Godwin Imo Ibe | Financial Inclusion | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Godwin Imo Ibe | Financial Inclusion | Best Researcher Award

Dr at University of Nigeria,  Nigeria

Godwin Imo Ibe is a prominent Nigerian academic and banking expert born on October 12, 1980, in Ebonyi State. He currently serves as the Executive Director of the University of Nigeria Staff Micro Finance Bank and holds the position of Senior Lecturer at the University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus. Godwin is known for his commitment to advancing the fields of banking, finance, and accounting, contributing significantly to educational and professional development.

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🎓 Education

Godwin obtained his Ph.D. in Banking and Finance from the University of Nigeria in 2014, following a Master’s degree in the same field in 2011. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Accounting in 2005 from the same institution. His foundational education includes an SSCE from St Malachy’s Grammar School in 1996 and a PSLC from Ogodo Primary School in 1990. He is fluent in English, with excellent reading, speaking, and writing skills.

💼 Experience

Godwin has extensive experience in academia, serving as a Senior Lecturer at the University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus since October 2020, and previously as a Lecturer I and Assistant Lecturer. He has held various leadership roles, including Associate Dean of Student Affairs and Deputy Director of the Quality Assurance Unit. He has also lectured at Michael Okpara University of Agriculture and Renaissance University, contributing to curriculum development and student mentorship.

🏆 Awards and Honors

Godwin Ibe has been recognized for his contributions to education and finance, receiving membership in esteemed professional bodies such as The Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN) and the Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM). His dedication to academic excellence and community service is reflected in his leadership roles and contributions to various committees at his institution.

🔍 Research Focus

Godwin’s research interests encompass development finance, banking and finance, and accounting. His doctoral research examined the impact of financial intermediation on economic development in Sub-Saharan Africa. He has also explored the effects of debt financing on the value of Nigerian firms and the role of reporting accountants in enhancing accountability, contributing valuable insights to the academic community and policy-making.

📝 Conclusion

Godwin Imo Ibe’s impressive educational background, extensive teaching and leadership experience, and active participation in consultancy highlight his qualifications for the Best Researcher Award. His contributions to the fields of banking and finance are commendable and reflect a strong commitment to advancing knowledge and practice. By focusing on enhancing his publication record and engaging with contemporary issues in finance, he can further strengthen his candidacy and impact as a leading researcher. Overall, his dedication and achievements position him as a strong candidate for the award.

Publication Top Notes  

  1. Impact of Recurrent and Capital Expenditure on Nigeria’s Economic Growth
    • NJ Modebe, RG Okafor, JUJ Onwumere, IG Ibe (2012)
    • European Journal of Business and Management, 4(19), 66-74.

 

  1. Financial Inclusion and Its Impact on Economic Growth: Empirical Evidence from Sub-Saharan Africa
    • C Ifediora, KO Offor, EF Eze, SM Takon, AE Ageme, GI Ibe, … (2022)
    • Cogent Economics & Finance, 10(1), 2060551.

 

  1. The Impact of Financial Deepening on Economic Growth: Evidence from Nigeria
    • JUJ Onwumere, IG Ibe, FO Ozoh, O Mounanu (2012)
    • Research Journal of Finance and Accounting, 3(10), 64-71.

 

  1. The Impact of Interest Rate Liberalization on Savings and Investment: Evidence from Nigeria
    • JUJ Onwumere, OA Okore, IG Ibe (2012)
    • Research Journal of Finance and Accounting, 3(10), 130-136.

 

  1. The Impact of Working Capital Management on Profitability of Nigerian Firms: A Preliminary Investigation
    • JUJ Onwumere, IG Ibe, OC Ugbam (2012)
    • European Journal of Business and Management, 4(15), 192-201.

 

  1. Strategic Government Policies on Agricultural Financing in African Emerging Markets
    • L Onyiriuba, EUO Okoro, GI Ibe (2020)
    • Agricultural Finance Review, 80(4), 563-588.

 

  1. Monetary Policy Transmission and Industrial Sector Growth: Empirical Evidence from Nigeria
    • HC Ezeaku, IG Ibe, UB Ugwuanyi, NJ Modebe, EK Agbaeze (2018)
    • Sage Open, 8(2), 2158244018769369.

 

  1. Enterprise Risk Management and Performance of Nigeria’s Brewery Industry
    • UB Ugwuanyi, IG Ibe (2012)
    • Developing Country Studies, 2(10), 60-67.

 

  1. Financial Structure and Economic Growth: Evidence from Nigeria
    • JUJ Onwumere, V Onudugo, I Ibe (2013)
    • Global Journal of Management and Business Research Finance, 13(5), 1-9.

 

  1. The Impact of Official Aid on Poverty Reduction: Empirical Evidence from Nigeria (1981-2014) Using the ARDL and Bound Test Approach
    • UB Ugwuanyi, HC Ezeaku, IG Ibe (2017)
    • European Journal of Sustainable Development, 6(2), 111-111.

 

  1. Stock Market Development and Agricultural Growth of Emerging Economies in Africa
    • CA Ngong, KJ Thaddeus, LT Asah, GI Ibe, JUJ Onwumere (2022)
    • Journal of Capital Markets Studies, 6(2), 185-202.

 

  1. The Impact of Micro-Credit on Poverty Alleviation and Human Capital Development: Evidence from Nigeria
    • JUJ Onwumere, IG Ibe, OC Ugbam (2012)
    • European Journal of Social Sciences, 28(3), 416-423.

 

 

Prof. Sunghun Lim | Agricultural Economics

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Prof. Sunghun Lim | Leading  Researcher in Agricultural Economics

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📚 ACADEMIC EMPLOYMENT

Assistant Professor (Tenure Track), July 2022 – present
Department of Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness, Louisiana State University

Assistant Professor (Tenure Track), August 2020 – June 2022
Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics, Texas Tech University

🔍 RESEARCH INTERESTS

International Trade

Global Value Chains

Agricultural Economics

Agricultural and Trade Policy

Agribusiness

🎓 EDUCATION

Ph.D. in Applied Economics, University of Minnesota, 2016-2020

M.S. in Agricultural & Resource Economics, UC Davis, 2013-2015

B.A. in Economics, UC Davis, 2010-2013

🌍 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

EDITORSHIP FOR ACADEMIC JOURNALS

Guest Co-Editor. Special Issue Proposal for Food Policy, “Transforming Global Agri-Food Value Chains”, 2022-2024.

ACADEMIC SERVICES FOR INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

Contributor. FAO 2020 The State of Agricultural Commodity Markets.

ACADEMIC SERVICES FOR ACADEMIC SOCIETY

President-Elect (2023), USDA National Institute for Food and Agriculture (NIFA) Hatch Multistate Research Group. Organizing committee for the 2022 International Agricultural Trade Research Consortium (IATRC). Topic Leader, Agricultural & Applied Economics Association (AAEA): International Development: Trade, Markets, and Policy, 2022-2023.

📚 RESEARCH PUBLICATIONS

Various articles and papers focused on Global Agricultural Value Chains, Employment, Trade, and more.

📝 RESEARCH WORK IN PROGRESS

Several ongoing papers and working papers exploring topics like the impact of immigration enforcement on agricultural employment and structural transformation in the era of trade protectionism.

🌱 EXTENSION/OUTREACH PUBLICATIONS

Contributions to various publications exploring the impacts of divorce, food pantries, and agricultural economic factors on society.

💰 GRANTS AWARDED

Several grants awarded for research endeavors related to agricultural trade, value chains, and economic diplomacy.

🏆 FELLOWSHIPS AND AWARDS

Awards for teaching excellence, research fellowships, and academic achievements.

👥 SELECTED PROFESSIONAL SOCIETY

Member of The International Agricultural Trade Research Consortium (IATRC) and affiliations with other academic institutions.

INVITED PRESENTATION

Presentations at various conferences and research institutions around the world, discussing economic development, agricultural systems, and more.

 

 Citation Metrics (Google Scholar):

  • Citations by: All – 178, Since 2018 – 177
  • h-index: All – 5, Since 2018 – 5
  • i10 index: All – 4, Since 2018 – 4
Publication TOP NOTE :

In all shapes and colors: Varieties of contract farming Paper publication in 2018 cite by 100

Producers, consumers, and value chains in low-and middle-income countries Paper publication in 2022 cite by 26

Global agricultural value chains and structural transformation Paper publication in 2021 cite by 25

Tariffs, Agricultural Subsidies, and the 2020 US Presidential Election Paper publication in 2012 cite by 22

Global Agricultural Value Chains and Employment Growth Paper publication in 2021 cite by 6

Structural Transformation in the Era of Trade Protectionism Paper publication in 2023 cite by 3

Food Inflation, Agri-Food Trade, and COVID-19: Evidence from South Asia Paper publication in 2023 cite by 2

Risk aversion, crop diversification, and food security Paper publication in 2023 cite by 1

Risk attitudes and resilience of trading networks: Evidence from smallholders in Vietnam Paper publication in 2023 cite by 1

The impact of immigration enforcement on agricultural employment: evidence from the US E-Verify policy Paper publication in 2022 cite by 1