Aims and Scope

The NAJ is committed to pushing the boundaries of academic excellence in actuarial and insurance research, bridging the gap between the professional and business worlds. With each issue, we strive to advance the frontiers of knowledge in Actuarial Science, tackling the complex challenges and opportunities that shape our field. Our journal is dedicated to scientifically addressing the pressing issues, interests, and concerns of actuaries, their clients, and policymakers, both domestically and internationally. By doing so, we aim to make a meaningful impact on the world of actuarial science and beyond. The Nigerian Actuarial Journal publishes papers from traditional areas of actuarial practice, including Life and Health Insurance, Pensions and Other Benefits, Actuarial Mathematics, Actuarial Statistics and Mortality Analysis, Survival Models, Demography, Risk Selection and Modeling, Quantitative Finance/Financial Modeling, Investments, Mathematics and Statistical related disciplines that advance actuarial knowledge. We also welcome papers from new and emerging areas of actuarial practice, showcasing innovative approaches and methodologies that are shaping the future of the field. Preference will be given to submissions that demonstrate originality, rigor, and relevance to the advancement of actuarial science.

MANUSCRIPT SPECIFICATION

Manuscripts submitted to the journal must be based on rigorous research that aligns with the journal's scope. Authors are required to submit their papers electronically through the online submission portal or by email to the Chief Editor. Manuscripts should be professionally typed using Times New Roman font, size 11, and double-spaced throughout on A4-sized paper. The total length of the manuscript, including figures, tables, graphs, references, appendices, and endnotes, should not exceed 22 pages. The cover page must include the title of the paper, the author(s)' full name(s), designation(s), complete contact address(es), phone number(s), and email address(es).

Mission

At the heart of The Nigerian Actuarial Journal (NAJ) is a passion for igniting research and inquiry in the fields of Pension, Actuarial Science, Risk, Investment, and Insurance. Our mission is to foster a community of scholars, industry practitioners, and the general public who share our vision of advancing knowledge and expertise in these areas. As we evaluate submissions, we prioritize relevance, originality, rigor, timeliness, and quality, ensuring that our journal remains a trusted source of insightful research and analysis.

Peer Review and Ethics

Nigerian Actuarial Journal is committed to peer-review integrity and upholding the highest standards of review. Once your paper has been assessed for suitability by the editor, it will then be double blind peer reviewed by independent, anonymous expert referees. If you have shared an earlier version of your Author’s Original Manuscript on a preprint server, please be aware that anonymity cannot be guaranteed. Manuscripts submitted to the Nigerian Actuarial Journal are double blind, peer reviewed. Review process The Journal applies the double-blind review process a high quality of the published contributions. Experts recognized in both the national and international academic communities - are involved in the reviewing of all submitted manuscripts. After the submission of a manuscript, the Editorial Board appoints at least two reviewers. Returning a manuscript to its author/coauthors for revision does not guarantee that the manuscript will be accepted for publishing. The Editorial Board’s final decision is based on the reviewers' comments on the revised manuscript. The author of the manuscript will be notified of a possibility of having the manuscript published as soon as the reviewing process is completed. In the case of co-author manuscripts, the correspondence is directed to the designated author, who is responsible for communication with the other co-authors of the manuscript in connection with obtaining the final manuscript.