PROFESSOR JOSEPH IFEANYICHUKWU IKECHEBELU: Giant Strides of an Academic and Medical Colossus
By Bolaji Israel
Professor Joseph Ifeanyichukwu Ikechebelu stands tall in Nigeria’s medical and academic landscape — an erudite professor of obstetrics and gynaecology, a renowned fertility expert, a pioneering minimal access surgeon, an accomplished administrator, and above all, a man of grace, excellence, and deep faith.
An alumnus of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Professor Ikechebelu earned his Fellowship of the West African College of Surgeons and later undertook specialised training at the Civic Hospital in Ottawa, Canada. Since joining the University of Nigeria, he has risen through the ranks to become a Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology in 2008 — a position from which he has influenced generations of medical practitioners.
With over 200 scholarly publications in reputable national and international journals, Professor Ikechebelu’s research footprint spans fertility medicine and gynaecological endoscopy. He was ranked among Scopus’ top 500 scholars in Nigeria (2020–2023) and listed among the top 10 academics at Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) Awka in 2024 based on citation and publication impact.
A visionary academic leader, he distinguished himself as Dean of the Faculty of Medicine (2012–2014) and Director of Academic Planning (2019–2021) — earning the nickname “Digital Dean” for spearheading groundbreaking digital reforms that transformed medical education and academic processes at the University.
Professor Ikechebelu’s pioneering contributions in clinical practice are equally profound. He introduced Minimal Access Surgery (Laparoscopy) at Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital (NAUTH), Nnewi, in 2006, and initiated Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission of HIV (PMTCT) services in 2003. In 2010, he established the first Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) centre in Anambra State, leading to the birth of the first IVF baby in the state — fondly called “Baby Joseph” — on August 6, 2011.
Through the Life Institute for Endoscopy, which he founded in 2010, Professor Ikechebelu has trained over 400 doctors — including gynaecologists, surgeons, anaesthesiologists, and medical officers — as well as 50 peri-operative nurses in the field of minimal access surgery. He also founded the Always Life Fountain Initiative (ALFI) in 2012, an outreach platform through which he has provided scholarships to students, empowered widows, and supported indigent families.
His professional affiliations cut across prestigious global and regional bodies, including the International College of Surgeons, the World Association of Laparoscopic Surgeons, the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology, and the American Society of Reproductive Medicine. He is also a life member of the Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics of Nigeria (SOGON) and the West African College of Surgeons (WACS), as well as the pioneer president of the Association of Gynaecological Endoscopy Surgeons (AGES) Nigeria.
An accomplished editor and thought leader, Professor Ikechebelu serves as Editor-in-Chief of both the Journal of HIV and Human Reproduction and the Nigerian Journal of Surgical Sciences. Between 2019 and 2023, he chaired the Faculty of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at WACS, where he also served as Chief Examiner for the College’s Primary, Membership, and Fellowship examinations.
In recognition of his excellence, the NUC-NOUN Virtual Institute for Capacity Building in Higher Education certified him in 2021 as an Accreditor for Programme and Institutional Accreditation — a testament to his continued impact on higher education standards in Nigeria.
Behind the accolades lies a man of deep humility — a devoted teacher, mentor, entrepreneur, and philanthropist whose life’s work continues to transform medical education, fertility practice, and human capacity development across Africa.
DETAILED PROFILE
Prof. Joseph Ifeanyichukwu IKECHEBELU. FAMedS, FNAMed
MBBS, B. Endoscopy, MSc, PhD, MD, MNIM, FIPMD, FMAS, FICS, FWACS, PFC(I&ART), PHF, JP.
Ag. Vice- Chancellor UNIZIK from 20th November 2024 – 19th May 2025.
Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration) , Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. Anambra State, Nigeria. 2001 – 2004.
Professor of Obstetrics & Gynaecology , Faculty of Medicine, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. Anambra State, Nigeria.
Honorary Chief Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital Nnewi, Anambra State, Nigeria.
His career Vision Statement is to be the best of the best, effectively combining knowledge and skill in pursuit of excellence.
His career goal is to contribute to the positive growth of university education and the health sector in Nigeria through the development of individual and institutional capacity in education systems management and health service delivery by implementing excellent teaching/training, research and innovation strategies.
CAPABILITY PROFILE
• Experienced in university and health sector administration.
• Many years’ experience with demonstrable achievement in strategic planning, design,
implementation, monitoring and evaluation of Educational Systems and Health Sector Programs.
• Experience in training facilitation and programme development.
• Strong proven managerial, leadership and supervisory skills across a diverse set of
professional/community services.
• Published widely in international and notable national journals in the field of Obstetrics &
Gynaecology (Infertility & Assisted Reproduction, Gynaecological endoscopy, PMTCT etc).
• An Editor, reviewer and editorial board member to several national and international journals.
• Self-motivated professional with proven and excellent entrepreneurial, communication,
organisational and analytical abilities/skills.
• A gifted and committed clinician with excellent outcomes in fertility & endoscopy practice.
• A naturally endowed teacher/mentor par excellence.
• Team leader/player with strong results orientation and committed to the efficient achievement of
set goals.
• Digital proficiency: Very competent with the use of Microsoft Office packages, Mac software,
Web design, Teaching applications and Statistical tools like SSPS, Epi-Info etc.
A. PERSONAL INFORMATION: Name: Prof. Joseph Ifeanyichukwu IKECHEBELU
Sex: Male
Date of birth: September 8, 1965
Place of Birth: Jos, Plateau State
Marital status: Married
Nationality: Nigerian
State of Origin: Anambra
Office address: Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration),
Nnamdi Azikiwe University, P.M.B. 5025 Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria.
B. EDUCATIONAL Qualifications / Schools Attended
1. Doctor of Medicine (MD) 2023 – National Postgraduate Medical College, Lagos
2. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) 2023 – University of Nigeria, Nsukka
3. Masters in Human Reproduction (MSc.) 2019 – University of Nigeria, Nsukka
4. Bachelor in Endoscopy (B. Endoscopy) 2014 – European Society for Human Reproduction & Embryology
5. Fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery (F.MAS) 2006 – World Association of Laparoscopic Surgeons and World Laparoscopy Hospital, New Delhi, India
6. Fellow, International College of Surgeons (FICS) 2001– International College of Surgeons, Chicago
7. Fellow, West African College of Surgeons (FWACS) 1997 – West African College of Surgeons and University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Enugu.
8. Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) 1988 – University of Nigeria, Nsukka
9. West African School Certificate (WASC) 1982 –West African Education Council and National Grammar School, Nike Enugu.
10. First School Leaving Certificate (FSLC) 1977 – Niger Close Primary School, Uwani, Enugu.
C. POSITIONS OF RESPONSIBILITY HELD WITH DATES
i. ADMINISTRATIVE EXPERIENCE (Leadership Positions Held)
1. Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration) (Jan 2021 – date). Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
• Effectively Assists the Vice-Chancellor in the day-to-day running of the University.
• Supervises all the administrative units of the University.
• Coordinating officer for the admission process of the University
• Chairman of the University Ranking Committee. We have worked tirelessly on the webometrics of the university and subscribed to many ranking bodies like Times Higher Education etc with resultant
improvement in the university ranking.
• Also doubling as Chairman of the University ICT Committee, facilitated the development of the first
ICT policy for the University which was passed by the Senate in 2023.
• Focal Person for the Vice-Chancellors Project 200 mandate. I have anchored all the developmental
initiatives, projects and programmes under Project 200 with great success.
• Also doubling as Chairman of the Senate ceremonials committee 2021-2022, organised one of the best convocation ceremonies of the university – the 15th
and 16th combined convocation ceremony of the university in March 2022.
2. Acted for Vice-Chancellor Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (Several times from Jan 2021 – date).
3. Governing Council Member (Jan 2021 – date). Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
4. Council Member (Mar 2019 – date). West African College of Surgeons (WACS).
5. Council Member (Jan 2015 – date). International College of Surgeons, Nigerian National Section
6. Director, Academic Planning (June 2019 – Jan 2021). Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
• Responsible for the Academic curriculum of the entire programmes in the University.
• Initiated the Digitization of the University administrative process through the development of the CIRMS (Central Information Reference Management System). The CIRMS has the database of all staff of the university and is currently used for our digital appraisal system.
• Chairman of the Senate Curriculum Committee
• Handled the accreditation and re-accreditation of the different programmes of the University.
• Handled the appraisals and external assessments of all Academic staff for professorial cadre promotion.
• Coordinated the Admission process of the University.
• Participated actively in the University Central Assessment Committee.
7. Faculty Chairman (Obstetrics & Gynaecology) (Jan. 2019 – Mar 2023) West African College of Surgeons (WACS).
• Chairman of the Faculty Board of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, WACS.
• Chief Examiner at the Faculty professional examinations of WACS, worked very hard to improve the pass rate in all our examinations especially the Membership examination with the OSCE format from below 20% pass rate in 2018 to about 50% pass rate in 2023.
• Chairman of the Court of Examiners of Faculty Board of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, WACS
• Responsible for the accreditation of centres for Residency training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology in the West African Sub-region.
• Responsibly organised the faculty revision and update courses with increased attendance and relevance. Succeeded in Completely transforming the Primary course to a Virtual course on Zoom with the involvement of the whole West African Sub-region.
• Initiated the use of the committee system and created several committees for the effective discharge and administration of the Faculty.
• Initiated the transition of the Faculty from True/False MCQs to the Single Best Answer option and the complete transition from essay papers to the total use of the computer-based test (CBT) as a reliable screening method for crossover to clinical examination.
• Initiated and completed the transition from the traditional clinical examination format to the OSCE (objective structured clinical examination) format for the Gynaecological Membership examination of the Faculty.
• Initiated and completed the development of CHECKLIST for the assessment of our Proposal, Dissertation and Casebooks. Also coordinated the implementation of its use from October 2022.
• Introduce the Open Scoring System and complete the transition of the Faculty from Closed Scoring to an Open Scoring System
• Introduced and completed the development of the Post-Fellowship Training in the Faculty for subspeciality skills in three fields – Infertility and Assisted Reproductive Technology, Gynaecological Endoscopy and Urogynaecology.
8. Director, Consultancy Services (Oct. 2018 – Sept. 2019). Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka,
• Initiated and monitored all projects for income generation for the University.
9. Pioneer President (Sept. 2017 – Sept. 2021). Association of Gynaecological Endoscopy Surgeons (AGES), Nigeria
10.Faculty Secretary (Obstetrics & Gynaecology) (Feb. 2015 – Jan. 2019) West African College of Surgeons.
• Assisted the chairman to conduct and coordinate the Faculty fellowship examinations of WACS,
• Assisted the chairman in overseeing the accreditation of all training centres for resident doctors in Obstetrics and Gynaecology in the West African sub-region.
• The organisation of the Faculty revision and update courses.
• Anchored the Faculty transition from the traditional clinical examination format to the OSCE (objective structured clinical examination) format for the Obstetric Membership examination of the Faculty.
11.Governing Board Member: (April 2014 – April 2019) (Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital Nnewi
12.Coordinator, Transparency/Discipline & Monitoring (Oct. 2014 – Sept. 2019). Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
• Handled all the online visibility assessments and plagiarism checks of all academic staff for promotion.
• Reported directly to the Vice Chancellor on matters relating to academic discipline.
13.Dean, Faculty of Medicine. (Oct. 2012 – Sept. 2014). Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus.
• Recognised as the Digital Dean in the University for my Innovative Changes & ICT upgrade of the Faculty.
• Presided over the affairs of the entire Faculty.
• Responsible for the undergraduate and postgraduate academic programmes.
• The Chief examiner of the Faculty.
• Chairman Faculty board.
• Chairman Faculty postgraduate board.
• Member of the University Senate.
• Member of the College management committee.
• Upgraded our MCQs marking from manual to electronic using a Scantron machine.
• Produced the first Faculty Handbook on MBBS Academic Curriculum
• Purchased our first Faculty vehicle – a brand new Toyota Corolla Saloon Car
• Had the highest number of promoted academic staff, particularly to the professorial cadre during my tenure.
• Encouraged staff to embark on high-quality collaborative research.
• Established the first collaborative research unit in the Faculty called “Effective Care Research Unit”
(ECRU) which has helped a great number of College staff achieve visible high-impact publications.
14.Head, Dept. of Obstetrics & Gynaecology. (Oct. 2008 – Oct. 2010). Faculty of Medicine,
College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus.
And Concurrently Head, Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology. (Oct. 2008 – Oct. 2010).
Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital (NAUTH), Nnewi.
• Coordinated the academic, clinical and research activities of the department.
• Planning of the lecture schedule for the medical students.
• Planning and monitoring of the training programme of the resident doctors in the department.
• Initiated and successfully handled the separation of the Gynaecological and Antenatal clinics of the
hospital into different and independently run clinics.
• Initiated the development of super-specialists and units in the department.
• Achieved the best result in the fellowship examinations of the postgraduate colleges (National and West Africa) in Obstetrics and Gynaecology for the institution in 2009 & 2010.
• Initiated the idea of a department protocol Handbook and coordinated the department academic staff to write the book which I edited:- NAUTH HANDBOOK OF OBGYN CARE. This book is in its 2nd edition.
15.Sub-Dean Student Affairs. (Jan. 2007 to Oct. 2008). College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus.
• Supervised the activities of the students and student associations/organisations on the campus.
• Coordinated the allocation of students to the hostel.
• Handled all matters relating to the student’s welfare and discipline.
• Recorded a zero crisis or student unrest during my tenure.
• Supervised the activities of the students’ special clubs on campus.
16.Faculty Examinations Officer. Faculty of Medicine, College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe.
• Coordinated the whole professional examinations in the Faculty of Medicine
• Prepared the Examination timetable for each professional examination.
• Prepared the budget for each professional examination.
• Monitored and ensured the smooth conduct of each professional examination.
• Enforced the university regulations regarding the conduct of examinations and ensured its compliance.
• Assisted the Dean of Medicine in collating professional exam results.
• Presented all professional examinations result to the Faculty of Medicine Board for approval and subsequent release.
17. Chairman. College Prayer Committee, College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi campus. 2002 to 2010.
18.Co-ordinator. Prevention of Mother-To-Child Transmission of HIV (PMTCT) Programme,
Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital Nnewi, Nigeria. 2003 to 2016.
19.President. AlwaysLife Fountain Initiative. A Non-Governmental Organisation with an Office at
No. 7 Ikemba Drive Umuele Umudim, P. O. Box 244, Nnewi. Anambra State.
ii. REPRESENTED THE VICE-CHANCELLOR at over 37 top functions and events.
iii. SERVICES/CONTRIBUTIONS TO SOCIETY/UNIVERSITY
1. Chairman Governing Board, University Nursery & Primary School. Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. Jan 2021 – Date.
2. Chairman Governing Board, Grace Theological Institute. Grace of God Mission International Inc. Onitsha. Jan 2018 – Date.
3. Commissioner. Truth Justice and Peace Commission, Anambra State. April 2022 to Date
4. Member: Presidential Visitation Panel to Ahmadu Bello University Zaria. April-July 2021.
5. Chairman, Senate Ceremonials Committee. July 2021 to 2023
6. Chairman, UNIZIK ICT Committee. April 2020 to Date
7. Vice Chairman, Endowment/Stakeholders Fund Committee. July 2021 to 2023
8. Chairman, University Fuel and Diesel Generation Usage Surveillance Committee. 1st July 2021 to date
9. Chairman, Committee on First, Second and Third Anniversary Thanksgiving of the Vice Chancellor. June 2020 to June 2022.
10. Chairman, University Central Electoral Committee. 2021 to date
11. Chairman, UNIZIK Consortium Adhoc Committee. 2021 to 2023
12. Vice Chairman, University Central Budget Committee. 2021 to date
13.Chairman, Planning Committee for University Governing Council Retreat. 2022
14.Chairman, Committee on NAUOSIL Company Project. 2021 to 2023
15. Chairman, University Scholarship and Awards Committee. 2020 to date
16. Chairman, Local Organizing Committee for African International School for Computation,
Modelling and Simulation. Held on 1st June, 2021
17. Vice Chairman, Board of the Centre for Counselling and Career Development. 23rd
February, 2022 to date
18. Chairman, Academic Research Journal Publication Development Committee. 12th
July 2021 to 2023
19. Chairman, Ad-hoc Committee on the Establishment of a Clinical Pharmacy Centre of Excellence
at Nnamdi Azikiwe University. 25th September 2020 to 2022
20. Chairman, Committee on Documentary on the Vice-Chancellor’s Tenure. 2022 to date
21. Chairman, University COVID-19 Committee. 2020 to 2022
22. PMTCT focal person. Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus NAUTH; (2003 – 2014)
23. PMTCT consultant to the Institute of Human Virology Nigeria (2007 – 2013)
24. Member, National Task Team on Prevention of Mother-to-child transmission of HIV (PMTCT)
(2003 – Date)
25. Member, College Management Committee. College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe
University, Nnewi Campus. January 2007 to Oct. 2008.
26. Chairman. Students Hostel Management Board. College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe
University, Nnewi Campus. January 2007 to Oct. 2008.
27. Chairman. Students Disciplinary Committee. College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe
University, Nnewi Campus. January 2007 to Oct. 2008.
28. Coordinator of family planning and contraceptive services at NAUTH Nnewi 2000 – 2010.
29. Academic Adviser to the medical students under my care. 2000 – date
30. Research Counsellor to the Medical Students Research Group (MESREG), College of Health
Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus. 2000 – 2010
31. Chairman. Continuing Medical Education, Nigeria Medical Association, Nnewi zone. Anambra State. (1999 to 2003).
32. Chairman. Committee on the Reception of Past Provosts and Send off of Vice Chancellor Prof. Ilochi Okafor (SAN). 28th February, 2008.
33. Chairman. Committee on the commissioning of the student’s hostel and unveiling of the university memorial in honour of Chinedu Chukwuneke and other victims of the May 9th 2001 fire
disaster at Okofia on 23rd February 2007.
34. Member. National Task Team for Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission of HIV in Nigeria. 2003 – date.
35. Member. Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital (NAUTH) HIV Committee.
36. Secretary. Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN). NAUTH Chapter.
2003 – 2004.
37. Secretary. College Computer Technical Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University. 2002 till date.
38. Secretary. Women’s Sexual and Reproductive Rights Project (WOSRRIP), Nigeria.
39. Secretary. College Research/Research Ethics and Academic Activities Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi campus, (1999 to 2004).
40. Patron. Nigerian Fellowship of Evangelical Students (NIFES), Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus.
(2000 to 2018).
41. Patron. Nigerian Conference of Christian Medical and Dental Students. (NCCMDS), Nnamdi
Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus. (2000 to Date).
42. Member. Dean’s Committee on Direct Entry Requirements. Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus. 2001.
43. Member. College Publications / Time Table Committee. Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus. 2001.
44. Treasurer. Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN). NAUTH Chapter.
2000 – 2002.
45. Academic coordinator. Department of Obstetrics/Gynaecology, University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Enugu, (1995 – 1996).
46. Secretary. Imo State Christian Corpers’ Fellowship, Orlu zone (1989/90).
47. Pioneer Director of Research. Medical Students Research Society (MESRESO). College of Medicine, University of Nigeria Enugu Campus, Enugu. (1985 – 1987).
48. Secretary. Public Health Programme Committee of the University of Nigerian Medical Students
Association (1985/86).
iv. WORKING EXPERIENCE (PUBLIC SECTOR)
1. Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. (Oct. 2008 – Date).
Faculty of Medicine, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus. Nnewi, Nigeria.
2. Honorary Chief Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist. (Jan. 1999 – Date).
Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital (NAUTH), Nnewi, Nigeria.
3. Associate Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. (Oct. 2005 – Sept. 2008).
Faculty of Medicine, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus. Nnewi, Nigeria.
4. Senior Lecturer in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. (Oct. 2002 – Sept. 2005).
Faculty of Medicine, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus. Nnewi, Nigeria.
5. Lecturer 1 in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. (Jan. 1999 – Sept. 2002).
Faculty of Medicine, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus. Nnewi, Nigeria.
6. Hospital Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist. (June 17, 1998 – Jan. 11, 1999).
Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, P.M.B. 5025 Nnewi, Nigeria.
7. Senior Registrar in Obstetrics & Gynaecology. (Dec. 19, 1997 – June 16, 1998).
Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital Nnewi, Anambra, Nigeria.
8. Senior Registrar in Obstetrics & Gynaecology. (May 1, 1995 – Nov. 25, 1997).
University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Enugu, Nigeria
9. Registrar in Obstetrics & Gynaecology. (Jan. 1, 1993 – April 31, 1995).
University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Enugu, Nigeria.
10.Senior House Officer in Obstetrics & Gynaecology. (Feb. 3, 1992 – Dec. 31, 1992).
University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, P.M.B. 01129 Enugu, Nigeria.
11.Medical officer (Nov. 1, 1990 – Jan. 31, 1992):
Maranatha Medical Centre, Enugu and Bex Memorial Hospital Nempi, Imo State, Nigeria.
12.Medical Officer, *NYSC (Sept. 3, 1989 – Oct. 2, 1990);
Health Centre Mgbidi, Oru LGA, Imo state, Nigeria. *Primary assignment for National Youth Service Corps (NYSC)
13.House Officer (Aug. 15, 1988 – Aug. 14, 1989):
University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Enugu, Nigeria.
D. HONOURS and TRAVEL GRANTS
E. PROFESSIONAL and ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS
i. FELLOW & MEMBERSHIP OF ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL BODIES
1. Fellow, Nigerian Academy of Medicine (FNAMed)
2. Fellow, Nigerian Academy of Medicine Specialties (FAMedS).
3. Fellow, West African College of Surgeons (FWACS).
4. Fellow, International College of Surgeons (FICS).
5. Fellow, Institute of Policy Management and Development (FIPMD).
6. Member, Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM)
7. Member, Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria, (MDCAN) NAUTH Nnewi.
8. Member, Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) Nnewi & Awka zones, Anambra State.
9. Life Member, Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics of Nigeria (SOGON).
10. Member, Medical Research Society, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi.
11. Member, World Association of Laparoscopic Surgeons (WALS).
12. Member, African Society for Gynaecological Endoscopy (AFSGE).
13. Member, European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE).
14. Member, American Society of Reproductive Medicine (ASRM).
15. Member, Association for Fertility and Reproductive Health (AFRH), Nigeria.
16. 1st President, Association of Gynaecological Endoscopy Surgeons (AGES), Nigeria
ii. PROFESSIONAL and SERVICE AWARDS
iii. ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP QUALITIES
1. External Examiner
• Chief Examiner. Primary, Membership, Fellowship and Post-Fellowship Examinations of
Faculty of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, West African College of Surgeons: 2019 – 2022.
• Examiner. Membership, Fellowship and Post-Fellowship Examinations of Faculty of
Obstetrics & Gynaecology, West African College of Surgeons: 2004 – date
• External Examiner to the following Nigerian Universities.
Ebonyi State University, Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Abakaliki. 2009 – 2010.
Abia State University, Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Aba. 2008 – 2010
University of Nigeria, Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Enugu. 2011 – 2014
University of Port-Harcourt, Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology. 2014 – 2017
2. Editorship of Journals
• Editor in Chief – Nigerian Journal of Surgical Sciences. 2023 – Date
• Academic Editor – Obstetrics and Gynaecology International. Published by Hindawi.
https://www.hindawi.com/journals/ogi 2020 – date
• Editor in Chief – Journal of HIV & Human Reproduction – www.j-hhr.org 2013 – 2020
• Deputy Editor in Chief – Nigerian Journal of Surgical Sciences. 2012 – 2022
• Special Assistant to Editor – Nigerian Journal of Clinical Practice – www.njcponline.com
2003 – 2020
• Editorial Board Member – Journal of West African College of Surgeons – https://jwacsjcoac.com/aboutus.asp
•Editorial Board Member – World J Dermatology – www.wjgnet.com
• Editorial Board Member – Annals Med Health Sci Res – www.amhsr.org
• Associate Editor. Tropical Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Vol.19. Suppl. 1, 2002.
3. Assessment of Manuscripts for Scholarly Journals
• Assessment of Manuscripts for publication in the following International Journals:
Archives of Gynaecology and Obstetrics
International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Obstetrics and Gynaecology International
Journal of Social Aspects of HIV/AIDS (SAHARA J)
AIDS Care – Psychology, Health & Medicine – vulnerable Children and Youth Studies.
Manuscript central http://mc.manuscriptcentral.com/ac-phm-vcy
Indian Journal of Community Medicine
• Assessment of Manuscripts for publication in the following Nigerian journals:
Tropical Journal of Laparo Endoscopy (Tjle)
Nigerian Journal of Clinical Practice (NJCP),
Tropical Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology (TJOG),
Nigerian Medical Journal (NMJ)
Tropical Journal of Medical Research (TJMR)
Journal of Biomedical Investigation (JBI).
West African Journal of Medicine (WAJM)
Annals of Medicine
Ebonyi Medical Journal
4. Resource Person / Facilitator.
• Revision Course in Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology. Organised Yearly by Faculty of
Obstetrics and Gynaecology, West African College of Surgeons. 2015 to 2023. Held every
March of the Year in Nigeria.
• Basic Sciences Revision Course in Obstetrics & Gynaecology. Organised Yearly by Faculty
of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, West African College of Surgeons. From 2015 to 2023 Held
every September of the year in Nigeria.
• Revision Course in Obstetrics & Gynaecology. Organised by National Postgraduate Medical
College. Aug. 24 – Sept. 4, 2012. Held at the University of Calabar Hotel, Calabar Nigeria.
• Basic Sciences Revision Course in Obstetrics & Gynaecology. Organised Yearly by National
Postgraduate Medical College. From 2015 to 2023. Held every March of the year in Nigeria.
• First integrated Minimal Access Surgery Workshop. Organised by Federal Medical Centre,
Owerri, Imo State. August 27th – 31st, 2012. Main Theatre Complex, FMC Owerri.
• Workshop for General Medical/Private Practitioners at Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching
Hospital Nnewi on 17th March 2000.
5. Course Director:
• Post Fellowship Training in Gynaecological Endoscopy. A one-year super-specialist training
by the West African College of Surgeons. 2019 – Date
• Basic and Advanced Courses in Minimal Access Surgery. Organised by Life Institute for
Endoscopy at LIFE Training Centre, Life Specialist Hospital Ltd Nnewi, Anambra State,
Nigeria. From 2010 – 2017.
• Basic and Advanced Courses in Minimal Access Surgery. Organised by Life Institute for
Endoscopy at LIFE Training Centre, Life International Hospital Awka, Anambra State,
Nigeria. From 2018 till date.
6. Post Graduate Dissertation Supervision & Mentorship
a. Fellowship Dissertation Supervision (Completed) for Fellows in Obstetrics & Gynaecology
[Trained, Mentored & Supervised Final Defence]
i. Prof. Gerald O. Udigwe. Supervised and mentored him through his postgraduate fellowship
training in Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital Nnewi [completed 2000]. He has
progressed to become a Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Nnamdi Azikiwe
University, Awka.
ii. Prof. Charles I. Okafor. Supervised and mentored him through his postgraduate fellowship
training in Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital Nnewi [completed 2000]. He has
progressed to become a Professor of Obstetrics & Gynaecology at Nnamdi Azikiwe
University, Awka.
iii. Dr. C. C. Okoli. Supervised and mentored him through his postgraduate fellowship training
in Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital Nnewi [completed 2003]. He is a
Consultant Obstetrician and gynaecologist in private practice.
iv. Dr. Sylvester C. Igwilo. Supervised and mentored him through his postgraduate fellowship
training in Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital Nnewi [completed 2004]. He is a
Consultant Obstetrician and gynaecologist in private practice.
v. Dr. Daniel N. Onwusulu. Supervised and mentored him through his postgraduate fellowship
training in Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital Nnewi [completed 2005]. He is
presently an Associate Professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology at Nnamdi
Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus.
vi. Dr. Uche N. Onyejimbe. Supervised and mentored him through his postgraduate fellowship
training in Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital Nnewi [completed 2007]. He is
the former Medical Director & Chief Consultant Obstetrician and gynaecologist at General
Hospital Onitsha (Now Federal Medical Centre Onitsha).
vii. Dr. Chukwuemeka C. Ezeama: Supervised and mentored him through his postgraduate
fellowship training in Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital Nnewi [completed
2008]. He has progressed to become a Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology and at the
Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus.
viii. Dr. Monday Ogele: Supervised and mentored him through his postgraduate fellowship
training in Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital Nnewi [completed 2009]. He is
an Associate Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Nnamdi Azikiwe
University, Nnewi Campus.
ix. Dr. Remigius A. Obi. Supervised and mentored him through his postgraduate fellowship
training at Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital Nnewi [completed 2009]. He is a
Chief Consultant Obstetrician and gynaecologist at Federal Medical Centre Asaba.
x. Dr. Josephat C. Akabuike. Supervised and mentored him through his postgraduate
fellowship training at Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital Nnewi [completed
2009]. He is the immediate past Honourable Commissioner for Health in Anambra State and
Chief Medical Director of Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Teaching Hospital,
Amaku Awka.
xi. Dr. Sunday U. Mbamara. Supervised and mentored him through his postgraduate
fellowship training at Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital Nnewi [completed
2010]. He is a Consultant Obstetrician and gynaecologist in private practice.
xii. Dr. Ifeanyichukwu U. Ezebialu. Supervised and mentored him through his postgraduate
fellowship training at Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital Nnewi [completed
2010]. He is currently a Professor of Obstetricis & Gynaecology and former Chairman, of the
Medical Advisory Committee of Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Teaching
Hospital, Amaku Awka.
xiii. Dr. Joseph C. Umeobika: Supervised and mentored him through his postgraduate
fellowship training in Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital Nnewi [completed
2010]. He is currently a Professor and the Head of the Department of Obstetrics &
Gynaecology at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Awka.
xiv. Dr. Emmanuel N. Monago: Supervised and mentored him through his postgraduate
fellowship training in Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital Nnewi [completed 2011]. He is a Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist in private practice and the former
Chairman of, the Nigeria Medical Association, Anambra State.
xv. Dr. Osita S. Umeononihu: Supervised and mentored him. Dissertation title: The prevalence
and risk factors for HIV seropositivity in late pregnancy among antenatal attendees with
seronegative status in the first half of pregnancy in Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching
Hospital Nnewi, Nigeria. (Defended Dissertation, 2011)
xvi. Dr. Joseph O. Ugboaja: Supervised and mentored him. Dissertation title: The efficacy of
intermittent preventive treatment and insecticides treated nets on malaria parasitaemia in
pregnancy in a tertiary health institution in Nigeria: A case-control study. (Defended
Dissertation, 2011)
xvii. Dr. Ikechukwu I. Mbachu: Spervised and mentored him. Dissertation title: Evaluation of
serial rapid test algorithm in the Diagnosis of HIV infection among pregnant women in
south-east, Nigeria. (Defended Dissertation, 2012)
xviii. Dr. George U. Eleje: Supervised and mentored him. Dissertation title: Pattern of genital
tract microbial agents in women with the diagnosis of pre-term pre-labour rupture of
membranes: A case-controlled study (Defended Dissertation, 2013).
xix. Dr. Nkemakolam O. Eke: Supervised and mentored him. Dissertation title: Association of
Chlamydia Infection with tubal occlusion in infertile women in Nnewi. (Defended
Dissertation, 2013)
xx. Dr. A. O. Onyegbule: Supervised and mentored him. Dissertation title: Determinants and
microbiological pattern of post caesarean wound infection in a tertiary institution, Nnewi. A
prospective comparative study. (Defended Dissertation, 2013)
xxi. Dr. Chijioke Eziigwe: Supervised and mentored him. Dissertation title: Pathological
Changes in the Pre-Eclamptic and Eclamptic Placentae as seen at Nnamdi Azikiwe
University Teaching Hospital Nnewi, Nigeria. (Defended Dissertation, 2014)
xxii. Dr. Zebulon Okechukwu: Supervised and mentored him. Dissertation title: Association of
Maternal ABO Blood Group with Pre-eclampsia in Nnewi South-East Nigeria. (Defended
Dissertation, 2017)
xxiii. Dr. Chinwendu A. F. Okeke: Supervised and mentored him. Dissertation title: The pattern
and correlates of postpartum depression among women in Nnewi. (Defended Dissertation,
2017)
xxiv. Dr. Chukwemeka Ofojebe: Supervised and mentored him. Dissertation title: Effects of
immediate and delayed umbilical cord clamping on haemoglobin and bilirubin
concentrations on term babies. (Defended Dissertation, 2017)
xxv. Dr. Boniface Okpala: Supervised and mentored him. Dissertation title: Use of
dexamethasone for preventing post-dural puncture headache in women after spinal
anaesthesia for caesarean section: Randomised controlled trial. (Defended Dissertation,
2018)
xxvi. Dr. Chukwunonso Enechukwu: Supervised and mentored him. Dissertation title:
Comparison of the adequacy of cervical smears obtained with wooden Ayre’s spatula and
Papcone sampling device. (Defended Dissertation, 2018)
xxvii. Dr. Tochukwu Ejikeme: Supervised and mentored him. Dissertation title: Effect of hyoscine
butyl bromide in the duration of labour in term pregnancies at Nnamdi Azikiwe University
Teaching Hospital Nnewi, Southeast Nigeria. (Defended Dissertation, 2018)
xxviii. Dr. Emmanuel Okaforcha: Supervised and mentored him. Dissertation title: Intravenous
Versus Intramuscular Oxytocin for Preventing Atonic Primary Postpartum Haemorrhage in the Third Stage of Labour in NAUTH, Nnewi: A Double-Blind Randomised Study.
(Defended Dissertation, 2019)
xxix. Dr. Mbanefo Okeke: Supervised and mentored him. Dissertation title: Predictors of GDM
and comparative prevalence of risk factor-based screening to universal screening in NAUTH,
Nnewi. (Defended Dissertation, 2019)
xxx. Dr. Sterling Mgbekwe: Supervised and mentored him. Dissertation title: Aspartate
aminotransferase level in vaginal fluid for the diagnosis of preterm premature rupture of
membranes at Federal Medical Centre Owerri. (Defended Dissertation, 2019).
xxxi. Dr. Chito Ilika: Supervised and mentored her. Dissertation title: Effects of speculum
lubrication on cervical cytology smears among women undergoing cervical cancer screening
in Nnewi: A randomized control trial. (Defended Dissertation, 2020).
xxxii. Dr. Chigozie Okafor: Supervised and mentored him. Dissertation title: Transvaginal
ultrasonographically measured cervical length versus Bishop score for pre-induction cervical
assessment at term: A double-blind randomized study. (Defended Dissertation, 2020).
xxxiii. Dr. Lazarus Okafor: Supervised and mentored him. Dissertation title: Maternal and
Umbilical Cord Blood Levels of Leptin in Pre-eclamptic and Healthy Pregnant Women in
NAUTH, Nnewi: A Comparative Cross-Sectional Study. (Defended Dissertation, 2021).
xxxiv. Dr. Princeston Okam: Supervised and mentored him. Dissertation title: Efficacy and safety
of diclofenac suppository for postoperative pain relief after diagnostic hystero-laparoscopy
and dye test – A double-blind placebo-controlled randomised study. (Defended Dissertation,
2022)
xxxv. Dr. George M. Ela: Supervised and mentored him. Dissertation title: Platelet Indices in
pregnant women with pre-eclampsia at Port Harcourt. (Defended Dissertation, 2022).
xxxvi. Dr. Umoru F. Mohammed: Supervised and mentored him. Dissertation title: Evaluating the
role of hysteroscopy in the diagnosis and treatment of female infertility at Federal Medical
Centre, Lokoja. (Defended Dissertation, 2022).
xxxvii. Dr. Emmanuel Mbachu Okoroji: Supervised and mentored him. Dissertation title:
Association of anti-chlamydia trachomatis antibody and spontaneous miscarriage in
Umuahia, Southeast Nigeria. (Defended Dissertation, 2022).
xxxviii. Dr. Obinna Nnabuchi: Supervised and mentored him. Dissertation title: Perineal massage
during labour for preventing perineal trauma in nulliparous women at NAUTH Nnewi
Southeast Nigeria: A Randomised control study. (Defended Dissertation, 2023).
xxxix. Dr. Nnadozie Obiegbu: Supervised and mentored him. Dissertation title: A Randomised
control study of labour and delivery outcomes of continuous support in labour by a lay doula
in NAUTH Nnewi. (Defended Dissertation, 2023).
b. MSc Thesis Supervision (Completed)
i. Pharm Grace N Ele. Comparison of Susceptibility of Falciparum Malaria to Chloroquine and Sulfadoxine -Pyrimethamine (Fansidar) in Pregnant Women in Nnewi. Presented for MSc Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka. (Defended MSc, 2012).
ii. Dr. Princeston Okam: Effect of Sub-Chronic Administration of Mascum Herbal Pride supplement on the Testis of Male Albino Rats. (Defended MSc, 2015)
iii. Pharm Uchenna C. Ogwaluonye. A randomized clinical study on the efficacy and safety of a locally used herbal product (HB01) in the treatment of adult HIV Positive patients in Anambra State, Nigeria. (Defended MSc, 2017)
iv. Dr. Chukwunonso Enechukwu: Oxidative stress markers and Lipid profile of patients with polycystic ovarian syndrome in Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi. (Defended MSc, 2018)
v. Dr. Chigozie D. Okafor: Oxidative stress markers and sex hormones in the male partners of infertile couples at Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi. (Defended MSc, 2018)
c. PhD Dissertation Supervision (Completed)
i. Osakue NO. Hormonal evaluation of ovarian reserve among IVF participants in relation to
pregnancy outcome in two selected hospitals in southern Nigeria. (Defended, 2022)
ii. Okwelogu SI. Metagenomic determination of Microbiota compositions of the genital bacterial
infections among couples seeking Assisted Reproductive Technology in Hospitals in Anambra
State. (Defended, 2022).
7. PMTCT Consultant to Institute of Human Virology Nigeria (IHVN), 2007 – 2013
8. Chairman local organising committee of the 2007 Annual General/Scientific Conference of
Nigerian Medical Association Anambra State (Nnewi 2007) held on Saturday 23rd June 2007 at
White Castle Hotels Neni.
9. Pioneered Laparoscopic Surgery development in Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital
(NAUTH), Nnewi, Nigeria 2006.
10. Pioneered the Prevention of Mother-To-Child Transmission (PMTCT) of HIV programme in
NAUTH Nnewi in 2003.
11. Public/Guest Lectures Delivered.
i. Ikechebelu JI. Peri-Transfer Care in IVF Treatment. Guest Lecture delivered on the occasion
of the Duphaston IVF launch meeting on 22-23 November 2019 at the Radisson Blu in
Nairobi, Kenya.
ii. Ikechebelu JI. Use of Dydrogesterone in IVF Cycles. My Experience. Lecture delivered on
the occasion of the Duphaston IVF launch meeting on 22-23 November 2019 at the Radisson
Blu in Nairobi, Kenya.
iii. Ikechebelu JI. Luteal phase support in invitro fertilization cycles. Guest Lecture delivered on
the occasion of the anniversary of IVF centre, National Hospital Abuja held at NAF
conference centre Abuja on 20th June 2018.
iv. Ikechebelu JI. Specialist training and certification, ObGyn experience. Guest Lecture
delivered at the 5th anniversary of the Fetal Diagnostic and Ultrasound Centre Benin. Held at
Randekhi Royal hotel Benin City on 2nd June 2018.
v. Ikechebelu JI. Assisted fertilization, the role of the anatomical sciences. Guest Lecture
delivered to the Society of Experimental and Clinical Anatomists of Nigeria at Nnamdi
Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus College Auditorium Okofia Premises on 8th March 2018.
vi. Ikechebelu JI. Open myomectomy, tricks and tips. Guest Lecture delivered to the ObGyn
Faculty and trainees at Hospital Mumbai India in November 2016.
vii. Ikechebelu JI. Women and Girls in Nigerian society: challenges & prospects. Guest
Lecture delivered on the occasion of the Inauguration of ‘WOMEN EDUCATION
COUNCIL’ Grace of God Mission Inc. Nnewi Division. on 8th July 2006
viii. Ikechebelu JI. Sexuality Education as a Means of Sustaining the Prevention Message in
Our Youths and Adolescents. Guest lecture delivered at the Zonal schools’ seminar of Youth and Adolescents Against AIDS Project (YAAP) held at Maria Regina secondary school Nnewi on 6th June 2006.
ix. Ikechebelu JI. Sexuality Education as a Means of Sustaining the Prevention Message in
Our Youths and Adolescents. Guest lecture delivered at the Zonal schools’ seminar of
Youth and Adolescents Against AIDS Project (YAAP) held at Igwebuike secondary school
Awka on 2nd June 2006.
x. Ikechebelu JI. Health Information – A basis for reproductive health care planning;
clinicians view. Guest lecture delivered at the Opening ceremony of the School of Health
Information Management Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital Nnewi, 2005/2006
Health Information Week / Matriculation/Convocation Ceremony. Held on Monday, 13th March 2006 at Uzodike Auditorium NAUTH Nnewi.
xi. Ikechebelu JI. Prevention of Mother-To-Child Transmission of HIV; Involvement of
private practitioners. Guest lecture delivered at the scientific session of the annual general
meeting of the Nigerian Medical Association Awka zone. Held on Friday, 27th January, 2006
at NMA secretariat Awka, Anambra State.
vi. Ikechebelu JI. HIV/AIDS: Meaning, Transmission & Prevention. Lecture delivered to the
students and staff of Maria Regina Model Comprehensive College Nnewi. Organised by
Always Life Foundation on 13th July 2005.
vii. Ikechebelu JI. HIV/AIDS: Prevention and Care. Presented at the Nnewi Diocesan
Catholic Youths Organisation Seminar. Held at the St. Michael Catholic Church Premises
Nnewi. April 2005.
viii. Ikechebelu JI. HIV/AIDS: The Nigerian Response. Guest lecture delivered at the Anambra
State 1st Health Summit. Held at the Marble Arch Hotel Awka on 8th March 2005.
ix. Ikechebelu JI. Prevention of Mother-To-Child Transmission of HIV; the role of women
society. Guest lecture delivered at the International Women’s Day celebration organized by
The National Council of Women’s Societies (NCWS) in conjunction with The Centre for
Population and Development Activities (CEDPA) at MANO Motels Ltd., Awka. Held on
Monday 8th Mach 2004.
x. Ikechebelu JI. HIV/AIDS: Overview, mode of transmission and management. Presented
at the International Women’s Day celebration organized by Anambra State Ministry of
Women Affairs, Youth & Sports at Women Development Centre, Agu Awka. Held on
Tuesday 16th Mach 2004.
xi. Ikechebelu JI. HIV/AIDS in Nigeria – An Overview. Presented at a 1-day PMTCT
sensitization seminar for Catholic clergy and health workers at Holy Trinity Cathedral
Onitsha. Held on Tuesday, 16th August, 2004.
xii. Ikechebelu JI. Prevention of Mother-To-Child Transmission of HIV; the role of the
clergy. Presented at a 1-day PMTCT sensitization seminar for Catholic clergy and health
workers at Holy Trinity Cathedral Onitsha. Held on Tuesday, 16th August, 2004.
xiii. Ikechebelu JI. Prevention of Mother-To-Child Transmission of HIV; Interventions and
best practices. Presented at the occasion of the reception of the Hon. Comm. of Health
Anambra State – Prof. J.I.B. Adinma. Organised by the Medical Students Research Group
(MESREG) at Uzodike Auditorium of CHS, NAU. Held on 26th August, 2004.
xiv. Ikechebelu JI. Infertility: causes and prevention. Presented at SHILOH 2004 EFAC
Convention Nnewi Dioceses. Organised by Evangelical Fellowship in the Anglican Communion, Nnewi subzone. Held at the Diocesan Church Centre Nnewi on 25th September 2004
xv. Ikechebelu JI. HIV/AIDS: The Nigerian situation. Guest lecture delivered at the scientific
session of the annual general meeting of the Association of Resident Doctors ARD, Nnamdi
Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi. Held on Friday, 10th December, 2004.
xvi. Ikechebelu JI. Obstetric Management of HIV Positive Pregnant Women: the Nigerian
Perspective. Presented at the PMTCT Training For Physicians Providing Obstetric Care.
Organised by CDC Atlanta USA and University of Maryland Institute of Human Virology
Baltimore. Dec. 4 and 5, 2003: Zodiac Hotel, Enugu.
xvii. Ikechebelu JI. ARV for PMTCT in NIGERIA; issues to consider. Presented at the
PMTCT Training For Physicians Providing Obstetric Care. Organised by CDC Atlanta USA
and University of Maryland Institute of Human Virology Baltimore. Dec. 4 and 5, 2003:
Zodiac Hotel, Enugu.
xviii. Ikechebelu JI. Prevention of Mother-To-Child Transmission of HIV. Guest lecture
delivered at the Physicians Week opening ceremony, Nigerian Medical Association, Onitsha.
Held on 20th October, 2002.
xix. Guest Lecturer. Physicians Week opening ceremony, Nigerian Medical Association,
Onitsha. “Prevention of Mother-To-Child Transmission of HIV”. 20th October 2002.
xx. Guest Lecturer. Medical Students Research Group, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Nnewi
Campus – Scientific Meeting. “Women Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights. The
Nigerian Perspective. 5th September 2001.
17. Training and Workshops Facilitated by Ikechebelu JI:
i. Facilitator. Southeast Zonal PMTCT Training. Organised by AIDS Relief of Institute of
Human Virology Baltimore Maryland. Held at Daughters of Divine Love Retreat Centre,
Emene Enugu. July 8 to 12, 2008.
ii. Facilitator. South Regional PMTCT Training. Organised by the Institute of Human Virology
Nigeria. Held at the University of Benin Teaching Hospital, Benin City. October 8 to 12, 2007.
iii. Facilitator. South-East Zonal PMTCT Training of Trainers. Organised by the Federal
Ministry of Health and Supported by CDC – GAP Nigeria. Held at Top Rank Hotel, Enugu.
September 10 to 14, 2007.
ii. Course Coordinator. First Laparoscopy Endoscopic Surgery Workshop Organised by
Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital from 6th th – 10 November, 2006. In
collaboration with Coscharis Foods and Medical Ltd Lagos and Tekno Medical Company
Germany.
iv. Facilitator. PMTCT Training for secondary health facilities in Lagos State. Organised by
Global HIV/AIDS Initiative Nigeria (GHAIN) in collaboration with the Christian Health
Association of Nigeria (CHAN). 22nd – to 27 January, 2005. Ostra Hotel Ikeja, Lagos.
v. Facilitator. Training of Laboratory Scientists on HIV Testing. Organised by PMTCT Team,
Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching hospital from 15th to 16 December 2005.
vi. Coordinator. Global Fund Supported One – Day Sensitization Seminar for PLWHAs, NGOs,
FBOs & CBOs in Anambra State on PMTCT. Organised by PMTCT Team, Nnamdi Azikiwe
University Teaching hospital on 15th December 2005.
vii. Coordinator. Global Fund Supported One Day Site Sensitisation Seminar For Men Groups
For Male Involvement In PMTCT in Anambra State. Organised by PMTCT Team, NAUTH
at St. Thomas Anglican church (Akwudo) Nnewi on 1st October 2005.
viii. Workshop Coordinator. Global Fund Supported Training Workshop on PMTCT and
Universal Precautions for TBA’s and Village Health Workers in Anambra State. Organised
by PMTCT Team, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching hospital from 31stOct. to 2 Nov. 2005.
ix. Workshop Coordinator. Global Fund Supported Training Workshop on HIV/AIDS
counselling in PMTCT for PLWHAs, NGOs, FBOs & CBOs in Anambra State. Organised
by PMTCT Team, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching hospital from 10th to 14 October 2005.
x. Workshop Coordinator. Global Fund Supported Training Workshop on VCT for
Counsellors from secondary health facilities in Anambra State. Organised by PMTCT Team,
Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching hospital from 26th to 30 September 2005.
xi. Facilitator. PMTCT Training for secondary health facilities in Anambra State. Organised by
Global HIV/AIDS Initiative Nigeria (GHAIN). 15th to 18 August, 2005. Marble Arch hotel, Awka.
xii. Workshop Coordinator. EngenderHealth Workshop on Facility COPE Organised by
EngenderHealth from 8th – 9July 2004 at Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching hospital
(NAUTH) Nnewi.
xiii. Workshop Coordinator. EngenderHealth Workshop on HIV Infection Prevention & Stigma
Reduction. Organised by EngenderHealth from 24th – 28th May 2004 at Nnamdi Azikiwe
University Teaching Hospital (NAUTH) Nnewi.
xiv. Facilitator. PMTCT Training For Physicians Providing Obstetric Care. Organised by CDC
Atlanta USA and University of Maryland Institute of Human Virology Baltimore. Dec. 4 and
5, 2003: Zodiac Hotel, Enugu.
F. CREATIVE OUTPUT of PROF JOSEPH I. IKECHEBELU
i. SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATIONS (Journal Articles).
1. Ikechebelu JI. Age of menarche in Nigerian schools. Orient Journal of Medicine. 1990: 2: 182184.
2. Ohiaeri BN, Ikechebelu JI. Pattern of caesarean section in a Nigerian private hospital. Orient
Journal of Medicine. 1995: 7: 41-44.
3. Ikechebelu JI, Amaechi FN, Nwagbo DFE. Prevalence of HIV infection in antenatal women in
Enugu. Journal of College of Medicine. 1997: 2(2): 9 – 10.
4. Oguanuo TC, Ikechebelu JI. Female Sterilization by Minilaparotomy: The University of Nigeria
Teaching Hospital Experience. Journal of College of Medicine. 1999: 4(2): 100-104.
5. Ikechebelu JI, Onyejimbe UN. Uterine leiomyomata causing tubal occlusion: Journal of
Obstetrics & Gynaecology. 2000: 20(1); 102.
6. Okpala OC, Adinma JIB, Ikechebelu JI. Assessment of the value of preliminary film at
Hysterosalpingography. West African Journal of Medicine. 2000. 19 (2); 105 – 106.
7. Ikechebelu JI, Adinma JIB, Onyejimbe UN, Amilo G. Influence of the labour Haematocrit on post
partum blood loss and fetal outcome. Tropical Journal of Medical Research. 2000: 4 (1): 27 –
8. Ikechebelu JI. Review of caesarean section at University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital (UNTH)
Enugu. Journal of College of Medicine. 2001. 6(2): 98 – 100.
9. Udigwe GO, Obiechina NJA, Ikechebelu JI, Udigwe IB. Venereal Disease Research Laboratory
(VDRL) Test in pregnancy – is it time to stop? Tropical Journal of Medical Research. 2001: 5
(2): 31 – 35.
10. Ikechebelu JI. Osuigwe AN. Influence of the quality of obstetric care on the caesarean section rate
and perinatal mortality. Tropical Doctor. 2002; 32(1): 54.
11. Ikechebelu JI, Adinma JIB, Ikegwuonu SO, Orie EF. Clinical Correlates of Unexplained
Infertility in Southeastern Nigeria. Tropical Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology. 2002: 19(1):
8-11.
12. Ikechebelu JI, Adinma JIB, Joe-Ikechebelu NN. Positional therapy for infertility associated with
uterine retroversion. Journal of College of Medicine. 2002: 7(1): 50-53
13. Udigwe GO, Udigwe BI, Ikechebelu JI. Contraceptive Practice in a Teaching Hospital in SouthEast
Nigeria. Journal
of
Obstetrics
&
Gynaecology.
2002.
22(3):
308-311.
14. Ikechebelu JI, Ikegwuonu SO, Joe-Ikechebelu NN. HIV Infection and Sexual Behaviour among
Infertile Women in Southeastern Nigeria. Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology. 2002. 22(3):
306 – 307.
15. Ikechebelu JI, Okoli CC. Review of Eclampsia at the Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching
Hospital, Nnewi, Nigeria. Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology. 2002. 22(3). 287 – 290.
16. Okafor PIS, Chianakwana GU, Ikechebelu JI. Early Repair of Iatrogenic Uretero–Vaginal Fistula
at Nnewi – A case report. Nigerian Journal of Orthopaedics and Trauma. 2002. 1(2): 121 –
123.
17. Osuigwe AN, Aghadi I, Ikechebelu JI, Okafor PIS. Amputation of the glans penis: A major
surgical complication from a minor urological procedure. African Journal of Urology. 2002.
8(4). 219 – 220.
18. Ibeh CC, Ikechebelu JI. Teenage Pregnancy: Knowledge and Attitude of Adolescents in Southeast
Nigeria. Journal of College of Medicine.2002: 7(2): 104 – 107.
19. Udigwe GO, Obiechina NJA, Ikechebelu JI. Episiotomies in primigravida, should it be a routine?
Tropical Journal of Medical Research. 2002: 6 (1): 3 – 7.
20. Adinma JIB, Ikechebelu JI, Onyejimbe UN, Amilo GI, Adinma ED. Influence of antenatal care on
the Haematocrit value of pregnant Nigerian Igbo women. Tropical Journal of Obstetrics &
Gynaecology. 2002: 19(2): 68 – 70.
21. Ikechebelu JI, Okoli CC. Morbidity and Mortality Following Illegal Induced Abortion in Nnewi,
Nigeria. Tropical Doctor. 2003: 33: 170 – 172.
22. Osuigwe AN, Ikechebelu JI. Lowering the caesarean section rate, a comparative study. Tropical
Journal of Medical Research. 2003: 7(1): 30 – 32.
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“Open mind is the moral essence of science”.
Update December 2023.
23. Ikechebelu JI. Assisted Reproduction Techniques (ART): The State of ART in Nigeria.
International Journal of Medicine and Health Development. 2003: 8(1): 1 – 6.
24. Ikechebelu JI, Adinma JIB, Orie EF, Ikegwuonu SO. High prevalence of male infertility in southeastern
Nigeria.
Journal
of
Obstetrics
&
Gynaecology.
2003:
23(6):
657
–
659.
25. Ikechebelu JI, Udigwe GO, Obi RA, Joe-Ikechebelu NN, Okoye IC. The Use of simple Ketamine
Anaesthesia for Day–case Diagnostic Laparoscopy. Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology.
2003: 23(6): 650 – 652.
26. Nwofor AME, Ikechebelu JI. Utero–Vesical fistula and bladder stones following bladder
penetration by a perforating intra-uterine contraceptive device. Journal of Obstetrics &
Gynaecology. 2003: 23(6): 683 – 684.
27. Ikechebelu JI, Obi RA, Osuigwe AN. Massive fetal ascites: vaginal delivery after transabdominal
paracentesis. Nigerian Journal of Clinical Practice. 2003: 6(2): 120 – 121.
28. Ikechebelu JI, Udigwe GO. Accuracy of clinical diagnosis of fetal distress. Journal of College of
Medicine. 2004: 9(1): 12 – 13.
29. Osuigwe AN, Ikechebelu JI, Okafor PIS. Circumcision Related Complications In The Male:
Experience amongst the Igbo race of Southeastern Nigeria. African Journal of Urology. 2004:
10(4): 246-251.
30. Ikechebelu JI, Obi RA, Joe-Ikechebelu NN. The Control of Postpartum Haemorrhage with
Intrauterine Foley’s Catheter. Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology. 2005: 25(1): 78 – 79.
31. Ikechebelu JI, Obi RA, Udigwe GO, Joe-Ikechebelu NN. Comparison of Carbondioxide and
Room Air Pneumoperitoneum for Day-case Diagnostic Laparoscopy. Journal of Obstetrics &
Gynaecology. 2005: 25(2): 172-173.
32. Ikechebelu JI, Onwusulu DN, Chukwugbo CN. Term Abdominal Pregnancy Misdiagnosed as
Abruptio Placenta. Nigerian Journal of clinical Practice. 2005. 8(1): 43 – 45.
33. Egbuonu I, Ezechukwu CC, Chukwuka JO, Ikechebelu JI. Breast-feeding, return of menses,
sexual activity and contraceptive practices among mothers in the first six months of lactation in
Onitsha, South Eastern Nigeria. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, 2005; 25(2): 500 – 503
34. Adinma JIB, Agbata AI, Ikechebelu JI. Pregnancy Loss: a Rare Consequence of Premenstrual
Endometrial Curettage for Infertility Management. Tropical Journal of Obstetrics &
Gynaecology. 2005: 22(1): 74 – 75.
35. Ikechebelu JI, Joe-Ikechebelu NN, Obiajulu FN. Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Family
Planning among Igbo Women of Southeastern, Nigeria. Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology.
2005. 25(8): 792 – 795.
36. Ikechebelu JI. Prevalence of gynaecological diseases in Nnewi Nigeria. Nigerian Journal of
clinical Practice. 2005: 8(2): 136 – 137.
37. Ikechebelu JI, Onwusulu DN. Displaced Intra-Uterine Contraceptive Device Causing Severe
Menorrhagia. Tropical Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology. 2006. 23(1): 70 – 71.
38. Ikechebelu JI, Onwusulu DN, Ele PU. Endometriosis Presenting as Pleural Effusion and
Haemorrhagic Ascites: a case report and review of the literature. Tropical Journal of Obstetrics
& Gynaecology. 2006: 23(1): 77 – 79.
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39. Chianakwana GU, Okafor PIS, Mbonu OO, Ikechebelu JI. Urological injuries following
gynaecological operations – our experience in a teaching hospital in Nigeria. West African
Journal of Medicine. 2006: 25(2); 153 – 156.
40. Ikechebelu JI,
Udigwe GO, Joe–Ikechebelu NN, Imoh LC. The Knowledge, Attitude and Practice
of Voluntary Counselling and Testing (VCT) for HIV/AIDS among undergraduates in a
Polytechnic in Southeast Nigeria. Nigerian Journal of Medicine. 2006: 15(3); 245 – 249.
41. Ikechebelu JI, Udigwe GO, Joe-Ikechebelu NN. Factors Influencing the Acceptance of HIV
Testing by Pregnant Women in Nnewi, Nigeria. Tropical Journal of Medical Research. 2006:
10(1); 1 – 5.
42. Ikechebelu JI, Maduabuchi J-MU, Ezeonu OL, Adigba EO, Nzegwu NC, Ugwueze CV,
Ezenwabachili AO, Agu LN. Sperm Count Profile of Men Presenting for Infertility Evaluation
in Nnewi, Nigeria. Tropical Journal of Medical Research. 2006: 10(1); 24 – 27.
43. Nnaji GA, Okafor CI, Ikechebelu JI. An Evaluation of the Effect of Parity and Age on Malaria in
Pregnancy. Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology. 2006: 26(8); 755 – 758.
44. Ikechebelu JI. Review of Prevention of Mother-To-Child Transmission of HIV. Tropical Journal
of Medical Research. 2006: 10(2); 16 – 21. Republish 2007: 11(1); 19 – 24.
45. Ikechebelu JI, Onwusulu DN. Placenta Praevia: Review of Clinical Presentation and Management
in a Nigerian Teaching Hospital. Nigerian Journal of Medicine. 2007: 16(1); 61 – 64.
46. Ikechebelu JI, Okeke CAF. Intrauterine insemination with controlled ovarian stimulation for
treatment of infertility: An audit of a new IUI programme in a low resource setting. Journal of
Obstetrics & Gynaecology. 2007: 27(1): 61 – 64.
47. Muula AS, Prozesky HW, Mataya RH, Ikechebelu JI. Prevalence of complications of male
circumcision in Anglophone Africa: a systematic review. BMC Urology. 2007, 7:4
doi:10.1186/1471-2490-7-4
48. Agbakoba NR, Adetosoye AI, Ikechebelu JI. Genital Mycoplasmas in Semen Samples of Males
Attending a Tertiary Care Hospital in Nigeria: Any Role in Sperm Count Reduction? Nigerian
Journal of clinical Practice. 2007: 10(2): 169 – 173.
49. Ikechebelu JI, Kalu S, Muozie A. HIV Counselling and Testing For Prevention of Mother – To –
Child Transmission: Impact of Cost of Testing and Counselling Method. Tropical Journal of
Medical Research. 2007: 11(1); 32 – 34.
50. Nnaji GA, Ikechebelu JI. An evaluation of the use of reported febrile illness in predicting malaria
in pregnancy. Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology. 2007: 27(8); 791 – 794.
51. Adamson S. Muula, Tharwat Sulaiman, Emmanuel Rudatsikira, Seter Siziya, Joseph I.
Ikechebelu, Kondwani Chalulu, Ronald H. Mataya. An estimation of operative time
requirements for the scaling-up of male circumcision in Malawi. The New Iraqi Journal of
Medicine. 2008: 4(1): 40 – 48.
52. Ikechebelu JI, Okeke CAF. Improving the Safety of Room Air Pneumoperitoneum for Diagnostic
Laparoscopy. Nigerian Journal of Clinical Practice. 2008. 11(2): 127 – 129.
53. Ikechebelu JI, Udigwe GO, Ezechukwu CC, Ndinechi AG, Joe–Ikechebelu NN. Sexual Abuse
Among Juvenile Female Street Hawkers in Anambra State, Nigeria. African Journal of
Reproductive Health. 2008: 12(2): 111 – 119.
54. Ikechebelu JI, Onyiorah IV, Ugbaja JO. Appendiceal endometriosis: a case report and literature
review. Nigerian Medical Journal. 2008. 49(2): 50 – 52.
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55. Akujobi CN, Ikechebelu JI, Onunkwo I, Onyiaorah IV. Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of
Screening for Cervical Cancer among Female Students of a Tertiary Institution in South Eastern
Nigeria. Nigerian Journal of Clinical Practice. 2008. 11(3): 216-219.
56. Ikechebelu JI, Mbamara SU. Laparoscopic Retrieval of Perforated Intrauterine Device. Nigerian
Journal of Clinical Practice. 2008. 11(4): 394 – 395.
57. Nnaji GA, Ikechebelu JI, Okafor CI. A Comparison of the Prevalence of Malaria Parasitaemia in
Pregnant and Non-Pregnant Women. Nigerian Journal of Medicine. 2009. 18(1): 47-51.
58. Ikechebelu JI, Mbamara SU, Ezike HA. Laparoscopically Assisted Vaginal Hysterectomy In
Southeast Nigeria – Case report. Nigerian Journal of Medicine. 2009: 18(1): 107-109.
59. Ikechebelu JI, Kalu SO, Nwajide J. HIV Infection prevalence among women visiting the HIV
counselling centre in Nnewi. Tropical Journal of Medical Research. 2009: 13(1); 42 – 44.
60. Ikechebelu JI, Onwusulu DN. Missing IUD String: Prevalence, Diagnosis and Retrieval in Nnewi,
Nigeria. Nigerian Journal of Medicine. 2009. 18(3): 303 – 305.
61. Anyadike NE, Meludu SC, Dioka CE, Sibeudu FT, Ikechebelu JI. Mineral Changes in Pregnant
Women in Nnewi, Anambra State. Tropical Journal of Medical Research. 2009. 13(2): 11 – 13.
62. Ikechebelu JI, Onwusulu DN. Review of Gynaecological Hysterectomies at a Nigerian Teaching
Hospital. Tropical Journal of Medical Research. 2009. 13(2): 18 – 21.
63. Ikechebelu JI, Mbamara SU, Joe-Ikechebebelu NN, Ezenwabachili AO. Sexual Practices of
People Living With HIV in South Eastern Nigeria. Nigerian Journal of Clinical Practice. 2009.
12(4); 416 – 420.
64. Ikechebelu JI, Ugbaja JO, Okeke CF. Reproductive outcome in infertile women with
clomiphene citrate resistant polycystic ovarian syndrome treated by laparoscopic ovarian
drilling. Tropical Journal of Laparo Endoscopy. 2010: 1(1); 33 – 38.
65. Ikechebelu JI, Eke NO, Eleje GU, Umeobika JC. Comparison of the diagnostic accuracy of
laparoscopy with dye test and hysterosalpingography in the evaluation of infertile women in
Nnewi, Nigeria. Tropical Journal of Laparo Endoscopy. 2010: 1(1); 39 – 44.
66. Ikechebelu JI, Onyiorah IV, Ugbaja JO, Anyiam DCD, Eleje GU. Clinico-pathological analysis of
cancer of the cervix seen in a tertiary health facility in Nnewi, South-East, Nigeria. Journal of
Obstetrics & Gynaecology. 2010: 30(3); 299 – 301.
67. Ikechebelu JI, Ezeama CO, Obiechina NJA. The Use of Tourniquet to Reduce Blood Loss at
Myomectomy. Nigerian Journal of Clinical Practice. 2010: 13(2); 154 – 158.
68. Ikechebelu JI, Mbamara SU, Okeke CAF. Pregnancy Following Laparoscopic Ovarian Drilling
for Clomiphene Resistant Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. Nigerian Journal of Clinical Practice.
2010: 13(2); 235 – 237.
69. Akabuike JC, Ikechebelu JI, Mbachu II, Eke NO, Ugboaja JO, Akabuike MN. Pregnancy
Outcome in HIV seropositive women booked at a tertiary healthcare institution in southeastern
Nigeria. Afrimedic Journal. 2010: 1(2); 28 – 33.
70. Ikechebelu JI, Mbamara SU, Afuba AN. Vaginal birth after one caesarean section: A review of
the practice at Nnewi, southeast Nigeria. J. Med. Med. Sci. 2010: 1(7); 309 – 313.
71. Ikechebelu JI, Eleje GU, Umeobika JC, Eke NO, Eke AC, Mbachu II. Prevalence and pattern of
intra-abdominal adhesions seen at diagnostic laparoscopy among infertile women with prior
open appendicectomy in Nnewi, south-east, Nigeria. J. Med. Med. Sci. 2010: 1(9); 391-394.
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72. Chukwu LC, Onyeonoro UU, Ikechebelu JI. Knowledge and practice of prevention of motherto-child
transmission among HIV-positive women of reproductive age in a tertiary hospital,
southeast Nigeria. Journal of Community Medicine & Primary Health Care. 2010: 22(1/2); 54 –
61.
73. Ikechebelu JI. Palm Crease Marking: can it predict the sex of the next child? West African
Journal of Assisted Reproduction. 2010: 1(1); 1 – 4.
74. Oluboyo AO, Orji DA, Onyenekwe CC, Afonne OJ, Oluboyo BO, Ikechebelu JI, Okeke AC,
Omo-Emmanuel K. Some Biometrical Parameters in Pre and Post Menopausal Women in
Nnewi Nigeria. Journal of Advancement in Medical and Pharmaceutical Science. 2010: 4(2);
19-23.
75. Ikechebelu JI, Ugbaja JO, Okeke CF. Post Caesarean Vesico-Uterine Fistula: Youssef
Syndrome. A Report of Two Cases. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology Research. 2011 Jul;
37(7): 912-5. doi: 10.1111/j.1447-0756.2010.01428.x. Epub 2011 Mar 13.
76. Ikechebelu JI, Ugboaja JO, Kalu SO, Ugochukwu EF. The Outcome of Prevention of Mother–
to–Child Transmission (PMTCT) of HIV Infection Programme in Nnewi, Southeast Nigeria.
Nigerian Journal of Medicine. 2011: 20(4); 421 – 425.
77. Ikechebelu JI, Mbamara SU. Should Laparoscopy and dye test be a first-line evaluation in
infertile women in Southeast Nigeria? Nigerian Journal of Medicine. 2011: 20(4); 462 – 465.
78. Nwabueze SA, Adogu PO, Ilika AL, Uchefuna NC, Ikechebelu JI. Knowledge, Attitude,
Beliefs and Perception of HIV Positive Women Towards PMTCT Program Services in NAUTH
Nnewi, Nigeria. Orient Journal of Medicine. 2011, 23(2-4); 30 – 37
79. Ikechebelu JI, Eleje GU. Heterotopic pregnancy following intrauterine insemination: successful
management with salpingectomy and continuation of intrauterine pregnancy. Nigerian Journal
of Clinical Practice. 2012: 15(2); 241-243.
80. Adogu PO, Nwabueze SA, Adinma ED, Ilika AL, Ikechebelu JI. Infant feeding choices and
practices as risk factors of Mother-To-Child Transmission of HIV among exposed infants in
Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital Nnewi. Afrimedic Journal. 2012: 3(1); 7-12.
81. Ikechebelu JI, Eleje GU, Okpala BC, Onyiaorah IV, Umeobika JC, Onyegbule OA, Ejikeme BT.
Vaginal myomectomy of a prolapsed gangrenous cervical leiomyoma: A case report. Nigerian
Journal of Clinical Practice. 2012: 15(3); 358-360.
82. Okwelogu IS, Azuike EC, Ikechebelu JI, Nnebue CKC. In-Vitro Fertilization Practice: Awareness
and Perceptions among Women Attending Fertility Clinics in Okija, Anambra State, Nigeria.
Afrimedic Journal. 2012: 3(2); 5-10.
83. Manafa PO, Chukwuanukwu RC, Ugochukwu CP, Ikechebelu JI, Onyenekwe CC, Oluboyo AO,
Ezekwueme NE, Onyemelukwe AO, Ezeugwunne IP, Ibeh NC. Assessment of Lipid Profile in
HIV Seropositive Pregnant Women attending Ante-Natal Clinic in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
Teaching Hospital, Nnewi, Anambra State, Nigeria. Orient Journal of Medicine. 2012: 24(3-4);
40-44.
84. Nwabueze SA, Adogu PO, Adinma ED, Ifeadike CO, Nnebue CC, Ilika AL, Ikechebelu JI.
Determinants of the subjective health status of HIV positive mothers in NAUTH Nnewi.
Nigerian Journal of Medicine. 2012; 21(4): 381-6.
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85. Ezeama CO, Ikechebelu JI, Obiechina NJ Ezeama NN. Clinical Presentation of Uterine Fibroids
in Nnewi, Nigeria: A 5-year Review. Annals of Medical and Health Science Research. 2012:
2(2); 114-8. PMID: 23440007.
86. Oluboyo AO, Nnamah NK, Onyenekwe CC, Ikechebelu JI, Manafa PO, Okwara JE, Amah UK,
Ihim A. Assessment of Serum Prostate Specific Antigen and Fertility Hormones in Male
Subjects Attending Fertility Clinic at Nnewi, South Eastern Nigeria. International Journal of
Physical and Analytical Sciences. 2013: 1(1); 19-23.
87. Ikechebelu JI. Experience with diagnostic laparoscopy for gynaecological indications. Nigerian
Journal of Clinical Practice. 2013: 16(2):155-8. PMID: 23563453.
88. Agboghoroma CO, Sagay SA, Ikechebelu JI. Nigerian prevention of mother to child
transmission of human immunodeficiency virus program: The journey so far. Journal of HIV
and Human Reproduction. 2013, 1(1):1-7.
89. Umeononihu OS, Ikechebelu JI, Okonkwo JEN, Udigwe GO, Mbachu II. The prevalence of
HIV seropositivity in late pregnancy among antenatal attendees with seronegative status in the
first half of pregnancy in Nnewi, South East Nigeria. Journal of HIV and Human Reproduction.
2013: 1(1); 25-29.
90. Joe-Ikechebelu NN, Mbamara SU, Ikechebelu JI. Familial trend in polycystic ovarian
syndrome: Report of two cases. Annals of African Medicine. 2013. 12(3): 182-4. doi:
10.4103/1596-3519.117630. PMID: 24005592.
91. Ezeama CO, Eleje GU, Ezeama NN, Igwegbe AO, Ikechebelu JI, Ugboaja JO, Ezebialu IU, Eke
AC. A comparison of prophylactic intramuscular ergometrine and oxytocin for women in the
third stage of labour. International Journal of Gynaecology & Obstetrics. 2014. 124(1): 67-71.
doi: 10.1016/j.ijgo.2013.07.020. PMID: 24365208.
92. Eleje GU, Adinma JI, Ghasi S, Ikechebelu JI, Igwegbe AO, Okonkwo JE, Okafor CI, Ezeama
CO, Ezebialu IU, Ogbuagu CN. Antibiotic susceptibility pattern of genital tract bacteria in
pregnant women with preterm premature rupture of membranes in a resource-limited setting.
International Journal of Gynaecology & Obstetrics. 2014: 127(1): 10-14. S00207292(14)00302-6.
doi:10.1016/j.ijgo.
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93. Ikechebelu JI, Eleje GU, Ugochukwu EF, Edokwe ES. Should we Redefine the Age of Fetal
Viability in Nigeria? A Case Report of Newborn Survival from Pre-Viable Pre-Labor Rupture
of Membranes. Journal of Women’s Health, Issues & Care. 2014: 3(3); 2-4.
doi:http://dx.doi.org/10.4172/2325-9795.1000142.
94. Ezeama CO, Eleje GU, Okonkwo T, Ikechebelu JI. Partner human immunodeficiency virus
sero-discordance in Nnewi, Nigeria. Journal of HIV and Human Reproduction. 2014: 2(1); 2-7.
95. Ikechebelu JI. HIV prevalence in Nigeria on the decline. Journal of HIV and Human
Reproduction 2014: 2 (1), 1-1.
96. Kalu SO, Reynolds F, Petra GB, Ikechebelu JI, Dada MO, Oluboyo BO, Igwegbe AO. Infant
Feeding Choices Practiced among HIV Positive Mothers Attending a Prevention of Mother to
Child Transmission (PMTCT) of HIV Program in Nnewi, Nigeria. Journal of AIDS and Clinical
Research. 2014: 5(5); 300. doi: 10.4172/2155-6113.1000300
97. Eleje GU, Ezugwu EC, Ogunyemi D, Eleje LI, Ikechebelu JI, Igwegbe AO, Okonkwo JE,
Ikpeze OC, Udigwe GO, Onah HE, Nwosu BO, Ezeama CO, Ezenkwele EP. Accuracy and cost
analysis of placental alpha microglobulin 1 test in the diagnosis of premature rupture of fetal
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membranes in resource-limited community settings. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Research. 2014: 41 (1), 29-38. doi: 10.1111/jog.12475. PMID: 25164109.
98. Eleje GU, JI Adinma, S Ghasi, JI Ikechebelu, AO Igwegbe, JE Okonkwo, et.al. Antibiotic
susceptibility pattern of genital tract bacteria in pregnant women with preterm premature rupture
of membranes in a resource-limited setting. International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics.
2014: 127(1), 10-14.
99. Obiora JA, Ikechebelu JI, Eleje GU, Joe-Ikechebelu NN. Knowledge and Attitude of Nurses
towards IVF; A Prospective Cohort Study. Obstet Gynecol Cases Rev. 2014, 1. 005.
100. Ikechebelu JI, Eleje GU, Ofojebe CJ. True umbilical cord knot leading to fetal demise. Annals
of Medical and Health Sciences Research. 2014: 4(8), 155-158.
101. Oladapo OT, OO Adetoro, BA Ekele, C Chama, SJ Etuk, AP Aboyeji, …JI Ikechebelu et. al.
When getting there is not enough: a nationwide cross-sectional study of 998 maternal deaths and
1451 near misses in public tertiary hospitals in a low-income country. British Journal of
Obstetrics & Gynaecology 2015: 123(6); 928-938. doi: 10.1111/1471-0528.13450.
102. Ikechebelu JI, Eleje GU, Okafor CD, Akintobi AO (2015) Endometriosis Seen at Diagnostic
Laparoscopy for Women with Infertility. Journal of Gynecological Research & Obstetrics. 1(1):
006-009. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.17352/jgro.000002.
103. Eleje GU, Adinma JI, Ugwuanyi DC, Ikechebelu JI, Okafor CI, Ezeama CO, Ogbuagu CN.
Genital tract microbial isolate in women with preterm pre-labour rupture of membranes in
resource-constrained community setting. Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology. 2015: 35 (5),
465-468. PMID: 25358030.
104. Eleje GU, Ezugwu EC, Eke AC, Eleje LI, Ikechebelu JI, Afiadigwe EA, et. al. Diagnostic
performance of placental alpha-microglobulin-1 test in women with prolonged pre-labour
rupture of membranes. The Journal of Maternal-Fetal & Neonatal Medicine, 2015: 29(8) 1-6.
105. Ikechebelu JI, Eleje GU, Akintobi AO, Umeobika JC, Eke NO. Adjuvant Laparoscopy for
primary amenorrhoea. Clinical Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive Medicine. 2015: 1(1);
25-29. DOI: 10.15761/COGRM.1000108
106. Eleje GU, Onwusulu DN, Ezeama CO, Afiadigwe EA, Eke AC,…Ikechebelu JI et. al.
Perceptions of focused prenatal care among women attending two tertiary centres in Nigeria.
International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics. 2015: 131 (2), 174-177. Doi:
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107. Onyiaorah IV, Eleje GU, Nwankwo KC, Ikechebelu JI, Joe-Ikechebelu NN. Attitudes of
Physicians to the Policy of Mandatory Use of Chaperone in Clinical Practice. Journal of
Gynecology Research. 2016: 2 (1), 102. doi: 10.15744/2454-3284.2.102
108. Ikechebelu JI, Eleje GU, Ibadin K, Joe-Ikechebelu NN, Nwaefulu K, Okwelogu S. Outcome of
in vitro fertilization procedure at a private fertility centre in Nnewi, South-East Nigeria. African
Journal for Infertility and Assisted Conception. 2016: 1 (1), 2-5
109. Ilika VC, Nnebue CC, Joe-Ikechebelu NN, Anyanwu CP, Ilika AL, Ikechebelu JI. Sexual
Behavioral Pattern, Cervical Cancer Awareness and Screening Practices among Female
Undergraduate Students of Public Universities in Anambra State, Nigeria. American Journal of
Cancer Prevention. 2016: 4 (2), 26-32.
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110. Ikechebelu JI, Eleje GU, Onyiaorah IV, Ukah CO. Spontaneous Synchronous Tubal Pregnancy
with Prior Successful in Vitro Fertilization and Embryo Transfer A Case Report. Journal of
Reproductive Medicine. 2016: 61 (9-10), 519-523.
111. Eleje GU, Eke AC, Ezebialu IU, Ikechebelu JI, Ugwu EO, Okonkwo OO. Risk-reducing
bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy in women with BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutations. Cochrane
Database of Systematic Reviews 2016, Issue 12. Art. No.: CD012464. DOI:
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112. Eleje GU, Ezugwu EC, Eke AC, Eleje LI, Ikechebelu JI, Afiadigwe EA, …et. al. Diagnostic
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113. Eleje GU, Ezugwu EC, Eke AC, Ikechebelu JI, Obiora CC, Ojiegbe NO, … et.al. Comparison
of the duo of insulin-like growth factor binding protein-1/alpha fetoprotein (Amnioquick
duo+®) and traditional clinical assessment for diagnosing premature rupture of fetal
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114. Eleje GU, Edokwe ES, Ikechebelu JI, Onubogu CU, Ugochukwu EF, … et.al. Mother-to-child
transmission of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) among HIV-infected pregnant women
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117. Woman Trial Collaborators. Effect of early tranexamic acid administration on mortality,
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international, randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. The Lancet. 2017 May 27;
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118. Ikechebelu JI, Okafor CD, Eke NO. Laparoscopic Salpingectomy for Ruptured Tubal Ectopic
Pregnancy: A Case Report. Annals of Medical and Health Sciences Research. 2017; 7:203-205
119. Eleje GU, Ikechebelu JI, Eke AC, Okam PC, Ezebialu IU, Ilika CP. Cervical cerclage in
combination with other treatments for preventing preterm birth in singleton pregnancies. The
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120. Okafor NI, Joe-Ikechebelu NN, Ikechebelu JI. Perceptions of Infertility and In Vitro
Fertilization Treatment among Married Couples in Anambra State, Nigeria. African Journal of
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121. Okafor CD, Meludu SC, Nwaefulu K, Ikechebelu JI, Dioka CE, Obi U. Comparison of serum
oxidative stress markers among male partners of fertile and infertile couple at Nnamdi Azikiwe
University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi, Anambra State, Nigeria. Journal of Scientific and
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122. Ikechebelu JI, Eleje GU, Eke NO. Hysteroscopic removal of retained intrauterine fetal bone
causing chronic pelvic pain. Nigerian Journal of Surgical Sciences. 2017: 27(1); 30-32
123. Ikechebelu JI, Ibadin K, Joe-Ikechebelu NN, Nwajiaku LA, Nwaefulu K, Okwelogu SI. A
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125. Ikechebelu JI, Eleje GU, Bhamare P, Joe-Ikechebelu NN, Okafor CD, Akintobi AO. Fertility
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126. Eleje GU, Eke AC, Ezebialu IU, Ikechebelu JI, Ugwu EO, Okonkwo OO. Risk-reducing
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127. Eleje GU, Edokwe ES, Ikechebelu JI, Onubogu CU, Ugochukwu EF, Okam PC, Ibekwe
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147. Ugwu EO, Eleje GU, Ugwu AO, Nwagha UI, Ikechebelu JI, Umeh UA, Okafor HU.
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186. Ugwu EO, Eleje GU, Ugwu AO, Nwagha UI, Ikechebelu JI, Umeh UA, Okafor HU.
Antivirals for prevention of hepatitis B virus mother‐to‐child transmission in human
immunodeficiency virus-positive pregnant women co‐infected with hepatitis B virus. Cochrane
Database of Systematic Reviews 2023, Issue 6. Art. No.: CD013653. DOI:
10.1002/14651858.CD013653.pub2.
187. Ikechebelu JI, Dim CC, Okpala BC, Eleje GU, Joe-Ikechebelu NN, Echezona DM, et al.
Comparison of pregnancy outcomes of triangular 3-bites and McDonald techniques of cervical
cerclage in women with cervical insufficiency: A pilot study. Niger J Clin Pract 2023;26:630-5.
DOI:10.4103/njcp.njcp_830_22
188. Richard O Egeonu, George U Eleje, Joseph I Ikechebelu, Joseph O Ugboaja, Osita S
Umeononihu, Chukwuemeka C Okoro, Chigozie Geoffrey Okafor, Emmanuel O Ugwu,
Chukwunonso Isaiah Enechukwu, Arinze A Onwuegbuna, Chika Ifeoma Ofiaeli, Malarchy E
Nwankwo, Nnanyereugo L Onah, Chidiebele M Ezeude, Chijioke O Ezeigwe, Boniface U Odugu,
Sylvester O Nweze, Ifeanyi J Onyekpa, Michel C Egbuniwe, JohnBosco E Mamah Comparison of
Serum Oxidative Stress Markers of Malondialdehyde and Total Antioxidant Capacity Between
39
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Update December 2023.
Women with Infertility Due to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Tubal Factor. Int Gyn &
Women’s Health 5(4)- 2023. IGWHC.MS.ID.000220. DOI: 10.32474/IGWHC.2023.05.000220
189. Eleje GU, Loto OM, Usman HA, Onubogu CU, Fiebai PO, Akaba GO, Rabiu A, Mbachu II,
Chibuzor MT, Chukwuanukwu RC, Joe-Ikechebelu NN, Igbodike EP, Egeonu RO, Oppah IC,
Ogwaluonye UC, Nwankwo CH, Kalu SO, Chigbo CG, Ogbuagu CN, Chukwurah SN,
Uzochukwu CE, Ahmed A, Jibuaku CH, Inuyomi SO, Adesoji BA, Anyang UI, Emeka EA, Igue
OE, Okoro OD, Aja PO, Chidozie CP, Ibrahim HS, Aliyu FE, Ugwuoroko HC, Numan AI,
Omoruyi SA, Umeononihu OS, Okoro CC, Nwaeju IK, Onwuegbuna AA, Eleje LI, Ikwuka DC,
Umeh EO, Nweje SI, Ajuba IC, Ugwu AO, Ebubedike UR, Malachy DE, Okafor CG, Obiegbu
NP, Ugwu EO, Yakasai IA, Ezechi OC, Ikechebelu JI. A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
of the Prevalence of Triplex Infections (Combined Human Immunodeficiency Virus, Hepatitis B
Virus, and Hepatitis C Virus) among Pregnant Women in Nigeria. Obstet Gynecol Int. 2023 Jul
17;2023:3551297. doi: 10.1155/2023/3551297. PMID: 37492627; PMCID: PMC10365920.
190. Okwara JE, Ahaneku JE, Onyenekwe CC, Udigwe GO, Ikechebelu JI, Okwara EC, et al.
Pregnancy-associated plasma protein-A, progesterone, and oestriol levels and some birth
outcomes in HIV-seropositive pregnant women at Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital,
Nnewi, Nigeria. Niger J Med 2023;32:259-67.
191. Okwara JE, Ahaneku JE, Onyenekwe CC, Udigwe GO, Ikechebelu JI, Okwara EC, et al.
Assessment of antinuclear antibodies, anti-beta 2-glycoprotein-1, and thyroid peroxidase
autoantibody levels in human immunodeficiency virus seropositive pregnant women at Nnamdi
Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi Nigeria. Niger J Med 2023;32:302-8.
192. CC Okoro, OC Ikpeze, GU Eleje, GO Udigwe, CO Ezeama, JO Ugboaja, JI Ikechebelu …
Association between serum vitamin D status and uterine leiomyomas: a case-control study.
Korean Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology. Oct. 17,2023.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5468/ogs.23143
193. JI Ikechebelu, CC Dim, BC Okpala, GU Eleje, NN Joe-Ikechebelu, DM Echezona, MC
Nnoruka, LA Nwajiaku, CE Nwachukwu, PC Okam, AI Chigozie, AN Okpala, EP Igbodike.
Comparison of Pregnancy Outcomes of Triangular 3-Bites and McDonald Techniques of Cervical
Cerclage in Women with Cervical Insufficiency: A Pilot Study. Nigerian Journal of Clinical
Practice 26 (5), 630-635.
194. Eleje GU, Nwagha UI, Ezebialu IU, Ugwu EO, Ekwuazi KE, Ikechebelu JI, et al. Neutrophil
Elastase as a Predictor of Delivery in Pregnant Women with Preterm Labour. Explor Res
Hypothesis Med. Published online: Oct 27, 2023. doi: 10.14218/ERHM.2023.00032.
ii. TECHNICAL REPORTS:
1. National Guidelines on Prevention of Mother–To–Child Transmission of HIV (PMTCT). 2
nd Edition. Federal Ministry of Health, Abuja. 2005. Editorial Team Member/Contributor.
2. National Guidelines on Prevention of Mother–To–Child Transmission of HIV (PMTCT). 3rd
Edition. Federal Ministry of Health, Abuja. 2007. Contributor.
3. Nigeria Curriculum on Prevention of Mother–to–Child Transmission of HIV (PMTCT).
Trainer’s Manual. 2nd
Edition. Federal Ministry of Health, Abuja. July 2007. Contributor.
4. Nigeria Curriculum on Prevention of Mother–to–Child Transmission of HIV (PMTCT).
Participant Manual. 2nd
Edition. Federal Ministry of Health, Abuja. July 2007. Contributor.
5. Standard Operating Procedures on Prevention of Mother–to–Child Transmission of HIV
(PMTCT). 1st Edition. Federal Ministry of Health, Abuja. July 2007. Contributor.
6. National Guidelines on Prevention of Mother–To–Child Transmission of HIV (PMTCT). 4th Edition. Federal Ministry of Health, Abuja. 2010. Contributor.
iii. BOOKS:
1. NAUTH Handbook of OBGYN Care. Edited by Joseph Ikechebelu. Master Print, Ogidi
Nigeria. Dec. 2009.
2. Manual of Basic Course in Minimal Access Surgery. Edited by Joseph Ikechebelu. Master
Print, Ogidi Nigeria. Dec. 2010
3. Handbook of OBGYN Care. 2nd Edition. Eds Ikechebelu JI, Okafor CI, Eleje GU. Master Print,
Ogidi Nigeria. Dec. 2017.
4. Gynaecological Endoscopy Surgery: Basic Concepts. Eds Okohue JE, Ikechebelu JI, Ola B,
Kalu E, Ibeanu O. Springer, Cham. Dec. 2022.
iv. CHAPTERS IN BOOKS
1. Ikechebelu JI. Obstetrics & Gynaecological Emergencies. In Nwosu SNN (Ed). NAUTH
Emergency Care Handbook. Rex Charles & Patrick Publishers, Nimo Anambra State, Nigeria.
2014: Pp 149-171.
2. Ikechebelu JI and Meludu SC. Plasma lipids and lipoproteins and regulation of their metabolism.
In Emuveyan EE et al (Eds). Basic Science of Obstetrics and Gynaecology for Postgraduates.
Jezley Nig Ltd, Lagos Nigeria. 2016: Pp 291-301.
3. Ikechebelu JI and Okohue JE. Endoscopy in Gynaecology. In Kwawukume EY, Ekele BA,
Danso KA, Emuveyan EE (Eds). Comprehensive Gynaecology in the Tropics. Assemblies of God
Lit Centre, Accra-North Ghana. 2017:
4. Ikechebelu JI and Otubu JAM. Endoscopy in Gynaecological Surgery. In Otubu JAM, Abudu
(Ed) Agbola Textbook of Obstetrics & Gynaecology for the Tropics.
5. Ikechebelu JI, Okorochukwu B, Okoro C. Laparoscopy and Hysteroscopy Surgery
Instruments/Equipment. In Okohue JE, Ikechebelu JI, Ola B, Kalu E, Ibeanu O (Eds).
Gynaecological Endoscopy Surgery: Basic Concepts. Springer, Cham. Dec. 2022.
https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-86768-3_2
6. Ikechebelu JI, Okpala BC, Ezenkwele EP. Laparoscopy Entry/Access Techniques. In Okohue JE,
Ikechebelu JI, Ola B, Kalu E, Ibeanu O (Eds). Gynaecological Endoscopy Surgery: Basic
Concepts. Springer, Cham. Dec. 2022. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-86768-3_10
7. Ikechebelu JI, Ezeama CO. The Electrosurgical Unit: Basic principles and practice. In Okohue
JE, Ikechebelu JI, Ola B, Kalu E, Ibeanu O (Eds). Gynaecological Endoscopy Surgery: Basic
Concepts. Springer, Cham. Dec. 2022. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-86768-3_4
8. Ikechebelu JI, Eleje GU. Laparoscopic guided Hysteroscopic Tubal Cannulation [Endoscopic
Tubal Cannulation]. In Okohue JE, Ikechebelu JI, Ola B, Kalu E, Ibeanu O (Eds). Gynaecological
Endoscopy Surgery: Basic Concepts. Springer, Cham. Dec. 2022. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3030-86768-3_17
9. Nwachukwu CE, Deshpande S, Ikechebelu JI. Anaesthesia for Laparoscopic Surgery. In Okohue
JE, Ikechebelu JI, Ola B, Kalu E, Ibeanu O (Eds). Gynaecological Endoscopy Surgery: Basic
Concepts. Springer, Cham. Dec. 2022. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-86768-3_8
v. SELECTED CONFERENCE PAPERS:
1. Ikechebelu JI, Eleje GU, Umeobika JC, Eke NO. Laparoscopic evaluation of patients with
primary Amenorrhoea: case series seen in Nnewi, Nigeria. Presented at 45th Annual General
Meeting / Scientific Conference of the Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics of Nigeria
(SOGON), Held at Premier Hotel Ibadan, Nigeria. 22nd – 26 Nov. 2011. Cited in Tropical
Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology. 2011: 28(Supp. 1); S18.
2. Ikechebelu JI, Eleje GU, Ikebuaso CF, Ofojebe CJ. True umbilical cord knot leading to fetal
demise: a case report. Presented at 45th
Annual General Meeting / Scientific Conference of the
Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics of Nigeria (SOGON), Held at Premier Hotel Ibadan,
Nigeria. 22nd – 26 Nov. 2011. Cited in Tropical Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology. 2011:
28(Supp. 1); S67.
3. Ikechebelu JI, Eleje GU, Umeobika JC, Eke NO, Eka AC, Mbachu II. Prevalence and pattern of
adhesions seen at diagnostic laparoscopy among infertile women with prior open appendectomy in
Nnewi, Southeast Nigeria. Presented at 1st Congress of African Society for Gynaecological
Endoscopy Surgery. Held at Palace du Congre Yaounde, Cameroon. March 8 – 12, 2010.
4. Ikechebelu JI, Eleje GU, Eka NO, Mbachu II, Umeobika JC. Review of gynaecological
laparoscopy at Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi Southeast Nigeria.
Presented at 1st Congress of African Society for Gynaecological Endoscopy Surgery. Held at
Palace du Congre Yaounde, Cameroon. March 8 – 12, 2010.
5. Ikechebelu JI, Eleje GU, Umeobika JC, Eke NO, Eka AC, Mbachu II. Comparison of the
diagnostic accuracy of laparoscopy with dye test and hysterosalpingography in the evaluation of
infertile women in Nnewi, Nigeria, Presented at 1st Congress of African Society for
Gynaecological Endoscopy Surgery. Held at Palace du Congre Yaounde, Cameroon. March 8 –
12, 2010.
3. Ikechebelu JI, Ugboaja JO, Kalu SO, Igboelina DO. The outcome of prevention of mother-tochild
Transmission (PMTCT) of HIV infection programme in Nnewi, southeast Nigeria. Presented at 43rd
Annual General Meeting / Scientific Conference of the Society of Gynaecology and
Obstetrics of Nigeria (SOGON), Held at Afficient Conference Centre, Kano Nigeria. 17th – 21
Nov. 2009. Cited in Tropical Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology. 2009: 26(Supp. 1); S26.
6. Ikechebelu JI, Ugboaja JO, Okeke CAF. Outcome of laparoscopic ovarian drilling in clomiphene
citrate-resistant women with polycystic ovarian syndrome. Presented at 43rd Annual General
Meeting / Scientific Conference of the Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics of Nigeria
(SOGON), Held at Afficient Conference Centre, Kano Nigeria. 17
th
st
– 21
Nov. 2009. Cited in
Tropical Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology. 2009: 26(Supp. 1); S33.
7. Ikechebelu JI, Eleje GU, Ugboaja JO, Eke NO, Ezeama C, Eke AC. Endometriosis seen at
laparoscopy on infertile women in south-east Nigeria. Presented at 43
rd
Annual General Meeting /
Scientific Conference of the Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics of Nigeria (SOGON), Held at
Afficient Conference Centre, Kano Nigeria. 17
th
st
– 21
Nov. 2009. Cited in Tropical Journal of
Obstetrics & Gynaecology. 2009, 26 (Supp. 1); S38.
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8. Ikechebelu JI, Mbamara SU, Okeke CAF. Conversion Rate at Diagnostic Laparoscopy for
Gynaecological Indications. Presented at 43
rd
Annual General Meeting / Scientific Conference of
the Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics of Nigeria (SOGON), Held at Afficient Conference
Centre, Kano Nigeria. 17
th
st
– 21
Nov. 2009. Cited in Tropical Journal of Obstetrics &
Gynaecology. 2009, 26 (Supp. 1); S39.
9. Akabuike JC, Ugboaja JO, Ikechebelu JI, Igwegbe AO. Pregnancy outcome in HIV seropositive
women booked at Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital Nnewi, Nigeria. Presented at
43
rd
Annual General Meeting / Scientific Conference of the Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics
of Nigeria (SOGON), Held at Afficient Conference Centre, Kano Nigeria. 17
th
st
– 21
Nov. 2009.
Cited in Tropical Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology. 2009, 26 (Supp. 1); S23.
10.Ikechebelu JI, Mbamara SU, Ezike HA. Laparoscopically Assisted Vaginal Hysterectomy in
Southeast Nigeria – Case report. Presented at 42
nd
Annual General Meeting / Scientific Conference
of the Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics of Nigeria (SOGON), Held at Protea Hotel Nike
Lake Resort, Enugu Nigeria. 19
th
nd
– 22
Nov. 2008
11.Ikechebelu JI, Mbamara SU, Okeke CAF. Pregnancy Following Laparoscopic Ovarian Drilling
for PCOs. Presented at 42
nd
Annual General Meeting / Scientific Conference of the Society of
Gynaecology and Obstetrics of Nigeria (SOGON), Held at Protea Hotel Nike Lake Resort, Enugu
Nigeria. 19
th
nd
– 22
Nov. 2008
12.Ikechebelu JI, Udigwe GO, Ezeama CO. Trend of HIV Sero-prevalence in Pregnant Women in
Anambra State. Presented at 42
nd
Annual General Meeting / Scientific Conference of the Society
of Gynaecology and Obstetrics of Nigeria (SOGON), Held at Protea Hotel Nike Lake Resort,
Enugu Nigeria. 19
th
nd
– 22
Nov. 2008
13.Ikechebelu JI, Ezeama CO, Udigwe GO. Partner Discordance among HIV Positive Pregnant
Women in a PMTCT Programme. Presented at 42
nd
Annual General Meeting / Scientific
Conference of the Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics of Nigeria (SOGON), Held at Protea
Hotel Nike Lake Resort, Enugu Nigeria. 19
th
nd
– 22
Nov. 2008
14.Ikechebelu JI, Ezeama CO, Udigwe GO. Infant Feeding Choice of HIV Positive Pregnant
Women in a PMTCT Programme. Presented at 42
nd
Annual General Meeting / Scientific
Conference of the Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics of Nigeria (SOGON), Held at Protea
Hotel Nike Lake Resort, Enugu Nigeria. 19
th
nd
– 22
Nov. 2008.
15.Ikechebelu JI, Mbamara SU, Ugboaja JO. Laparoscopic Findings in Infertile Women in Southeast
Nigeria. Presented at 41
st
Annual General Meeting / Scientific Conference of the Society of
Gynaecology and Obstetrics of Nigeria (SOGON), Held at Benin City, Nigeria. 14
th
th
– 17
Nov.
2007.
16.Ikechebelu JI, Mbamara SU, Joe-Ikechebelu NN, Ezenwabachili AO. Sexual practices of people
living with HIV in Nnewi Nigeria. Presented at the Annual General/Scientific conference of the
Nigerian Medical Association Anambra State (Nnewi 2007), Held at White Castle Hotels Neni on
Saturday 23
rd
June 2007.
17.Ikechebelu JI, Mbamara SU, Afuba AN. Audit of vaginal birth after caesarean section in a
Nigerian teaching hospital. Presented at the Annual General/Scientific conference of the Nigerian
Medical Association Anambra State (Nnewi 2007), Held at White Castle Hotels Neni on Saturday
23
rd
June 2007.
18.Ikechebelu JI. Palm Crease marking: can it predict the sex of the next child? Presented at 7
th
International Scientific Conference and 40
th
Annual General Meeting of the Society of
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Gynaecology and Obstetrics of Nigeria (SOGON), Held at International Conference Centre Abuja,
Nigeria. 21
st
th
– 26
Nov. 2006.
19.Ikechebelu JI, Onwusulu DN, Ilika A, Ezekwem PC. Sexual Behaviour in Pregnancy and
Postpartum Amongst Women in Nnewi, Nigeria. Presented at 7
th
International Scientific
Conference and 40
th
Annual General Meeting of the Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics of
Nigeria (SOGON), Held at International Conference Centre Abuja, Nigeria. 21
st
th
– 26
Nov. 2006.
20.Nnaji GA, Okafor CI, Ikechebelu JI. Comparison of Malaria Parasitaemia in Pregnant and nonPregnant
Women
in
Nnewi,
Nigeria.
Presented
at
7
th
International Scientific Conference and 40
th
Annual General Meeting of the Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics of Nigeria (SOGON), Held
at International Conference Centre Abuja, Nigeria. 21
st
th
– 26
Nov. 2006.
21.Onwusulu DN, Ikechebelu JI. Awareness and Attitude towards Female Genital Mutilation
amongst Students of a Nigerian University. Presented at 7
th
International Scientific Conference and
th
40
Annual General Meeting of the Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics of Nigeria (SOGON),
Held at International Conference Centre Abuja, Nigeria. 21
st
th
– 26
Nov. 2006.
22.Udemezue OO, Okafor CI, Okafor CO, Ikechebelu JI, Akpuaka FC, Anibeze CIP. Assessment of
gestational age based on ultrasonic measurement of fetal humerus length (HL) among the Ibos of
southeast Nigeria. Presented at the 6
th
Scientific Conference / AGM of Anatomical Society of
Eastern Nigeria, Nnewi 2006.
23. Udemezue OO, Okafor CI, Okafor CO, Ikechebelu JI, Akpuaka FC, Anibeze CIP. The CrownRump
Length
(CRL)
of
the
Ibos
of
Southeast
Nigeria.
Presented
at
the
6
th
Scientific Conference /
AGM of Anatomical Society of Eastern Nigeria, Nnewi 2006.
24. Ikechebelu JI, Onwusulu DN, Ele PU. Endometriosis Presenting as Pleural Effusion and
Haemorrhagic Ascites. Presented at 39
th
Annual General Conference of the Society of
Gynaecology and Obstetrics of Nigeria (SOGON), Held at Premier Hotel Ibadan, Nigeria. 22
nd
–
th
25
Nov. 2005.
25. Ikechebelu JI, Okeke CAF. Improving the Safety of Room Air Pneumoperitoneum for
Diagnostic Laparoscopy. Presented at the Scientific Conference of the Medical Research Society
NAUTH Nnewi. Held at College Board room Nnewi on Friday 5
th
August 2005.
26. Ikechebelu JI, Onwusulu DN. Placenta Praevia: Review of Clinical Presentation and
Management in a Nigerian Teaching Hospital. Presented at the Scientific Conference of the
Medical Research Society NAUTH Nnewi. Held at College Board room Nnewi on Friday 5
th
August 2005.
27. Ezeonu OL, Maduabuchi J-MU, Adigba EO, Nzegwu NC, Ugwueze CV, Agu LN, Ezenwabachili
AO, Ikechebelu JI. The pattern of semen analysis of men presenting with infertility in Nnewi,
Nigeria. Presented at the Scientific Conference of the Medical Research Society NAUTH Nnewi.
Held at College Board room Nnewi on Friday 5
th
August 2005.
28. Ikechebelu JI, Obi RA, Udigwe GO, Joe-Ikechebelu NN. The use of Carbondioxide (CO2) vs Air
for peritoneal insufflation during diagnostic Laparoscopy. Presented at the International College of
Surgeons, 37
th
annual general conference held at Calabar between 5
th
th
and 7
June 2002.
29. Adinma JIB, Agbata A1, Ikechebelu JI. Pregnancy loss as an untoward consequence of
premenstrual endometrial curettage for Infertility Management. Presented at the 35
th
Annual
Scientific Conference of the International College of Surgeons (Nigeria National Section). Held at
Port Harcourt, between 29
th
March and 1
st
April 2000.
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30. Ikechebelu JI, Adinma JIB, Joe-Ikechebelu NN. Positional therapy for infertility associated with
uterine retroversion. Presented at the 35
th
Annual Scientific Conference of the International
College of Surgeons (Nigeria National Section). Held at Port Harcourt, between 29
th
March and 1
st
April 2000.
31. Ikechebelu JI. Options in Infertility. Presented at the Annual National Conference of the
Healthcare Christian Fellowship at Okigwe on 12
th
Nov. 1999.
32. Ikechebelu JI, Adinma JIB, Orie EF. Unexplained Infertility; could it be uterine leiomyomata?
Presented at the third scientific conference of the Medical Research Society of Nnamdi Azikiwe
University, Nnewi Campus. Held at Nnewi on 17
th
Dec. 1998
33. Adinma JIB, Ikechebelu JI. Onyejimbe UN, Amilo GI. The packed cell volume of pregnant
Nigerian Igbo women. Abstract in West Afr. J. Med. (1999:18(4) 237. Presented at the 39
th
Annual
Conference of the West African College of Surgeons. Benin City 1998.
34. Ikechebelu JI, Adinma JIB, Orie EF. Aetiological factors in infertility in south-eastern Nigeria.
Presented at the Annual General/Scientific Conference of the Nigerian Medical Association,
Anambra State Branch. Held at Nnewi on 11
th
July 1998.
G. CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL /LEADERSHIP COURSES ATTENDED
1. Management of Higher Education Institutions at Galilee International Management Institute
(GIMI), Galilee Israel. 20
th
th
to 28
June 2023.
2. Project Management Online Course by Galilee International Management Institute (GIMI),
Galilee Israel. 24
th
rd
to 23
Dec 2020.
3. Modern Research Ethics and Good Clinical Practice Course Organised by Institute of Human
Virology Nigeria at Abuja from 2
nd
rd
to 3
April 2009.
4. Introduction to Surgical Skills Courses (Training of Trainers) Organised by The Association of
Surgeons of Great Britain and Ireland in Partnership with The West African College of Surgeons.
Held in Freetown Sierra Leone from 12
th
th
to 13
February 2008.
5. Fundamentals of Surgical Research and Career Development Course. Organised by the
Association for Academic Surgery in Partnership with The West African College of Surgeons on
10
th
February 2008 at Bintumani Hotel Conference Centre, Freetown Sierra Leone.
6. Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery Training. Organised by Laparoscopy Hospital New Delhi India.
In collaboration with the World Association of Laparoscopic Surgeons from 1
st
th
to 14
December
2006.
7. First Laparoscopy Endoscopic Surgery Workshop Organised by Nnamdi Azikiwe University
Teaching Hospital from 6
th
th
– 10
November, 2006. In collaboration with Coscharis Foods and
Medical Ltd Lagos and Tekno Medical Company Germany.
8. Women Centred Post Abortion Care TOT Workshop Organised by IPAS with Southeast PACNET
&
WOSRRIP
at
Grand
Summit
Hotel,
Nnewi.
July
24
to
29,
2005.
9.
First International Gynaecological Endoscopic Surgery Workshop Organised by National Hospital
Abuja from 7
th
th
– 11
February, 2005. In collaboration with The Israeli Training Endoscopy
Center, Karl Storz Endoskope Germany and SOGON.
10.Epi Info Training (Introductory and Advanced Courses). Organised by CDC and University of
Maryland USA, at Bolingo Hotel, Abuja. October 7 to 10, 2004.
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11.Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission of HIV, Monitoring Information System (PMTCTMIS)
Training. Organised by CDC and University of Maryland USA, at Bolingo Hotel, Abuja.
October 5 to 6, 2004.
12.Leadership and Management Training for PMTCT programme managers and site coordinators.
Organised by POLICY Project at Airport Hotel Ikeja, Lagos. September 19 to 24, 2004
13.Advanced Leadership Training at Haggai Institute, Singapore. July 10 to August 6, 2004.
14.Training on Information & Communications Technology (ICT). A Capacity Building Programme
sponsored by Education Task Fund and managed by ALTEQ. Held on March 24 – April 17, 2003,
and September 15 – October 17, 2003, at Owerri and Enugu respectively.
15.Training on Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission of HIV, at the Institute of Human
Virology, University of Maryland, Baltimore. May 5 to 30, 2003.
16.Training on Voluntary Counselling and Testing (VCT) for HIV at the Institute of Human
Virology, University of Maryland, Baltimore. May 5 to 30, 2003.
17.Training on Adult and Paediatric ARV therapy and Palliative care for HIV at the Institute of
Human Virology, University of Maryland, Baltimore. May 5 to 30, 2003.
18.Training on Computer Programmes – Microsoft Word and PowerPoint, at the University of
Maryland, Baltimore. May 5 to 30, 2003.
19.Training on Data Management and Epi-Info Statistical Package at the University of Maryland,
Baltimore. May 5 to 30, 2003.
20.Observational Course on In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) at Ottawa Civic Hospital, Ottawa Canada, as
a FIGO Fellow. August 2000.
21.Training of Trainers workshop on Health Systems Research Methodology. Organised by Family
Medicine Network in Collaboration with UNICEF, NMPCN and WACP at Gateway Hotel Annex,
Ijebu-ode. 17
th
st
– 21
January 2000.
22.Training in Assisted Conception Techniques at Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH) &
Osagie Medical Center, Lagos, Nigeria, June – Sept. 1998.
23.Training on Health Education in HIV/AIDS, July 20, 1998.
24.Revision Course in Obstetrics, and Gynaecology, Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH),
Lagos, Nigeria, September 1- 7, 1996.
25.Update Course in Emergency Obstetrics, Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH) Lagos,
Nigeria, April 1-7, 1996.
26.Basic Course in Diagnostic Laparoscopy, Silgrey Royal Hospital, Awka, Nigeria, May – July
1995.
H. OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENTS / INNOVATIONS
1. Founder of the best multi-specialist private hospitals in Anambra State – Life International
Hospital Awka and one of the best in Southeast Nigeria.
2. Achieved the delivery of the First IVF conception (Baby Joseph) at the First IVF centre
(Life Fertility Centre of Life Specialist Hospital Nnewi) in Anambra State on 6
th
August
2011.
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3. Achieved the First IVF Triplet conception at Life Fertility Centre in Anambra State. The
delivery took place in a hospital (St. Joseph) in the United States of America on 17
th
November 2011.
4. Achieved the First IVF Surrogate conception and delivery at Life Fertility Centre in
Anambra State.
5. Achieved the First IVF quintuplet conception at Life Fertility Centre of Life
International Hospital Awka Anambra State. The delivery took place at Life International
Hospital Awka in 2019.
6. Pioneered the training in Minimal Access Surgery (MAS) for Doctors, Nurses, and
Technicians in this field as Course Director, at Life Institute for Endoscopy (LIFE) since
2010
7. Pioneered the Establishment of Laparoscopic Surgery in Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching
Hospital Nnewi
8. Pioneered the establishment of the Prevention of Mother to Child Transmission of HIV programme in
Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital Nnewi and served as the pioneer coordinator of the
program from 2003 to 2013.
9. Awards scholarships to less privileged students in Secondary schools and Nigerian
Universities through Always Life Fountain Initiative, an NGO based in Anambra State.
I. ENDOWMENTS IN THE UNIVERSITY
1. Prof. Joseph Ikechebelu Price for the Best Graduating Doctor in Obstetrics &
Gynaecology since 2012. The prize money is N50,000.
2. Scholarship to 25 indigent Students of Nnamdi Azikiwe University since the 2019/2020
Academic session through Always Life Fountain Initiative. The scholarship covers the
payment of the school fees.
3. Sponsor of the Prof. Joseph Ikechebelu Badminting Tournament at the College of Health
Sciences and Technology Nnewi Campus Since 2021.
4. Sponsor of Prof. Joseph Ikechebelu Price for the Best Graduating Student and all First
Class Students of the Department of Nursing Since 2021. The prize money is N100,000.
5. Sponsor of Prof. Joseph Ikechebelu Price for the Best Graduating Student of the Faculty of
Education since the 2022 academic session. The prize money is N100,000.
J. RESEARCH INTERESTS
1. Infertility and Assisted Reproduction Techniques
2. Minimal Access Surgery (Gynaecological Endoscopy Surgery)
3. Prevention of Mother To Child Transmission (PMTCT) of HIV Infection
K. CONFERENCES ATTENDED:
1. The 13th Annual Fertility Conference of the Association for Fertility and Reproductive Health Held
at the EUI Conference Centre Port-Harcourt. 20th to 22 September 2023.
2. The 7th Scientific Conference and Annual General Meeting of the Association of Gynecological
Endoscopy Surgeons Nigeria (AGES). Held at Port-Harcourt. 19th to 21 September 2023.
3. The 63rd Annual International Conference of the West African College of Surgeons. Held at Lome,
Togo. March 20 to 23, 2023.
4. The 11th International Scientific Conference And 56th Annual General Meeting of The Society of
Gynaecology and Obstetrics of Nigeria (SOGON). Held at Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre, One
Memorial Drive, Abuja. 22nd to 25 November 2022.
5. The 6th International Conference and Annual General Meeting of the Association of Gynecological
Endoscopy Surgeons Nigeria (AGES). Held at Lagos Oriental Hotel, VI, Lagos. 19th to 21 September 2022.
6. The 62nd Annual International Conference of the West African College of Surgeons. Held at
Monrovia, Liberia. March 18 to 24, 2022
7. 60th Annual International Conference of the West African College of Surgeons. Held at Abuja,
Nigeria. January 20 to 24, 2020.
8. Duphaston IVF launch meeting at the Radisson Blu in Nairobi, Kenya. 22-23 November 2019
9. Strategic Regional workshop on the elimination of obstetric fistula (OF) in the ECOWAS region:
Held at Palm Beach Hotel in Mbour Senegal, from June 19 to 21, 2019.
10. Preis School: “Effective approaches in assisted reproductive technologies to obtain high
pregnancy rates”. Held at Istituto degli Innocenti – Florence, Italy 14-15 March 2019.
11.59th Annual International Conference of the West African College of Surgeons. Held at Dakar,
Senegal. February 18 to 22, 2019.
12.58th Annual International Conference of the West African College of Surgeons. Held at Banjul,
The Gambia. February 25 to March 3, 2018.
13.Abbott Women’s Health Advisory Board Meeting. Held at Hyatt Regency in Dubai UAE on May
6, 2017.
14.57th Annual International Conference of the West African College of Surgeons. Held at
Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. February 26 to March 4, 2017.
15.46th Annual General Meeting / Scientific Conference of the Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics
of Nigeria (SOGON), Held at Osborn Palm Hotel, Abakaliki Nigeria. 20th – 24 Nov. 2016.
16.32nd Annual Meeting of ESHRE (European Society of Reproductive Medicine and Embryology),
Held in the International Conference Centre, Helsinki Finland. June 2016.
17.56th Annual International Conference of the West African College of Surgeons. Held at Yaounde,
Cameroon. February 14 to 20, 2016.
18.XXI FIGO WORLD Congress. Held at Conference Centre, Vancouver Canada from October 2nd
to 7th 2015.
19.31st Annual meeting of ESHRE (European Society of Reproductive Medicine and Embryology),
Held in the International Exhibition Centre, Lisbon Portugal.14th to 17 June 2015.
20.55th Annual International Conference of the West African College of Surgeons. Held at Abidjan,
Cote d’voire. March 2 to 6, 2015.
21.30th Annual meeting of ESHRE (European Society of Reproductive Medicine and Embryology),
Held in Munich Germany. 5th to 10 July 2014.
22.29th Annual meeting of ESHRE (European Society of Reproductive Medicine and Embryology),
Held in ExCel London. 5th to 10 July 2013.
23.53rd Annual International Conference of the West African College of Surgeons. Held at Lome,
Togo. March 12 to 16, 2013.
24.46th Annual General Meeting / Scientific Conference of the Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics
of Nigeria (SOGON), Held at Osborn Palm Hotel, Abakaliki Nigeria. 20th– 24 Nov. 2012.
25.XX FIGO WORLD Congress. Held at Fiera de Roma, Rome Italy from October 2nd to 7,2012.
26.52nd Annual International Conference of the West African College of Surgeons. Held at Monrovia,
Liberia. March 8 to 12, 2012.
27.3rd International Conference of World Association of Laparoscopic Surgeons on Recent Advances
in Minimal Access Surgery. Held at World Laparoscopy Hospital Gurgaon, New Delhi India. Feb.
2012.
28.45th Annual General Meeting / Scientific Conference of the Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics
of Nigeria (SOGON), Held at Premier Hotel Ibadan, Nigeria. 22nd – 26 Nov. 2011.
29.27th Annual meeting of ESHRE (European Society of Reproductive Medicine and Embryology),
Held in Stockholm Sweden. 3rd to 6 July 2011.
30.8th International Scientific Conference and 44th Annual General Meeting of the Society of
Gynaecology and Obstetrics of Nigeria (SOGON), Held at Hilton Luxury Hotel Abuja, Nigeria. 1st– 4
Dec. 2010.
31.1st Congress of African Society for Gynaecological Endoscopy Surgery. Held at Palace du Congre
Yaounde, Cameroon. March 8 – 12, 2010.
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