Dr. Ernest Ochuko Okpako
Lecturer I
Specialisation: Educational Psychology
Research interest : Mental health, Adolescent Problems, School related issues
Personal Statement
Dr. Ernest Ochuko Okpako is a Lecturer in the Department of Educational Foundations with specialization in Educational Psychology. He holds a Ph.D. in Counselling and Developmental Psychology from the University of Ibadan, Nigeria. His teaching and research interests span educational psychology, adolescent development, mental health, counselling, psychosocial well-being, and substance abuse prevention. Dr. Okpako has published extensively in reputable academic journals and is dedicated to advancing research, teaching, and evidence-based interventions that promote positive educational and psychological outcomes.
Education / Training
| Institution | Degree | Field of Study | Completion Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Ibadan | Ph.D. | Counselling and Developmental Psychology | 2025 |
| University of Ibadan | M.Ed. | Counselling Psychology | 2018 |
| University of Nigeria | B.Ed. | Guidance and Counselling | 2013 |
Selected Most recent Publications/Contributions to knowledge
- Oladunmoye, E., Okpako, E., Onyema, C. E., & Victoria, A. K. (2025). A Path Analytical Model of Psychological Capital and Mental Well-Being of Young Adults with Depressive Symptoms in Uganda. Kogi Journal of Education and Pedagogy (KOJEP), 4(1).
- Adewuyi, H. O., Okpako, E. O., & Odutayo, A. O. (2025). Assessing the links of sexting, peer influence, religiosity, self-esteem, and gender among urban in-school adolescents. EUREKA: Social and Humanities, (4), 28-40.
- Ojuolape, M. O., Fehintola, V. A., Adegoke, A. S., Okpako, E. O., Raji, N. A., Umanhonlen, S. E., & Adewuyi, H. O. (2025). Impact Of Music Videos On Pornography Exposure And Sexual Abuse Behavior Among Youths And Adolescents In Nigeria. Annals of the University of Craiova for Journalism, Communication and Management, 11(1), 88-95.
- Adewuyi, H. O., Fehintola, V. A., Okpako, E. O., Ojuolape, M. O., Raji, N. A., & Umanhonlen, S. E. (2025). Predisposing factors of substance abuse among adolescents: A cross-sectional survey. Global Journal of Arts and Social Sciences. https://www. pubtexto. com/journals/global-journal-of-arts-and-social-sciences/fulltext/predisposing-factors-of-substance-abuse-among-adolescents-a-crosssectional-survey.
- Fehintola, V. A., Okpako, E. O., & Ogunniyi, T. M. (2025). Religiosity, cultural values, and peer pressure on substance abuse among secondary school adolescents in Oyo Town. KIU Journal of Education, 5(1), 34–42. https://doi.org/10.59568/KJED-2025-5-1-05
Profile Links
. Scopus Id: 5723623580
Email address : eokpako@unilag.edu.ng
Phone number : 08060199045
Google scholar ID: https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=9sTN0NEAAAAJ
