Chukwudi is a geographer, environmentalist and peacebuilder. He has a Ph.D. in population and development studies from the University of Calabar. He has also published solution-based research findings widely on climate change, peace and conflict, flood-risk vulnerability, etc. Chukwudi has contributed to prestigious conferences like the Globelics in Ghana and the NetSci-X in Japan. He has also been a Panellist on programs organized by the French Institute for Research in Africa (IFRA), the African Network for Economics of Learning, Innovation, and Competence Building Systems (AFRICALICS), etc. He is currently the Peacebuilding Capacity Building Coordinator of the Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND). He also advocates for environmental and social sustainability through Sustainability Pathways for Africa – a civil society organization that he co-founded. Chukwudi is a Global Africa Sciences Scholar and was a mentee of the European Association of Development Research and Training Institute - JUMP program.

Data Collection In Sensitive Situations

The ethical implications of field research require careful consideration and reflexivity. Chukwudi Njoku offers some reflections of his PhD fieldwork on the pastoralists-farmers conflict in Benue and Taraba States, Nigeria.

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When Dreams Fall Apart: Mental Health and New Beginnings in Academia and Beyond

In this motivational article, the author reflects on his mental health journey of realising teaching wasn’t his dream job after all and starting over in an academia-adjacent career. The article highlights the value of clear boundaries between work and home, of prioritising mental health in academia and beyond, and of being brave enough to choose another road when you reach a dead end.

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The PhD Roadmap: Key Checkpoints for a Strong Start

From selecting the right program and advisor to managing stress and staying motivated, this article offers a comprehensive guide to support future PhD students with insights and tips to navigate each phase of the doctoral process. With an engaging and supportive tone, this roadmap aims to inspire confidence and enthusiasm, equipping students with the tools they need to embark on this exciting and challenging adventure.

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