First CIMARC Scholar from Nigeria

Nnamdi
Tobechukwu
Ekeanyanwu

Professor of International and Strategic Communications.
Faculty of Communication and Media Studies, University of Uyo, PMB 1017, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. (Currently on Leave of Absence in the US)

Professor Portrait

USG & CIMARC Scholar

University of Uyo

Research Interests: International CommunicationOrganisational CommunicationMarketing CommunicationMedia/Cultural StudiesMedia/Conflict ResolutionPrint JournalismResearch Interests: International Communication

Core Competencies

  • Ability to perform very well under any working situation.
  • Exceptional communication skills.
  • Good working relations with colleagues and a sound interpersonal relationship with students.
  • Ability to stay longer hours to achieve specified tasks and objectives without complaining.
  • Strong administrative capabilities and competencies.
  • Timeline friendly for specific tasks delivery.

Professional Memberships

  • National President African Council for Communication Education (ACCE) (2017 - Jan 2023)
  • National Coordinating Secretary ACCE, Nigerian Chapter (2012-2017)
  • Member African Council for Communication Education (ACCE)
  • Editorial Consultant & Reviewer Various reputable International Journals
  • Member International Communication Association (ICA)
  • Member Association of Educators of Journalism and Mass Communication (AEJMC)
  • Member Global Partners in Education, East Carolina University, USA

Recognitions & Awards

A track record of excellence in academia, research grants, and editorial leadership.

Research Grants

USG Scholar 2011

Grant from the United States Government for the Study of the United States Institutes (SUSI). Served at Scripps Institute, Ohio University.

CIMARC Grant / Scholarship (2013/2014)

Sponsored by University of Bedfordshire, UK for West African Researchers in Media and Conflict Resolution.

British Academy Mobility Scheme

Award Grantee for 2016 – 2017.

TETFUND Grants

  • Inst.-Based Research (Feb 2017 - Feb 2018)
  • Int'l Conference Support (July 2017)
  • Inst.-Based Research (Oct 2019 - Oct 2020)
  • National Research Fund (Jan 2020 - Jan 2022)

Awards & Editorial Roles

Best Lecturer (Multiple Awards)

Department of Mass Communication, Covenant University for the 2005/2006 (Green Award) and 2008/2009 academic sessions.

Associate / Online Editor

International Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities Review (IJSSHR).

Editor & Chairman, Editorial Board

The Nigerian Journal of Communication (2017 to Date) and University of Uyo Journal of Humanities (2017 to Date).

Course Developer & Examiner

National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) 2009 to 2013.

Scholarly Output

Academic Publications

Journal Articles

Obot C., Batta H., Nda I. & Ekeanyanwu, N. (2022)

Coverage of Science, Technology, and Innovation by Major Broadcast Networks in Nigeria: An Exploratory Survey. ESI Preprints.

Books & Chapters

Ekeanyanwu, N. T. (2015)

International Communication. (Third Edition). Ibadan: Stirling-Horden Publishers.

Conferences

Ekeanyanwu, N.T. (2005)

Culture and human development in 21st century Africa: the need for cultural homogenization and synchronization. (ICHD, Covenant Univ).

Academic Supervision

Project & Thesis Supervision

150+

B.Sc. Projects

Supervised 2004 to date

22

M.Sc. / M.A. Theses

Supervised 2007 to date

10

Doctoral Theses

6 Successfully Supervised, 4 Ongoing (2012 to date)

External Examiner Roles

  • North-West University, Mafikeng Campus, South Africa (Nov 2019 to Date)

  • University of Calabar, Cross Rivers State, Nigeria (2013/2014 to Date)

  • University of Ghana, Legon (2015 to date)

  • Tansian University, Umunya, Anambra State (2015 to 2017)

  • University of Port-Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria (2013/2014 to Date)

  • University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) (2018 to date)

  • National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) (Examined 30+ projects, 2019 to date)

Examination of PhD Theses

Chief Examiner • April 2013

Ada Sonia Peter

“Media Literacy and Alcohol Consumption Intention of Adolescents in Lagos State”. Covenant University.

Dept. Examiner • May 2013

Oyesomi, Kehinde Opeyemi

“Indigenous Communication and Women’s participation in Politics...”. Covenant University.

Dept. Examiner • May 2013

Nelson Okorie

“Influence of Media Awareness Campaigns on Breast Cancer Care...”. Covenant University.

Dept. Examiner • July 2012

Angie Osarieme Igbinoba

“Use of and Attitude to the Mass Media as Sources of Information on Maternal Deaths”. Covenant University.

College Examiner • June 2012

Muyiwa Fadugba

“Work-Life Balance Initiatives and Employee Performance in the Nigerian Banking Sector”. Covenant University.

College Examiner • March 2013

Mercy Ogbari

“The Role of Business Strategies in Accomplishing Organization’s Mission”. Covenant University.

College Examiner • Nov 2013

Chidozie Felix Chidozie

“Dependency or Cooperation? Nigeria-South Africa Relations (1960-2007)”. Covenant University.

Univ Internal Examiner • Nov 2013

Agbude Godwyns Ade

“Revolution and Development in Amilcar Cabral’s Political Thought”. Covenant University.

International Travels

Global Academic Footprint

South Africa (Nov 2010)

University Delegate

Internationalization of Covenant University. Visited Univ of Western Cape, CPUT, Tshwane Univ of Tech, and UCT.

USA (April 2011)

Professional Scholar / Delegate

UN Headquarters NY, Philadelphia Museum of Arts, Amish Community, and The White House DC.

USA (April 2011)

Head of Delegation

English Days Programme at Disney World, Orlando Florida.

Kenya (Sept 2011)

UN Habitat Delegate

University Delegate to UN Office in Nairobi on Internationalization Drive.

Ghana (May 2012)

AAU Conference

Delegate to the Association of African Universities in Accra on Internationalization of Higher Education.

UK (June-July 2012)

Int'l Summer Camp Head

Head of Delegation. Held at Lancaster and Birmingham City universities.

USA (2012)

Head of Delegation

Fayetteville State University, NC, USA for the 2012 International Summer Camp Programme.

UK (2015 & 2016)

Programme Coordinator

Consultant for Taster programmes for Godfrey Okoye University and Landmark University to UK Universities.