Mary Abdul Yusuf
Lokoja,Nigeria
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in statistical analysis, project management, and curriculum development. Demonstrates proficiency in Mat Lab and SAP, alongside advanced skills in videoconferencing tools such as Zoom and MS Teams. Adept at mentoring and advising, with a strong command of the MS Office suite. Career focus on leveraging computer savvy to drive innovative solutions and enhance organizational efficiency.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
14097
14097
years of post-secondary education
Work history
LECTURER
CONFLUENCE UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
OSARA, Kogi State
03.2025 - Current
- Foster a stimulating learning environment through open discussions.
- Striving to implement innovative teaching methods, and improved student engagement rates.
- Collaborate with lecturers to enhance teaching procedures.
- Encourage students to develop skills in reflection, critical thinking and analysis.
Part-time Lecturer
Federal University Lokoja
Lokoja, Nigeria
01.2023 - 05.2025
- Developing and presenting course materials, ensuring relevance and alignment with given curriculum.
- Creating detailed lesson plans that incorporate thematic and cross-curricular units, promoting inclusive learning environment.
- Designing, administering, and grading examinations and assignments to evaluate student performance accurately.
- Conducting research projects, particularly focusing on local community issues, whilst contributing to academic knowledge in chosen field.
- Advising and mentoring students on course selection, research projects, and career development.
- Organizing and facilitating weekly office hours for students.
Lecturer
Kogi State Polytechnic
Lokoja, Nigeria
01.2021 - 05.2025
- Prepared lesson plans based on thematic and cross-curriculum units, while ensuring inclusivity for students in ND and HND classes.
- Prepared, delivered, administered lectures and corrected examinations.
- Enhancing student performance by applying cooperative learning strategies and web-based, self-directed training.
- Guiding and counselling students through their National Diploma and Higher Diploma programs, resulting in 100% pass rate for 75 students.
- Conducted research focusing mainly on community problems near us.
- Paper presentations at several educational conferences and workshops.
- Preparation of educational materials module writing (on Development theories and practice and Research methods for social science) and supportive handout.
- Supervised undergraduate students during examinations.
- Coordinator for NDI Level.
- Grading Examination Scripts.
- Implemented innovative teaching methods, improved student engagement rates.
- Enhanced learning outcomes with engaging lesson plans.
Admin Officer II
Office of the Head of Service (SDGs)
Lokoja, Nigeria
01.2019 - 12.2021
- Enhanced office efficiency by managing and organizing the day-to-day administrative duties.
- Maintained accurate and organized records, both electronic and paper, to facilitate efficient information retrieval and reference.
- Diligently updated and maintained office files, guaranteeing that all documents were readily accessible when needed.
- Effectively handled incoming and outgoing communications, including emails, letters, and official documents.
- Facilitated communication and collaboration between office and external stakeholders, fostering positive relationships.
- Assisted in organizing and coordinating meetings, ensuring all necessary preparations were made for successful gatherings.
Accountant II
Bureau of Local Government Pension
Lokoja, Nigeria
01.2019 - 12.2021
- Worked with stringent deadlines to manage multi-million Naira monthly pension pay rolls in Lokoja, Kogi State.
- Analyzed and maintained adequate system of accounting records and comprehensive set of controls designed to mitigate risk.
- Prepared and analyzed various financial statements.
- Conducting comprehensive audits of Local Government Pension system.
- Preparing salary vouchers for employees.
- Validating and maintaining accurate staff records and updates.
- Efficiently managed payroll processing tasks, avoiding errors.
Farm Manager
S.A.Y Farms
Zango, Nigeria
01.2003 - 12.2007
- Built and maintained strong relationships with extensive client base, including distributors, retailers, and food service providers, to expand market reach and increase farm products distribution.
- Coordinated with farm staff to organize farm tasks efficiently, and in timely fashion.
- Supervised employees to complete daily operational tasks, feed cattle, harvest crops and repair equipment.
- Achieved 20% increase in sales revenue within first year of employment.
- Played crucial roles in streamlining order-to-delivery processes of farm produce, leading to 15% reduction in delivery times, and improved customer satisfaction.
- Negotiated pricing and terms with customers to maximize revenue while ensuring customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and ensuring timely deliveries, fostering long-term relationships.
Chartered Accountant
M. Y. Obaro and Co Chartered Accountants
01.1997 - 12.2003
- Actively participating in audit engagements to acquire hands-on experience in financial statements and compliance audits, including reviewing financial.
- Developing and managing schedules, calendars, and task lists for the team, optimizing time management and task allocation.
- Assisting senior auditors in the development and execution of audit plans, understanding audit methodologies, and applying audit procedures to assess the accuracy and integrity of financial information.
- Collaborating with colleagues to perform data analysis, identify discrepancies, and report findings to support clients in making informed financial decisions.
- Preparing audit working papers, drafting audit reports, and maintaining clear and organized documentation of audit processes and results.
- Maintaining a well-organized and efficient office space by managing supplies, equipment, and resources to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
Education
Cert. Accountant - ANAN
Nigeria College of Accountancy Kwall
Kwall, Plateau 01.2023 - 05.2025
PhD - Economics
Nigerian Defence Academy
Kaduna2023
Cert. - Economic and Political Development
London School of Economics And Political Science
2023
Post Graduate Diploma - Education
University of Ilorin
2021
M.Sc. - Economics
Kogi State University
Anyigba, Kogi2019
B.Sc. (Hons) - Economics
University of Abuja
Abuja2012
West African School Certificate -
Government Girls College Yana
Yana, Bauchi1996
First School Leaving Certificate -
Army Children Primary School
Azare1998
Skills
- Statistical Analysis
- Mat Lab
- Project Management
- SAP
- Curriculum Development
- Mentoring and Advising
- Videoconferencing (Zoom, MS Teams)
- Proficient with MS-office suite
- Computer Savvy
Affiliations
- Member, Institute of Chartered Economists of Nigeria, 2023
- Member, Nigeria Economics Society, 2019
PROJECT DISSERTATIONS
- Small and Medium Scale Enterprises (a case study on Garri Processing in Kogi State) - for the award of B.Sc. Economics, University of Abuja, Nigeria (2009).
- Impact of Agricultural Sector output and Economic Growth in Nigeria - for the award of M.Sc. Economics, Kogi State University (2018).
- Agricultural Financing and Food Security in Nigeria (1980-2021), Ph.D., Nigerian Defense Academy, 2023
Personal Information
- Date of birth: 06/05/78
- Nationality: Nigerian
- Marital status: Married
- Place of birth: Kogi State
Languages
English
Fluent
Hausa
Fluent
Ebira
Native
CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS
- Abdul Mary Yusuf (2024). Social Economic Implications of water scarcity and access to clean water in Nigeria. Department of Science and Humanities, Federal University Lokoja,
- Abdul Mary Yusuf (2024). Agricultural Financing and Food Security in Nigeria. International Conference for Academic Staff Researchers and Scholars In Africa. Organization Development Institute (ODI) Ghana 2024.
- Abdul Mary Yusuf (2023). The Economic Implications of Redesigned Naira Notes band its Effects on the Nigeria Economy. The Institute of Chartered Economists of Nigeria.
- Sani Isaac and Mary Abdul Yusuf (2022). Adjusting to the new Norma of Dressing in Tertiary institution in Nigeria; the place of Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja, Nigeria. 13th Annual National Conference of School of General Studies, Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja.
- Abdul Mary Yusuf and Solomon Jatto. (2022).GenderviolenceagainstWomenduringCOVID-19Pandemic, A case study of Gwagwalada, Abuja, Nigeria. 13th Annual National Conference of School of General Studies, Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja.
- Suleiman Ibrahim and Mary S. J. (2014). The Economics and development Paradox and Lessons of Development Efforts in Nigeria. International Research and Development Institute. Vol 12(2).
- Abdul Mary Yusuf (2023). Effect of Food Insecurity in Rural Household Living Standard in Nigeria. 14th Annual National Conference of School of General Studies, Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja.
- Abdul Mary Yusuf (2004). African Regional Conference on Sustainable Development. University of Abuja Teaching Hospital, Abuja.
PAST RESEARCH WORK/PRESENTATIONS
1. Ikubor, Jude Ofili, Imide, Isreal Onokero, Yusuf Mary Abdul, Ogbonna, Evan, Ojih, Abraham Umola, and Ogwuche, A. S. (2024). "Green Economy and Fiscal Policy in Developing Economy: Evidence From Nigeria." Vol 7, Issue 1, (June 2024).
2. AgriculturalSectorDevelopmentandEconomicGrowthofNigeria.Abinbola Oluwaseun Oladipo, Joshua Yohanat Benjamin Machi, Ignatus Okoye, Abdul Yusuf Mary and Ngozi Florence, Journal SSS Volume 10-13-26 Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria.
3. Abdul Mary Yusuf (2023). The Economic Implications of Redesigned Naira Notes band its Effects on the Nigeria Economy. The Institute of Chartered Economists of Nigeria.
4. Abinbolao. Oladipo, Benjamin Joshua Ignatuso. Macho, Abdul Yusuf Mary and Maryjane Ikemefuna,(2023). Fiscal Policy and Industrial Sector Development in Nigeria. Journal of Economics and Allied Research vol 8 issue 4.
5. Ikubor Ofili Jude, Imide Isreal Onokero, Abraham Umola Ojih, Abdul Mary Yusuf & Haladu Gambo (2023). ICT Usage, Fiscal Policy and Economic Growth in Nigeria. Vol 13
6. Idoko C.I.U and Mary S. J. (2018). Government Expenditure on Agriculture and Economics Development of Nigeria; 1985-2015. International Journal of Academic Research and Reflection. Vol 6(4).
7. Abdul Mary Yusuf, Saheed ZS and Alexander AA. (2023). Impact of Commercial Bank Credit on Domestic Food Supply in Nigeria. International Journal of Social and Economics Research.
8. Abdul Mary Yusuf, Akubor O. F. and Haruna H. (2022). Gender Violence against Women during COVID-19 Pandemic (a case study of Gwagwalada, Abuja). International Journal of Economics and Development Policy, vol. 5(1).
9. Abdul Mary Yusuf, Saheed ZS, Bernad O. A. and Alexander A.A. (2022). Analysis of the Threshold effect of Government Expenditure and Commercial Bank Credit on Agricultural Output in Nigeria. Journal of Economics and Sustainable Development. Vol 13(18) 222-236.
10. HitraI., Silas I. and Abdul Mary Yusuf (2022). Impact of Electricity Consumption on Manufacturing Sector Growth in Nigeria. IJSDR. vol. 7(2).
11. Abdul Mary Yusuf, Saeed, Z. S., Alexander, O. A., Bernard, O. A., & Alfa, Y. (2022). Agricultural Financing and Food Security in Nigeria. Journal of Economics and Allied Research, Vol. 7(2).
12. Ilemobola, O. S., Abdul Mary Yusuf, & Oladipo, A. B. (2021). Moderating Effect of Institutions in FDI-Growth Relationship in Developing Countries: A Case Study of Nigeria. Journal of Economics and Sustainable Development, Vol. 12(22).
13. Abdul Mary Yusuf, Oladipo, A. O., Joshua, Y. B., & Ezenwobi, N. F. (2021). Impact of Oil Price Shocks on Inflation Rate in Nigeria. Niger Delta Economic and Financial Review, Vol. 3(1), pp. 45-59.
14. Lawal, E. O., Gana, U., &Abdul Mary Yusuf (2020). The Impact of Cooperative Societies on Rural Saving Mobilization: A Case Study of Igabi Local Government Area, Kaduna State, Nigeria. Nigerian Defense Academy Journal of Economics and Finance, Vol. 2(2), pp. 212-225.
15. Oladipo, A. O., Ilemobola, O. S., &Abdul Mary Yusuf (2020). Impact of Fiscal Policy on Agricultural Input in Nigeria. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Studies, Vol. 10(18).
16. Adejo, M. O., Ekeyi, S., &Mary, S. J. (2019). Internally Generated Revenue and Fiscal Viability of State Governments in Nigeria. Lafia Journal of Economics and Management Sciences, Vol. 4(1).
17. Adejo, M. O., Ekeyi, S., & Mary, S. J. (2019). Fiscal Deficit and Economic Growth in Nigeria. Lafia Journal of Economics and Management Sciences, Vol. 4(1).
18. Ikebor, O. Jude, Yusuf Mary Abdul, Oadipo Abimbola O, Gajere Jafaru, Ojih Abraham (2024) Deposit Money Banks Credit and Agricultural Output in Nigeria VCI 21, (1) (2024) Journal of Economics Studies.
19. Jude O. Iubor, PhD, Abdul Mary Yusuf, Jafaru Mohammed Gafere, Abraham Umola Ojih, Isah Mikairu & kalat Ali (2024)
Impact of ICT Synergy and Financial Development on Economic Growth in Nigeria. Vol. 1 No 2
20. Emmanuel Yusuf Attah and Mary Yusuf Abdul (2024) Cultivating Entrepreneurial Mindset in Africa Educational Leaders: strategies for fostering innovation and adaptability Vol. 7 Issue June 4 2024 (pp, 73 – 86 International Journal of Entrepreneurship Business Investor
21. Jude, I. O., Isah, Y. U., Abraham, O. U., Mark, M. O., Mary, A. Y. (2025). Impact of international Trade Competitiveness on Unemployment and Poverty Reduction in ECOWAS Region. DLSU Business & Economic Review, 34(2), 31-40
REFEREES
- Prof. ZS. Saheed Department of Economics Nigeria Defence Academy, Kaduna, Nigeria.
Tel.08039370941
- Prof Gobna Wafure Obida Dean Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Abuja.
FCT, Nigeria.
Tel: .08026725898, 08055178824
- Prof Mohammed Audu Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academics Professor Federal University Lokoja.
Tel.08036080140
Timeline
LECTURER
CONFLUENCE UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
03.2025 - Current
Part-time Lecturer
Federal University Lokoja
01.2023 - 05.2025
Cert. Accountant - ANAN
Nigeria College of Accountancy Kwall
01.2023 - 05.2025
Lecturer
Kogi State Polytechnic
01.2021 - 05.2025
Admin Officer II
Office of the Head of Service (SDGs)
01.2019 - 12.2021
Accountant II
Bureau of Local Government Pension
01.2019 - 12.2021
Farm Manager
S.A.Y Farms
01.2003 - 12.2007
Chartered Accountant
M. Y. Obaro and Co Chartered Accountants
01.1997 - 12.2003
PhD - Economics
Nigerian Defence Academy
Cert. - Economic and Political Development
London School of Economics And Political Science
Post Graduate Diploma - Education
University of Ilorin
M.Sc. - Economics
Kogi State University
B.Sc. (Hons) - Economics
University of Abuja
West African School Certificate -
Government Girls College Yana
First School Leaving Certificate -
Army Children Primary School
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