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Kaduna Business School

Adedokun Lateef Adetunji

Adedokun Lateef Adetunji

Banking, Finance and Insurance

Background

Adedokun Lateef Adetunji is a distinguished academic with over two decades of expertise in teaching, research, and curriculum development in banking, finance, and insurance education. A Chief Lecturer at Kaduna Polytechnic, he is recognized for his extensive scholarly contributions, mentorship, and leadership in academic administration.

Adetunji’s work bridges academic theory and industry practice, equipping students with practical skills for successful careers in finance and insurance. His prolific output includes textbooks, journal articles, and conference presentations that address critical challenges in economic development, financial systems, and insurance practices.

Education

  • B.Sc. in Banking and Finance, Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin (2017–2019)
  • Higher National Diploma (HND) in Insurance, Lagos State Polytechnic, Lagos (1995–1997)
  • National Diploma (ND) in Insurance, The Polytechnic, Ibadan (1990–1992)
  • Diploma in Computer Studies, Anab Computer Training School, Kaduna (2002–2003)
  • Secondary Education, Timi Agbale Grammar School, Ede (1980–1985)
  • Primary Education, Baptist Practicing School, Ede (1973–1979)

Professional Qualifications

  • Senior Member, Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (HCIB), 2018
  • Associate, Chartered Insurance Institute of Nigeria (ACIIN), 2015
  • Member, Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN), 2013

Areas of Expertise

  • Banking and Finance Education: Designing and delivering comprehensive courses to prepare students for professional certifications.
  • Insurance Practices: Expertise in underwriting, claims management, and risk assessment.
  • Curriculum Development: Crafting academic frameworks that align with industry and accreditation standards.
  • Research and Publications: Extensive experience in publishing peer-reviewed articles and guiding student research.
  • Academic Administration: Leadership in departmental management, staff development, and student mentorship.

Honors and Achievements

  • Instrumental in publishing academic textbooks widely used across Nigerian polytechnics.
  • Recognized for contributions to academic excellence and curriculum innovation at Kaduna Polytechnic.
  • Prolific contributor to conferences and journals on topics of economic growth, financial systems, and insurance.

Academic Contributions

Publications

Textbooks

  • Introduction to Insurance, D’Lord Printing and Publishing Company (2013)
  • Banking Theory and Practice (Co-authored), D’Lord Printing and Publishing Company (2013)
  • Elements of Insurance, D’Lord Press and Publishers (2013)
  • Principles and Practice of Insurance, Kadpoly Spider Press Ltd. (2020)

Journal Articles

  • Interface of Insurance and Economic Growth: Nigerian Experience, International Journal of Economics and Financial Issues, Vol. 8 No. 4 (2018), pp. 16-26.
  • Econometric Study of Financial Deepening and Economic Growth in Nigeria, Journal of Economics and Finance, Vol. 2 No. 2 (2018), pp. 112-127.
  • Assessment of the Causal Link between Insurance Industry Activity and Nigeria’s Economic Growth, Business and Management Forum Journal, Vol. 9 No. 1 (2019), pp. 81-99.
  • Insurance Premiums and Claims Management in Nigeria: Issues and Challenges, Journal of Economics and Finance, Vol. 3 No. 1 (2019), pp. 172-186.
  • The Effectiveness of Personal Income Tax Administration in Kaduna State (2006–2010), Business and Management Forum Journal, Vol. 5 No. 1 (2013), pp. 81-91.
  • Appraisal of Pensions Administration in Nigeria: The Old and the New Pension Schemes, International Journal of Empirical Research Development, Vol. 3 No. 1 (2016), pp. 17-37.
  • Nexus of Economic Growth and Infrastructural Financing in Nigeria: A Granger Causality Analysis, Journal of Economics and Finance, Vol. 3 No. 2 (2019), pp. 328-335.
  • Foreign Direct Investment and Economic Growth: The Nigerian Experience, FUDMA Journal of Politics and International Affairs, Vol. 3 No. 2 (2020), pp. 129-141.
  • Influence of Financial Management Regulations on Microfinance Banks’ Services to Micro-Entrepreneurs, Journal of Business and Economy, Vol. 11 No. 2 (2020), pp. 147-155.
  • Entrepreneurship: A Panacea to Socio-Economic Development in Nigeria, Business and Management Forum Journal, Vol. 3 No. 1 (2010), pp. 119-127.
  • Insurance Needs as a Motivational Package for Secondary School Teachers in Kaduna Township, Business and Management Forum Journal, Vol. 5 No. 1 (2013), pp. 67-80.

Conference Papers
Presented at major national and international conferences, including:

  • Small Scale Industry: A Panacea for the Nigerian Economic Problem, Nuhu Bamalli Polytechnic, Zaria (2014).
  • Implications of Cashless Economy in Nigeria, Kaduna Polytechnic (2014).
  • Problems and Prospects of Microfinance Banking in Nigeria, Ibarapa Polytechnic (2017).
  • Insurance Investment Fund and Capital Stock Growth in Nigeria, Kaduna State University (2021).

Professional Experience

Kaduna Polytechnic, Kaduna (1999–Present)

Chief Lecturer

  • Delivered courses in Insurance, Banking, Public Finance, and Business Finance.
  • Supervised undergraduate projects and academic research.
  • Developed examination materials and ensured quality in student assessments.
  • Authored curricula and served on multiple academic committees.

Head of Department (March 2021 – April 2024)

  • Directed departmental operations, ensuring academic excellence and compliance with institutional goals.
  • Oversaw curriculum implementation and staff development initiatives.

Acting Dean, School of Banking and Finance Studies (April 2021 – December 2021)

  • Coordinated academic programs, facilitated cross-departmental collaboration, and drove strategic initiatives for the School of Banking and Finance Studies.

Air Force Institute of Technology, Kaduna (2022–Present)

Visiting Senior Lecturer

  • Delivered advanced courses in finance and insurance, contributing to the development of military personnel’s financial literacy.

Key Administrative Roles

  • Departmental Examination Officer (2017–2021): Streamlined examination processes and ensured adherence to academic regulations.
  • Secretary, Departmental Curriculum Development Committee (2012–2016): Led the revision of course content to meet evolving industry standards.
  • Member, CBMS Strategic Committee (2020–Present): Contributed to the strategic planning and operational efficiency of the College of Business and Management Studies.