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Papers by Olatunbosun O Olalekan

International Journal of Science and Research Archive, 2024

This paper looks into the factors surrounding the surge of cross-border payment firms across Afri... more This paper looks into the factors surrounding the surge of cross-border payment firms across Africa and their consequences for entrepreneurship and SMEs, underlining the opportunities and challenges brought by these systems. Grounded in a systematic review of available literature, research identifies, among others, key drivers like financial inclusion and the digital economy, while exploring regulatory fragmentation, infrastructure deficits, and cybersecurity risks as main barriers. The findings indicate that, though cross-border payment systems have dramatically improved access to foreign markets and innovation, the benefits for SMEs are not uniform. Targeted interventions, which would require a constitutive policy framework, are urgent for all businesses to be fully joined into the digital economy and hence fully benefit from these financial innovations.

International Journal of Sustainable Rural Development, 2024

This article analyses the consequences of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Agreem... more This article analyses the consequences of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Agreement on the long-term viability of rural development in Africa. The review examines the potential of the AfCFTA to improve market access, increase agricultural productivity, and promote infrastructure development in rural regions through the analysis of empirical research, reviews, and policy papers. The key findings emphasize the potential advantages of decreased trade barriers, which can encourage the use of contemporary farming methods and enhance rural incomes. Nevertheless, it is imperative to tackle obstacles such as inadequate infrastructure, environmental sustainability, and social equity in order to achieve comprehensive and fair growth. The analysis highlights the necessity of implementing comprehensive policies that provide assistance to small-scale farmers, encourage sustainable methods, and guarantee fair distribution of benefits from trade among rural communities. These findings offer a strong and reliable foundation of evidence for policymakers who want to utilize the AfCFTA to bring about significant and positive changes in rural development in Africa.

International Journal of Management & Entrepreneurship Research, 2024

This paper compared serial entrepreneurs with first-time entrepreneurs in the creative and retail... more This paper compared serial entrepreneurs with first-time entrepreneurs in the creative and retail sectors of Nigeria to determine how resilience impacted their entrepreneurial success. More specifically, it examined the effects of resilience on firm growth, profitability, and general satisfaction with results from entrepreneurial activity. The adopted research approach was quantitative, and the instrument of research was a structured questionnaire administered online through Google Forms to elicit responses from a sample size of 200 entrepreneurs. Descriptive, correlational, and regression analyses were carried out to test the relationships among resilience and entrepreneurial success. The results indicated that serial entrepreneurs portray high resilience with higher business success compared to novice entrepreneurs. In both groups, resilience showed a positive relationship to business growth, profitability, and happiness. Regression analysis further proved that Resilience is one of the key drivers of entrepreneurial success, particularly for serial entrepreneurs. From these results, it can be concluded that resilience is an important factor in order to handle the challenges of

International Journal of Advanced Economics, 2024

The current research is undertaken as an in-depth comparison of challenges related to the interna... more The current research is undertaken as an in-depth comparison of challenges related to the internationalization process into Africa and Europe for Chinese firms. This paper synthesizes the empirical evidence that identifies and contrasts the different obstacles and strategies associated with expanding into these two diverse regions through a systematic review methodology. The Chinese firms face regulatory unpredictability, infrastructural deficiencies, and cultural integration problems within African countries themselves, which call for strategies like local partnerships and community engagement. In Europe, challenging factors involve stringent regulatory standards, high market competition, and political-economic uncertainties, all calling for a "comply, differentiate, and adapt" approach. The study therefore gives emphasis to the fact that strategies have to be designed for the respective region and provides concrete recommendations of how Chinese companies can master these complex environments successfully. These findings add significant value to the field of international business and further support the need for tailored approaches toward effective internationalization.

AFEBI Economic and Finance Review, 2024

This study compares the expected effects of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) with... more This study compares the expected effects of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) with the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) on regional trade, economic growth, and geopolitics. This research uses a thorough analysis of theoretical frameworks and projections to understand how these agreements will affect regional trade and economic integration. A detailed literature assessment of 2010-2023 forecasts and theoretical analyses was done. The results reveal that AfCFTA might expand intra-African trade by up to 52% by 2025, benefiting manufacturing and agriculture, with 1.5% annual GDP growth for Africa. RCEP forecasts show a 10% rise in trade volumes among member states, particularly in technology and automotive industries, which may boost Asia-Pacific GDP by 1.2%. Viner's theory of trade formation and diversion shows how these agreements might promote economic stability and regional cooperation. Future research should validate these projections with empirical data and examine long-term socioeconomic impacts on poverty, employment, and sustainable development, as well as AfCFTA and RCEP non-tariff measures and digital trade policies to improve operational efficiency and economic benefits. These gaps will illuminate policy options for equitable and sustainable economic growth and the larger effects of regional trade agreements

AFEBI Management and Business Review , 2024

This study examines the perspectives of Nigerian fintech entrepreneurs on knowledge management (K... more This study examines the perspectives of Nigerian fintech entrepreneurs on knowledge management (KM) techniques, with the goal of comprehending the influence of KM on innovation and decision-making. The study centers around 43 individuals who are founders or co-founders of fintech companies, all of whom are part of the Young Founders Community in Nigeria. Data was collected and analyzed using an online questionnaire distributed through Google Forms. The study involved descriptive and inferential statistics, along with theme analysis for qualitative replies. The findings indicate that the respondents typically consider their knowledge management systems to be effective. It was observed that frequent knowledge-sharing activities have a substantial impact on innovation and decision-making. The main obstacles mentioned encompass technological impediments, cultural opposition, and insufficient infrastructure. These observations emphasize the significance of strong knowledge management techniques in enhancing competitive advantage and emphasize the necessity for specific tactics to overcome difficulties in implementation. This study adds to the existing knowledge in the field of knowledge management (KM) by presenting factual data from a developing market setting. Additionally, it provides practical suggestions for improving KM systems in financial technology (fintech) companies. Subsequent investigations should delve into the enduring effects of knowledge management (KM) and conduct comparison analyses across many geographical areas and sectors.

International Journal of Sustainable Rural Development (IJSRD) , 2024

This systematic review thoroughly explores the complex relationship between rural entrepreneurshi... more This systematic review thoroughly explores the complex relationship between rural entrepreneurship and the growing digital landscape. This study investigates how digital technologies have influenced entrepreneurship in rural communities, which are typically underserved, by playing a crucial role in boosting economic vitality and social resilience. This research examines the complex dynamics, obstacles, and possibilities faced by rural entrepreneurs in the digital world by analysing a variety of scholarly literature, including theoretical frameworks and practical studies. This study examines how rural entrepreneurs utilise digital technologies, the obstacles they face in adopting them, and the effects on local economies and community development by combining various viewpoints. This review not only provides a descriptive summary but also delves into critical debates that analyse the implications of these findings for policy formulation, practice, and future research paths. This study highlights the complexities of rural entrepreneurship in the digital age and suggests customised interventions to support entrepreneurial ecosystems and address the specific needs of rural communities. By illuminating the complexities of rural entrepreneurship in the digital age, this study advocates for tailored interventions to fortify entrepreneurial ecosystems and cater to the specific needs of rural communities.

Ife Educrat Journal, 2019

Violent Religious Extremism has become a grave menace facing Nigeria, especially, the Northern re... more Violent Religious Extremism has become a grave menace facing Nigeria, especially, the Northern region of the country. It upsets the security, well-being and formality of citizens living in both rural and urban areas of countries, as well as their serene and sustainable ways of life.
It also poses grave challenges to human rights. From 2001 till date, the Nigerian government alone has spent billions of dollars in their attempt to fight terrorism. But it is becoming clearer that earmarking funds to fortify security dealings is inadequate to protect everyone from terrorist attacks perpetrated by violent religious extremist individuals. Hence, the role of Education in security measures cannot be underestimated.
Keywords: terrorism, Education, Nigeria.

Ife Educrats Journal, 2019

The Educrat Journal is the maiden edition of an annual publication entirely organised and colliga... more The Educrat Journal is the maiden edition of an annual publication entirely organised and colligated by students of the Faculty of Education, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria. Its aim is to collate
firsthand experiences, researches and recommendations of thoroughly
bred Educationists. This collation is further hoped to be forwarded to professionals, educational bodies, policy makers, stake holders, administrators and decision makers at all levels of Education, all tiers of
government across the country and the world at large. It is to serve as guide and background information for on-toe individuals and tenacious establishments seeking to effect a change in Nigeria, a microcosm of Africa.