Teacher Registration Council of Nigeria
Dr. Franca Ginikachi Adieme
Lecturer II
Department of Educational Management, Faculty of Education
Area of Specialization: Educational Administration and Planning
Biography
Dr. Franca Ginikachi Adieme is a lecturer and researcher. She is a native of Edenta, Awo-Idemili in Orsu Local Government Area of Imo State, Nigeria. She is a Christian. Dr. Adieme obtained her Bachelor’s degree in English Language Education from the University of Nigeria Nsukka. She also obtained a Master’s degree and a doctorate in Educational Administration from the University of Port Harcourt, respectively. She is a certified and licensed Nigerian teacher. She was a graduate research assistant in the Department of Educational Management, Faculty of Education, University of Port Harcourt. She is a Facilitator with National Open University of Nigeria. She is currently a Lecturer in the Department of Educational Management, Faculty of Education, Federal University Oye-Ekiti. She has several years of teaching, research and administrative experience in higher education. Her teaching philosophy is grounded in a learner-centred approach that promotes students’ active participation, collaboration and reflective thinking. She strives to create inclusive and supportive learning environments where students feel loved, valued, respected and motivated to reach their full potential. She has authored and co-authored numerous scholarly articles published in reputable national and international peer-reviewed journals, and has presented papers at academic conferences within and outside Nigeria. She is an active member of several professional associations, including the Nigerian Association for Educational Administration and Planning (NAEAP), Association of Educational Management & Policy Practitioners (AEMAPP) and other relevant academic and professional bodies. She also serves as a reviewer for reputable academic journals and participates in collaborative research projects focused on improving educational systems and institutional effectiveness. She has supervised undergraduate and postgraduate research projects and continues to mentor young scholars in educational leadership, research methodology and academic writing.
Research Interests
My research interests encompass Educational Administration, School Leadership, Human Resource Management in Education, Contemporary Issues in Education, Educational Reforms and Policy Implementation, Artificial Intelligence in Education, Smart Education, Educational Innovation, Teacher Professional Development, Educational Technology Integration and Sustainable Development in Education.
Qualifications
| Degree | Institution | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Ph. D. | University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State. | 2017 |
| M.Ed | University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State. | 2012 |
| BA/Ed (English) | University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Enugu State. | 2003 |
| SSCE | Community Secondary School, Awo-Idemili, Orsu L.G.A., Imo State. | 1995 |
| FSLC | Pioneer Primary School, Edenta, Awo-Idemili, Orsu L.G.A., Imo State. | 1989 |
Professional Qualification
University of Cambridge
Awards
Nigerian Association for Educational Administration and Planning (NAEAP)
Membership of Professional Bodies
Member
Member
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Paper Presentation - Local
3rd International Conference Organised by Faculty of Education, Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State.
12th Bieannual Conference of Faculty of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University
Association of Educational Management & Policy Practitioners (AEMAPP)
Association of Educational Management & Policy Practitioners (AEMAPP)
2nd International Conference Organised by Faculty of Education, Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State.
20th Annual Hybrid International Conference of Faculty of Education, University of Nigeria, Nsukka.
7th Annual Conference of Department of Educational Management, Faculty of Education, University of Port Harcourt,
41st Annual National Conference of the Nigerian Association for Educational Administration and Planning (NAEAP), at the national Commission for Colleges of Education (NCCE), Abuja
35th Annual Congress of the Nigerian Academy of Education (NAE),
34th Annual Congress of the Nigerian Academy of Education,
Nigerian Association for Educational Administration and Planning (NAEAP)
Nigerian Association for Educational Administration and Planning (NAEAP)
34th Annual National Conference of the Nigerian Association for Educational Administration and Planning (NAEAP), at the University of Benin, Edo State.
International Conference and Workshop on Emerging Issues and Educational Developments in Nigeria in the 21st Century from 16th-19th June, 2015, at Delta State University, Abraka, Nigeria.
100 Years of Education in Nigeria Organized by Faculty of Education, University of Port Harcourt
International Conference on Education and Sustainable Development in the Niger Delta Region of Nigeria at the Niger Delta University, Wilberforce Island, Bayelsa State, Nigeria.
14th Annual National Conference Announcement of the Faculty of Education, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Enugu State,
2nd International Conference Organised by Centre for Higher Education, University of Port Harcourt
Faculty of Social Science Auditorium, Rev. Fr. Moses Orshio Adasu University, Makurdi, Benue State.
Paper Presentation - International
ICEL 12th International Conference on e-Learning, the University of Central Florida Orlando, USA.
Conference Proceedings of North American University’s 5th Annual International Conference (AIC) on The Role of Emerging Technologies in Higher Education, held from 8-10 May. http://www.na.edu/internationalconference/
Undergraduate Project Supervision
INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP AND TEACHERS’ CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN OYE LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, EKITI STATE
MANAGING TEACHERS’ WORKLOADS FOR ENHANCED JOB PRODUCTIVITY IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN OYE LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, EKITI STATE
SUPPORTIVE LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS AND TEACHER JOB PERFORMANCE IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN OYE LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, EKITI STATE
AVAILABILITY AND UTILISATION OF DIGITAL DEVICES IN THE TEACHING OF BUSINESS STUDIES IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN OYE LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF EKITI STATE
ENTREPRENEURIAL SKILLS NEEDED FOR SELF-RELIANCE AMONG UNDERGRADUATES IN FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OYE-EKITI
TEACHERS' CAPACITY BUILDING PROGRAMMES FOR ENHANCING TEACHING-LEARNING PROCESS IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN OYE LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, EKITI STATE, NIGERIA
INFLUENCE OF TEACHERS’ MOTIVATION ON STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN OYE LOCAL GOVERNMENT, EKITI STATE
TIME MANAGEMENT PRACTICES FOR ENHANCING ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE AMONG BUSINESS EDUCATION UNDERGRADUATE IN FEDRAL UNIVERSITY OYE EKITI
IMPACT OF AI-POWERED LEARNING TOOLS ON STUDENTS’ LEARNING OUTCOMES IN SECONDARY SCHOOL IN OYE LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF EKITI STATE
MANAGING ONLINE LEARNING PLATFORMS FOR ENHANCING STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC ENGAGEMENT IN FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OYE-EKITI
IMPACT OF E-LEARNING ON UNDERGRADUATES' ACADEMIC ENGAGEMENT IN FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OYE-EKITI, EKITI STATE
ECONOMICS TEACHERS’ INSTRUCTIONAL DELIVERY STRATEGIES FOR ENHANCING TEACHING-LEARNING PROCESS IN PUBLIC SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN OYE-EKITI, EKITI STATE
Course Teaching
Leadership and Interpersonal Relationships in Organisation
Introduction to Educational Administration and Organisations
Introduction to Educational Planning & Policy
Group Dynamics
Educational Costs and Financial Matters
Professional Skill
I am a skilled teacher with multiple teaching strategies that meet the needs of different learners.
I have the ability to effectively plan, organise, coordinate, and manage available material and human resources to achieve organisational goals.
I have the ability to surf the Internet for Open Education Resources (OERs) that enable me to prepare lecture materials and keep abreast of new trends and pedagogies.
I have the ability to write academic Papers that are published in high-impact journals.
I am proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Proficient in the use of Google Classroom, Zoom, Google Meet, and Microsoft Teams for online teaching, learning, and professional collaboration.
I have the ability to effectively prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple academic, research, and administrative responsibilities efficiently.
Selected Publications
Diversity, digital finance, and organizational resilience: Lessons from Nigeria’s changing labour economy.
Authors: Nzomiwu, A. C., Adieme, F. G., Okoroafor, I. B., & Ogbu, P.
IOASD Journal of Business and Management Studies, 3(3), 113-118. • 2026
Open publicationAjewole, I. P. & Adieme, F. G.
Authors: Management of girl-child education for eradicating the prevalence of paedophilia among pupils in primary schools in Ekiti State, Nigeria.
Gender and Behaviour, 24(1), 24985-24995. https://doi.org/10.4314/gab.v24i1.18 • 2026
Open publicationInstitutional ethical leadership practices for enhancing value-based education in Federal Universities in South-East, Nigeria.
Authors: Adieme, F. G.
Scientific Journal of Educational Research and Law (SJERAL), 7(2), 367-375. • 2025
Open publicationRestructuring Nigerian secondary education curriculum through digitalisation for sustainable development in Rivers State, Nigeria.
Authors: Ukala, C. C. & Adieme, F. G.
International Journal of Economics, Environmental Development and Society (IJEEDS), 6(1), 26-37. • 2025
Open publicationManagement of teachers’ digital competences for implementation of technology-driven classrooms in secondary schools in Rivers State, Nigeria.
Authors: Ukala, C. C. & Adieme, F. G.
International Journal of Institutional Leadership, Policy and Management, 7(1), 49-60. • 2025
Open publicationEffect of group cognitive behavioural therapy (GCBT) on social anxiety disorder (SAD) among visually impaired students in rural communities in South-East, Nigeria.
Authors: Amaeze, E. F., Nwogu, G. A., Oyeoku, E. K., Adieme, F. G., Adaramoye, T. O., Afolabi, O. A., Utoware, J. D. A., Balogun, B. N., Ilesanmi, O. O. & Eke, U. N.
International Research Journal of Multidisciplinary Scope (IRJMS), 6(2), 1378-1387. • 2025
Open publicationImpact of indiscipline on students’ academic performance and school management strategies in Nigerian public secondary schools.
Authors: Nwogu, G. A., Ajewole, I. P., Balogun, B. N., Utoware, J. D. A., Ilesanmi, O. O., Adieme, F. G., Afolabi, O. A., Fadiya, A. A., Adeyemo, D. A., Efuntade, A. O., Adelakun, I. S. & Togunloju, T.
Ianna Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies, 7(2), 123-135. • 2025
Open publicationImplementation of inclusive education policy for the attainment of Sustainable Development Goal 4 in junior secondary schools in Rivers State, Nigeria
Authors: Ukala. C. C. & Adieme, F. G.
British Journal of Education, 12(5), 39-57. • 2024
Open publicationTransformative classroom management (TCM) strategies for engaging the head, the heart and the hands secondary schools in Rivers State, Nigeria
Authors: Ukala, C. C. & Adieme, F. G.
International Journal of Education & Social Science Research, 7(6),167-182. • 2024
Open publicationManaging digitalisation of secondary education for sustainable development in Imo State, Nigeria
Authors: Mba, C. O. & Adieme, F. G.
International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), 8(10), 2748-2756. • 2024
Open publicationManaging entrepreneurial education for developing entrepreneurial human capital in public universities in Rivers State, Nigeria.
Authors: Ukala, C. C. & Adieme, F. G.
International Journal of Economics, Environmental Development and Society (IJEEDS), 5(4), 499-510. • 2024
Open publicationIntegrating technopreneurial skills for graduate employability in federal universities in South-East, Nigeria: An imperative for economic recovery.
Authors: Ukala, C. C. & Adieme, F. G.
African Journal of Educational Research and Development (AJERD), 15(1), 233-248. • 2024
Open publicationSecurity management practices for enhancing safe school environments in federal universities in South-South, Nigeria.
Authors: Adieme, F. G. & Oliobi, G. I.
African Journal of Educational Management, 25(1), 109-128. • 2024
Open publicationImplementation of teacher professionalisation policy for sustainable education reform in junior secondary schools in Rivers State, Nigeria.
Authors: Adieme, F. G. & Ukala, C. C.
International Journal of Educational Research, 20(1), 249-262. • 2024
Open publicationManaging teachers for transformative learning in secondary schools in Rivers State, Nigeria: An imperative for sustainable national transformation.
Authors: Adieme, F. G. & Ukala, C. C.
International Journal of Education & Social Science Research, 7(6), 183-197. • 2024
Open publicationAssessment of lecturers’ competencies in the use of technology-enhanced Learning (TEL) for student academic engagement in public universities in Rivers State, Nigeria.
Authors: Obasi, K. K. & Adieme, F. G.
Best Journal of Innovation in Science, Research and Development, 2(1), 1-13. • 2023
Open publicationRegenerating teachers’ capacity building for entrepreneurship education in secondary schools in Rivers State: An imperative for sustainable development
Authors: Nzokurum, J. C. & Adieme, F. G.
EPRA International Journal of Environmental Economics, Commerce and Educational Management, 10(3), 1-8. • 2023
Open publicationManagement of school safety policy implementation for sustainable security in secondary schools in Rivers State
Authors: Ukala, C. C. & Adieme, F. G.
Journal of Educational Administration and Planning (NJEAP), 22(2), 121-145. • 2022
Open publicationApplication of learning management system (LMS) as quality assurance tool for enhancing virtual learning in public universities in Rivers State, Nigeria
Authors: Jack, I. F. & Adieme, F. G.
International Journal of Advanced educational Research, 4(2), 82-95. • 2022
Open publicationApplication of digital surveillance as a managerial tool for quality assurance in secondary schools in Rivers State, Nigeria.
Authors: Nwideeduh, S. B. & Adieme, F. G.
The International Journal of Business and Management, 9(3), 9-15. • 2021
Open publicationPerformance appraisal and teachers’ job satisfaction in secondary schools in Anambra State, Nigeria
Authors: Adieme, F. G. & Oliobi, G. I.
International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development, 8(12), 128-132. • 2021
Open publicationWork-life balance and teachers’ engagement in private secondary schools in Port Harcourt Metropolis, Rivers State, Nigeria
Authors: Obasi, K. K. & Adieme, F. G.
Sagoge – Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences, 1(7), 86-106. • 2021
Open publicationThe triple helix of university-industry-government collaboration for sustainable national development in state universities in South-South, Nigeria
Authors: Nwogu, U. J. & Adieme, F. G.
European Journal of Research and reflection in Educational Sciences 6(2), 48-53. • 2018
Open publicationPrincipals’ job performance enhancement for economic recovery in secondary schools in Rivers State, Nigeria
Authors: Nwogu, U. J. & Adieme, F. G.
Asian Journal of Management Sciences & Education, 7(4), 7-17. • 2018
Open publicationEducation law and management of teachers’ professional ethics in secondary schools in Abia State, Nigeria
Authors: Ohia, A. N. & Adieme, F. G.
International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development, 5(7), 89-94. • 2018
Open publicationTeachers’ needs for sustainable functional secondary education in Imo State, Nigeria
Authors: Ukaigwe, P. C. & Adieme, F. G.
European Journal of Research and Reflection in Educational Sciences, 6(4), 31-42. • 2018
Open publicationAdopting learning management system (LMS) for teaching in Nigerian Federal universities
Authors: Onyeagbako, S. O., Adieme, F. G. & Nwokolo, E. P.
ICEL Proceedings of the 12th International Conference on e-Learning, the University of Central Florida Orlando, USA. ISBN: 978-1-5108-4518-3. • 2017
Open publicationInnovative techniques for managing corporate corrupt practices in universities in South-East, Nigeria
Authors: Nwogu, U. J. & Adieme, F. G.
International Journal of Academic Research and Reflection, 5(2), 71- 80. • 2017
Open publicationPrimary school completion rates in Rivers State, Nigeria (2008 - 2014): Implications for Millennium Development Goals
Authors: Adieme, F. G. & Abraham, N. M.
American Journal of Educational Research, 4(7), 539 – 550. • 2016
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