Welcome to the Use of English Unit, a component unit of the Directorate of General Studies, Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO).
The core mandate of the Use of English Unit is to teach the Use of English and the Technical Report Writing, all at the undergraduate level with the sole aim of enhancing the communicative skills of the students, which would in turn impact positively on their academic achievements and enable them to meet up with their job requirements both locally and internationally after living the University and contribute meaningfully in any literate society where they find themselves.
The English Unit has to its credit erudite scholars, who have creditably distinguished themselves in teaching, research and community service. The word of the Unit is its bond.
English Unit Faculty Members
Prof. Richard C. Ihejirika
Rank: Professor
B.A. Ed (English)
M.A. (ESL)
Ph.D (English)
chinedumihejirika@gmail.com
Short Biography
Prof. R.C. Ihejirika attended the prestigious University of Ife, the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, and the University of Uyo where he obtained B.A. Ed, M.A. and Ph.D respectively.
His areas of research interest include Applied English Linguistics, Syntax, Phonetics and Phonology and Semantics. He had published extensively in reputable journals both locally and internationally. He has equally authored, coauthored and edited books in English.
Dr Chika Glory Opara- Head Of Unit
Rank: Reader
Dr Chika Glory Opara holds a PhD in English language with specialization in applied linguistics, English for
specific purpose (ESP), English as a second language (ESL) and communication science. she got her PhD from University of Uyo, she has taught at the Federal Technology university for sixteen years in English language unit of directorate of General studies, Federal University of Technology Owerri. She has also edited and analyzed many textbooks and materials in various fields of science. She is leveraging on her experience and knowledge of the principle of language and communication as well as academic interaction with colleagues in various fields of science to produce professionals who are able to communicate researched information and ideas to the society. Her major interest is to establish a link between science, technology and English language for the benefit of the society. She has published many peer-reviewed articles in many aspects of English language especially in ESP, ESL, applied linguistics.
Dr Dan Amadi
Rank: Reader
Academic Qualifications:
PhD English Language-University of Uyo-2011.
M.A. ESL-University of Nigeria, Nsukka-1996.
B.A. (ED) English- University of Ife-1983.
Area of Specialization:
English as a second language.
Research Interests:
Applied English Linguistics, Syntax, Phonetics and Phonology, Semantics.
Dr. Uwakwe Uchenna David
Rank: Reader
Academic Qualifications
• PhD English language- Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.
• MA, English language-University of Port Harcourt
• BA, English Studies-University of Port Harcourt, Nigeria.
E-mail: uwakwe.uchenna@futo.edu.ng
Short Biography
Uchenna Uwakwe teaches Use of English and Technical Report Writing.
Uwakwe had been strongly engaged in Literacy Development and Reading strategies until 2015 when his doctoral thesis provoked additional interest in African Oral and Literary Criticism, Feminist and Gender Studies. He is published in both local and international journals.
Area of Specialization:
English language and Literary Studies
Area Of Research:
African Literatures, Literacy and Gender Studies, Social Standards and Environmental Impact Assessment.
Dr. Ogu, Anthony Ezechukwu
Rank: Senior Lecturer
Qualifications
PhD, English language
MA, English as a Second Language (ESL)
BA (Hons), English
E-mail:ogu.anthony@futo.edu.ng tonyezeogu@gmail.com
Short Biography
Dr Anthony Ezechukwu Ogu is a Senior Lecturer in the English Unit of the Directorate of General Studies, Federal University of Technology, Owerri. He teaches Use of English and Technical Report Writing. As a part-time lecturer at the Department of English and General Studies Unit of the Alvan Ikoku Federal College of Education, Owerri, between 1995 and 2009, he taught several English language courses which include Comparative English Grammar, Morphology and Syntax, Semantics, Applied Linguistics, Stylistics, Language and Communication Skills, etc. Dr Ogu has published several journal articles and book chapters in English applied linguistics, sociolinguistics, pragmatics and discourse analysis.
Name : Dr Ngozi Anigbogu
Rank: Reader
Qualifications
Ph.D. ,English Language
M.A., English as a Second Language
B.A. ,English Language
E-mail : anigbogu.ngozi@futo.edu.ng
Short Biography
Dr Ngozi Anigbogu is a Senior Lecturer in the Use of English Unit of the Directorate of General Studies .She holds B.A. in English Language (University of Maiduguri), M.A. in English as a Second Language (University of Nigeria, Nsukka ), and Ph.D. in English Language (Imo State University). Her research interests are Applied English Linguistics, Discourse Analysis, English for Specific Purposes and Stylistics.
Dr Kenneth Uche Chukwu
Rank: Senior Lecturer
Qualifications
PhD English Language
M.A English Language
B.A English and Literary Studies
Email: chukwu.kenneth@futo.edu.ng, chukwukeneth@yahoo.com
Short Biography
Dr Ken Uche Chukwu is a lecturer in the English Language Unit of the Directorate of General Studies, Federal University of Technology Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria, where he teaches English Language, Literature, and Communication courses, as well as general principles of research writing. He is also a facilitator to World Bank workshops on sustainable social standards. He has published extensively on subjects, essentially in literary stylistics, ecostylistics, ecolinguistics, cultural semiotics, and applied English linguistics.
Special Interest areas: Stylistics, Ecolinguistics, Cultural Semiotics.
Felicia Nina Nwulu
Rank: Senior Lecturer
Qualifications:
B.A in English Language
M.A in English Language
PHD in English Language
Short Biography
She is a Senior Lecturer in the Use of English Language and communication in the Directorate of General Studies, Federal University of Technology, Owerri.
Dr Mary C. Okere
Rank: Senior Lecturer
Qualifications
B.A.Ed (Hons) English;
M.A Communication and Language Arts
M.Ed, Language Education
Ph.D, Language Education
E-mail: mary.okere@futo.edu.ng
Short Biography
Dr Mary C.Okere is a senior lecturer in the Directorate of General Studies at the Federal University of Technology, Owerri. Her major areas of research interests are Applied Linguistics, gender related matters and Pedagogy. She has also published widely on the same issues in both local and international peer reviewed journals.
Specialization:
Language Teaching Methodology; Research Interests: Applied Linguistics, Gender Issues
Dr. Chinomso Patricia Dozie
Rank: Senior Lecturer
Qualifications
B.A (English and Literary Studies)
M.A. (English Language)
Ph.D (English Language)
Email: Chinomso.dozie@futo.edu.ng; cpdozie@yahoo.com
Research Interest
Sociolinguistics;Applied Linguistics;Discourse Analysis;English as a Second/Foreign Language
Communication and Language Studies; Gender Studies
Amadi Appolonia Ifeyinwa
Rank: Lecturer 1
Qualifications
PhD English Language
PhD Education Admin and Supervision
M.ED, Psychology, Guidance and counseling,
M.A. English Language
B.A.ED, English
NCE, English and Religious Studies.
E-mail: appolonia.amadi@futo.edu.ng
Short Biography
Appolonia Ifeyinwa Amadi is of the Use of English Unit of the Directorate of General Studies.She obtained her NCE from the Institute of Education,ABU,Zaria.Her first degree is from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka,(B.A.ED) in English,M.Ed.in in Psychology, Guidance and counseling from the University of PortHarcout , Rivers State,M.A.in English from the IMSU,PhD in Education Admin.from the Enugu State University of Science and Technology, and finally another PhD in English from the IMSU Owerri,Imo State.Her research interests include s: Sociolinguistics, Pragmatics, Discourse Analysis and Applied Linguistics.Dr.Amadi loves academic discourses and is open to new discoveries.
Dr Mark Ononiwu
Rank : Lecturer 1
Qualifications: PhD Ebonyi State University-2023.
M. A. English as second language, U
B.A English, University of Nigeria
Area of Specialization
Phonetics and Phonology, Pragmatics and Discourse Analysis. Hobbies: Lawn Tennis and Table Tennis
Dr Francis Uche Nnamani
Rank : Lecturer 1
Qualifications
Ph.D English & Literary Studies
M.A English & Lit. Studies
B.A English and Literary Studies
Email: uche.nnamani. futo.edu.ng, ugwunezenf@yahoo.com
Short Biography
Dr Francis Uche Nnamani is a lecturer in the English Language Unit of the Directorate of General Studies, Federal University of Technology Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria, where he teaches English Language, Literature, and Communication courses. His research interests include but not limited to literacy development, black consciousness, literary criticism, oral literature and cultural studies.
Regis-Onuoha, Adaeze Julia.
Rank: Lecturer 1
Qualifications
PhD. Communication & Language Arts
MA Communication & Language Arts
BA English & Literature
EMAIL: adaeze.regisonuoha@futo.edu.ng; adaezeregiso@gmail.com
Short Biography
Adaeze Regis-Onuoha is of the Use of English Unit of the Directorate of General Studies where she teaches the Use of English and Technical Report Writing courses. She obtained her first degree from the University of Benin and her Master’s and PhD degrees from the University of Ibadan. Her areas of interest in research include Language Arts, Literacy (with special focus on Reading and Writing instruction), Communication, and Gender Studies. Dr. Regis-Onuoha treasures new ideas and discoveries especially in the area of Instructional and Educational Research. Her leisure pursuits include extensive reading, exposition of scripture and travelling to new places.
Agwuocha Ugomma Anaekperechi
Rank: Lecturer I
Qualifications
PhD, English Language
MA, English Language,
BA, English and Literary Studies.
E-MAIL: ugomma.nwachukwu@futo.edu.ng.
Short Biography
Ugomma Anaekperechi Agwuocha nee Nwachukwu is of the Use of English Unit. She obtained her first and second degrees from Imo State University and the University of Lagos Akoka, respectively. Her research interests include: Sociolinguistics, Pragmatics, Literacy and Gender Studies. Currently, she is engaged in Ecolinguistics with her search light on Metaphor from the Cognitive Linguistics perspective. Mrs Agwuocha cherishes academic discourses and is open to new discoveries. Her hobbies include: teaching, reading, solving problems and adventure.
Specialization: English language
Area of Interest: Sociolinguistics, Ecolinguistics, Literacy and Gender Studies.
Dr Chinwe I. Ahumareze
Rank: Lecturer 1 .
Qualifications
PhD, English Language
M.A English,
B. A (Hons) English/ Literature
Area of Specialization: English language. Hobbies: Creative writing.
Nwankwo Sebastine Chika.
Rank: Lecturer 11
Qualifications
PhD, English language
MA, English language
BA, English language
E_Mail.. sebanwankwo@gmail.com.
SHORT BIOGRAPHY
Nwankwo Sebastine Chika is of English language Unit. His research interests include: Syntax, Applied Linguistics, Sociolinguistics, literal studies, Pragmatics, Semantics 6 Hobbies: reading, swimming, relaxation. 7 Specialization: English language. AREA Of INTEREST: Syntax, Semantics, Applied Linguistics, Sociolinguistics, Pragmatics and literal studies.
Mrs Lovina Ihunanya Madu
Rank : Lecturer 11. Academic
Qualifications
M.A English and literary Studies
PGD, Journalism
B.A.( Hons) English and literary Studies
Area of Specialization
English and literary Studies. Hobbies: Volleyball.
IBE CHIOMA NKECHIKA
Rank : Assistant Lecturer
Qualifications
MA, English Language,
BA, English and Literary Studies.
E-MAIL: chioma.ibe@futo.edu.ng
Short Biography
Ibe Chioma Nkechika teaches Use of English and Technical Report Writing courses in the Directorate of General Studies, Federal University of Technology, Owerri. Her area of research interest is English language. She is always enthusiastic about new innovations, and her extracurricular engagements include rendering community services to humanity.
Area of Specialisation: English Language.
Area of Interest: Modern Linguistics
Hobbies: Reading, Liberal art, and classical music.
Ochiagha Ijeoma Sandra.
Rank: Assistant Lecturer.
Qualification
MA, Linguistics
BA, Linguistics
E-mail: Ijeomaochiagha@futo.edu.ng, ijeomaochiagha4u@gmail.com
Short Biography
Ochiagha, Ijeoma Sandra is of the Use of English of the Directorate of General Studies where she teaches the Use of English and Technical Report Writing courses. She obtained her first and second degrees from the Nnamdi Azikiwe University,Awka. Her research interest include: Phonetics,Phonology, Morphology , Literacy and Gender Studies. Activities of her leisure time include:reading, visiting new places, making new discoveries and a lot more.
Area of Specialisation Linguistics.
Area of Interest: Phonetics, Phonology, Morphology, Literacy and Gender Studies.
Lawanson Oluwayinka Omotomilayo
Rank: Assistant Lecturer
Qualification
M.A- Literature in English
B.A – English Language – University of Ilorin.
Email: lawanson.oluwayinka@futo.edu.ng,
Short Biography
Lawanson Oluwayinka Omotomilayo is of the Use of English Unit where she teaches Use of English and Technical Report Writing. She obtained her first and second degrees from the University of Ilorin in English Language and Literature in English respectively. Her Master’s thesis focused on prison literature, trauma, and silencing of creative minds, igniting her interest in studying silencing practices related to systemic oppression of women and minorities. Lawanson is pursuing a doctoral degree in English Literature at Imo State University, continuing her research on the relationship between language, literature, and social justice
Sunny-Adiku, Chioma Deborah
Rank: Lecturer 11
Qualification
PhD, English language
MA, Linguistics
BA Ed/English and Literary Studies
E-mail: chioma.onwubiko@futo.edu.ng.
Short Biography
Chioma Deborah Sunny-Adiku, (PhD) is an education expert, professional linguist, discourse analyst, researcher and instructor. She obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Education English from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka. She holds a Master’s degree in Linguistics and a PhD in English, from the University of Ibadan. Chioma is experienced in adapting strategic teaching methods that enhance learning achievement. She has presented published papers in conferences, and written quite a number of published works in both national and international journals including book chapters. She is open to knowledge and willing to join any progressive institution that supports her personal and professional development. Her research focus includes; pragmatics, discourse analysis, media studies, forensic and psyco-socio linguistics. Her hobbies include: reading, teaching, singing, playing games and meeting friends.
Chioma is a lecturer at the Use of English Unit of the Directorate of General Studies, Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria.
Specialization: English language
Area of Interest: Discourse Analysis, Applied Linguistics, Cultural and Media Studies.
Egwim, Favour Ogemdi
Rank: Lecturer 11
Qualification
PhD, English Language
MA- English Language
B.A, Ed/ English Language and Literary Studies
E-mail: godoffavour@gmail.com
Short Biography
Egwim Favour Ogemdi is a lecturer in the English unit of the Directorate of General Studies, Federal University of Technology Owerri. She is a dynamic and passionate lecturer whose utmost interest is to impact knowledge on her students. She has published articles in reputable local and international journals. Her research interest includes Pragmatics, Sociolinguistics and Critical Discourse Analysis. These research interests are well captured in her published works. She has extracurricular interest in playing scrabble, dancing and reading. She also runs an NGO where female teenagers are groomed to make a difference in a decadent society through effective teachings and counseling.
Specialization: English Language
Duru Iruka Madujumaka
Rank: Lecturer 11
Qualifications
PhD English Language
M.A English Language
B.A English and Literary Studies
Email: iruka.duru@futo.edu.ng
Short Biography
Duru, Iruka M. teaches English Language and Communication courses in the Directorate of General Studies, Federal University of Technology, Owerri. Her major areas of research interest are Sociolinguistics, Stylistics, Pragmatics, Critical Discourse Analysis and Gender Studies. She has extracurricular interests in volunteering, meeting people, and engaging in community service.
Specialisation: English Language.
Area of Interest: Sociolinguistics, Stylistics, Pragmatics, Critical Discourse Analysis and Gender Studies.
Name : Iroagba Chioma Gloria
Position: Assistant Lecturer
Qualifications:
M.A, English Studies (University of Port Harcourt )
B.A, English and Literary Studies (Imo State University )
Email:
chioma.iroagba@futo.edu.ng
gloriouscharmz@gmail.com
Bio-data
Iroagba Chioma lectures at the Directorate of General Studies (English Unit), Federal University of Owerri
She obtained her first and second degrees in English language from Imo state University and University of Port Harcourt respectively
Her research areas include Applied Linguistics, Stylistics, Semiotics and Multimodal Discourse Analysis
Barr Okwara Chidinma Miriam
Rank: Graduate Assistant.
Qualifications
B.A Education English
Law (B.L), Imo State University
Email:chidinma.okwara@ futo.edu.ng
Short Biography:
Barr Okwara, Chidinma Miriam Studied Education English in UNN and Law in Imo State University Owerri and was called to Nigerian Barr in 2016. She is winding up with her Master’s degree in the aforementioned university. She lectures in English Unit, Directorate Of General Studies (DGS), FUTO, OWERRI.
She has interests in Property law, Environmental Law, Gender Studies, African Literature and African America Caribbean Literature(Poetry)
She has volunteered widely in many international organizations & clubs like Human Right Club, the International Federation of Women Lawyers(FIDA)Owerri branch, and the Nigerian Barr Association(NBA) to mention but a few.
Ofor Obianuju Rita
Rank: Graduate Assistant
Qualifications
B.A English and Literary Studies.
E-mail: info2uju@gmail.com
Short Biography
Obianuju is currently a Graduate Assistant in The English Unit of The Directorate of General Studies. She obtained her first degree from Veritas University, Abuja (The Catholic University of Nigeria). She is currently registered for her MSc in the prestigious FUTO.
Specialization: Language & Gender Studies
Areas of Interest: Sociolinguistics, Pragmatics, Psycho-Linguistics and Gender Studies.