Biography
DR. ONAH BENJAMIN EMENIKE
Dr. Onah Benjamin Emenike is a distinguished Nigerian academic, biochemist, educator, and researcher with extensive experience in teaching, scientific research, and higher education administration. He is currently a Lecturer II in the Department of Biochemistry at the State University of Medical and Applied Sciences (SUMAS), where he contributes to the training of future scientists and healthcare professionals through teaching, research, and mentorship.
Born in Edem-Umabor, Eha-Alumona, Nsukka Local Government Area of Enugu State, Nigeria, Dr. Onah is married and has remained committed to academic excellence and professional development throughout his career. He obtained his Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Degree in Biochemistry from the University of Nigeria in 2004. Driven by a passion for scientific inquiry and education, he further earned a Master of Science (M.Sc.) Degree in Biochemistry from the same institution in 2012. To strengthen his pedagogical competence, he obtained a Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, between 2012 and 2014. In 2023, he successfully completed his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Medical Biochemistry from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka.
Dr. Onah's professional career spans nearly two decades across secondary, technical, health, and tertiary education sectors. He commenced his teaching career during his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) year in 2005 at Community Secondary School, Adeh, Kogi State. He subsequently served as a Senior Chemistry Teacher under the Post Primary School Management Board at Community Secondary School, Alor-Uno, Enugu State, from 2009 to 2023, where he played a significant role in shaping young minds in the sciences.
His academic experience also includes serving as a Practical Demonstrator in the Faculty of Biological Sciences at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, between 2008 and 2012. From 2015 to 2023, he lectured in several health-training institutions, including DAVMAXSUN School of Health Technology, Obukpa, where he taught Pharmacology, Structural Chemistry, and Physical Chemistry. During the same period, he served as a Lecturer in General Chemistry at the School of Medical Laboratory Technician, Bishop Shanahan Hospital, Nsukka. Between 2021 and 2023, he was a Lecturer in Applied Chemistry for Midwifery students at the College of Nursing, Department of Midwifery, Bishop Shanahan Specialist Hospital, Nsukka.
As a researcher, Dr. Onah has made notable contributions to the fields of Medical Biochemistry, Enzymology, and Biomedical Sciences. His scholarly works have been published in reputable national and international journals. His research interests include enzyme purification and characterization, biochemical toxicology, medicinal biochemistry, and drug discovery. Among his notable publications are studies on indigenous lipases and amylases from African food crops, biochemical assessment of aluminum toxicity, and investigations into Plasmodium falciparum triosephosphate isomerase as a potential therapeutic target in antimalarial drug development.
Through his academic and research endeavors, Dr. Onah has demonstrated a commitment to advancing scientific knowledge and improving healthcare education. His dedication to teaching, mentorship, and research excellence has earned him recognition among colleagues and students alike.
Beyond his professional engagements, Dr. Onah enjoys reading, travelling, and meeting people from diverse backgrounds. These interests reflect his passion for lifelong learning, cultural exchange, and personal development.
Dr. Onah Benjamin Emenike continues to contribute significantly to the growth of biochemical sciences and medical education in Nigeria through his teaching, research, and service to humanity.
Academic Details
Courses Taught
BCH 304|300 Level; BCH 102|100 Level; BCH 201|200 Level; BCH 203|200 Level; BCH 373|300 Level; BCH 371|300 Level; BCH 325|300 Level; BCH 306|300 Level; BCH 403|400 Level; BCH 490|400 Level; BCH 425|400 Level; BCH 303|300 Level
Research Profiles
Education & Qualifications
MEDICAL BIOCHEMISTRYUNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA NSUKKA
INDUSTRIAL BIOCHEMISTRYUNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA NSUKKA
POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN EDUCATIONUNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA NSUKKA
BIOCHEMISTRYUNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA NSUKKA
Work Experience
2024LECTURER II, STATE UNIVERSITY OF MEDICAL AND APPLIED SCIENCES IGBO-ENO ENUGU STATE–Present
TILL DATE
2021College of Nursing, Department of Midwifery, Bishop Shanahan Specialist Hospital, Nsukka. Lecturer (Applied Chemistry for Midwifery)–Present
2023
2015DAVMAXSUN School of Health Technology (Polytechnic Equivalent) Obukpa, Nsukka, Enugu State, Lecturer (Pharmacology, Structural and Physical Chemistry)–Present
2023
2008Practical Demonstrator Faculty of Biological Science University of Nigeria, Nsukka. Enugu State.–Present
2012
2009Post Primary School Management Board, Community Secondary School Alor-Uno, Nsukka. Enugu State. Senior Chemistry Teacher.–Present
2023
2015School of Medical Laboratory Technician (Polytechnic Equivalent). Bishop Shanahan Hospital, Nsukka, Enugu State. Lecturer (General Chemistry)–Present
2023
2005Community Secondary School Adeh, Kogi State (period of NYSC).–Present
2006
Publications
Systematic Study on the Structure and Function of Plasmodium falliparium triosephosphate Isomerase as a Therapeutic Option in Antimalaia Drug Design Archives (3) 297-309, 2018.http://pharmaco logyonline. s ilae. it · 2018
Morphometric and Biochemical Evaluation of Aluminum Intoxicated Rats International Journal of Research Studies in Biosciences, (IJRSB) (5) pp 1-5, 2017https://arcjournals.org/article/3034 · 2017
Characterization of Partially Purified Indigenous Lipase from Germinated Bambara Groundnut (Voan Dzeia Suterrenea) Internal Journal of Scientific & Technology Research (5), pp 316-320, 2016https://www.researchgate.net/publication/330025633_Characterization_Of_Partially_Purified_Indigenous_Lipase_From_Germinated_Bambara_Groundnut_Voan_Dzeia_Subterrenea · 2016
Partial Purification of Indigenous Lipase from Germinated Bambara Groundnut (Voandzeia Subterrenea) International Journal of Research Studies in Biosciences (IJRSB) (4) pp 1-4, 2016https://www.arcjournals.org/pdfs/ijrsb/v4-i7/1.pdf#:~:text=Lipase%20(E.C.%203.1.1.3)%20was%20extracted,7.8.%20The%20enzyme%20was%20purified · 2016
Characterization of Partially Purified a-amylase from Germinating African Breadfruit (Treculia Africana) Seeds International Journal of Pharmacy and Medical Sciences 5 (1): 15-21. 2015https://idosi.org/ijpms/5(1)15/4.pdf · 2015
Stability of A-amylase from Germinating Breadfruit Seeds (Treculia Africana) Global Journal of Biotechnology & Biochemistry IO (2): 62-70, 2015https://www.idosi.org/gjbb/gjbb10(2)15/2.pdf · 2015