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At ABU Business School, we are committed to producing high-quality research that addresses real-world business challenges and contributes to knowledge advancement in various fields of business and management. Our faculty members regularly publish in leading academic journals and present their research at prestigious conferences.

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Journal Article

Impact of Digital Transformation on Small and Medium Enterprises in Nigeria

Authors: Ibrahim, A., Johnson, M., & Adeyemi, K.

Journal: Journal of African Business

2024 | Vol. 25 | Issue 2 | pp. 145-162

Digital Transformation SMEs Nigeria Business Technology

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Impact of Digital Transformation on Small and Medium Enterprises in Nigeria

This study examines how digital transformation has impacted small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria. Using data collected from 350 SMEs across multiple sectors, our findings suggest that digital adoption has significant positive effects on productivity, market reach, and resilience during economic downturns.

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Digital Transformation SMEs Nigeria Business Technology

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Sustainable Finance Practices in West African Banking Institutions

Authors: Okonkwo, C., Mensah, F., & Ibrahim, A.

Journal: Sustainability Accounting, Management and Policy Journal

2023 | Vol. 14 | Issue 4 | pp. 78-96

Sustainable Finance Green Banking West Africa ESG

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Sustainable Finance Practices in West African Banking Institutions

This paper investigates the adoption and implementation of sustainable finance practices in banking institutions across West Africa. Through a mixed-methods approach, we assess the current state, challenges, and prospects of green banking, environmental risk management, and socially responsible investing.

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Sustainable Finance Green Banking West Africa ESG

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Journal Article

Leadership Styles and Organizational Performance: Evidence from Nigerian Higher Education Institutions

Authors: Adenuga, O., Hassan, M., & Olatunji, T.

Journal: International Journal of Educational Management

2023 | Vol. 37 | Issue 3 | pp. 245-263

Leadership Higher Education Organizational Performance Nigeria

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Leadership Styles and Organizational Performance: Evidence from Nigerian Higher Education Institutions

This study explores the relationship between leadership styles and organizational performance in Nigerian higher education institutions. Drawing on data from 25 universities, we identify which leadership approaches yield the most significant positive outcomes in terms of academic quality, staff satisfaction, and financial sustainability.

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Leadership Higher Education Organizational Performance Nigeria

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Book

Consumer Behavior in African E-commerce: A Comparative Analysis

Authors: Idris, S., Mohammed, B., & Yusuf, H.

Publisher: Springer

2023 | ISBN: 978-3-030-12345-6

E-commerce Consumer Behavior Africa Digital Marketing

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Consumer Behavior in African E-commerce: A Comparative Analysis

This book provides a comprehensive analysis of consumer behavior in the rapidly growing African e-commerce sector. Through comparative studies of multiple countries including Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, and Egypt, the authors identify unique behavioral patterns, challenges, and opportunities in the digital marketplace.

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E-commerce Consumer Behavior Africa Digital Marketing

Conference Paper

Entrepreneurial Ecosystems in Post-COVID Africa: Challenges and Opportunities

Authors: Adeleke, F., Usman, R., & Ibrahim, A.

Conference: African Academy of Management Conference

Cape Town, South Africa | 2023 | pp. 112-128

Entrepreneurship COVID-19 Africa Business Ecosystems

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Entrepreneurial Ecosystems in Post-COVID Africa: Challenges and Opportunities

This paper examines how entrepreneurial ecosystems across Africa have evolved in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Using case studies from Nigeria, Kenya, and South Africa, we analyze how entrepreneurs have adapted to changing market conditions and identify policy recommendations to strengthen these ecosystems.

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Entrepreneurship COVID-19 Africa Business Ecosystems

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Corporate Social Responsibility and Financial Performance in Nigerian Banks

Authors: Adeyemi, K., Okonkwo, C., & Hassan, M.

Journal: Journal of Business Ethics

2022 | Vol. 173 | Issue 3 | pp. 589-612

Corporate Social Responsibility Banking Financial Performance Nigeria

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Corporate Social Responsibility and Financial Performance in Nigerian Banks

This study investigates the relationship between corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives and financial performance in Nigerian banks. Using panel data from 15 banks over a ten-year period, our findings indicate a positive relationship between strategic CSR investments and long-term financial performance metrics.

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Corporate Social Responsibility Banking Financial Performance Nigeria

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