Full Name
Dr. Chukwunonso Ekesiobi
Username
@cs.ekesiobi@coou.edu.ng
Staff Type
Academic
Gender
Male
Birthday
22nd July
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Biography
Dr. Chukwunonso Sylvester Ekesiobi is a budding and passionate scholar, known for his unwavering commitment to scholarly excellence and profound contributions to the field of Economics. Dr. Ekesiobi holds a prestigious first-class degree in Economics from Anambra State University, now Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, where he made history as the first student to achieve this feat in the Department of Economics, COOU. He furthered his academic pursuits by obtaining a Master of Science degree in Public Sector Economics from the renowned University of Nigeria, Nsukka, where he also attained a Doctorate degree in Energy and Policy Economics.
Currently, Dr. Ekesiobi serves as a dedicated Lecturer in the Department of Economics at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, where he imparts knowledge and fosters critical thinking among his students. Renowned for his dynamic teaching style and passion for academic excellence, he regularly inspires his students to strive for greatness and pursue scholarly endeavours with diligence and determination.
Dr. Ekesiobi is a prolific researcher, with a diverse portfolio of publications in reputable local and international journals. His scholarly interests encompass a wide range of topics, including Energy Economics, Environmental Economics and Public Sector Economics. Through rigorous empirical analysis and insightful inquiry, he sheds light on complex economic phenomena and contributes to the advancement of knowledge in his field.
Dr. Chukwunonso Sylvester Ekesiobi exemplifies a steadfast commitment to service and leadership within the academic community, demonstrating unwavering dedication to the advancement of his department, faculty, and university as a whole. Since joining the services of COOU in 2010 as a graduate assistant in the Department of Economics, Dr. Ekesiobi has held several positions within the department, including serving as the Department of Economics Examination Officer for a combined period of nine years, overseeing examination processes, ensuring academic integrity and fairness, while also providing support and guidance to students and Department members alike.
At the faculty level, Dr. Ekesiobi served as the Faculty Examination Officer for six years, serving under three different Deans bringing several innovations to this office. Furthermore, Dr. Ekesiobi's selfless service extends beyond his department and faculty, as he actively engages in various university committees, contributing valuable insights and expertise to critical decision-making processes. He has served as member on various committees in the Faculty of the Social Sciences, COOU, and chaired numerous faculty committees, including the Faculty of Social Science Examination Committee, the Faculty of Social Science Matriculation Committee, Faculty Welfare Committee and the Faculty of Social Science Handbook Review Committee, demonstrating his versatility and capacity to lead diverse teams toward common goals.
At the University level, Dr. Ekesiobi's qualities extends to where he represented his faculty on important committees and task forces, like the Faculty of Social Science representative to the University Committee on Examination and Timetable, University Academic Standard and Quality Assurance Committee, COOU Strategic Plan Committee, COOU TETFUND Committee, University Exam and Timetable Committee, University Strategic Plan Committee, COOU TETFUND Institutional Based Research (IBR) Selection Committee, COOU Advisory Committee on Policy and Strategy, COOU 25 Years Anniversary Committee, COOU Carol and Annual Award Committee, among others. Recently, Dr. Ekesiobi was appointed the Associate Director of the COOU Research Management Office (RMO) and the Special Assistant to the Vice-Chancellor on Strategy and Policy Implementation, where he is tasked with aiding the current university management under the able stewardship of the Acting Vice-Chancellor (Prof Kate Azuka Omenugha, fnipr) to chart the course for the university's future development and excellence.
Dr. Ekesiobi's dedication to scholarly inquiry and pursuit of knowledge has been further amplified through his acquisition of research and travel grants from esteemed institutions and organizations. Notable among these are the Institute for New Economic Thinking (INET – New York) research and travel grants to Zimbabwe and Rwanda. The Nigerian Tax Research Network (NTRN) and the Federal Internal Revenue Service (FIRS) research and travel grants providing opportunities for Dr. Ekesiobi to engage in tax policy research, attend workshops, and disseminate findings to key stakeholders. Dr. Ekesiobi's expertise in economics has also led to consultancy engagements with various organizations and institutions, including: the International Centre for Tax and Development (Brighton, United Kingdom), Institute for New Economic Thinking (INET, New York), the Nigerian Tax Research Network (NTRN), Energy Commission of Nigeria, Veritas University Abuja, Novena University, Anambra State Ministry of Education, Civil Rights Concern Advocacy Group among others.
Dr. Ekesiobi is a member of several esteemed academic and professional organizations, including the Nigeria Economic Society (NES), a prestigious organization dedicated to promoting economic research, education, and policy advocacy in Nigeria. Within the Nigeria Economic Society NES, he serves as the secretary of the Anambra State Chapter and the South-East Zone, where he plays a pivotal role in coordinating chapter activities, organizing events, and facilitating knowledge sharing among members. In NES he is also the Special Assistant of the NES President (Prof. Adeola Adenikinju) on Student Matters as well as the pioneer National Student Liaison Officer of NES. He also belongs to the Nigeria Association for Energy Economics (NAEE), International Association for Energy Economics (IAEE), African Econometric Society, The Nigerian Statistical Association (NSA), American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE), Nigerian Tax Research Network (NTRN), African Tax Research Network, Institute for New Economic Thinking (INET), and Partnership for Economic Policy (Network Member). He actively participates in these organizations, contributing to scholarly discourse and fostering collaboration on a global scale.
In addition to his active involvement in the aforementioned organizations, Dr. Ekesiobi serves as a staff adviser to the Idemili Students Association (COOU Chapter) and as the convener of the Policy Analysis and Research Congress (PARC) at COOU, a youth-oriented policy-based think tank. These activities underscore his dedication to advancing knowledge, fostering collaboration, and promoting evidence-based policymaking to address pressing socio-economic challenges in Nigeria and beyond.
Awards and Recognition: Dr. Ekesiobi's outstanding contributions to academia have been recognized through various awards and honours, some of which include
• Best Graduating Student of the Department of Economics (2007/2008 Session)
• Best Graduating Student of the Faculty of Social Science (2007/2008 Session)
• Faculty of Social Sciences, COOU, Certificate of Meritorious Service on the Success of the 6th International Conference (30 June – 1st July, 2021) as LOC Secretary
• Award Plaque of Honour in Recognition of Contribution towards Academic Excellence at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu University, Igbariam, Presented by the Faculty of the Social Sciences, COOU in 2021
• COOU Vice-Chancellor’s Award for Selfless Service, Presented by the Vice-Chancellor, COOU in 2024
• Outstanding Personality Award/Plaque Presented by Rotract Club, COOU, in Recognition of Significant Contribution to the Academic Profession in COOU
• Award/Plaque of Recognition as Friend of the Department of English for Excellent Service to the Department and Passion for Academic Excellence.
• Most Active Staff Award/Plaque in the Department of Economics, Presented by the Nigeria Economics Students Association (NESA).
• Award of Excellence and Plaque Presented by the Faculty of Arts Students Association (FASA) in Recognition of Contributions to the Development of the Association.
• Certificate of Merit as President, National Association of Catholic Corp Members, Anambra State Chapter
• Certificate of Merit as Vice President I, National Association of Catholic Corp Members, Onitsha Ecclesiastical Province comprising Anambra, Enugu, Ebonyi states.
• Leadership Certificate as Financial Secretary by Lay Readers Association, St. Charles Lwanga Chaplaincy, Anambra State University.
Outside the academia, Dr. Ekesiobi is deeply involved in societal affairs, leveraging his expertise to address pressing socioeconomic issues. He serves as a guest writer for the Vanguard newspaper and is a regular socioeconomic analyst on Anambra Broadcasting Television and radio, providing valuable insights and perspectives on matters of national importance.
Dr. Ekesiobi is a devoted Christian, practising Catholic and an ardent fan of the Liverpool Football Club. Above all, he finds joy and fulfillment in his roles as a husband to his lovely wife, Chidimma, and a father to their two beautiful daughters.
Currently, Dr. Ekesiobi serves as a dedicated Lecturer in the Department of Economics at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, where he imparts knowledge and fosters critical thinking among his students. Renowned for his dynamic teaching style and passion for academic excellence, he regularly inspires his students to strive for greatness and pursue scholarly endeavours with diligence and determination.
Dr. Ekesiobi is a prolific researcher, with a diverse portfolio of publications in reputable local and international journals. His scholarly interests encompass a wide range of topics, including Energy Economics, Environmental Economics and Public Sector Economics. Through rigorous empirical analysis and insightful inquiry, he sheds light on complex economic phenomena and contributes to the advancement of knowledge in his field.
Dr. Chukwunonso Sylvester Ekesiobi exemplifies a steadfast commitment to service and leadership within the academic community, demonstrating unwavering dedication to the advancement of his department, faculty, and university as a whole. Since joining the services of COOU in 2010 as a graduate assistant in the Department of Economics, Dr. Ekesiobi has held several positions within the department, including serving as the Department of Economics Examination Officer for a combined period of nine years, overseeing examination processes, ensuring academic integrity and fairness, while also providing support and guidance to students and Department members alike.
At the faculty level, Dr. Ekesiobi served as the Faculty Examination Officer for six years, serving under three different Deans bringing several innovations to this office. Furthermore, Dr. Ekesiobi's selfless service extends beyond his department and faculty, as he actively engages in various university committees, contributing valuable insights and expertise to critical decision-making processes. He has served as member on various committees in the Faculty of the Social Sciences, COOU, and chaired numerous faculty committees, including the Faculty of Social Science Examination Committee, the Faculty of Social Science Matriculation Committee, Faculty Welfare Committee and the Faculty of Social Science Handbook Review Committee, demonstrating his versatility and capacity to lead diverse teams toward common goals.
At the University level, Dr. Ekesiobi's qualities extends to where he represented his faculty on important committees and task forces, like the Faculty of Social Science representative to the University Committee on Examination and Timetable, University Academic Standard and Quality Assurance Committee, COOU Strategic Plan Committee, COOU TETFUND Committee, University Exam and Timetable Committee, University Strategic Plan Committee, COOU TETFUND Institutional Based Research (IBR) Selection Committee, COOU Advisory Committee on Policy and Strategy, COOU 25 Years Anniversary Committee, COOU Carol and Annual Award Committee, among others. Recently, Dr. Ekesiobi was appointed the Associate Director of the COOU Research Management Office (RMO) and the Special Assistant to the Vice-Chancellor on Strategy and Policy Implementation, where he is tasked with aiding the current university management under the able stewardship of the Acting Vice-Chancellor (Prof Kate Azuka Omenugha, fnipr) to chart the course for the university's future development and excellence.
Dr. Ekesiobi's dedication to scholarly inquiry and pursuit of knowledge has been further amplified through his acquisition of research and travel grants from esteemed institutions and organizations. Notable among these are the Institute for New Economic Thinking (INET – New York) research and travel grants to Zimbabwe and Rwanda. The Nigerian Tax Research Network (NTRN) and the Federal Internal Revenue Service (FIRS) research and travel grants providing opportunities for Dr. Ekesiobi to engage in tax policy research, attend workshops, and disseminate findings to key stakeholders. Dr. Ekesiobi's expertise in economics has also led to consultancy engagements with various organizations and institutions, including: the International Centre for Tax and Development (Brighton, United Kingdom), Institute for New Economic Thinking (INET, New York), the Nigerian Tax Research Network (NTRN), Energy Commission of Nigeria, Veritas University Abuja, Novena University, Anambra State Ministry of Education, Civil Rights Concern Advocacy Group among others.
Dr. Ekesiobi is a member of several esteemed academic and professional organizations, including the Nigeria Economic Society (NES), a prestigious organization dedicated to promoting economic research, education, and policy advocacy in Nigeria. Within the Nigeria Economic Society NES, he serves as the secretary of the Anambra State Chapter and the South-East Zone, where he plays a pivotal role in coordinating chapter activities, organizing events, and facilitating knowledge sharing among members. In NES he is also the Special Assistant of the NES President (Prof. Adeola Adenikinju) on Student Matters as well as the pioneer National Student Liaison Officer of NES. He also belongs to the Nigeria Association for Energy Economics (NAEE), International Association for Energy Economics (IAEE), African Econometric Society, The Nigerian Statistical Association (NSA), American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE), Nigerian Tax Research Network (NTRN), African Tax Research Network, Institute for New Economic Thinking (INET), and Partnership for Economic Policy (Network Member). He actively participates in these organizations, contributing to scholarly discourse and fostering collaboration on a global scale.
In addition to his active involvement in the aforementioned organizations, Dr. Ekesiobi serves as a staff adviser to the Idemili Students Association (COOU Chapter) and as the convener of the Policy Analysis and Research Congress (PARC) at COOU, a youth-oriented policy-based think tank. These activities underscore his dedication to advancing knowledge, fostering collaboration, and promoting evidence-based policymaking to address pressing socio-economic challenges in Nigeria and beyond.
Awards and Recognition: Dr. Ekesiobi's outstanding contributions to academia have been recognized through various awards and honours, some of which include
• Best Graduating Student of the Department of Economics (2007/2008 Session)
• Best Graduating Student of the Faculty of Social Science (2007/2008 Session)
• Faculty of Social Sciences, COOU, Certificate of Meritorious Service on the Success of the 6th International Conference (30 June – 1st July, 2021) as LOC Secretary
• Award Plaque of Honour in Recognition of Contribution towards Academic Excellence at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu University, Igbariam, Presented by the Faculty of the Social Sciences, COOU in 2021
• COOU Vice-Chancellor’s Award for Selfless Service, Presented by the Vice-Chancellor, COOU in 2024
• Outstanding Personality Award/Plaque Presented by Rotract Club, COOU, in Recognition of Significant Contribution to the Academic Profession in COOU
• Award/Plaque of Recognition as Friend of the Department of English for Excellent Service to the Department and Passion for Academic Excellence.
• Most Active Staff Award/Plaque in the Department of Economics, Presented by the Nigeria Economics Students Association (NESA).
• Award of Excellence and Plaque Presented by the Faculty of Arts Students Association (FASA) in Recognition of Contributions to the Development of the Association.
• Certificate of Merit as President, National Association of Catholic Corp Members, Anambra State Chapter
• Certificate of Merit as Vice President I, National Association of Catholic Corp Members, Onitsha Ecclesiastical Province comprising Anambra, Enugu, Ebonyi states.
• Leadership Certificate as Financial Secretary by Lay Readers Association, St. Charles Lwanga Chaplaincy, Anambra State University.
Outside the academia, Dr. Ekesiobi is deeply involved in societal affairs, leveraging his expertise to address pressing socioeconomic issues. He serves as a guest writer for the Vanguard newspaper and is a regular socioeconomic analyst on Anambra Broadcasting Television and radio, providing valuable insights and perspectives on matters of national importance.
Dr. Ekesiobi is a devoted Christian, practising Catholic and an ardent fan of the Liverpool Football Club. Above all, he finds joy and fulfillment in his roles as a husband to his lovely wife, Chidimma, and a father to their two beautiful daughters.
Research Interests
Energy Economics, Policy Economics, Environmental Economics, Social Research and International Economic Relations.
Education
Qualifications
PhD (Energy/Welfare Economics), UNN
MSc (Public Sector Economics), UNN
BSc (Economics) First Class Hons, ANSU
MSc (Public Sector Economics), UNN
BSc (Economics) First Class Hons, ANSU
Universities Attended
University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) PhD (2024)
University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) MSc (2013)
Anambra State University, Uli, (ANSU) BSc (2008)
University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) MSc (2013)
Anambra State University, Uli, (ANSU) BSc (2008)
Publications
ACADEMIC/RESEARCH OUTPUT
(a) Journal Publications
IMPACT FACTOR/INDEXED JOURNALS (Scopus/ Scimago/Web of Science/Clarivate Analytics)
1. Ekesiobi, C., Emmanuel, P. M., Mgbemena, E., Ibekilo, B., Chukwuemeka, D., & Madueme, I. (2024). Reconsidering the pollution haven hypothesis: an investigation of international trade, foreign direct investment, and carbon emission nexus in Nigeria. Journal of Chinese Economic and Business Studies, 1–25. https://doi.org/10.1080/14765284.2024.2435227
2. Ekesiobi, C., Ogwu, S.O., Onwe, J.C., Ifebi, O., Emmanuel, P.M. and Ashibogwu, K.N. (2024), "Energy efficiency investment in a developing economy: financial development and debt status implication", International Journal of Energy Sector Management, Vol. ahead-of-print No. ahead-of-print. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJESM-12-2023-0002
3. Okere, K. I., Dimnwobi, S. K., Ekesiobi, C., & Onuoha, F. C. (2024). Pollution, governance, and women's work: Examining African female labour force participation in the face of environmental pollution and governance quality puzzles. In Women's Studies International Forum (Vol. 102, p. 102851). Pergamon. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.wsif.2023.102851
4. Ezenekwe, U. R., Okere, K. I., Dimnwobi, S. K., & Ekesiobi, C. (2023). Balancing the scales: Does public debt and energy poverty mitigate or exacerbate ecological distortions in Nigeria?. International Social Science Journal. https://doi.org/10.1111/issj.12465
5. Dimnwobi, S. K., Okere, K. I., Onuoha, F. C., Uzoechina, B. I., Ekesiobi, C., & Nwokoye, E. S. (2023). Energizing environmental sustainability in Sub-Saharan Africa: the role of governance quality in mitigating the environmental impact of energy poverty. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 30(45), 101761-101781. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11356-023-29541-2
6. Ibekilo, B., Ekesiobi, C., & Emmanuel, P. M. (2023). Heterogeneous assessment of urbanisation, energy consumption and environmental pollution in Africa: the role of regulatory quality. Economic Change and Restructuring, 56(6), 4421-4444. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10644-023-09559-9
7. Okere, K. I., Dimnwobi, S. K., Ekesiobi, C., & Onuoha, F. C. (2023). Turning the tide on energy poverty in sub-Saharan Africa: Does Public Debt Matter?. Energy, 282, 128365. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2023.128365
8. Onuoha, F. C., Dimnwobi, S. K., Okere, K. I., & Ekesiobi, C. (2023). Funding the green transition: governance quality, public debt, and renewable energy consumption in Sub-Saharan Africa. Utilities Policy, 82, 101574. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jup.2023.101574
9. Onuoha, F. C., Dimnwobi, S. K., Okere, K. I., & Ekesiobi, C. (2023). Sustainability burden or boost? examining the effect of public debt on renewable energy consumption in Sub-Saharan Africa. Energy Sources, Part B: Economics, Planning, and Policy, 18(1), 2214917. https://doi.org/10.1080/15567249.2023.2214917
10. Dimnwobi, S. K., Nwokoye, E. S., Igbanugo, C. I., Ekesiobi, C. S., & Asongu, S. A. (2023). Assessment of energy efficiency investment in Onitsha business cluster, Nigeria. International Journal of Energy Sector Management, 10.1108/IJESM-11-2021-0012.
11. Dimnwobi, S. K., Okere, K. I., Onuoha, F. C., & Ekesiobi, C. (2022). Energy poverty, environmental degradation and agricultural productivity in Sub-Saharan Africa. International Journal of Sustainable Development & World Ecology, 1-17.
12. Maduka, A. C., Ogwu, S. O., & Ekesiobi, C. S. (2022). Assessing the moderating effect of institutional quality on economic growth—carbon emission nexus in Nigeria. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 29(43), 64924-64938.
13. Dimnwobi, S. K., Madichie, C. V., Ekesiobi, C., & Asongu, S. A. (2022). Financial development and renewable energy consumption in Nigeria. Renewable Energy, Volume 192, Pages 668-677, ISSN 0960-1481, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.renene.2022.04.150.
14. Dimnwobi, S. K., Onuoha, F. C., Uzoechina, B. I., Ekesiobi, C. S., & Nwokoye, E. S. (2022). Does public capital expenditure reduce energy poverty? Evidence from Nigeria. International Journal of Energy Sector Management, 10.1108/IJESM-03-2022-0008.
15. Nwokoye, E., Igbanugo, C., Ekesiobi, C., and Dimnwobi, S. (2022). Fiscal Incentives and Tax Compliance Behaviour in Industrial Clusters: A Survey of Clusters in South-East Nigeria. Journal of African Business, DOI: 10.1080/15228916.2022.2031827
16. Okafor, S. N., Ekesiobi, C., Ifebi, O., Dimnwobi, S. K., and Asongu, S. A. (2021). Testing the triple deficit hypothesis for subâ€Saharan Africa: Implications for the African Continental Free Trade Area. African Development Review. doi.org/10.1111/1467-8268.12616
17. Ekesiobi, C. and Dimnwobi, S.K. (2021), Economic assessment of the Igbo entrepreneurship model for entrepreneurial development in Nigeria: evidence from clusters in Anambra state, International Journal of Entrepreneurial Behavior & Research, Vol. 27 No. 2, pp. 416-433. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJEBR-11-2019-0640
18. Dimnwobi, S. K., Ekesiobi, C., Madichie, C. V., and Asongu, S. A. (2021). Population Dynamics and Environmental Quality In Africa. Science of The Total Environment, 797, 149172. doi:10.1016/j.scitotenv.2021.1491
19. Ude, D.K, Madueme, I.S. and Ekesiobi, C.S (2018). Stabilisation Policies, Infrastructural Development and Industrialisation Process in Nigeria. The Nigerian Journal of Economic and Social Studies (Published by the Nigerian Economic Society) Vol 60 (2) pp 67 – 93
20. Ekesiobi, C.S, Ude, D.K and Nwokolo, C (2018). Industrial Clusters and Industrialisation in Nigeria: A Micro-Assessment of the Nnewi Automotive Component Industrial Cluster, Anambra State. The Nigerian Journal of Economic and Social Studies (Published by the Nigerian Economic Society) Vol 60 (3)
21. Dimnwobi, S.K., Nwokoye., E.S., Ekesiobi., C.S., and Igbanugo., C.I (2017). Transportation Infrastructure and diversification of Nigeria's Economy: Implications for the Developmental State. The Nigerian Journal of Economic and Social Studies (Published by the Nigerian Economic Society) Vol 57 (3)
22. Nwokoye., E.S., Oyim., A, Dimnwobi, S. K and Ekesiobi, C. S (2016). Socioeconomic Determinants of Information and Communication Technology Adoption Among Rice Farmers In Ebonyi State, Nigeria. The Nigerian Journal of Economic and Social Studies (Published by the Nigerian Economic Society) Vol 61 (3)
23. Ude, D. K. and Ekesiobi, C. S. (2015). Attaining Inclusive Growth Through Financial Inclusion and Poverty Alleviation in Nigeria: The Role of Microfinance Banks. The Nigerian Journal of Economic and Social Studies. Vol. 57(3) pp.467-497.
WEB AND INSTITUTION-BASED JOURNALS
24. Onyenwife, K. C., Ezeanyeji, C. I., & Ekesiobi, C. (2023). Public Debt and Economic Growth in Nigeria: A Consideration of New Evidence. Timisoara Journal of Economics and Business, 16(1), 1-24. DOI: https://doi.org/10.2478/tjeb-2023-0001
25. Okeke, C. T., Ifebi, O. E., & Ekesiobi, C. S. (2023). Financial Inclusion and Unemployment In Nigeria. Journal of Advanced Research in Economics and Administrative Sciences, 4(4), 28-47. https://doi.org/10.47631/jareas.v4i4.639
26. Okeke, F.C., Olisaemeka, C.B., Agu, O.A., Maduka, A.C., Ekesiobi, C. S. (2023). Remittances and Price Level Nexus in Nigeria: Post-COVID Economic Agenda. ANSU Journal of Arts and Social Sciences (ANSUJASS), 10 (1): 79-97. ISSN 2315-7178
27. Olisaemeka, C.B., Ekesiobi, C.S., Okafor, S.N. & Okoli, C. (2022). Impact of Imports on Inflation in Nigeria. Journal of Economics, Business and Social Research (JEBSR-COOU) Volume 4, No. 1. ISSN: 2360-8455
28. Udoka, C., Ekesiobi, C.S., Akamobi, O.G., & Onyenwife, K. (2022). Exchange Rate Misalignment and Foreign Direct Investment in Nigeria. Journal of Economics, Business and Social Research (JEBSR-COOU) Volume 4, No. 1. ISSN: 2360-8455
29. Ekesiobi, C.S, Dimnwobi, S.K, Chukwuemeka, D. E (2022). Fiscal Decentralization and the Functional Composition of Public Expenditure in Nigeria: Implications For Economic Growth. Journal of Economics, Business and Social Research (JEBSR-COOU) Volume 4, No. 2. ISSN: 2360-8455
30. Onyenwife, C.K., Ekesiobi, C. & Okoli, C.K. (2022). Public Debt and Standard of Living in Nigeria, ANSU Journal of Arts and Social Sciences (ANSUJASS), 9 (2): 79-97. ISSN 2315-7178
31. Orji, C.M., Ezeanyeji, C.I & Ekesiobi, C.S (2021). Exchange Rate and Manufacturing Sector Performance in Nigeria. Journal of Economics, Business and Social Research (JEBSR-COOU) Volume 3, No. 2. ISSN: 2360-8455
32. Omeile, A.B., Ekesiobi, C., Nnatuanya, F. & Offornedu, P.U. (2021). Monetary Policy and Tourism Sector Development in Nigeria. Journal of Economics, Business and Social Research (JEBSR-COOU) Volume 3, No. 2. ISSN: 2360-8455
33. Ibekilo, B., Ekesiobi, C., & Muhammed, P. E. (2021). Gridlock and Onitsha Metropolitan Economy: A Case for Strategic Shift. International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology. Volume 6, Issue 12, Pp 862 -873. ISSN No:-2456-2165
34. Ude, D.K, Ekesiobi, C.S, Ibekilo, C.B.N and Ifebi, O.E (2021). Manufacturing Capacity Utilisation and the Services Sector in the Nigerian Industrialisation Process. ANSU Journal of Arts and Social Sciences. Vol. 8. No. 1. Pp 1 - 17 ISSN 2315-7178
35. Chukwuemeka, D.E., Okafor S.N, Ekesiobi, C.S and Obegolu, C.C (2021). Electricity and the Fourth Industrial Revolution: Implications for the Nigerian Economy. Anambra State University Journal of Applied Economics, Vol 3 No 1. Pp 27 – 47. ISSN 2360-8455
36. Nnadozie, N., Mgbemena, E.M, Ekesiobi, C.S and Dimnwobi, K.S (2021). Deficit Financing Sources and Economic Growth in Nigeria. Anambra State University Journal of Applied Economics, Vol 3 No 1. Pp 62 – 102. ISSN 2360-8455
37. Nwabue, C.M, Nwokoye., E.S. and Ekesiobi., C.S (2019). Environmental Externalities from Electricity Generation in Nigeria: Evidence from Natural Gas and Solar PV Systems. ANSU Journal of Arts and Social Sciences. Vol. 7. No. 1. Pp 1 - 36 ISSN 2315-7178
38. Maduka, A. C., Madichie, C. V., and Ekesiobi, C. S. (2019). Impact of International Remittance Inflows on Nigeria's Trade Balances. Timisoara Journal of Economics and Business, 12(1), 1-16.
39. Ude, D. K. and Ekesiobi, C. S. (2018). Measuring the Volatility of Stock Returns in Nigeria. Journal of Sustainable Social and Management Sciences Vol. 1(1), pp. 94-111
40. Okoye, E. I., Nwoye, U. J., Ekesiobi, C., and Obiorah, J. (2018). Repositioning Democratic Governance in Nigeria: Implications on National Economy. Asian Journal of Economics, Business and Accounting, 1-20.
41. Nwokoye, E. S., Dimnwobi, S. K., Ekesiobi, C. S., and Obegolu, C. C. (2017). Power infrastructure and electricity in Nigeria: Policy considerations for economic welfare. KIU Journal of Humanities, 2(1), 5-17. ISSN 2522-2821. Available at: https://ijhumas.com/ojs/index.php/kiuhums/article/view/100
42. Nwoye, D., Ekesiobi, C.S, and Abiahu, M. F. C. (2017). Financial Disclosures X-Ray and Predictions: Professional Appropriateness to Creative Accounting Practices in Nigeria. Asian Journal of Economics, Business and Accounting, 4(1), 1-14.
43. Okosa, N.U., Ekesiobi, C.S., Oguanobi, C.R and Ifebi. O.E (2017). Economics of Food Security in Sub-Saharan Africa: Implication for Sustainable Development. ANSU Journal of Arts and Social Sciences. Vol. 5. No. 2. Pp 1 - 26 ISSN 2315-7178
44. Nwoye, D., Abiahu, M. F. C., Obiorah, J., and Ekesiobi, C.S. (2017). Nigerian Banks and Global Ranking: The IFRS Compliance Impact, The Nigerian Accountant, April/June, 1-37.
45. Ekesiobi, C.S, Dimnwobi, S.K, Ifebi, O.E and Ibekilo, B.N (2016). Public Sector Education Investment and Manufacturing Output in Nigeria: Empirics and Policy Options. Public Policy and Administration Research 6 (7). Pp 95 – 106. ISSN 2224-5731 (Paper) ISSN 2225-0972 (Online)
46. Obi, U. C, Ekesiobi, C. S, Dimnwobi, S. K and Mgbemena, E. M (2016). Government Education Spending and Education Outcome in Nigeria. International Journal of Economics, Finance and Management Sciences, 4 (4). Pp 23 - 234 DOI: 10.11648/j.ijefm.20160404.18 ISSN 2326-9553 (Print); ISSN 2326-9561 (Online)
47. Oguanobi, C. R, Nzeribe, G.E and Ekesiobi, C.S (2016). Export promotion in Nigeria: Has the impact of banking sector reforms been felt? The Journal of Economic Sciences: Theory and Practice, 73 (2). Pp 27 – 41. ISSN 2220-8739
48. Nwoye, U. J, Ekesiobi, C.S, Obiorah, J and Chidoziem A, M (2016). Inclusive Application of SAS No. 99 in the Effective Deterrence of Fraudulent Financial Reporting in Nigeria: Perception of Professional Accountants in Practice, Industries and Academics. The Nigerian Accountant (Official Journal of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria) Vol. 49, No. 4. Pp 42 - 48 ISSN 0048-0371
49. Maduka, A. C, Madichie, C.V and Ekesiobi, C.S (2016). Health Care Expenditure, Health Outcomes, and Economic Growth Nexus in Nigeria: A Toda – Yamamoto Causality Approach. Unified Journal of Economics and International Finance. 2(1) 2016 pp. 001-010.
50. Obegolu, C.C, Ekesiobi, C.S, Mgbemena, E.M, Dimnwobi, S.K and Okosa, N. U (2016). Economic Analysis of the Determinants of Money Supply in Nigeria. International Journal of Economics and Society. Vol. 2 No.6. Pp 68 - 82 ISSN 2376-3973 (Print) ISSN 2377-8881 (Online)
51. Oguanobi, C. R, Aniebo, C, Akamobi, A. A and Ekesiobi, C. S (2016). World Trade Organisation and the Dynamics of Trade between Nigeria and the Euro Area. NG-Journal of Social Development. Vol 5. No. 3. Pp 52 - 59 ISSN 0189-5958 (Online)
52. Dimnwobi, S. K and Ekesiobi, C. S (2016). Creativity and Competitiveness in Nigeria: An Economic Discourse. Human Resource Management Journal of Nigeria. Vol. 8 No.1. Pp 56 - 67 2016 ISSN 0795-7424
53. Dimnwobi, S. K, Ekesiobi, C. S and Mgbemena, E. M (2016). Creativity, Innovation and Competitiveness in Nigeria: An Economic Exploration. International Journal of Academic Research in Economics and Management Sciences. Vol. 5, No. 3. Pp 29 - 52 ISSN 2226-3624 DOI: 10.6007/IJAREMS/v5-i3/2242
54. Dimnwobi, S. K, Ekesiobi, C. S and Ude, D. K (2016). Knowledge Economy and Competitiveness in Nigeria: Implications and Policy Options. Journal of Economic Studies (JES). Vol 13. No. 1. Pp 1 - 24 ISSN 1119-2259
55. Ekesiobi, C.S, Ibekilo, C.B.N, Ifebi, O.E and Ude, D.K (2016). Expanding the Nigerian Energy Mix Through Nuclear Power: Challenges and Prospects for Sustainable Development. Nigerian Journal of Energy and Environmental Economics. Vol 8. No 1. Pp 1 – 40.
56. Ekesiobi, C. S, Akamobi, A. A, Ibekilo, B. N and Obi, C. O (2016). Investigating Government Sectoral Spending and Economic Growth: Empirical Evidence from Nigeria. Journal of Research on Humanities and Social Sciences Vol. 6 No.12. ISSN 2224-5766 (Print) ISSN 2225-0484 (Online)
57. Ekesiobi, C. S, Ifebi, O. E, Ezeanyeji, C. I and Agu, A. O (2016). Analysis of Savings and Private Capital Formation in Nigeria. Journal of Research on Humanities and Social Sciences. Vol. 6 No.12. Pp 104 – 110 ISSN 2224-5766 (Print) ISSN 2225-0484 (Online)
58. Ekesiobi, C. S, Maduka, A. C, Onwuteaka, I. C and Akamobi.O. G (2016). Modelling Non – Oil Exports and Foreign Reserves in Nigeria. Journal of Developing Country Studies. Vol. 6 No. 6. Pp 126 – 132. ISSN 2224-607X (Print) ISSN 2225-0565 (Online)
59. Ekesiobi,C. S, Oguanobi, C. R, Mgbemena, E. M and Ugwunna, O. T (2016). An Examination of External Shocks and Government Revenue in Nigeria. Journal of Developing Country Studies. Vol. 6 No. 6. Pp 119 - 125 ISSN 2224-607X (Print) ISSN 2225-0565 (Online)
60. Nnadi, K. U, Dimnwobi, S. K, Nwokoye, E. S, Osigwe, A. C and Ekesiobi, C. S (2016). Socio-Economic Determinants of Academic Performances in Aguata Local Government Area, Anambra State. Journal of Economics and Sustainable Development. Vol.7, No.10. Pp 188 - 199 ISSN 2222-1700 (Paper) ISSN 2222-2855 (Online)
61. Ugochukwu, J. N, Ekesiobi, C. S and Obiorah, J (2016). Influence of Culture on Nigerian SMEs Compliance Attitude to IFRS for SMEs. Journal of Culture, Society and Development. Vol 15. No. 1. Pp 19 – 26. ISSN 2422-8400
62. Ekesiobi, C.S, Madubueze, M.C and Ude, D.K (2015). Governance and Insecurity in Nigeria: Implications for Sustainable Development. ANSU Journal of Arts and Social Sciences. Vol. 4. No. 1. Pp 1 - 144 ISSN 2315-7178
63. Ibekilo, C.B.N, Ifebi.O.E and Ekesiobi, C.S (2015). Health Security and the Economics of Ebola Epidemic in Sub-Saharan Africa: Implications and Policy Options for Nigeria. ANSU Journal of Arts and Social Sciences. Vol. 4. No. 1. Pp 130 - 145 ISSN 2315-7178
64. Ekesiobi C.S, Dimnwobi S.K, Mgbemena E.M and Obegolu, C.C (2015). SURE-P Graduate Internship Scheme and Employment Generation among youths of Anambra State: Evidence from Selected Local Government Areas. Journal of Economic Studies (JES). Vol 12. No. 1. Pp 1 - 14 ISSN 1119-2259
65. Ugwuja, A.A, Ibekilo.C.B.N and Ekesiobi, C.S (2015). Selective Cooperation in the Global South: Implications for Nigeria’s International Economic Relations, 2000 – 2010. Journal of Research on Humanities and Social Sciences. Vol. 5 No. 10. Pp 20 - 35 ISSN 2224-5766 (Print) ISSN 2225-0484 (Online)
66. Nwoye, U. J, Obiorah, J. N and Ekesiobi, C.S (2015). Assessing the Risk of Fraud in Published IFRS and Nigerian GAAP Financial Reports: A Comparative Application of the Beneish Models. IUP Journal of Accounting Research and Audit Practices. Vol. XIV, No. 1. Pp 21 - 42 ISSN 0972-690X
67. Nwoye, U. J, Obiorah, J. N and Ekesiobi, C.S (2015). Effect of Nigeria Macroeconomic Environment on the Performance of the National Economy: Implications. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences. Vol. 5, No. 7. Pp 42 - 51 ISSN 2222-6990 DOI: 10.6007/IJARBSS/v5-i7/1708
68. Nwoye, U.J, Ekesiobi, C.S and Ezenwafor, C. E (2015). Translation of Nigeria Economic performance on the nation’s Unemployment terrain: Effects and implications. Scholars Journal of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. Vol 3. No. 4A: Pp 888-894 ISSN 2347-5374 (Online) ISSN 2347-9493 (Print)
69. Madichie, C.V, Maduka, A.C, Oguanobi.C.R and Ekesiobi, C.S (2014). Financial Development and Economic Growth in Nigeria: A Reconsideration of Empirical Evidence. Journal of Economics and Sustainable Development. Vol.5, No.28. Pp 199 - 208 ISSN 2222-1700 (Paper) ISSN 2222-2855(Online)
70. Ude, D. K and Ekesiobi, C. S (2014). Effect of Per Capita Health Spending on Child Mortality in Nigeria. International Journal of Innovative Research & Development. Vol. 3(9). Pp 1 – 4. ISSN 2278-0211 http://www.ijird.com/index.php/ijird/article/view/52398/42078
71. Ude, D. K and Ekesiobi C. S (2014). Domestic Debt and Private Investment in Nigeria. International Journal of Scientific Research and Education, Vol 2(8), Pp 1533 - 1540 2321-7545. http://ijsae.in/ijsaeems/index.php/ijsae/article/view/326-698-1-PB.Pdf
72. Ude, D. K and Ekesiobi C. S (2014). Panel Investigation of States Social Spending and Social Outcome: Perspective of Education in Nigeria. International Journal of Economics, Finance and Management, Vol. 3(5). Pp 244 - 254 ISSN 2307-2466 http://www.ejournalofbusiness.org/archive/vol3no5/vol3no5_4.pdf
73. Ibekilo, C.B.N, Ekesiobi.C.S and Mgbemena, E.M (2014). Privatization as a Sine Qua Non to Nigerian Energy Sector Crisis. Anambra State University Journal of Applied Economics, Vol 2 No 2. Pp 9 – 16 ISSN 2360-8455
74. Ekesiobi, C.S, Ibekilo, C.B.N, Ifebi, O.E and Dieli, O.J (2011). Dynamics of Foreign Trade and Trade Relation Problems: Policy Options for Nigeria. African Research Review an International Multi-Disciplinary Journal, Ethiopia Vol. 5 (1). Pp 40 - 56 ISSN 1994-9057 (Print) ISSN 2070-0083 (Online)
75. Ekesiobi, C.S and Ibekilo, C.B.N (2010). Accelerating Industrial Development Financing in Nigeria: The Role of Commercial Banks. Lagos Journal of Entrepreneurship and Technology, Vol. 1 No. 4. Pp 21 -33 ISSN 2006-3709
76. Ekesiobi, C.S, Ibekilo, C.B.N and Ifebi, O.E (2010). Achievement of the Millennium Development Goals in Nigeria: The Role of Commercial Banks. Knowledge Builders Multidisciplinary Journal for Advancement of Scholarship. Vol. 5 No. 1. Pp 161 -167 ISSN 1602-1143
(b) Conferences Proceedings (Published)
1. Chukwujekwu, I., Awele, S., Ejike, J.P., Okafor, S.N., Ibekilo, C.B.N., and Ekesiobi, C.S. (2021). Impact of Electricity Access on Price Level in Nigeria. Nigerian Association for Energy Economics. 14th NAEE/IAEE Annual International Conference. July 23-26, 2021. Pp 29-47
2. Maduka, A.C., Akunna, N., Ekesiobi, C.S., Okafor, S.N., and Chukwuemeka, D.E. (2021). Modelling Environment and Economic Growth Nexus in Nigeria: A Test of the Green Solow Model. Nigerian Association for Energy Economics. 14th NAEE/IAEE Annual International Conference. July 23-26, 2021. Pp 291-330
3. Onochie-Dieli, C., Obialor, I., Okoroji, C., Chukwuemeka, D.E., Ekesiobi, C.S., and Ifebi, O.E. (2021). Impact of Rural Electrification on Rural Unemployment Incidence in Nigeria. Nigerian Association for Energy Economics. 14th NAEE/IAEE Annual International Conference. July 23-26, 2021. Pp 331-342
4. Ude, D. K., and Ekesiobi, C. S. (2018). Fiscal Policy and Value addition in Agricultural Output in Nigeria. The Nigerian Economic Society. 59th Annual Conference. September 25-27, 2018. Pp 93-124
5. Ekesiobi C. S., Ude, D. K., Madueme, S. and Nwokolo C. (2017). Energy Labels and End-use Efficiency: A study of selected households in Awka, Anambra state. Nigerian Association for Energy Economics. 10th NAEE/IAEE Annual International Conference. April 23-26, 2017. Pp 32-65
6. Ude, D. K., Anumudu, C. N. and Ekesiobi, C. S. (2016). Analysis of Macroeconomic Policy and Diversification of the Nigerian Economy. The Nigerian Economic Society. 57th Annual Conference. September 27-29, 2016. Pp 117-153
7. Chukwuemeka, D.E, Ekesiobi,C.S, Mgbemena, E.M, Ifebi, O.E., Ibekilo, C.B.N., and Oguanobi, C.R. (2016). Improving Competitiveness and Increasing Economic Diversification in Nigeria: the Role of ICT. The Nigerian Economic Society. 57th Annual Conference. September 27-29, 2016. Pp 336 – 374
8. Dimnwobi, S.K., Nwokoye, E.S, Ekesiobi, C.S and Obegolu, C.C. (2016). Power infrastructure and electricity demand in Nigeria: Challenges and prospects. Nigerian Association for Energy Economics. 9th NAEE/IAEE Annual International Conference. April 25-26, 2016. Pp 49 – 74.
9. Ude, D. K., Mgbemena, E. M. and Ekesiobi, C. S. (2016). Natural Gas and Renewable Energy Development Patterns and Potentials in Nigeria. Nigerian Association for Energy Economics. 9th NAEE/IAEE Annual International Conference. April 25-26, 2016. Pp 21-45
10. Dimnwobi, K., Ekesiobi, C., and Ude, D. K. (2018). Decentralising Energy Governance for Improved Energy Security in Nigeria. NAEE Energy Forum 6th Edition. Pp 39 - 41
11. Ekesiobi, C., Ude, D. K. and Dimnwobi, K. (2017). Mainstreaming Nuclear Energy in the Nigerian Energy Mix: Implications for Sustainable Development. NAEE Energy Forum 5th Edition. Pp 19 – 21
(c) Book Chapters
1. Ekesiobi, C.S, Umenweke, M.N, Alumona, I.M, Madubueze, M.H.C, Nwankwo, J. O., Etodike, C.N.E. (2021). Health Security and Contemporary Issues on COVID-19 Experience in Nigeria: A multidisciplinary Inquiry. in Umenweke, M.N, Alumona, I.M, Madubueze, M.H.C, Nwankwo, J. O., Ekesiobi, C.S and Etodike, C.N.E. (eds) Contemporary Issues on COVID-19 Experiences in Nigeria. John Archers Publishers, Ibadan
2. Onyekwelu, R.U. and Ekesiobi, C.S, (2019). The Nigerian Environment: Features, Demography, Topography and Statistics. in Onyekwelu, R.U. and Ekesiobi, C.S. (eds) Nigerian Peoples and Culture. Gostak Printing and Publishing Co Ltd : Enugu, Nigeria.
3. Ekesiobi, C.S, and Ugwuoke, U.E (2019). Perspectives on Economic Growth and Development in Nigeria. in Onyekwelu, R.U. and Ekesiobi, C.S. (eds) Nigerian Peoples and Culture. Gostak Printing and Publishing Co Ltd : Enugu, Nigeria.
4. Ekesiobi, C. S. (2016). Basic Tools for Economic Analysis: Concepts and Applications. in Mgbemena, E.M, Ibekilo, C.B.N, Oguanobi, C.R and Ekesiobi, C.S (eds) Economics: Basics Concepts and Principles. Nigeria. Oktek Publishers, Enugu.
5. Ekesiobi, C. S. (2016). Theory of Supply. in Mgbemena, E.M, Ibekilo, C.B.N, Oguanobi, C.R and Ekesiobi, C.S (eds) Economics: Basics Concepts and Principles. Nigeria. Oktek Publishers, Enugu.
6. Ekesiobi, C. S and Ifebi, O. E (2016). Index Numbers. in Mgbemena, E.M, Ibekilo, C.B.N, Oguanobi, C.R and Ekesiobi, C.S (eds) Economics: Basics Concepts and Principles. Nigeria. Oktek Publishers, Enugu.
(d) Textbooks
1. Ifebi, O.E., Mgbemena, E.M., Ibekilo, C.B.N, and Ekesiobi, C. S. (2018). Mathematical Applications in Economics. Perfect Image Publishers, Onitsha Nigeria.
2. Ibekilo, C.B.N, Ifebi, O.E and Ekesiobi, C. S. (2017). Political Economy of the South: A Classical Approach. Ur Excellency Prints, Awka, Nigeria
3. Ude, D. K. and Ekesiobi, C. S. (2017). Macroeconomics: Theory and Applications. Homage Prints, Aba, Nigeria.
4. Ude, D. K. and Ekesiobi, C. S. (2016). Microeconomics: Theory and Applications. Adonai Press, Nigeria.
(e) Unpublished Research
• PhD Thesis: Energy Efficiency, Transition, and Quality of Life in Nigeria (2024). Department of Economics, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Enugu State.
• MSc Dissertation: Fiscal Policy and Private Investment in Africa: A Test of the Crowding-Out Hypothesis (2013). Department of Economics, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Enugu State.
• BSc Project: Contribution of Commercial Banks to the Nigerian Industrial Sector (2008). Department of Economics, Anambra State Univerisity, Anambra State.
CONFERENCES AND LEARNED SOCIETY ACTIVITIES
(a) Conferences
1. Ekesiobi, C.S., Emmanuel, P.M., Ude. D.K., & Mba. I, (2024) Promoting Eco-Conscious Practices: An Assessment of the Environmental Consequences of Financial Development and Entrepreneurship in Nigeria. Paper presented at The Nigeria Association of Energy Economics NAEE/IAEE 17th Annual International Conference, Abuja, 20th – 22th October, 2024. Theme: The Energy, Economy, and Environment Nexus: Imperative for Good Governance and Sustainable Development.
2. Ekesiobi, C.S., Ebenebe, O.E., Akamobi, O.G., Umeh, S.A., & Nwafor, C. (2024). Between Sustainable Energy and Unsustainable Prices: threshold effect of Institutional quality in the Inflation and Energy Transition Nexus in Nigeria. Paper presented at The Nigeria Association of Energy Economics NAEE/IAEE 17th Annual International Conference, Abuja, 20th – 22th October, 2024. Theme: The Energy, Economy, and Environment Nexus: Imperative for Good Governance and Sustainable Development.
3. Ekesiobi, C. S., Omeje, A. N., & Ebenebe , O. E. (2024) Mitigating Economic Misery in Nigeria: The Role of Energy Transition and Institutional Quality. Paper presented at the Nigerian Economic Society (NES) 65th Annual Conference, Abuja, 3rd-5th September 2024. Theme: ‘Socio-Economic Development in Nigeria: Imperatives, Implications and Impacts’
4. Ekesiobi, C. S., Onwe, J.C., Emmanuel, P.M., Ogwu, S.O., & Ude, D.K. (2024) Governance and Clean Energy Pathways for Transforming Africa: The Moderating Role of Government Effectiveness in The Energy Transition – Economic Transformation Nexus. Paper presented at the Nigerian Economic Society (NES) 65th Annual Conference, Abuja, 3rd-5th September 2024. Theme: ‘Socio-Economic Development in Nigeria: Imperatives, Implications and Impacts’
5. Ekesiobi, C.S., Emmanuel, P.M., & Chukwuemeka, D.E (2023). Towards Net-Zero Energy 2050: Fiscal Vulnerability and Energy Transition in Nigeria. Paper presented at the 64th Annual Conference of the Nigerian Economic Society, Abuja, 10th – 12th October, 2023. Theme: Building Resilience for Transformational Recovery.
6. Ekesiobi, C., Ogwu, S.O., Onwe, J.C., Ifebi, O., Emmanuel, P.M. and Ashibogwu, K.N. (2022), Assessing the Impact of Financial Development and Debt Status on Energy Efficiency in Nigeria. Paper presented at the 63rd Annual Conference of the Nigerian Economic Society, Abuja, 26th – 30th September, 2022. Theme: Fiscal Sustainability and Policy Response for Economic Recovery in Nigeria
7. Onochie-Dieli, C., Obialor, I., Okoroji, C., Chukwuemeka, D.E., Ekesiobi, C.S., and Ifebi, O.E. (2021). Impact of Rural Electrification on Rural Unemployment Incidence in Nigeria. Paper presented at The Nigeria Association of Energy Economics NAEE/IAEE 14th Annual International Conference, Abuja, 25th – 28th July, 2021. Theme: Strategic Responses of Energy Sector to COVID-19 Impacts on African Economies.
8. Okeke, F. C., Olisaemeka, C. B., Agu, A.O, Maduka, A. C., and Ekesiobi, C. S. (2021). Remittances and Price Level Nexus in Nigeria: Post-COVID Economic Agenda. Paper presented at the 6th Conference of Faculty of Social Science, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, 9th - 12th July, 2019. Paper presented at the 5th Conference of Faculty of Social Science, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, 30th June - 1th July, 2021. Theme: Social Media and Security Issues in Post-COVID 19 Era in Africa.
9. Okeke, C., Chukwujekwu, I., Stanley, A., Okafor, S., Ibekilo, C.B.N, and Ekesiobi, C.S (2021). Impact of Electricity Access on Price level in Nigeria. Paper presented at The Nigeria Association of Energy Economics NAEE/IAEE 14th Annual International Conference, Abuja, 25th – 28th July, 2021. Theme: Strategic Responses of Energy Sector to COVID-19 Impacts on African Economies.
10. Ekesiobi, C.S., Madichie, C.V. and Dimnwobi, S.K. (2020). Assessment of macroeconomic resilience and social vulnerability in sub-Saharan Africa. Paper presented at the 62nd Annual Conference of the Nigerian Economic Society, Abuja, 26th – 29th October, 2023. Theme: Global Uncertainties and Policy Interventions for Macroeconomic Stability In Africa
11. Okafor, S.N., Ekesiobi, C.S., Ifebi, O.E., and Dimnwobi, S.K. (2020). Testing the triple deficit hypothesis for sub-Saharan Africa: Implications for AfCTA. Paper presented at the 61st Annual Conference of the Nigerian Economic Society, Abuja, 7th – 10th September, 2020
12. Nwokoye, E.S., Igbanugo, I.C., Ekesiobi, C.S. and Dimnwobi, S.K (2020). Fiscal incentives and tax compliance behaviour in industrial clusters: A survey of clusters in south-east Nigeria. Paper presented at the 3rd annual conference of the International centre for tax and development/Nigerian Tax Research Network, December 5th and 6th, 2019.
13. Ekesiobi, C.S., Okafor, S.N., Dimnwobi, S.K., Chukwuemeka, D.E and Ifebi, O.E. (2019). Glocalizing the Nigerian Electricity sector for the fourth industrial revolution: Implications for sustainable development. Paper presented at the 5th Conference of Faculty of Social Science, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, 9th - 12th July, 2019. Paper presented at the 5th Conference of Faculty of Social Science, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, 9th - 12th July, 2019. Theme: Glocalising the African Society for Sustainable Development.
14. Nwabue, C.M, Nwokoye., E.S. and Ekesiobi., C.S (2019). Environmental Externalities from Electricity Generation in Nigeria: Evidence from Natural Gas and Solar PV Systems. Paper presented at the 5th Conference of Faculty of Social Science, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, 9th - 12th July, 2019. Theme: Glocalising the African Society for Sustainable Development.
15. Nwabue, C.M, Nwokoye., E.S. and Ekesiobi., C.S (2019). The Uncompensated cost of Electricity Generation in Nigeria: Evidence from Natural Gas and Solar PV Systems. Paper presented at the 5th Conference of Faculty of Social Science, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, 9th - 12th July, 2019. Theme: Glocalising the African Society for Sustainable Development.
16. Akaogu., C, Asomugha. I, Anozie, O., Ekesiobi, C.S and Maduka, A.C (2019). Energy Saving Behaviour Adoption among Tertiary Level Students in Anambra State. Paper presented at The Nigeria Association of Energy Economics NAEE/IAEE 11th Annual International Conference, Abuja, 14th – 16th April, 2019. Theme: Energy Efficiency and Access Imperatives for Sustainable Development in Emerging Economies.
17. Okafor., S. N, Ichoku., H.E. and Ekesiobi, C.S (2018). Determinants of Rice Production In Anambra State, Nigeria. Paper presented at the 59th Annual conference of the Nigerian Economic Society (NES), Abuja. September 25-27, 2018
18. Ugwuja, A.A, and Ekesiobi, C.S (2018). “We were neither Sleeping nor Slumberingâ€: Pre-Colonial Economic Thought of the Igbo of Southeastern Nigeria. Paper presented at: YSI Africa Convening, University of Zimbabwe, Harare. 16 – 18 August, 2018.
19. Ekesiobi, C.S., Dimnwobi, S.K., Okafor, S.N and Chukwuemeka, D.E (2018). Electricity sector restructuring and competitiveness of the Nigerian industrial sector. Paper presented at the 4th Conference of Faculty of Social Science, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, 24th - 25th May, 2018. Theme: Restructuring for Development in Nigeria.
20. Ekesiobi, C.S and Ude, D.K (2018). Fiscal Policy and Value Addition in Agricultural Output In Nigeria. Paper presented at the 59th Annual conference of the Nigerian Economic Society (NES), Abuja. September 25-27, 2018
21. Ekesiobi, C.S and Ude, D.K (2018). Eco-Labels and Sustainable Consumption of White Goods By Households In Awka, Anambra State. Paper presented at the 11th International Conference of the Nigeria Association of Energy Economics/International Association of Energy Economics in Abuja, 22nd - 24th April, 2018. Theme: New Era in Global Energy Landscape: Implications for an Emerging Economy.
22. Dimnwobi, S.K, Nwokoye, E.S, Ekesiobi, C.S and Igbanugo, I.C. (2018). Determinants of investment in energy efficiency by selected firms in Onitsha business clusters. Paper presented at the 11th International Conference of the Nigeria Association of Energy Economics/International Association of Energy Economics in Abuja, 22nd - 24th April, 2018. Theme: New Era in Global Energy Landscape: Implications for an Emerging Economy.
23. Nnadozie, N., Mgbemena, M., Ekesiobi, C.S and Dimnwobi, S.K. (2018). Deficit financing sources and economic growth in Nigeria. Paper presented at the 42nd Annual National Statistical Conference of the Nigerian Statistical Association held at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, 5th - 7th September 2018. Theme: Statistics for Economic Recovery, Growth and Sustainability.
24. Ude, D. K, and Ekesiobi, C.S (2018). Electricity and Gas Trading: Implication for Growth and Development in Sub-Saharan Africa. Paper presented at the 11th International Conference of the Nigeria Association of Energy Economics/International Association of Energy Economics in Abuja, 22nd - 24th April, 2018. Theme: New Era in Global Energy Landscape: Implications for an Emerging Economy.
25. Chukwuemeka, D.E., Okafor, S.N., Ekesiobi, C.S., and Obegolu, C.C. (2018). Electricity and the fourth industrial revolution: Implications for the Nigerian Economy. Paper presented at the 11th International Conference of the Nigeria Association of Energy Economics/International Association of Energy Economics in Abuja, 22nd - 24th April, 2018. Theme: New Era in Global Energy Landscape: Implications for an Emerging Economy.
26. Ekesiobi, C.S and Ude, D.K (2017). Energy Labels and End-Use Efficiency: A Study of Selected Households In Awka, Anambra State. Paper presented at The Nigeria Association of Energy Economics NAEE/IAEE 10th Annual International Conference, Abuja, 23rd – 26th April, 2017. Theme: Energy Economy and Environment: The Interplay of Technology, Economics and Public Policy.
27. Ude, D.K., and Ekesiobi, C.S (2017). Investigation of Energy Poverty, Accessibility and Subsidy in Energy Abundant Nigeria. Paper presented at The Nigeria Association of Energy Economics NAEE/IAEE 10th Annual International Conference, Abuja, 23rd – 26th April, 2017. Theme: Energy Economy and Environment: The Interplay of Technology, Economics and Public Policy.
28. Dimnwobi, S.K., Osigwe, A.C., Ekesiobi, C.S and Nwokoye, E.S (2017). Promoting energy security through decentralized energy governance in Nigeria. Paper presented at the 10th International Conference of the Nigeria Association of Energy Economics/International Association of Energy Economics in Abuja, 23th - 26th April, 2017.
29. Obegolu, .C., Okosa, .N., Ekesiobi, .C.. Ifebi, .O and Dimnwobi, .S.K. (2017). Improved power supply through diversified generation mix: Bedrock for industrial growth in Nigeria. Paper presented at the 58th Annual Conference of the Nigerian Economic Society, Abuja, 25th - 29th September, 2017. Theme: Imperatives of Industrialisation in Nigeria.
30. Ude, D.K, Madueme, I.S. and Ekesiobi, C.S (2017). Stabilisation Policies, Infrastructural Development and Industrialisation Process in Nigeria. Paper presented at the 58th Annual Conference of the Nigerian Economic Society, Abuja, 25th - 29th September, 2017. Theme: Imperatives of Industrialisation in Nigeria.
31. Ude, D.K, and Ekesiobi, C.S (2017). Capacity Utilisation and the Role of Services Sector in Industrialisation Process in Nigeria. Paper presented at the 58th Annual Conference of the Nigerian Economic Society, Abuja, 25th - 29th September, 2017. Theme: Imperatives of Industrialisation in Nigeria.
32. Ekesiobi, C.S, Ude, D.K and Nwokolo, C (2017). Industrial Clusters and Industrialisation in Nigeria: A Micro-Assessment of the Nnewi Automotive Component Industrial Cluster, Anambra State. Paper presented at the 58th Annual Conference of the Nigerian Economic Society, Abuja, 25th - 29th September, 2017. Theme: Imperatives of Industrialisation in Nigeria.
33. Dimnwobi, S.K., Ekesiobi, C.S and Ozoh, J.N. (2017). Competitiveness and diversification as a panacea for economic recession in Nigeria. Paper presented at the 3rd Conference of Faculty of Social Science, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, 9th - 12th August, 2017. Theme: Contending with the Challenges of Development in an Era of Recession.
34. Ekesiobi, C.S., and Ude, D.K. (2017) International Debt Management Trends in an Era of Economic Recession. Policy Options for Nigeria. Paper presented at the 3rd Conference of Faculty of Social Science, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, 9th - 12th August, 2017. Theme: Contending with the Challenges of Development in an Era of Recession.
35. Mgbemena, E.M., Oguanobi, C.R., and Ekesiobi, C.S. (2017). Managing Economic Recession: The Role of Fiscal Rules. Paper presented at the 3rd Conference of Faculty of Social Science, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, 9th - 12th August, 2017. Theme: Contending with the Challenges of Development in an Era of Recession.
36. Dimnwobi, S.K., Nwokoye, E.S, Ekesiobi, C.S and Obegolu, C.C. (2016). Power infrastructure and electricity demand in Nigeria: Challenges and prospects. Paper presented at the 9th International Conference of the Nigeria Association of Energy Economics/International Association of Energy Economics in Abuja, 25th - 26th April, 2016. Theme: Energising Emerging Economies: The Role of Natural Gas and Renewable Energy.
37. Dimnwobi, S.K, Nwokoye, E.S, Ekesiobi, C.S and Okosa, U.N. (2016). Transportation Infrastructure and diversification of Nigerian economy: Implications for the developmental state. Paper presented at the 57th Annual Conference of the Nigerian Economic Society, Abuja, 27th – 29th September, 2016
38. Okosa, U.N, Ekesiobi, C.S, Dimnwobi, S.K, Maduka, A.C and Ibekilo, B.N. (2016). E-Commerce as a catalyst for the diversification of the Nigerian economy. Paper presented at the 57th Annual Conference of the Nigerian Economic Society, Abuja, 27th – 29th September, 2016. Theme: The Developmental State and Diversification of the Nigerian Economy.
39. Nnadi, K.U, Dimnwobi, S.K, Nwokoye, E.S and Ekesiobi, C.S. (2016). Socio-economic determinants of gender-based academic performances in Anambra state. Paper presented at the Institute of Women, Gender and Development Studies, 5th Annual International Conference, FUTO, Owerri, 22nd – 25th February, 2016. Theme: Gender and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Issues and Challenges.
40. Chukwuemeka, D.E, Ekesiobi,C.S, Mgbemena, E.M, Oguanobi, C.R and Ibekilo, C.B.N (2016). Improving Competitiveness and Increasing Economic Diversification in Nigeria: the Role of ICT. Paper presented at the 57th Annual conference of the Nigerian Economic Society (NES), Abuja. Theme: The Developmental State and Diversification of the Nigerian Economy.
41. Ude, D. K, Charles, A. and Ekesiobi, C.S (2016). Analysis of Macroeconomic Policy and Diversification of the Nigeria Economy. Paper presented at the 57th Annual conference of the Nigerian Economic Society (NES), Abuja. Theme: The Developmental State and Diversification of the Nigerian Economy.
42. Dimnwobi, S.K, Nwokoye, E. S, Ekesiobi, C.S and Okosa, N. U (2016). Transportation Infrastructure and Diversification of the Nigerian Economy: Implications for the Developmental State. Paper presented at the 57th Annual conference of the Nigerian Economic Society (NES), Abuja. Theme: The Developmental State and Diversification of the Nigerian Economy.
43. Ekesiobi, C.S, Ibekilo, C.B.N, Ifebi, O.E and Ude, D.K (2016). Expanding the Nigerian Energy Mix Through Nuclear Power: Issues, Prospects and Implications For Sustainable Development. Paper presented at The Nigeria Association of Energy Economics NAEE/IAEE 9th Annual International Conference, Abuja. 25th - 26th April, 2016. Theme: Energising Emerging Economies: The Role of Natural Gas and Renewable Energy.
44. Ude, D.K, Mgbemena, E.M and Ekesiobi, C.S (2016). Natural Gas and Renewable Energy Development Patterns and Potentials in Nigeria. Paper presented at The Nigeria Association of Energy Economics NAEE/IAEE 9th Annual International Conference, Abuja.
45. Ekesiobi, C.S, Ibekilo, C.B.N, Ifebi, O.E and Ude, D.K (2015). Social Inclusion and Planning For Persons with Disability in Nigeria: Strategic Issues and Policy Options. Paper presented at the 56th Annual conference of the Nigerian Economic Society (NES), Abuja. 11th – 14th October, 2015. Theme: Attaining Inclusive Growth in Nigeria: Prospects and Challenges.
46. Ude, D.K and Ekesiobi, C.S (2015). Attaining Inclusive Growth through Financial Inclusion and Poverty Alleviation in Nigeria: The Role of Microfinance Banks. Paper presented at the 56th Annual conference of the Nigerian Economic Society (NES), Abuja. 11th – 14th October, 2015. Theme: Attaining Inclusive Growth in Nigeria: Prospects and Challenges.
47. Mgbemena, E.M, Akamobi, A.A, Oguanobi, C.R, Ibekilo, C.B.N and Ekesiobi, C.S (2015). Food Security Challenge in Africa and the Missing Infrastructure Link. Paper presented at the 2nd International Interdisciplinary Conference on Global Initiatives for Integrated Development (IIC-GIID), Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University.
48. Mgbemena, E.M and Ekesiobi, C.S (2015). Advancing Nigerian Women’s Financial Inclusion: The Role of Microfinance Banks. Paper presented at the 1st Conference on Microfinance and Enterprise Development by Lift Above Poverty Organisation Group (LAPO Institute), Benin City. 6th – 7th July, 2015. Theme: Microfinance, Social Inclusion and National Development.
49. Ekesiobi, C.S, Ibekilo, C.B.N and Ifebi, O.E (2014). Health Security and the Economics of Ebola Epidemic in Sub-Sahara Africa: Implications and Policy Options for Nigeria. Paper presented at the 2nd International Conference by the Faculty of the Social Sciences, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Anambra State. Theme: Peace Building, Security and Sustainable Development.
50. Ekesiobi, C.S and Madubueze, M.C (2014). Good Governance and Insecurity in Nigeria: Implications for Sustainable Development. Paper presented at the 2nd International Conference by the Faculty of the Social Sciences, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Anambra State.
(b) Conferences Proceedings (Published)
1. Chukwujekwu, I., Awele, S., Ejike, J.P., Okafor, S.N., Ibekilo, C.B.N., and Ekesiobi, C.S. (2021). Impact of Electricity Access on Price Level in Nigeria. Nigerian Association for Energy Economics. 14th NAEE/IAEE Annual International Conference. July 23-26, 2021. Pp 29-47
2. Maduka, A.C., Akunna, N., Ekesiobi, C.S., Okafor, S.N., and Chukwuemeka, D.E. (2021). Modelling Environment and Economic Growth Nexus in Nigeria: A Test of the Green Solow Model. Nigerian Association for Energy Economics. 14th NAEE/IAEE Annual International Conference. July 23-26, 2021. Pp 291-330
3. Onochie-Dieli, C., Obialor, I., Okoroji, C., Chukwuemeka, D.E., Ekesiobi, C.S., and Ifebi, O.E. (2021). Impact of Rural Electrification on Rural Unemployment Incidence in Nigeria. Nigerian Association for Energy Economics. 14th NAEE/IAEE Annual International Conference. July 23-26, 2021. Pp 331-342
4. Ude, D. K., and Ekesiobi, C. S. (2018). Fiscal Policy and Value addition in Agricultural Output in Nigeria. The Nigerian Economic Society. 59th Annual Conference. September 25-27, 2018. Pp 93-124
5. Ekesiobi C. S., Ude, D. K., Madueme, S. and Nwokolo C. (2017). Energy Labels and End-use Efficiency: A study of selected households in Awka, Anambra state. Nigerian Association for Energy Economics. 10th NAEE/IAEE Annual International Conference. April 23-26, 2017. Pp 32-65
6. Ude, D. K., Anumudu, C. N. and Ekesiobi, C. S. (2016). Analysis of Macroeconomic Policy and Diversification of the Nigerian Economy. The Nigerian Economic Society. 57th Annual Conference. September 27-29, 2016. Pp 117-153
7. Chukwuemeka, D.E, Ekesiobi,C.S, Mgbemena, E.M, Ifebi, O.E., Ibekilo, C.B.N., and Oguanobi, C.R. (2016). Improving Competitiveness and Increasing Economic Diversification in Nigeria: the Role of ICT. The Nigerian Economic Society. 57th Annual Conference. September 27-29, 2016. Pp 336 – 374
8. Dimnwobi, S.K., Nwokoye, E.S, Ekesiobi, C.S and Obegolu, C.C. (2016). Power infrastructure and electricity demand in Nigeria: Challenges and prospects. Nigerian Association for Energy Economics. 9th NAEE/IAEE Annual International Conference. April 25-26, 2016. Pp 49 – 74.
9. Ude, D. K., Mgbemena, E. M. and Ekesiobi, C. S. (2016). Natural Gas and Renewable Energy Development Patterns and Potentials in Nigeria. Nigerian Association for Energy Economics. 9th NAEE/IAEE Annual International Conference. April 25-26, 2016. Pp 21-45
10. Dimnwobi, K., Ekesiobi, C., and Ude, D. K. (2018). Decentralising Energy Governance for Improved Energy Security in Nigeria. NAEE Energy Forum 6th Edition. Pp 39 - 41
11. Ekesiobi, C., Ude, D. K. and Dimnwobi, K. (2017). Mainstreaming Nuclear Energy in the Nigerian Energy Mix: Implications for Sustainable Development. NAEE Energy Forum 5th Edition. Pp 19 – 21
(c) Book Chapters
1. Ekesiobi, C.S, Umenweke, M.N, Alumona, I.M, Madubueze, M.H.C, Nwankwo, J. O., Etodike, C.N.E. (2021). Health Security and Contemporary Issues on COVID-19 Experience in Nigeria: A multidisciplinary Inquiry. in Umenweke, M.N, Alumona, I.M, Madubueze, M.H.C, Nwankwo, J. O., Ekesiobi, C.S and Etodike, C.N.E. (eds) Contemporary Issues on COVID-19 Experiences in Nigeria. John Archers Publishers, Ibadan
2. Onyekwelu, R.U. and Ekesiobi, C.S, (2019). The Nigerian Environment: Features, Demography, Topography and Statistics. in Onyekwelu, R.U. and Ekesiobi, C.S. (eds) Nigerian Peoples and Culture. Gostak Printing and Publishing Co Ltd : Enugu, Nigeria.
3. Ekesiobi, C.S, and Ugwuoke, U.E (2019). Perspectives on Economic Growth and Development in Nigeria. in Onyekwelu, R.U. and Ekesiobi, C.S. (eds) Nigerian Peoples and Culture. Gostak Printing and Publishing Co Ltd : Enugu, Nigeria.
4. Ekesiobi, C. S. (2016). Basic Tools for Economic Analysis: Concepts and Applications. in Mgbemena, E.M, Ibekilo, C.B.N, Oguanobi, C.R and Ekesiobi, C.S (eds) Economics: Basics Concepts and Principles. Nigeria. Oktek Publishers, Enugu.
5. Ekesiobi, C. S. (2016). Theory of Supply. in Mgbemena, E.M, Ibekilo, C.B.N, Oguanobi, C.R and Ekesiobi, C.S (eds) Economics: Basics Concepts and Principles. Nigeria. Oktek Publishers, Enugu.
6. Ekesiobi, C. S and Ifebi, O. E (2016). Index Numbers. in Mgbemena, E.M, Ibekilo, C.B.N, Oguanobi, C.R and Ekesiobi, C.S (eds) Economics: Basics Concepts and Principles. Nigeria. Oktek Publishers, Enugu.
(d) Textbooks
1. Ifebi, O.E., Mgbemena, E.M., Ibekilo, C.B.N, and Ekesiobi, C. S. (2018). Mathematical Applications in Economics. Perfect Image Publishers, Onitsha Nigeria.
2. Ibekilo, C.B.N, Ifebi, O.E and Ekesiobi, C. S. (2017). Political Economy of the South: A Classical Approach. Ur Excellency Prints, Awka, Nigeria
3. Ude, D. K. and Ekesiobi, C. S. (2017). Macroeconomics: Theory and Applications. Homage Prints, Aba, Nigeria.
4. Ude, D. K. and Ekesiobi, C. S. (2016). Microeconomics: Theory and Applications. Adonai Press, Nigeria.
5. Edited Books
1. Umenweke, M.N, Alumona, I.M, Madubueze, M.H.C, Nwankwo, J. O., Ekesiobi, C.S and Etodike, C.N.E. (eds) (2021) Contemporary Issues on COVID-19 Experiences in Nigeria. John Archers Publishers, Ibadan. www.johnarchers.com.ng
2. Onyekwelu, R.U. and Ekesiobi, C.S. (2019) (eds) Nigerian Peoples and Culture. Gostak Printing and Publishing Co Ltd: Enugu, Nigeria.
3. Ekesiobi, C.S., Egboh, A.F and Nnatuanya, F. (2018) (eds) Faculty of Social Sciences Students Handbook. Martin-King Press: Awka, Nigeria.
4. Mgbemena, E.M, Ibekilo, C.B.N, Oguanobi, C.R and Ekesiobi, C.S (eds) (2016). Economics: Basics Concepts and Principles. Nigeria. Oktek Publishers, Enugu.
6. Trainings and Workshops Attended
1. Training Workshop on Statistical Analysis on Using SPSS in Financial Sector Analysis organised by the Nigerian Economic Society at Ibadan, Nigeria 23rd – 25th July, 2018.
2. Tax Policy and Research Methods Course by the Nigerian Tax Research Network (NTRN) in collaboration with the International Centre for Tax and Development (ICTD) and the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Nigeria. 2nd – 4th December, 2019.
3. The Nigerian Universities Electronic Teaching and Learning Platform Training workshop (7th – 9th December, 2015) Organised by Spectrum Engineering Limited and TETFUND Abuja.
4. Advanced Digital Appreciation Programme for Tertiary Institutions (ADAPTI) Training by the Digital Bridge Institute’s International Centre for Communications Studies at the Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka held on 10 -14 March, 2014.
5. Training on the Operation and Use of Electronic Students Result Software (Michelle 2012) organised by the Faculty of Social Sciences, COOU and Integrated Business Systems Nigeria, 3rd – 4th June, 2012.
6. Computer Operations Course organised by the Sylvia Institute of Computer Training and Management Centre, Surulere, Lagos October 2002 – February 2003.
7. Technical Reports and Workings Papers
1. Nwokoye, E., Igbanugo, C., Ekesiobi, C., and Dimnwobi, S. (2022). Fiscal Incentives and Tax Compliance Behaviour in Industrial Clusters: A Survey of Clusters in South-East Nigeria. Yaoundé: African Governance and Development Institute (AGDI) Working Paper Series WP/22/008.
2. Okafor, S. N., Ekesiobi, C., Ifebi, O., Dimnwobi, S. K., and Asongu, S. A. (2021). Testing the triple deficit hypothesis for sub-Saharan Africa: Implications for the African Continental Free Trade Area. Belgium: European Xtramile Centre of African Studies (EXCAS) Working Paper Series WP/21/093.
3. Dimnwobi, S. K., Ekesiobi, C., Madichie, C. V., and Asongu, S. A. (2021). Population Dynamics and Environmental Quality In Africa. Yaoundé: African Governance and Development Institute (AGDI) Working Paper Series WP/21/047.
4. Ekesiobi, C. and Dimnwobi, S.K. (2020), Economic assessment of the Igbo entrepreneurship model for entrepreneurial development in Nigeria: evidence from clusters in Anambra state, Yaoundé: African Governance and Development Institute (AGDI) Working Paper Series WP/20/085.
8. Other Publications
Vanguard Newspaper
21/07/2021: Celebrating While Grieving: From accident compensation to prevention at Ninth-mile, Enugu State. Available at: https://www.vanguardngr.com/2021/07/celebrating-while-grieving-from-accident-compensation-to-prevention-at-ninth-mile-enugu-state/
07/07/2020: ‘A luta Continua’ against the prevalence of rape in Nigerian tertiary institutions. Available at: https://www.vanguardngr.com/2020/07/a-luta-continua-against-the-prevalence-of-rape-in-nigerian-tertiary-institutions/
17/06/2020: Liverpool FC and the possible comeback of the prodigal ‘little Magician’: should Coutinho walk alone? Available at: https://www.vanguardngr.com/2020/06/liverpool-fc-and-the-possible-comeback-of-the-prodigal-little-magician-should-coutinho-walk-alone/
16/05/2020: The COVID-19 Rain Has Come: Musings on the Nigerian savings shelter. Available at: https://www.vanguardngr.com/2020/05/the-covid-19-rain-has-come-musings-on-the-nigerian-savings-shelter/
29/04/2020: COVID-19 Lockdown: Beyond health versus economy trade-off. Available at: https://www.vanguardngr.com/2020/04/covid-19-lockdown-beyond-health-versus-economy-trade-off/
14/04/2020: The Nigerian “Giveaway-Economyâ€: Reflections for a country in socio-economic distress. Available at: https://www.vanguardngr.com/2020/04/the-nigerian-giveaway-economy-reflections-for-a-country-in-socio-economic-distress/
(a) Journal Publications
IMPACT FACTOR/INDEXED JOURNALS (Scopus/ Scimago/Web of Science/Clarivate Analytics)
1. Ekesiobi, C., Emmanuel, P. M., Mgbemena, E., Ibekilo, B., Chukwuemeka, D., & Madueme, I. (2024). Reconsidering the pollution haven hypothesis: an investigation of international trade, foreign direct investment, and carbon emission nexus in Nigeria. Journal of Chinese Economic and Business Studies, 1–25. https://doi.org/10.1080/14765284.2024.2435227
2. Ekesiobi, C., Ogwu, S.O., Onwe, J.C., Ifebi, O., Emmanuel, P.M. and Ashibogwu, K.N. (2024), "Energy efficiency investment in a developing economy: financial development and debt status implication", International Journal of Energy Sector Management, Vol. ahead-of-print No. ahead-of-print. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJESM-12-2023-0002
3. Okere, K. I., Dimnwobi, S. K., Ekesiobi, C., & Onuoha, F. C. (2024). Pollution, governance, and women's work: Examining African female labour force participation in the face of environmental pollution and governance quality puzzles. In Women's Studies International Forum (Vol. 102, p. 102851). Pergamon. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.wsif.2023.102851
4. Ezenekwe, U. R., Okere, K. I., Dimnwobi, S. K., & Ekesiobi, C. (2023). Balancing the scales: Does public debt and energy poverty mitigate or exacerbate ecological distortions in Nigeria?. International Social Science Journal. https://doi.org/10.1111/issj.12465
5. Dimnwobi, S. K., Okere, K. I., Onuoha, F. C., Uzoechina, B. I., Ekesiobi, C., & Nwokoye, E. S. (2023). Energizing environmental sustainability in Sub-Saharan Africa: the role of governance quality in mitigating the environmental impact of energy poverty. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 30(45), 101761-101781. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11356-023-29541-2
6. Ibekilo, B., Ekesiobi, C., & Emmanuel, P. M. (2023). Heterogeneous assessment of urbanisation, energy consumption and environmental pollution in Africa: the role of regulatory quality. Economic Change and Restructuring, 56(6), 4421-4444. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10644-023-09559-9
7. Okere, K. I., Dimnwobi, S. K., Ekesiobi, C., & Onuoha, F. C. (2023). Turning the tide on energy poverty in sub-Saharan Africa: Does Public Debt Matter?. Energy, 282, 128365. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2023.128365
8. Onuoha, F. C., Dimnwobi, S. K., Okere, K. I., & Ekesiobi, C. (2023). Funding the green transition: governance quality, public debt, and renewable energy consumption in Sub-Saharan Africa. Utilities Policy, 82, 101574. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jup.2023.101574
9. Onuoha, F. C., Dimnwobi, S. K., Okere, K. I., & Ekesiobi, C. (2023). Sustainability burden or boost? examining the effect of public debt on renewable energy consumption in Sub-Saharan Africa. Energy Sources, Part B: Economics, Planning, and Policy, 18(1), 2214917. https://doi.org/10.1080/15567249.2023.2214917
10. Dimnwobi, S. K., Nwokoye, E. S., Igbanugo, C. I., Ekesiobi, C. S., & Asongu, S. A. (2023). Assessment of energy efficiency investment in Onitsha business cluster, Nigeria. International Journal of Energy Sector Management, 10.1108/IJESM-11-2021-0012.
11. Dimnwobi, S. K., Okere, K. I., Onuoha, F. C., & Ekesiobi, C. (2022). Energy poverty, environmental degradation and agricultural productivity in Sub-Saharan Africa. International Journal of Sustainable Development & World Ecology, 1-17.
12. Maduka, A. C., Ogwu, S. O., & Ekesiobi, C. S. (2022). Assessing the moderating effect of institutional quality on economic growth—carbon emission nexus in Nigeria. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 29(43), 64924-64938.
13. Dimnwobi, S. K., Madichie, C. V., Ekesiobi, C., & Asongu, S. A. (2022). Financial development and renewable energy consumption in Nigeria. Renewable Energy, Volume 192, Pages 668-677, ISSN 0960-1481, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.renene.2022.04.150.
14. Dimnwobi, S. K., Onuoha, F. C., Uzoechina, B. I., Ekesiobi, C. S., & Nwokoye, E. S. (2022). Does public capital expenditure reduce energy poverty? Evidence from Nigeria. International Journal of Energy Sector Management, 10.1108/IJESM-03-2022-0008.
15. Nwokoye, E., Igbanugo, C., Ekesiobi, C., and Dimnwobi, S. (2022). Fiscal Incentives and Tax Compliance Behaviour in Industrial Clusters: A Survey of Clusters in South-East Nigeria. Journal of African Business, DOI: 10.1080/15228916.2022.2031827
16. Okafor, S. N., Ekesiobi, C., Ifebi, O., Dimnwobi, S. K., and Asongu, S. A. (2021). Testing the triple deficit hypothesis for subâ€Saharan Africa: Implications for the African Continental Free Trade Area. African Development Review. doi.org/10.1111/1467-8268.12616
17. Ekesiobi, C. and Dimnwobi, S.K. (2021), Economic assessment of the Igbo entrepreneurship model for entrepreneurial development in Nigeria: evidence from clusters in Anambra state, International Journal of Entrepreneurial Behavior & Research, Vol. 27 No. 2, pp. 416-433. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJEBR-11-2019-0640
18. Dimnwobi, S. K., Ekesiobi, C., Madichie, C. V., and Asongu, S. A. (2021). Population Dynamics and Environmental Quality In Africa. Science of The Total Environment, 797, 149172. doi:10.1016/j.scitotenv.2021.1491
19. Ude, D.K, Madueme, I.S. and Ekesiobi, C.S (2018). Stabilisation Policies, Infrastructural Development and Industrialisation Process in Nigeria. The Nigerian Journal of Economic and Social Studies (Published by the Nigerian Economic Society) Vol 60 (2) pp 67 – 93
20. Ekesiobi, C.S, Ude, D.K and Nwokolo, C (2018). Industrial Clusters and Industrialisation in Nigeria: A Micro-Assessment of the Nnewi Automotive Component Industrial Cluster, Anambra State. The Nigerian Journal of Economic and Social Studies (Published by the Nigerian Economic Society) Vol 60 (3)
21. Dimnwobi, S.K., Nwokoye., E.S., Ekesiobi., C.S., and Igbanugo., C.I (2017). Transportation Infrastructure and diversification of Nigeria's Economy: Implications for the Developmental State. The Nigerian Journal of Economic and Social Studies (Published by the Nigerian Economic Society) Vol 57 (3)
22. Nwokoye., E.S., Oyim., A, Dimnwobi, S. K and Ekesiobi, C. S (2016). Socioeconomic Determinants of Information and Communication Technology Adoption Among Rice Farmers In Ebonyi State, Nigeria. The Nigerian Journal of Economic and Social Studies (Published by the Nigerian Economic Society) Vol 61 (3)
23. Ude, D. K. and Ekesiobi, C. S. (2015). Attaining Inclusive Growth Through Financial Inclusion and Poverty Alleviation in Nigeria: The Role of Microfinance Banks. The Nigerian Journal of Economic and Social Studies. Vol. 57(3) pp.467-497.
WEB AND INSTITUTION-BASED JOURNALS
24. Onyenwife, K. C., Ezeanyeji, C. I., & Ekesiobi, C. (2023). Public Debt and Economic Growth in Nigeria: A Consideration of New Evidence. Timisoara Journal of Economics and Business, 16(1), 1-24. DOI: https://doi.org/10.2478/tjeb-2023-0001
25. Okeke, C. T., Ifebi, O. E., & Ekesiobi, C. S. (2023). Financial Inclusion and Unemployment In Nigeria. Journal of Advanced Research in Economics and Administrative Sciences, 4(4), 28-47. https://doi.org/10.47631/jareas.v4i4.639
26. Okeke, F.C., Olisaemeka, C.B., Agu, O.A., Maduka, A.C., Ekesiobi, C. S. (2023). Remittances and Price Level Nexus in Nigeria: Post-COVID Economic Agenda. ANSU Journal of Arts and Social Sciences (ANSUJASS), 10 (1): 79-97. ISSN 2315-7178
27. Olisaemeka, C.B., Ekesiobi, C.S., Okafor, S.N. & Okoli, C. (2022). Impact of Imports on Inflation in Nigeria. Journal of Economics, Business and Social Research (JEBSR-COOU) Volume 4, No. 1. ISSN: 2360-8455
28. Udoka, C., Ekesiobi, C.S., Akamobi, O.G., & Onyenwife, K. (2022). Exchange Rate Misalignment and Foreign Direct Investment in Nigeria. Journal of Economics, Business and Social Research (JEBSR-COOU) Volume 4, No. 1. ISSN: 2360-8455
29. Ekesiobi, C.S, Dimnwobi, S.K, Chukwuemeka, D. E (2022). Fiscal Decentralization and the Functional Composition of Public Expenditure in Nigeria: Implications For Economic Growth. Journal of Economics, Business and Social Research (JEBSR-COOU) Volume 4, No. 2. ISSN: 2360-8455
30. Onyenwife, C.K., Ekesiobi, C. & Okoli, C.K. (2022). Public Debt and Standard of Living in Nigeria, ANSU Journal of Arts and Social Sciences (ANSUJASS), 9 (2): 79-97. ISSN 2315-7178
31. Orji, C.M., Ezeanyeji, C.I & Ekesiobi, C.S (2021). Exchange Rate and Manufacturing Sector Performance in Nigeria. Journal of Economics, Business and Social Research (JEBSR-COOU) Volume 3, No. 2. ISSN: 2360-8455
32. Omeile, A.B., Ekesiobi, C., Nnatuanya, F. & Offornedu, P.U. (2021). Monetary Policy and Tourism Sector Development in Nigeria. Journal of Economics, Business and Social Research (JEBSR-COOU) Volume 3, No. 2. ISSN: 2360-8455
33. Ibekilo, B., Ekesiobi, C., & Muhammed, P. E. (2021). Gridlock and Onitsha Metropolitan Economy: A Case for Strategic Shift. International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology. Volume 6, Issue 12, Pp 862 -873. ISSN No:-2456-2165
34. Ude, D.K, Ekesiobi, C.S, Ibekilo, C.B.N and Ifebi, O.E (2021). Manufacturing Capacity Utilisation and the Services Sector in the Nigerian Industrialisation Process. ANSU Journal of Arts and Social Sciences. Vol. 8. No. 1. Pp 1 - 17 ISSN 2315-7178
35. Chukwuemeka, D.E., Okafor S.N, Ekesiobi, C.S and Obegolu, C.C (2021). Electricity and the Fourth Industrial Revolution: Implications for the Nigerian Economy. Anambra State University Journal of Applied Economics, Vol 3 No 1. Pp 27 – 47. ISSN 2360-8455
36. Nnadozie, N., Mgbemena, E.M, Ekesiobi, C.S and Dimnwobi, K.S (2021). Deficit Financing Sources and Economic Growth in Nigeria. Anambra State University Journal of Applied Economics, Vol 3 No 1. Pp 62 – 102. ISSN 2360-8455
37. Nwabue, C.M, Nwokoye., E.S. and Ekesiobi., C.S (2019). Environmental Externalities from Electricity Generation in Nigeria: Evidence from Natural Gas and Solar PV Systems. ANSU Journal of Arts and Social Sciences. Vol. 7. No. 1. Pp 1 - 36 ISSN 2315-7178
38. Maduka, A. C., Madichie, C. V., and Ekesiobi, C. S. (2019). Impact of International Remittance Inflows on Nigeria's Trade Balances. Timisoara Journal of Economics and Business, 12(1), 1-16.
39. Ude, D. K. and Ekesiobi, C. S. (2018). Measuring the Volatility of Stock Returns in Nigeria. Journal of Sustainable Social and Management Sciences Vol. 1(1), pp. 94-111
40. Okoye, E. I., Nwoye, U. J., Ekesiobi, C., and Obiorah, J. (2018). Repositioning Democratic Governance in Nigeria: Implications on National Economy. Asian Journal of Economics, Business and Accounting, 1-20.
41. Nwokoye, E. S., Dimnwobi, S. K., Ekesiobi, C. S., and Obegolu, C. C. (2017). Power infrastructure and electricity in Nigeria: Policy considerations for economic welfare. KIU Journal of Humanities, 2(1), 5-17. ISSN 2522-2821. Available at: https://ijhumas.com/ojs/index.php/kiuhums/article/view/100
42. Nwoye, D., Ekesiobi, C.S, and Abiahu, M. F. C. (2017). Financial Disclosures X-Ray and Predictions: Professional Appropriateness to Creative Accounting Practices in Nigeria. Asian Journal of Economics, Business and Accounting, 4(1), 1-14.
43. Okosa, N.U., Ekesiobi, C.S., Oguanobi, C.R and Ifebi. O.E (2017). Economics of Food Security in Sub-Saharan Africa: Implication for Sustainable Development. ANSU Journal of Arts and Social Sciences. Vol. 5. No. 2. Pp 1 - 26 ISSN 2315-7178
44. Nwoye, D., Abiahu, M. F. C., Obiorah, J., and Ekesiobi, C.S. (2017). Nigerian Banks and Global Ranking: The IFRS Compliance Impact, The Nigerian Accountant, April/June, 1-37.
45. Ekesiobi, C.S, Dimnwobi, S.K, Ifebi, O.E and Ibekilo, B.N (2016). Public Sector Education Investment and Manufacturing Output in Nigeria: Empirics and Policy Options. Public Policy and Administration Research 6 (7). Pp 95 – 106. ISSN 2224-5731 (Paper) ISSN 2225-0972 (Online)
46. Obi, U. C, Ekesiobi, C. S, Dimnwobi, S. K and Mgbemena, E. M (2016). Government Education Spending and Education Outcome in Nigeria. International Journal of Economics, Finance and Management Sciences, 4 (4). Pp 23 - 234 DOI: 10.11648/j.ijefm.20160404.18 ISSN 2326-9553 (Print); ISSN 2326-9561 (Online)
47. Oguanobi, C. R, Nzeribe, G.E and Ekesiobi, C.S (2016). Export promotion in Nigeria: Has the impact of banking sector reforms been felt? The Journal of Economic Sciences: Theory and Practice, 73 (2). Pp 27 – 41. ISSN 2220-8739
48. Nwoye, U. J, Ekesiobi, C.S, Obiorah, J and Chidoziem A, M (2016). Inclusive Application of SAS No. 99 in the Effective Deterrence of Fraudulent Financial Reporting in Nigeria: Perception of Professional Accountants in Practice, Industries and Academics. The Nigerian Accountant (Official Journal of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria) Vol. 49, No. 4. Pp 42 - 48 ISSN 0048-0371
49. Maduka, A. C, Madichie, C.V and Ekesiobi, C.S (2016). Health Care Expenditure, Health Outcomes, and Economic Growth Nexus in Nigeria: A Toda – Yamamoto Causality Approach. Unified Journal of Economics and International Finance. 2(1) 2016 pp. 001-010.
50. Obegolu, C.C, Ekesiobi, C.S, Mgbemena, E.M, Dimnwobi, S.K and Okosa, N. U (2016). Economic Analysis of the Determinants of Money Supply in Nigeria. International Journal of Economics and Society. Vol. 2 No.6. Pp 68 - 82 ISSN 2376-3973 (Print) ISSN 2377-8881 (Online)
51. Oguanobi, C. R, Aniebo, C, Akamobi, A. A and Ekesiobi, C. S (2016). World Trade Organisation and the Dynamics of Trade between Nigeria and the Euro Area. NG-Journal of Social Development. Vol 5. No. 3. Pp 52 - 59 ISSN 0189-5958 (Online)
52. Dimnwobi, S. K and Ekesiobi, C. S (2016). Creativity and Competitiveness in Nigeria: An Economic Discourse. Human Resource Management Journal of Nigeria. Vol. 8 No.1. Pp 56 - 67 2016 ISSN 0795-7424
53. Dimnwobi, S. K, Ekesiobi, C. S and Mgbemena, E. M (2016). Creativity, Innovation and Competitiveness in Nigeria: An Economic Exploration. International Journal of Academic Research in Economics and Management Sciences. Vol. 5, No. 3. Pp 29 - 52 ISSN 2226-3624 DOI: 10.6007/IJAREMS/v5-i3/2242
54. Dimnwobi, S. K, Ekesiobi, C. S and Ude, D. K (2016). Knowledge Economy and Competitiveness in Nigeria: Implications and Policy Options. Journal of Economic Studies (JES). Vol 13. No. 1. Pp 1 - 24 ISSN 1119-2259
55. Ekesiobi, C.S, Ibekilo, C.B.N, Ifebi, O.E and Ude, D.K (2016). Expanding the Nigerian Energy Mix Through Nuclear Power: Challenges and Prospects for Sustainable Development. Nigerian Journal of Energy and Environmental Economics. Vol 8. No 1. Pp 1 – 40.
56. Ekesiobi, C. S, Akamobi, A. A, Ibekilo, B. N and Obi, C. O (2016). Investigating Government Sectoral Spending and Economic Growth: Empirical Evidence from Nigeria. Journal of Research on Humanities and Social Sciences Vol. 6 No.12. ISSN 2224-5766 (Print) ISSN 2225-0484 (Online)
57. Ekesiobi, C. S, Ifebi, O. E, Ezeanyeji, C. I and Agu, A. O (2016). Analysis of Savings and Private Capital Formation in Nigeria. Journal of Research on Humanities and Social Sciences. Vol. 6 No.12. Pp 104 – 110 ISSN 2224-5766 (Print) ISSN 2225-0484 (Online)
58. Ekesiobi, C. S, Maduka, A. C, Onwuteaka, I. C and Akamobi.O. G (2016). Modelling Non – Oil Exports and Foreign Reserves in Nigeria. Journal of Developing Country Studies. Vol. 6 No. 6. Pp 126 – 132. ISSN 2224-607X (Print) ISSN 2225-0565 (Online)
59. Ekesiobi,C. S, Oguanobi, C. R, Mgbemena, E. M and Ugwunna, O. T (2016). An Examination of External Shocks and Government Revenue in Nigeria. Journal of Developing Country Studies. Vol. 6 No. 6. Pp 119 - 125 ISSN 2224-607X (Print) ISSN 2225-0565 (Online)
60. Nnadi, K. U, Dimnwobi, S. K, Nwokoye, E. S, Osigwe, A. C and Ekesiobi, C. S (2016). Socio-Economic Determinants of Academic Performances in Aguata Local Government Area, Anambra State. Journal of Economics and Sustainable Development. Vol.7, No.10. Pp 188 - 199 ISSN 2222-1700 (Paper) ISSN 2222-2855 (Online)
61. Ugochukwu, J. N, Ekesiobi, C. S and Obiorah, J (2016). Influence of Culture on Nigerian SMEs Compliance Attitude to IFRS for SMEs. Journal of Culture, Society and Development. Vol 15. No. 1. Pp 19 – 26. ISSN 2422-8400
62. Ekesiobi, C.S, Madubueze, M.C and Ude, D.K (2015). Governance and Insecurity in Nigeria: Implications for Sustainable Development. ANSU Journal of Arts and Social Sciences. Vol. 4. No. 1. Pp 1 - 144 ISSN 2315-7178
63. Ibekilo, C.B.N, Ifebi.O.E and Ekesiobi, C.S (2015). Health Security and the Economics of Ebola Epidemic in Sub-Saharan Africa: Implications and Policy Options for Nigeria. ANSU Journal of Arts and Social Sciences. Vol. 4. No. 1. Pp 130 - 145 ISSN 2315-7178
64. Ekesiobi C.S, Dimnwobi S.K, Mgbemena E.M and Obegolu, C.C (2015). SURE-P Graduate Internship Scheme and Employment Generation among youths of Anambra State: Evidence from Selected Local Government Areas. Journal of Economic Studies (JES). Vol 12. No. 1. Pp 1 - 14 ISSN 1119-2259
65. Ugwuja, A.A, Ibekilo.C.B.N and Ekesiobi, C.S (2015). Selective Cooperation in the Global South: Implications for Nigeria’s International Economic Relations, 2000 – 2010. Journal of Research on Humanities and Social Sciences. Vol. 5 No. 10. Pp 20 - 35 ISSN 2224-5766 (Print) ISSN 2225-0484 (Online)
66. Nwoye, U. J, Obiorah, J. N and Ekesiobi, C.S (2015). Assessing the Risk of Fraud in Published IFRS and Nigerian GAAP Financial Reports: A Comparative Application of the Beneish Models. IUP Journal of Accounting Research and Audit Practices. Vol. XIV, No. 1. Pp 21 - 42 ISSN 0972-690X
67. Nwoye, U. J, Obiorah, J. N and Ekesiobi, C.S (2015). Effect of Nigeria Macroeconomic Environment on the Performance of the National Economy: Implications. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences. Vol. 5, No. 7. Pp 42 - 51 ISSN 2222-6990 DOI: 10.6007/IJARBSS/v5-i7/1708
68. Nwoye, U.J, Ekesiobi, C.S and Ezenwafor, C. E (2015). Translation of Nigeria Economic performance on the nation’s Unemployment terrain: Effects and implications. Scholars Journal of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. Vol 3. No. 4A: Pp 888-894 ISSN 2347-5374 (Online) ISSN 2347-9493 (Print)
69. Madichie, C.V, Maduka, A.C, Oguanobi.C.R and Ekesiobi, C.S (2014). Financial Development and Economic Growth in Nigeria: A Reconsideration of Empirical Evidence. Journal of Economics and Sustainable Development. Vol.5, No.28. Pp 199 - 208 ISSN 2222-1700 (Paper) ISSN 2222-2855(Online)
70. Ude, D. K and Ekesiobi, C. S (2014). Effect of Per Capita Health Spending on Child Mortality in Nigeria. International Journal of Innovative Research & Development. Vol. 3(9). Pp 1 – 4. ISSN 2278-0211 http://www.ijird.com/index.php/ijird/article/view/52398/42078
71. Ude, D. K and Ekesiobi C. S (2014). Domestic Debt and Private Investment in Nigeria. International Journal of Scientific Research and Education, Vol 2(8), Pp 1533 - 1540 2321-7545. http://ijsae.in/ijsaeems/index.php/ijsae/article/view/326-698-1-PB.Pdf
72. Ude, D. K and Ekesiobi C. S (2014). Panel Investigation of States Social Spending and Social Outcome: Perspective of Education in Nigeria. International Journal of Economics, Finance and Management, Vol. 3(5). Pp 244 - 254 ISSN 2307-2466 http://www.ejournalofbusiness.org/archive/vol3no5/vol3no5_4.pdf
73. Ibekilo, C.B.N, Ekesiobi.C.S and Mgbemena, E.M (2014). Privatization as a Sine Qua Non to Nigerian Energy Sector Crisis. Anambra State University Journal of Applied Economics, Vol 2 No 2. Pp 9 – 16 ISSN 2360-8455
74. Ekesiobi, C.S, Ibekilo, C.B.N, Ifebi, O.E and Dieli, O.J (2011). Dynamics of Foreign Trade and Trade Relation Problems: Policy Options for Nigeria. African Research Review an International Multi-Disciplinary Journal, Ethiopia Vol. 5 (1). Pp 40 - 56 ISSN 1994-9057 (Print) ISSN 2070-0083 (Online)
75. Ekesiobi, C.S and Ibekilo, C.B.N (2010). Accelerating Industrial Development Financing in Nigeria: The Role of Commercial Banks. Lagos Journal of Entrepreneurship and Technology, Vol. 1 No. 4. Pp 21 -33 ISSN 2006-3709
76. Ekesiobi, C.S, Ibekilo, C.B.N and Ifebi, O.E (2010). Achievement of the Millennium Development Goals in Nigeria: The Role of Commercial Banks. Knowledge Builders Multidisciplinary Journal for Advancement of Scholarship. Vol. 5 No. 1. Pp 161 -167 ISSN 1602-1143
(b) Conferences Proceedings (Published)
1. Chukwujekwu, I., Awele, S., Ejike, J.P., Okafor, S.N., Ibekilo, C.B.N., and Ekesiobi, C.S. (2021). Impact of Electricity Access on Price Level in Nigeria. Nigerian Association for Energy Economics. 14th NAEE/IAEE Annual International Conference. July 23-26, 2021. Pp 29-47
2. Maduka, A.C., Akunna, N., Ekesiobi, C.S., Okafor, S.N., and Chukwuemeka, D.E. (2021). Modelling Environment and Economic Growth Nexus in Nigeria: A Test of the Green Solow Model. Nigerian Association for Energy Economics. 14th NAEE/IAEE Annual International Conference. July 23-26, 2021. Pp 291-330
3. Onochie-Dieli, C., Obialor, I., Okoroji, C., Chukwuemeka, D.E., Ekesiobi, C.S., and Ifebi, O.E. (2021). Impact of Rural Electrification on Rural Unemployment Incidence in Nigeria. Nigerian Association for Energy Economics. 14th NAEE/IAEE Annual International Conference. July 23-26, 2021. Pp 331-342
4. Ude, D. K., and Ekesiobi, C. S. (2018). Fiscal Policy and Value addition in Agricultural Output in Nigeria. The Nigerian Economic Society. 59th Annual Conference. September 25-27, 2018. Pp 93-124
5. Ekesiobi C. S., Ude, D. K., Madueme, S. and Nwokolo C. (2017). Energy Labels and End-use Efficiency: A study of selected households in Awka, Anambra state. Nigerian Association for Energy Economics. 10th NAEE/IAEE Annual International Conference. April 23-26, 2017. Pp 32-65
6. Ude, D. K., Anumudu, C. N. and Ekesiobi, C. S. (2016). Analysis of Macroeconomic Policy and Diversification of the Nigerian Economy. The Nigerian Economic Society. 57th Annual Conference. September 27-29, 2016. Pp 117-153
7. Chukwuemeka, D.E, Ekesiobi,C.S, Mgbemena, E.M, Ifebi, O.E., Ibekilo, C.B.N., and Oguanobi, C.R. (2016). Improving Competitiveness and Increasing Economic Diversification in Nigeria: the Role of ICT. The Nigerian Economic Society. 57th Annual Conference. September 27-29, 2016. Pp 336 – 374
8. Dimnwobi, S.K., Nwokoye, E.S, Ekesiobi, C.S and Obegolu, C.C. (2016). Power infrastructure and electricity demand in Nigeria: Challenges and prospects. Nigerian Association for Energy Economics. 9th NAEE/IAEE Annual International Conference. April 25-26, 2016. Pp 49 – 74.
9. Ude, D. K., Mgbemena, E. M. and Ekesiobi, C. S. (2016). Natural Gas and Renewable Energy Development Patterns and Potentials in Nigeria. Nigerian Association for Energy Economics. 9th NAEE/IAEE Annual International Conference. April 25-26, 2016. Pp 21-45
10. Dimnwobi, K., Ekesiobi, C., and Ude, D. K. (2018). Decentralising Energy Governance for Improved Energy Security in Nigeria. NAEE Energy Forum 6th Edition. Pp 39 - 41
11. Ekesiobi, C., Ude, D. K. and Dimnwobi, K. (2017). Mainstreaming Nuclear Energy in the Nigerian Energy Mix: Implications for Sustainable Development. NAEE Energy Forum 5th Edition. Pp 19 – 21
(c) Book Chapters
1. Ekesiobi, C.S, Umenweke, M.N, Alumona, I.M, Madubueze, M.H.C, Nwankwo, J. O., Etodike, C.N.E. (2021). Health Security and Contemporary Issues on COVID-19 Experience in Nigeria: A multidisciplinary Inquiry. in Umenweke, M.N, Alumona, I.M, Madubueze, M.H.C, Nwankwo, J. O., Ekesiobi, C.S and Etodike, C.N.E. (eds) Contemporary Issues on COVID-19 Experiences in Nigeria. John Archers Publishers, Ibadan
2. Onyekwelu, R.U. and Ekesiobi, C.S, (2019). The Nigerian Environment: Features, Demography, Topography and Statistics. in Onyekwelu, R.U. and Ekesiobi, C.S. (eds) Nigerian Peoples and Culture. Gostak Printing and Publishing Co Ltd : Enugu, Nigeria.
3. Ekesiobi, C.S, and Ugwuoke, U.E (2019). Perspectives on Economic Growth and Development in Nigeria. in Onyekwelu, R.U. and Ekesiobi, C.S. (eds) Nigerian Peoples and Culture. Gostak Printing and Publishing Co Ltd : Enugu, Nigeria.
4. Ekesiobi, C. S. (2016). Basic Tools for Economic Analysis: Concepts and Applications. in Mgbemena, E.M, Ibekilo, C.B.N, Oguanobi, C.R and Ekesiobi, C.S (eds) Economics: Basics Concepts and Principles. Nigeria. Oktek Publishers, Enugu.
5. Ekesiobi, C. S. (2016). Theory of Supply. in Mgbemena, E.M, Ibekilo, C.B.N, Oguanobi, C.R and Ekesiobi, C.S (eds) Economics: Basics Concepts and Principles. Nigeria. Oktek Publishers, Enugu.
6. Ekesiobi, C. S and Ifebi, O. E (2016). Index Numbers. in Mgbemena, E.M, Ibekilo, C.B.N, Oguanobi, C.R and Ekesiobi, C.S (eds) Economics: Basics Concepts and Principles. Nigeria. Oktek Publishers, Enugu.
(d) Textbooks
1. Ifebi, O.E., Mgbemena, E.M., Ibekilo, C.B.N, and Ekesiobi, C. S. (2018). Mathematical Applications in Economics. Perfect Image Publishers, Onitsha Nigeria.
2. Ibekilo, C.B.N, Ifebi, O.E and Ekesiobi, C. S. (2017). Political Economy of the South: A Classical Approach. Ur Excellency Prints, Awka, Nigeria
3. Ude, D. K. and Ekesiobi, C. S. (2017). Macroeconomics: Theory and Applications. Homage Prints, Aba, Nigeria.
4. Ude, D. K. and Ekesiobi, C. S. (2016). Microeconomics: Theory and Applications. Adonai Press, Nigeria.
(e) Unpublished Research
• PhD Thesis: Energy Efficiency, Transition, and Quality of Life in Nigeria (2024). Department of Economics, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Enugu State.
• MSc Dissertation: Fiscal Policy and Private Investment in Africa: A Test of the Crowding-Out Hypothesis (2013). Department of Economics, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Enugu State.
• BSc Project: Contribution of Commercial Banks to the Nigerian Industrial Sector (2008). Department of Economics, Anambra State Univerisity, Anambra State.
CONFERENCES AND LEARNED SOCIETY ACTIVITIES
(a) Conferences
1. Ekesiobi, C.S., Emmanuel, P.M., Ude. D.K., & Mba. I, (2024) Promoting Eco-Conscious Practices: An Assessment of the Environmental Consequences of Financial Development and Entrepreneurship in Nigeria. Paper presented at The Nigeria Association of Energy Economics NAEE/IAEE 17th Annual International Conference, Abuja, 20th – 22th October, 2024. Theme: The Energy, Economy, and Environment Nexus: Imperative for Good Governance and Sustainable Development.
2. Ekesiobi, C.S., Ebenebe, O.E., Akamobi, O.G., Umeh, S.A., & Nwafor, C. (2024). Between Sustainable Energy and Unsustainable Prices: threshold effect of Institutional quality in the Inflation and Energy Transition Nexus in Nigeria. Paper presented at The Nigeria Association of Energy Economics NAEE/IAEE 17th Annual International Conference, Abuja, 20th – 22th October, 2024. Theme: The Energy, Economy, and Environment Nexus: Imperative for Good Governance and Sustainable Development.
3. Ekesiobi, C. S., Omeje, A. N., & Ebenebe , O. E. (2024) Mitigating Economic Misery in Nigeria: The Role of Energy Transition and Institutional Quality. Paper presented at the Nigerian Economic Society (NES) 65th Annual Conference, Abuja, 3rd-5th September 2024. Theme: ‘Socio-Economic Development in Nigeria: Imperatives, Implications and Impacts’
4. Ekesiobi, C. S., Onwe, J.C., Emmanuel, P.M., Ogwu, S.O., & Ude, D.K. (2024) Governance and Clean Energy Pathways for Transforming Africa: The Moderating Role of Government Effectiveness in The Energy Transition – Economic Transformation Nexus. Paper presented at the Nigerian Economic Society (NES) 65th Annual Conference, Abuja, 3rd-5th September 2024. Theme: ‘Socio-Economic Development in Nigeria: Imperatives, Implications and Impacts’
5. Ekesiobi, C.S., Emmanuel, P.M., & Chukwuemeka, D.E (2023). Towards Net-Zero Energy 2050: Fiscal Vulnerability and Energy Transition in Nigeria. Paper presented at the 64th Annual Conference of the Nigerian Economic Society, Abuja, 10th – 12th October, 2023. Theme: Building Resilience for Transformational Recovery.
6. Ekesiobi, C., Ogwu, S.O., Onwe, J.C., Ifebi, O., Emmanuel, P.M. and Ashibogwu, K.N. (2022), Assessing the Impact of Financial Development and Debt Status on Energy Efficiency in Nigeria. Paper presented at the 63rd Annual Conference of the Nigerian Economic Society, Abuja, 26th – 30th September, 2022. Theme: Fiscal Sustainability and Policy Response for Economic Recovery in Nigeria
7. Onochie-Dieli, C., Obialor, I., Okoroji, C., Chukwuemeka, D.E., Ekesiobi, C.S., and Ifebi, O.E. (2021). Impact of Rural Electrification on Rural Unemployment Incidence in Nigeria. Paper presented at The Nigeria Association of Energy Economics NAEE/IAEE 14th Annual International Conference, Abuja, 25th – 28th July, 2021. Theme: Strategic Responses of Energy Sector to COVID-19 Impacts on African Economies.
8. Okeke, F. C., Olisaemeka, C. B., Agu, A.O, Maduka, A. C., and Ekesiobi, C. S. (2021). Remittances and Price Level Nexus in Nigeria: Post-COVID Economic Agenda. Paper presented at the 6th Conference of Faculty of Social Science, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, 9th - 12th July, 2019. Paper presented at the 5th Conference of Faculty of Social Science, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, 30th June - 1th July, 2021. Theme: Social Media and Security Issues in Post-COVID 19 Era in Africa.
9. Okeke, C., Chukwujekwu, I., Stanley, A., Okafor, S., Ibekilo, C.B.N, and Ekesiobi, C.S (2021). Impact of Electricity Access on Price level in Nigeria. Paper presented at The Nigeria Association of Energy Economics NAEE/IAEE 14th Annual International Conference, Abuja, 25th – 28th July, 2021. Theme: Strategic Responses of Energy Sector to COVID-19 Impacts on African Economies.
10. Ekesiobi, C.S., Madichie, C.V. and Dimnwobi, S.K. (2020). Assessment of macroeconomic resilience and social vulnerability in sub-Saharan Africa. Paper presented at the 62nd Annual Conference of the Nigerian Economic Society, Abuja, 26th – 29th October, 2023. Theme: Global Uncertainties and Policy Interventions for Macroeconomic Stability In Africa
11. Okafor, S.N., Ekesiobi, C.S., Ifebi, O.E., and Dimnwobi, S.K. (2020). Testing the triple deficit hypothesis for sub-Saharan Africa: Implications for AfCTA. Paper presented at the 61st Annual Conference of the Nigerian Economic Society, Abuja, 7th – 10th September, 2020
12. Nwokoye, E.S., Igbanugo, I.C., Ekesiobi, C.S. and Dimnwobi, S.K (2020). Fiscal incentives and tax compliance behaviour in industrial clusters: A survey of clusters in south-east Nigeria. Paper presented at the 3rd annual conference of the International centre for tax and development/Nigerian Tax Research Network, December 5th and 6th, 2019.
13. Ekesiobi, C.S., Okafor, S.N., Dimnwobi, S.K., Chukwuemeka, D.E and Ifebi, O.E. (2019). Glocalizing the Nigerian Electricity sector for the fourth industrial revolution: Implications for sustainable development. Paper presented at the 5th Conference of Faculty of Social Science, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, 9th - 12th July, 2019. Paper presented at the 5th Conference of Faculty of Social Science, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, 9th - 12th July, 2019. Theme: Glocalising the African Society for Sustainable Development.
14. Nwabue, C.M, Nwokoye., E.S. and Ekesiobi., C.S (2019). Environmental Externalities from Electricity Generation in Nigeria: Evidence from Natural Gas and Solar PV Systems. Paper presented at the 5th Conference of Faculty of Social Science, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, 9th - 12th July, 2019. Theme: Glocalising the African Society for Sustainable Development.
15. Nwabue, C.M, Nwokoye., E.S. and Ekesiobi., C.S (2019). The Uncompensated cost of Electricity Generation in Nigeria: Evidence from Natural Gas and Solar PV Systems. Paper presented at the 5th Conference of Faculty of Social Science, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, 9th - 12th July, 2019. Theme: Glocalising the African Society for Sustainable Development.
16. Akaogu., C, Asomugha. I, Anozie, O., Ekesiobi, C.S and Maduka, A.C (2019). Energy Saving Behaviour Adoption among Tertiary Level Students in Anambra State. Paper presented at The Nigeria Association of Energy Economics NAEE/IAEE 11th Annual International Conference, Abuja, 14th – 16th April, 2019. Theme: Energy Efficiency and Access Imperatives for Sustainable Development in Emerging Economies.
17. Okafor., S. N, Ichoku., H.E. and Ekesiobi, C.S (2018). Determinants of Rice Production In Anambra State, Nigeria. Paper presented at the 59th Annual conference of the Nigerian Economic Society (NES), Abuja. September 25-27, 2018
18. Ugwuja, A.A, and Ekesiobi, C.S (2018). “We were neither Sleeping nor Slumberingâ€: Pre-Colonial Economic Thought of the Igbo of Southeastern Nigeria. Paper presented at: YSI Africa Convening, University of Zimbabwe, Harare. 16 – 18 August, 2018.
19. Ekesiobi, C.S., Dimnwobi, S.K., Okafor, S.N and Chukwuemeka, D.E (2018). Electricity sector restructuring and competitiveness of the Nigerian industrial sector. Paper presented at the 4th Conference of Faculty of Social Science, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, 24th - 25th May, 2018. Theme: Restructuring for Development in Nigeria.
20. Ekesiobi, C.S and Ude, D.K (2018). Fiscal Policy and Value Addition in Agricultural Output In Nigeria. Paper presented at the 59th Annual conference of the Nigerian Economic Society (NES), Abuja. September 25-27, 2018
21. Ekesiobi, C.S and Ude, D.K (2018). Eco-Labels and Sustainable Consumption of White Goods By Households In Awka, Anambra State. Paper presented at the 11th International Conference of the Nigeria Association of Energy Economics/International Association of Energy Economics in Abuja, 22nd - 24th April, 2018. Theme: New Era in Global Energy Landscape: Implications for an Emerging Economy.
22. Dimnwobi, S.K, Nwokoye, E.S, Ekesiobi, C.S and Igbanugo, I.C. (2018). Determinants of investment in energy efficiency by selected firms in Onitsha business clusters. Paper presented at the 11th International Conference of the Nigeria Association of Energy Economics/International Association of Energy Economics in Abuja, 22nd - 24th April, 2018. Theme: New Era in Global Energy Landscape: Implications for an Emerging Economy.
23. Nnadozie, N., Mgbemena, M., Ekesiobi, C.S and Dimnwobi, S.K. (2018). Deficit financing sources and economic growth in Nigeria. Paper presented at the 42nd Annual National Statistical Conference of the Nigerian Statistical Association held at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, 5th - 7th September 2018. Theme: Statistics for Economic Recovery, Growth and Sustainability.
24. Ude, D. K, and Ekesiobi, C.S (2018). Electricity and Gas Trading: Implication for Growth and Development in Sub-Saharan Africa. Paper presented at the 11th International Conference of the Nigeria Association of Energy Economics/International Association of Energy Economics in Abuja, 22nd - 24th April, 2018. Theme: New Era in Global Energy Landscape: Implications for an Emerging Economy.
25. Chukwuemeka, D.E., Okafor, S.N., Ekesiobi, C.S., and Obegolu, C.C. (2018). Electricity and the fourth industrial revolution: Implications for the Nigerian Economy. Paper presented at the 11th International Conference of the Nigeria Association of Energy Economics/International Association of Energy Economics in Abuja, 22nd - 24th April, 2018. Theme: New Era in Global Energy Landscape: Implications for an Emerging Economy.
26. Ekesiobi, C.S and Ude, D.K (2017). Energy Labels and End-Use Efficiency: A Study of Selected Households In Awka, Anambra State. Paper presented at The Nigeria Association of Energy Economics NAEE/IAEE 10th Annual International Conference, Abuja, 23rd – 26th April, 2017. Theme: Energy Economy and Environment: The Interplay of Technology, Economics and Public Policy.
27. Ude, D.K., and Ekesiobi, C.S (2017). Investigation of Energy Poverty, Accessibility and Subsidy in Energy Abundant Nigeria. Paper presented at The Nigeria Association of Energy Economics NAEE/IAEE 10th Annual International Conference, Abuja, 23rd – 26th April, 2017. Theme: Energy Economy and Environment: The Interplay of Technology, Economics and Public Policy.
28. Dimnwobi, S.K., Osigwe, A.C., Ekesiobi, C.S and Nwokoye, E.S (2017). Promoting energy security through decentralized energy governance in Nigeria. Paper presented at the 10th International Conference of the Nigeria Association of Energy Economics/International Association of Energy Economics in Abuja, 23th - 26th April, 2017.
29. Obegolu, .C., Okosa, .N., Ekesiobi, .C.. Ifebi, .O and Dimnwobi, .S.K. (2017). Improved power supply through diversified generation mix: Bedrock for industrial growth in Nigeria. Paper presented at the 58th Annual Conference of the Nigerian Economic Society, Abuja, 25th - 29th September, 2017. Theme: Imperatives of Industrialisation in Nigeria.
30. Ude, D.K, Madueme, I.S. and Ekesiobi, C.S (2017). Stabilisation Policies, Infrastructural Development and Industrialisation Process in Nigeria. Paper presented at the 58th Annual Conference of the Nigerian Economic Society, Abuja, 25th - 29th September, 2017. Theme: Imperatives of Industrialisation in Nigeria.
31. Ude, D.K, and Ekesiobi, C.S (2017). Capacity Utilisation and the Role of Services Sector in Industrialisation Process in Nigeria. Paper presented at the 58th Annual Conference of the Nigerian Economic Society, Abuja, 25th - 29th September, 2017. Theme: Imperatives of Industrialisation in Nigeria.
32. Ekesiobi, C.S, Ude, D.K and Nwokolo, C (2017). Industrial Clusters and Industrialisation in Nigeria: A Micro-Assessment of the Nnewi Automotive Component Industrial Cluster, Anambra State. Paper presented at the 58th Annual Conference of the Nigerian Economic Society, Abuja, 25th - 29th September, 2017. Theme: Imperatives of Industrialisation in Nigeria.
33. Dimnwobi, S.K., Ekesiobi, C.S and Ozoh, J.N. (2017). Competitiveness and diversification as a panacea for economic recession in Nigeria. Paper presented at the 3rd Conference of Faculty of Social Science, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, 9th - 12th August, 2017. Theme: Contending with the Challenges of Development in an Era of Recession.
34. Ekesiobi, C.S., and Ude, D.K. (2017) International Debt Management Trends in an Era of Economic Recession. Policy Options for Nigeria. Paper presented at the 3rd Conference of Faculty of Social Science, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, 9th - 12th August, 2017. Theme: Contending with the Challenges of Development in an Era of Recession.
35. Mgbemena, E.M., Oguanobi, C.R., and Ekesiobi, C.S. (2017). Managing Economic Recession: The Role of Fiscal Rules. Paper presented at the 3rd Conference of Faculty of Social Science, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, 9th - 12th August, 2017. Theme: Contending with the Challenges of Development in an Era of Recession.
36. Dimnwobi, S.K., Nwokoye, E.S, Ekesiobi, C.S and Obegolu, C.C. (2016). Power infrastructure and electricity demand in Nigeria: Challenges and prospects. Paper presented at the 9th International Conference of the Nigeria Association of Energy Economics/International Association of Energy Economics in Abuja, 25th - 26th April, 2016. Theme: Energising Emerging Economies: The Role of Natural Gas and Renewable Energy.
37. Dimnwobi, S.K, Nwokoye, E.S, Ekesiobi, C.S and Okosa, U.N. (2016). Transportation Infrastructure and diversification of Nigerian economy: Implications for the developmental state. Paper presented at the 57th Annual Conference of the Nigerian Economic Society, Abuja, 27th – 29th September, 2016
38. Okosa, U.N, Ekesiobi, C.S, Dimnwobi, S.K, Maduka, A.C and Ibekilo, B.N. (2016). E-Commerce as a catalyst for the diversification of the Nigerian economy. Paper presented at the 57th Annual Conference of the Nigerian Economic Society, Abuja, 27th – 29th September, 2016. Theme: The Developmental State and Diversification of the Nigerian Economy.
39. Nnadi, K.U, Dimnwobi, S.K, Nwokoye, E.S and Ekesiobi, C.S. (2016). Socio-economic determinants of gender-based academic performances in Anambra state. Paper presented at the Institute of Women, Gender and Development Studies, 5th Annual International Conference, FUTO, Owerri, 22nd – 25th February, 2016. Theme: Gender and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Issues and Challenges.
40. Chukwuemeka, D.E, Ekesiobi,C.S, Mgbemena, E.M, Oguanobi, C.R and Ibekilo, C.B.N (2016). Improving Competitiveness and Increasing Economic Diversification in Nigeria: the Role of ICT. Paper presented at the 57th Annual conference of the Nigerian Economic Society (NES), Abuja. Theme: The Developmental State and Diversification of the Nigerian Economy.
41. Ude, D. K, Charles, A. and Ekesiobi, C.S (2016). Analysis of Macroeconomic Policy and Diversification of the Nigeria Economy. Paper presented at the 57th Annual conference of the Nigerian Economic Society (NES), Abuja. Theme: The Developmental State and Diversification of the Nigerian Economy.
42. Dimnwobi, S.K, Nwokoye, E. S, Ekesiobi, C.S and Okosa, N. U (2016). Transportation Infrastructure and Diversification of the Nigerian Economy: Implications for the Developmental State. Paper presented at the 57th Annual conference of the Nigerian Economic Society (NES), Abuja. Theme: The Developmental State and Diversification of the Nigerian Economy.
43. Ekesiobi, C.S, Ibekilo, C.B.N, Ifebi, O.E and Ude, D.K (2016). Expanding the Nigerian Energy Mix Through Nuclear Power: Issues, Prospects and Implications For Sustainable Development. Paper presented at The Nigeria Association of Energy Economics NAEE/IAEE 9th Annual International Conference, Abuja. 25th - 26th April, 2016. Theme: Energising Emerging Economies: The Role of Natural Gas and Renewable Energy.
44. Ude, D.K, Mgbemena, E.M and Ekesiobi, C.S (2016). Natural Gas and Renewable Energy Development Patterns and Potentials in Nigeria. Paper presented at The Nigeria Association of Energy Economics NAEE/IAEE 9th Annual International Conference, Abuja.
45. Ekesiobi, C.S, Ibekilo, C.B.N, Ifebi, O.E and Ude, D.K (2015). Social Inclusion and Planning For Persons with Disability in Nigeria: Strategic Issues and Policy Options. Paper presented at the 56th Annual conference of the Nigerian Economic Society (NES), Abuja. 11th – 14th October, 2015. Theme: Attaining Inclusive Growth in Nigeria: Prospects and Challenges.
46. Ude, D.K and Ekesiobi, C.S (2015). Attaining Inclusive Growth through Financial Inclusion and Poverty Alleviation in Nigeria: The Role of Microfinance Banks. Paper presented at the 56th Annual conference of the Nigerian Economic Society (NES), Abuja. 11th – 14th October, 2015. Theme: Attaining Inclusive Growth in Nigeria: Prospects and Challenges.
47. Mgbemena, E.M, Akamobi, A.A, Oguanobi, C.R, Ibekilo, C.B.N and Ekesiobi, C.S (2015). Food Security Challenge in Africa and the Missing Infrastructure Link. Paper presented at the 2nd International Interdisciplinary Conference on Global Initiatives for Integrated Development (IIC-GIID), Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University.
48. Mgbemena, E.M and Ekesiobi, C.S (2015). Advancing Nigerian Women’s Financial Inclusion: The Role of Microfinance Banks. Paper presented at the 1st Conference on Microfinance and Enterprise Development by Lift Above Poverty Organisation Group (LAPO Institute), Benin City. 6th – 7th July, 2015. Theme: Microfinance, Social Inclusion and National Development.
49. Ekesiobi, C.S, Ibekilo, C.B.N and Ifebi, O.E (2014). Health Security and the Economics of Ebola Epidemic in Sub-Sahara Africa: Implications and Policy Options for Nigeria. Paper presented at the 2nd International Conference by the Faculty of the Social Sciences, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Anambra State. Theme: Peace Building, Security and Sustainable Development.
50. Ekesiobi, C.S and Madubueze, M.C (2014). Good Governance and Insecurity in Nigeria: Implications for Sustainable Development. Paper presented at the 2nd International Conference by the Faculty of the Social Sciences, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Anambra State.
(b) Conferences Proceedings (Published)
1. Chukwujekwu, I., Awele, S., Ejike, J.P., Okafor, S.N., Ibekilo, C.B.N., and Ekesiobi, C.S. (2021). Impact of Electricity Access on Price Level in Nigeria. Nigerian Association for Energy Economics. 14th NAEE/IAEE Annual International Conference. July 23-26, 2021. Pp 29-47
2. Maduka, A.C., Akunna, N., Ekesiobi, C.S., Okafor, S.N., and Chukwuemeka, D.E. (2021). Modelling Environment and Economic Growth Nexus in Nigeria: A Test of the Green Solow Model. Nigerian Association for Energy Economics. 14th NAEE/IAEE Annual International Conference. July 23-26, 2021. Pp 291-330
3. Onochie-Dieli, C., Obialor, I., Okoroji, C., Chukwuemeka, D.E., Ekesiobi, C.S., and Ifebi, O.E. (2021). Impact of Rural Electrification on Rural Unemployment Incidence in Nigeria. Nigerian Association for Energy Economics. 14th NAEE/IAEE Annual International Conference. July 23-26, 2021. Pp 331-342
4. Ude, D. K., and Ekesiobi, C. S. (2018). Fiscal Policy and Value addition in Agricultural Output in Nigeria. The Nigerian Economic Society. 59th Annual Conference. September 25-27, 2018. Pp 93-124
5. Ekesiobi C. S., Ude, D. K., Madueme, S. and Nwokolo C. (2017). Energy Labels and End-use Efficiency: A study of selected households in Awka, Anambra state. Nigerian Association for Energy Economics. 10th NAEE/IAEE Annual International Conference. April 23-26, 2017. Pp 32-65
6. Ude, D. K., Anumudu, C. N. and Ekesiobi, C. S. (2016). Analysis of Macroeconomic Policy and Diversification of the Nigerian Economy. The Nigerian Economic Society. 57th Annual Conference. September 27-29, 2016. Pp 117-153
7. Chukwuemeka, D.E, Ekesiobi,C.S, Mgbemena, E.M, Ifebi, O.E., Ibekilo, C.B.N., and Oguanobi, C.R. (2016). Improving Competitiveness and Increasing Economic Diversification in Nigeria: the Role of ICT. The Nigerian Economic Society. 57th Annual Conference. September 27-29, 2016. Pp 336 – 374
8. Dimnwobi, S.K., Nwokoye, E.S, Ekesiobi, C.S and Obegolu, C.C. (2016). Power infrastructure and electricity demand in Nigeria: Challenges and prospects. Nigerian Association for Energy Economics. 9th NAEE/IAEE Annual International Conference. April 25-26, 2016. Pp 49 – 74.
9. Ude, D. K., Mgbemena, E. M. and Ekesiobi, C. S. (2016). Natural Gas and Renewable Energy Development Patterns and Potentials in Nigeria. Nigerian Association for Energy Economics. 9th NAEE/IAEE Annual International Conference. April 25-26, 2016. Pp 21-45
10. Dimnwobi, K., Ekesiobi, C., and Ude, D. K. (2018). Decentralising Energy Governance for Improved Energy Security in Nigeria. NAEE Energy Forum 6th Edition. Pp 39 - 41
11. Ekesiobi, C., Ude, D. K. and Dimnwobi, K. (2017). Mainstreaming Nuclear Energy in the Nigerian Energy Mix: Implications for Sustainable Development. NAEE Energy Forum 5th Edition. Pp 19 – 21
(c) Book Chapters
1. Ekesiobi, C.S, Umenweke, M.N, Alumona, I.M, Madubueze, M.H.C, Nwankwo, J. O., Etodike, C.N.E. (2021). Health Security and Contemporary Issues on COVID-19 Experience in Nigeria: A multidisciplinary Inquiry. in Umenweke, M.N, Alumona, I.M, Madubueze, M.H.C, Nwankwo, J. O., Ekesiobi, C.S and Etodike, C.N.E. (eds) Contemporary Issues on COVID-19 Experiences in Nigeria. John Archers Publishers, Ibadan
2. Onyekwelu, R.U. and Ekesiobi, C.S, (2019). The Nigerian Environment: Features, Demography, Topography and Statistics. in Onyekwelu, R.U. and Ekesiobi, C.S. (eds) Nigerian Peoples and Culture. Gostak Printing and Publishing Co Ltd : Enugu, Nigeria.
3. Ekesiobi, C.S, and Ugwuoke, U.E (2019). Perspectives on Economic Growth and Development in Nigeria. in Onyekwelu, R.U. and Ekesiobi, C.S. (eds) Nigerian Peoples and Culture. Gostak Printing and Publishing Co Ltd : Enugu, Nigeria.
4. Ekesiobi, C. S. (2016). Basic Tools for Economic Analysis: Concepts and Applications. in Mgbemena, E.M, Ibekilo, C.B.N, Oguanobi, C.R and Ekesiobi, C.S (eds) Economics: Basics Concepts and Principles. Nigeria. Oktek Publishers, Enugu.
5. Ekesiobi, C. S. (2016). Theory of Supply. in Mgbemena, E.M, Ibekilo, C.B.N, Oguanobi, C.R and Ekesiobi, C.S (eds) Economics: Basics Concepts and Principles. Nigeria. Oktek Publishers, Enugu.
6. Ekesiobi, C. S and Ifebi, O. E (2016). Index Numbers. in Mgbemena, E.M, Ibekilo, C.B.N, Oguanobi, C.R and Ekesiobi, C.S (eds) Economics: Basics Concepts and Principles. Nigeria. Oktek Publishers, Enugu.
(d) Textbooks
1. Ifebi, O.E., Mgbemena, E.M., Ibekilo, C.B.N, and Ekesiobi, C. S. (2018). Mathematical Applications in Economics. Perfect Image Publishers, Onitsha Nigeria.
2. Ibekilo, C.B.N, Ifebi, O.E and Ekesiobi, C. S. (2017). Political Economy of the South: A Classical Approach. Ur Excellency Prints, Awka, Nigeria
3. Ude, D. K. and Ekesiobi, C. S. (2017). Macroeconomics: Theory and Applications. Homage Prints, Aba, Nigeria.
4. Ude, D. K. and Ekesiobi, C. S. (2016). Microeconomics: Theory and Applications. Adonai Press, Nigeria.
5. Edited Books
1. Umenweke, M.N, Alumona, I.M, Madubueze, M.H.C, Nwankwo, J. O., Ekesiobi, C.S and Etodike, C.N.E. (eds) (2021) Contemporary Issues on COVID-19 Experiences in Nigeria. John Archers Publishers, Ibadan. www.johnarchers.com.ng
2. Onyekwelu, R.U. and Ekesiobi, C.S. (2019) (eds) Nigerian Peoples and Culture. Gostak Printing and Publishing Co Ltd: Enugu, Nigeria.
3. Ekesiobi, C.S., Egboh, A.F and Nnatuanya, F. (2018) (eds) Faculty of Social Sciences Students Handbook. Martin-King Press: Awka, Nigeria.
4. Mgbemena, E.M, Ibekilo, C.B.N, Oguanobi, C.R and Ekesiobi, C.S (eds) (2016). Economics: Basics Concepts and Principles. Nigeria. Oktek Publishers, Enugu.
6. Trainings and Workshops Attended
1. Training Workshop on Statistical Analysis on Using SPSS in Financial Sector Analysis organised by the Nigerian Economic Society at Ibadan, Nigeria 23rd – 25th July, 2018.
2. Tax Policy and Research Methods Course by the Nigerian Tax Research Network (NTRN) in collaboration with the International Centre for Tax and Development (ICTD) and the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Nigeria. 2nd – 4th December, 2019.
3. The Nigerian Universities Electronic Teaching and Learning Platform Training workshop (7th – 9th December, 2015) Organised by Spectrum Engineering Limited and TETFUND Abuja.
4. Advanced Digital Appreciation Programme for Tertiary Institutions (ADAPTI) Training by the Digital Bridge Institute’s International Centre for Communications Studies at the Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka held on 10 -14 March, 2014.
5. Training on the Operation and Use of Electronic Students Result Software (Michelle 2012) organised by the Faculty of Social Sciences, COOU and Integrated Business Systems Nigeria, 3rd – 4th June, 2012.
6. Computer Operations Course organised by the Sylvia Institute of Computer Training and Management Centre, Surulere, Lagos October 2002 – February 2003.
7. Technical Reports and Workings Papers
1. Nwokoye, E., Igbanugo, C., Ekesiobi, C., and Dimnwobi, S. (2022). Fiscal Incentives and Tax Compliance Behaviour in Industrial Clusters: A Survey of Clusters in South-East Nigeria. Yaoundé: African Governance and Development Institute (AGDI) Working Paper Series WP/22/008.
2. Okafor, S. N., Ekesiobi, C., Ifebi, O., Dimnwobi, S. K., and Asongu, S. A. (2021). Testing the triple deficit hypothesis for sub-Saharan Africa: Implications for the African Continental Free Trade Area. Belgium: European Xtramile Centre of African Studies (EXCAS) Working Paper Series WP/21/093.
3. Dimnwobi, S. K., Ekesiobi, C., Madichie, C. V., and Asongu, S. A. (2021). Population Dynamics and Environmental Quality In Africa. Yaoundé: African Governance and Development Institute (AGDI) Working Paper Series WP/21/047.
4. Ekesiobi, C. and Dimnwobi, S.K. (2020), Economic assessment of the Igbo entrepreneurship model for entrepreneurial development in Nigeria: evidence from clusters in Anambra state, Yaoundé: African Governance and Development Institute (AGDI) Working Paper Series WP/20/085.
8. Other Publications
Vanguard Newspaper
21/07/2021: Celebrating While Grieving: From accident compensation to prevention at Ninth-mile, Enugu State. Available at: https://www.vanguardngr.com/2021/07/celebrating-while-grieving-from-accident-compensation-to-prevention-at-ninth-mile-enugu-state/
07/07/2020: ‘A luta Continua’ against the prevalence of rape in Nigerian tertiary institutions. Available at: https://www.vanguardngr.com/2020/07/a-luta-continua-against-the-prevalence-of-rape-in-nigerian-tertiary-institutions/
17/06/2020: Liverpool FC and the possible comeback of the prodigal ‘little Magician’: should Coutinho walk alone? Available at: https://www.vanguardngr.com/2020/06/liverpool-fc-and-the-possible-comeback-of-the-prodigal-little-magician-should-coutinho-walk-alone/
16/05/2020: The COVID-19 Rain Has Come: Musings on the Nigerian savings shelter. Available at: https://www.vanguardngr.com/2020/05/the-covid-19-rain-has-come-musings-on-the-nigerian-savings-shelter/
29/04/2020: COVID-19 Lockdown: Beyond health versus economy trade-off. Available at: https://www.vanguardngr.com/2020/04/covid-19-lockdown-beyond-health-versus-economy-trade-off/
14/04/2020: The Nigerian “Giveaway-Economyâ€: Reflections for a country in socio-economic distress. Available at: https://www.vanguardngr.com/2020/04/the-nigerian-giveaway-economy-reflections-for-a-country-in-socio-economic-distress/
Skills
Skills and Qualities  Emotional intelligence and Stability  Mentorship and Youth Development  Strong Analytical Skills, Deductive competencies and Problem-Solving Capability  Result Driven with zeal to surpass targets  Team playing and quality interpersonal networking  Supervisory and Management ability  Dynamic and able coping with pressure and deadlines.  Comfortable with Microsoft Office and Basic Econometric packages  Enthusiastic about Development and Energy policies to impact the developing world.  Good written and oral communication skills in English Language