Summit Program

Kindly note that all times are in WAT or GMT +1

7:00-8:00 a.m.

Registration and Coffee

8:00-9:45 a.m.

Welcome & Opening

  • Welcome:
    Prof Adegoke Oke, Prof. Nathaniel Boso, Center for Applied Research and Innovation in Supply Chain Africa (CARISCA)
    Mr. Stephen Akut, LEARN Logistics
  • Keynotes:
    • Dr. Oyebanji Filani, Honourable Commissioner for Health-Ekiti State, Enhancing Quality and Expanding Access: How Pooled Purchasing by States can Strengthen Nigeria's Healthcare Delivery
    • Prof. Charles Asenime, Dean of School Logistics and Transport, Catechizing Nigeria’s Transport Resources and Sustainable Freight Logistics
9:45-10:00 a.m.

15-minute changeover

10:00-11:00 a.m.

Parallel Sessions

Reimagining Africa’s Supply Chains for a Sustainable Future

Session Chair: Ibraheem Forson Abdul-Azeez

  • Evaluating the Performance of Nigeria’s Logistics and Supply Chain within the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)
    Samuel Odewumi (Lagos State University, Ojo, Nigeria), Ibraheem Forson Abdul-Azeez, Giwa Olayiwola
  • How Africa’s supply chains help propel African countries and their businesses to a more sustainable future
    Adetola Adigun (Lagos State University, Nigeria)
  • The Role of LNG in Sustainable Logistics, Maritime Decarbonization, and Africa’s Emerging Potential
    Martin K Gachukia (University of Kigali, Rwanda)
  • Leveraging on Green Human Capital to Improve Environmental Performance: Exploring Possible Processes and Conditions
    Osman Abubakari Sadik, Henry Kofi Mensah, Ahmed Agyapong, Gilbert Anyowuo Okyere (All from KNUST)
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General Supply Chains

Session Chair: Abdul Samed Muntaka

  • Supply chain visibility and customer-oriented performance: mediation and moderation analysis of supply chain collaboration and learning
    Ishmeal Acquah (University of Education, Winneba, Ghana), Samuel Kwasi Amoako-Danso (University of Education, Winneba), Mavis Agbodza (University of Education, Winneba), Isaac Charnor Tetteh (University of Cape Coast - Ghana), Caleb Amankwaa Kumi (KNUST)
  • Enhancing Supply Chain Resilience: Leveraging Efficient Record Systems for Proactive Risk Management
    Ruth Fatoye, Olawale Gazal Hammed (All from Lagos State University, Nigeria)
  • Supply Chain Digitisation, Predictive Maintenance, and Responsible Food Production: Addressing Supply Chain Sustainability Issues in Nigeria's Manufacturing Sector
    Nsikan John (James Hope University, Nigeria), Johnson Abimbola (Covenant University, Nigeria), Mfon Emmanuel Eyo (University of Uyo, Nigeria), DouglasHorsefall (Golden Penny Company, Nigeria)
  • Regional variations in the impact of sustainable supply chain management practices on firm performance: A meta-analytic approach
    Henry Ataburo (Kumasi Technical University/CARISCA), Listowel Owusu Appiah (AAMUSTED/CARISCA), Emmanuel Kwabena Anin (Kumasi Technical University/CARISCA)
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Sectoral Supply Chains

Session Chair: Olawale Hammed

  • Supply Chain Management Practices and Sustainable Food Security Project in Nigeria
    Olawale Hammed (Lagos State University, Nigeria), Raheem Akanni Adewale Okewale
  • Effects of Sustainable Procurement and Supply Chain Performance in Rwanda: A Case of Africa Improved Foods
    Mr. Akili Olivier, Martin K Gachukia, University of Kigali, Rwanda
  • Sustainable Cold Chain Orientation, Relational Capability, Operational Flexibility and Firm Competitiveness: A Comparative Study in the East and West African Food Cold Chain Industry
    David Antwi, Isaac Akurugu Apike (All from KNUST), Ogochukwu Ugboma (Lagos State University), Welderabrha Kiros (Mekelle University Ethiopia)
  • Determinants of Extent of Food Security among Actors along the Vegetable Supply Chain in Ghana
    Robert Aidoo (KNUST), Seth Etuah (KNUST), Ernest A. Akey (KNUST), Priscilla Agyemang (Presbyterian University College, Ghana), Goitom Abera Baisa (Mekelle University, Ethiopia)
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11:00-11:15 a.m.

15-minute changeover

11:15-12:35 p.m.

Health Supply Chain Panel Session

Moderator: Azuka Okeke

  • Frank Muonemeh, Executive Secretary (ES)/CEO, Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Group of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (PMGMAN)
  • Oyebanji Filani, Chairperson Health Commissioners Forum (HCF) and Honourable Commissioner for Health (HCH), Ekiti State
  • Mohammad Lawan Gana, Honourable Commissioner for Health (HCH), Yobe State
  • Aisha Isyaku, Chairperson Heads of Drug Management Agencies (DMAs) Nigeria
12:35-1:30 p.m.

Lunch

1:30-2:40 p.m.

Parallel Sessions

Special Issue

Session Chair: Ade Oyedijo

  • IJOPM Special Session: Developing and Advancing Operations and Supply Chain Management Research in Africa
    Dominic Essuman (The University of Sheffield, United Kingdom), Aniekan Essien (The University of Bristol, United Kingdom)
  • Special Issue for The International Journal of Logistics Management
    Celestin Elock Son (University of Lorraine, France)
  • JSCM Presentation: Conducting impactful supply chain management research in Africa
    Ade Oyedijo (Baylor University, United States), Sherwat Elwan Ibrahim (The American University (AUC) in Cairo, Egypt), Samuel Fosso-Wamba (TBS Education, France)
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Emerging Issues in Global Supply Chains

Session Chair: John Serbe Marfo

  • Regulatory Shocks, Fintech, Social Connections, and Performance of Non-Agricultural Enterprises in Kenya
    Beatrice Mbinya (University of Nairobi, Kenya), Kefa Simiyu (University of Nairobi, Kenya & University of Johannesburg, South Africa)
  • Revolutionizing international trade: the role of DLT in replacing paper-based documentation; a case study of Morocco’s offer to Africa’s least developed countries
    Fayssal Moukafi, Amine Dafir (All from University Hassan II Casablanca, Morocco)
  • Digitalization of Agriculture and performance of agric-food supply chain in Africa
    Rukayat Pelumi, Nwosu Rachel (All from Lagos State University, Nigeria)
More details
Practitioner and Policy Discourse on African Supply Chains

Session Chair: Ike Ehie

  • Leveraging Blockchain Technology to Combat Counterfeit Drugs in the Nigerian Pharmaceutical Industry
    Ike Ehie (Kansas State University, USA), Madhav Sharma
  • Exploring the Paradox of Sustainable Logistics and Transportation in Nigeria: A Critical Analysis of Opportunities, Challenges, and Future Directions
    Aliyah Buhari, Giwa Olayiwola Mojeed (Both from School of Transport and Logistics, LASU, Nigeria)
  • Procurement Process Competency and Operational Performance of State Tertiary Institutions in Nigeria
    Usman Abbas (Kaduna State University, Nigeria)
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2:40-2:55 p.m.

15-minute changeover

2:55-3:55 p.m.

Parallel Sessions

Emerging Issues in Global Supply Chains

Session Chair: Dominic Essuman

  • Exploring the Principle and Approach of Sustainable Supply Chains in Logistics and Transportation in Nigeria
    Kofowola Oladeinde, Fakunmoju T. T., Savage A.D., Nze H.C., and Giwa O. M. (All from Lagos State University, Nigeria)
  • Supply chain resilience and sustainability: The role of blockchain ecosystem
    Rasheed Olawale Azeez (Lagos State University, Nigeria)
  • Blockchain for Transparency and Sustainability in Africa's Agricultural Supply Chains: Challenges and Solutions
    Yusuf Lawal, Mojeed Olayiwola Giwa, Edet Mercy Ememobong (All from Lagos State University, Nigerai)
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Literature Review

Session Chair: Mercy Ibrahim Boyis

  • Positioning Africa for Global Supply Chain Competitiveness: Balancing Innovations and Sustainability - Literature Review
    Vivian Chimezie-Azubuike (Lagos State University, Nigeria)
  • A Framework for Assessing Sustainability in Public Health Supply Chains: A Literature Review
    Mercy Ibrahim Boyis (School of Transport and Logistics, Nigeria), Dr Ibraheem Forson Abdul-Azeez (Lagos State University, Nigeria)
  • Blockchain for Transparency and Sustainability in Africa's Agricultural Supply Chains: Challenges and Solutions
    Martin Agyemang (Kingston University, UK), Peter Adjei-Bamfo (Charles Sturt University, Australia), Simonov Kusi-Sarpong (Sheffield Hallam University, UK), Shuangfa Huang (The University of Sheffield, UK)
  • Issues in the last-mile logistics of perishable agricultural produce: A Systematic Literature Review
    Yusuf Lawal, Mojeed Olayiwola Giwa, Edet Mercy Ememobong (All from Lagos State University, Nigeria)
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Paper Development Workshop

Session Chair: Adegoke Oke

  • Rasheed Olawale Azeez (Lagos State University, Nigeria)
  • Emmanuel Semako Gbesoevi (Lagos State University, Nigeria)
  • Olayemi Funmilayo Dickson (Lagos State University, Nigeria)
  • Adetoyese Oguntimehin, Ibraheem Abdul-Azeez, Samuel Odewumi (All from Lagos State University, Ojo, Nigeria)
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3:55-4:10 p.m.

15-minute changeover

4:10-5:10 p.m.

Parallel Sessions

Reimagining Africa’s Supply Chains for a Sustainable Future

Session Chair: John Serbe Marfo

  • Developing a Sustainable Reverse Logistics System for Electronic Waste (E-Waste) in Nigeria
    Mubaraq Busari (Lagos State University, Nigeria), Jamal Olasunkanmi Yakubu
  • Leveraging new technologies to achieve health supply chain sustainability: Improving product quality and safety through health commodity traceability in Rwanda
    Nyirimanzi Joseph Desire (Rwanda Medical Supply Ltd), Joseph Desire Nyirimanzi (Rwanda Medical Supply Ltd), Evariste Ndaribumbye (Global Health Supply Chain-Procurement and Supply Management Kigali, Rwanda), William Uwizeye Mutanguha, Gaston Kazeneza (Rwanda Medical Supply Ltd), Birikunzira Shabani, Jean Bapriste (Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority), Munyangaju Josée Edouard (Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority)
  • A new sustainability model for assessing complex food supply chains: an ESER model
    Emmanuel Ferguson Aikins (University of Ghana)
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Sectoral Supply Chains

Session Chair: Ogochukwu Ugboma

  • Exploring the Role of Dynamic Pricing Strategies in Mitigating the Impact of Volatile Macroeconomic Variables: A Case Study of MEBS’s 3PL Contracts in Nigeria
    Sunday Adeola, Opeoluwa Okediji, Tony Anammah, Wole Akande (All from MEBS Global Reach, Nigeria)
  • Evaluating the Effectiveness of Reverse Logistics Practices and Managing Products Returns in Lagos State
    Iyanuloluwa Adejobi, Asaju Joel Ayodeji (All from Lagos State University, Nigeria)
  • Effect of Outsourced Ship Management on Seafarers’ Performance in Nigeria
    Frances Inoma (Bricks Mursten Mattoni Limited, Lagos)
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General Supply Chains

Session Chair: Henry Kofi Mensah

  • Technological Capabilities and Supply Chain Value Creation; Exploring the Roles of Circular Economy Practices and Organizational Climate
    Henry Kofi Mensah, Ahmed Agyapong, Gilbert Anyowuo Okyere, Osman Abubakari Sadik (All from KNUST, Ghana), Emmanuel Kweku Quansah (CARISCA Research Faculty, Ghana), Klenam Korbla Ledi (KNUST, Ghana), Kidusan Ejigu Berihun ( Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia)
  • The mediating role of international alliance learning process between virtual interfirm integration and international partner investment
    Mawuli Amedofu, Nathaniel Boso, Abdul Samed Muntaka, Dorcas Nuertey, Eric Fosu Oteng-Abayie (All from KNUST, Ghana)
  • Supply chain integration and environmental performance: the mediating role of innovative capacity.
    Abdul Samed Muntaka, Isaa Apike, Bonaventure Naab Dery, David Antwi, Anane-Adjei Caleb (All from KNUST, Ghana)
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5:10-5:30 p.m.

20-minute coffee break

5:30-6:35 p.m.

PhD Dissertation Award Presentations

Session Chair: Temidayo Akenronye

  • Implementation of Circular Economy within the Framework of Adaptive System Theory
    Esther Ntumy Lartey
  • Connecting the neglected tiers: An empirical Approach for Identifying and Managing Risk Propagation and Vulnerabilities within Emerging Supply Chain Markets.
    Jonas Kamakela
  • Improving Social Value Creation: When Entrepreneurial Resources, Responsible Innovation Strategy and Public Policy Intervention Matter.
    Prince Opoku
  • Determinants of Supply Chain Integration on the Availability of Adolescent and Youth Sexual & Reproductive Health Commodities.
    Alfred Ain Sallwa
10:00-11:00 a.m.
Reimagining Africa’s Supply Chains for a Sustainable Future

Session Chair: Ibraheem Forson Abdul-Azeez

  • Evaluating the Performance of Nigeria’s Logistics and Supply Chain within the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)
    Samuel Odewumi, Ibraheem Forson Abdul-Azeez, Giwa Olayiwola
  • How Africa’s supply chains help propel African countries and their businesses to a more sustainable future
    Adetola Adigun
  • The Role of LNG in Sustainable Logistics, Maritime Decarbonization, and Africa’s Emerging Potential
    Martin K Gachukia
  • Leveraging on Green Human Capital to Improve Environmental Performance: Exploring Possible Processes and Conditions
    Osman Abubakari Sadik, Henry Kofi Mensah, Ahmed Agyapong, Gilbert Anyowuo Okyere
11:15-12:35 p.m.
Health Supply Chain Panel Session

Moderator: Azuka Okeke

  • Frank Muonemeh, Executive Secretary (ES)/CEO, Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Group of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (PMGMAN)
  • Oyebanji Filani, Chairperson Health Commissioners Forum (HCF) and Honourable Commissioner for Health (HCH), Ekiti State
  • Mohammad Lawan Gana, Honourable Commissioner for Health (HCH), Yobe State
  • Aisha Isyaku, Chairperson Heads of Drug Management Agencies (DMAs) Nigeria
1:30-2:40 p.m.
Special Issue

Session Chair: Ade Oyedijo

  • IJOPM Special Session: Developing and Advancing Operations and Supply Chain Management Research in Africa
    Dominic Essuman (The University of Sheffield, United Kingdom), Aniekan Essien (The University of Bristol, United Kingdom)
  • Special Issue for The International Journal of Logistics Management
    Celestin Elock Son (University of Lorraine, France)
  • JSCM Presentation: Conducting impactful supply chain management research in Africa
    Ade Oyedijo (Baylor University, United States), Sherwat Elwan Ibrahim (The American University (AUC) in Cairo, Egypt), Samuel Fosso-Wamba (TBS Education, France)
2:55-3:55 p.m.
Emerging Issues in Global Supply Chains

Session Chair: Dominic Essuman

  • Exploring the Principle and Approach of Sustainable Supply Chains in Logistics and Transportation in Nigeria
    Kofowola Oladeinde, Fakunmoju T. T., Savage A.D., Nze H.C., and Giwa O. M. (All from Lagos State University, Nigeria)
  • Supply chain resilience and sustainability: The role of blockchain ecosystem
    Rasheed Olawale Azeez (Lagos State University, Nigeria)
  • Blockchain for Transparency and Sustainability in Africa's Agricultural Supply Chains: Challenges and Solutions
    Yusuf Lawal, Mojeed Olayiwola Giwa, Edet Mercy Ememobong (All from Lagos State University, Nigerai)
4:10-5:10 p.m.
Reimagining Africa’s Supply Chains for a Sustainable Future

Session Chair: John Serbe Marfo

  • Developing a Sustainable Reverse Logistics System for Electronic Waste (E-Waste) in Nigeria
    Mubaraq Busari, Jamal Olasunkanmi Yakubu
  • Leveraging new technologies to achieve health supply chain sustainability: Improving product quality and safety through health commodity traceability in Rwanda
    Nyirimanzi Joseph Desire, Joseph Desire Nyirimanzi, Evariste Ndaribumbye, William Uwizeye Mutanguha, Gaston Kazeneza, Birikunzira Shabani, Jean Bapriste, Munyangaju Josée Edouard
  • A new sustainability model for assessing complex food supply chains: an ESER model
    Emmanuel Ferguson Aikins
2:55-3:55 p.m.
PhD Dissertation Award Presentations

Session Chair: Temidayo Akenronye

  • Implementation of Circular Economy within the Framework of Adaptive System Theory
    Esther Ntumy Lartey
  • Connecting the neglected tiers: An empirical Approach for Identifying and Managing Risk Propagation and Vulnerabilities within Emerging Supply Chain Markets.
    Jonas Kamakela
  • Improving Social Value Creation: When Entrepreneurial Resources, Responsible Innovation Strategy and Public Policy Intervention Matter.
    Prince Opoku
  • Determinants of Supply Chain Integration on the Availability of Adolescent and Youth Sexual & Reproductive Health Commodities.
    Alfred Ain Sallwa
10:00-11:00 a.m.
General Supply Chains

Session Chair: Abdul Samed Muntaka

  • Supply chain visibility and customer-oriented performance: mediation and moderation analysis of supply chain collaboration and learning
    Ishmeal Acquah (University of Education, Winneba, Ghana), Samuel Kwasi Amoako-Danso (University of Education, Winneba), Mavis Agbodza (University of Education, Winneba), Isaac Charnor Tetteh (University of Cape Coast - Ghana), Caleb Amankwaa Kumi (KNUST)
  • Enhancing Supply Chain Resilience: Leveraging Efficient Record Systems for Proactive Risk Management
    Ruth Fatoye, Olawale Gazal Hammed(All from Lagos State University, Nigeria)
  • Supply Chain Digitisation, Predictive Maintenance, and Responsible Food Production: Addressing Supply Chain Sustainability Issues in Nigeria's Manufacturing Sector
    Nsikan John (James Hope University, Nigeria), Johnson Abimbola (Covenant University, Nigeria), Mfon Emmanuel Eyo (University of Uyo, Nigeria), DouglasHorsefall (Golden Penny Company, Nigeria)
  • Regional variations in the impact of sustainable supply chain management practices on firm performance: A meta-analytic approach
    Henry Ataburo (Kumasi Technical University/CARISCA), Listowel Owusu Appiah (AAMUSTED/CARISCA), Emmanuel Kwabena Anin (Kumasi Technical University/CARISCA)
1:30-2:40 p.m.
Emerging Issues in Global Supply Chains

Session Chair: John Serbe Marfo

  • Regulatory Shocks, Fintech, Social Connections, and Performance of Non-Agricultural Enterprises in Kenya
    Beatrice Mbinya (University of Nairobi, Kenya), Kefa Simiyu (University of Nairobi, Kenya & University of Johannesburg, South Africa)
  • Revolutionizing international trade: the role of DLT in replacing paper-based documentation; a case study of Morocco’s offer to Africa’s least developed countries
    Fayssal Moukafi, Amine Dafir (All from University Hassan II Casablanca, Morocco)
  • Digitalization of Agriculture and performance of agric-food supply chain in Africa
    Rukayat Pelumi, Nwosu Rachel (All from Lagos State University, Nigeria)
2:55-3:55 p.m.
Literature Review

Session Chair: Mercy Ibrahim Boyis

  • Positioning Africa for Global Supply Chain Competitiveness: Balancing Innovations and Sustainability - Literature Review
    Vivian Chimezie-Azubuike (Lagos State University, Nigeria)
  • A Framework for Assessing Sustainability in Public Health Supply Chains: A Literature Review
    Mercy Ibrahim Boyis (School of Transport and Logistics, Nigeria), Dr Ibraheem Forson Abdul-Azeez (Lagos State University, Nigeria)
  • Issues in the last-mile logistics of perishable agricultural produce: A Systematic Literature Review
    Adetoyese Oguntimehin, Ibraheem Abdul-Azeez, Samuel Odewumi (Alll from Lagos State University, Ojo, Nigeria)
4:10-5:10 p.m.
Sectoral Supply Chains

Session Chair: Ogochukwu Ugboma

  • Exploring the Role of Dynamic Pricing Strategies in Mitigating the Impact of Volatile Macroeconomic Variables: A Case Study of MEBS’s 3PL Contracts in Nigeria
    Sunday Adeola, Opeoluwa Okediji, Tony Anammah, Wole Akande (All from MEBS Global Reach, Nigeria)
  • Evaluating the Effectiveness of Reverse Logistics Practices and Managing Products Returns in Lagos State
    Iyanuloluwa Adejobi, Asaju Joel Ayodeji (All from Lagos State University, Nigeria)
  • Effect of Outsourced Ship Management on Seafarers’ Performance in Nigeria
    Frances Inoma (Bricks Mursten Mattoni Limited, Lagos)
10:00-11:00 a.m.
Sectoral Supply chains

Session Chair: Olawale Hammed

  • Supply Chain Management Practices and Sustainable Food Security Project in Nigeria
    Olawale Hammed (Lagos State University, Nigeria), Raheem Akanni Adewale Okewale
  • Effects of Sustainable Procurement and Supply Chain Performance in Rwanda: A Case of Africa Improved Foods
    Mr. Akili Olivier, Martin K Gachukia, University of Kigali, Rwanda
  • Sustainable Cold Chain Orientation, Relational Capability, Operational Flexibility and Firm Competitiveness: A Comparative Study in the East and West African Food Cold Chain Industry
    David Antwi, Isaac Akurugu Apike (All from KNUST), Ogochukwu Ugboma (Lagos State University), Welderabrha Kiros (Mekelle University Ethiopia)
  • Determinants of Extent of Food Security among Actors along the Vegetable Supply Chain in Ghana
    Robert Aidoo (KNUST), Seth Etuah (KNUST), Ernest A. Akey (KNUST), Priscilla Agyemang (Presbyterian University College, Ghana), Goitom Abera Baisa (Mekelle University, Ethiopia)
1:30-2:40 p.m.
Practitioner and Policy Discourse on African Supply Chains

Session Chair: Ike Ehie

  • Leveraging Blockchain Technology to Combat Counterfeit Drugs in the Nigerian Pharmaceutical Industry
    Ike Ehie (Kansas State University, USA), Madhav Sharma
  • Exploring the Paradox of Sustainable Logistics and Transportation in Nigeria: A Critical Analysis of Opportunities, Challenges, and Future Directions
    Aliyah Buhari, Giwa Olayiwola Mojeed (Both from School of Transport and Logistics, LASU, Nigeria)
  • Procurement Process Competency and Operational Performance of State Tertiary Institutions in Nigeria
    Usman Abbas (Kaduna State University, Nigeria)
2:55-3:55 p.m.
Paper Development Workshop

Session Chair: Adegoke Oke

  • Rasheed Olawale Azeez (Lagos State University, Nigeria)
  • Emmanuel Semako Gbesoevi (Lagos State University, Nigeria)
  • Olayemi Funmilayo Dickson (Lagos State University, Nigeria)
  • Adetoyese Oguntimehin, Ibraheem Abdul-Azeez, Samuel Odewumi (All from Lagos State University, Ojo, Nigeria)
4:10-5:10 p.m.
General Supply Chains

Session Chair: Henry Kofi Mensah

  • Technological Capabilities and Supply Chain Value Creation; Exploring the Roles of Circular Economy Practices and Organizational Climate
    Henry Kofi Mensah, Ahmed Agyapong, Gilbert Anyowuo Okyere, Osman Abubakari Sadik (All from KNUST, Ghana), Emmanuel Kweku Quansah (CARISCA Research Faculty, Ghana), Klenam Korbla Ledi (KNUST, Ghana), Kidusan Ejigu Berihun ( Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia)
  • The mediating role of international alliance learning process between virtual interfirm integration and international partner investment
    Mawuli Amedofu, Nathaniel Boso, Abdul Samed Muntaka, Dorcas Nuertey, Eric Fosu Oteng-Abayie (All from KNUST, Ghana)
  • Supply chain integration and environmental performance: the mediating role of innovative capacity.
    Abdul Samed Muntaka, Isaac Apike, Bonaventure Naab Dery, David Antwi, Anane-Adjei Caleb (All from KNUST, Ghana)
7:30-8:30 a.m.

Registration and Coffee

8:30-9:45 a.m.

Keynote Session

  • Prof. Olayinka David-West, Dean, Lagos Business School: Digital Transformation and Inclusive Supply Chains in Africa
  • Mr. Raphael Ajayi, Director of Supply Chain, Fidson Pharmaceuticals: Managing Supply Chain Challenges in Nigeria's Pharmaceutical Industry
9:45-10:00 a.m.

15-minute changeover

10:00-11:00 a.m.

Parallel Sessions

Sectoral Supply Chains

Session Chair: John Serbe Marfo

  • Driving Innovation for Sustainable Agricultural Supply Chains in Nigeria: Opportunities, Challenges, and Pathways to Resilience
    Maryam Atolagbe (Lagos State University, Nigeria)
  • Financing Healthcare SMEs in Nigeria: A Supply Chain Finance Approach
    Jonathan Ikeolumba (Lagos Business School, Nigeria)
  • Supply Chain Innovation and Financial Performance of Agro-Processing Firms in a Developing Economy: The Moderating Role of Supply Chain Disruption and Informal Institutional Voids
    Owusu Boahen, Ahmed Agyapong, Abdul Samed Muntaka, Bylon Abeeku Bamfo (All from KNUST), Emmanuel Quansah (Southampton Solent University)
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Emerging Issues in Global Supply Chains

Session Chair: Mercy Ibrahim Boyis

  • An assessment of the impact of technology adoption amongst SMEs on consumer satisfaction in urban areas.
    Grace Akinmolayan (Lagos State University, Nigeria)
  • Examining Barriers to Environmentally sustainability practices in the logistic operation of SMEs in Ethiopia: the PLS-SEM approach
    Kidisan Berihun (Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia)
  • The Role of Data Management Tools in Reverse Logistics for Multi Program Pharmaceutical Waste: Insights from MEBS Global’s 2024 Pharmaceutical Waste Drive for Global Fund
    Amaka Agusiobo, Anthony Anammah, Sunday Adeola, Susan Adeleke, Yewan Ishaya, Micah Timothy, Shitu Zayyanu, Abdulazeez Raji, Kasham Allahmagani, John Damma (All from MEBS Global LLC, Nigeria)
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General Supply Chains

Session Chair: Ejem Ejem

  • Evaluating the Logistics Agility of Petroleum Products Distribution in Nigeria
    Ejem Ejem (The Federal University of Technology Owerri, Nigeria), Christopher A. Ucheobi, Geraldine N. Okeudo, Ejem A. Ejem, Shirgba T. Aikor, Goodluck T. Njoku
  • Fostering Collaborative Sustainability in Lagos State's Supply Chains: Strategic Approaches, Key Challenges, and Effective Best Practices
    Anuoluwa Savage, Giwa O.M, Nze H.C, Oladeinde C.K, Buhari A.O, Fakunmoju T.T. (School of Transport and Logistics, Nigeria)
  • Global Supply Chain Management and Organizational Performance of Multi-National Companies in Ogun State, Nigeria
    Titilayo Folarori, Richard Akindele (Bells University of Technology, Nigeria)
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11:00-11:15 a.m.

15-minute changeover

11:15-12:30 p.m.

Parallel Sessions

Reimagining Africa’s Supply Chains for a Sustainable Future

Session Chair: Busayo Ibikunle

  • Decoding the link between supply chain entrainment and sustainability: diving into the influential roles of supply chain governance and supply chain collaboration
    Omega Hlortu (KNUST, Ghana), Kingsley Arthur (University of Energy and Natural Resources, Ghana), Sampson Adom (KNUST, Ghana)
  • Evaluating the Efficiency of Supply Chain Management in Toyota's Local Distribution in Lagos, Nigeria
    Emmanuel Oyeleke, Ibraheem Forson Abdul-Azeez (Both from Lagos State University, Nigeria)
  • Power Distance, Individualism, and Sustainable Supply Chain Performance: The Moderating Role of Green Supply Chain Practices in Manufacturing SMEs in Nairobi County
    Allan Waweru (Strathmore University, Kenya)
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Sectoral Supply Chains

Session Chair: Ayobami Folarin Elegunde

  • Revolutionising pharmaceutical supply chains in Nigeria: Exploring blockchain for enhanced transparency and trust
    Aniekan Essien (University of Bristol, UK), Teslim Bukoye (University of Bath, UK), George Ayebameru
  • Analysis of the Impact of Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) on Medical Waste Disposal in Selected Primary Health Centers (PHCs) in Alimosho, Lagos
    Bolanle Ibraheem, Christy Bisiriyu, Ibraheem Abdul-Azeez Forson (All from Lagos State University, Ojo, Nigeria)
  • Evaluating Reverse Logistics Practices of Essential Medicines in Community Pharmacies Within Alimosho Local Government Area, Lagos State
    Shakir Falade, Lamidi Alabi Oluwatosin Labbayka (All from Lagos State University, Ojo, Nigeria)
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General Supply Chains

Session Chair: Ibraheem Abdulazeez Forson

  • Examining the Relationship between Road Service Quality and Road Traffic Crashes in Lagos Nigeria.
    Jayeola Fatuase, Ibraheem Abdulazeez Forson (Lagos State University)
  • Implementing reverse logistics practices in the supply chain: A case study analysis of Recycling Firms.
    Musa Mbago (Makerere University Business School, Uganda)
  • Turning the Tables on Supplier Opportunism: Supply Chain Governance as a Catalyst for Sustainable Supply Chains
    Omega Hlortu, Emmanuel Owusu, Comfort Esi Essuan (All from KNUST, Ghana)
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12:30-1:25 p.m.

Lunch

1:25-2:45 p.m.

Journal Editors Panel Session

Moderator: Adegoke Oke

  • Constantin Blome, Consulting Editor, International Journal of Operations and Production Management (IJOPM)
  • Glenn Richey, Co-Editor-in-Chief Journal of Business Logistics (JBL)
  • Britta Gammelgaard, Editor-in-Chief, International Journal of Logistics Management (IJLM)
  • Wendy Tate, Editor Emeriti, Journal of Supply Chain Management (JSCM)
  • Hannah Stolze, Co-editor in Chief, Journal of Supply Chain Management (JSCM)
2:45-3:00 p.m.

15-minute changeover

3:00-4:00 p.m.

Parallel Sessions

Africa Supply Network Research Accelerator (ASN-RA)

Session Chair: Balogun Mustapha

  • Re-interpreting Formal-Informal Sector Business Relationships in the African Markets: A Complex Adaptive Systems Perspective
    Priscilla Addo Asamany (KNUST), Caleb Amankwaa Kumi (KNUST), Felix Mogesa (Strathmore University Business School, Kenya), Kelvinne Mocke (University Of Pretoria, South Africa)
  • Scalability Of Relationships in Construction Procurement in Sub-Saharan Africa
    Busha Temesgen (Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia), Usman Abbas (Kaduna State University, Nigeria), Esther Nandara (Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration)
  • How Africa’s supply chains help propel African countries and their businesses to a more sustainable future
    Adetola Adigun (Lagos State University, Nigeria)
More details
General Supply Chains

Session Chair: Ogochukwu Ugboma

  • Cold Chain Logistics Capability and Agri-Food Product Quality Performance. The Role of Supply chain financing
    Abdul Samed Muntaka, Isaac Akurugu Apike, David Antwi (All from KNUST), Ogochukwu Ugboma (Lagos State University, Nigeria)
  • Restructuring the Cold Chain Logistics Management of Quality Fresh Fruits And Vegetables To Aid Food And Nutrition Security In Lagos Metropolis.
    Olaitan Oladipo, Ibraheem-Forson Abdul-Azeez, Ogazie Esther Chidinma (All from Lagos State University)
  • Brand trust and supply chain transparency: the mediating effects of Word of Mouth on Logistics companies in Lagos, Nigeria
    Balogun Mustapha Tosin (Lagos State University, Nigeria)
More details
Emerging Issues in Global Supply Chains

Session Chair: Fatai Abdul Yakeen

  • Blockchain-Enabled Food Supply Chains: Enhancing Sustainability and Food Security in Nigeria
    Jonathan Ikeolumba (Lagos Business School, Nigeria)
  • Assessment of passenger safety and security concerns associated with e-hailing transport services in Lagos
    Busola Kolade, Ibraheem Abdul-Azeez Forson (All from Lagos State University, Ojo, Nigeria)
  • A study of emergency logistics practices among littoral communities of Ojo local government Area of Lagos state,Nigeria.
    Sidiqut Bankole (Lagos State University, Nigeria)
More details
4:00-4:15 p.m.

15-minute changeover

4:15-5:15 p.m.

Parallel Sessions

Reimagining Africa’s Supply Chains for a Sustainable Future

Session Chair: Abdul Samed Muntaka

  • Digital tools and AI: Using technology to monitor carbon emissions and waste at each stage of the supply chain, enabling real-time adjustments for sustainability improvements
    Blessing Ameh (University of West Georgia, United States)
  • Reducing Food Waste in Production: A Field Experiment in Ghana
    Mahyar Eftekhar (Arizona State University, USA), Yanchong (Karen) Zheng, Xinming Liu (MIT Sloan), Richard Boso (CARISCA)
  • Supply Chain Carbon Emission Accounting and Decarbonization Strategies in the Nigerian Upstream Oil and Gas Sector: A Critical Assessment
    Jonathan Ikeolumba (Lagos Business School, Nigeria)
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Emerging Issues in Global Supply Chains

Session Chair: Dominic Essuman

  • Mechanisms enabling supply chain managers in a developing country to transform supply chains during disruptions
    Dominic Essuman (The University of Sheffield, UK), Emmanuel Quansah (CARISCA Research Faculty, Ghana), Assilah Agigi (University of Pretoria, South Africa), Ishmael Nanaba Acquah (University of Education Winneba, Ghana)
  • Digital technology deployment and firm resilience: The influence mechanisms of supply chain agility and digital capability
    Emmanuel Anin, Henry Ataburo (Kumasi Technical University, Ghana), Dominic Essuman (The University of Sheffield, UK)
More details
Sectoral Supply Chains

Session Chair: Richard Boso

  • Financing Healthcare SMEs in Nigeria: A Supply Chain Finance Approach
    Jonathan Ikeolumba (Lagos Business School, Nigeria)
  • Factors Influencing Women Empowerment: Evidence from Vegetable Supply Chains in Ghana
    Robert Aidoo (KNUST), Seth Etuah (KNUST), Ernest Amegawovor Akey (KNUST), Priscilla Agyemang (Presbyterian University College, Ghana), Goitom Abera Baisa (Mekelle University, Ethiopia)
  • Envisioning Post Harvest Waste reduction of agricultural produce along the Mambila/Mubi and Jalingo supply chain corridor for sustainable food security in Nigeria
    Charles Asenime (Lagos State University, Nigeria)
More details
6:30-9:00 p.m.

Conference Dinner

  • Keynote Speaker: Engr. Olasunkanmi Morenikeji Ojowuro, Director, Transport Operations, Lagos State Ministry of Transportation
8:30-9:45 a.m.

Keynote Session

  • Prof. Olayinka David-West, Dean, Lagos Business School: Digital Transformation and Inclusive Supply Chains in Africa
  • Mr. Raphael Ajayi, Director of Supply Chain, Fidson Pharmaceuticals: Managing Supply Chain Challenges in Nigeria's Pharmaceutical Industry
10:00-11:00 a.m.

Sectoral Supply Chains

Session Chair: John Serbe Marfo

  • Driving Innovation for Sustainable Agricultural Supply Chains in Nigeria: Opportunities, Challenges, and Pathways to Resilience
    Maryam Atolagbe (Lagos State University, Nigeria)
  • Financing Healthcare SMEs in Nigeria: A Supply Chain Finance Approach
    Jonathan Ikeolumba (Lagos Business School, Nigeria)
  • Supply Chain Innovation and Financial Performance of Agro-Processing Firms in a Developing Economy: The Moderating Role of Supply Chain Disruption and Informal Institutional Voids
    Owusu Boahen, Ahmed Agyapong, Abdul Samed Muntaka, Bylon Abeeku Bamfo (All from KNUST), Emmanuel Quansah (Southampton Solent University)
11:15-12:30 p.m.

Reimagining Africa’s Supply Chains for a Sustainable Future

Session Chair: Henry Kofi Mensah

  • Decoding the link between supply chain entrainment and sustainability: diving into the influential roles of supply chain governance and supply chain collaboration
    Omega Hlortu (KNUST, Ghana), Kingsley Arthur (University of Energy and Natural Resources, Ghana), Sampson Adom (KNUST, Ghana)
  • Evaluating the Efficiency of Supply Chain Management in Toyota's Local Distribution in Lagos, Nigeria
    Emmanuel Oyeleke, Ibraheem Forson Abdul-Azeez (Both from Lagos State University, Nigeria)
  • Power Distance, Individualism, and Sustainable Supply Chain Performance: The Moderating Role of Green Supply Chain Practices in Manufacturing SMEs in Nairobi County
    Allan Waweru (Strathmore University, Kenya)
1:25-2:45 p.m.

Journal Editors Panel Session

Moderator: Adegoke Oke

  • Constantin Blome, Consulting Editor, International Journal of Operations and Production Management (IJOPM)
  • Glenn Richey, Co-Editor-in-Chief Journal of Business Logistics (JBL)
  • Britta Gammelgaard, Editor-in-Chief, International Journal of Logistics Management (IJLM)
  • Wendy Tate, Editor Emeriti, Journal of Supply Chain Management (JSCM)
  • Hannah Stolze, Co-editor in Chief, Journal of Supply Chain Management (JSCM)
3:00-4:00 p.m.

Africa Supply Network Research Accelerator(ASN-RA)

Moderator: Balogun Mustapha

  • Re-interpreting Formal-Informal Sector Business Relationships in the African Markets: A Complex Adaptive Systems Perspective
    Priscilla Addo Asamany (KNUST), Caleb Amankwaa Kumi (KNUST), Felix Mogesa (Strathmore University Business School, Kenya), Kelvinne Mocke (University Of Pretoria, South Africa)
  • Scalability Of Relationships in Construction Procurement in Sub-Saharan Africa
    Busha Temesgen (Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia), Usman Abbas (Kaduna State University, Nigeria), Esther Nandara (Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration)
  • How Africa’s supply chains help propel African countries and their businesses to a more sustainable future
    Adetola Adigun (Lagos State University, Nigeria)
4:15-5:15 p.m.

Reimagining Africa’s Supply Chains for a Sustainable Future

Session Chair: Abdul Samed Muntaka

  • Digital tools and AI: Using technology to monitor carbon emissions and waste at each stage of the supply chain, enabling real-time adjustments for sustainability improvements
    Blessing Ameh (University of West Georgia, United States)
  • Reducing Food Waste in Production: A Field Experiment in Ghana
    Mahyar Eftekhar (Arizona State University, USA), Yanchong (Karen) Zheng, Xinming Liu (MIT Sloan), Richard Boso (CARISCA)
  • Supply Chain Carbon Emission Accounting and Decarbonization Strategies in the Nigerian Upstream Oil and Gas Sector: A Critical Assessment
    Jonathan Ikeolumba (Lagos Business School, Nigeria)
6:30-9:00 p.m.

Conference Dinner

  • Keynote Speaker: Engr. Olasunkanmi Morenikeji Ojowuro, Director, Transport Operations, Lagos State Ministry of Transportation
10:00-11:00 a.m.

Emerging Issues in Global Supply Chains

Session Chair: Mercy Ibrahim Boyis

  • An assessment of the impact of technology adoption amongst SMEs on consumer satisfaction in urban areas.
    Grace Akinmolayan (Lagos State University, Nigeria)
  • Examining Barriers to Environmentally sustainability practices in the logistic operation of SMEs in Ethiopia: the PLS-SEM approach
    Kidisan Berihun (Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia)
  • The Role of Data Management Tools in Reverse Logistics for Multi Program Pharmaceutical Waste: Insights from MEBS Global’s 2024 Pharmaceutical Waste Drive for Global Fund
    Amaka Agusiobo, Anthony Anammah, Sunday Adeola, Susan Adeleke, Yewan Ishaya, Micah Timothy, Shitu Zayyanu, Abdulazeez Raji, Kasham Allahmagani, John Damma (All from MEBS Global LLC, Nigeria)
11:15-12:30 p.m.

Sectoral Supply Chains

Session Chair: Ayobami Folarin Elegunde

  • Revolutionising pharmaceutical supply chains in Nigeria: Exploring blockchain for enhanced transparency and trust
    Aniekan Essien (University of Bristol, UK), Teslim Bukoye (University of Bath, UK), George Ayebameru
  • Analysis of the Impact of Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) on Medical Waste Disposal in Selected Primary Health Centers (PHCs) in Alimosho, Lagos
    Bolanle Ibraheem, Christy Bisiriyu, Ibraheem Abdul-Azeez Forson (All from Lagos State University, Ojo, Nigeria)
  • Evaluating Reverse Logistics Practices of Essential Medicines in Community Pharmacies Within Alimosho Local Government Area, Lagos State
    Shakir Falade, Lamidi Alabi Oluwatosin Labbayka (All from Lagos State University, Ojo, Nigeria)
3:00-4:00 p.m.

General Supply Chains

Session Chair: Ogochukwu Ugboma

  • Cold Chain Logistics Capability and Agri-Food Product Quality Performance. The Role of Supply chain financing
    Abdul Samed Muntaka, Isaac Akurugu Apike, David Antwi (All from KNUST), Ogochukwu Ugboma (Lagos State University, Nigeria)
  • Restructuring the Cold Chain Logistics Management of Quality Fresh Fruits And Vegetables To Aid Food And Nutrition Security In Lagos Metropolis.
    Olaitan Oladipo, Ibraheem-Forson Abdul-Azeez, Ogazie Esther Chidinma (All from Lagos State University)
  • Brand trust and supply chain transparency: the mediating effects of Word of Mouth on Logistics companies in Lagos, Nigeria
    Balogun Mustapha Tosin (Lagos State University, Nigeria)
4:15-5:15 p.m.

Emerging Issues in Global Supply Chains

Session Chair: Dominic Essuman

  • Mechanisms enabling supply chain managers in a developing country to transform supply chains during disruptions
    Dominic Essuman (The University of Sheffield, UK), Emmanuel Quansah (CARISCA Research Faculty, Ghana), Assilah Agigi (University of Pretoria, South Africa), Ishmael Nanaba Acquah (University of Education Winneba, Ghana)
  • Digital technology deployment and firm resilience: The influence mechanisms of supply chain agility and digital capability
    Emmanuel Anin, Henry Ataburo (Kumasi Technical University, Ghana), Dominic Essuman (The University of Sheffield, UK)
10:00-11:00 a.m.

General Supply Chains

Session Chair: Ejem Ejem

  • Evaluating the Logistics Agility of Petroleum Products Distribution in Nigeria
    Ejem Ejem (The Federal University of Technology Owerri, Nigeria), Christopher A. Ucheobi, Geraldine N. Okeudo, Ejem A. Ejem, Shirgba T. Aikor, Goodluck T. Njoku
  • Fostering Collaborative Sustainability in Lagos State's Supply Chains: Strategic Approaches, Key Challenges, and Effective Best Practices
    Anuoluwa Savage, Giwa O.M, Nze H.C, Oladeinde C.K, Buhari A.O, Fakunmoju T.T. (School of Transport and Logistics, Nigeria)
  • Global Supply Chain Management and Organizational Performance of Multi-National Companies in Ogun State, Nigeria
    Titilayo Folarori, Richard Akindele (Bells University of Technology, Nigeria)
11:15-12:30 p.m.

General Supply Chains

Session Chair: Ibraheem Abdulazeez Forson

  • Examining the Relationship between Road Service Quality and Road Traffic Crashes in Lagos Nigeria.
    Jayeola Fatuase, Ibraheem Abdulazeez Forson (Lagos State University)
  • Implementing reverse logistics practices in the supply chain: A case study analysis of Recycling Firms.
    Musa Mbago (Makerere University Business School, Uganda)
  • Turning the Tables on Supplier Opportunism: Supply Chain Governance as a Catalyst for Sustainable Supply Chains
    Omega Hlortu, Emmanuel Owusu, Comfort Esi Essuan (All from KNUST, Ghana)
3:00-4:00 p.m.

Emerging Issues in Global Supply Chains

Session Chair: Fatai Abdul Yakeen

  • Blockchain-Enabled Food Supply Chains: Enhancing Sustainability and Food Security in Nigeria
    Jonathan Ikeolumba (Lagos Business School, Nigeria)
  • Assessment of passenger safety and security concerns associated with e-hailing transport services in Lagos
    Busola Kolade, Ibraheem Abdul-Azeez Forson (All from Lagos State University, Ojo, Nigeria)
  • A study of emergency logistics practices among littoral communities of Ojo local government Area of Lagos state,Nigeria.
    Sidiqut Bankole (Lagos State University, Nigeria)
4:15-5:15 p.m.

Sectoral Supply Chains

Session Chair: Charles Asenime

  • Financing Healthcare SMEs in Nigeria: A Supply Chain Finance Approach
    Jonathan Ikeolumba (Lagos Business School, Nigeria)
  • Factors Influencing Women Empowerment: Evidence from Vegetable Supply Chains in Ghana
    Robert Aidoo (KNUST), Seth Etuah (KNUST), Ernest Amegawovor Akey (KNUST), Priscilla Agyemang (Presbyterian University College, Ghana), Goitom Abera Baisa (Mekelle University, Ethiopia)
  • Envisioning Post Harvest Waste reduction of agricultural produce along the Mambila/Mubi and Jalingo supply chain corridor for sustainable food security in Nigeria
    Charles Asenime (Lagos State University, Nigeria)
7:00-8:00 a.m.

Registration and Coffee

8:00-9:15 a.m.

Keynotes

  • Chief Mrs Chinwe Ezenwa, CEO, Lelook Nigeria Ltd
    Made in Africa, Moved by Africa: Local Manufacturing as a Catalyst for Supply Chain Sovereignty
  • Dr. Madu Obiora, Director-General, African Center for Supply Chain (ACSC), Nigeria
    Reimagining Africa's Supply Chains for a Sustainable Future
9:15-9:30 a.m.

15-minute changeover

9:30-10:30 a.m.

Parallel Sessions

General Supply Chains

Session Chair: Ejem A. Ejem

  • Investigating The Operational Modalities of Last-Mile Delivery in Metropolitan Lagos
    Christy Bisiriyu, Ibraheem Abdul-Azeez Forson, Taiwo Olufemi Salaam (All from LASU, Nigeria)
  • Estimating Airline Sustainability Model: Evidence from Nigeria’s Domestic Network
    Ejem A. Ejem (FUTO, Nigeria), Chigozie O. Amaechi, Aikor S.T., Precious N. Obieche, Blessing N. Ogbonnaya
  • Home delivery or self-collection: What influences Lagos residents' last-mile delivery methods?
    Ibraheem Abdul-Azeez, Okunlola Temitope, Ibraheem Bolanle, Elewude Tolulope (All from LASU)
  • Logistics Planning Performance Model for Improving Offshore Operations at the Gulf Of Guinea
    Ejem A. Ejem (FUTO), Uzodimma Oworo Aju, Aikor S.T., Precious N. Obieche, Blessing N. Ogbonnaya
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Practitioner and Policy Discourse on African Supply Chains

Session Chair: Samuel Odewumi

  • Supply Chain Digitization Interoperability in the Provision of Fourth Party Logistics (4PL) Service for Donor funded health programs in Nigeria
    David Kajotoni, Anthony Anammah (MEBS Global LLC)
  • Water Transport Crashes as a Disruptor of the Logistics and Supply Chain of Agricultural Products, Cases from Nigeria, Ghana, and Kenya
    Samuel Odewumi (LASU), Giwa Olayiwola
  • The Role of Risk Management and Stakeholders Engagement in Overcoming Supply chain operations Barriers in Security-Challenged Regions in Nigeria
    Shitu Zayyanu, Raji Abdulazeez, Micah Timothy, Anthony Anammah, Sunday Adeola, Susan Adeleke, Yewan Ishaya, Amaka Agusiobo, Folashade Oladimeji, Femi Olutayo (MEBS Global LLC)
  • Assessing the logistics of the Public School Children's Refreshment supply chain in Selected Areas in Metropolitan Lagos to improve its performance
    Abiola Fagbenro, Rofiat Rufai (LASU)
More details
Sectoral Supply Chains

Session Chair: Abdul Samed Muntaka

  • Environmental Strategy and Sustainable Supply Chain Performance in the Agro-processing Industry: The Mediating Role of Environmental Collaboration
    Abdul Samed Muntaka, Isaac Akurugu Apike, Abdul-Latif Mohammed, Sabastian Toreyele Kuusua (KNUST, Ghana)
  • Assessment of project management sustainability practice on supply chain of Aluminium industry in Nigeria
    Rotimi Alebiosu, Dr Ibraheem Forson Abdul-Azeez (LASU)
  • Counterfeit Abortifacient Drugs in the Pharmaceutical Supply Chain: The Case of a Peri-Urban Health District in Ghana
    Richard Boso (KNUST), Osei T.A. Prempeh (GHS, Kumasi), Abigail A. Tetteh (ENT Nursing Training School, Kumasi)
  • Investigating Inventory Management Practices for Locally-manufactured non-cold chain Products in Nigeria's Pharmaceutical Industry
    Emmanuel Oji Ogah (Lagos Business School)
More details
10:30-10:40 a.m.

10-minute changeover

10:40-11:30 a.m.

Parallel Sessions

Emerging Issues in Global Supply Chains

Session Chair: John Serbe Marfo

  • AI Integration Readiness in Supply Chain Management of Health and Humanitarian Organizations in Developing Countries: The case of Ethiopia, July 2024.
    Zerihun Zekariyas (Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia)
  • Digital Transformation in Warehouse Management in Nigeria: A Literature Review
    Chinedu Okwara (FUTO, Nigeria)
  • Smart Warehousing: IoT-Enabled Inventory Management for African Supply Chains.
    Eunice Olujobi, Hammed Olawale Gazal (All from LASU)
More details
Sectoral Supply Chains

Session Chair: Abdul Samed Muntaka

  • Linking Social-Ecological Engagement and Supply Chain Resilience: The Mediating Role of Business Ecosystem Embeddedness in Agro-Food Processing SMEs
    Brenda Tumuramye, Benjamin Tukamuhabwa, Henry Mutebi, Laura A. Orobia, Godwin Ahimbisibwe, Jotham Byarugaba (Makerere University Business School, Uganda)
  • Exploring The Role of Pharmaceutical Product Importers in The Availability of Essential Medicines: A Case Study of Selected Importers in Idumota, Lagos, Nigeria
    Sylvester Anyogo (School of Transport and Logistics, Nigeria), Yakeen Fatai Abdul
  • Evaluating the Performance of the Ghana Integrated Logistics Management Information System (GhiLMIS) in the Supply Chain of Malaria Commodities in Accra Metropolis
    Meek Djokoto (37 Military Hospital, Accra), Joel Jeffrey Idun-Acquah (National Malaria Elimination Programme, Accra), Christian Ayin (St. Luke’s Catholic Hospital, Ghana)
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General Supply Chains

Session Chair: Abiola Fagbenro

  • Supply Chain Management Practices and Operational Efficiency of Selected Manufacturing Company in Lagos State, Nigeria
    Oloyede Lawal (LASU)
  • The Impact of Logistics Capability on Firm Performance: A Case Study of Paint Industries in Alimosho, Lagos State
    Kolawole Ajayi, Abiola Fagbenro (LASU)
  • Leveraging transformational leadership to mitigate the effect of supplier dependence on firm resilience to supply disruption
    Ishmael Nanaba Acquah (UEW, Ghana), David Asamoah (KNUST), Dominic Essuman (The University of Sheffield, UK), Abdul Samed Muntaka (KNUST), Emmanuel Kweku Quansah (Southampton Solent University, UK)
More details
11:30-12:30 p.m.

Lunch

12:30-1:30 p.m.

Parallel Sessions

Reimagining Africa’s Supply Chains for a Sustainable Future

Session Chair: Christy Bisiriyu

  • Assessing the Socio-Psychological Impacts of Transportation Infrastructure on Residents in Lagos State, Nigeria
    Hana Nze, Giwa O.M, Savage A.D,Buhari A.O, Oladeinde C.K, Fakunmoju T.T (All from LASU)
  • Improving the Service Quality Policy of The Last Mile Delivery of Imported Frozen Fish Supply Chain in Lagos Metropolis
    Aishat Ojikutu-Eghomwanre, Eseosa Eghomwanre (LASU)
  • Eco-Friendly Sourcing: Strategies for Sustainable Procurement towards a Greener Future
    Henry Onovo, Emelieze Michael (Federal Polytechnic of Oil and Gas, Bonny, Rivers State, Nigeria)
  • Driving Sustainability in Africa’s Supply Chains: Empowering Consumers and Transforming Organizational Practices Through Proactive, Sustainable Planning and Awareness for a Greener Future
    Odunayo Rachael Adeniji (Consultant - Supply Chain Sis, Nigeria)
More details
General Supply Chains

Session Chair: Yusuf Adedayo Lawal

  • Global supply chain disruptions and the role of Central Banks - A cross-country comparison in the Global South (2010-2024)
    Carolina Moreno Suárez (Universidad de los Andes, Columbia)
  • Africa's Supply Chain Future: Integrating ESG, Digital Technologies, and Collaborative Governance.
    Ayobami Lawal (Nigeria)
  • Sustainable Logistics and Transportation Management During Global Supply-Chain Uncertainties
    Oluwaseun Falope, Ibraheem Forson Abdul-Azeez (LASU)
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Sectoral Supply Chains

Session Chair: Adetoyese Olubunmi Oguntimehin

  • Supply Chain Management: Cost Reduction Strategies in Warehouse Operations in the Mobile Accessories Industry in Lagos, Nigeria
    Taiwo Taiye Olajide (LASU)
  • Machine Learning Approaches in Traffic Management in Metropolitan Lagos
    Adekunle Samuel (LASU)
  • Innovative Financing and Healthcare Sustainability: Evidence from Last Mile Health Supply Chain Policy in Lagos State Primary Healthcare Services
    Ibrahim Hassan (LASU)
More details
1:30-2:30 p.m.

Inclusion in Supply Chain Panel Session

Moderator: Ogochukwu Ugboma

  • Mfon Ekong Usoro, President, Chartered Institute for Logistics and Transport, Nigeria
  • Ivy Owusu Apea, CEO, Cirrus Oil
  • Ramatu Abdulkadir, Senior Program Manager, LEARN Logistics
  • Funmilayo Olotu, CEO, B.O.O.M. Consult; Retired AGM Tariff & Billing, NPA; Former Port Manager of Calabar Port & Lagos Port, Apapa
  • Yemisi Bolumole, Professor of Supply Chain Management, University of Tennessee
2:30-3:00 p.m.

Conference Close

8:00-9:15 a.m.

Keynote Session

  • Chief Mrs Chinwe Ezenwa, CEO, Lelook Nigeria Ltd,
    Made in Africa, Moved by Africa: Local Manufacturing as a Catalyst for Supply Chain Sovereignty
  • Dr. Madu Obiora, Director-General, African Center for Supply Chain (ACSC), Nigeria
    Reimagining Africa's Supply Chains for a Sustainable Future
9:30-10:30 a.m.

General Supply Chains

Session Chair: Ejem Ejem

  • Investigating The Operational Modalities of Last-Mile Delivery in Metropolitan Lagos
    Christy Bisiriyu, Ibraheem Abdul-Azeez Forson, Taiwo Olufemi Salaam (All from LASU, Nigeria)
  • Estimating Airline Sustainability Model: Evidence from Nigeria’s Domestic Network
    Ejem A. Ejem (FUTO, Nigeria), Chigozie O. Amaechi, Aikor S.T., Precious N. Obieche, Blessing N. Ogbonnaya
  • Home delivery or self-collection: What influences Lagos residents' last-mile delivery methods?
    Ibraheem Abdul-Azeez, Okunlola Temitope, Ibraheem Bolanle, Elewude Tolulope (All from LASU)
  • Logistics Planning Performance Model for Improving Offshore Operations at the Gulf Of Guinea
    Ejem A. Ejem (FUTO), Uzodimma Oworo Aju, Aikor S.T., Precious N. Obieche, Blessing N. Ogbonnaya
10:40-11:30 a.m.

Emerging Issues in Global Supply Chains

Session Chair: John Serbe Marfo

  • AI Integration Readiness in Supply Chain Management of Health and Humanitarian Organizations in Developing Countries: The case of Ethiopia, July 2024.
    Zerihun Zekariyas (Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia)
  • Digital Transformation in Warehouse Management in Nigeria: A Literature Review
    Chinedu Okwara (FUTO, Nigeria)
  • Smart Warehousing: IoT-Enabled Inventory Management for African Supply Chains.
    Eunice Olujobi, Hammed Olawale Gazal (All from LASU)
12:30-1:30 p.m.

Reimagining Africa’s Supply Chains for a Sustainable Future

Session Chair: Christy Bisiriyu

  • Assessing the Socio-Psychological Impacts of Transportation Infrastructure on Residents in Lagos State, Nigeria
    Hana Nze, Giwa O.M, Savage A.D,Buhari A.O, Oladeinde C.K, Fakunmoju T.T (All from LASU)
  • Improving the Service Quality Policy of The Last Mile Delivery of Imported Frozen Fish Supply Chain in Lagos Metropolis
    Aishat Ojikutu-Eghomwanre, Eseosa Eghomwanre (LASU)
  • Eco-Friendly Sourcing: Strategies for Sustainable Procurement towards a Greener Future
    Henry Onovo, Emelieze Michael (Federal Polytechnic of Oil and Gas, Bonny, Rivers State, Nigeria)
  • Driving Sustainability in Africa’s Supply Chains: Empowering Consumers and Transforming Organizational Practices Through Proactive, Sustainable Planning and Awareness for a Greener Future
    Odunayo Rachael Adeniji (Consultant - Supply Chain Sis, Nigeria)
1:30-2:30 p.m.

Inclusion in Supply Chain Panel Session

Moderator: Ogochukwu Ugboma

  • Mfon Ekong Usoro, President, Chartered Institute for Logistics and Transport, Nigeria
  • Ivy Owusu Apea, CEO, Cirrus Oil
  • Ramatu Abdulkadir, Senior Program Manager, LEARN Logistics
  • Funmilayo Olotu, CEO, B.O.O.M. Consult; Retired AGM Tariff & Billing, NPA; Former Port Manager of Calabar Port & Lagos Port, Apapa
  • Yemisi Bolumole, Professor of Supply Chain Management, University of Tennessee
9:30-10:30 a.m.

Practitioner & Policy Discourse on African Supply Chains

Session Chair: Samuel Odewumi

  • Supply Chain Digitization Interoperability in the Provision of Fourth Party Logistics (4PL) Service for Donor funded health programs in Nigeria
    David Kajotoni, Anthony Anammah (MEBS Global LLC)
  • Water Transport Crashes as a Disruptor of the Logistics and Supply Chain of Agricultural Products, Cases from Nigeria, Ghana, and Kenya
    Samuel Odewumi (LASU), Giwa Olayiwola
  • The Role of Risk Management and Stakeholders Engagement in Overcoming Supply chain operations Barriers in Security-Challenged Regions in Nigeria
    Shitu Zayyanu, Raji Abdulazeez, Micah Timothy, Anthony Anammah, Sunday Adeola, Susan Adeleke, Yewan Ishaya, Amaka Agusiobo, Folashade Oladimeji, Femi Olutayo (MEBS Global LLC)
  • Assessing the logistics of the Public School Children's Refreshment supply chain in Selected Areas in Metropolitan Lagos to improve its performance
    Abiola Fagbenro, Rofiat Rufai (LASU)
10:40-11:30 a.m.

Sectoral Supply Chains

Session Chair: Abdul Samed Muntaka

  • Linking Social-Ecological Engagement and Supply Chain Resilience: The Mediating Role of Business Ecosystem Embeddedness in Agro-Food Processing SMEs
    Brenda Tumuramye, Benjamin Tukamuhabwa, Henry Mutebi, Laura A. Orobia, Godwin Ahimbisibwe, Jotham Byarugaba (Makerere University Business School, Uganda)
  • Exploring The Role of Pharmaceutical Product Importers in The Availability of Essential Medicines: A Case Study of Selected Importers in Idumota, Lagos, Nigeria
    Sylvester Anyogo (School of Transport and Logistics, Nigeria), Yakeen Fatai Abdul
  • Evaluating the Performance of the Ghana Integrated Logistics Management Information System (GhiLMIS) in the Supply Chain of Malaria Commodities in Accra Metropolis
    Meek Djokoto (37 Military Hospital, Accra), Joel Jeffrey Idun-Acquah (National Malaria Elimination Programme, Accra), Christian Ayin (St. Luke’s Catholic Hospital, Ghana)
12:30-1:30 p.m.

General Supply Chains

Session Chair: Yusuf Adedayo Lawal

  • Global supply chain disruptions and the role of Central Banks - A cross-country comparison in the Global South (2010-2024)
    Carolina Moreno Suárez (Universidad de los Andes, Columbia)
  • Africa's Supply Chain Future: Integrating ESG, Digital Technologies, and Collaborative Governance.
    Ayobami Lawal (Nigeria)
  • Sustainable Logistics and Transportation Management During Global Supply-Chain Uncertainties
    Oluwaseun Falope, Ibraheem Forson Abdul-Azeez (LASU)
9:30-10:30 a.m.

Sectoral Supply Chains

Session Chair: Abdul Samed Muntaka

  • Environmental Strategy and Sustainable Supply Chain Performance in the Agro-processing Industry: The Mediating Role of Environmental Collaboration
    Abdul Samed Muntaka, Isaac Akurugu Apike, Abdul-Latif Mohammed, Sabastian Toreyele Kuusua (KNUST, Ghana)
  • Assessment of project management sustainability practice on supply chain of Aluminium industry in Nigeria
    Rotimi Alebiosu, Dr Ibraheem Forson Abdul-Azeez (LASU)
  • Counterfeit Abortifacient Drugs in the Pharmaceutical Supply Chain: The Case of a Peri-Urban Health District in Ghana
    Richard Boso (KNUST), Osei T.A. Prempeh (GHS, Kumasi), Abigail A. Tetteh (ENT Nursing Training School, Kumasi)
  • Investigating Inventory Management Practices for Locally-manufactured non-cold chain Products in Nigeria's Pharmaceutical Industry
    Emmanuel Oji Ogah (Lagos Business School)
10:40-11:30 a.m.

General Supply Chains

Session Chair: Abiola Fagbenro

  • Supply Chain Management Practices and Operational Efficiency of Selected Manufacturing Company in Lagos State, Nigeria
    Oloyede Lawal (LASU)
  • The Impact of Logistics Capability on Firm Performance: A Case Study of Paint Industries in Alimosho, Lagos State
    Kolawole Ajayi, Abiola Fagbenro (LASU)
  • Leveraging transformational leadership to mitigate the effect of supplier dependence on firm resilience to supply disruption
    Ishmael Nanaba Acquah (UEW, Ghana), David Asamoah (KNUST), Dominic Essuman (The University of Sheffield, UK), Abdul Samed Muntaka (KNUST), Emmanuel Kweku Quansah (Southampton Solent University, UK)
12:30-1:30 p.m.

Sectoral Supply Chains

Session Chair: Adetoyese Olubunmi Oguntimehin

  • Supply Chain Management: Cost Reduction Strategies in Warehouse Operations in the Mobile Accessories Industry in Lagos, Nigeria
    Taiwo Taiye Olajide (LASU)
  • Machine Learning Approaches in Traffic Management in Metropolitan Lagos
    Adekunle Samuel (LASU)
  • Innovative Financing and Healthcare Sustainability: Evidence from Last Mile Health Supply Chain Policy in Lagos State Primary Healthcare Services
    Ibrahim Hassan (LASU)
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