UCHENNA EXCEL CHIBUIKE-ESIOBU
ONITSHA
Summary
Dynamic legal professional with extensive experience at the National Directorate of Employment, excelling in legal compliance and advocacy. Proven ability in legislative drafting and legal representation, coupled with strong communication and organizational skills. Committed to protecting corporate interests and managing disputes effectively, ensuring optimal outcomes for clients and stakeholders.
Overview
1
1
year of post-secondary education
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Officer
National Directorate of Employment
01.2023 - Current
- Advises the agency on legal and statutory compliance under its enabling law, the National Directorate of Employment Act.
- Protects the Directorate’s corporate interests, manages labor-related disputes, loan recovery and oversees contractual agreements.
Associate Partner
J.R NDUKA (SAN)& CO, ROCK CHAMBERS
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Handling of client interview sessions; drafting/filing of legal processes and documents; preparing legal advisory opinions; representing clients in court, tribunals, ADR sessions, corporate meetings, etc; due diligence and regulatory compliance; handling various corporate & property transactions; secretary/legal adviser to corporate entities and organizations; assets/portfolio management.
Secretary
National Assembly Service Commission
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Provided critical administrative, clerical, and operational support.
- Manage the lawmaker's day-to-day office functions, allowing the legislator to focus on their primary duties of lawmaking, representation, and oversight.
Legislative Assistant
National Assembly Service Commission
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Policy analysis, bill drafting, and regulatory oversight to support the lawmaker's constitutional mandates.
Reporter
NEWS AGENCY OF NIGERIA
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Conduct of interviews of persons in government events and reporting of news and events as they unfold.
Education
Doctor of Laws (Ph.D) - Taxation Law
Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University
IGBARIAM, Anambra State 07.2025 - 07.2026
Master of Laws (LL.M) - Taxational Law
Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University
Anambra StateBachelor of Laws (LL.B, 2nd Class Upper) -
Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University
Anambra StateBachelor of Social Sciences -
University of Abuja
FCTSenior School Certificate Examination (NECO) -
Maranatha International School
OnitshaFirst School Leaving Certificate (FSLC) -
Learning Field International School
OnitshaSkills
Legislative Drafting
Legal Research and Writing
Legal Representation
Advocacy
Leadership and Administration
Microsoft Office
Communication
Organisation
Ability to work under pressure
Loyalty
Public Relations
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Leadership and Administration
Academic Qualifications Obtained
- Doctor of Laws (Ph.D) in Taxation Law, (In view)
- Master of Laws (LL.M) in Taxational Law, 2024
- Council of Legal Education (Nigerian Law School) Examination Certificate, 2021
- Bachelor of Laws (LL.B, 2nd Class Upper), 2019
- Bachelor of Social Sciences, 2008
- Senior School Certificate Examination (NECO), 2002
- First School Leaving Certificate (FSLC), 1997
Professional Qualifications Obtained
- Barrister-at-law B.L, 2021
- Certificate as Associate Member, Institute of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators, 2021
- Certificate of Competence, National Institute of Information Technology (NIIT), 2012
- NYSC Certificate of National Service (Discharge Certificate), 2010
- Certificate in Citizenship and Leadership, 2008
Community Services Rendered
- Committee Member, 1st Conference Planning Committee, Nigerian Bar Association Women Forum, 09/2025
- SECRETARY, Human Right Committee, Nigerian Bar Association, ONITSHA branch, Anambra State, Nigeria, 2024 - 2026
- Prayer Secretary, Christian Lawyers Fellowship of Nigeria (CLASFON) Onitsha Branch, Anambra State, Nigeria, 2024 - Present
- Member, Students Representative Council, Nigerian Law School, 02/2020 - 03/2021
- Attorney General, Law Students Association, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, 2018 - 2019
- Secretary, Convention Planning Committee, Annual International Convention, Grace of God Mission, 2022 - Present
- Member, Convention Planning Committee, Annual International Women Convention, Grace Women Fellowship International Grace of God Mission, 2018 - Present
- Deaconess, Grace of God Mission, International, 2017 - 2021
- Patroness, Putting Smiles on the Less Privileged Foundation, 2016 - Present
- National Coordinator, Grace Teens fellowship, Grace of God Mission International, 2013 - Present
- Member, 5 man University of Abuja representative sent for training by the Citizenship and Leadership Training Centre, Abuja, 2008
- Chairman, Local Organizing Committee, First Nigerian Sociology and Anthropology Students Association (NSASA) National Conference University of Abuja, 2008
- President, Bar Nigerian Sociology and Anthropology Students Association, University of Abuja, 2007 - 2008
Present Employer
National Directorate of Employment, South East Zone, C-20, Federal Secretariat, Awka, Anambra, 08033391064, uchennachibuikeesiobu@gmail.com
Status And Salary
Zonal Legal Officer, NOT STATIC
Place Of Birth
AJAOKUTA
Contact Address
NO. 8 CHINEDU CHINAKWE CRESCENT, AKPAKA NORTH GRA, ONITSHA, ANAMBRA
Phone Number
+2348033391064
Home Town
UGA
Lga
AGUATA
State Of Origin
ANAMBRA
Children
5
Extracurricular Activities
PUBLIC SPEAKING LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE ARTS AND CREATIVITY
Educational Institutions Attended
- Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Anambra State, 2025 - Present
- Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Anambra State, 2022 - 2024
- Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Anambra State, 2015 - 2019
- University of Abuja, FCT, 2004 - 2008
- Maranatha International School, Onitsha, 1996 - 2002
- Learning Field International School, Onitsha, 1991 - 1996
Personal Information
- Age: 41
- Date of Birth: 10/20/85
- Gender: FEMALE
- Nationality: NIGERIAN
- Marital Status: WIDOWED
Languages
ENGLISH
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Doctor of Laws (Ph.D) - Taxation Law
Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University
07.2025 - 07.2026
Legal Officer
National Directorate of Employment
01.2023 - Current
Associate Partner
J.R NDUKA (SAN)& CO, ROCK CHAMBERS
01.2021 - 01.2023
Secretary
National Assembly Service Commission
01.2019 - 01.2021
Legislative Assistant
National Assembly Service Commission
01.2011 - 01.2014
Reporter
NEWS AGENCY OF NIGERIA
01.2010 - 01.2011
Master of Laws (LL.M) - Taxational Law
Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B, 2nd Class Upper) -
Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University
Bachelor of Social Sciences -
University of Abuja
Senior School Certificate Examination (NECO) -
Maranatha International School
First School Leaving Certificate (FSLC) -
Learning Field International School