Dr. Chikaodinaka D. Nwankpa
Dr. Chikaodinaka D. Nwankpa
Dr. Chikaodinaka D. Nwankpa is a former professor at Drexel University. He recieved national media attention for allegedly using federal grant money for visits to Philadelphia strip clubs and sports bars.[2]
Career
Dr. Nwankpa was serving as the head of Drexel’s Department of Electrical and Computer engineering prior to his resignation in 2017. [1]
In the Media
The DOJ began their investigation into Dr. Nwankpa in 2017 after the university conducted its own probe, discovering that, from July 2007 through April 2017, Nwankpa submitted paperwork against the grants for personal purchases such as iTunes and for “goods and services” provided by Cheerleaders, Club Risque, and Tacony Club--strip clubs in the Philadelphia area. [2]
Dr. Nwankpa immediately resigned from his position and repaid $53,328 to Drexel.
He was also barred from federal government contracting for six months.
Dr. Nwankpa worked for Drexel for 27 years before his resignation.
He has not been charged with a crime.