ICPES 2024

1st INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE

Procurement, Environmental and Social Standards: Key to a Sustainable Livelihood in the 21st Century

  • 11th to 15th November, 2024
  • Gender Building, FUTO, Nigeria
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ABOUT CONFERENCE

Welcome to the 1st International Conference

The FUTO Centre of Excellence in Sustainable Procurement, Environmental, and Social Standards (CE-sPESS), in collaboration with the School of Environmental Sciences (SOES), is hosting a conference to address the challenges of unsustainable procurement practices on the environment and society. This interdisciplinary event will gather researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and industry leaders to discuss innovative research, share best practices, and explore solutions that promote sustainable livelihoods and responsible procurement. The conference aims to foster collaboration and address pressing environmental and social sustainability issues.

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WHO's SPEAKING?

Conference Speakers

Keynote Speaker, Prof. F. C. Eze, FNIP, FSESN, KSJL, JP, Former Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Technology Owerr

Prof. F. C. Eze

Former Vice-Chancellor, FUTO

Keynote Speaker, Prof. F. C. Eze, FNIP, FSESN, KSJL, JP, Former Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Technology Owerr

Professor N.N. Oti, is a renowned academic and visionary leader dedicated to promoting excellence in science, technology, and innovation, fostering an environment of growth and impactful research at the university.

Prof. N.N. Oti

Vice-Chancellor, FUTO

Professor N.N. Oti, is a renowned academic and visionary leader dedicated to promoting excellence in science, technology, and innovation, fostering an environment of growth and impactful research at the university.

Prof. Chidi Nzeadibe, Dean, Faculty of the Social Sciences, University of Nigeria Nsukka, Environmental Management & Sustainability Specialist, Focal Point for UNN, Conversation Africa (TC-Africa).

Prof. Chidi Nzeadibe

Dean, Faculty of the Social Sciences, UNN

Prof. Chidi Nzeadibe, Dean, Faculty of the Social Sciences, University of Nigeria Nsukka, Environmental Management & Sustainability Specialist, Focal Point for UNN, Conversation Africa (TC-Africa).

Dean, Education and Student Experience, College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences. Bangor University, UK.

Dr. Ama Eyo-Otung

Procurement Specialist

Dean, Education and Student Experience, College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences. Bangor University, UK.

Dr. Yakubu Aminu Dodo, Sustainable and Digital Architecture Specialist, Najran University Saudi Arabia.

Dr. Yakubu Aminu Dodo

Sustainable and Digital Architecture Specialist

Dr. Yakubu Aminu Dodo, Sustainable and Digital Architecture Specialist, Najran University Saudi Arabia.

Dr Vincent Ogu, a specialist in sustainability and local dynamics, University of New South Wales, Australia

Dr Vincent Ogu

specialist in sustainability and local dynamics

Dr Vincent Ogu, a specialist in sustainability and local dynamics, University of New South Wales, Australia

Dr Mouhamad Shaker Ali Agha, Director of the MSc Business Analysis and Consulting Programme/International Master Project Management, University of Strathclyde, UK.

Dr Mouhamad Shaker Ali Agha

Supply Chain Risk and Resilience Analyst

Dr Mouhamad Shaker Ali Agha, Director of the MSc Business Analysis and Consulting Programme/International Master Project Management, University of Strathclyde, UK.

Prof. Akachi C. Odoemene, International Fellow at the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars in Washington DC, USA.

Prof. Akachi C. Odoemene

International Fellow at the Woodrow Wilson

Prof. Akachi C. Odoemene, International Fellow at the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars in Washington DC, USA.

Prof C. C. Eze Vice chancellor University of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences Umuoagwo 

Prof C. C. Eze

Vice chancellor University of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences Umuoagwo 

Prof C. C. Eze Vice chancellor University of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences Umuoagwo 

Prof. Kenneth Amaeshi Chair, Business and Sustainable Development, University of Edinburgh, UK

Prof. Kenneth Amaeshi

Chair, Business and Sustainable Development, University of Edinburgh, UK

Prof. Kenneth Amaeshi Chair, Business and Sustainable Development, University of Edinburgh, UK

Keynote Speaker, Prof. F. C. Eze, FNIP, FSESN, KSJL, JP, Former Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Technology Owerr

Prof. F. C. Eze

Keynote Speaker
Former Vice-Chancellor, FUTO

Keynote Speaker, Prof. F. C. Eze, FNIP, FSESN, KSJL, JP, Former Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Technology Owerr

Professor N.N. Oti, is a renowned academic and visionary leader dedicated to promoting excellence in science, technology, and innovation, fostering an environment of growth and impactful research at the university.

Prof. N.N. Oti

Vice-Chancellor, FUTO

Professor N.N. Oti, is a renowned academic and visionary leader dedicated to promoting excellence in science, technology, and innovation, fostering an environment of growth and impactful research at the university.

Prof. Chidi Nzeadibe, Dean, Faculty of the Social Sciences, University of Nigeria Nsukka, Environmental Management & Sustainability Specialist, Focal Point for UNN, Conversation Africa (TC-Africa).

Prof. Chidi Nzeadibe

Dean, Faculty of the Social Sciences, UNN

Prof. Chidi Nzeadibe, Dean, Faculty of the Social Sciences, University of Nigeria Nsukka, Environmental Management & Sustainability Specialist, Focal Point for UNN, Conversation Africa (TC-Africa).

Dean, Education and Student Experience, College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences. Bangor University, UK.

Dr. Ama Eyo-Otung

Procurement Specialist

Dean, Education and Student Experience, College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences. Bangor University, UK.

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Guest Panelists

Conference Panelists

Mr Adebowale A. Adedokun Director, Department of Research, Training & Strategic Planning/Project Coordinator Sustainable Procurement - SPESSE Project

Mr Adebowale A. Adedokun

Director, Department of Research, SPESSE Project

Mr Adebowale A. Adedokun Director, Department of Research, Training & Strategic Planning/Project Coordinator Sustainable Procurement - SPESSE Project

Dr. Joshua Atah, National Coordinator African Centre of Excellence (ACE-Impact) and Sustainable Procurement, Environmental and Social Standards Enhancement (SPESSE) Projects.

Dr. Joshua Atah

National Coordinator ACE-Impact & SPESSE

Dr. Joshua Atah, National Coordinator African Centre of Excellence (ACE-Impact) and Sustainable Procurement, Environmental and Social Standards Enhancement (SPESSE) Projects.

Mrs. R.A. Odetoro, SPESSE Coordinator, Environmental Node Federal Ministry of Environment Abuja.

Mrs. R.A. Odetoro

SPESSE Coordinator

Mrs. R.A. Odetoro, SPESSE Coordinator, Environmental Node Federal Ministry of Environment Abuja.

Mr. Benjamin Okwesa, Deputy Director, Gender Affairs, Federal Ministry of Women Affairs, Abuja and Project Coordinator, Social Standards Node, SPESSE project,

Mr. Benjamin Okwesa

Deputy Director, Gender Affairs, Federal Ministry of Women Affairs

Mr. Benjamin Okwesa, Deputy Director, Gender Affairs, Federal Ministry of Women Affairs, Abuja and Project Coordinator, Social Standards Node, SPESSE project,

Mr Adebowale A. Adedokun Director, Department of Research, Training & Strategic Planning/Project Coordinator Sustainable Procurement - SPESSE Project

Mr Adebowale A. Adedokun

Director, Department of Research, SPESSE Project

Mr Adebowale A. Adedokun Director, Department of Research, Training & Strategic Planning/Project Coordinator Sustainable Procurement - SPESSE Project

Dr. Joshua Atah, National Coordinator African Centre of Excellence (ACE-Impact) and Sustainable Procurement, Environmental and Social Standards Enhancement (SPESSE) Projects.

Dr. Joshua Atah

National Coordinator ACE-Impact & SPESSE

Dr. Joshua Atah, National Coordinator African Centre of Excellence (ACE-Impact) and Sustainable Procurement, Environmental and Social Standards Enhancement (SPESSE) Projects.

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WHAT's OUR PLAN?

Conference Schedule

Day 1 : Monday 11th November
Time Event
10:00 AM
Pre-Conference Workshop
Time Event
9:00 am – 10:00 am Arrival and Registration
10:00 am – 10:05 am National Anthem and Opening Prayer
10:05 am – 10:10 am Introductions
10:10 am – 10:15 am Conference Chair’s Welcome Address – Prof. Feechi Tony-Njoku
10:15 am – 10:25 am Host and Co-host’s Remarks, Prof. Gloria Chukwudebe and Prof. J. D. Njoku
10:20 am – 10:30 am Chief Host: FUTO VC’s Address – Prof. (Mrs.) Nnenna N. Oti
10:30 am – 10:50 am Opening Remarks by Imo State Governor, His Excellency Senator Hope Uzodinma
10:50 am – 11:00 am Keynote Address by Prof. F. C. Eze, FNIP, FSESN, KSJL, JP, FUT, Owerri
11:00 am – 11:15 am Guest Speaker - Prof. Chidi Nzeadibe, Environmental Management and Sustainability, University of Nigeria Nsukka (Virtual)
11:15 am – 11:30 am Guest Speaker - Dr. Yakubu Aminu Dodo, Sustainable and Digital Architecture, Najran University Saudi Arabia (Virtual)
11:30 am – 11:45 pm Guest Speaker - Prof. C. C. Eze, Ag VC UAES, Umuagwo, Imo state, Sustainable Social Development: A Necessary Paradigm Shift
11:45 pm – 12:45 pm Panel Session on SPESSE Project Benefits and Future Directions
Dr. Joshua Atah, SPESSE National Coordinator, National Universities Commission, Abuja
Mr. Adebowale Adedokun, Bureau for Public Procurement, Abuja
Mrs. R.A. Odetoro, Federal Ministry of Environment, Abuja
Mr. Benjamin Okwesa, Federal Ministry of Women Affairs, Abuja
12:45 pm – 1:30 pm Goodwill Messages
VC, Imo State University and VC, Kingsley Ozumba Mbadiwe University
Goodwill Messages from Invited Government Officials
1:30 pm – 1:35 pm Vote of Thanks by Steering Committee Chair
1:35 pm – 1:45 pm Closing Prayers / Photographs
1:45 pm Break and Tour of Exhibition
3pm – 4pm Technical Sessions- Day 1
Time Event
10:00 am - 11:00 am PLENARY SESSION
10:00 am Guest Speaker - Dr. Vincent Ogu, University of Technology Sydney, Australia.
Topic: Sustainable Africa Future: International Perspectives versus Local Dynamics
11:00 am - 4:00 pm TECHNICAL SESSIONS
Time Event
10:00 am - 11:00 am PLENARY SESSION
10:00 am (PRM) Guest Speaker - Dr. Ama, Bangor University, UK.
Topic: Sustainable Procurement Success Factors
11:00 am (PRM) Guest Speaker - Dr. Mouhamad Shaker Ali Agha, University of Strathclyde, UK.
Topic: The Integration of Industry 4.0 to enhance the sustainable supply chain performance: Status, Barriers, and Future Agenda
11:30 am (SSD) Guest Speaker - Prof. Kenneth Amaeshi, University of Edinburgh, UK.
Topic: Business and Sustainable Development
11:00 am - 4:00 pm TECHNICAL SESSIONS
Time Event
10:00 am - 11:00 am PLENARY SESSION
10:00 am (SSD) Prof. Akachi Odoemene, "Gender Issues in Africa: Towards the Mapping of Sustainable Solutions"
Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars in Washington DC, USA
11:00 am - 2:00 pm TECHNICAL SESSIONS
Closing Ceremony Guest Speaker - Prof. Ernest Uwazie, Director, Center for African Peace & Conflict Resolution, California State University, USA. Tentative

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ICPES 2024 Workshops

Pre Conference Workshops

As an optional yet highly valuable addition to ICPES 2024, we invite attendees to join our Pre-Conference Workshops on Environmental Standards and Procurement Management. This workshop offers hands-on learning with state-of-the-art equipment and essential ICT skills for bid evaluations, providing participants with practical knowledge directly applicable to both environmental and procurement sectors.

Workshop Type:
Environmental Standards Workshop (Environmental Measurements with State-of-the-Art Equipment and Instruments) |
Procurement Management Workshop ICT Skills for Procurement Management: Evaluation of Bids
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  • Date:
    11th November 2024
  • Time:
    10am - 4pm
  • Location :
    CE-sPESS Seminar Rooms and Laboratory
  • Ticket Type 1 :
    Students: N10,000
  • Ticket Type 2 :
    Others: N20,000
  • Gender Building, FUTO Nigeria
  • 11th to 15th November, 2024
  • 100+ Available Seats
  • Free Launch & Snacks
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