Journal of Management and Social Sciences Education
The Journal of Management and Social Sciences Education (JOMSSE) is a publication of the College of Management and Social Sciences Education, Lagos State University of Education, Oto/Ijanikin. The Journal focuses on technical, curricula and pedagogical issues in subject disciplines relating to Management Sciences, Social Sciences, Development Studies and related areas. Its scope covers disciplinary areas such as Economics, Geography, Political Science, Psychology, Management, Transport Studies, Civics and Citizenship Education, Sociological Studies, Entrepreneurship Studies, Business Studies and Administration, Environmental Studies, Public Administration, Educational Management, and allied fields.
Microfinancing, Access To Credit And Educational Attainment In Nigeria: Evidence From Ijebu Itele, Ogun State
The study examined the effect of microfinancing, access to credit and Educational attainment in Nigeria based on evidence from Ijebu Itele, Ogun State with a view to exploring the role of microfinance institutions in rural economies. The target population comprised of 2,100 individuals residing and patronising microfinance in Ijebu-Itele, Ijebu East Local Government Area, Ogun State, Nigeria while the sample was 336 respondents selected using Taro Yamane formula based on stratified sampling techniques. The method of data analysis was Logit regression. The result showed that modalities for collecting loan of Microfinance institutions has a significant effect on educational attainment through savings made, level of repayment, and rate of interest. The study concluded that loan provided by microfinance institutions contribute to improved educational outcomes in Ijebu-Itele rural community. It was recommended that there is the need to encourage and promote the establishment or location of more microfinance branches in the rural areas to improve educational achievement of microfinance borrowers.
Microfinancing, education, access, rural area, logit and probit model
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Examination Of The Intersectionality Of Tribe, Class, And Gender In Early Childhood Education In Primary Schools In Lagos State
The study examined the intersectionality of tribe, class, and gender in early childhood education in Lagos State primary schools. A descriptive survey design was used with 150 teachers selected through simple random sampling. Data were analyzed using percentages, mean, and standard deviation. Findings showed that intersecting social identities influence inequalities affecting pupils’ academic performance and well-being. The study recommended culturally responsive teaching, continuous teacher training, and inclusive curriculum practices to promote equity in education.
Intersectionality, Tribe, Class, Gender, Early Childhood Education
Financial Literacy Skills And The Profitability Of Micro, Small And Medium Enterprises In Kano Metropolis
This study examined the impact of financial literacy skills on the profitability of some selected Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Kano metropolis. Specifically, the study examined the effect of Book keeping skill, Budgeting skill, and Cash flow skill on the profitability of some selected Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in Kano Metropolis. A survey was conducted using questionnaire as the instrument. A questionnaire was administered on a sample of 200 Owners / Managers of MSMEs in the study area, out of which 168 properly filled questionnaires were retained for analysis. Both descriptive statistics and regression analysis were employed and the findings revealed that book Keeping skills, budgeting skills and cash flow skills have significant impact on the profitability of MSMEs in Kano metropolis. The study recommended that more awareness should be created for MSME owners on the importance of participating in financial literacy programmes and financial institutions should also take their service closer to MSMEs.
Financial Literacy, Profitability, Book keeping skills, Budgeting skills, Cash flow management skills
Microbial Components And Groundwater Quality In Lagos West Senatorial District, Lagos State, Nigeria
Water is a vital resource essential for health, agriculture, and industry. Groundwater, comprising about 30% of the world's freshwater, is a primary drinking water source for many communities. However, its quality is often compromised by contaminants, including microbial pathogens, which pose significant public health risks. This study focuses on groundwater quality in Lagos West Senatorial District, Nigeria, where rapid urbanization and industrialization have intensified water contamination issues. Despite its critical role, the microbial quality of groundwater in this densely populated area has been inadequately studied. The research employed an experimental design, collecting water samples from 40 wells during both the dry (February) and wet (June) seasons of 2023. The samples were analyzed using various agars, including Nutrient Agar (NA), MacConkey Agar (MAC), Thiosulfate-Citrate-Bile-Salt-Sucrose (TCBS) Agar, and Salmonella Shigella (SS) Agar, to detect microbial contaminants. Results indicated significant microbial contamination, with varying levels of contamination across different agars and seasons. For instance, Nutrient Agar results showed high microbial counts, with too numerous to count (TNC) instances exceeding recommended limits. Similarly, contamination levels for MacConkey Agar and TCBS Agar also surpassed acceptable thresholds. The study highlights the prevalent microbial contamination in groundwater sources, posing serious health risks such as cholera and typhoid fever.The findings underscore the urgent need for improved water management and sanitation practices in Lagos West Senatorial District. Recommendations include enhancing waste management, regular water quality monitoring, and implementing advanced water treatment technologies to safeguard public health and ensure safe drinking water.
Microbial components, Groundwater Quality, Lagos West, Nigeria
An Interrogation of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and Security Challenges in the Conduct of 2019 and 2023 Presidential Elections in Nigeria.
The conduct of general elections in Nigeria is a fundamental function of Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). But, for the successful conduct of every election, the Commission requires the provision of adequate security by security agencies for Electoral officials, materials needed for the election as well as the electorates during and after elections. These have made the security agencies an indispensable body for the conduct of free, fair and credible election in Nigeria and in most other democratic countries in Africa. However, with the application of the qualitative method of gathering data and analysis, this work discovers that the attitude and disposition of some security agents assigned for electoral duties in Nigeria have continue to pose a threat to successful conduct of free, fair and credible election in Nigeria as witnessed in the presidential elections of 2019 and 2023. For instance, this paper establishes the fact that some of these security agents while on electoral duties fail to take directives from INEC officials, lack coordination between security agents on electoral duties and their respective hierarchy and there were hardly any punishment for these infringements by necessary authorities. In view of these shortcomings on the part of security agents in elections management, the paper suggests that all security agents assigned for election duties should take order from INEC officials assigned for such purpose; suggests a synergy between election agents on election duties and their hierarchies and also proposes that there should be punishments for security officials who connived with politicians for election frauds.
Electoral Commission, Security Agents, Presidential election, credible election.
Digital Globalisation And Quality Assurance In The Nigerian Education System: Exploring Interplay In The Management Of Basic And Post-Basic Education Sub-Sectors
Digital globalisation has become increasingly prevalent in the Nigerian education system, leading to a growing need for quality assurance. This issue has become particularly relevant in basic and post-basic education sub-sectors in Nigeria's education system. Understanding the interplay between digital globalisation and quality assurance in the Nigerian education system, especially at the basic and post-basic education respectively calls for concern of the stakeholders such as the government, and the citizenry in general. This prompts the rationale for the education system in Nigeria at the basic and post-basic levels to be digitally inclusive. More so, educational activities can continue in the face of emerging issues such as climate change and pandemic outbreaks without the academic calendar being truncated for any reason and quality assurance of the service delivery not being jeopardised. Digital globalization is admonished as the device (computer and the internet) used in linking the whole world as a single village and entity. Quality assurance refers to the standard and benchmark proscribed to serve as the measuring device in ascertaining the level of compliance with the prescription. Against the ground, this study explored various factors and dynamics within basic and post-basic education. Given this, the following were suggested as recommendations among others: Government at all levels should ensure equitable access to digital resources and infrastructure by all teachers, educators, and learners across the board of education sub-sectors; and Monitoring and evaluation of digital globalisation should the responsibilities of all the stakeholders in the education sector.
Indigenous Language Ability And Entrepreneurship Skills Of Non-Native Entrepreneurs In Lagos State
The multi-ethnic composition of Lagos and advantages it offers for business transaction constitute major concerns for stakeholder. Of particular interest is the entrepreneurship skills which have tendencies to deliver advantages to all and sundry involved. There has been evidence that ability to speak local languages enhances identity and trust thereby increasing entrepreneurship activities. This motivated an examination of the relationship between language ability and entrepreneurship skills among non-Yoruba speaking entrepreneurs in Lagos. Survey research design of correlation type was adopted, population comprises of all non-Yoruba speaking entrepreneurs in Lagos, while purposive and simple random sampling technique was used to select 200 participants who are willing to participate in the study. The findings reveal that there is a significant relationship between language ability and entrepreneurship skill of non-Yoruba speaking entrepreneurs in Lagos. It was recommended that local language should be promoted for business transactions.
Indigenous Language, Non-Native Speakers, Entrepreneurship Skills & Lagos State.
An Evaluation Of The Factors Influencing The Implementation Of Cloud Computing Adoption For Organizational Performance
Cloud computing has revolutionized the way organizations operate, offering numerous benefits such as scalability, flexibility, and cost savings. However, the factors influencing the adoption of cloud computing on organizational performance remains poorly understood. This study aims to evaluation the factors influencing of the implementation of cloud computing adoption for organizational performance, focusing on organizational, technological, and environmental factors. The specific objectives include examining the effect of organizational factors, technological factors, and environmental factors on cloud computing adoption and organizational performance. Three research questions were formulated to guide the study, addressing the extent to which each category of factors influences organizational performance and to test the relationships between these factors and organizational performance. The research design employed is a quantitative approach, utilizing a total enumeration sampling technique to survey 102 skilled employees of Mira Technology Limited Lagos. A well-structured questionnaire, with reliability was established using the pilot test method, resulting in a Cronbach alpha coefficient of 0.81. The questionnaire focuses on gathering respondents' perceptions regarding organizational, technological, and environmental factors influencing cloud computing adoption and organizational performance. Data analysis was conducted using mean and standard deviation to analyze the research questions and examine the extent to which each factor affects organizational performance. The findings revealed high extents of influence for organizational, technological, and environmental factors on cloud computing adoption and organizational performance. Recommendations include prioritizing organizational culture, leadership support, employee training, resource allocation, and communication channels to facilitate successful cloud computing adoption. Additionally, suggestions are made for selecting scalable, reliable, and innovative cloud solutions, leveraging government support, considering geographical and environmental factors, and promoting social responsibility initiatives. By implementing these recommendations, organizations can effectively harness the transformative potential of cloud computing to enhance performance, drive innovation, and achieve sustainable growth in today's digital landscape.
Cloud Computing, Organizational Performance, Adoption
Impact Of Urban – Rural Disparity In School Attendance On Multidimensional Poverty In Nigeria
This study examined the issue of urban-rural disparities in education in Nigeria, specifically in terms of attendance at school and its effects on development outcomes. It attempts to empirically affirm the existence of urban - rural bias in school attendance at the primary, junior secondary and senior secondary levels, and the implications of such a bias for multidimensional poverty. The study made use of descriptive research design involving cross sectional (state based) data on relevant variables of the study compiled by reputable national/international bodies. These include the MICS data on the Nigerian education sector by UNICEF-Nigeria and the Nigerian Multidimensional Poverty Index by the National Bureau of Statistics. Collected data were analysed using descriptive statistics, independent samples t test, and ordinary least squares regression technique. The results reveal that there is significant difference in urban – rural school attendance at all levels of the educational system considered while urban – rural disparity in school attendance has significant effect on multidimensional poverty at both the junior secondary and senior secondary levels but not at the primary school level. While disparity in attendance at the junior secondary level increases poverty, it decreases poverty at the senior secondary level. Appropriate recommendations were offered based on the findings.
School attendance, Rural-urban disparity, Multidimensional poverty, Nigeria
Impact Of Professional Indemnity On The Quality Of Medical Practice In Lagos State, Nigeria
Negligent in professional services needs to be addressed to ascertain optimal service delivery. This study examines the adoption of professional indemnity in cushioning the effect of litigation that may arise as a result of negligent by medical professionals in Lagos State. This study tested the behavioural theory by developing research questions on professional indemnity insurance and medical practice in Lagos State Nigeria. The study adopts survey research design and stratified sampling method with the used of questionnaire as a tool of data collections. The studyused a population of 141 respondents and 138 as sample size based on valid responses. Generalized Linear Method of regression was used to quantitatively examine the effect of professional indemnity insurance on the quality of medical practice in Lagos State Nigeria. The study found out that the level of professional indemnity insurance adoption in the medical profession in Lagos State has reduce the rate of litigation of medical professionals as a result of medical negligence. The study also shows that the professional indemnity insurance has increase the quality of medical practice in Lagos State Nigeria. The study supports the behavioural theory that the behaviour of medical professionals is a key assessment tool in medical practices. Thestudy recommends support from the regulators of the medical professionals to compulsorily implement the adoption of professional indemnity insurance for all medical professionals in Lagos State Nigeria.
Medical professionals, professional indemnity, insurance, Lagos State, Negligence
Globalisation And Poverty: Evidence From Nigeria
Globalization is the process of the integration of economic, political, social and cultural values across international boundaries while poverty as a type of social exclusion that comes when an individual or family fails to meet an established threshold. Therefore, this study investigated how globalization has affected income inequality in Nigeria. The study employed the use of ARDL bounds testing approach to cointegration and the Error Correction Model (ECM). The ARDL Bound test found out that there is a significant long-term correlation between the variables and that each variable is integrated in a different order. The study also discovered that whenever there is an increase in globalization indicators like foreign direct investment, trade balance, and the GDP control variable, the country's poverty rate decreases both in the short and long terms. Following the empirical findings of this study, the following recommendations were made; foster collaboration between government, private sector, civil society, and international organizations to create a comprehensive strategy for poverty reduction, expand cash transfer programs, food security initiatives, and subsidized healthcare to alleviate short-term poverty, provide financial support and access to credit for SMEs to help them compete in a global market, ensure that the benefits of globalization are widely distributed by promoting policies that target income inequality and regional disparities, and encourage innovation and support industries with high potential for growth and job creation through research and development initiatives.
Globalization, Foreign direct investment, Trade openness, Balance of trade statement
Effective school management and enhancement of 21st century teaching and learning in junior secondary schools in abuja.
The study examined strategies for effective school management in enhancing 21st-century teaching and learning in junior secondary schools in Abuja. A descriptive survey design was adopted, with a sample of 60 schools, involving 180 principals and 1,200 students selected through stratified and simple random sampling techniques. Data were collected using questionnaires and analyzed using mean, standard deviation, and Pearson’s correlation. Findings revealed a significant relationship between effective school management strategies and teaching and learning. The study recommended regular training for school administrators, mentorship programs for inexperienced leaders, and increased investment in IT infrastructure to support modern educational practices.
Election Management And Administration In Nigeria: Issues, Challenges And Remedies
Election management and administration in Nigeria has always generated a lot of challenges and will always generate these challenges due to the sensitive and precarious nature of elections in the country, and the “do or die” attitude of the political actors, who are bent on winning elections at any cost. This becomes more important as Nigeria prepares for another round of general elections in 2023. It becomes more strategic because, election is the most peaceful process of change of government or regime the world over. This process becomes even more tense with the involvement of the political actors in the process of these elections. Thus, making the management of election a very difficult task for the election manager, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The aim of this paper is to examine the challenges of election management in Nigeria, with a view of proffering solutions to these challenges. The study is basically descriptive in nature and will make use of secondary data. The key recommendations of the study are that adequate security must be provided by the Federal, State and Local governments for the election managers, the electorate and the election materials. Also, the election manager, INEC must engage the services of professional body such as the National Political Science Association (NPSA) in handling elections in Nigeria in order to have a free, fair, credible and transparent elections in Nigeria.
Election, Management, permanent voters' card, National Political Science Association (NPSA), Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
Effect Of Climate Change On Property And Liability Insurance
The life-threatening changes in the climate have led to serious global problems which is associated with higher temperatures currently experienced across the globe. The insurance industry globally is affected by the effects from climate changes as they provide compensations for losses associated with this. This study examined the effect of climate change on property and liability insurance. The descriptive survey research design was adopted for this study and the sampling technique adopted for the study was purposive sampling. A total of 150 copies of questionnaires were administered to respondents in the selected companies but 107 were received as completed. These received completed questionnaires were used for the data analysis. The results revealed that climate change has significant impact on the insurance of property and liabilities in the Nigerian insurance industry.
Climate change, Insurance industry, Liability, Property
Effectiveness Of Spiritual-Integrated Therapy In Reducing Psychological Distress Among Women With Infertility Challenges
Infertility is the inability of an individual to conceive after engaging in a series of unprotected sexual intercourse for a period of twelve to eighteen months could be devastating and traumatic. This trauma exacerbates emotional distress which can threaten psychological health leading to psychological distress. Considering the negative psychological and emotional implications, infertility could cause, there is need for studies and designing of interventions to reduce psychological distress among women with infertility problems. This study included fifty (50) women with infertility challenges accessing treatment at the Federal Teaching Hospital, Ido-Ekiti, and State Specialist Hospital, Ikere -Ekiti using a quasi-experimental design. An adapted form of Kessler's psychological distress scale was used for both pretest and post-test data collection from participants divided into Spiritual Integrated Therapy and the control group. The results showed a significant reduction in the psychological distress level among participants exposed to spiritual Integrated Therapy compared to those in the control group. Spiritual Integrated Therapy is effective in reducing psychological distress among women with infertility issues.
Infertility challenges, Women, Psychological distress, Spiritual Integrated Therapy
Tolulope Oluwatoyin OLAYIWOLA-ADEDOJA (PhD)
Entrepreneurship, Climate Change And Economic Growth In Africa
Over the years, Africa Countries have been exploiting other areas for the needed economic growth, such areas include; Foreign Direct Investment, external loan, foreign partnership etc. However, entrepreneurship is an area that had not been fully focused. This study carries out and in-depth qualitative analysis into the place of entrepreneurship on economic growth of the continent amidst the challenges of climate change. Africa had been adjured as the continent most vulnerable to climate change. The climate change curtails economic growth which in turn adversely affects the spate of entrepreneurship. Rapid entrepreneurship growth also influences high economic growth and the economic growth inturn brings about factors that increase climate change with its effect on entrepreneurship. Therefore, there is need for appropriate policy intervention to balance the spate of entrepreneurship growth with climate change decline and sustainable economic growth in Africa. Towards this, the study recommends among others; appropriate rules and regulations coupled with stringent compliance measures on climate change issues, encouragement of entrepreneurship growth by governments at all levels and the private sectors, development of climate change resilient seeds for farmers etc.
Climate Change, Entrepreneurship, Economic growth, Institutions
Moral Development Of Nigerian Political Successors And Its Implications On Governance In Nigeria
The success or failure of a nation to a large extent depends on the moral development of its political leaders and their successors. The leaders usually develop their successors to take after them. Given this background, the paper reviewed some concepts that are central to the study, such as moral, ethic, governance and politics among others. It also examined Kohlberg's moral development theory which is found to be central to the discussions in this paper. The expected qualities of followers and that of leaders were also examined. The paper investigate the political settings vis- a-vis the structure of Nigeria political environment. This is with a view to examine the characteristics of Nigeria political environment and determine its moral standard in relation to their effects on the political environment. The paper found out that the moral standard of Nigeria politicians or political leaders and their followers is morally bankrupt. The Nigeria political environment is found to be characterised by immoral behaviour such as corruption in the area of vote buying, certificate forgery and other unethical vices. The resultant effect of this is utter neglect for the provision of basic amenities leading to poor national development especially in the area of socio-economic development. The paper also found out that the apathy of the public to politics has also encourage the immoral attitude of the political leaders. The paper recommended the adoption of Kohlberg's moral development theory in training political followers. Also, it was recommended that individual of impeccable characters should be made to head institutions such as the Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFFC), Independent and Electoral Commission (INEC), and Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to mention a few. Furthermore, it recommended among others that moral education as well as political education should be emphasized in the primary and secondary schools.
Ethics, governance, moral, moral development, politics.
Pre-Service Elementary Teachers' Attitudes And Utilization Of Artificial Intelligence In Academic Activities
Artificial intelligence is an emerging technology in the field of education. However, awareness and utilization vary in different professions. This study investigated pre-service teachers' attitudes and utilization of artificial intelligence in teaching-learning activities in Nigeria. The population for this study consists of all pre-service teachers in one college of education in Kwara State. The study adopted a descriptive survey research method, which was used to select 96 pre-service teachers in a private college of education using simple random sampling techniques. The researcher designed the "Pre-service Elementary Teachers' Attitudes and Utilization of Artificial Intelligence in Teaching Learning Activities Questionnaire" (PSETAUAIQ) and used it for data collection, achieving a reliability index of 0.77. The study revealed that pre-service teachers have a positive attitude toward the use of artificial intelligence in teaching and learning activities; the level of artificial intelligence utilization among pre-service elementary teachers is high. Also, there was no significant difference in pre-service attitude and utilization based on gender. It was recommended that pre-service teachers should be exposed to ethical training to guide the usage of AI.
Pre-service Teachers, Artificial Intelligence, Utilization, Attitud
Education, Entrepreneurship And Economic Growth In Nigeria: An Autoregressive Distributed Lag Analysis
Education and entrepreneurship are twin engines that can power Nigeria's economic growth, as they fuel innovation, enhance skill sets, and create a dynamic workforce capable of tackling the challenges of a rapidly evolving global market. Therefore, this paper examines the effect of education and entrepreneurship on economic growth in Nigeria. The paper makes use of annual time series data over the period 1990 to 2023 and the data set was estimated using the Autoregressive Distributed Lag model. The result shows that entrepreneurship has no significant short run or long run effect on economic growth while education has significant effect on economic growth in the short run but the effect becomes weak in the long run. In order to improve the situation, it was recommended that efforts be made to address those constraints that might be hindering the relevance of entrepreneurship to the growth of the Nigerian economy such as infrastructural deficiency and paucity of capital while the education system should also be strengthened via curricula that emphasize practical entrepreneurial training, innovation and skill development.
Education, Entrepreneurship and Economic Growth
Impact Of Teacher Factors On Effective Teaching And Learning Of Economics In Public Secondary Schools In Somolu Local Government Area Of Lagos State, Nigeria.
This study examined the effect of selected negative teachers attributes (poor qualifications, lack of commitment, poor teacher- students interaction poor usage of instructional materials) on effective teaching and learning of Economics in public senior secondary schools in Somolu Local Government Area of Lagos State, Nigeria. The study also examined the teaching strategies considered appropriate by economics teachers for the teaching of the subject. The study employed descriptive survey research design. The population of the study consisted of all Economics teachers in public senior secondary schools in Somolu local government. Three (3) public senior secondary schools and ten (10) Economics teachers were randomly selected. The research instrument used for the data collection in this study was questionnaire. The data collected were analyzed using frequency tables, simple percentages and correlation analysis. The findings revealed that there is significant relationship between the selected teachers attributes and effective teaching and learning of Economics; these attributes have negative effect on teaching learning activities. Respondents also agreed that practical, student centred, problem based teaching strategies are most appropriate for teaching the subject. Appropriate recommendations were given based on the findings.
Teacher factors; Effective teaching and learning, Economic, Public Schools
This study investigated the intersection of tribe class and gender in early childhood education in primary schools in Lagos State. Using a descriptive survey
Distance Education And E-Learning: Instruments For Managing Behaviour And Character Reformation In Sports And Society 5.0
Education has no doubt been scientifically proven to be an agent of positive change in human behavior and fosters peace in the society. Nigeria has over 13,000 public secondary schools and over 80,000 private secondary schools as at April 2024, while there are 62 federal universities, 63 state universities and 149 private universities. However, despite the high number of availability of schools running both full-time and part-time in-class programme in Nigeria, there is still tremendous level of deviant behavior mostly in sport and the society at large. Several scholars have tried to explore the behavior and character reformation of people in an educational setting but little to none have examined distance education and e-Learning for managing behavior and building/reforming character in sports and society 5.0. Hence this study therefore proposes distance education and e- Learning as a vital instrument for managing behavior and character reformation in sports and society 5.0. Specifically, some conceptual clarifications of distance education and e-Learning, behavior management and character reformation are x-rayed. Various platforms for managing behavior and reforming character in sports and society 5.0 through distance and e-learning vis-à-vis the challenges of distance education and e-learning in sports and society 5.0 were discussed. The role of the teacher in e-learning was also considered.
Behaviour, Character Reformation, Distance education, e- Learning, Society 5.0
Influence Of Personal Characteristics On Entrepreneurship Education And Vocational Skill Acquisition by Graduate Teachers In South West Nigeria
Personality traits influence attitudes and behaviours, including entrepreneurial disposition. This study examined the effects of age, religion, length of training, discipline, and gender on entrepreneurship education and vocational skills acquisition among graduate teachers in South West Nigeria. Using random sampling, 386 junior secondary school teachers from three states were selected. Data were collected through a 20-item yes/no questionnaire and analysed using frequency counts, percentages, and MANOVA. Findings revealed reasonable exposure to entrepreneurship education and vocational skills acquisition. However, only the interaction between gender and highest qualification significantly influenced vocational skills acquisition. Policy interventions should consider these combined factors for effectiveness.
Personal Characteristics, Entrepreneurship Education, Vocational Skill Acquisition, Graduate Teachers, South West Nigeria.
Family Contributions Towards The Attainment Of The Millennium Development Goals As Strategy For Terrorism Reduction: Insights From Teacher-Parents
Terrorism is a global phenomenon which is ravaging the developmental activities of all nations most particularly the third world countries. However, in the recent times, these dastard activities have been reduced due to various interventions of different world bodies and thus affecting the growth and development as outlined by the Millennium Development Goals of the United Nations. This study therefore examines the views of parents on this reduction in terrorism and its contribution to the world's growth. The fifty participants in the study responded to the four items on each of the four goals making sixteen items altogether by rating the extent to which families are contributing to the achievement of the millennium development goals, and thereby could reduce terrorism. Scores were analyzed using mean, percentage, and rank. Findings show that training children in moral conduct, giving support for vocational training of children, family having capacity to educate children, parents having positive attitude towards girl- child education and general caring for the children will promote the MDGS and thereby reducing the act of terrorism. It was recommended that community-based awareness programmes on MDGS and global terrorism should be organized in schools and in different communities to further escalate the effects and achieve more.
Family, Terrorism, Millenium Development Goals, Teacher- Parents
The Role of International Aid And Foreign Investments In Nigeria's Development: A Critical Analysis
International aid and foreign investment are both crucial for a country's progress and development. Despite being one of the African countries that receives the most foreign investments and international assistance, Nigeria still faces significant developmental challenges. Nigeria has received a total of $36.16 billion in official development aid between 2015 and 2022. Also, in the first quarter of 2024, Nigeria has experienced a significant increase in foreign investment inflows, reaching US$3.4 billion. However, the country is still battling with issues such as poverty, inadequate infrastructure, and an unpredictable economy. This paper critically examined the role of foreign investments and international aid on Nigeria's development. The study relies on secondary sources, such as statistical data from official sources, academic papers, and reports from national and international organizations. The paper observed that despite the existence of foreign investments, Nigeria's development remains a challenge. Furthermore, while foreign aid has played some substantial role, issues such as inefficiency, corruption, and inadequate strategic implementation have frequently hindered the projected developmental advantages. The findings revealed that while foreign investments and international aid have provided crucial financial assistance and opportunities for growth, they have also presented challenges such as dependency, misallocation, and oftentimes exacerbating existing issues, despite their necessity. Again, assistance has not aligned with local needs, and foreign investments have not consistently led to overall economic benefits. The paper concluded that, in order for Nigeria to fully fulfill her potential of development, it must address issues related to governance, enhance transparency, and ensure that foreign aid and investments are strategically aligned with the nation's long-term development objectives. The paper recommended that there should be establishment and implementation of checkmating mechanisms to ensure the effective allocation of finances and aid.
International Aid, Foreign Investments, Development, Economic Growth Sustainability
From Agitation To Extortion: Understanding The Evolution Of Banditry In Nigeria And Its Implications For Security And Development
The rationale of this study is to examine the comprehensive exploration of banditry in Nigeria, tracing its evolution from localized criminal activities to a broader security threat and analyzing its profound implications for security and development. Drawing upon historical, socio-economic, and governance perspectives, the paper elucidates the comprehensive nature of banditry and emphasizes the need for nuanced understanding and strategic interventions. Banditry in Nigeria is depicted as a complex phenomenon shaped by historical legacies, socio-economic disparities, governance failures, and arms proliferation. The paper underscores the importance of addressing underlying drivers and vulnerabilities to effectively mitigate the impact of banditry on security and development. It advocates for a holistic approach that integrates security measures, socio-economic interventions, governance reforms, community engagement, and arms control initiatives. It was recommended and concluded that through strengthened law enforcement, targeted poverty alleviation programs, promotion of good governance, empowerment of local communities, and regional cooperation, Nigeria can confront the challenges posed by banditry and work towards building a more secure, stable, and prosperous society for all its citizens.
Agitation, Extortion, Banditry, Security and Development
Vegetation mapping in nigeria: current status, challenges and the Way forward
Vegetation serves as a critical ecological and socio-economic resource, maintaining biodiversity, regulating water cycles, and providing sustenance, particularly in developing countries. With the increasing threat of global warming due to deforestation, effective vegetation mapping has become essential for biodiversity conservation and forest management. This paper reviews vegetation mapping techniques, types, and their significance in environmental management, focusing on Nigeria. While field-based methods offer high-resolution data, they are time-consuming and costly. Thus, remote sensing has become the preferred alternative. However, despite technological advances, vegetation mapping in Nigeria remains outdated and inconsistent, with notable challenges in accessibility and accuracy. Although groundbreaking, the national mapping projects, including the NIRAD and FORMECU projects, suffer from scale-related errors and inadequate classification schemes. Regional efforts face similar issues, compounded by the lack of a comprehensive, accessible mapping framework. To address these issues, the paper suggests developing a National Mapping Policy, adopting digital interpretation techniques, utilizing hyperspectral imagery, and improving access to vegetation maps through web-based platforms. It also proposes establishing a central geospatial data agency to coordinate and share mapping resources. The recommendations highlight the urgent need for accurate, accessible vegetation data to support sustainable environmental planning and resource management in Nigeria.
Vegetation mapping; Biodiversity conservation; Remote sensing; National Mapping Policy; Geospatial data
Evaluation Of The Functionality Of Allen-Avenue Signalized Intersection In Ikejausing The High Way Capacity Method
This study evaluates the Allen Avenue Intersection functions due to influx of vehicular and pedestrian traffic resulting from several commercial activities in the area, applying the Highway Capacity Method, a widely used tool for analyzing traffic flow and determining the capacity of roadways and intersections. The method was applied to Allen Avenue intersection to identify areas of improvement on its functionality. Traffic volume, lane geometry, signal timing and intersection control types were used as parameters measure. The result shows that the HCM used at the intersection, has high level of service in terms of traffic flow with capacity of 780 vehicles per stop on 3 lanes in each of 2-arms of the intersection per hour at the peak period, while at the off-peak period 120 vehicles per hour at the intersection, while other 2-arms with 1-2 lanes have 312 vehicles in an hour at the intersection at the peak period while 60 vehicles are what is obtainable at the off-peak period. The Intersection has a low delay per vehicle and a high level of safety. Based on this, recommendations are suggested for improving the functionality of the studied intersection like implementing traffic calming measures, to reduce speed and improve safety, improve and maintain the existing traffic calming devices. In conclusion, the HCM analysis shows that the Allen Avenue intersection currently functions well, but not in all Arms, thereby affecting the intersection. Improvement and further studies are needed by implementing the recommended measures for more evaluation of the long-term.
Functionality, Geometric, Intersections, Lanes, Traffic Volume,
Advancing Frontiers Of Knowledge In The Formal School System Through Effective Transformational Education And Value Re -Orientation Of Teaching Personnel
The present state of the nation's educational system is worrisome since the decadence observed is manifesting in virtually all the sub-units that make up the nation's educational system. To effect quality educational delivery, effective transformational education should be agitated for while value re- orientation geared towards changing the mindset of the teaching personnel for better performance must also be prioritized. To this end, the paper examines different ways through which transformational education and value re-orientation of teaching personnel can help advance knowledge frontiers in the nation's formal school setting. To achieve this, the paper under conceptual clarification discusses transformational education and value re-orientation. Transformational education and its impartation on educational delivery were also fully discussed while notable core values were identified and discussed in relation to their attributes as regards change of behaviour among teaching personnel in the nation's formal school system. Based on the conclusion, it was recommended among others that a responsive monitoring team should be raised to checkmate the excesses of the teaching personnel and to also identify and report all lapses observed in the school affairs for possible amendment and improved productivity.
Formal school, System, Education, Value Re-orientation, Teaching personnel
Technological Motivation And Academic Performance Of Economics Students During Covid-19 Pandemic: Evidence From Osun State University
This study investigates the influence of technological motivation on the academic performance of students in Economics during the COVID-19 pandemic at Osun State University. A sample of two hundred (n=200) undergraduate students from the Ipetu-Ijesha (n=100) and Okuku (n=100) campuses participated in the study. Self-developed questionnaires, validated by the project supervisor, were utilized for data collection, and analysis was conducted using mean score ratings. The findings indicate a positive impact of technological motivation on students' academic performance in Economics during the pandemic. Future research should focus on longitudinally assessing the sustained effects of ICT integration on student engagement, academic performance, and overall learning outcomes across various academic disciplines. Additionally, exploring the efficacy of specific ICT tools, such as touch screens, digitizers, cell phones, video projectors, and digital cameras, will aid educators in selecting appropriate technologies for effective educational delivery.
ICT, Academic performance, Economics, Covid-19 Pandemic