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Dr. Uchenna Evelyn Abunike

Lecturer | Criminology & Security Studies
"Committed to excellence in education, research, and service to humanity"

Biography

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Dr. Uchenna Abunike

PhD | CRIMINOLOGY & SECURITY STUDIES

Lecturer | Department of Criminology and Security Studies | Peter University

Personal Profile

Dr. Uchenna Abunike is a Lecturer in the Department of Criminology and Security Studies at Peter University. She holds a PhD in Criminology, following the successful completion of her doctoral research on emerging crime forms and prevention strategies.

16
Publications
PhD
Criminology
6+
Years of Teaching

Research Interests

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Cybercrime
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Gender-Based Violence
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Human Rights
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Community Safety

Doctoral Research Focus

Her completed PhD research investigated emerging forms of crime within evolving social and digital environments, delivering evidence-based prevention and control frameworks for contemporary security challenges.

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Leadership & Mentorship

As a doctorate holder, she leads research initiatives, mentors early-career scholars, and champions safer, more just communities through evidence-driven teaching and public engagement.

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Publications

16

Peer-Reviewed Scholarly Works

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PhD Holder
Criminology
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16 Publications
Scholarly Works
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Cybercrime Expert
Research Focus
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Research Leader
Student Development

“ Advancing criminological research, shaping future leaders, and building safer communities through scholarship and service. ”

Academic Profile

Qualifications:
PhD in Criminology, M.Sc. Sociology/Anthropology (Criminology), B.Sc. Social Work

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