Gold Kafilah | Econometrics and Finance | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Gold Kafilah | Econometrics and Finance | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Gold Kafilah, University of Johannesburg, Johannesburg, South Africa

Dr. GoldKafilah, Ph.D. in Economics, is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the South African Research Chair in Industrial Development (SARCHI), University of Johannesburg, South Africa, since February 2024. With a long-standing academic career, Dr. Kafilah has been a faculty member at Kwara State College of Education, Ilorin, Nigeria, since 2003. Their areas of expertise include International Economics, Development Economics, and Political and Industrial Development. Dr. Kafilah has also served as an Adjunct Lecturer at Ekiti State University, Nigeria, and participated in academic programs like the Democracy and Diversity Graduate Summer Institute. 🌍📚📈

 

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Educational Background 🎓🌍

Dr. GoldKafilah holds a Ph.D. in Economics (2020) from the University of Malaya, Malaysia, where they pursued advanced research in economics. They also earned an M.Sc. in Economics (2011) from Adekunle Ajasin University, Nigeria, and a B.Sc. (Ed) in Economics (2001) from University of Ilorin, Nigeria. In 2013, Dr. Kafilah participated in the Democracy and Diversity Graduate Summer Institute at The New School for Social Research, New York. Their broad academic journey reflects a global perspective on economics, combining rigorous academic training with exposure to diverse economic systems. 🌍📚

 

Areas of Specialization 📊💼

Dr. GoldKafilah specializes in both Teaching and Research within the field of Economics. In teaching, they cover Theoretical and Analytical Economics, including Intermediate Microeconomics and Macroeconomics, and Applied Economics topics such as Economic Planning, Public Sector Economics, and International Economics. Their research focuses on critical areas like International Economics, Development Economics, and Political and Industrial Development, exploring the complexities of economic growth and political structures. With expertise in Economic Development and Research Methodology, Dr. Kafilah brings a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach to their work. 🌍📚📈

 

Work Experience 🌍💼

Dr. GoldKafilah has a rich work history in academia and research. Since February 2024, they have held a Postdoctoral Research Fellowship at the University of Johannesburg, South Africa, within the South African Research Chair in Industrial Development (SARCHI). They have also been a dedicated faculty member at the Department of Economics, Kwara State College of Education, Ilorin, Nigeria, since January 2003. Additionally, Dr. Kafilah served as an Adjunct Lecturer at Ekiti State University, Nigeria, from 2010 to 2014 and again from 2020 to 2023, contributing to both teaching and research. 📚🌍🎓

 

Research Focus

Dr. GoldKafilah’s research spans a wide range of economic topics, with a particular focus on development economics, international trade, and political economy 🌍📊. Key areas include the impacts of foreign capital inflows on economic growth, China’s economic influence on Nigeria, and telecommunication development’s effects on Nigeria’s economy 📞💸. His work also explores economic planning, public sector economics, and economic development, with specific attention to institutional quality and trade flows 📈. Additionally, Dr. GoldKafilah has contributed to studies on globalization and poverty reduction, emphasizing policy neglect and economic empowerment for sustainable development 📚🌱.

 

Publication Top Notes 📚

  • Endogenous specification of foreign capital inflows, human capital development and economic growth – 87 citations (2019) 📊🌍
  • The impact of Chinese textile imperialism on Nigeria’s textile industry and trade: 1960–2015 – 40 citations (2017) 🇨🇳🧵
  • Retaining nurses via organizational support and pay during COVID‐19 pandemic – 29 citations (2023) 🏥💼
  • Estimating the impacts of GSM on income, employment and transaction cost in Nigeria – 26 citations (2011) 📱💵
  • The engagement of China in Nigeria’s oil sector: Is the transformation positive – 22 citations (2018) 🇨🇳⛽
  • Nigerian textile industry: Evidence of policy neglect – 22 citations (2018) 🧵🇳🇬
  • China’s aid and oil for infrastructure in Nigeria: resource driven or development motive? – 22 citations (2017) 🇨🇳🏗️
  • Institutional quality and trade flow: Empirical evidence from Malaysia and other OIC member countries in Africa – 21 citations (2021) 🌍📈
  • Aggregate analysis of the impacts of telecommunication infrastructural development on Nigerian economy – 19 citations (2011) 📶💡
  • Econometric analysis of the determinants of China’s FDI in oil/minerals exporting countries in Africa – 13 citations (2019) 📉💰
  • Mobile telecom (GSM): Its impacts on household income generating capacity and business expansion in southwest Nigeria – 12 citations (2012) 📱🏠
  • Export determinants of China’s FDI in Africa – 10 citations (2020) 🇨🇳📊
  • Globalisation and poverty: Comparative analysis of Bangladesh and Nigeria – 9 citations (2009) 🌍💸
  • China’s bilateral trade in Africa: is institutional structure a determinant? – 8 citations (2022) 🇨🇳💼
  • Chinese Engagement in Nigeria’s Oil and Mining: Positive Transformation? – 5 citations (2015) 🇨🇳⛏️

Haruna Musa | Econometrics and Finance | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Haruna Musa | Econometrics and Finance | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Haruna Musa, Jaiz Bank Plc, Nigeria

🌟 Dr. Haruna Musa is a distinguished banking leader currently serving as the Managing Director/CEO of Jaiz Bank PLC, Nigeria’s premier non-interest bank. With a Ph.D. in Finance from Universiti Utara Malaysia, his extensive education includes an MSc in Finance and Management from Cranfield University and an MBA from Bayero University. Dr. Musa has received numerous accolades, including Banking CEO of the Year (2024) and Best Islamic Bank in Nigeria (2024). He is a member of several prestigious organizations and has led Jaiz Bank to remarkable growth, achieving a 176% profit increase in 2024. 📈🏦

 

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Educational Foundation

Dr. Haruna Musa’s academic foundation spans agriculture, management, and finance, culminating in a Ph.D. from Universiti Utara Malaysia (2020-2024). This educational trajectory highlights a unique combination of technical and management expertise, strengthening his understanding of both agricultural and financial systems.

Executive Training and Leadership Development

Dr. Musa has augmented his formal education with executive training at world-renowned institutions, including Wharton, Harvard, and Michigan Ross. These programs in advanced management, corporate governance, and positive leadership demonstrate his commitment to honing his strategic and leadership abilities, making him well-equipped to implement best practices and innovations in his field.

Recognition and Awards

Dr. Musa’s impact in the Islamic banking sector has been acknowledged through numerous prestigious awards in 2024, including Best MSME Non-Interest Bank, Best Islamic Bank in Nigeria, and Banking CEO of the Year. These accolades from respected organizations like CAMBRIDGE IFA and Global Islamic Finance Awards reflect his innovation and influence in ethical banking and finance.

Experience

Dr. Musa contributed to the company’s growth across multiple regions. This role solidified his experience in financial services, with GTCO consistently achieving high financial performance under his influence. His extensive experience in a competitive financial environment adds a solid foundation to his research and leadership capabilities.

Conclusion

Dr. Haruna Musa is a well-rounded and impactful researcher and leader in finance, blending extensive academic credentials with executive experience. His achievements in pioneering ethical banking and his ability to drive substantial growth at Jaiz Bank make him an ideal candidate for the Best Researcher Award, representing a true example of research-based leadership and innovation in finance.

 

Publication Top Notes

  • “Recent technical and non-technical biorefinery development barriers and potential solutions for a sustainable environment: A mini review” – Cited by 8 (2024) 📄
  • “Natural, synthetic, and composite materials for industrial effluents treatment: A mini review on current practices, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability” – Cited by 10 (2024) 🌿
  • “The Ember Months: A Dark Time for Road Safety in Nigeria?” – Cited by 0 (2024) 🚦
  • “Extending the Theory of Planned Behavior in financial inclusion participation model–evidence from an emerging economy” – Cited by 2 (2024) 💰
  • “Expanding financial inclusion participation in Muslim-dominated communities through Islamic finance products (IFP) adoption” – Cited by 0 (2024) 📈
  • “Deployment of performance indicators toward bridging monitoring gaps in Africa’s Great Green Wall” – Cited by 0 (2023) 🌳
  • “Fabrication of benzoyl chloride treated tiger-nut fiber reinforced insect repellent hybrid composite” – Cited by 2 (2022) 🐜
  • “Polymer-Based Nano-Adsorbent for the Removal of Lead Ions: Kinetics Studies and Optimization by Response Surface Methodology” – Cited by 33 (2022) ⚗️
  • “Comparative study and dyeing performance of as-synthesized azo heterocyclic monomeric, polymeric, and commercial disperse dyes” – Cited by 33 (2022) 🎨
  • “FACILE SYNTHESIS AND DYEING PERFORMANCE OF SOME DISPERSE MONOMERIC AND POLYMERIC DYES ON NYLON AND POLYESTER FABRICS” – Cited by 22 (2021) 🧵