ISCEST Nigeria
International Society of Comparative Education, Science and Technology
Who we are
We are a scholarly association dedicated to promoting comparative education, science and technology, and as well as enhancing the academic status of these fields.
We also seek to deepen our understanding of educational, scientific and technological issues, trends and policies through comparative, national and international perspectives.
ISCEST exists to promote teaching and cross-disciplinary research in education, science and technology.
Our Mission
Our major goal is to strengthen the theoretical basis of comparative studies in education, science and technology and applied those understandings to policy and implementation issues in Nigeria, Africa and other comparable settings.
Our Aims
To promote teaching and cross-disciplinary research in education, science and technology; to facilitate research publications; network with other professionals and professional organisations; and to support research students, organize conferences, workshops and meetings and being a resource to national policy makers.
ISCEST Officers
Dr. LaBode Obanor
Finance & Taxation Specialist | Political Commentator | Social Justice Advocate
Location: Nigeria.
Dr. LaBode Obanor is a distinguished professional in finance and taxation, celebrated for his expertise in tax resolution and civic advocacy. Recognized by Marquis Who’s Who for excellence in finance, he combines technical mastery with a passion for democratic accountability and global justice. As both a practitioner and public intellectual, Dr. Obanor bridges the worlds of economics, law, and civil society, delivering incisive commentary on governance, equity, and institutional reform.
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Dr. LaBode Obanor is a distinguished professional in finance and taxation, celebrated for his expertise in tax resolution and civic advocacy. Recognized by Marquis Who’s Who for excellence in finance, he combines technical mastery with a passion for democratic accountability and global justice. As both a practitioner and public intellectual, Dr. Obanor bridges the worlds of economics, law, and civil society, delivering incisive commentary on governance, equity, and institutional reform.
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Prof. Adesoji Adesugba
B.Sc.,B.L., Law,LL.B, Law,MBA,M.Sc.,DBA,Ed.D,
Location: Abuja, Nigeria.
Professor of Business and Economic Development with over four decades’ experience spanning governance, investment promotion, institutional reform, academia, and alternative dispute resolution. Former Managing Director/CEO of the Nigeria Export Processing Zones Authority (NEPZA), former Chairman of the Industrial Arbitration Panel (IAP), and currently 1st Deputy President of the Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI). Harvard Kennedy School alumnus with a substantial record of scholarship on e-learning, infrastructure policy, multicultural education, gemstones/mining, and governance. Recognized Fellow of multiple professional bodies, with influential publications, books, and documentaries advancing intellectual discourse and public policy.
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Professor of Business and Economic Development with over four decades’ experience spanning governance, investment promotion, institutional reform, academia, and alternative dispute resolution. Former Managing Director/CEO of the Nigeria Export Processing Zones Authority (NEPZA), former Chairman of the Industrial Arbitration Panel (IAP), and currently 1st Deputy President of the Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI). Harvard Kennedy School alumnus with a substantial record of scholarship on e-learning, infrastructure policy, multicultural education, gemstones/mining, and governance. Recognized Fellow of multiple professional bodies, with influential publications, books, and documentaries advancing intellectual discourse and public policy.
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Edward Agbai. PhD.
HND,Msc.,Ph.D
Location: Saskatoon, SK, Canada.
Dr. Edward Agbai is a Researcher, Author and an Associate Professor at the School of Entrepreneurship with Emmanuel University, North Carolina, USA. He is a dedicated Management Professional with background in Engineering and Organizational Change Management with over 20 years combined experience in leading and managing operations and change management projects in the public health industry. As a Director of Governance with Black Engineers of Canada, a non-profit organization saddled with the responsibility of ensuring black engineering professionals occupy leadership positions within the engineering and manufacturing ecosystem.
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Dr. Edward Agbai is a Researcher, Author and an Associate Professor at the School of Entrepreneurship with Emmanuel University, North Carolina, USA. He is a dedicated Management Professional with background in Engineering and Organizational Change Management with over 20 years combined experience in leading and managing operations and change management projects in the public health industry. As a Director of Governance with Black Engineers of Canada, a non-profit organization saddled with the responsibility of ensuring black engineering professionals occupy leadership positions within the engineering and manufacturing ecosystem.
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Suleman Adebayo Audu
PartnersE-Commerce, WTO Agreements, AfCFTA, Trade Policy, Digital Trade, Investment Strategy
Location: Nigeria.
As a strategic voice in global trade discussions, Mr. Audu has represented Nigeria at several WTO Ministerial Conferencesand led critical negotiations on agriculture, services, development, and trade facilitation. He co-developed Nigeria’s 2023–2027 Trade and Investment Policies and has been a key figure in shaping the country’s e-commerce and digital tradestrategy.He is currently the Managing Director/CEO of Stardom Horizon Global Ventures Ltd, a consultancy offering advisoryservices in trade facilitation, investment promotion, digital transformation, and capacity building.
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As a strategic voice in global trade discussions, Mr. Audu has represented Nigeria at several WTO Ministerial Conferencesand led critical negotiations on agriculture, services, development, and trade facilitation. He co-developed Nigeria’s 2023–2027 Trade and Investment Policies and has been a key figure in shaping the country’s e-commerce and digital tradestrategy.He is currently the Managing Director/CEO of Stardom Horizon Global Ventures Ltd, a consultancy offering advisoryservices in trade facilitation, investment promotion, digital transformation, and capacity building.
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Professor (Amb.) Mondy Gold
Ph.D., Ph.D., CFP, INHF, FCILG, FEBS
Location: Newark, New Jersey, USA.
Professor Gold earned his Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Information Systems from Queens College, City University of New York, and holds a Master’s degree in Financial Management from Baruch College. He went on to receive two doctoral degrees, one in Business Management and another in Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Management from the University of Phoenix and EBS HIBC College of Divinity. His academic journey reflects a rare convergence of analytical rigor, entrepreneurial insight, and pedagogical excellence.
Biography
Professor Gold earned his Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Information Systems from Queens College, City University of New York, and holds a Master’s degree in Financial Management from Baruch College. He went on to receive two doctoral degrees, one in Business Management and another in Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Management from the University of Phoenix and EBS HIBC College of Divinity. His academic journey reflects a rare convergence of analytical rigor, entrepreneurial insight, and pedagogical excellence.
Biography
Prof. Adenike O. Grange
MBChB, DCH, FMCPaed., FWACP, FAAP(Hon)
A female Professor of Paediatrics, 50 years post-qualification as a medical doctor and with over thirty (30) years widespread experience as consultant paediatrician, post-graduate medical teacher, departmental, medical college and hospital administrator, program manager, strategic planner and technical adviser on child, maternal, reproductive and global health issues at both national and international levels. Has in-depth working knowledge of the primary, secondary and tertiary health care infrastructures and programmes at both public and private sectoral levels. Highly skilled, polyvalent and recognized for a wide range of experience in child and reproductive health management, behavior change communication, training, capacity building, hospital management, development issues, research and evaluation. Has in-depth experience in design, implementation and evaluation of healthcare programs; immense talent for analyzing problems, developing and simplifying procedures, and finding innovative solutions; proven ability to motivate and work effectively with persons from other cultures and all walks of life.
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Nedie Patience Akani
Past President - ISCEST
Location: Rivers State University, Nigeria
ORCID: https://orcid.org/my-orcid?orcid=0000-0003-0480-413X
Research Gate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Nedie-Akani
Livedna: https://livedna.org/234.13249
Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=AvtQcw8AAAAJ
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-nedie-patience-akani-9b694467
ORCID: https://orcid.org/my-orcid?orcid=0000-0003-0480-413X
Research Gate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Nedie-Akani
Livedna: https://livedna.org/234.13249
Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=AvtQcw8AAAAJ
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-nedie-patience-akani-9b694467
Prof. Matthew O. Wegwu
President ISCEST
Location: Nigeria
Affiliation: University of Port Harcourt
ORCID: https://orcid.org/my-orcid?orcid=0000-0002-7171-5420
Research Gate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Matthew-Wegwu
Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=o-4Vl2gAAAAJ&hl=en&authuser=1
Affiliation: University of Port Harcourt
ORCID: https://orcid.org/my-orcid?orcid=0000-0002-7171-5420
Research Gate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Matthew-Wegwu
Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=o-4Vl2gAAAAJ&hl=en&authuser=1
Janet Olufunmilayo Williams
Secretary
Location: Rivers State University, Nigeria
ORCID- https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6121-2424
Research Gate- https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Janet-Williams-6
Goggle Scholar- https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=MBModZgAAAAJ
LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/janet-williams-4288b6153
Elizabeth Agbor Eta
Overseas (Nordic Countries)
Location: Finland
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9622-6826
Research Gate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Elizabeth-Eta
Linkedln: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-eta-phd-72335a21/
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9622-6826
Research Gate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Elizabeth-Eta
Linkedln: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-eta-phd-72335a21/
John Nwokocha
Student/Campus Coordinator
Location: Nigeria
Affiliation: Ignatius Ajuru University of Education
Website: https://nwokochajohn.com
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0279-1032
Research Gate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/John-Nwokocha-2
Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=UabRGlAAAAAJ&hl=en
Telegram: https://telegram.org/dl
Affiliation: Ignatius Ajuru University of Education
Website: https://nwokochajohn.com
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0279-1032
Research Gate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/John-Nwokocha-2
Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=UabRGlAAAAAJ&hl=en
Telegram: https://telegram.org/dl
Tonye Sampson (PhD)
Director of Accounts
Location: Rivers State University, Nigeria
ORCID ID: https://orchid.org/0000-0002-0116-1186
Researchgate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Tonye-Sampson
Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=8mCvTWAAAAAJ&hl=en
ORCID ID: https://orchid.org/0000-0002-0116-1186
Researchgate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Tonye-Sampson
Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=8mCvTWAAAAAJ&hl=en
Seun B. Adebayo
Overseas Student/Campus
Location: Ireland
Affiliation: National University of Ireland Galway
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6411-1576
Research Gate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Seun-Adebayo
Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=anOwtUQAAAAJ
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seunadebayo/
Affiliation: National University of Ireland Galway
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6411-1576
Research Gate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Seun-Adebayo
Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=anOwtUQAAAAJ
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seunadebayo/
Professor Chiemela Enyinnaya Chinma
National Research Director
Location: Nigeria
Affiliation: Federal University of Technology Minna, Nigeria
Research Gate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Chiemela-Chinma-2
Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=N-AJY88AAAAJ
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5874-5695
Affiliation: Federal University of Technology Minna, Nigeria
Research Gate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Chiemela-Chinma-2
Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=N-AJY88AAAAJ
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5874-5695
Ayodeji Ogunlana
Assistant Publicity Secretary
Location: Nigeria
Affiliation: Institute of Science and Technology, Yenagoa
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1399-0974
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/mwlite/in/deji-ogunlana-82842879
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1399-0974
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/mwlite/in/deji-ogunlana-82842879
Elei Green Igbogi (PhD)
Coordinator South South
Location: Nigeria
Affiliation: Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA)
ORCID: https://orcid.org/my-orcid?orcid=0000-0002-5216-3149
Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=OrCCh3YAAAAJ
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-elei-green-igbogi-224359ba
LiveDNA: https://livedna.net/?dna=234.37142
Affiliation: Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA)
ORCID: https://orcid.org/my-orcid?orcid=0000-0002-5216-3149
Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=OrCCh3YAAAAJ
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-elei-green-igbogi-224359ba
LiveDNA: https://livedna.net/?dna=234.37142
Dr. John C. Ugboma
Public Relations Officer
Location: Port Harcourt, Nigeria
ORCID ID : https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7961-6729
ORCID ID : https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7961-6729
Stefan Reindl
Asia Coordinator
Location: Beijing, China
Affiliation: Beijing Normal University, China
Personal Site: https://cv.stefan-reindl.com
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5194-5213
Google scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=lgFh3VwAAAAJ
ScienceOpen: https://www.scienceopen.com/user/reindlstefan
SciProfiles: https://sciprofiles.com/profile/stefan
Affiliation: Beijing Normal University, China
Personal Site: https://cv.stefan-reindl.com
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5194-5213
Google scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=lgFh3VwAAAAJ
ScienceOpen: https://www.scienceopen.com/user/reindlstefan
SciProfiles: https://sciprofiles.com/profile/stefan
Salomey Tardy Hackman
Asian Coordinator
Affiliation: Beijing Normal University
Location: Hong Kong, SAR
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6163-3616
Research gate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Salomey-Hackman-2
LinkedIn: https://hk.linkedin.com/in/salomey-tardy-hackman-583913153
Location: Hong Kong, SAR
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6163-3616
Research gate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Salomey-Hackman-2
LinkedIn: https://hk.linkedin.com/in/salomey-tardy-hackman-583913153
Advisory Board
ISCEST INTERNATIONAL ADVISORY & EDITORIAL BOARD
- Prof Ibibia Dabipi, University of Maryland Eastern Shore, USA
- Prof David Turner, University of South Wales, UK
- Prof Adebiyi G. Daramola, Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria
- Prof Macleans A. Geo-Jaja, Brigham Young University, Utah, USA
- Emeritus Prof Ayebaemi Ibuteme Spiff, University of Port Harcourt, Nigeria
- Dr Elizabeth Achinewhu-Nworgu, Birkbeck University of London, UK
- Dr Ikponmwosa E. Ewaen, University of Lagos, Nigeria
- Prof Nikolay Popov, University of Sofia, Bulgaria
- Prof Valentine Ayobore Aletor, Elizade University, Ondo State, Nigera
- Prof Omokaro Obire, Rivers State University of Science and Technology, Nigeria
- Prof Gertrude Shotte, Middlesex University, UK
- Prof Mobolaji Aluko, Federal University Otuoke, Bayelsa State, Nigeria
- Professor Paul Miller, University of Hull, UK
- Prof Humphrey Ogoni, Niger Delta University, Nigeria
- Prof Kenoye K. Eke, Lincoln University, Pennsylvania, USA
- Prof Isiaka Adekunle Amoo, Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria
- Prof Joseph A. Ajienka, University of Port Harcourt, Nigeria
- Prof Kyryk M. Mykolayovych, Ukrainian Agricultural Academy, Kiev, Ukraine
- Prof Michael Horsfall Jnr, University of Port Harcourt, Nigeria
- Dr Zehlia Babaci-Wilhite, University of California-Berkeley, USA
- Professor Jibrila Dahiru Amin, Federal University, Dutse, Jigawa State, Nigeria