Inaugural Conference

Graduate Research and National Development.

The inaugural postgraduate conference of the School of Postgraduate Studies, COOU — a new annual gathering for postgraduate scholars and researchers across Nigeria and beyond.

At a Glance

The essentials.

Theme
Graduate Research and National Development
Dates
To be confirmed
Venue
COOU — to be confirmed
Indicative fee
₦40,000 – ₦50,000

NBFinal theme, dates, venue and registration fee will be confirmed by the Conference Committee. Indicative values shown for planning only.

How it works

From abstract to proceedings.

01

Submit your abstract

Register and submit a structured abstract through the conference platform.

02

Receive notification

The conference committee reviews submissions and notifies authors of acceptance.

03

Present your work

Accepted authors present at the conference in their assigned track.

04

Publish in proceedings

Optionally submit a full paper for peer review and inclusion in the conference proceedings.

Conference Committee

The leadership team.

Chairman
Prof. Bruno Ibekilo
Co-Chair (Igbariam)
Dr. Agary Nwokoye
Co-Chair (Awka)
Dr. Amaechi Nwachukwu
Co-Chair (Uli)
Dr. Emmanuel Onyebueke
Co-Chair (Registration and Publications)
Dr. Chukwunonso Ekesiobi
Co-Chair (Media and Publicity)
Dr. Harrison Madubueze
Secretary
Dr. Eboh Obinna
Online Coordinator
Prof. John Paul Iloh

Faculty Liaisons

Faculty Representatives

Faculty of Basic Medical SciencesDr. Agnes A. Nwakanma
Faculty of Environmental SciencesDr. Innocent C. Ezemedo
Faculty of EngineeringDr. Chidi Moughalu
Faculty of Natural SciencesDr. Bright Uba
Faculty of Physical SciencesProf. C. C. Onwuchukwu
Faculty of AgricultureProf. A. M. Ugboaja
Faculty of ArtsDr. Ikechukwu Asika
Faculty of Clinical MedicineDr. B. C. Ochiogu
Faculty of EducationDr. Stella Ezeaku
Faculty of Health SciencesDr. Chika Obi-Ezeani
Faculty of Management SciencesDr. Nkechi Ofor
Faculty of Pharmaceutical SciencesDr. Ruth Afunwa
Faculty of Social SciencesDr. Yves-Mary Obi
Faculty of LawDr. Chinwe Iloka

Supporting Staff

Committee Members

  • Prof. Dominic Nwankwo
  • Prof. Theophine Akunne
  • Prof. Onyema Ilo
  • Dr. Angela Ibekwe
  • Dr. Ebele Offiah
  • Dr. Nnalue Anthony Odikpo
  • Dr. Chinelo Ohanyere
  • Dr. Ofoegbu Cyril
  • Dr. Chinonso Ofozoba
  • Dr. Bernard Alajekwu
  • Dr. Peter Ikegbunam
  • Dr. Jacinta Nwangwu
  • Dr. Ikenna Ibe
  • Dr. Chidimma Odira
  • Dr. Goodfaith Dike
  • Dr. Gideon Nwafor
  • Dr. Chinwe Obananya
  • Dr. Chioma Okeke
  • Dr. Godfrey Afamnede
  • Dr. Blessing Chugo Idigo
  • Dr. Cosmas Nwankwo
  • Dr. Nonye Ezeaka
  • Dr. Ndubuisi Emegha
  • Dr. Chijioke Okoye
  • Dr. Josephine Ngozi Morah
  • Dr. Nwokolo Echezona
  • Dr. Obiageli Akamobi
  • Dr. Onyekachukwu Ebenebe
  • Dr. Ngozika Ekwe
  • Nnaemena Ugochukwu George
  • Chibuzor Wilson Iteke
  • Azubuike JohnPaul
  • Collins Okelue
  • Ifeanyi Emesiani
  • Mbanefo Obioma D.
  • Okwuenu Ezebuilo
  • Nnatuanya Felix Obinna

Terms of Reference

Our mandate.

01

Plan, organise, and coordinate the annual Postgraduate Research Conference to maintain high academic standards.

02

Develop and review conference themes, sub-themes, and participation guidelines.

03

Oversee the call for papers, abstract review, and selection process.

04

Handle all logistical and administrative arrangements including venue, scheduling, and publicity.

05

Secure resources, partnerships, sponsorships, and technical support.

06

Produce a comprehensive post-conference report and support publication of proceedings.

07

Co-opt individuals into subcommittees for specialised expertise.