Abideen Akinkunmi WAHAB, NCE, B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D
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Biosketch:

WAHAB Abideen Akinkunmi holds an NCE in Biology/Chemistry (1996) from OSSCE, Ila-Orangun. He holds B.Sc and M.Sc in Microbiology from Usman Dan Fodiyo University and University of Ilorin in the year 2000 and 2011 respectively. He obtained his Ph.D in Microbiology Environmental Biotechnology option from University Malaysia Sarawak, Malaysia. A lecturer 1 in the Department of Microbiology, he has served as examination officer in the department, staff adviser to students association, examination and seminar coordinator, and currently the departmental coordinator of part-time Microbiology programme. He has TETFUND Institutional Research Grant to his credit. He is a Uniosun Special Doctoral Scholar.

.Research Interests, Achievements / Specialization:

Environmental Management, Sustainability, Research and Collaboration.

Contributions to knowledge

He has about 15 scholastic publications in local and international Journals. He has supervised undergraduate projects both home and abroad. He has attended various local and international Conferences and Workshops.

Scientific /Professional Activities:

He has been offered opportunity to review scientific papers locally and internationally.

Awards/ Grants

Special Doctoral award (UNIOSUN) 2007, Zamalah Fellowship for international Students by the University Malaysia Sarawak, Malaysia (2013-2015). TETFUND Institutional Research Grants (2017).

Membership of Learned and Professional Association

1. Member, Nigerian Society for Microbiology.

2. Member, American Society for Microbiology

Recent Publications

1. Wahab A.A, Awang A.S.A H., Azham Z., Tay M.G. And Adeyemi F.M (2017). Biosorption of lead(II) ion using Penicillium citrinum KR706304 isolated from the mangrove soil environment of Southeast Borneo. Ife Journal of Science, 19 (2): 341-351. Published by Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife.

2. Abidoye L.K., Mahdi F.M., Idris M.O., Alabi O.O., and Wahab A.A (2018). ANN-derived equation and ITS application in the prediction of dielectric properties of pure and impure CO2. Journal of Cleaner Production, 173, 123-132. Published by ELSEVIER.

3. L. Azeez, A. Lateef, Wahab A.A, A.L Adejumo, and K. Raji (2019). Comparative Effects of silver nanoparticles, sucrose and sodium chloride as osmotic solutions for Tomato slices: Antioxidant activity, Microbial quality and Modelling with Polynomial Regression Model. South Africa Journal of Chemistry, 72, 21-31. Published by south Africa Chemical Institute.

4. Luqmon Azeez, Agbaje Lateef, Wahab A.A, Muhammed A. Rufai, Amadu K. Salau, Ebenezer I.O Ajayi, Mercy Ajayi, Maryam K. Adegbite, Basirat Adebisi (2019). Phytomodulatory effects of silver nanoparticles on Corchorus olitorius: Its antiphytopathogenic and hepatoprotective potentials. Plant physiology and Biochemistry, 136, 109-117. Published by ELSEVIER.

5. Wahab A.A, Awang Ahmad Sallehin awing Husaini, Adeyemi F.M (2019). Biosorption of Copper II ions in aqueous solution using Biomass of Fusarium equiseti KR706303 isolated from Mangrove soil environment. Nigerian Journal of Microbiology, 33(2): 4559-4570.

6. Adeyemi F.M, Akinde S.B, Oyedara O.O, Wahab A.A, and Jimoh S.O (2019). Investigation of Escherichia coli Distribution in drinking water wells close to septic tanks in densely populated areas of Osogbo, Osun State, Nigeria. Nigerian Journal of Microbiology, 33(2): 4403-4414.

Conferences/Workshops Attendance:

1. 1st Annual Zonal Symposium of the Nigerian Society for Microbiology, South West Zone held at King University, Odeomu, Osun State. 5-8 December, 2016

2. 32nd Symposium of the Malaysian Society for Microbiology (MSM 2014), Teregganu Equestrian Resort, Malaysia. Removal of copper (II) ions from aqueous solutions by an isolated fungal strain from mangrove soil environment in the Southeast Borneo.

3. International Congress of the Malaysian society for Microbiology 2013 (ICMSM 2013).  12-15 December 2013, Langkawi Lagoon Resort, Malaysia.

4. 34th Annual Conference of Nigerian Society for Microbiology held at the Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria. (FUTO, 2010) (October, 2010 2009).

Kabiru Alani SHITTU, B.Sc., M.Sc., M.Phil., Ph.D
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Biosketch:

Kabiru Alani SHITTU holds a 2016 PhD in Soil Science from Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile- Ife, Nigeria. A Doctor of Soil Science at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile- Ife, Nigeria since 2016, and his academic career has seen him occupying position at both academic and non-academic environments, in the University system he worked as Laboratory Assistant, Department of Soil Science and Land Resources Management, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State. Dec. 16th, 1991 – Dec.30th, 1992.
Assistant Examination Officer November 2017 till date, Adviser to 100 level students of Agronomy, 2018 till date; Secretary, Departmental board Meeting, 2017 till date. All in Osun State University. Outside the university system, Tutor: Focus Model College, Ile-Ife, Osun State, March 10th, 2005 – March 30th, 2006; Senior Agric. Officer: Ayedire Local Government, Ile-Ogbo, Osun State. April 1st 2006 – June 30th, 2017.
An experienced researcher. He belongs to three professional associations and networks (see below)
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Research Interests, Achievements / Specialization:

Soil and Land Resources Management, Soil conservation for Sustainability, Capacity Building, Networking, Research and Extension

Contributions to knowledge

He has over 10 scholastic publications in local and international Journals. He has supervised three undergraduate students. He has attended local and international, Conferences and Workshops.

Scientific/ProfessionalActivities:

1. Environmental Scientist (Soils): Nigerian Conservation Foundation, Lekki, Lagos State, March 1st 2014 – March 7th 2014

2. Environmental Scientist (Soils): Lafarge African-Plc Cement, Ewekoro, Ogun State, Nigeria, March 1st 2015 – March 7th 2015

Membership of Learned and Professional Association

1. Soil Science Society of Nigeria
2. International Union of Soil Science
3. Nigeria Institute of Soil Science (Registered Soil Scientist, RSS)

Selected Publications

1. Inyang, E . P., Shittu, K . A. and Akinbola, G. E. (2014). Analysis of Soil Physical and Saturated Hydraulic Conductivity Levels of Valley Bottom Land on the Basement Complex.World Journal of Applied Science and Technology. 6: 26-31

2. Shittu, K. A and Amusan, A. A. (2015). Effects of Different Agricultural Land- use Types on Soil Physical Properties under Rainforest Agroecolgy. Africa Journal of agricultural Resaerch. 10(10): 1031-1042 (www.academicjournals.org/AJAR).

3. Babatunde, K. M.; D. J. Oyedele, M. F.; Adelekun and K. A. Shittu. (2016). Seedling Emergence in Compacted Soil as Measured by a Pressure Transducer. International Journal of Plant and Soil Science.10(3):1-9 (www.sciencedomain.org)

4. K. A Shittu, D. J. Oyedele and K. M. Babatunde. (2017). The Effects of Moisture Content at Tillage on Soil Strength in Maize Production. Egyptian journal of basic and applied sciences; 4(2017): 139-142

5. Babatunde K. M1*, Shittu K. A 2, Adekanmbi O.A 2, and Adesina1 A.(2019). Effects of individual and combined application of organic plus NPK (15:15:15) fertilizers on the growth parameters of tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum. Mill). Journal of Agricultural Research and Horticulture Research Vol.2. 1-5

6. SHITTU, K . A, Oyedele D. J and Murtadah, S. A. (2019). Crop coefficient and Water - use efficiency of selected indigenous vegetables in South-western Nigeria. Nigerian journal of Soil and Tillage Research, Vol. 6: 24-32

7. SHITTU, K. A., D. J. Oyedele, O.C. Nwoke and W.A. Lamidi (2019). Yield and Water Management of Nitrogen Fertilized Amaranthus viridis in Ile-Ife Agroecological Zones. Nigerian journal of Soil and Tillage Research, Vol. 6: 1-10

Conferences/Workshops Attendance:

He has attended more than conferences/workshops spanning over 2 countries, the most recent being:

1. Understanding Nigerian Soils for Sustainable Food and Nutrition Security and Healthy Environment at Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi, and Benue State. Monday, 15th – 19 th July, 2019

2 Advanced Digital Appreciation Programme for Tertiary Institution (ADAPTI) at CISCO laboratory, Osun State University Main Campus, Osogbo. Monday, 13th – Friday, 17th August, 2018

3. Sustainable Management of Soil and Water Resources for Food Security,
Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation at Institute of Agricultural
Research and Training. 12th -16th March, 2018

4. Enhancing Agricultural Services and Production Workshop for Agricultural
Professionals at Local Government Service Commission Auditorium, Osogbo,
State of Osun. 8th -10th July, 2013

5. Determination of Crop Coefficient and Water Requirement of Indigenous
Vegetables organized by NICANVEG project sponsored by IDRC/CIDA, at
Cape Breton University, Sydney, Canada. 28th April 28th - May 28th , 2013

6 Enhancing Agricultural Development at the Grassroots Level: The Role of
Agricultural Officer, Agricultural Extension Agents and Agricultural
Superintendents, Nurse-House, along Gbongan Road, Osogbo. July 30th -
August 1st 2012

7. Training workshop on the use of Training and visit method in Agricultural
Extension, Local Government Service Commission Auditorium, Osogbo,
State of Osun, May 26th - May 28th, 2008.

8. Training Workshop on Unified Agricultural Extension Services using Teaching and Visit System at Local Government Service Auditorium, Osogbo, State of Osun. March 11th - March 13th, 2008.

In addition, he has been attending the Annual Conferences of the Soil Science Association of Nigeria since 2017.

Kamila Olaide AKINTUNDE, B.Agric., M.Sc., Ph.D
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Biosketch:
Kamila Olaide AKINTUNDE holds a 2015 PhD in Agricultural Economics from the University of Ibadan, Nigeria. A Doctor of Agricultural Finance and Agribusiness Management at the Osun State University since 2019, his academic career pedigree has made him to be relevant in handling courses in the department and outside the department. A researcher of motivating spirit for students to excel; working with others as a team to achieve set goals. He has participated in internationally-funded researches and consultancies. He belongs to professional associations (see below)
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Research Interests, Achievements / Specialization:
Agribusiness management and finance; rural development policy; poultry economics; policy analysis.

Contributions to knowledge
He has ten scholastic publications in local and international Journals.

Awards/ Grants
Certificate of Commendation received in recognition of meritorious and outstanding service to the nation during 1997/1998 NYSC service year.

Membership of Learned and Professional Association
1. Member, Nigerian Association of Agricultural Economist.
2. Member, African Association of Agricultural Economist.

Recent Publications

1. Akintunde, O.K. and Adeoti A.I. (2014). Assessment of Factors Affecting the Level of Poultry Disease Management in Southwest, Nigeria. Trends in Agricultural Economics, 7 (2): 41-56.
2. Akintunde, O.K., Adeoti, A.I., Okoruwa, V.O., Omonona, B.T. and Abu, A.O. (2015). Effect of Disease Management on Profitability of Chicken Egg Production in Southwest Nigeria. Asian Journal of Poultry Science, 9 (1): 1-18.
3. Akintunde, O.K. (2015). Determinants of Poultry Farmers’ Participation in Livestock Insurance in Southwest Nigeria. Asian Journal of Poultry Science, 9 (4): 233-241.

Conferences/Workshops Attendance:
FAMAN conference , Akure, September, 2011.

Johnson Kolawole OLOWOOKERE, B.Sc., MSc. MBA., M.Phil., Ph.D., ACTI, FCA.
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Mobile Phone Numbers: +2348034924142, +2348073424693

Johnson Kolawole OLOWOOKERE (Ph.D.) holds a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science Degrees in Accounting from Ogun State University (now Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye and the prestigious University of Lagos respectively. He obtained his Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance, Master of Philosophy and Doctor of Philosophy in Accounting from the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria.
He began his academic career at the Federal Polytechnic Ede, Osun State, from where he proceeded to Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State. He also taught at Ladoke Akintola University, Ogbomoso for over ten years before joining the Services of Osun State University in August 2017 as a Senior Lecturer. He is currently the Acting Head, Department of Accounting. He is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) and an Associate Member of the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN). He is currently serving as a member of Students’ Affairs Committee of ICAN. He teaches Auditing and Assurance Services, Management Accounting, Cost Accounting, Public Sector Accounting and Financial Management.

Research interest/Achievement/Specialization
Dr. Olowookere J.K. research interest includes Financial Reporting, Audit Market Concentration and Risk Management. He is the author of Fundamentals of Auditing and Assurance Services; he also co-authored Fundamentals of Management Accounting. He is a reviewer and editorial member to some national and international journals. He has served and still serving as an External Examiner to many departments of Accounting in many Federal, State and Private Universities in Nigeria. He has worked as an adjunct lecturer in the following universities; The Federal Universities of Technology, Akure; Redeemers University, Ede; Bowen University, Iwo and Kings University, Odeomu.
He has over 25 publications to his credit both in national and international journals among which are:
1. Adeyemi, S. B. & Olowookere, J. K. (2012): Non-Audit Services and Auditor Independence – Investors’ Perspective in Nigeria. Business and Management Review, Vol. 2(5); 89 – 97 July.

2. Olowookere, J.K. & Adebiyi, W. A. (2013) Mandatory Audit Firm Rotation and Audit Quality in Nigerian Deposit Money Banks. International Journal of Business and Management Invention. Vol.2 Issue 9. September: 63-69.
3. Adebiyi, W. K. & Olowookere, J. K. (2016). Ownership Structure and The Quality of Financial Reporting: Evidence from Nigerian Deposit Money Banks. International Journal of Economics, Commerce and Management, United Kingdom. Vol. 4(1): 541-552.

4. Olowookere, J. K. & Inneh, G. E. (2016). Determinants of External Auditors Choice in Nigerian Quoted Manufacturing Companies. Research Journal of Finance and Accounting Vol. 7(6) 49-57
5. Soyemi, K. A. & Olowookere, J. K. (2016) ‘The Effects of Clients’ Attributes and Auditor Size on External Audit Fees among Listed Non-Financial Companies in Nigeria’. Ogun Journal of Accounting and Banking & Finance (OJAF), Special Edition, 160-175. (Publisher: Department of Accounting, Banking &Finance, Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye)
6. Soyemi, K. A. & Olowookere, J. K. (2016) ‘The Effects of Clients’ Attributes and Auditor Size on External Audit Fees among Listed Non-Financial Companies in Nigeria’. Ogun Journal of Accounting and Banking & Finance (OJAF), Special Edition, 160-175.(Publisher: Department of Accounting, Banking &Finance, Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye)
7. Olowookere, J. K. & Soyemi, K. A. (2017): Audit Market Concentration, Firm Characteristics and Audit Fees: Evidence from Nigerian Consumer Goods Sector. Ilorin Journal of Accounting, Vol. 4 (1 & 2) 26 – 34.

8. Olowookere, J. K. & Soyemi, K. A. (2017): Audit Market Concentration, Firm Characteristics and Audit Fees: Evidence from Nigerian Consumer Goods Sector. Ilorin Journal of Accounting, Vol. 4 (1 & 2) 26 – 34.

9. Siyanbola, A. A., Olowookere, J. K., Oyetunji, O. T. & Taiwo, O. J. (2018). Audit Theory and it’s Implication on Audit today: The Nigerian experience. IMSU Business and Finance Journal, 9(1), 259-271.

10. Otekunrin A. O.; Asamu F. F; Oye O. O. & Olowookere J. k. (2019): Current Market Price of Share Capital and Profitability of selected firms on Nigerian Stock Exchange. International Journal of Civil Engineering and Technology (IJCIET), Vol. 10(1), 1274 - 1287. Scopus indexed
11. Olowookere, J. K. (2017): Patterns of Audit Market Concentration Among Quoted Companies in Nigeria (2002-2014). Uniosun International Journal of Business Administration, Vol. 1 (3) 142 – 152.
12. Salami, A. O; Olaifa, O. O.; & Olowookere, J. K.; Tella, A. R. (2019). A Comparative Analysis of Waiting Lines in the Nigerian Banking Industry. RSU Journal of Strategic and Internet Business, 4(1), 359-379. (Publisher: River State University)
13. Adeyemi, S. B. & Olowookere, J. K. (2012): Non-Audit Services and Auditor Independence – Investors’ Perspective in Nigeria. Business and Management Review, Vol. 2(5); 89 – 97 July.
14. Akinwumi, I. A. & Olowookere, J. K. (2015). Adequacy of Financial Statement and Information for Investors Decision on the Nigeria Stock Exchange. Elixir Financial Management 89; 36431 – 36437.
15. Sanni, M. R.; Olowookere, J. K. & Ojedele, M. I. (2019). Influence of International Financial Reporting Standards on Share Prices of Nigerian Quoted Oil and Gas Firms. UNIOSUN International Journal of Accounting and Finance, Vol. 2 (June 2019).
16. Ajide, F. M., Olowookere, J. K., & Siyanbola, T. T. (2019). Ethical issues in Corporate Reporting. In F. K. Emeni (Eds). Accounting: A Book of Readings, (pp. 522-539). Lagos.
CONFERENCES ATTENDED (Indicating titles of paper present if any)
a. 2nd Annual International Conference on “Accountability and Sustainable Business Development in Emerging Economics”, O.A.U., Ile-Ife, April7 – 9, 2014
b. 2nd International Conference on “Issues and Challenges in Africa’s Quest for Development”, O.A.U, Ile-Ife, July 8-9, 2015
c. 3rd Annual International on Accounting Finance and Management (ICAFIM) 4TH -6TH April, 2016 organized by Department of Management & Accounting, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria. Paper Presented: “Determinants of Audit Fees among Nigerian Quoted Manufacturing Companies: A Panel Analysis (2002 – 2014).
d. 1st International Conference on Institutional Framework, Building and National Development, 10th – 12th February, 2016 organised by Department of Management & Accounting. Faculty of Management Sciences, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso, Nigeria. Paper Presented: “Internal Audit and Corporate Survival among Deposit Money Banks in Nigeria”