List of Staff

Ibeh, Kelechi Godwin is a dedicated researcher, scholar and passionate teacher. His journey in environmental conservation, sustainability and protection began after finishing his secondary education at Konigin Des Friedens College Uga, Anambra State. He enrolled in the Federal University of Technology Owerri, Nigeria where he obtained his Bachelor’s degree in Forestry and Wildlife Technology, with second-class honours, upper-division (GPA of 3.93 of 5 points) in 2014. After graduation, he taught Agricultural Science and Geography at Comprehensive Secondary School, Ozaa, Abia State. In a quest to expand his knowledge in forestry and strengthen his academic journey, Kelechi proceeded to the University of Ibadan, Nigeria where he got his Master’s degree in Forest Biology and Silviculture with Distinction (GPA of 6.6 of 7 points) and as one of the two best students in 2017. Before joining the University (COOU), he worked as Airtel Customer Care Representative (Call centre agent), iSON BPO, Ibadan, Oyo state and as the Chief Editor and Creative Director at Sons Digital Press, a renowned publishing firm in Umuahia, Abia State. He has been involved in local and international training, research and publications. He is a life member of the Forestry Association of Nigeria (FAN), a member of Commonwealth Forestry Association, (Nigerian Chapter) and the International Society of Tropical Foresters (ISTF) global.
Kelechi has served on various committees in the department, faculty and university community at large, including Secretary, Committee on beautification and University landscaping; Secretary, Departmental Examination Committee and member, Faculty committee on oil palm plantation establishment and management. Currently, he is the Faculty Course Coordinator for General Agriculture (AGR 201), Departmental Examination Officer, ICT coordinator, Course Adviser for 400-level students and Staff Adviser for Forestry and Wildlife Students Association (FOWSA). He strives for excellence, ready to learn and collaborate at all times.

Central University of Karnataka, India, 2020

University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria, 2017

Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Nigeria, 2014

Ibeh K.G. and M. J. Nworji (2022). Checklist of Ethno-Medico-Botanical Trees in Igbariam Campus of Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU), Anambra State, Nigeria. International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation 9 (3), 8-15.

Nweke I.A, Ibeh, K.G., and Nworji M.J. (2021). Environmental Land Degradation: It’s Impact on Organic Matter Content in Obosi Land. IOSR Journal of Agriculture and Veterinary Science (IOSR-JAVS). 14(1): 48-56.

Akinyele, A.O. and Ibeh, K.G. (2020). Effect of Pawpaw Latex, Plantain Stem Juice and Sulphuric Acid on Seed Germination of Albizia lebbeck (L.) Benth. Journal of Research in Forestry, Wildlife & Environment. 12(2): 277-285.

Salami, K. D., Ibeh, K.G. and Jibo, A. U. (2020). The impact of human activities on litterfall production, tree diversity and structural changes in tropical rainforest. FUW Trends in Science & Technology Journal 5(3): 705 – 710.

Rotowa, O. J., Ibeh, K.G., and Anozie, E. L. (2020). Management of Khaya senegalensis (Desr.) A. Juss Intercropped with Maize and Groundnut under Agroforestry Scheme. International Journal of Applied Research and Technology. 9(2): 8 – 14.

Anozie, E. L., Ibeh, K.G., Ndulue, N.B., Nwachukwu, A. L. and Umeh, C.L. (2020). Growth Response of Dennettia tripetala (G. Baker) to Different Organic Manure at the Early Stage. European Journal of Agriculture and Forestry Research. 8(3): 17-26.

Nweke I. A, Ekwealor K. U, Nnabude P. C, Nworji M. J, Ngonadi E. N and Ibeh, K.G. (2020). Ecological survey of plant species in two contrasting management systems of watershed ecosystem. African Journal of Agriculture and Food Science. 3(6): 46-53.

Nweke I. A, Ijearu S. I, Ibeh, K.G., Ngonadi E. N and Nworji M. J. (2020). Two years evaluation of plantain and banana peels on soil properties and dry matter yield of okra in a sandy soil. African Journal of Agriculture and Food Science. 3(4): 79-86.

Chukwu, O., Ogunsanwo, O.Y., Rotowa, O.J., Donald-Amaeshi, U.A., Ebeniro, S.T., Ilelakinwa, G.A., Fasiku, O.O., Agboola, F.O., Adeniran, T., Ibeh, K.G. and Alade, O. (2018). Community based environmental impact assessment of the University of Ibadan International Conference Centre. Research Journal of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences, 6(9): 8-12.

Appiagyei, B.D., Akinyele A.O., Bown D., Ibeh, K.G. and Adeagbo A.A. (2017). Vascular Plant Diversity and Regeneration Potential of IITA Forest Reserve, Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria. 20th Annual IARSAF Symposium International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), Ibadan Nigeria.

Field Survey, experimental designs and statistical analysis, geospatial analysis, graphics design, infographics and data presentation.

Excellent leadership, teaching, human relations and strong communication (oral and written) skills as well as a good team player.