Dr Stanley I.R. Okoduwa is the Project Director at SIRONigeria Global Limited and currently works at the Directorate of Research and Development, Nigerian Institute of Leather and Science Technology, (NILEST), (an agency under the Federal Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology), Zaria Nigeria. He worked previously as a Senior Lecturer and the Postgraduate Coordinator at the Department of Biochemistry, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Babcock University Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State (2021-2024). His passion is on innovative research that would improve the quality of human life. Special Area of interest includes development of novel therapeutic for Type 2 Diabetes. Development of Animal model of Diseases and working on medicinal plants for possible extraction and isolation of bioactive components.
SELECTED SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATIONS
- Okoduwa, S.I.R., Mhya, D.H., Abdulwaliyu, I., Igiri, B.E., Okoduwa, U.J., Arthur, D.E., Laleye, A.O., Osang, G.J., Onaleye, O.L., & Nathyns-Pepple, E. (2024). Phytomedicine approach for management of diabetes mellitus: an overview of scientifically confirmed medicinal plants with hypoglycaemic properties and their probable mechanism of action. Phytochemistry Reviews, 1-61. Download Article
- Asad, A., Akhtar, S., Ismail, T., Raza, H., & Okoduwa, S.I.R. (2024). Evaluation of chapattis fortified-diet with raw and fermented carrot powder in persons with type 2 diabetes: A randomized control pilot study. World Nutrition, 15(2), 134–145. Download Article
- Okoduwa S.I.R., Igiri B.E., Tagang J.I., Okoduwa U.J., Adeyi A.O. (2024). Therapeutic smart-footwear approach for management of neuropathic diabetic foot ulcers: Current challenges and focus for future perspective. Medicine in Novel Technology and Devices, 23, 100311, Download Article
- Bamidele O.T., Okoduwa, S.I.R., Olasehinde O.E., Okonkwo, N.E., Ibeaja, F.C. (2023). Correlation of estimated average glucose with single point glucose values in patients attending a clinical laboratory facility in South-Western Nigeria: A retrospective study. Nigerian Journal of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, 38(3),139-146. Download Article
- Okoduwa, S.I.R., Mhya, D.H., Enang, I.A., Salawu, A.O. (2022). Diabetes mellitus and COVID-19: Possible interactions and mechanisms in comorbid patients. Journal of Health Science and Medical Research, 41(1),1-19. Download Article
- Okoduwa S.I.R., Umar I.A., James D.B., Inuwa H.M., Habila J.D., Venditti A. (2021). Bioguided fractionation of hypoglycaemic component in methanol extract of Vernonia amygdalina: an in vivo study. Natural Product Research, 35(24), 5943-5947. Download Article
- Mhya D.H., Alegbejo J.O., Okoduwa S.I.R., Anigo K.M. (2020). Fractionated ethanol extract of Balanites aegyptiaca fruit-mesocarp effect on diabetes mellitus model rats. Asian Journal of Biotechnology. doi: 10.3923/ajbkr.2020. Download Article
- Igiri B.E., Tagang J.I., Okoduwa S.I.R., Adeyi A.O., Okeh A. (2019). An integrative review of therapeutic footwear for neuropathic foot due to diabetes mellitus, Diabetes & Metabolic Syndrome: Clinical Research & Review.13(2): 913-923, doi: 10.1016/j.dsx.2018.12.011 Download Article
- Okoduwa S.I.R., Umar I.A., James D.B. and Inuwa H.M. (2017). Validation of the antidiabetic effects of Vernonia amygdalina delile leaf fractions in fortified diet-fed streptozotocin-treated rat model of Type-2 diabetes. Journal of Diabetology, 8(3):74-85. Download Article
- Okoduwa S.I.R., Umar I.A., James D.B. and Inuwa H.M. (2017). Anti-diabetic potential of Ocimum gratissimum leaf fractions in fortified diet-fed streptozotocin-treated rat model of Type-2 diabetes. Medicines, 4(4):73. Download Article
- Okoduwa S.I.R., Umar I.A., James D.B. and Inuwa H.M. (2017). Appropriate insulin level in selecting fortified diet-fed, streptozotocin-treated rat model of type 2 diabetes for anti-diabetic studies. PloS ONE. 12(1): e0170971 Download Article
- Okoduwa, S.I.R., Umar, I.A., James D.B., Inuwa H.M., Habila J.D. (2016). Evaluation of extraction protocols for anti-diabetic phytochemical substances from medicinal plants. World Journal of Diabetes. 7(20). 605-614. Download Article
- Okoduwa, S.I.R., Umar, I.A., Ibrahim, S., Bello, F. and Habila N. (2015). Age-dependent alteration in antioxidant defense system among patients with hypertension and type-2 diabetes. Journal of Diabetes and Metabolic Disorders, 14:32. Download Article
- Okoduwa, S.I.R., Umar, I.A., Ibrahim, S., Bello, F. and Ndidi, S.U. (2014). Socio-economic status of patients with type 2 diabetes and hypertension attending the Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital, Zaria, North-West Nigeria. Global Journal of Health Science, 7:(1) 280-287. Download Article
- Okoduwa, S.I.R., Umar, I.A., Ibrahim, S., Bello, F. (2013). Relationship of oxidative stress with type 2 diabetes and hypertension. Journal of Diabetology. 4(1): 1-13. Download Article
OTHER PUBLICATIONS
- Mhya D.H., Okoduwa S.I.R., Mohammed A., Saidu, M.H., Muhammad H.N. and Jakwa A.G. (2024). Potential of green synthesis using a nanotechnology approach to enhance the biological properties of onion extracts. Nigerian Journal of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. 39(2), 64-73 Download Article
- Maaz M., Sultan M.T., Okoduwa S.I.R., Khalid M.U., Asif A., Rafique M., Israr M., Ahmad M. (2024). The association and interactions of malnutrition, micronutrients and drug therapy in the management of tuberculosis. World Nutrition, 15(2), 106–118. Download Article
- Okoduwa S.I.R., Abdulwaliyu I., Igiri B.E., Arekemase S.O., Okoduwa U.J., Itiat J.F., Egbule M.N., Mustapha R.A. (2024). Multi-therapeutic potential of flavonoids as an essential component in neutraceuticals for the treatment and management of human diseases. Phytomedicine Plus, 4(100558), Download Article
- Abdulwaliyu I., Okoduwa, S.I.R., Arekemase S.O., Batari M.L. (2023). Conceptual triple E model for sustainable food security: A solution-based framework for hunger and malnutrition in Nigeria. World Nutrition, 14(4),56-62. Download Article
- Yahaya, S.M., Bashir, M., Okoduwa, S.I.R., Ismail, I.S., Igiri, B.E., Agbele, E.I., Sule, M.S. (2023) Kinetic studies and bioremediation potential of chromate reductase-characterised Aspergillus flavus tannery effluent. Nigerian Journal of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, 38(4), 164-171. Download Article
- Abdulwaliyu I., Okoduwa S.I.R., Arekemase S.O., Muhammad A., Batari M.L., Mustapha R.A., Itiat J.F. (2023). Impact of security challenges on food and nutrition security in Nigeria: The role of food production focus. Malaysian Journal of Sustainable Agricultures, 7(1):45-51. Download Article
- Igiri B.E., Okoduwa S.I.R., Munirat S.A., Otu-Bassey I.B., Bashir A., Onyiyioza O.M., Enang I.A., Okoduwa U.J. (2023). Diversity in enteric fever diagnostic protocols and recommendation for composite reference standard. Iran Journal Medical Microbiology. 17 (1):23-39. Download Article
- Abdulwaliyu I., Okoduwa S.I.R., Sangodare R., Arekemase S.O., Batari M.L., Muhammad A. (2023). Review of studies on palm-oil consumption in relation to risk of cardiovascular diseases. Journal of Nutrition and Food Security. 8(1):137-151 Download Article
- Okoduwa S.I.R., Calignano G., Cobo M.J. (2023). Editorial: The impact of countries’ economy and wealth on their research activities. Frontiers in Research Metrics and Analytics, 7:1129373. Download Article
- Okoduwa S.I.R., Abdulwaliyu I. (2023). Dietary approach for management of Type-2 diabetes: An overview of glycemic indices of commonly consumed foods in Nigeria. Diabetes & Metabolic Syndrome: Clinical Research & Review, 17(1), Download Article
- Arthur, D.E., Aroh, A.O., Okoduwa, S.I.R., Mamza, U. T. (2022). Molecular Docking Studies of Selected Inhibitors of β-cell Lymphoma 2 Family Proteins. Nigerian Journal of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. 37(4), 241-256 Download Article
- Arekemase S.O., Abdulwaliyu I., Okoduwa S.I.R., Anigo K.M., Ameh D.A. (2022). Effect of alkaline treatments in lye and slaked lime on some nutrients, antinutrients and in vitro protein digestibility of egyptian riverhemp (sesbania sesban) seeds. Food and Feed Research, 49(2), 117-125, Download Article
- Onyenachi, D.I., & Okoduwa, S.I.R. (2022). Impact of online media in management of burden and psychological trauma associated with COVID-19 pandemic and spread of false new. Information Technology Journal, 21(1), 24-32 Download Article
- Gauje, B., Yusufu, W. N., Chia, M. A., Bako, S. P., Abolude, D. S., Tanimu, Y., … & Okoduwa, S.I.R. (2022). Simultaneous phytoremediation of tannery effluent and production of fatty acids rich biomass by Chlorella sorokiniana. Journal of Applied Phycology, 1-12. Download Article
- Otu-Bassey, I.B., Igiri, B.E., Okafor, E.L., Ben, S.A., & Okoduwa, S.I.R. (2022). Comparative Prevalence of Enteric Parasitic Infections among Subclinical Breastfeeding/Non-Breastfeeding Mothers and their Infants in Calabar, Nigeria. Nigerian Journal of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, 37(1), 1-8. Download Article
- Abdulwaliyu I., Okoduwa S.I.R., Sangodare R., Arekemase S.O., Batari M.L., Muhammad A. (2022). Retrospective study of researches on palm-oil consumption in relation with risk of cardiovascular diseases. Journal of Nutrition and Food Security. In-Press, Accepted for publication. Download Article
- Igiri BE, Okoduwa SIR, Akabuogu EP, Okoduwa UJ, Enang IA, Idowu OO, Abdullahi S, Onukak IE, Onuruka CC, Christopher OPO, Salawu AO, Chris AO and Onyemachi DI (2021) Focused research on the challenges and productivity of researchers in Nigerian academic institutions without funding. Frontiers in Research Metrics and Analytics, 6:727228. doi: 10.3389/frma.2021.727228 Download Article
- Salami V.U., Okoduwa S.I.R., Chris A.O., Ayilara S.I., Okoduwa U.J. (2021). Opinion review of socio-economic impact of covid-19 on women’s health. Frontiers in Global Women’s Health, doi: 10.3389/fgwh.2021.647421 Download Article
- Okpe O., Agada, E.E., Okoduwa, S.I.R., Upev, V.A., Abu, S.M., and Adakole O. (2021). Aqueous stem bark extract of Magifera indica suppresses parasitemia and ameliorates anaemia in mice model of malarial infection. Malaysian Journal of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, 24(3), 105-112 Download Article
- Abdulwaliyu, I., Okoduwa, S.I.R., Arekemase, S. O., Muhammad, A., Ibrahim, S., & Onyike, E. (2021). Effect of Folic Acid and Vitamin-C Administration on Paraoxonase and Arylesterase-1 Activities in Rats intoxicated with Lead. Journal of Chemical Health Risks, 11(Special Issue: Bioactive Compounds: Their Role in the Prevention and Treatment of Diseases), 207-220. Download Article
- Habila B., Ukoha P.O., Okoduwa S.I.R., Salim A., Babangida M.B., Simon A. (2020). Synthesis, characterization of immobilized thuisalicyclic-mercaptoethanol biligand system and its application in detoxification of chromium III and iron III ions from tannery wastewater. New Journal of Chemistry. doi: 10.1039/C9NJ05072H Download Article
- Abdulwaliyu I., Arekemase S.O., Adudu J.A., Egbule M.N., Okoduwa S.I.R. (2019). Investigation of the medicinal significance of phytic acid as an indispensable anti-nutrient in diseases. Clinical Nutrition Experimental. DOI: 10.1016/j.yclnex.2019.10.002 Download Article
- Chris A.O., James G., Okoduwa S.I.R. (2019). Attitude towards access and utilization of maternal health services by women at Sabon Gari Local Government Area, Kaduna State. International Journal of Women’s Health Care. 4(1): 1-5 Download Article
- Okoduwa S.I.R., Abe, J.O., Samuel, B.I., Chris, A.O., Oladimeji, R.A., Idowu, O.O., Okoduwa, U.J. (2018). Attitudes, perceptions and barriers to research and publishing among research and teaching staff in a Nigerian Research Institute. Frontiers in Research Metrics and Analytics, DOI: 10.3389/frma.2018.00026 Download Article
- Igiri B.E., Okoduwa S.I.R., Idoko G.O., Akabuogu E.P., Adeyi A.O., Ejiogu I.K. (2018). Toxicity and bioremediation of heavy metals contaminated ecosystem from tannery wastewater. A review. Journal of Toxicology, Article ID 2568038, volume 2018, p2018. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1155/2018/2568038 Download Article
- Njoku S.U., Anigo K, Ogunrinde G.O, Okoduwa, S.I.R. (2018). Study on the relationship between some trace mineral elements and antioxidant enzymes among under-five children with protein-energy malnutrition. Clinical and Medical Pediatrics, Doi: 10.15761/CMP.1000101 Download Article
- Igiri B.E., Inyang-Etoh P.C., Ejezie C.G., Okoduwa S.I.R., Otu-Bassey I. B., Ogba. O.M. (2018). Prevalence of Malaria and Available Practice for Its Prevention among Patients with Febrile Illness Attending Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital, Zaria, North-West Nigeria. Public Health and Preventive Medicine. 4(2):11-18 Download Article
- Igiri B.E., Ejezie C.G., Inyang-Etoh P.C., Jimoh O., Okoduwa S.I.R., Otu-BasseyI.B., Ogba O.M. (2018). Incidence of malaria and salmonellosis co-infection in Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital, Shika-Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria. Clinical Science Research and Reports. 1(2):1-5 Download Article
- Okoduwa S.I.R., Okpe O., Okoduwa U.J., Igiri B.E., Mhya D.H., Mbora L.O. (2018). Comparison of Yield and Phytoconstituents of Vernonia amygdalina and Ocimum gratissimum Leaves Extract from Three Extraction Methods. International Journal of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences. 3(2): 27-34 Download Article
- Chidi E, Okoduwa S.I.R, Okpe O. (2017). Effects of aqueous extract of three cultivars of banana (Musa acuminata) fruit peel on kidney and liver function indices in wistar rats. Medicines.4(4):77. DOI:10.3390/medicines4040077 Download Article
- Onukak I.E, Mohammed-Dabo I.A, Ameh A.O., Okoduwa S.I.R., Fasanya O.O. (2017). Production and characterization of biomass briquettes from tannery solid waste. Recycling. 2(17): DOI:10.3390/recycling2040017 Download Article
- Okoduwa S.I.R. (2017). Promoting the vision and research mandate of institutions through mobile technology in the 21st century: Case study “NILEST mobile-app. International Journal of Advanced Research and Publications. 1(3): 138-140. Download Article
- Okoro P.N., Ibrahim S., Inuwa H.M., Okoduwa S.I.R. (2017). Evaluation of Mango Seed Kernel Methanolic Extract on Metalloproteases in Carpet Viper (Echis ocellatus) Venom: An in Vitro Experiment. Iranian Journal of Toxicology, 11(5): 23-30 Download Article
- Okpe O., Isaac T.O., Okoduwa S.I.R., Omoregbe F.B., Ezeiru C.C. (2017). Enzymatic conversion of waste (rice husk) into fermentable sugar through dilute acid pre-treatment. Asian Journal of Environment and Ecology. 1(2): 1-6 Download Article
- Okoduwa S.I.R., Igiri B., Udeh C.B., Edenta C., Gauje B. (2017). Tannery effluent treatment by yeast species isolates from spoilt watermelon. Toxics. 5(1):6, 5010006 Download Article
- Okpe O., Habila N., Ikwebe J., Upev V.A., Okoduwa S.I.R, Omiagbocho T.I. (2016). Antimalarial potential of Carica papaya and Vernonia amygdalina in mice infected with Plasmodium berghei. Journal of Tropical Medicine. Volume 2016, Article ID 8738972, 6 Download Article
- Okolo V.N., Olowolafe A., Akawu I. and Okoduwa S.I.R. (2016). Effects of industrial effluents on soil resource in Challawa industrial area, Kano, Nigeria. Journal of Global Ecology and Environment. 5(1): 1-10. Download Article
- Okoduwa S.I.R., Mbora L.O. Adu M.E. and Amen A.A (2015). Comparative Analysis of the Properties of Acid-Base Indicator of Rose (Rosa setigera), Allamanda (Allamanda cathartica), and Hibiscus (Hibiscusrosa sinensis) Flowers. Biochemistry Research International. 2015, 1-13 Download Article
- Edenta, C., James, D.B., Owolabi, O.A., Okoduwa, S.I.R. (2014). Hypolipidemic effects of aqueous extract of three cultivars of Musa sapientum fruit peel on poloxamer-407 induced hyperlipidemic wistar rats. International Journal of Pharmaceutical Science Research, 5:(12): 1046-1051 Download Article
- Okoduwa, S.I.R. (2013). Genotype and blood group compatibility. Infohealth Awareness Article. 1 (2): 84-87. Download Article
- Okoduwa, S.I.R., Ebiloma G.U., Baba J and Ajide S. (2013). Metabolism and toxicology of saccharin. Infohealth Awareness Article. 1 (1): 14-19. Download Article

