Chukwu Kenneth Echezonachi

Staff

Chukwu Kenneth Echezonachi

Rank:

Research Officer I

Area of specialization:

Plant Tissue Culture and Molecular Biology

Official Email:

chukwu.kenneth@nihort.gov.ng

Qualification:

Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology

Brief Profile

A biotechnology graduate and research scientist with over three years of field and laboratory experience in horticultural and plant biotechnology research. Skilled in plant tissue culture (in vitro propagation), molecular biology techniques, and plant-based experimental design, including DNA extraction and laboratory quality control procedures. Experienced in supporting research on crop improvement and sustainable horticultural production, with strong analytical, documentation, and scientific communication skills. Demonstrates the ability to present research findings clearly and translate complex scientific information into concise, actionable outputs.

Publications

Conference Proceedings

Chukwu, K.E., Adeogun, T.T., Katibi, S.O., Salawu, P.O., Aduloju, A.O., Olagunju, Y.O. and Akin-Idowu, P.E. (2023). Optimization of hardening protocols for in vitro propagated pineapple (Ananas comosus L.) using different substrates. Proceedings of the Annual Conference of the Horticultural Society of Nigeria (HORTSON).

Akinyoola, O.I., Ajose, T.E., Chukwu, K.E., Matthew, J.O., Arogundade, O. and Akinyemi, S.O.S. (2023). Genetic diversity in Ocimum species as revealed by SCoT markers. Proceedings of the Annual Conference of the Horticultural Society of Nigeria (HORTSON).

Esuola, C.O., Chukwu, K.E. and Salawu, P.E. (2023). Effect of seed scarification and hormone supplementation in growth media on the in vitro germination of Citrus sinensis (sweet orange). Proceedings of the Annual Conference of the Horticultural Society of Nigeria (HORTSON).

Akin-Idowu, P.E., Onuoha, V.W., Aderibigbe, O.R., Taiwo, S.O., Ikoro, J., Akinleye, C.O., Chukwu, K.E., Adeogun, T.T., Salawu, P.O., Aduloju, A.O., Olagunju, Y.O. and Akinyoola, O.I. (2023). Sex differences in phytochemical and nutritional compositions of fluted pumpkin (Telfairia occidentalis) leaves. Proceedings of the Annual Conference of the Horticultural Society of Nigeria (HORTSON).

Ajani, D.A., Chukwu, K.E., Musa, U., Adeogun, T.T., Katibi, S.O., Salawu, P.O., Olagunju, Y.O., Aduloju, A.O. and Akin-Idowu, P.E. (2023). Influence of substrates on root formation and post-flask management of micro-propagated Agbagba plantain (Musa paradisiaca). Proceedings of the Annual Conference of the Horticultural Society of Nigeria (HORTSON).

Chukwu, K.E., Katibi, S.O., Adeogun, T.T., Salawu, P.O., Aduloju, A.O. and Akin-Idowu, P.E. (2023). Effect of MS stock media and MS premix media on the in vitro propagation of plantain (Musa spp.). Proceedings of the Annual Conference of the Horticultural Society of Nigeria (HORTSON).

Adeogun, T.T., Salawu, P.O., Katibi, S.O., Chukwu, K.E., Aduloju, A.O., Olagunju, Y.O., Akinyoola, O.I. and Akin-Idowu, P.E. (2023). In vitro regeneration of tomato through indirect organogenesis for genetic transformation. Proceedings of the Annual Conference of the Horticultural Society of Nigeria (HORTSON).

Katibi, S.O., Chukwu, K.E., Adeogun, T.T., Aduloju, A.O., Olagunju, Y.O. and Akin-Idowu, P.E. (2023). Effect of ascorbic acid on lethal browning in in vitro culture of Irvingia wombolu using leaves. Proceedings of the Annual Conference of the Horticultural Society of Nigeria (HORTSON).

Katibi, S.O., Chukwu, K.E., Adeogun, T.T., Aduloju, A.O. and Akin-Idowu, P.E. (2023). Standardization of protocol for sterilization of Irvingia wombolu (Vermoesen) nodal segments in in vitro culture. Proceedings of the Annual Conference of the Horticultural Society of Nigeria (HORTSON).

Staff