Books
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Adesola S, Brennan F, Ed., Energy in Africa: Policy, Management and Sustainability, Palgrave Macmillan (2018)
ISBN: 9783319913001 eISBN: 9783319913018
Abstract Bringing together conceptual, theoretical and evidence-based contributions from a diverse set of experts, this book provides a comprehensive analysis of energy in Africa, from a management perspective. Taking a closer look at the global energy environment and security in developing areas of the region, the authors discuss the significance of energy policy to the socio-economic growth of the continent. This important book tackles the challenge of ensuring sustainability in Africa and focuses on both fossil fuels and renewable energy. Essential reading for researchers interested in energy management, sustainability, and energy policy, this noteworthy collection of interdisciplinary contributions provides examples of effective energy management in Africa.
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Baines, T, Adesola, S, Perryman, R, and Ellis, C., Methodology for process improvement: a practical guide., Wiley-Blackwell (2000)
Journal articles
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Lagoke O, Adesola S, Soname S, 'Social Network Analysis as a methodological tool to understand University-Industry Dynamism in enhancing HEIs curriculum - A case of Nigerian Oil Industry'
Studies in Higher Education (2020)
ISSN: 0307-5079 eISSN: 1470-174X
Abstract This article applies social network analysis (SNA) as a methodological tool to investigate University-Industry (U–I) dynamism within the context of the Nigerian oil and gas industry. It examines the roles multiple stakeholders should play in enhancing an up-to-date curriculum in higher education institutions (HEIs). Based on stakeholder theory, participants were categorised into real stakeholders, stakewatchers and stakekeepers. Drawing from documentary evidence and 28 semi-structured interviews, three main themes emerged from thematic content analysis: (1) curriculum dynamism and the need for curriculum modification, (2) tutor-practitioner interaction and (3) issues surrounding U-I dynamism. Findings revealed that the present curriculum is not in tandem with current industry requirements, and the level of interactivity between the industry stakeholders and universities is low, thus having a knock-on effect on the dynamicity of the HEI curriculum. Further tests revealed that industry stakeholders occupy the position of global centrality within the network rather than government who are the regulators; a network density of 0.86 was obtained, mainly consisting of industry stakeholder groups while HEIs largely accounted for the residual unconnectedness (14%) within the network.
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Adesola S, den Outer B, Mueller S, 'New entrepreneurial worlds: can the use of role models in higher education inspire students? The case of Nigeria'
Journal of Entrepreneurship in Emerging Economies 11 (4) (2019) pp.465-491
ISSN: 2053-4604 eISSN: 2053-4612
Abstract Purpose. The purpose of this paper is to determine if and how role models presented in entrepreneurship education can influence students’ entrepreneurial activity given that the lack of financial and material means render most role models unattainable. Design/methodology/approach.
Data were collected in three stages from an entrepreneurship workshop programme held in Lagos, Nigeria. Nigerian and European undergraduate and graduate business students worked together to develop sustainable business ideas for the European and African market. In this exploratory paper, the emphasis for analysis is on the Nigerian students. Findings. Based on the research results, the authors identified four types of role models and gained insight into how and why they could inspire students at different stages of entrepreneurship education. Research limitations/implications.
This research is highly contextual with an emphasis on Europe and Africa. Given the relatively small sample of the European students in this study, this paper only presents findings from the Nigerian students. In view of time and sample size constraints, it would be useful to do a longitudinal international study to compare the approaches taken by European and African higher education institutions to develop an understanding of role models in entrepreneurship education and entrepreneurial activity. Further study is needed to explore whether role models are the way forward to address the processes of student entrepreneurial learning in the context of entrepreneurship education in Nigeria. Further work could also uncover deeper convictions, the attitudes of students with regard to race and gender, and consider implications for practice between university and industry. Practical implications. The paper contributes to the development of entrepreneurship education in the context of Nigeria’s emerging economy and makes suggestions on how to stimulate entrepreneurial activity through the targeted use of role models. Social implications. In view of financial, material or societal constraints to attain role models, the result of this study can be applied in other African contexts or emerging economies to develop the understanding of the relationship between role models in the industry, higher education practices and government policy. The findings of this study show that the highest impact gained is from “real-life” exchanges between students and entrepreneurs. Originality/value. Traditional entrepreneurship education fails because the learner’s process of integrating and applying behaviours of entrepreneurial examples and programmes is opaque. Research on role models suggests that where they have a positive impact is where they are perceived as self-relevant and attainable. This idea is explored in the particular context of entrepreneurship education in Nigeria in West Africa, which is characterised by highly limited and fluctuating resources despite Nigeria’s relative wealth. The authors conclude with suggestions for the use of role models in entrepreneurship education, especially in the Nigerian higher education context. This paper, therefore, contributes to research on entrepreneurship role model education in emerging economies.
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Datta S, Adesola S, 'Special Issue: Universities in the Innovation Triad'
International Journal of Technology Management and Sustainable Development 17 (3) (2018) pp.197-202
ISSN: 1474-2748 eISSN: 2040-0551
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Kolawole A, Adesola S, De Vita G, 'Factors that drive energy use in Africa: Panel Data evidence from selected SSA Countries'
OPEC Energy Review 41 (4) (2017) pp.364-380
ISSN: 1753-0229 eISSN: 1753-0237
Abstract
Sub-Saharan African (SSA) countries need adequate energy to achieve socio-economic growth and development. According to recent statistics, only 30 per cent of the entire population have access to power, making the region the highest in the world with people without access to electricity. This is in sharp contrast with the abundant energy resources available, which could be harnessed to provide the needed energy. The purpose of this study is to identify and analyse the determinants of aggregate energy demand in SSA. Reliable secondary macroeconomic and energy data were collected from publicly available and widely used databases. The study uses a panel cointegration technique to examine the determinants of energy demand in SSA, over the period 1980 to 2014, for selected countries in the region. Our results reveal that income is the predominant factor behind the increase in energy demand in SSA, with the highest elasticity. Further, energy demand in SSA conforms to a priori expectations of a negative price elasticity. The results are in line with the theory of demand. Significantly, we also find that urbanisation an important role for energy demand. Stringent energy conservation policy and other recommendations flow from the findings.
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Somorin TO, Adesola S, Kolawole A, 'State-level assessment of the waste-to-energy potential (via incineration) of municipal solid wastes in Nigeria'
Journal of Cleaner Production 164 (2017) pp.804-815
ISSN: 0959-6526 eISSN: 1879-1786
Abstract The quest for reliable and adequate power supply in Nigeria has brought about a surge of interest in renewable energy generation, particularly from wind, solar, hydro and biomass resources including municipal solid waste. Waste-derived energy raises unique interest because of the magnitude of benefits to environmental protection and socio-economic advancement. The successful operation of Waste-to Energy (WtE) facilities in Nigeria requires continuous supply of solid waste and enabling environment amongst other factors. This study conducted a state-level assessment of the WtE potential of municipal solid waste (MSW) in Nigeria. Our findings show that the electricity generation potential for the different states in Nigeria varied from 31 to 205 MW, depending on state’s waste generation capacity. The country’s annual electricity generation potential from MSW was estimated to be 26,744 GWh/year, with 89% of the states having sufficient generation capacity at minimum regulatory electricity generation requirement of 50 MW. But, based on current realities such as poor collection efficiencies, Nigeria’s exploitable WtE capacity from MSW was below 3800 GWh/year, with all the states having less than 50 MW capacity. On-site power generation such as dedicated power station for industrial estates and corporate users can be a feasible form of distributing energy generated from WtE facilities. The outcomes of this study are important in informing the siting of WtE facilities in Nigeria and for enabling policy framework.Website
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Kolawole A, Adesola S, De Vita G, 'A Disaggregated Analysis of Energy Demand in Sub-Saharan Africa'
International Journal of Energy Economics and Policy 7 (2) (2017) pp.224-235
ISSN: 2146-4553
Abstract Adequate energy is required in Sub-Saharan African (SSA) countries to promote economic growth and development. The purpose of this study is to identify and analyse the determinants of disaggregated energy demand in SSA. Using reliable macroeconomic and energy data collected from publicly available databases over the period 1980-2013 for selected countries in the region, we estimate fixed and random effects panel data models to examine the determinants of electricity, diesel, petrol, kerosene, solid biomass and liquefied petroleum gas consumption. We find that income, urbanization, economic structure and population are significant determinants of energy demand in SSA. Important implications flow from these findings.
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De Vita G, Lagoke O, Adesola S, 'Nigerian oil and gas industry local content development: A stakeholder analysis'
Public Policy and Administration 31 (1) (2015) pp.51-79
ISSN: 0952-0767 eISSN: 1749-4192
Abstract This paper undertakes the first stakeholder analysis of the Nigerian oil and gas industry local content development (LCD) policy to gain a better understanding of the extent of stakeholders’ interactions and how such interactions align to conditions conducive to local content development. Drawing from policy documents and semi-structured interviews, 15 stakeholder groups are identified, and seven of them categorized as key “players.” A social network analysis then reveals that (i) a significant proportion of relationships between key players are unidirectional; (ii) a marginal role is played by higher education institutions within the network; (iii) it is international oil companies rather than indigenous operators that exhibit “global centrality” within the industry network, with the former stakeholder group pivotally determining industry activities. Our findings provide a valuable first step toward the development of a polycentric framework for the appraisal of the Nigerian local content development policy.Website
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Adesola, S. and Baines, T. S, 'Developing and evaluating a methodology for business process improvement'
(2005)
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Baines, T. S; Adesola, S; Gwyn, K; and Higson, M., 'Strategic positioning: creating competitive space for manufacture'
Operations Management 31 (3) (2005)
ISSN: 1755-1501
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Baines T, Kay G, Adesola S, Higson M, 'Strategic positioning: an integrated decision process for manufacturers'
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF OPERATIONS & PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT 25 (2005) pp.180-201
ISSN: 0144-3577
Abstract Originality/value - This concept extends traditional decision paradigms, such as those associated with "make versus buy" and "outsourcing", by looking at the interactions between manufacturing operations and the wider supply chain networks associated with the organisation.Website
Conference papers
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Adesola S, Lagoke O, John I, 'The Role of Universities in Oil and Gas Education in Nigeria'
(2018)
ISBN: 9781999741242
Abstract The origin of this paper goes back to the first stakeholder analysis of the Nigerian oil and gas industry local content development policy (LCD) and its impact on the indigenization of employment and job creation. This paper undertakes to understand the extent to which oil and gas education has an impact on indigenous employment based on the criteria of curriculum and industry demand; suitability and employability of graduates. Drawing from policy documents and semi-structured interviews, one of the stakeholder groups identified and categorised as key ‘player’ is the Higher Education Institutions, the focus for this paper. A social network analysis reveals that: a marginal role is played by higher education institutions within the network. Our findings provide valuable evidence of the absence of a relationship between universities and other stakeholder groups, notably a disjoint between academia and industry in the Nigerian oil and gas industry; and the resulting effects of the linkages.
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John, I.J; Singh, P; and Adesola, S, 'Factors that Influence Entrepreneurial Intentions among Undergraduates of South-south and Southeast Nigeria'
(2014)
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Other publications
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Datta S, Adesola S, '5th COSINUS (Conference on Systems of Innovation and the New role of Universities) January 2018
Conference Theme:"University-Industry interactions in a time of turbulence - opportunities and challenges"'
(2018) eISBN: 9781999741242
Edited Book
Adesola, S. and Brennan, F. (2019) Energy in Africa: Policy, Management and Sustainability. Palgrave Macmillan
DOI 10.1007/978-3-319-91301-8
https://www.springer.com/gb/book/9783319913001#aboutBook
Palgrave Contemporary Crises Blog Contribution:
https://www.palgrave.com/gp/campaigns/contemporary-crises/in-search-of-sustainable-energy-in-africa
Guest Editorial Journal Special Issue
Datta, S, and Adesola, S (2018). Universities in the Innovation Triad. International Journal of Technology Management & Sustainable Development. Vol 17, Issue 3. https://www.ingentaconnect.com/content/intellect/tmsd/2018/00000017/00000003
Publications
Lagoke O, Adesola S, Soname S. (2020) 'Social Network Analysis as a methodological tool to understand University-Industry Dynamism in enhancing HEIs curriculum - A case of Nigerian Oil Industry'. Studies in Higher Education. ISSN: 0307-5079
Adesola, S; den Outer, B; Mueller, S, (2019) 'New entrepreneurial worlds: can the use of role models in higher education inspire students? The case of Nigeria. Journal of Entrepreneurship in Emerging Economies https://doi.org/10.1108/JEEE-08-2018-0076
Kolawole, A; Adesola, S; and De Vita (2017) 'Factors that drive energy use in Africa: Panel Data evidence from selected SSA Countries. OPEC Energy ReviewDecember , vol. 41, issue 4, Article DOI: 10.1111/opec.12115
Somorin T; Adesola, S; and Kolawole, A. (2017). A. “A state-level assessment of the waste to energy potential of municipal solid wastes in Nigeria” Journal of Cleaner Production, vol. 186, pp 804-815. Rank: 1.721: Impact Factor: 4.959 ISBN 0959-6526; http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2017.06.228
Kolawole, A; Adesola, S; and De Vita, G. (2017) “A Disaggregated Analysis of Energy Demand in Sub-Saharan Africa” International Journal of Energy Economics and Policy, 7 (2) pp. 224-235. ISBN 2146-4553
De Vita, G; and Lagoke, O; and Adesola, S. (2016) ‘Nigerian oil and gas industry local content development: A stakeholder analysis’- Public Policy and Administration, DOI: 10.1177/0952076715581635, 31(1) pp51-79
Adesola, S. and Baines, T. S. (2005) 'Developing and evaluating a methodology for business process improvement', Business Process Management Journal, vol. 11, no. 1, pp. 37-46, January, ISSN 1463-7154.
Baines, T. S., Gwyn, K., Adesola, S. and Higson, M. (2005) 'Strategic positioning: an integrated decision process for manufacturers', International Journal of Operations and Production Management, vol. 25, no. 2, pp. 180-201, January, ISSN 0144-3577.
Baines, T. S., Adesola, S., Gwyn, K. and Higson, M. (2005) 'Strategic positioning: creating competitive space for manufacture', IOMControl Journal, vol 31, no. 31, pp. 23-27, January, ISSN 0266-1313.
Books
Baines, T, Adesola, S, Perryman, R, and Ellis, C. (2000) Methodology for process improvement: a practical guide. Wiley-Blackwell 2000
Baines, T, Adesola, S, Perryman, R, and Ellis, C. (2000) Development of a methodology for assessing the performance of a team. Wiley-Blackwell 2000
Adesola, S, and Baines, T. (2000) Developing a methodology for business process improvement. MCB University Press 2000
Conferences
Adesola, S; Lagoke, O; and John, I, (2018) “The Role of Universities in Oil and Gas Education in Nigeria”. Presented at the 5th Cosinus 2018 Conference, 11th-12th January, Oxford Brookes University, Oxford Brookes University
Alkali, U and Adesola, S (2018) “Conceptualising the Roles of University-Industry-Government Interactions for Knowledge-Based Economy in Nigeria” Presented at the 5th Cosinus 2018 Conference, 11th-12th January, Oxford Brookes University, Oxford Brookes University
Adesola, S; and Mier Iniguez, J, “Evaluating the state of Entrepreneurship in the Legal Profession”. Accepted for Presentation at the British Academy of Management Conference. September 2017
Kolawole, A; Adesola, S; and De Vita, G (2017) Modelling demand for liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) in Africa: current dynamics from selected Sub-Sahara African Countries. Presented at the SIBR 2017 Kuala Lumpur Conference on Interdisciplinary Business & Economics Research, Feb 2017, Malaysia.
Kolawole, A; Adesola, S; and De Vita, G (2016) An Empirical Analysis of Electricity Demand in Sub-Sahara Africa. Published in the Conference Proceedings of the British Institute of Energy Economics, September 2016, Oxford
Adesola, S; and Alkali, U. (2016) The new role of the Nigerian universities in the development of knowledge and innovation for sustainable economy. Presented at the International Research Conference, 16th June 2016, Oxford Brookes University.
John, I.J; Singh, P; and Adesola, S (2014) Factors that Influence Entrepreneurial Intentions among Undergraduates of South-south and Southeast Nigeria, 5th GW Global Entrepreneurship Research & Policy Conference, Held at George Washington Business School, Washington DC
Adesola, S., (2013) ‘Entrepreneurship Curriculum for Africa’. Paper presented at the 2nd Entrepreneurship Directors Conference 2013, 10 -14 June 2013, Kwara State University, Nigeria
McLean, J; Altinay, L; James, P; and Adesola, S. (2013) ‘The Influence of Organisational Variables on Knowledge Management in New Product Development’. Work in Progress Paper presented at the 6th International Conference on Services Management, Cyprus, June
Amadi-Echendu, J.E.; Adesola, S; and Falaiye, A.O. (2013). ‘Knowledge Management in the Oil and Gas Sector’. Paper presented at the 22nd International Conference on Management of Technology (IAMOT2013), 14th – 18th April, Brazil
Adesola, S. (2013) ‘An Emerging entrepreneurship Education Market in Africa: Myth or Reality?’ Paper presented at the 1st Africa Enterprise Educators Conference 2013, Lagos Business School, Nigeria, January
Adesola, S., Bamkole, P., Beresford, R and Mueller, S. (2012) ‘Implementing entrepreneurship education across borders: Insights from three collaboration projects in Nigeria’ Paper presented at the IEEC 2012, University of Plymouth, Sept
Adesola, S. (2012) ‘From policy to practice: institutionalizing entrepreneurship education in Nigeria’ Paper presented at the Joint Research Conference, OBU and Burgundy School of Business, May, Oxford.
Adesola, S. and Mueller, S. (2012) ‘Exploring the impact of entrepreneurship role models on students’ attributes: The case of a Nigerian-European Entrepreneurship Education’ Paper presented at the Joint Research Conference, OBU and Burgundy School of Business, May, Oxford.
Adesola, S. (2011) 'Developing entrepreneurial talent in the Nigerian higher education'. Paper presented at the 2011 EFMD Annual Conference Business Education in 2025, Brussels, June.
Adesola, S. and Mueller, S (2011) ‘Developing Sustainable Entrepreneurial Competences’ Paper presented at the Alliance for the Future of Higher Education in Europe, Oxford Brookes University, Oxford, May
Adesola, S. (2010) 'Coping with Challenges of students from Africa - evidence from case studies'. Paper presented at The African Students Recruitment International Conference, London, 4th November.
Adesola, S., Beresford, R. and Bamkole, P. (2010) 'Enterprise education for employability - case of Nigerian Higher Education'. Paper presented at the EFMD, Lisbon, September.
Adesola, S. (2008) 'The role of education in developing an enterprising economy’. Paper presented at the Nigerian British Chamber of Commerce Conference, London, July.
Adesola, S. (2008) 'Opportunities and challenges of WTO in developing countries: implication for the Nigerian legal profession'. Paper presented at the Proceedings of the 9th International Academy for African Business & Development Conference, University of Florida, May.
Adesola, S. (2008) 'Improving participation of black minority students in class discussion'. Paper presented at the Proceedings of the 9th International Academy for African Business & Development Conference, University of Florida, USA, May.
Adesola, S. (2008) 'Access to global trade: challenges and opportunities for Africa'. Paper presented at the Nigeria Bar Association Annual Conference, Business Law Section, Abuja, Nigeria, January.
Adesola, S. (2007) ‘Opportunities for Outsourcing in Africa’. Paper presented at the Proceedings of the International Academy for African Business & Development Conference, London Metropolitan University, May 29th -June 2nd
Adesola, S. (2007) ‘Strategies for Educational and Training Collaboration in Nigeria’. ‘Paper presented at the Opportunity Nigeria: Doing Business in Nigeria Conference, Nigeria British Chamber of Commerce, London Chamber of Commerce, Sept 27
Adesola, S. (2005) ‘Strategic Offshoring in the developing and emerging economies’ Paper presented at the Business School Research Conference, May, Oxford.
Baines, T. S. and Adesola, S. (2003) 'Exploring future challenges in the field of human performance modelling'. Paper presented at the Operational Research Society Annual Conference, University of Keele, September.
Baines, T. S. and Adesola, S. (2003) 'Human performance modelling'. Paper presented at the Industrial Simulation Conference, Valencia, Spain, June.
Adesola, S. and Baines, T. S. (2001) 'A process approach for assessing a BPI methodology implementation in practice'. Paper presented at the 6th International Conference on ISO 9000 & TQM, Paisley Business School, Scotland, January.
Adesola, M.S, Baines, T, Darlow, N. (2000) ‘MIPIM: Framework for Business Process Improvement’. Paper presented at the National Manufacturing Conference, London, May 2000
Non-Presented Conferences
Internationalisation of India & Chinese firms, organised by the International Business and Strategy Group, Brunel Business School, Uxbridge, 18-19 April 2007
National Newspaper Editorial Column
Adesola, S, (2011) Do our higher institutions have expertise to train entrepreneurs? Business Day Newspaper, pp.30-31, 22 August 2011, Nigeria