Pleurotustuberregium. African J. Sci. 2: 344-355.

25. Onimawo, I.A., Wisdom, D.: Control of Enzymic and Non-enzymic Browning During Processing of Plantain into Flour. World J. Biotech. 3(2) 600-605, 2002.

26. Onimawo, I.A and Adukwu, B.I.: Proximate Composition and Selected Physiochemical Properties of the Fruits of Canariumschweifuethii. Africa J. Sci. Technol. 4(1) 1-4, 2004, UNESCO.

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27. Onimawo, I.A., Njoku, U., Echendu, C.A., (2004) Body Composition & Nutritional Status of Middle Age and Elderly Hypertensive Patients J. Nutr. Elderly 2: (2): 55-67, 2005 USA.

28. Onimawo I A and Akpojovwo A E. Toasting (dry heat) and Nutrient Composition, Functional Properties and Anti- nutritional Factors of Pigeon Pea (Cajanuscajan) Flour. J. Food Process. Preserv.30; 742-753, 2006, USA.

29. Onimawo I A Echendu C A and Obiazei I C. Chemical and Sensory Evaluation of Snacks Produced from Maize and Bambara Nut Flour Blends. J. Sustainable Agric Environ. 8; 184-195, 2006.

30. Onimawo I A and Ukegbu P O. Energy Intake and Energy expenditure of Institutionalized Female Adolescents in Nigerian Secondary School. J. Sustainable Agriculture and Environment Vol 9 (1), 55-60, 2007.

31. Onimawo I A, Ijeh I, Ukoha U and Nwachukwu G T. Determination of the Glycemic Index of Steamed Cakes Using Two Different Legumes, bambara nut (Vigna subterranean) and cowpea (Vignaunguiculata). Afr. J. Biochem. Res. Vol.1 (7) 2007.

32. Ukaegbu P O, Onimawo I A and Ukaegbu A U. Nutritional Status and Energy intake of Adolescents in Umuahia Urban, Nigeria. Pakistan J. Nutri. 6 (6): 641-646, 2007, Pakistan.

33. Agugo, U.A and Onimawo, I.A Heat Treatment on the Nutiritional Value of Mung Bean. Electronic Journal of Environmental, Agricultural and Food Chemistry, vol 8 (10) , 924-930, 2009

34. Anyika J U, Uwaegbute A C and Onimawo I A. Nutrition Knowledge and Food Intake of Adolescent Female Secondary School Students in Umuahia North Local Government Areas of Abia State. J. Sustain. Agric. Environ. Vol.10 (2): 145-153, 2006

35. Nkwoala C and Onimawo I A. Proximate Composition and Organoleptic Characteristics of Bread Produced from Co-fermented Bambara Nut (Vigna subterranean) and Wheat Flour Blends. Annals of Nutrition and Metabolism, vol.55 Allschwilerstrasse no.10, CH-4009 p647-647, Basel Karger, 2009

36. Nzeagwu O. C and Onimawo I. A. Nutrient Composition and Sensory Properties of Juice made from Pitanga Cherry (Eugenia uniflora L.) Fruits. Afri. J. Food Agric Nutri. Development. Vol 10 no. 4; 2010, Kenya

37. Eluagu, E.N. and Onimawo, I.A. Effect of Processing Methods on the Mineral Composition and Anti nutritional Factors of Orange Fleshed Sweet Potato (Ipomoea batatas L. Lam) Flours. Electronic Journal of Environmental, Agricultural and Food Chemistry, Vol 9 (6) , 1000-1005, 2010

38. Onimawo I A, P.O Ukegbu, V.U Asumugha, J.U Anyika, H Okudu, C.A Echendu, C Nkwoala, P Emebu (2010). Assessment of Anaemia and Iron Status of School Age Children (aged 7-12 years) in Rural Communities of

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Abia state, Nigeria. Afri. J. Food Agric Nutri. Development. Vol 10 no. 8; 2010, Kenya

39. Ordia A, Eguavoen I O,Onimawo I A,Ihimire I G and Jegede D A Effect of Sprouting and other Processing Methods on the Nutrient Content and Invitro Digestibility of Hybrid Cultivars of Pigeon Pea. Adv. Nat. and Appl. Sci. vol. 8, 245-252, 2010

40. Ordia A, Eguavoen I O,Onimawo I A, Ihimire I G and Jegede D A Invitro Digestibility of Nutrients/antinutrients in some Raw and Sprouted Pigeon pea (Cajanuscajan) obtained fron markets in Esan land, Edo State Nigeria. Adv. Nat. and Appl. Sci. vol. 8, 217-225, 2010.

41. Odia A, Azih, MC, Eguavoen, IO, Onimawo I A. Effects of Processing on The ant-nutritional Constituents of Pigeon Pea (Cajanus cajan). IRCAB J. Natural and Apllied Sciences,118-124, 2011.

42. Onyemaobi G and Onimawo IA. Zinc Status of Under-Five Children in Rural and Urban Imo State, Nigeria. J. Basic. Appl. Sci. Res., 1(6)451-455, 2011.

43. Anyika JU, Uwaegbute A, Onimawo IA.Use of Contraceptives, Menstrual History and Weight Gain among University Pakistan Journal of Nutrition 11 (9): 765-769, 2012

44. Ugwuja EI, Ogbonna NC and Nwibo AN, Onimawo I A: Overweight and Obesity, Lipid Profile and Atherogenic Indices among Civil Servants in Abakaliki, South Eastern Nigeria. Annals of Medical and Health Science Research, 2012

45. Ukaegbu, PO and Onimawo IA Anthropometry and body composition characteristics of adolescents in public boarding secondary schools in Umuahia, Abis State, Nigeria. J Sustainable Agric. 13 (2); 165-173, 2012.

46. Onyemaobi G A and Onimawo Children o IA. Risk Factors for Iron Deficiency Anaemia in Under-five in Imo State, Nigeria.J. Appl Sci Research. 7 (1): 63-67 2011.

47. Onimawo IA and Onuoha VU. Prevalence of iron deficiency anaemia among pregnant women in urban and rural areas of Abia State. Pakistan

Pakistan J. Nutrition 14 (9): 553-556, 2015.

48. Esekheigbe A and Onimawo IA. Effect of fermentation and heat treatment on the nu trient and antinutrient composition of African walnut (Tetracarpidium conophorum). Pakistan J. Nutrition, 14 (12): 972-975, 2015.

49. Esekheigbe A and Onimawo IA. Amino acid profile of Conophor nut as affected by fermentation and heat treatment. Index Copernicus value, Vol. 4, Issue 9, 2015.

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JOURNALS -National

50. Onimawo, I.A., and Cole A.H.: Activity Pattern and Energy Balance of Female Students in a Nigerian College of Agriculture. Nigeria Journal of Technical Education Vol. 15 (2); 116 -124, 1998.

51. Cole, A.H. and Onimawo, I.A.: Field Estimation of Energy Expenditure: intake Balance Versus Factorial Methods. Nig. Journal of Science, 34 (1): 47-53, 2000. Nigeria.

52. Onimawo, I.A., Nutrition Education: A Pre-requisite for Effective Realization of National Food and Nutrition Policy Objectives. Sabondale Journal of Tech. Education 2: 162-165, 1999, Nigeria.

53. Onimawo, I.A. Ako, J.A. and Abutu, G: Energy Requirements of some Polytechnic Students Estimated by Factorial Method, J. Mgt. Technology Vol. (1): 44-51, 1999, Nigeria.

54. Onimawo, I.A. Imaji M. and Arijeniwa A; Biological Evaluation of Formulated Fish Feeds using Clarias submaginatus Juveniles J. Mgt. Technology. Vol. 1. (1) 1-6; 1999, Nigeria.

55. Onimawo, I.A., Cultural Impediments to Successful Eradication of Iodine Deficiency in Idah. Nig J. Nutr. Sci. Vol. 22; 25-30, 2002.

56. Onimawo, I.A.: Seasonal Variation in Energy intake, Expenditure and Body Composition of Nigerian Female Students. Nig. J. Nutr. Sci. Vol. 23; 24-38, 2002.

57. Onimawo, I.A. New Rapid Method for the Determination of Human Optimum Body Weight J. Sci. Engin Technology. Vol. 9 (4) 4561-4569, 2002.

58. Onimawo, I.A. and Cole A.H.: A Longitudinal Study of Changes in Body Composition of Young Adult Nigerians. Nigerian Journal of Science Vol. 36 (1) 47-57, Nigeria.

59. Arijeniwa, A., Bratte L. and Onimawo, I.A.: Effects of Chemical Treatments and Biodegradation on Proximate Composition and Mineral Contents of Cocoa Pod Husk. J. Mgt. Technology 2: 1-6, 2000, Nigeria.

60. Onimawo, I.A., Cole, A.H.: Chemical Analysis of Cooked Foods Commonly Consumed in South West Rainforest Zone of Nigeria J. Mgt. Technology 3: 128-133, 2001, Nigeria.

61. Akubor, P.I., Achi, O.K. and Onimawo, I.A.: Functional Properties and Biscuit Making Potential of Cowpea and Maize Flour Blends J. Mgt. Technology 3: 220-226, 2001, Nigeria.

62. Onimawo, I.A., and Ibrahim S: Anthropometric Assessment of the Nutritional Status of School Age Children in Idah. J. Appl. Sci. 5(4): 3221-3229, 2002, Nigeria.

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63. Onimawo, I.A., Ataguba D, Ogohi, A: Utilization of Millet as Replacement for Maize in Growers Diet of Broiler Chickens. J, Appl. Sci. 5(4) 3201-3208, 2002, Nigeria.

64. Onimawo, I.A., and Ofomata, A.C.: Nutrient Content and Functional Properties of Deffated Palm Kernel Meal. Nigerian Annals Nat. Sci. 4(1): 70-77. 2002, Nigeria.

65. Echendu, C.A., and Onimawo, I.A.: Incidence of Anemia among Pregnant Women in Urban and Rural Areas of Umuahia, Nigeria. Nig J. Nutri. Sci. Vol. 24, No 1; 4-12, 2003, Nigeria.

66. Onimawo, I.A., Akubor, P.I.: Formulation, Analysis and Stability of Mango Juice. Nig J. Nutri. Sci. Vol. 24. No. 2: 69-74, 2003, Nigeria.

67. Onimawo, I.A., and Onofua, A.M.: Nutrient Content and Functional Properties of Sorghum /soybean Flour Blends Nig. Food J.21; 18-22 2003, Nigeria.

68. Onimawo, I.A., Amabangwu, K., Eluwa, A.M., Nutritional Status of School Age Children Assessed by Anthropometric and Dietary Methods . Nig. J. Nutr. Sci. 27; (1); 27-34, 2006, Nigeria.

69. Ordia, M., Onimawo, I.A., Eguavoen, I.O.: Effects of Chemical Modification on the Nutrient Content and Functional Properties of Pleurotus tuber-regium. Nig. Nutr. J. Nutri. Sci. (2) 13-17, 2004 Nigeria.

70. Echendu C.A, Onimawo I.A and Adieze S. Production and Evolution of Doughnuts and Biscuits making Potential from Maize-pigeon Pea Flour Blends Nig Food J. 22, 47 -153,2004, Nigeria

71. Asinobi C O Nwankwo C F and Onimawo I A. Household Environmental Living Conditions and Health Risks of Occupants in Owerri Municipality. Nig. J. Nutri. Sci. 27 (1); 9-15 2006, Nigeria.

72. Onimawo I A ,Nkwonye T C and Echendu C A. Energy Expenditure and Nutritional Status of the Elderly in a Community in Rivers State, Nigeria. Nig. J Nutri. Sci. 27 (2); 106-109, 2006 Nigeria.

73. Akubor P I and Onimawo I A. Nutrient Content, Physicochemical and Sensory Properties of Pineapple-coconut Food Drink. Nig. J. Nutri. Sci. 26(2) 76-80, 2006.

74. Onimawo I A, Irabuchi C S and Nkwoala C C. Evaluation of Iron Status, Energy Expenditure and Body Composition of Teenage Girls Residing in Umuahia South LGA (rural) Umuahia North LGA (urban) of Abia State, Nigeria. Nig. J Nutri.Sci. Vol. 28 (1), 47-55, 2007.

75. Onimawo I A, Ibekwe J O Uchechukwu N and Emebu K P. Functional Properties and Production of Improved Biscuits from Sorghum (Sorghum bicolor) and Fermented Bambara nut (Vigna subterranean) Flour Blends. Nig. J. Nutri. Sci. Vol. 28 (1), 90-98, 2007.

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76. Asinobi C O and Onimawo I A. Infection and Prevalence of Malnutrition in Adolescent Girls in Low Socio-economic Rural Community of Ohaji/Egbema LGA, Imo State, Nigeria. Nig. J. Nutri. Sci. Vol. 28 (1), 105-117 2007.

77. Onimawo I A, Ukegbu P O and Aboaja N J. Assessment of Nutritional Status of Preschool Children in Urban and Rural Areas of Umuahia, Abia State. Nig. J. Nutri. Sci. Vol. 28 (2), 30-39, 2007.

78. Asinobi C O and Onimawo I A. Energy Expenditure Level and Time Allocation for Domestic, Farming and Processing Activities; A Case Study of Adult Women of Cassava House holds in Edo State, Nigeria. Nig. J. Nutri. Sci. Vol. 28 (2), 85-97, 2007.

79. Onimawo I A and Adogeri J S. Functional Properties and Biscuit Making Potential of Wheat, Sorghum, and Bambara nut Flour Blends. Nig. J Nutr. Sci. Vol 29 (1):19-28, 2008.

80. Onimawo I A, Asumugha V U, Chukwudi N K, Echendu C A, Nkwoala C, Nzeagwu O C, Okudu H and Anyika J U. Body Composition and Nutrient Intake of Children Suffering from Worm Infestation and Malaria Parasites. Nig. J. Nutr. Sci. Vol.29 (1): 111-117, 2008.

81. Anyika J U, Uwaegbute AC, Onimawo I A and Echendu C A. Factors Influencing Food Intake of Adolescent Female Secondary and University Students in Umuahia North and Ikwuano LGAs of Abia State. Nig. J. Nutr. Sci. Vol.29 (1): 125-134, 2008

82. Okudu H and Onimawo I A. A Cross-sectional Study of Iron Status and Anemia in Children Between the Ages of 12-24 months in Ikwuano LGA of Abia State. Nig. J. Nutr. Sci. Vol.29 (1): 167-172, 2008.

83. Onyemaobi G A and Onimawo I A. Nutritional Assessment of Under-five Children in Imo State, Nigeria. Nig. J. Nutr. Sci. Vol.29 (2): 210-220, 2008.

84. Onimawo I A, Okudu H and Onyekwere G I. Nutritional Status of Top Businessmen in Umuahia metropolis. Nig. J. Nutr. Sci. Vol.29 (2): 226-230, 2008.

85. Anyika J U, Uwaegbute C A, Onimawo I A, Echendu C A, Onuekwusi G C, Imoh A N, Okezie C A. Seasonal Variation in Consumption of Roots and Tuber Crops and Factors Considered when Choosing Foods among Adolescent Female Secondary and University Students in Abia State, Nigeria. Nig. J. Nutr. Sci. Vol.29 (2): 226-230, 2008.

86. Onimawo I A, Arukwe I J and Nzeagwu. Evaluation of Gycemic Indices of Rice (served with stew) Prepared from Four Varieties of Rice in Abakaliki, Nigeria. Nig. J. Nutri. Sci, vol. 31No. 2, 2010

87. Eluagu, E.N. and Onimawo, I.A. Effect of Blanching on the Mineral Composition and Antinutritional Factors of Orange Fleshed Sweet Potato (Ipomoea batatas L. Lam) Flours. Nigerian Agricultural Journal, 2013.

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88. Okwulehie FC, Opara HC and Onimawo I.A. Nutrient content of fortified gari. Nig. J Nutr. Sciences, Vol. 35, (1), 60-65, 2014

89. Onimawo I.A and Offfurum M. Formulation and nutrient composition of maize pap (ogi) fortified with groundnut flour. Nig. J. Nutr. Sci. Vol. 36 (2), 64-71, 2015

REFEREED PROCEEDINGS

90. Onimawo, I.A., Biotechnology – A Must in National Food and Nutrition Policy Framework. Proceedings of the 28th Annual Conference of Nutrition Society of Nigeria. Pp. 4-7, 1997.

91. Onimawo, I.A., Application of Biotechnology in the Production of Single Cell Proteins. Proceedings of the 28th Annual Conference of Nutrition Society of Nigeria. Pp 16-20, 1997.

92. Onimawo, I.A., and Omeje, O.C.: Production, Analysis and Sensory Evaluation of Sugar Coated Peanuts (Arachis hypogea). Proceedings of 22nd Annual Conference of Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology. Vol. 1: pp 26-27; 1998.

93. Onimawo, I.A. and Cole, A.H.: The Influence of Socio-economic Background on Energy and Protein Intake and Body Composition among Students. Proceedings of 22nd Annual Conference. Nigeria Institute Food Science & Technology. Vol. 1 pp 161-162; 1998.

94. Onimawo, I.A., and Musa N. Effects of Ripening on the Nutrient Content of Plantain Peels. Proceeding’s of the 23rd Annual Conference of NIFST, Oct .Vol. 2 pp 166-167, 1999.

95. Nmerole E.C.,Onimawo, I.A. &Egwumah C; Production and Sensory Evaluation of Breakfast Meal from Germinated Sorghum. Proceeding of 24thAnnual Conference of Nigeria Institute of Food Science and Technology (NIFST) Nov pp 273-274. 2000.

96. Ihimire, I.G., Eguavoen, I.A., Onimawo, I.A.,Ebulu, U. Chuke, A.C. Effect of Sprouting on some Functional Properties and Antinutrient constituents of Flour of Lima Bean Seed (Phaseoluslunatus). ProcNutr. Soc. Nigeria. P28-33, 2001.

97. Onimawo, I.A. Effects of Smoking on the Nutrient Content of Some Fresh Water Fish Species. Proc. Nutri. Soc. Nig. 71-74, 2001.

98. Nwosu, P.A. and Onimawo, I.A.: Complementary Foods and Nutrients Adequacy for Infants and Young Children Formulated from Rice, Yam, Beans and Crayfish. Proceedings of Nutrition Society of Nigeria. pp 129-131, 2003.

99. Onimawo, I.A., Exclusive Breastfeeding as a Right of the Child: Problems and Remedies. Proc. Nutri. Soc. Nig. 72-75; 2002

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100. Onimawo IA and Ukaegbu P O. Energy Expenditure and Nutrient Adequacy of Institutionalized Female Adolescents in a Nigerian Secondary School. Proc. Nutrition Soc. Nig.36; 18-23, 2003 Nigeria.

101. Onimawo I A. Contributions of Street Foods to the Socio-economic Status of Vendors and the Nutrient Intake of the Consumers. Proceedings of the Institute of Food Science and Technology India, 2012

102. Onimawo I A. Vitamin A Supplementation Program in Nigeria-Challenges and Prospects. Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference and Exhibition on Nutritional Science and Therapy, Philadelphia, USA, 98: 2013

103. Onimawo I.A. Food and Nutrition Security Situation as Indicators of Development in African States. Proceedings of the 42nd Annual Conference of Nutrition Society of Nigeria, Calabar, P11-25, 2013

104. Okudu H and Onimawo I A. A cross-sectional study of iron status and anaemia in children between the ages of 12-24 months in rural areas of Abia State. Proceedings of the Sub-Saharan African Regional Workshop on Food Education, Security and Social Perspectives p79, 2009

105. Onimawo I.A. Maternal newborn and child health week in Nigeria-Challenges and prospects. 4th International conference on updating Food Technology: A challenge towards public health nutrition ICUFT, New Delhi, India,2014

TECHNICAL REPORTS

106. Report of MNCH/Ipds Week Activities In Ebonyi State Held On 29th November - 3rd December 2010, by Onimawo I A.

107. Report of Immunization Plus Days/maternal, Newborn & Child Health Week (IPDS/MNCHW) – with High Impact Interventions (Immunization, vit. A supplementation, de-worming, ANC etc.) for children (0 – 59 months) & Pregnant Women in Benue state. held on 25th June – 1st July, 2011 by Prof. Ignatius Onimawo and Mr. Ephraim O. Ezekiel

108. Report of the Household Consumption of Vitamin A Fortified Foods In Elected States in Nigeria by Professor Ignatius Akhakhia Onimawo On Behalf Of Nigerian Gain Project.

109. Infant And Young Child Nutrition Program Country Road Map In Nigeria On Behalf Of Gain, Ignatius Akhakhia Onimawo.

110. Report of Maternal Newborn and Child Health Week held in Kazaure LGA, Jigawa State, June 2010 by Onimawo I A

111. Onimawo I A and Staff of Academic Planning Unit, 2012: Production of Draft Copy of Ambrose Alli University Academic Brief (First Since the inception of the University)

112. Onimawo I A and Staff of Academic Planning Unit. Report of the University System Annual Review Meeting (USARM) Sept. 2011.

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113. Onimawo I A and Staff of Academic Planning Unit. Report of the University System Annual Review Meeting (USARM) Sept. 2012.

114. Ashley JM, Onimawo IA and Busccheart H . Report of the European (EUD/Nigeria) Union/ETI Study of malnutrition situation in Northern Nigeria 2014

115. Onimawo I.A. Report Of The Policy Analysis On The Adoption And Implementation Of The 2014-2019 National Strategic Plan Of Action For Nutrition (NSPAN) And Budget Analysis Of Nutrition Programmes And The Plan At The National And Three Focal States (Kaduna, Nasarawa And Niger), on behalf of HERFON/CS-SUNN, 2016.

116. Onimawo I A. Report of FADAMA III Nutrition Education Training Modules for Agricultural Extension Agents, Federal Ministry of Agriculture 2016.

iii. NUTRITION RESEARCH SURVEYS CONDUCTED

1. Determination of the Prevalence of Iodine Deficiency in Idah Local Government Area of Kogi State, Nigeria.

2. Nutritional Status Survey of Elders in Edo Central; and Edo North Senatorial Districts of Nigeria

3. Nutritional Status Survey of School Age Children in Rural Communities of Idah, Kogi State, Nigeria.

4. Nutritional Status Survey of School Age Children in Urban and Peri-urban Centres of Umuahia, Abia State, Nigeria.

5. A longitudinal Study of the Nutritional Status of Students in a Nigerian College of Agriculture, Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria.

6. Assessment of Anemia in Children aged 12-24 months in Rural Communities of Abia State, Nigeria.

7. Assessment of the Prevalence of Anemia in School Age Children (7-12 years old) in Rural Communities in Abia State, Nigeria.

8. Assessment of the Success of Vitamin A Supplementation during the March 2006 NIDs in Anambra State, Nigeria.

9. Household Food Survey of Fortified Foods in Nigeria.

10. Nutrition Education and Communication Status in Nigeria in Universities, Ministries and Local Government Councils.

iv. CURRENT AREAS OF RESEARCH

1. Studies on Prevalence of Malnutrition and Anemia in Rural Areas (Public Health Nutrition)

2. Human Energy Metabolism

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3. Nutrition and Non-communicable Diseases (metabolic syndrome)

4. Improving the Nutritional Quality of Plant Foods to Increase their Utilization and Production.

5. Addressing Malnutrition through the Food Based Approach.

6. Food Product Development Especially Complementary Foods and their Evaluation for Nutrient Composition, Sensory Properties, Microbial Composition and Nutritional Quality.

7. Analysis of Foods and Diets for Nutrients, Anti - Nutrients, Phytochemicals, Rheological and Sensory Properties.

8. Biological Studies using Rats and Humans to Determine Bioavailability of Nutrients and Nutritional Quality of Foods.

9. Studies on the Nutritional Qualities of Walnut—on going

10. Studies on the Biological Evaluation of the Effects of Processing on β-Carotene and Cyanide Contents of Yellow Fleshed Cassava—on going

11. Studies of Glycemic Indices of Cassava Products—on going

6. CONFERENCES AND SEMINARS/SYMPOSIA ATTENDED AND WHERE PAPERS WERE PRESENTED

i. INTERNATIONAL

1. Onimawo I A Guest speaker, Fortis Global Conference in Cardiac Sciences, held in Chandigarh India, Nov 25-27, 2011

2. Onimawo 1.A. and Nkwonye T C (2006). Energy Expenditure and Nutritional Status of the Elderly in a Community in Rivers state Nigeria.18th International Congress of Nutrition, Durban South Africa. Book of Abstract p 374.

3. Onimawo I A, Ukegbu P O, and Nzimora J O. (2007). Determination of Iron Status, Nutrient Composition, Body Composition and Energy Expenditure of Female Undergraduates in a Nigerian University. 1st FANUS Conference, Quarzazate, Morocco, Book of Abstract p49.

4. Onimawo I A and Iroabuchi C S (2007). Energy Expenditure and Iron Status of Teenage Girls in Rural and Urban Local Government Area of Abia State, Nigeria. 1st FANUS Conference, Quarzazate, Morocco, Book of Abstract p92.

5. Onimawo I A and Okudu H (2008). Assessment of Anemia and Iron Status of Children Age 12-24 Months in Rural Communities in Abia State Nigeria. Sub-Saharan Africa Regional Workshop on Food Education, Security and Social Perspectives, Oct 6-8 2008, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

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6. Onimawo I A. (2010). Mainstreaming Nutrition in National Policies and Programs. 2nd Sub-Saharan Africa Regional Workshop on Food Education, Security and Social Perspectives, Oct 2010. Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

7. Onimawo I. A. ANEC IV Conference held in Nairobi, Kenya, 2010

8. Onimawo I A. Traditional Food System in Ensuring Food and Nutrition Security in Nigeria. International Scientific Symposium on “Biodiversity and Sustainable Diets: United Against Hunger” FAO Headquarters Rome, 2010.

9. Onimawo I A. Nutrition Education and Communication in Nigeria- A Report of the FAO Study in Nigeria. 2nd International Conference of Federation of African Nutrition Societies, Abuja Sept 2011.

10. Onimawo I A Status of Micronutrient Deficiency in Nigeria: Implications for Food and Nutrition Security. International Institute for Tropical Agriculture, Ibadan, 2010

11. Onimawo I A and Nzeagwu O. Contributions of Street Foods to the Socio-economic Status of Vendors and Nutrient Intake of the Consumers. International Conference on Food and Nutrition Technology for Public Healthcare, Organized by IISMAAS May 4-5, 2012, JNU, New Delhi India.

12. Onimawo I A, Essi-Cole Craft, Joyce Kinabo and M Myepem. Nutrition Education in Africa: Challenges and Way Forward. ANECV and African Nutrition Society Congress Bloemfontein, South Africa, Sept 2012.

13. Onimawo I A. State of Nutrition Education in Nigeria: Comments on the Pilot Study in Nigeria. African Nutrition Society and Nutrition Society/Dietetic Association of South Africa Joint Conference, Bloemfontein, South Africa, October, 2012.

14. Onimawo I A. Guest Speaker, Fortis Global Conference in Cardiac Sciences, Chandigarh, India, 2011

15. Onimawo I A. Processing of Mung Bean and its Effects and Possible use as Food Security Plant Protein Food. Afro-Foods Sub-regional Meeting and workshop, Abuja, 8th -11th September, 2011

16. Onimawo I A. Key note Speaker, IISAAS International Conference on Food and Nutrition Technology for Public Healthcare, New Dehli, India, 2012.

17. Onimawo I A. International Symposium on Balancing Food and Nutrition Organized by WISHH (World Initiative for Soy in Human Nutrition), Alltech and USDA, Lagos.

18. Onimawo I A. 1st West African Association of Food Science and Technology (WAAFoST), Abuja 2010

19. Onimawo I A. Vitamin A Supplementation Program in Nigeria-Challenges and Prospects-2nd International Conference and Exhibition on Nutritional

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Science and Therapy, Organized by OMICS Group, held in Philadelphia, USA July15th -17th 2013.

20. Onimawo I A. And Onuorah U. Assessment Of Energy Expenditure and Iron Status Of Pregnant Women In Urban And Rural Communities In Nigeria- IUNS 20th International Congress of Nutrition, Granada, Spain, 15-20th Sept 2013.

21. Onimawo I A. Maternal newborn and child health weeks in Nigeria: Challenges and prospects. 2nd BIT International Congress of Nutrition, Taiyuan, China, 22nd -26th Oct. 2014

22 Onimawo I A Nigerian experience of piloting ENACT, with a focus on tutorials. 3rd FANUS conference on nutrition, Arusha International Conference Centre (AICC) Arusha City, Tanzania , 25th – 29th May 2015.

23 Onimawo I A and Ejiofor P A 2015. Assessment of Body Mass Index (BMI) and Body Composition of Students in a Nigerian University. 3rd FANUS conference on Nutrition, Held at Arusha International Conference Centre, Arusha City, Tanzania, 25th -29th May 2015

24 Onimawo IA. Nutrition and Non-communicable diseases (NCDs). A paper presented at the 3rd FANUS International Congress of nutrition, Theme: Nutrition in Africa at cross roads, held in Arusha Tanzania, 25th – 29th May 2015.

ii. NATIONAL CONFERENCES SEMINARS/SYMPOSIA AND SPECIAL MEETINGS ATTENDED AND WHERE PAPERS WERE PRESENTED

1. Onimawo I.A. Biochemistry of Starvation Seminar papers to Department of Human Nutrition, University of Ibadan, 1985

2. Onimawo I.A. Multi-disciplinary Approach to Food and Nutrition Policy Formulation 17th Annual Conference of Nigeria Institute of Food Science and Technology, 1994 NIFST book of Abstracts p. 41.

3. Onimawo, I.A. Proximate Analysis of Fish Processed by Modified Traditional Methods 18th Annual Conference of Nigeria Institute of Food Science and Technology, 1995 NIFST Book of Abstracts. P. 41.

4. Onimawo I.A. Modified Methods of Processing and Implication for National Development 19th Annual Conference of Nigeria Institute of Food Science and Technology 1995 NIFST Book of Abstracts, p12

5. Onimawo, I.A., & Cole A.H. Individual Variability in Protein and Energy Intake 19th Annual Conference of Nigeria Institute of Food Science and Technology, 1995, NIFST Book of Abstracts p. 54.

6. Onimawo, I.A. & Cole, A.H. Chemical Analysis of Foods Consumed by Young Nigerian Adults at Different Seasons 27th Annual Conference of Nutrition Society of Nigeria, 1995. NSN Book of Abstract, p. 35.

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7. Onimawo, I.A. & Ibrahim S. Anthropometric Assessment of the Nutritional Status of School Age Children in Idah. 31st Annual Conference of Nutrition Society of Nigeria, 1995. NSN Book of Abstract, p 35.

8. Onimawo, I.A. &Mekueye C.: Proximate Composition and Sensory Evaluation of Fortified Bambara Groundnut Cake. 20th Annual Conference of Nigeria Institute of Food Science and Technology, 1996 NIFST Book of Abstract p. 54.

9. Onimawo I.A. Rapid Method for the Determination of Optimum Body Weight. 1st Science and Technology Forum, Federal Polytechnic Idah, 1996.

10. Onimawo, I.A. Metabolic Adaptation of Low Energy Intake. Matters Arising from Health Care Planners 4th National Annual Conference on the Application of Science on National Development, Federal Polytechnic Mubi, June 1999.

11. Onimawo 1.A. Vision and Mission of Technological Education in Nigeria: The way Forward, 1st Conference of National Commission for Colleges of Education. 1996.

12. Onimawo I. A. Aetiology and Dietary Management of some Non-Communicable Diseases in Nigeria. The 35th Annual Conference of The Nigerian Dietetic Association, held at the University of Benin Teaching Hospital, 2006

13. Onimawo, I.A. Eradication of Iodine Deficiency Disorders. An Indicator for Self-reliance in Healthy Living. 21st Annual Conference of Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology, October 1997, NIFST Book of Abstract p. 49.

14. Onimawo I.A. & Elechi D: Nutrient Content and Anti-nutritional Factor in Cassava Products 21st Annual Conference of Chemical Society of Nigeria Ibadan, 1998.

15. Presidential Stakeholders Forum on Child Nutrition in Nigeria, Special Meeting with President Chief Olusegun Obasanjo State House Abuja, 2007.

16. Onimawo I A. Mainstreaming Nutrition into Development Policies and Programs to meet MDGs. National Conference on Public Health and the Challenges of Achieving the MDGs- Science, Policy and Programs, University of Ibadan, 2008.

17. 37th Annual Conference of The Nigerian Dietetic Association on Nutrition, Dietetics in the Management of HIV/AIDS and other Communicable Diseases, a Strategy Towards Attainment of MDGs, Lahos State University Teaching Hospital, Ikeja, 2008.

18. Onimawo I A. Traditional Food System in Nigeria. National Conference of the Nutrition Society of Nigeria, Sept. 2010 Kaduna

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19. Onimawo I A Nutrition Agenda for Nigeria. Food Basket Foundation International Conference on Repositioning Nutrition for National Development in Nigeria, 2010

20. A-3 Day Meeting to Develop a Community Infant and Young Child Feeding Counseling Package (IYCN), 1st -3rd December, 2010, Abuja.

21. One-day Key Stakeholders Meeting on the Outcome of Operation Research on Inclusion of Zinc in the Household Management of Childhood Diarrhoea in Nigeria, Kaduna, 2008.

22. Radio Nigeria/UNICEF Sensitization Meeting on Vitamin A Supplementation Held at Awka, 2008

23. Spectra Soy Summit 2010: Promoting Commercial Processing and Utilization of Soy in the Food Industries in Nigeria, Lagos, April, 2010

24. Special Guest at Soy Summit 2010, organized by Spectra with the Theme: Promoting Commercial Processing and Utilization of Soy in the Food Industries in Nigeria, Lagos, April 2010

25. Nutrition Seminar tagged The Importance of DHA (Omega-3 Fatty Acid) and AA (Omega-6 fatty Acid) in Brain Development. Organized by Olu-Akinkugbe Wamco Nutrition Centre, Lagos January 2010

26. Technical Committee Meeting for the Review of Nigerian Industrial Standard for Wheat Flour, Maize Flour, Semolina and Fortificants Premix, Organized by Standards Organization of Nigeria, June 2010

27. Food Basket Foundation International Conference on Repositioning Nutrition for National Development in Nigeria: Alternative Scenerios and Pathways, March 10-11, 2011.

28. A 4-Day Adaptation Workshop on Community Management of Acute Malnutrition (CMAM) Training (Clinicians and Volunteers) Manuals, M&E Tools, and IYCF training Manual and Counseling Package

29. Stakeholders Meeting on how to Scale up with LO-ORS and Zinc for the Treatment of Diarrhoea in Nigeria Organized by NAFDAC in Collaboration with UNICEF, Ikeja Lagos, March 2011

30. Onimawo I A. Micronutrient Deficiencies and Nutrition Security in Nigeria. 42nd Annual Conference and Scientific Meeting of the Nutrition Society of Nigeria, 19th-21st September 2012, Asaba, Nigeria.

31. Onimawo I A. Good will Message to the 3rd Annual Conference of Dietitians Association of Nigeria, Held in Owerri, 17th -22nd October 2011

32. Workshop/Meeting of the National Fortification Alliance held in Lagos, September 2011

33. CODAPNU Annual Conference and General Meeting held at National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), 26th October 2011.

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34. A 4-Day Adaptation Meeting on Community Management of Acute Malnutrition(CMAM) Training (Clinicians and Volunteers) Manuals, M&E Tools, and IYCF Training Manuals and IYCF Counseling Package, October 2011

35. Special Guest at the Bio-Organics Customer Forum on Vitamins and Minerals Applications to Processed Foods and Beverages, and for Flour, Sugar and Vegetable Oils Ikeja- Lagos, December, 2011

36. Onimawo I A. KOP. Friesland Campina: Nutrition Seminar- Helping Infants Achieve their Full Growth Potentials: the Role of Nutrition, 11th Sept 2012.

37. Onimawo I A, Moderator: Nestle Regional Creating Shared Values Workshop on the Role of Business in Food Security and Nutrition, 17th -18th Sept 2012

38. Onimawo I A. Goodwill Message on Scaling up Nutrition in Nigeria, National Summit on Nutrition Organized by Federal Ministry of Health, Abuja 20th -22nd Feb. 2012

39. Onimawo I A: Special Guest of honour and Good Will Message at the Scientific Conference of Edo-North Chapter of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Feb. 2012

40. Onimawo I A. Criteria for Endorsement of Cadbury Bournvita -Cadbury Bournvita Enlightenment Campaign Owerri, 5th June 2013.

41. Onimawo I A and Ejiofor P. Body Mass Index and Body Composition of Students in a Nigerian University- 43rd Annual General Meeting and Scientific Conference of the Nutrition Society of Nigeria, held in Calabar, 3rd – 7th Sept. 2013.

42. Onimawo I A and Ekezie A M. Nutritional Status of Pre-school Children (2-5yr), in Oru-West LGA, Imo State- 43rd Annual General Meeting and Scientific Conference of the Nutrition Society of Nigeria, held in Calabar, 3rd – 7th Sept. 2013.

43. Onimawo I A. Nutrition, Alpha-lactalbumin in growth and cognitive development. 45Th National conference and Scientific meeting of Nutrition Society of Nigeria, 16th- 19th September, Lagos 2015.

44. Onimawo I A. Highlights of the National Food and Nutrition Policy- Challenges and Prospects. 45Th National conference and Scientific meeting of Nutrition Society of Nigeria, 16th- 19th September, Lagos 2015.

45. Onimawo I A. Highlights of State Committee of Food and Nutrition. 45Th National conference and Scientific meeting of Nutrition Society of Nigeria, 16th- 19th September, Lagos 2015.

iii WORKSHOPS ATTENDED:

1. Workshop on the Development of National Plan of Action of Food and Nutrition in Nigeria: Kaduna 2003.

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2. Workshop on improving Nutrition through Home Gardening in Nigeria: Training of Trainers Workshop Organized by Food Basket Foundation International, May 30th June 5th 2004, Ibadan.

3. Workshop on the Development of Research Proposals Organized by Nestle Nutrition Institute of South Africa

4. Leadership Training Workshop Organized by Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) held in Jos 2005

5. Workshop on Enteral Feeding in Normal and HIV Patients Organized by Nigerian Dietetic Association held in Lagos August 2008.

6. Sub-Saharan Africa Regional Workshop on Food Education, Security and Social Perspectives, Oct 6-8 2008, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

7. Workshop on the Adaptation of the New WHO Child Growth Standards, 29th -30th June 2009, Crest Top Hill Hotel, Jos--Federal Ministry of Health.

8. Workshop on Human Capacity Building in Laboratory Techniques and Instrumentation organized by Centre for Research and Development (CERAD) Federal University of Technology Akure, January 27th -29th 2009

9. Workshop on the Management of Severe Acute Malnutrition by Nutrition Society of Nigeria, Kaduna 2010.

10. Workshop on Research Ethics by Nigerian Institute for Medical Research, Yaba.

11. Capacity Building Workshop for Librarians and Directors of Academic Planning in TETFund Benefiting Institutions, 13th -14th October 2011 Akure.

12. African-Regional Workshop on the Right to Adequate Food and Nutrition: Implications for Food Science and Nutrition Education, Public Policy Food Fortification and Distribution Activities in Africa. 7-9th October, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

13. FAO-ENACT Workshop on the Development of Nutrition Education Curriculum for African Universities, 16th-21st July 2010, Accra Ghana.

14. The Nigerian Academy Of Science Workshop on Linking Agriculture and Nutrition for Improved Nutrition of Women and Children in Nigeria, 30th Nov-1st December, Abuja, 2010.

15. National Workshop of the Nutrition Society of Nigeria held in Lagos on: Food Processing and the Emergence of Non-communicable Diseases, June 2010.

16. A-Four Day Training Workshop Organized by National Universities Commission in Collaboration with Committee of Directors of Academic Planning in Nigerian Universities (CODAPNU), Abuja 2011.

17. Afrofoods Sub-Regional Coordinators Workshop on Food Composition, Dietary Diversity and Food Security in Africa, 8th -12th Sept. 2011

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18. Maternal, Newborn and Child Health Week Orientation Training for Resource Persons and External Monitors, Ibadan,1st -2nd November 2011

19. West Africa Regional CAADP Nutrition Program Development Workshop, Dakar, Senegal, 9-12 November, 2011

20. A 2-day Workshop/meeting to Strengthen the State Committee on Food and Nutrition in Anambra State, Awka 7th -8th March 2012

21. A-3 day Mentorship Training on Establishment of Health Research Ethics Committees and Capacity Building of Human Resources and Infrastructures in Nigeria, by NIMR and European and Developing Countries Clinical Trials Partnerships (EDTCP), 14th -16th August 2012.

22. Pre-Conference Workshop of the Nutrition Society of Nigeria on Advanced Techniques in Assessing Nutritional Status, 19th September, 2012.

23. Workshop on the Inclusion of Climate Change Concepts in the Non-formal Education Curricular of Integrated Quranic Education Program in Nigeria, 12th -15th Sept. 2012.

24. Workshop on the Development of a National Nutrition Guideline for the Prevention, Control and Management of Non-communicable Diseases, held in Lagos 28th -30th November, 2012

25. National Quiz Competition and Parliament Planning Meeting and Questions Development Workshop 23rd – 28th 2012 October Lagos

26. FAO Education for Effective Nutrition in Action Pre-Pilot Workshop on the New Nutrition Education Curriculum Module, April 2013, Kampala, Uganda

27. NUC Online Portal Training Workshop for Directors of Academic Planning and ICT in Nigerian Universities, University of Benin, March 2013.

28. FMOH and UNICEF Workshop on the Development of the Health Sector Nutrition Plan of Action, Calabar, October 2013

29. Finalization Workshop on Review of the National Food and Nutrition Policy, Kaduna, September 2013

30. Training of trainers Workshop on the FAO-ENACT nutrition education curriculum held in Accra, Ghana, 1st -6th June 2015.

31. Writing of Research Grant proposals, organized by the Nutrition Society of Nigeria, held in Lagos, 16th September, 2015

iv. PUBLIC LECTURES:

1. The Youth as Potent Force in Nation Building, Lecture Delivered at the Federal Polytechnic Idah Student’s Union Week, 1996.

2. The Role of Science and Technology in National Development: Matriculation Lecture given at Federal Polytechnic Idah, 1996.

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3. Guest Speaker-Nutrition and Cancer: Lecture Delivered at the 1st Annual Conference of Association of Resident Doctors held at Patoria Hotel Umuahia 2002

4. Academic Leadership in Nigeria University System: The Role of ASUU: A Lecture Delivered to ASUU Congress at Michael Okpara University of Agriculture – Umudike 2004.

5. Review of Existing Nutrition Policies and Legislations in Nigeria: Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats. An Africare/ENHANSE/USAID Workshop on Nutrition of the Under-fives Bauchi, Nigeria 2007.

6. National Nutrition Policy and Plan of Action on Food and Nutrition- A Training Workshop for Benue State Committee on Food and Nutrition, Dec, 2011

7. Nutrition Policy and State of nutrition in Nigeria- A Training Workshop for Abia State Committee on Food and Nutrition, in Collaboration with UNICEF Jan, 2012.

8. Malnutrition and Proven Interventions in Nigeria- A Training workshop for Abia State Committee on Food and Nutrition, in Collaboration with UNICEF Jan, 2012.

9. Framework of Causes of Malnutrition- A Training Workshop for Imo State Committee on Food and Nutrition, Feb, 2012

10. Quest Speaker-Quality Education for National Transformation: A Collective Responsibility- A Lecture Delivered at the Official Opening of Redeemers Group of Schools Ankpa, Kogi State

11. Guest Speaker-Official Launching of Yellow Fleshed (vitamin A) Cassava Titled: Micronutrient Deficiency: Implications for Food and Nutrition Security and the MDGS. National Root Crops Research Institute, Umudike, Nigeria 2011

12. Invited Speaker-International Symposium on the “Biodiversity and Sustainable Diets: United Against Hunger”, FAO Headquarters Rome.

13. Malnutrition and Proven Cases. Zonal Meeting on Strengthening State Committee on Food and Nutrition for Ogun, Delta, Edo, Ondo and Ekiti States in Collaboration with UNICEF, Akure, Ondo State.

14. Guest Speaker on Looking unto Jesus- Auchi Diocesan Charismatic Conference held at Jattu 4th -6th March 2011.

15. Nutrition Situation of the Nigerian Child: Any Hope?, Owerri, 2011

16. Guest Spaeker/Trainer: Highlights on the National Plan of Action Food and Nutrition at A 2-day Workshop/meeting to Strengthen the State Committee on Food and Nutrition in Anambra State, Awka 7th -8th March 2012

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17. Guest Spaeker/Trainer: Highlights on the National Food and Nutrition Policy at a 2-day Workshop/meeting to Strengthen the State Committee on Food and Nutrition in Anambra State, Awka 7th -8th March 2012

18. Guest Speaker on Goodness of Milk. Public Lecture on World Milk Day Organized by WAMCO-CAMPINA Food and Dairy Industries. Lagos, Nigeria, 2012

19. Guest Speaker on the Topic Micronutrients: Deficiency, Significance and Sources. Public Lecture Delivered at the Official Launching of “Energen” –a Cereal Based Food Products by Inbisco, Lagos, 15th December 2012.

20. Guest Speaker on the Topic Nutrition and health Challenges Delivered at the 2nd Erue Festival held on 27th December 2012.

21. Keynote Speaker on Significance of Water and Family Nutrition Organized by Makers of Trebet Water Delivered in Warri, May 2013.

7. EXTERNAL EXAMINATIONS:

I have served as External Examiner to the following Universities:

1. Avinashilingam Deemed University for Women, Coimbatore - 641 043, India.

2. University of Nigeria Nsukka

3. Imo State University Owerri

4. University of Benin, Benin-City

5. Delta State University Abraka

6. University of Ibadan, Ibadan

7. Federal University of Technology, Akure.

8. Federal Polytechnic Nekede Imo State

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8. JOURNAL ARTICLES REVIEW ACTIVITIES

I have served as a Reviewer/Assessor of several academic articles for the following Journals:

1. Nigerian Journal of Nutritional Sciences

2. Nigerian Dietetic Journal

3. Journal of Management and Technology

4. Nigerian Annals of Natural Sciences

5. Nigerian Journal of Technical Education

6. Nigerian Food Journal

7. African Journal for Agriculture, Nutrition and Development based in Kenya

8. National Association of Women in Academics Journal

9. Journal of Scientific Research and Reports, London

10. Journal of Biological and Food Science Research

9. COMPUTER LITERACY

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Power Point, Microsoft Excel and Internet Browsing

10. AWARDS, HONOURS AND RECOGNITIONS

1. Fellow, Nutrition Society of Nigeria (FNSN)

2. Fellow of the Strategic Institute for Natural Resources & Human Development (FRHD)

3. Award of Excellence by the Nutrition Society of Nigeria, 2009

4. Who is who in Sciences, 2000

5. Award from National Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics for Enviable Contribution to the progress of the Union.

6. Award of excellence in service by Academic Staff Union of Universities(ASUU)

7. Award by World University Service for dedication to service as well as contribution to the welfare of humanity and university community.

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8. Certificate of Honour from Heart of Jesus Prayer Group, Catholic Charismatic Renewal of Nigeria, Ekpoma.

9. Letter of Honour by American Association for the Advancement of Sciences.

10. Prestigious Professional Excellence International Award, 2008 by Institute of Global Research Management, Abuja

11. Award of Academic Excellence by Rotary Club International, Umudike, 2008.

12. Letter of commendation for Honesty by Vice Chancellor, Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma 2000

13. Award of Honour for Academic Contribution by National Fellowship of Christian Medical Laboratory Students

14. Pillar of Nation Building Award by Strategic Institute for Natural Resources and Human Development.

15. Leading Scientists of the World, 2011by IBC (International Biographical Centre Cambridge)

16. Award of Distinguished Academic by National association of Doctors in the University system (NADUS), 2012.

17. Distinguished Leadership in National Development Gold Award, 2010 by Corporate and Media Africa Communications.

18. Scholarship Award by Harvard School of Public health, Office of Human Research Administration, to Attend Training on Ethical Issues in Global Health Research Boston, MA-USA 2012

20. Great African Patriotic Achievers Merit Award by African Update

21. Diamond Merit Award for Patriotic Africans in the Higher Education Category by TrailBlazers Magazine, Ikeja Lagos

22. World Peace Ambassador Award (Amb.P) by the United Nations-Polac peace programme Nigeria

23. Best inductee in the induction examination of Knight of St. John International with a score of 92%.

24. Nominee for the The World Medal of Freedom by the American Biographical Institute.

25. Nominee for the Nigerian Hall of Fame Award by Legend Media Network

26. Nominee for Great Minds of the 21st Century Award by American Biographical Institute Inc.

27. Award of excellence and integrity by Uzairue Consultative Forum, Dec. 2014

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1. Coordinator: Catholic Charismatic Renewal of Nigeria, St. Boniface Cathedral, Idah, Kogi State 1994 - 1996.

2. Chairman: Idah Diocese of the Catholic Charismatic Renewal of Nigeria, 1996 -1999.

3. Vice-Chairman: Catholic Laity Council of St. Thomas more Catholic Chaplaincy, Federal Polytechnic Idah.

4. Leader: Intercessory Ministry of the Catholic Charismatic Renewal Heart of Jesus Prayer Group, Mary the Queen Catholic Church, Ekpoma

5. Judge: Nestle Quiz Competition in Schools of Nursing and Mid-wifery

6. Chairman: Entertainment Sub-Committee of the Afemai Committee on the Reception of The Comrade Governor, Adams Aliyu Oshiomhole, 2013.

7. Vice-Chairman: Edo Progressive Union, Idah Branch, Kogi State

8. Squad Leader: Reconciliation Squad of Knight of St. John International

9. Member: Monitoring Team of the National Program of the Biannual Maternal, Newborn and Child Health week to Ondo State

10. Member: Monitoring Team of the National Program of the Biannual Maternal, Newborn and Child Health week to Lagos State

11. Member: Monitoring Team of the National Program of the Biannual Maternal, Newborn and Child Health Week to Anambra State

12. Member: Monitoring Team of the National Program of the Biannual Maternal, Newborn and Child Health Week to Imo State

13. Member: Monitoring Team of the National Program of the Biannual Maternal, Newborn and Child Health Week to Enugu State

14. Member: Monitoring Team of the National Program of the Biannual Maternal, Newborn and Child Health Week to Jigawa State

15. Member: Monitoring Team of the National Program of the Biannual Maternal, Newborn and Child Health week to Adamawa State

16. Member: Monitoring Team of the National Program of the Biannual Maternal, Newborn and Child Health week to Delta State

17. Member: Monitoring Team of the National Program of the Biannual Maternal, Newborn and Child Health Week to Benue State

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18. Chairman: Annual Erue Festival held in Uzairue, Estsako-West LGA for 3 consecutive years.

19. Patron, Catholic Youth Organisation, Uromi Catholic Diocese.

20. Patron, Lay Readers Association, Uromi Catholic Diocese.

21. Patron, Infant Jesus Society, Mary the Queen Catholic Church.

22. Member, Community on the Family, St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church, Ekpoma.

23. Patron, Catholic Nurses Guild of Nigeria, Catholic Diocese of Uromi

24. Member, Sensitization Committee on the Second Tenure of Comrade Adams Aliyu Oshiomhole organized by Uzairue Consultative Forum

13. CONSULTANCIES

i. INTERNATIONAL

1. Development of Roadmap to Infant and Young Child Nutrition in Nigeria on behalf of GAIN (Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition), Geneva.

2. Review of Micronutrients deficiencies in Nigeria with reference to vitamin A, Zinc, Selenium and Iron. GAIN/NFA (Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition/National Fortification Alliance).

3. Health Care Category Speaker/Consultant on the biochemistry and goodness of milk on behalf of PFIZER.

4. FAO: Review of Country Nutrition Paper for Nigeria in preparation for the 2nd International Nutrition Congress (ICN) 2013.

5. Helen Keller International: Monitoring of Vitamin A supplementation Programme

6. European Union/ETI: Study on the malnutrition and health situation in Norther Nigeria, 2014

ii. NATIONAL CONSULTANCIES

1. Review of existing Nutrition policies and legislations in Nigeria: strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats: On behalf of AFRICARE /ENHANSE/ USAID.

2. Training on the Food and Nutrition policy in Nigeria as part of resuscitation of State Committees on Food and Nutrition On behalf of Abia, Imo, Anambra, Ebonyi States

3. Review and production of consolidated vitamin A supplementation Report: On behalf of National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA/UNICEF)

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4. Advocacy for Child Health week on behalf of UNICEF A-field office.

14. GRANTS

1. Nestle Foundation International Grant; To study the problems of Anaemia in School Age Children in Abia State, 2007.

2. GAIN (Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition): Nigeria Nutrition Landscape Study, 2009.

3. FAO- NEAC: Country case studies on the need for professional training/education in nutrition education and communication 2011.

4. GAIN/NFA (Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition)/ National Fortification Alliance): Desk Review of the Prevalence and Severity of Folic Acid, Zinc and Selenium Deficiency among under fives, Pregnant and Lactating Women in Nigeria.

5. FAO- ENAC: Pilot project for nutrition education in Nigeria, 2013

15. ASSESSOR FOR PROFESSORIAL POSITIONS:

i. IN NIGERIAN UNIVERSITITIES

I have served as Assessor for professorial positions for the following universities

1. Imo State University Owerri

2. University of Agriculture, Abeokuta

3. University of Nigeria Nsukka

4. Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-If

5. Delta State University, Abraka

6. Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria

ii. INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITIES

I have served as Assessor for professorial positions for the following International universities:

1. University of Ghana, Legon, Accra

2. Sokoine University of Agriculture, Marogoro Tanzania

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16. MEMBERSHIPS OF INTERNATIONAL BOARDS/BODIES

1. Member International Organizing Committee, Food Science and Nutrition- Africa Regional Workshop, Africa South of Sahara.

2. Member Federation of African Nutrition Societies Council

3. Member Steering Committee on the Formation of the Association of African Food Science and Nutrition International

4. Member Editorial Board of Journal of Food Chemistry and Nutrition (An International Journal)

5. Secretary General, Council of the Federation of African Nutrition Societies (FANUS)

6. Member International Institute of Development Studies (IDS)-Lancet Nutrition Series 2013 Discussion Group

7. Member, International Union of Nutritional Sciences (IUNS) Nominating Committee, 2013

8. Member, Board of Trustee The International Nutrition e-Learning Hub, UK

9. Member Board of Advisors, American Biographical Institute Inc. (AB1)

10. Member, International Steering Committee on the organization of the International Institute of Stress Management and Allied Sciences (IISMAAS), International Conference on Food and Nutrition Technology for Public Health care, Jawaharial Nehru University, New Delhi, India, 2012.

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17. MEMBERSHIP OF PROFESSIONAL BODIES

i) Member and Fellow, Nutrition Society of Nigeria (MNSN, FNSN)

ii) Member, Nutrition Society of UK (MNS-UK)

iii) Member, American Nutrition Society (MANS)

iv) Member, Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology(MNIFST)

v) Associate Member, Foundation for African Development through International Biotechnology.

vi) Member, American Association for the Advancement of Science (MAAAS)

vii) Associate Member, Nigerian Institute of Science Technologists (ANIST)

viii) Member African Nutrition Society (MANS)

ix) Member, Federation of African Nutrition Societies (MFANUS)

18. NATIONAL PRESS STATEMENTS AND INTERVIEWS

Some of the press statements I made to National Newspapers, Magazines and TV stations on National Health and Nutrition Issues

1. Onimawo IA. Why Nigerians are developing diabetes, hypertension, stroke. Published by The Guardian Newspaper Tuesday November 5, 2013

2. Onimawo IA. Cassava Flour for Healthy Consumption: Transforming Agriculture, Published by Nigeria Agriculture Digest of the Federal Ministry of Agriculture p11, April-June 2012

19. SPECIAL CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE UNIVERSITY

1. I attracted An ENLINK NUTRITION LIBRARY TRUNK from Nestle Foundation International Switzerland to Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike.

2. Donated books on “Present Knowledge in Nutrition” to the Library of Michael Okpara University of Agriculture as part of the capacity building my the Nestle grant I received.

3. I attracted FAO pilot study to Michael Okpara University of Agriculture and in the process, installed inverter in the College and five lap top computers.

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20. SPORTS LAURELS WON

1. First position in Hockey Team Sport organized by Ughelli LGA Sports Festival 1977

2. First Position in Hockey Team Sport organized by Bendel State Zone E, 7th Sports Festival 1977

3. Second Position in Volley ball team Sport at the Owan divisional Sports Festival, 1975

4. Third Position in 400 hundred metres Senior boys event at the 7th Annual Inter-house Sports, Emai Grammar School, Afuze 1975

5. Third Position in Hop-Step and Jump (Triple jump) Senior boys event by Owan Divisional Education Board Athletics Competition, 1975

6. Third Position (Bronze) in Ludo Game competition by the National Board for Technical Education and Nigerian Polytechnics Senior Staff Games Association (NBTE/NIPOSSGA), 1993 Edition

7. Captain of the Federal Polytechnic Senior Staff Football Club 1993-1999

21. EXTRA – CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: 1. Sports particularly Football 2. Gardening

3. Reading

4. Travelling

22. REFEREES:

1. Prof. OPG Nnorsi. Former Dean Faculty of Natural Sciences Ambrose Alli University Ekpoma 2. Prof. O George Biochemistry Department Delta State University, Abraka 3. Prof. G I Onwuka Former Dean, College Food Science and Storage Technology Michael Okpara, University of Agriculture Umudike

Prof. Ignatius Akhakhia Onimawo Signature_________________ Date_________