CURRICULUM VITAE

IKPONG SUNDAY UMO

EMAIL ADDRESS: umohikpong@yahoo.com

BIO-DATA

OFFICE ADDRESS: Department of Geography, Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri, Imo State.

NATIONALITY: Nigeria

STATE OF ORIGIN: Akwa Ibom

LGA OF ORIGIN: Ibiono Ibom

MARITAL STATUS: Married with three children

GENDER: Male

CURRENT RANK: Senior Lecturer

INSTITUTIONS ATTENDED AND QUALIFICATIONS OBTAINED

PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL, Mbiakpan Ididep, First School Leaving Certificate, 1990

SECONDARY SCHOOL IFAKALA, MBAITOLI, Senior School Certificate, 2003

UNIVERSITY OFNIGERIA NSUKKA, (B.Sc. Ed.), Education/ Geography, 2005 – 2008

UNIVERSITY OF BENIN, Masters of Science (M.Sc.), Geomorphology, 2012 – 2014

UNIVERSITY OF BENIN, Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Geomorphology, 2015 – 2019

MEMBERSHIP OF PROFESSIONAL Bodies AND ACTIVITIES till date

a. Fellow, Strategic Institute for Natural Resources and Human Development, 13/2/2014

b. Member: Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN), 17/1/2017.

c. Member: Gender Studies Association of Nigeria (GSAN), 2018.

d. Editorial Board Member: Journal of Earth Sciences, Science Publishing Group, New York, USA, 13/5/2021.

e. Editorial Board Secretary: Alvan Journal of Social Sciences 2024

f. Reviewer to: * Journal of Climate Change, Science Domain, USA, 2020.

* Journal of Experimental Agriculture International, United Kingdom, 2019.

* Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science, India, from 2018.

POSITION HELD IN THE COLLEGE TILL DATE

* Secretary, Faculty of Social and Management Sciences Research, Innovation, and Development Committee

* Member, College Timetable Committee, Representative of FASMS from 2019.

* Member, School of Arts and Social Science Publication Committee from 2022.

* Examination & Timetable Officer, Department of Geography from 2019.

* Member, School of Arts and Social Science Environmental Committee from 2021.

*Member, Fieldtrip Planning Committee, Department of Geography from 2019.

PUBLICATIONS: INTERNATIONAL & NATIONAL JOURNALS

(1). Umo, I.S. & Okoroafor, P.E.N. (2024). Coupling the power of artificial intelligence in mitigating human and climate change impacts on biodiversity loss in Oban hotspot, Nigeria. Journal of Energy, Technology, and Environment, 5(3)

(2). Umo, I.S., Okoroafor, P.E.N., & Ukwe, I.G. (2024). Climatic season, critical metal patterns, and health risks in the humid tropical River, southeastern Nigeria. Alvan Journal of Social Sciences, 1(1), 1 – 14.

(3). Umo, I.S., Okoroafor, P.E.N. & Ukwe, I.G. (2024). Statistical models of geographical concentrations of heavy metals in the Kwa Iboe River (KIR) water resource. Journal of Social Sciences, 1(1), 1 – 14.

(4). Enwereuzor, A.I. & Umo, I.S. (2024). Water supply as an index for assessing sustainable

rural development in Imo State. Journal of Science and Technology Research, 6(2). 260 -

269. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.12562166

(5). Umo, I.S., Enwereuzor, A.I., and Amadi, J.C. (2022). Geography of post- modernism: Innovative adjustments to the conflict of COVID-19 induced culture and identity in Alvan community. Asian Journal of Current Research, 7(4), 1 – 6. Accessible online from https://doi.org/10.56557/ajocr/2022/v7i48019

(6). Charles-Akalonu, C.A., Umo, I.S., and Amadi, J.C. (2022). Geographic space and the issue of utilization of primary health care facilities in Isiala Mbano, Imo, Nigeria. Saudi Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences, 7(4), 122 – 132. Accessible online from https://doi.org/10.36348/sjhss.2022.v07i04.003

(7) Umo, I.S. and Enwereuzor, A.I. (2021). The implications of area morphology and particulate matters’ distributions on the Kwa Iboe River Basin restoration, Southeastern Nigeria. Journal of Water Resources and Ocean Sciences, 10(3), 53 – 60. Available online on https://doi.org/10.11648/j.wros.20211003.13

(8). Umo, I.S., Enwereuzor, A.I. and Ezemonye, M.N. (2021). Mathematical modelling of seasonal dynamics of bedload sediments in eco-geomorphologic units of humid tropical Rivers, Southeastern Nigeria. NIPES Journal of Science and Technology Research, 3(4), 259 – 270. https://doi.org/10.37933/nipes/3.4.2021.27

(9). Umo, I.S., Okoroafor, P.E.N., and Ukwe, I.G. (2021). Climate variability and the issues in flood disaster risk awareness in Nigerian communities. NIPES Journal of Science and Technology Research, 3(4), 271–282. doi:10.37933/nipes/3.4.2021.26

(10). Enwereuzor, A.I., Umo, I.S., and Charles-Akalonu, C.A. (2021). The condition of infrastructure and the development of rural communities in Imo State, Nigeria. Social Sciences, 10(3), 132 – 139. https://doi.org/10.11648/j.ss.20211003.18/8H0SG

(11). Charles-Akalonu, C.A., Umo, I.S., and Amadi, J.C. (2021). The determinants of sustainable utilization of primary health care facilities in Isiala Mbano, Imo, Nigeria. Journal of Energy, Technology, and Environment, 3(4), 83 – 96. Accessed https://doi.org/10.37933/nipes.e/3.4.2021.10

(12). Umo, I.S. and Enwereuzor, A.I. (2021). The implications of spatial variations in geographic locations, geology, and pedology on food security in the Southeast Nigeria. Journal of Earth Sciences, 10(3), 83 – 89. Accessible online from

https://doi.org/11648/j.earth.20211003.12

(13). Umo, I. S., Ike, M. C., and Ojinma, C.C. (2019). Issues and application of linearized models in geomorphic properties of the Ikpa Watershed, Nigeria. Asian Journal of Geographical Research, 10(3), 1 - 12. Accessible online from http://dx.doi.org/10.9734/AJGR/2019/v10i430123

(14). Umo, I.S., Okoroafor, P.E.N., and Orie, I..I. (2021). Climate change and structural Marxism as basis for economic growth and development of educational sector. Journal of Occupation and Training, 8(3), 147 – 153.

(15). Umo, I.S., Ike M.C. and Enwereuzor I.A. (2019). Dimensionless geomorphometry and discharge in the Ikpa River Basin, Nigeria. Asian Journal of Geographical Research, 1(1), 1 - 13. Accessible from http://dx.doi.org/10.9734/AJGR/2018/40098

(16). Umo, I. S., Ibanga, O.A. and Ike, M.C. (2018). Application of geospatial technologies in assessing gully erosion in the Humid Tropics of Eniong Offot, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. Asian Journal of Environment and Ecology, 6(3), 1 – 13. Available online from https://dx.doi.org/10.9734/AJEE/2018/4/0224

(17). Umo, I.S., Ezemonye M.N., Ike, M.C., & Ojinma, C.C. (2018). Dimensional basin morphometry and discharge in the coastal plains sands of Ikpa River, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International, 13(3), 1 – 13. https://dx.doi.org/10.9734/JGEESI/2017/38699

(18). Ezemonye M.N., Umo, I.S, Ojinma, C.C., Ike M.C. & Enwereuzor, A.I. (2017). Geomorphometric parameters of Ikpa River and its implications for the planning of fluvial hazards in the northeast of Akwa Ibom State. Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science Int’l, 11(1), 1 – 12. Accessible online from

https://dx.doi.org/10.9734/JGEESI/2017/34674

(19). Duru, P.N., Umo, I.S. & Ojinma, C.C. (2015). Enhancing the capability of rural farmers towards effective soil management in Amucha community of Njaba, Imo State. Journal of Emerging Trends in Economics and Management Sciences, 6(8), 381 – 385. Accessible online from http://journals.co.za/doi:10.10520/EJC174483

(20). Umo, I.S., Okoroafor, P.E.N., & Ojinma, C.C. (2014). Sustainable development: The need for effective security for road travellers in Imo State, Nigeria. IOSR Journal of Environmental Science, Toxicology, and Food Technology, 8(2), Version 111, 1 – 5.

(21). Okoroafor, P.E.N., Umo, I.S., & Ojinma, C.C. (2014). Gender base violence in Nigeria: The case of sexual harassment in tertiary institutions. IOSR Journal of Research and Methods in Education, 4(2), (March - April), 10 – 15. Available online from http://dx.doi.org/10.9790/7388-04221015

(22). Ume, N.C., Ike M.C. & Enwereuzor, A.I., Umo, I.S., Egbe, C.A. (2014). Application of geographic information system and satellite remote sensing technologies in identifying the impacts of gully erosion in Urualla, Ideato North, Imo State, Nigeria. Global Research Journal of Science, 1(2), 1 – 8.

(23). Umo, I. S., Ojinma, C. C. & Orie, I.I. (2016). Residents' perception of flash floods and its management challenges in ancient city of Aba, Abia State. TLEP International Journal of Multi-discipline in Applied and Sciences, 1(7), 81 – 88.

(24). Umo, I. S., Ojinma, C. C. & Enwereuzor, A. I. (2014). Rural land resources in Nigeria: A conceptual review of the challenges of management and conservation. CEDSAF Journal of African Contemporary Research, 8(1), 128 – 134.

(25). Umo, I. S., Ojinma, C. C. & Enwereuzor, A. I. (2014). The Impact of the Ibiono- Itu Dam Project on the Downstream Crop Productivity of the Ididep and Itam Communities in Akwa-Ibom State. African Science and Technology Journal, 8(2), 23 – 30.

(26). Umo, I. S., Ojinma, C. C. & Egbe, C.A. (2014). Household vulnerability to flash floods and information sources for safety of Owerri urban residents, Imo State, Journal of Science and Technology Research (University of Port Harcourt), 9(1), 47 – 55.

(27). Umo, I. S., Ojinma, C. C. & Amadi J.C. (2014). Humanistic interpretation of Alvan community: A conceptual analysis in relation to space. African Social and Educational Journal (Imo State University, 3(3), 92 – 98.

(28). Ike, M.C. & Umo, I.S. (2013). Abused of environmental resources: A constraint of development in Nigeria. AIFCE Journal of Social Sciences, 8(1), 100 – 104.

PUBLICATIONS: TEXTBOOKS

29. Umo, I.S., Ojinma, C.C., & Ajoku, B. (2023). A dimension of geographical philosophy and development. Owerri, Cel-Bez Publication.

30. Umo, I.S., Ukwe, G.I. & Enwereuzor, A.I. (2022). A dimension of physical geography. Owerri, Ekene-Grace Publication.

31. Enwereuzor, A.I. and Umo, I.S. (2022). Environment: Issues and sustainability. Owerri, Ekene-Grace Press,

32. Umo, I.S. and Ike, M.C. (2020). A dimension of geographical regions and landforms. Owerri, Brilliant Press.

33. Umo, I.S., Ojinma, C.C., and Ike, M.C. (2020). Nigeria and the developed world: A synopsis of the school of geography. Pages 1 – 148. Owerri, Kristel Publishers. Classic Goggle Books. Available online https://www.google.com.ng/books/edition/Nigeria_and_the_Developed_World/qulX zwEACAAJ?hl=en

CONFERENCES ATTENDED WITH DATES

1. Umo, I.S. & Okoroafor, P.E.N. (2024). Coupling the power of artificial intelligence in mitigating human and climate change impacts of biodiversity loss in Oban hotspot, Nigeria. A paper presented at the 2nd annual Faculty of Science Conference on Science and Technology Education‘s Responses to the Artificial Intelligence Era for National Development. Held at NAS Conference Hall, AIFUE, Owerri, 21st to 23rd May, 2024.

2. Umo, I.S., Enwereuzor, A.I. & Amadi, J.C. (2024). Geographical spreads of cadmium, chromium, arsenic, copper, manganese and zinc in the Kwa Iboe River and its implication on water resource development. A paper submitted at the 3rd International Conference of the Association for Israeli Cultural Studies (TAICS), on Achieving Environmental Sustainable Development in a Globalized World. Held at the Faculty of Social Science Lecture Hall, University of Nigeria Nsukka from 7th to 9th February, 2024. Pages 1 – 16.

3. Umo, I.S., Okoroafor, P.E.N., & Amadi, J.C. (2024). Statistical modellings of heavy metals in the Kwa Iboe River and its implication on water resource development. A paper presented at the 2024 annual Conference of the Faculty of Social Sciences on Climate Change, Migration, and Security. Held at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka. Held from 12th to 15th March, 2024. Pages 1 – 16.

4. Umo, I.S., Enwereuzor, A.I. & Ezemonye, M.N. (2021). Seasonal dynamics and bedload sediments: Towards the sustainability of eco-geomorphologic units in the humid tropical Rivers, Southeastern Nigeria. A paper presented at the 1st NIPES Conference on Recent Developments and Emerging Trends in Science and Engineering towards Sustainable Development and Ecologically Smart Future, Held at UNIBEN Faculty of Engineering Seminar Hall, 7th to 8th October. Pp. 1 - 19.

5. Umo, I.S. & Enwereuzor, A.I. (2021). Geography of post-modernism: An innovative adjustments to the challenges of COVID-19 induced insecurity in Alvan community. A paper presented at the School of Arts and Social Sciences Conference on the Issue of Insecurity and Adjustments in Post COVID-19 Era: Challenges and Innovations towards Sustainable Development. NAS Hall AIFCE, 5th - 7th July.

6. Charles-Akalonu, C.A., Umo, I.S., & Amadi, J.C. (2021). The determinants of sustainable utilization of primary health care facilities in Isiala Mbano, Imo, Nigeria. A paper presented at the 1st NIPES Conference on Recent Developments and Emerging Trends in Science and Engineering towards Sustainable Development and Ecologically Smart Future. UNIBEN Faculty of Engineering Seminar Hall, from 7th to 8th October, Pages 1 -18.

7. Umo, I.S., Okoroafor, P.E.N., & Orie, I.I. (2021). Climate change and structural Marxism as basis for sustainable development of Nigerian educational sector. A paper presented the 7th National Conference on Sustainable Economic Growth and Development in the Nigerian Educational Sector and Future Directions. NAS Hall AIFCE, Owerri, 28th to 30th July, 2021. Pages 1 – 16.

8. Umo, I.S., Okoroafor, P.E.N., & Ukwe, I.G. (2021). Climate variability and trends in urban flood disaster risk awareness in Nigeria. A paper presented at the 1st NIPES Conference on Recent Developments and Emerging Trends in Science and Engineering Faculty of Engineering Seminar Hall, 7th to 8th Oct., 2021, Pp. 1 – 14.

9. Umo, I.S. & Enwereuzor, A.I. (2019). The implications of variations in geographic space, geology, and pedology on food security in the Southeast Nigeria. A paper presented at the 7th Annual School of Science Conference on Science and Technology: A Tool for National Security and National Development, NAS Conference Hall, 8th to 12th April, 2019, Pages 1 – 15.

10. Umo, I.S. & Ojinma C.C. (2018). Issues, trends, and application of linearized model in the 21st watershed geomorphological research. A Paper Presented at the Social Science Teachers’ Association of Nigeria on Social Science Education: Issues and Challenges in the 21st Century, SOASS Hall, 4th to 7th September 2019.

11. Umo, I.S. & Enwereuzor, A.I. (2018). Geography of difference: An assessment of students’ responsiveness to the teaching of undergraduate courses in AIFCE, Owerri. A paper presented at the GSAN annual Conference on the Implementation Strategies of Gender Responsive Pedagogy for Global Best Practices. Imo State University Auditorium, from 24th to 28th April, 2018, Pages 1 – 14.

12. Umo, I. S., Duru, P. & Ojinma, C.C. (2015). Enhancing the capability of rural farmers towards effective soil management in Amucha community of Njaba, Imo State. A Paper Presented at the 2nd International Conference on National Capacity Building Strategy for Sustainable Development and Poverty Alleviation, American University in Emirates, Dubai. 26th to 28th May, 2015, Pages 1 – 14.

13. Umo, I.S., Obasi, M.N. & Okafor, C.A. (2015). Farmer’s awareness of climate variability and adaptation challenges for effective crop productivity in Owerri West, Imo State. A paper presented at the 56th Annual ANG Conference on Climate Change and Human Security, Osun State University, 23th - 27th March, Pp. 1 – 15.

PAST PROJECTS EXECUTED AND ON-GOING PROJECTS WITH DATES

1. Ezemonye, M.N., Edoghen, P., Akpan, O.I., Umo, I.S., Omonigho, G., Ideghen, (2022). Hunters’ vulnerability and adaptation to climate change in the littoral zones of Niger Delta, Nigeria. On-going NRC/ TETFund Sponsored Project, at UNIBEN.

2. Umo, I.S. (2021). Catchment management plan for fifteen watersheds in Edo State. A Geomorphological Consultant to Unique Concept for the Development of Catchment Management Plans for Gully Erosion and Flood at Fifteen Vulnerable Sites in Edo State. NEWMAP Project from May, 2020 to September, 2021.

3. Ojinma, C.C., Obasi, M.N., Uchegbu, E.P. & Umo, I.S., (2016). Flash flood and household reactions towards safety among urban residents in the Southeast Nigeria. A Completed Project for the 2014/2015 TETFund Institutional based Group Research, 67 pages.

4. Umo, I.S. (2019). The dynamics of sediments, heavy metals and nutrients in the Kwa Iboe River, Southeastern Nigeria. Unpublished Ph. D. Thesis, Department of Geography and Regional Planning, University of Benin, Nigeria, 229 pages. TETFund Sponsored.

5. Umo, I.S. (2014). Drainage basin morphometry and discharge in the Ikpa River Basin, Nigeria. Unpublished M. Sc. Thesis, Department of Geography and Regional Planning, University of Benin, Nigeria, 2014: 99pp