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Dr. Solomon Edem Effiong is a highly accomplished professional with a successful career spanning over two decades in various sectors, including Banking, Consulting, and Education. He possesses a strong academic foundation, with academic qualifications in Economics and Accountancy obtained over the years.
Dr. Effiong embarked on his career in the Nigerian Banking industry in 1998 when he joined the United Bank for Africa Plc during his National Youth Service Corp (NYSC) and was retained upon completing his service. Later, in 2001, he joined Standard Trust Bank Plc as an Analyst Designate. Over the years, he advanced through the ranks, holding various managerial positions such as Branch Operations Manager (2004-2007) and Branch Manager (2007-2013). Subsequently, he joined Stanbic IBTC Bank as the Regional Commercial Banking Relationship Manager for Edo/Delta States. His extensive banking experience encompasses Customer Service, Banking Operations and Control, Credit and Marketing, Business Development, Relationship Management, and Strategic Planning. In 2015, he resigned from his position at Stanbic IBTC Bank to pursue academic interests.
Currently, Dr. Effiong serves as the Director of Academic Planning at Wellspring University and holds a Senior Faculty position in the College of Social and Management Sciences at the same institution.
In terms of his academic qualifications, Dr Effiong earned a Bachelor's degree in Accounting (First Class Hons) from Wellspring University, Benin City, in 2023. His undergraduate education also includes a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics, achieved with Second Class (Upper Division) honours from the University of Uyo in 1997. Furthering his academic journey, he pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Benin in 2005. Subsequently, he obtained a Master of Science in Economics from Benson Idahosa University in 2014 and successfully earned a Doctor of Philosophy in Economics from the University of Benin in 2020. These academic accomplishments underscore his commitment to continuous learning and academic excellence.
His research focus is in the area of Macroeconomics, Financial Economics, International Trade and Finance, and Development Economics. Dr. Effiong has published widely in several reputable journals both locally and internationally.
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