Dr. OALADIZA PRINCESS ABAH-MARCUS
BRIEF PROFILE
Dr. Olaladiza Princess Abah-Marcus, born on November 8th, 1988, in Bayelsa State, Nigeria, is a distinguished academic and professional in the field of accounting, known for her passion for education, research, and community development. She holds a Ph.D. in Accounting from Niger Delta University, earned in 2023, complementing her earlier achievements of an M.Sc. in Accounting from the same institution in 2021 and a B.Sc. in Accounting from Rivers State University of Science and Technology in 2008. Certified as a Certified National Accountant (CNA) by the Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN) in 2023, Dr. Olaladiza is also a member of the Chartered Institute of Management, Nigeria, showcasing her dedication to professional growth.
Currently serving as the Deputy Director of Consultancy at Federal University Otuoke, Dr. Olaladiza also holds the position of Lecturer II in the department of Accounting, Faculty of Management Sciences. Beginning her journey in academia as an Assistant Lecturer in 2021, her rapid progression reflects her exemplary dedication and expertise. Beyond academia, she has actively contributed to community empowerment initiatives, serving as a Finance Officer at the Fostering Achievement of Community Empowerment (FACE) Initiative and contributing to the Partners for Peace Network (P4P) in Bayelsa State.
A prolific researcher, Dr. Olaladiza’s publications in esteemed journals cover areas such as internal audit, financial management, and the banking sector’s role in economic growth. Notable works include analyses of environmental investments’ impact on financial performance and audit committee characteristics’ influence on financial reporting quality. Committed to continuous learning, she has participated in various training programs, enriching her expertise in areas such as research proposal writing, financial management, institutional advancement – alumni relations & university education in Nigeria, use of AI in teaching – research & community service and conflict analysis.
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