About the Journal

CERDEL Multidisciplinary Journal of African Development

Advancing Knowledge, Fostering Innovation

The CERDEL Multidisciplinary Journal of African Development is a premier, peer-reviewed publication dedicated to the critical exploration of African development. Published annually by the Centre for Research and Development of Esan Land (CERDEL) at Glorious Vision University, Nigeria, our journal serves as a vital hub for scholars and practitioners to share transformative research.

• Format: Print & Electronic (Open Access)

• Indexing: Google Scholar, CrossRef (DOIs), Web of Science, Zenodo, and more.

• Mission: To provide a global platform for multidisciplinary insights that shape the future of the African continent.

CERDEL Multidisciplinary Journal of African Development

Call for Papers: Volume 4 (2026) We are currently inviting submissions for our upcoming volume, scheduled for release on December 28th, 2026. We welcome original research, theoretical papers, and practical insights from all academic disciplines.

Submission Deadlines

• Publication Date: December 28, 2026

Author Guidelines & Formatting

To ensure a smooth peer-review process, please adhere to the following technical requirements:

• Font & Size: Times New Roman, 12pt

• Spacing: 1.5 line spacing (Abstract: Single-spaced)

• Page Limit: Maximum 16 pages (including references)

• Title: Concise, topical, and in Initial Capital format

• Abstract: Max 250 words with up to 5 keywords

• Referencing: APA 7th Edition

How to Submit

1. Title Page: Include author name(s), institutional affiliation, email, and phone number (lead author).

2. Submission Email: Send your manuscript as an MS Word attachment to directorcerdel@yahoo.com.

Processing & Publication Fees

To maintain our high standards of objective, unbiased peer review and open-access availability, the following fees apply:

• Review Fee: ₦5,000.00 ($5 for International Authors)

• Publication Fee: ₦25,000.00 ($15 for International Authors)

Payment Information

• Bank: First Bank of Nigeria Plc.

• Account Name: Centre for Research and Development of Esan Land

• Account No: 2032541731

• Editorial Board

• Editor-in-Chief

• Professor Ezekiel S. Asemah

• Assistant Editor-in-Chief

• Professor Bridget O. Inegbeboh

• Editor

• Dr. Marvellous I. Oaikhena (Associate Professor)

• Associate Editors

• Professor Felix Oghi
  Dr. Kingsley Enerijiofi (Associate Professor)

• Online Manager

• Dr. Adriel Ekozin

• Editorial Secretaries

• Miss Rachael Fagboyo
  Miss Francisca Osunobun, Esq.

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• Consulting Editors

• Julius Okojie, Ph.D.
  Professor of Forest Resources Management
  Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria

• Samuel Zanlanga, Ph.D.
  Professor of Sociology
  Bethel University, Minnesota, United States

• Michael Ikhariale, Ph.D.
  Professor of Public and Constitutional Law
  Lagos State University, Lagos State, Nigeria

• Maurice Amutabi, Ph.D.
  Professor of History
  Lukenya University, Lukenya, Kenya

• Christiana E. E. Okojie, Ph.D.
  Professor of Economics
  University of Benin, Edo State, Nigeria

• Michael Osuide, Ph.D.
  Professor of Chemistry
  Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo State, Nigeria

• Ogbeibu Anthony Ekata, Ph.D.
  Professor of Environmental Science
  University of Benin, Edo State, Nigeria

• Jeremiah U. Idialu, Ph.D.
  Professor of Accounting
  Samuel Adegboyega University, Ogwa, Edo State, Nigeria

• Simon Ehiabhi, Ph.D.
  Professor of History
  Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, Ondo State, Nigeria

• Cyrille Ngamen Kouassi, Ph.D.
  Professor of Philosophy
  Glorious Vision University, Ogwa, Edo State, Nigeria

• Monday Osemeke, Ph.D.
  Professor of Business Administration
  Glorious Vision University, Ogwa, Edo State, Nigeria

• Babtunde Agara
  Professor of Comparative Politics
  Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo State, Nigeria

• Ironye Samuel, Ph.D.
  Professor of Strategic Studies and Conflict Resolution
  National Open University of Nigeria, FCT, Abuja, Nigeria