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Alvan Journal of Social Sciences (AJSS)

ISSN: 1595-5842  |  E-ISSN: 3043-5463

AJSS is a peer-reviewed open access journal publishing research in procurement, environmental, and broader social science disciplines.

Current Edition: Vol. 3, Issue 1 (March 2026)

About the Journal

The Alvan Journal of Social Sciences (AJSS) is a quarterly, peer-reviewed open access journal dedicated to advancing interdisciplinary social science research.

Publisher: AJSS Publishing
Frequency: Quarterly

Aims and Scope

  • Public Procurement
  • Environmental Sustainability
  • Social Sciences Research

The journal welcomes empirical, theoretical, and policy-oriented papers.

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Volume 1 (2026)

Issue 1

Editorial Board

  • Prof. A. B. – University of Lagos, Nigeria
  • Dr. C. D. – University of Ghana, Ghana

Publication Ethics

AJSS follows COPE guidelines and uses a double-blind peer review model.

Article Processing Charge

₦30,000 payable after acceptance.

Indexing & Abstracting

  • Google Scholar
  • CrossRef (Pending)

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Alvan Journal of Social Sciences (AJSS) Alvan Journal of Social Sciences (AJSS) | Peer-Reviewed Open Access Journal

Dr. Okezie IHUGBA,
Consulting Editor

About

Bio-data of Dr. Okezie Aloysius Ihugba

Position: Principal Lecturer and Head of Department of Economics, Alvan Ikoku Federal College of Education, Owerri, Imo State.

Personal Information:

  • Date of Birth: February 24, 1974
  • Family: Married with three children (two daughters, one son)
  • Origin: Amurie Omanze, Isu, L.G.A., Imo State

Educational Background:

  • Ph.D. in Development Economics: Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
  • Master’s in Public Sector Economics: Imo State University, Owerri, 2016
  • Master’s in Financial Management: Federal University of Technology, Owerri, 2010
  • Post Graduate Diploma in Education: Usman Dan-Fodio University, 2008
  • Bachelor’s in Economics: Imo State University, Owerri, 2000
  • Secondary Education: Federal Government College, Okigwe, 1991
  • Primary Education: College of Education Demonstration School, Owerri, 1985

Career Highlights:

  • Joined the Department of Economics at Alvan Ikoku Federal College of Education in 2009.
  • Served in various roles:
    • Coordinator of NCE Project (2012-2014)
    • Coordinator of Degree Project (2016-2017)
    • Staff Adviser, School of Arts and Social Sciences Students Association
    • Head, Department of Economics (2018-2021)
    • Coordinator, College Time Table Committee (2021–2022)
    • Current Deputy Director of Degree Affiliation

Professional Memberships:

  • Nigeria Economic Society (NES)
  • Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN)
  • Institute of Economists of Nigeria (INEN)
  • International Society for Development and Sustainability (ISDS)
  • Società Italiana di Economia (SIE)
  • European Center for Research Training and Development (ECRTD)
  • International Research and Development Institute (IRDI)
  • Colleges of Education Academic Staff Union (COEASU)

Publications:

  • Authored over 50 articles in local and international journals.

Contact Information:

  • Department: Department of Economics, Alvan Ikoku Federal College of Education, Owerri, Imo State
  • Phone: 08035501438
  • Email: okezieihugba@gmail.com; okezie.ihugba@alvanikoku.edu.ng

Interests:

  • Enjoys football, badminton, table tennis, and cycling.
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All articles published in the Alvan Journal of Social Sciences (AJSS) are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0) .

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