Dr. George Ezeala
Dr. George Ezeala is a LECTURER I in ACCOUNTING Department, Faculty Of Management Sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
Dr. Ezeala G. is currently a lecturer at the department of Accountancy, Faculty of Management Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka and also an Adjunct lecture at Paul University, Awka since 2016 to date.
His passion for impacting knowledge and the desire to make a career from it lead him into teaching after many years in the banking sector.
Dr. Ezeala became a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) as far back as 2015 when he completed the final stage of the professional examinations. Since 2013 to date, he has been a reviewer for ICAN professional examinations.
As part of his contribution to knowledge, he has published some journals in the area of accounting and management. Dr. Ezeala is generally liked by students as a result of his simple way of teaching.
Personal Information
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Address: | Accounting, Faculty Of Management Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES |
Department/Sub-Unit: | ACCOUNTING |
Social Profiles
Interest Areas
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | Nnamdi Azikiwe Unuversity, Awka. (Doctor of Philosophy, June, 2021) March, 2017 to June, 2021 PhD Accounting Accounting |
| 2 | Nnamdi Azikiwe Unuversity, Awka. (Master Degree, September, 2015) March, 2012 to September, 2015 M. Sc Accounting Accounting |
| 3 | University Of Lagos. (Bachelor Degree, December, 2009) May, 2006 to December, 2009 B.Sc Accounting |
| 4 | Federal Polytechnic, Ede, Osun State. (HND, June, 2002) February, 1999 to June, 2002 HND Accounting |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Review Ediror, International Review of Financial Studies Editorial Board December, 2025 to Present |
| 2 | Associate Editor, Journal of Global Accounting Editorial Board December, 2025 to Present |
| 3 | Departmental Clearance Officer, Department of Accountancy, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka November, 2025 to Present |
| 4 | Editor, Faculty of Management Sciences, International Journal December, 2024 to Present |
| 5 | Internal / External Examiner, Department of Business Administration Masters and PGD Programmes September, 2023 to Present |
| 6 | Election Collation Officer, Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) February, 2023 to February, 2023 |
| 7 | Co Chairman, CEP Student Learning and Teaching Aid Committee of the Faculty of Management Sciences, UNIZIK. November, 2022 to October, 2024 |
| 8 | Chairman, Faculty of Management Sciences Assets Maintenance (Furniture and Fittings) Committee November, 2022 to October, 2024 |
| 9 | Chairman Sub Committee Security and Protocols, Department of Accountancy, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka International Conference June, 2021 to November, 2021 |
| 10 | Member, Faculty Committee on Space Allocation April, 2021 to November, 2022 |
| 11 | Chairman Sub Committee on File and Documentation, Department of Accountancy, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka January, 2021 to August, 2021 |
| 12 | Lecturer II (Adjunct), Paul University August, 2016 to Present |
Creative Output
| Journal Articles | |
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| 1 | Omaliko Emeka, Mordi Kelvin, Ezeala George. (2025, January), "Innovation and sustainability in Anambra State Civil Service, Nigeria", International Journal of Financial, Accounting, and Management (IJFAM), Vol. 6, (Issue 4), pp 495-508 |
| 2 | Amaka Elizabeth Agbata, Ezeala George. (2025, March), "INTERNAL AUDIT AND FINANCIAL REPORTING QUALITY OF QUOTED FIRMS", Social Sciences and Education Research Review, Vol. 12, (Issue 1), pp 245-255 |
| 3 | Ezeala, George, Okekearu, Adaeze Anthonia, Afolalu Anthony Buyide. (2025, June), "ASSESSING ACCOUNTING ETHICS IN THE PRACTICE OF ACCOUNTING PROFESSION: A STUDY OF SELECTED DEPOSIT MONEY BANKS IN ANAMBRA STATE, NIGERIA", International Journal of Finance, Accounting and Management Studies (IJFAMS), Vol. 1, (Issue 8), pp 289-307 |
| 4 | Amaka Elizabeth Agbata, George Ezeala, Celestine Ikem Ohachosim, Onyinyechukwu Okonewa. (2025, May), "STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING SYSTEM AND PERFORMANCE OF QUOTED CONSUMER GOODS FIRMS IN NIGERIA", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 1, (Issue 6), pp 59-73 |
| 5 | Ezeala, George, Amaka Agbata Elizabeth and Afolalu Anthony Buyide. (2025, March), "ACCOUNTANCY PROFESSION AND DIGITAL DISRUPTION: A STUDY ON VALUEADDED, EFFICIENCY AND COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE1", International Journal of Financial, Accounting, and Management (IJFAM), Vol. 1, (Issue 5), pp 122-140 |
| 6 | Ogbobe Ifeanyinchukwu and Ezeala George. (2024, October), "Disruptive Technology and Performance of Deposit Money Banks In Nigeria", International Review of Financial Studies, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 122-142 |
| 7 | Anyadufu Anthony Onyeka, Ezeala George, Ndah Honour Erhunmwun. (2024, August), "Influence of Cultural Factor on Accounting Decision In Entrepreneurships In Anambra State, Nigeria", International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, Vol. 8, (Issue 8), pp 1592-1602 |
| 8 | Okoye Nonso John, Akunna Rachael Chika, Nwosu Ngozi Lorretta, Ezeala George. (2024, June), "Nigeria Corruption Perception Index: The future of Nigeria Capital Market using three market indicators", International Journal of Sustainable Business Management and Information Technology, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 1-17 |
| 9 | Mavis Obianulu Ejikeugwu and Ezeala, George. (2024, October), "DISRUPTIVE TECHNOLOGY AND THE AGRICULTURAL SECTOR: A STUDY OF AGRICULTURAL FIRMS IN ANAMBRA STATE NIGERI", African Banking and Finance Review Journal (ABFRJ), Vol. 18, (Issue 18), pp 1-15 |
| 10 | Ezeala, George, Opara MaryJane Chinwendu and Omaliko Emeka Leonard. (2024, June), "ASSESSING THE NEXUS BETWEEN ELECTRONIC TAXATION AND REVENUE GENERATION EFFICIENCY IN NIGERI", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 61, (Issue 7), pp 1-19 |
| 11 | Ezeala George, Ajuonu Anulika U and Afolalu Anthony Buyide. (2024, April), "DIGITAL DISRUPTION AND PERFORMANCE OF TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS IN NIGERIA: A CASE STUDY OF NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY, AWKA", Journal of Global Accounting, Vol. 10, (Issue 1), pp 209-226 |
| 12 | Ajuonu Anulika C and Ezeala George. (2024, April), "Effect of IPSAS Adoption on Nigeria Public Financial Managemen", Journal of Accounting and Financial Management, Vol. 10, (Issue 3), pp 51-65 |
| 13 | Okeke Ijeoma Chinwe and Ezeala George. (2024, May), "FOREIGN TRADE AND MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY IN NIGERIA: AN EMPIRICAL REVIEW (1999-2022)", African Banking and Finance Review Journal (ABFRJ), Vol. 12, (Issue 12), pp 185-194 |
| 14 | Anthony Onyeka Anyadufu, Eneh Onyinye, Francis Nnoli Udeh and George Ezeala. (2024, December), "INSTITUTIONAL TRAITS AND SUSTAINABILITY DISCLOSURES OF LISTED MANUFACTURING COMPANIES IN NIGERIA", INTERNATIONAL REVIEW OF FINANCIAL STUDIES (IROFS), Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 38-55 |
| 15 | Ezeala, G., Agwarambo, J. and Chidi, K.K.U.. (2024, July), "EMPIRICAL REVIEW OF CORPORATE STRATEGIC PLANNING AND PERFORMANCE OF MANUFACTURING FIRMS IN SOUTH EAST NIGERIA", Journal of Global Accounting, Vol. 10, (Issue 2), pp 171-196 |
| 16 | Ezeala George, Agwarangbo Joshua Chidi & Okeke Ijeoma Chinwe. (2023, December), "SECURITY CHALLENGES AND NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT: EMPIRICAL EVIDENCE FROM NIGERI", Journal of the Management Sciences,, Vol. 60, (Issue 4), pp 112-128 |
| 17 | Ezeala George & Collins G. E.. (2023, February), "Effect of Cost Accounting Information on Firm Value: A Study of Small and Medium Size Enterprises in Nigeria", International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews |
| 18 | Ezeala George & Anamma A. N.. (2023, February), "Macroeconomic Effect of TaxationSystem on Economic Growth of Nigeria", Advanced Journal of Management Accounting and Finance, Vol. 8, (Issue 4), pp 141-155 |
| 19 | Ezeala George & Ijeoma O.. (2023, March), "Empirical Assessment of the Nexus Between Industrialization and Economic Growth of Nation: The African Perspective", International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (IJTSRD), Vol. 7, (Issue 2), pp 226-234 |
| 20 | Ezeala George & Agbata A. E.. (2023, June), "Choice of Accounting System and Financial Performance of Listed Small and Medium Size Enterprises in Nigeria", Journal of The Management Sciences, Vol. 60, (Issue 1), pp 144-162 |
| 21 | Okeke N. I, Ezeala George, Okoye N. J & Egbunike C. F. (2023, July), "Treasury Single Account and Cost of Governance: Survey of MDAs in Anambra State", Journal of Governance and Accountability Studies, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 1-11 |
| 22 | Okoye N. J., Osakwe C. I & Ezeala George. (2023, July), "Fraud and Corruption and the Market Size of Nigeria Capital Market", African Banking and Finance Review Journal, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 195-213 |
| 23 | Okeke Ijeoma C & Ezeala George. (2023, April), "Effect of Financial Innovation on The Performance Of Deposit Money Banks In Nigeria", African Banking and Finance Review Journal, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 141-155 |
| 24 | Ezeala George and Afolalu Anthony Buyide. (2022, February), "Human Resources Accounting and Shareholders’ Wealth of Deposit Money Banks in Nigeria", International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (IJTSRD), Vol. 6, (Issue 2), pp 1443-1450 |
| 25 | Ezeala George & Obi Joseph O.. (2022, February), "IMPACT OF NON-OIL TAX REVENUE ON THE NIGERIAN ECONOMY", International Journal of Research, Vol. 9, (Issue 2), pp 276-286 |
| 26 | Ezeala George & Nzewi Ugochukwu C. (2022, May), "Insecurity and Economic Growth In Nigeria", International Journal of Research Publication and Review, Vol. 3, (Issue 5), pp 3399-3408 |
| 27 | Ezeala George, Obi Joseph O., Afolalu Anthony Buyide. (2022, June), "GOVERNMENT EXPENDITURE AND SECURITY REQUIREMENT FOR ACHIEVING SUSTAINABLE ECONOMIC GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT (1994-2020)", International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews, Vol. 3, (Issue 6), pp 1265-1273 |
| 28 | Ezeala George & Obi Joseph O.. (2022, June), "ELECTRONIC COMMERCE: A VERITABLE TOOL FOR BUSINESS SUSTAINABILITY IN THE ERA OF CORONA VIRUS (COVID-19) IN NIGERIA", International Journal of Advanced Academic Research | ISSN: 2488-984, Vol. 8, (Issue 6), pp 1-18 |
| 29 | Ezeala George, Nzewi Ugochukwu C. and Ezekwesili Tochukwu. (2022, August), "EFFECT OF ACTIVITY BASED COSTING ON FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE OF CONSUMER GOODS MANUFACTURING COMPANIES IN NIGERI", Journal of Global Interdependence and Economic Sustainability | ISSN: 2955-081, Vol. 1, (Issue 3), pp 15-39 |
| 30 | Okoye Nonso J., Nwosu Ngozi L.,Eneh Onyinye R, Ezeala George. (2022, September), "Monetary Policy and the Nexus between Cash Reserve Ratio and Inflation Rate in Nigeria", International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews, Vol. 3, (Issue 9), pp 1559-1566 |
| 31 | Ezeala George & Agbata A. E.. (2022, February), "Effect of Treasury Single Account on Government Expenditure and Borrowing: An Empirical Study", SOCIAL SCIENCES AND EDUCATION RESEARCH REVIEW, Vol. 9, (Issue 2), pp 40-53 |
| 32 | Okoye N. J, Charity I. O,Ezeala G & Clara C. A. (2022, September), "IMPORTANCE OF EQUITY FINANCING ON FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE OF DEPOSIT MONEY BANKS IN NIGERIA", Journal of Accounting and Management Sciences, Vol. 3, (Issue 2), pp 1-19 |
| 33 | Ezeala George, Charity Ifunanya Osakwe, Nonso John Okoye and Lawrence Nnamdi Okeke. (2021, April), "MONETARY POLICY INSTRUMENTS: EFFECT ON THE PERFORMANCE OF DEPOSIT MONEY BANKS IN NIGERIA", Journal of Contemporary Issues in Accounting (JOCIA) Vol. 1 No. 1 April, 202, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 74-90 |
| 34 | Ezeala George, Agbata Amaka E., Osingor A. S.. (2021, July), "Effect Of Financial Ratios On Firm Performance: Study Of Selected Brewery Firms In Nigeria", International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development, Vol. 5, (Issue 5), pp 1664-1671 |
| 35 | Ezeala George & Okerekeoti, Chinedu U.. (2021, September), "Corporate Governance And Tax Avoidance: An Empirical Study of Quoted Food and Beverage Firms in Nigeria", International Journal of Research in Education and Sustainable Development, Vol. 1, (Issue 9), pp 1-14 |
| 36 | Ezeala George & Oraka Azubuike O.. (2021, August), "Board Attributes On The Relationship Between Earning Management Of Selected Quoted Manufacturing Firms In Nigeria", Research Journal of Management Practice, Vol. 1, (Issue 8), pp 21-35 |
| 37 | Ezeala George. (2017, April), "Assessment Of The Production Costing Method Of Manufacturing Companies In Nigeria, A Study Of Selected Manufacturing Companies In South East Nigeria", Journal of Global Accounting, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 187-201 |
| 38 | Ezeala George, Asika Ejiofor, Nzewi U. C. (2014, December), "Effect Of Globalization On The Performance Of Banks In Nigeria", Journal of Business and Financial Studies, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Vol. 3, (Issue 3), pp 71-89 |
| 39 | Ezeala George, Nzewi Ugochukwu C & Nzewi Hope N. (2014, April), "Conceptual Issues In Accounting For Environmental Impact Of Organization", Assian Academic Research Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vol. 1, (Issue 22), pp 224-241 |
| 40 | Ezeala George, Nzewi Ugochukwu C., Nzewi Hope N & Obi Joseph O.. (2013, June), "Financial Inclusion Policy In Nigeria: A Study Of Microfinance Banks", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 4, (Issue 2), pp 49-67 |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Supervisions | |
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| 1 | "Technological Disruption and Financial Performance: An Empirical Review of Deposit Money Banks in Nigeria" (2026). Ongoing Masters project by Ogbobe Ifeanyichukwu, 2025406018FN |
| 2 | "Board Attribute and Tax Aggressiveness: Moderating The Role of Firm Size on Listed Oil And Gas Firms In Nigeria" (2026). Ongoing Masters project by Sule Monday, 202440600FN |
| Grants | |
| 1 | Awardee: "Research Grant" (May, 2025 to July, 2025). Completed sponsored grant by PIZOK ENERGY LIMITED |
| 2 | Awardee: "Research Grant for procurement of books for the accountancy library" (June, 2025 to June, 2025). Completed sponsored grant by PIZOK ENERGY LIMITED |
| Editorships | |
| 1 | Editor, "International Review of Financial Studies (IROFS)" (December, 2025) |
| 2 | Editor, "Journal Of Global Accounting (JOGA)" (December, 2025) |
| 3 | Editor, "JOURNAL OF GLOBAL ACCOUNTING (JOGA)" (August, 2024) |
| 4 | Editor, "Journal of The Management Sciences" (December, 2024) |
| 5 | Editor, "Journal of The Management Sciences" (October, 2022) |
| Reviewerships | |
| 1 | Reviewer, "Asian Research Journal of Current Science" (February, 2025) |
| 2 | Reviewer, "South Asia Journal of Social Studies and Economics" (January, 2025) |
| 3 | Reviewer, "Journal of Economics, Management and Trade" (February, 2025) |
| 4 | Reviewer, "Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Report" (April, 2025) |
| 5 | Reviewer, "Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Report" (March, 2025) |
| 6 | Reviewer, "Asian Research Journal of Arts and Social Sciences" (April, 2025) |
| 7 | Reviewer, "South Asia Journal of Social Studies and Economics" (October, 2024) |
| 8 | Reviewer, "Asian Journal of Economics, Business and Accounting" (September, 2024) |
| 9 | Reviewer, "Asian Journal of Economics, Business and Accounting" (October, 2024) |
| Examinerships | |
| 1 | Examiner, "MSC Accounting" (September, 2024 to February, 2026). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| 2 | Examiner, "MSC Accounting" (September, 2024 to February, 2026). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| 3 | Examiner, "Masters of Business Administration" (September, 2023 to January, 2025). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 4 | Examiner, "Masters of Business Administration" (September, 2023 to February, 2025). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 5 | Examiner, "Masters In Accounting" (September, 2023). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| 6 | Examiner, "MSC Accounting" (March, 2026). Ongoing Internal-Internal Exam |
| 7 | Examiner, "MSC Business Administration" (February, 2026). Ongoing Internal-External Exam |
| 8 | Examiner, "MSC Accounting" (April, 2025). Ongoing Internal-Internal Exam |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Chairman, "Departmental Clearance Officer" (November, 2025) |
| 2 | Member, "Faculty of Management Sciences Synopsis Vetting Committee" (November, 2025) |
| 3 | Editor / Member, "Faculty of Management Sciences International Journal Editorial Board" (December, 2024) |
| 4 | Member, "Faculty of Management Sciences Electricity Monitoring Committee" (December, 2024) |
| 5 | Chairman, "Faculty of Management Sciences CEP Student Learning and Teaching Aid Committee" (December, 2024) |
| 6 | Member, "Department of Accountancy, Curriculum Committee" (February, 2024) |
| 7 | Member, "Department of Accountancy, International Conference Committee" (August, 2024) |
| 8 | Departmental Protocol Officer 1, "Departmental Protocol Committee" (February, 2024) |
| 9 | Vice Chairman, Staff Welfare Committee, "Staff Welfare Committee" (February, 2024) |
| 10 | Member, "Department of Accountancy, International Conference Committee" (September, 2023) |
| 11 | Member, "CURRICULUM COMMITTEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTANCY, UNIZIK" (September, 2023) |
| 12 | Chairman security and protocols, "Member Departmental Committee on Security and Protocols" (January, 2022) |
| 13 | Editor / Member, "Faculty of Management Sciences International Journal Editorial Board" (November, 2022) |
| 14 | Chairman, "Faculty of Management Sciences Assets Maintenance (Furniture and Fittings) Committee" (November, 2022) |
| 15 | Member, "Member Departmental Student Advisory Committee" (February, 2022) |
| 16 | Member, "Member, Faculty of Management Sciences Space Allocation Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (April, 2021) |
| 17 | Chairman, sub committee for documentation, "Accountancy Department 2021 ICAN reaccreditation committee" (January, 2021 to August, 2021) |
| 18 | Chairman, sub committee on security, "Member Organizing Committee for year 2021 Accountancy International Conference" (June, 2021 to November, 2021) |
| 19 | Examination Reviewer for ICAN professional examinations, "Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN)" (May, 2013) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Fellow Member, "Institute of Chartered Accountant of Nigeria (ICAN)" - MBO 19231 (member since 2005), https://www.icanportal.org |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "Disruptive Technology and Accountancy Profession", (Faculty of Management Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 4th September, 2024 to 5th September, 2024; Anambra, Nigeria |
| 2 | "Security Challenges in Nigeria: Implication For Economic Growth and Integration", (Institute of Chartered Accounts of Nigeria (ICAN)), 21st August, 2024 to 24th August, 2024; Port Harcourt |
| 3 | "Revenue Beyond Oil: LeveragingNon-Oil Export For Nigeria's Economic Survival", (Institute of Chartered Accounts of Nigeria (ICAN)), 21st March, 2023 to 24th March, 2023; Anambra, Nigeria |
| 4 | "Agropreneur in a Digital Economy: Pathway to Economic Growth and Development", (Institute of Chartered Accounts of Nigeria (ICAN)), 21st May, 2022 to 24th May, 2022; Owerri Nigeria |
| 5 | "Tax Pro-Max and Finance Act 2020", (Institute of Chartered Accounts of Nigeria (ICAN)), 23rd December, 2021 to 23rd December, 2021; Anambra, Nigeria |
| 6 | "Development and Sustainability of Africa Economies: The Security Challenge", (Nnamdi Azikiwe University Business School), 25th November, 2021 to 26th November, 2021; Anambra, Nigeria |
| 7 | "Resource Management And Accountability In Covid-19 Pandemic Era", (Accountancy Department, NNamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 17th November, 2021 to 18th November, 2021; Anambra, Nigeria |
| Other Events | |
| 1 | "Credit Risk Management And Common Data Reporting", (Central Bank of Nigeria), 28th March, 2016 to 28th March, 2016; Enugu, Nigeria |
| 2 | "Internet Of Things And Cloud Accounting", (Institute of Chartered Accounts of Nigeria), 20th July, 2015 to 21st July, 2015; Lagos Nigeria |
| 3 | "International Financial Reporting Standard (IFSR)", (The Exams Success International), 4th December, 2013 to 6th December, 2013; Anambra, Nigeria |
| 4 | "Anti-Money Laundering And Combating The Financing Of Terrorism", (Data Pro), 16th January, 2011 to 16th January, 2011; Enugu, Nigeria |
| 5 | "Enterprise-Wide Risk Management", (H. Pierson Associates Limited), 4th February, 2008 to 8th February, 2008; Lagos Nigeria |
| 6 | "Basic Insurance Accounting", (Institute of Chartered Accounts of Nigeria), 30th March, 2006 to 31st March, 2006; Lagos Nigeria |
| 7 | "Customer Service Excellence", (Impact Training Consulting), 8th June, 2004 to 10th June, 2004; Lagos Nigeria |
| 8 | "Fundamentals Of Insurance Operations", (Fas Consultants), 1st June, 2004 to 7th June, 2004; Lagos Nigeria |