Collins Oboh | Accounting Ethics and Fraud Analysis | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Collins Oboh | Accounting Ethics and Fraud Analysis| Best Researcher Award

Dr.University of Lagos, Nigeria

Dr. C.S. Oboh is a distinguished academic in the field of Accounting, currently serving as a Lecturer I at the University of Lagos, Nigeria. With a PhD in Accounting and an M.Sc. in Forensic Accounting from Northumbria University, UK, Dr. Oboh has made significant contributions to the study of ethical decision-making, fraud prevention, and corporate governance through his extensive research and publications. His work spans both international and national journals, focusing on the ethical behavior of accountants and the impact of socio-demographic factors on decision-making in Nigeria. Dr. Oboh’s research is recognized for its relevance in addressing critical issues in accounting ethics.

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šŸŽ“ EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

šŸ« Northumbria University, UK šŸ“… Year: 2020 – 2021 šŸŽ“ Qualification: M.Sc. (Distinction) šŸ“˜ Field: Forensic Accounting šŸ« University of Lagos, Nigeria šŸ“… Year: 2012 – 2018 Ā Qualification: PhD šŸ“˜ Field: Accounting šŸ« University of Lagos, Nigeria šŸ“… Year: 2009 – 2011 šŸŽ“ Qualification: M.Sc. šŸ“˜ Field: Accounting šŸ« Nasarawa State University, Nigeria šŸ“… Year: 2004 – 2007 šŸŽ“ Qualification: B.Sc. (2:1) šŸ“˜ Field: Accountin šŸ« Air Force Secondary School, Makurdi, Nigeria] šŸ“… Year: 1996 – 2002 šŸŽ“ Qualification: SSCE/WAECšŸ« Air Force Primary School, Makurdi, Nigeria šŸ“… Year: 1990 – 1995 šŸŽ“ Qualification: First School Leaving Certificate

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION AND MEMBERSHIP

šŸ† Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA)
šŸ“… Year: 2015
šŸ¢ Institution: Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN)

šŸ“œ Member: Audit, Investigations, and Forensic Accounting Faculty
šŸ“… Year: 2023
šŸ¢ Institution: Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN)

šŸ’¼ WORK EXPERIENCE

šŸ‘Øā€šŸ« University of Lagos (UNILAG)šŸ“… Designation: Lecturer I Date: Oct. 2021 – Present šŸ‘Øā€šŸ« University of Lagos (UNILAG) šŸ“… Designation: Lecturer II Date: Oct. 2018 ā€“ Oct. 2021 šŸ‘Øā€šŸ« University of Lagos (UNILAG) šŸ“… Designation: Assistant Lecturer Ā Date: Mar. 2014 ā€“ Sept. 2018 šŸ“š School of Foundation Studies, UNILAG šŸ“… Designation: Subject Teacher (Accounting) Date: Mar. 2014 ā€“ Sept. 2020 šŸŽ“ Distance Learning Institute (DLI), UNILAG šŸ“… Designation: Adjunct Lecture Ā Date: May 2013 ā€“ May 2014 Ā Rabboni Christian Ventures (NYSC) Ā Designation: Manager šŸ—“ļø Date: Mar. 2008 ā€“ Mar. 2009

 

Strengths for the Award

  1. Expertise in Accounting Ethics and Fraud Analysis: The researcher, Dr. Oboh, has a profound focus on ethics and fraud analysis in accounting. His publications, such as ā€œMoral intensity and fraud rationalization behaviour among future accountants in Nigeriaā€ and ā€œEmotional intelligence and fraud tendency,ā€ highlight his deep engagement with understanding and improving ethical decision-making in the field.
  2. High-Impact Publications: Dr. Oboh has published extensively in reputable journals, demonstrating a strong impact in the field. His articles are well-cited, reflecting their significance and influence. For instance, his work on ā€œEthical decision-making among professional accountants in Nigeriaā€ is published in the Journal of Financial Reporting and Accounting, a leading journal in the field.
  3. Diverse Research Topics: His research covers a broad range of topics related to accounting ethics, including fraud detection, ethical decision-making processes, and corporate social responsibility. This diversity showcases his ability to address various dimensions of accounting ethics and fraud.
  4. Recognition and Professional Memberships: Dr. Oboh’s qualifications as an Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA) and his role as a member of the Audit, Investigations, and Forensic Accounting Faculty demonstrate his professional credibility and commitment to advancing the field.

Areas for Improvement

  1. Broader Geographic and Institutional Collaborations: While Dr. Obohā€™s work is highly focused on Nigeria, expanding collaborations with international researchers and institutions could further enhance the global impact of his research. This could involve joint studies or comparative research with other countries.
  2. Increased Practical Applications: To strengthen the practical application of his research, Dr. Oboh could focus on developing frameworks or tools based on his findings that can be implemented in real-world accounting practices. This would bridge the gap between theory and practice.
  3. Enhanced Research Visibility: Although his publications are impactful, increasing the visibility of his research through conferences, workshops, and public engagements could further amplify his influence in the field of accounting ethics and fraud analysis.

 

Publications:

 

Investment in Corporate Social Responsibility, Disclosure Practices, and Financial Performance of Banks in Nigeria

Authors: O.R. Oyewumi, O.A. Ogunmeru, C.S. Oboh

Published In: Future Business Journal, Vol. 4, No. 2, pp. 195-205

Year: 2018

Citations: 196

2. Perceived Relationship Between Corporate Capital Structure and Firm Value in Nigeria

Authors: S.B. Adeyemi, C.S. Oboh

Published By: Centre for Promoting Ideas, USA

Year: 2011

Citations: 147

3. Strategic Management Accounting and Decision Making: A Survey of the Nigerian Banks

Authors: C.S. Oboh, S.O. Ajibolade

Published In: Future Business Journal, Vol. 3, No. 2, pp. 119-137

Year: 2017

Citations: 120*

4. Working Capital Management and Financing Decision: Synergetic Effect on Corporate Profitability

Authors: S.O. Ajibolade, O.C. Sankay

Published In: International Journal of Management, Economics, and Social Sciences, Vol. 2, No. 4

Year: 2013

Citations: 68

5. Personal and Moral Intensity Determinants of Ethical Decision-Making: A Study of Accounting Professionals in Nigeria

Authors: C.S. Oboh

Published In: Journal of Accounting in Emerging Economies, Vol. 9, No. 1, pp. 148-180

Year: 2019

Citations: 47

6. Ethical Decision-Making Among Professional Accountants in Nigeria: The Influence of Ethical Ideology, Work Sector, and Types of Professional Membership

Authors: C.S. Oboh, S.O. Ajibolade, O.J. Otusanya

Published In: Journal of Financial Reporting and Accounting, Vol. 18, No. 2, pp. 389-422

Year: 2020

Citations: 44

7. A Critical Examination of Government Budgeting and Public Funds Management in Nigeria

Authors: S.O. Ajibolade, C.S. Oboh

Published In: International Journal of Public Leadership, Vol. 13, No. 4, pp. 218-242

Year: 2017

Citations: 42

8. Multiple Tax Practices and Taxpayersā€™ Non-Compliance Attitude in Nigeria

Authors: C.S. Oboh, O. Yeye, E.F. Isa

Published By: EuroJournals Publishing, Inc.

Year: 2013

Citations: 41*

9. An Empirical Analysis of Tax Leakages and Economic Growth in Nigeria

Authors: T.O. Adedeji, C.S. Oboh

Year: 2012

Citations: 40

10. Corporate Capital Structure and Corporate Market Value: Empirical Evidence from Nigeria

Authors: S.C. Oboh, E.F. Isa, A.C. Adekoya

Published By: Canadian Center of Science and Education

Year: 2012

Citations: 39

11. Accountants’ Perception of the Factors Influencing Auditors’ Ethical Behaviour in Nigeria

Authors: A.C. Adekoya, C.S. Oboh, O.R. Oyewumi

Published In: Heliyon, Vol. 6, No. 6

Year: 2020

Citations: 37

12. Profitability and Debt Capital Decision: A Reconsideration of the Pecking Order Model

Authors: S.C. Oboh, A.C. Adekoya, R.F. Adeyeye

Published By: Canadian Center of Science and Education

Year: 2013

Citations: 26

13. Personal Characteristics and Ethical Decision-Making Process of Accounting Professionals in Nigeria

Authors: C.S. Oboh, S.O. Ajibolade

Published In: Crawford Journal of Business & Social Sciences (CJBASS), Vol. 8, No. 1, pp. 1-23

Year: 2018

Citations: 18

14. Sociodemographic Variables and Ethical Decision-Making: A Survey of Professional Accountants in Nigeria

Authors: C.S. Oboh, E.O. Omolehinwa

Published In: RAUSP Management Journal, Vol. 57, pp. 131-148

Year: 2022

Citations: 13

15. Emotional Intelligence and Fraud Tendency: A Survey of Future Accountants in Nigeria

Authors: C.S. Oboh

Published In: European Journal of Management Studies, Vol. 28, No. 1, pp. 3-22

Year: 2023

Citations: 8

Conclusion

Dr. Oboh is a highly qualified researcher with significant contributions to accounting ethics and fraud analysis. His extensive publications, high-impact research, and professional qualifications make him a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. To further strengthen his candidacy, focusing on broader collaborations, practical applications, and increasing research visibility could be beneficial. Overall, his work exemplifies excellence in advancing the understanding and application of ethical practices in accounting.

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Ms. Norges Teknisk-Naturvitenskapelige Universitet,Ā Norway

šŸ‘©ā€šŸ”¬ Highly experienced Data Scientist with expertise in research, data science, machine learning, advanced analytics, and Generative AI. Proficient in Python, SQL, SAS, Teradata, R, and QlikView. Possesses strong skills in business analysis, model building, and communication. Excels in statistical techniques, machine learning algorithms, deep learning frameworks, NLP, data engineering, and Generative AI. Experienced in agile project management and collaborative team environments.šŸŒŸ

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šŸŽ“šŸ“šAcademics

  • MS (IT) specialization in Data Mining/Analytics from NUST
  • Ph.D (Machine Learning/Data Science) from NTNU

 

šŸ’¼šŸ“ŠCareer Skills/Knowledge

Over 12 years of experience as an enthusiastic Data Scientist Strong business analysis and data mining skills Expertise in model building and execution Proficient in segmentation and customer value management analytics Skilled in statistical techniques including regression, A/B testing, and statistical significance of ML models Experienced in machine learning algorithms such as NN, SVM, Naive Bayes, ensemble modeling, and deep learning (DNN)Knowledgeable in NLP techniques, data engineering, MLOps, and cloud deployments Experienced in Generative AI techniques including prompt engineering, Lang chain, and Semantic search Research-focused with experience in improving evaluation metrics and developing recommendation algorithms Proficient in agile project management methodologies

šŸ¢šŸ’¼Experience

Accenture-Norway (Aug 2022 – Present)Data Science Consultant/Team Lead Built and maintained data and ML pipelines Developed ML models and CI/CD workflows Collaborated with cross-functional teams Led agile projects and worked on Generative AI Telenor-Norway (Dec 2020 – Aug 2022)Data Scientist Evaluated and improved ML projects Transformed business questions into analysis Led agile projects and presented to management NTNU (Apr 2018 – 2020)Research Scientist Worked on Recommendation systems using deep learning Improved evaluation metrics for recommender systems HPE (May 2016 – 2018)Data Scientist (Consultant)Identified cross-sell and upsell opportunities Developed and maintained next best action engine Telenor (Aug 2015 – May 2016)Specialist Advance Analytics and Consumer Insight Conducted subscriber analysis and developed churn/retention framework Telenor (Aug 2013 – Aug 2015)Executive Advance Analytics and Consumer Insight Developed behavioral segmentation and churn prediction models ProtĆ©gĆ© Global (Aug 2012 – 2013)Team Lead Data Miner/Data Scientist Managed a team for data mining projects and conducted exploratory data analysis Muhammad Ali Jinnah University (MAJU) (2012 – 2013)Lecturer, Trainer National University of Science and Technology (NUST) (2011 – 2012)Research Assistant

Publications Top Notes šŸ“

  1. Title: Data Mining in Insurance Claims (DMICS) Two-way mining for extreme values
    • Authors: S Aftab, W Abbas, MM Bilal, T Hussain, M Shoaib, SH Mehmood
    • Conference: Eighth International Conference on Digital Information Management (ICDIM)
    • Year: 2013
    • Citations: 6

 

  1. Title: Evaluating top-n recommendations using ranked error approach: An empirical analysis
    • Authors: S Aftab, H Ramampiaro
    • Journal: IEEE Access
    • Volume: 10
    • Pages: 30832-30845
    • Year: 2022
    • Citations: 4

 

  1. Title: Improving top-N recommendations using batch approximation for weighted pair-wise loss
    • Authors: S Aftab, H Ramampiaro
    • Journal: Machine Learning with Applications
    • Volume: 15
    • Pages: 100520
    • Year: 2024

 

  1. Title: Deep Contextual Grid Triplet Network for Context-Aware Recommendation
    • Authors: S Aftab, H Ramampiaro, H Langseth, M Ruocco
    • Journal: IEEE Access
    • Year: 2023

 

  1. Title: Data Mining in Insurance Claims (DMICS)
    • Authors: S Aftab, W Abbass, MM Bilal, T Hussain, M Shoaib, SH Mehmood