POLITICAL SCIENCE

INTRODUCTION

The Political Science Programme in the Department of Political Science and International Students Relations offers a Bachelor of Science in Political Science. The Department also offers PGD, M.Sc. and PhD degrees in various courses in Political Science. The degree programme in Political Science is one of the degree-offering programmes that started in November 2009. It has since then graduated over five sets of students who are today scattered all over the world pursuing various areas of human endeavours.

The Political Science courses are Interdisciplinary, which involves other subjects as sociology, economics, and Psychology and are designed to equip students with the necessary theoretical foundations, knowledge and skills in Political Science.

PHILOSOPHY

The philosophy and mission of our Political Science programme is to produce graduates who are multitaskers, who will do a bit of everything; graduates with a critical mind, requisite ability and skill to analyse, comprehend, predict and influence the factors that shape and mould power relationships in an ever-changing socio-political environment in a globalising world. Our mission and philosophy of dialogue form the background of research and teaching in this programme.

AIMS AND OBJECTIVES

The main objectives of the programme are to:
  • Provide training in the principles of political science and their application to political economy, public administration and international relations.
  • Stimulate the students intellectually through the programme in such a way that they appreciate social problems.
  • Provide a solid foundation of knowledge about the workings of society and its institutions, and develop the skills for the constructive use of such knowledge.
  • Develop in students the ability to apply political science knowledge to the resolution of societal problems and conflict.
  • Develop in students, such skills and competencies that would allow them to be self-reliant and entrepreneurial.
  • Provide the students with the necessary skills for studying and analyzing society.
  • Provide the students with the skills-based from which they can proceed to higher studies in political science.
  • Imbue in the students a deep appreciation of the political dynamics of society and the impact of this on wider socio-economic development and societal well-being.
  • To introduce students to the core concepts and theories in Political Science
  • To acquaint the students with the basic methods of political inquiry, analysis and applications.

Political Science Programme Contact Info

Department of Political Science and International Students Relations

+2348037256406
polinterel@gouni.edu.ng

Mon – Fri 9:00A.M. – 5:00P.M.

Social Info

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CAREER PROSPECTS
RESEARCH
STAFF PROFILES

CAREER PROSPECTS OF OUR POLITICAL SCIENCE PROGRAMME

 

Our students are endowed with an array of hard and soft skills that are essential in professions across many fields. These included verbal and written communications skills, critical thinking, data analysis, creativity, and entrepreneurship. Our Political Science degree is, therefore, versatile and can lead our graduates to diverse career paths.

 

They can be involved in Jobs relating to

(i)        International Affairs

(ii)       Private Business

(iii)      Public Relations Manager

(iv)      Marketing

(v)       Teaching

(vi)      Mediator and Conciliator

(vii)     Corporate Sectors

(viii)    Political Consultant

(ix)      Intelligence/Security Sector

(x)       Entrepreneur

(xi)      Legislative officer

RESEARCH AND INNOVATIONS

 

The Department is engaged in an ongoing Research on African Development and Underdevelopment. It will be published soon.

Faculty and Staff Profiles and Credentials

 

S/No

Names Of Lecturer

Sex

Qualification (Add Certification Date & Institution)

Area of Specialization

Rank

 

Phone Number/Email

A. Full-Time Lecturers

1

UGWUOZOR, Samuel (Dr) (HOD)

Male

Ph.D 2009, PGDE 2008, M.Sc 2003, BL 1995, LLB 1994, B.Sc 1980

Political Philosophy/Theory

Senior Lecturer

 

08037256406

samugwuozor@gouni.edu.ng/ ugwuozor.sam@gmail.com

2

OCHEOHA, Onyema (Dr/Prof)

Male

LL.M 2012, B-L 2005, LL.B 2004, (mni), KURU 1993,   Ph D 1984, Dip. Consulting, HSI Canada 1980, Mgt. RIPA(UK) 1979, ASCON/CMD 1978, M.P.A. 1977, FIMC 1982,  B.Sc 1967

1. Public Policy Analysis

2. International   Human Rights &Humanitarian  Law

Professor

08033384556/

08050334417

ocheoha@gouni.edu.ng/ austineocheoha@gmail.com

3

Amadi Cletus Okechukwu (Dr.)

Male

Ph.D 2014, M.Sc  1999, PGD 1994 B.Sc/Ed 1991, NCE 1987

Public Admin.

Senior Lecturer

08033359323

cletusamadi@gouni.edul.com

4

IFEDI, Francisca (Dr. Mrs.)

(Pol. Sci. Coordinator)

Female

Ph.D 2014, M.Sc 2000, B.Sc 1996

Foreign Policy and Economic Diplomacy

Lecturer I

08035306554/ 08170589630 fifedi@gouni.edu.ng

5

NWEKE, Clement 

Male

M.Sc 2012, PGD 2010, ACTI 2010, NIM 2010, ASCON 2010, B.Sc/Ed 2006

Political Economy

Lecturer II

08030735233

cnweke@gouni.edu.ng/ clems_whizkid@yahoo.com

6

ONYISI, Anthony U.

Male

M.Sc 2013, B.Sc 2003.

Political Theory

Lecturer II

08064075115

aonyishi@gouni.edu.ng/

onyishianthonyugwu@gmail.com

7

AJIBO, Christian Chukwuma

Male

M.Ed 2020, B.Ed 2012, NCE 2010

Edu/Political

Lecturer II

08069375161

ajibo@gouni.edu.ng

 

B. Part-Time, Adjunct, and Visiting  Lecturers

8

ONWO, Desmond O. (Dr)

Male

Ph.D 2000, M.Sc 1992, B.Sc 1987

Government

Senior Lecturer (Adjunct)

08034755955

onwodesmond@gouni.edu.ng

9

ODOZIOBODO, Ifeanyi Severus (Prof)

Male

Ph.D 2013, M.Sc. 2006, M.P.A 1992, DIJ 1990, B,Phil Hons 1989

Public Admin

Professor (Part-Time)

08033706200/08056001922

siodoziobodo@gmail.com

10

UDEUHELE, Godwin Ikechukwu (Prof. Dr.)

Male

Ph.D 2015, M.Sc. 2001, B.Sc. 1993, NCE 1990

Governance and Development Studies

Professor (Sabbatical Leave)

08037505496

godwinudeuhele@gouni.edu.ng or udeuhele@yahoo.com
                 

 

NON-ACADEMIC STAFF IN POLITICAL SCIENCE

S/N

Names Of Lecturer

Sex

Qualification (Add Certification Date & Institution)

Area of Specialization

Rank

 

Phone Number/Email

 

Full-Time

1

AGUSIONU, Chioma Lilian

Female

(B.Sc/Ed) 2016,  (OND) 2013.

Accounting

Confidential Secretary 1

 08032792012

chiomaagusionu@gouni.edu.ng

 

2

IYIOKE, Nkechi Caroline

Female

M.Sc 2024, B.Sc

Political Sci/International Relations

Graduate Assistant

07012351696

nkech.iyioke@gouni.edu.ng

 

 

PROGRAMME DURATION

The Political Science degree programme has a duration of four (4) years

The degree programme in Political Science is one of the degree-offering programmes that started in November 2009.

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ALUMNI PROFILES AND TESTIMONIALS

  • Mr. Nnaji Ejike

    Mr Nnaji Ejike S. is a graduate of the Political Science class of 2014. He is currently a lecturer in the Political Science Department of Godfrey Okoye University, Enugu.

  • Adaora A. Nzenwaigbo N (Nee Chukwura)

    Adaora A. Nzenwaigbo N (Nee Chukwura) is a graduate of Political Science of 2016. She was a Lecturer in the Political Science Department, Godfrey Okoye University. She is currently works at, Federal University of Allied Health Sciences, Trans-Ekulu

  • Mr Ifeanyichukwu Eneoko

    Mr Ifeanyichukwu Eneoko is a graduate of the Political Science class of 2014. He served in COHON as the deputy secretary and assistant press director. He was also a one-time reporter at GOUNI Radio Station. He is currently a doctoral student in Manchester, UK.

  • Alphonsus Onyeachonam Nwafor

    Alphonsus Onyeachonam Nwafor is a graduate of the Political Science class of 2017. He is the CEO of Alicodestiny Autos Nig. Ltd.

  • Chidera Kingsley Nnebedum

    Chidera Kingsley Nnebedum is a graduate of the Political Science class of 2016. He was the COHON President 2015/2016, and he is currently working with GTBank