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EFFECT OF VENTURE CAPITAL FINANCING ON THE FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE OF SMEs IN CROSS RIVER STATE
Get PDFThis study examined the effect of venture capital financing on the financial performance of small and medium scale enterprises (SMEs) in Cross River state, Nigeria. Specifically, the study sought to determine the effect of venture capital financing on the Net sales, net profit and Return On Assets of SMEs in cross river state. The study anchored significantly on pecking order theory. Descriptive survey research design was used for the study. The population of study comprised all the SMEs in Cross River State that registered with Corporate Affairs Commission and have used venture capital. The sampling technique adopted was a two-staged sampling technique which are purposive and simple random sampling technique. Primary data were collected from respondents through structured questionnaires. Data collected were analysed using descriptive statistics of mean and standard deviation. Correlation test and analysis of variance (ANOVA) were also used. The findings therefore revealed that there was significant difference in net sales, net profit and return on assets after using venture capital financing. Hence, it was concluded that venture capital financing has significant effect on the financial performance of SMEs. Based on the finding and conclusion, it was recommended among others that fund managers should intensify the advisory role to ensure that businesses take advantage of increase their turnovers
ASSESSMENT OF SECURITY OPERATIONS ON TACKLING BANDITRY FOR SUSTAINABLE NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN NORTH-WESTERN NIGERIA
Get PDFThe paper assesses the role of the security in tackling insecurity that manifested in the form of banditry in the North-Western region for sustainable national development in Nigeria. The activities of the bandits in the study area also led to so many security challenges in the region which has caused a lot of sets back in all aspect. These security challenges include kidnapping for ransom, displacement of the rural dwellers, closure of schools and other social facilities, increase in abandoned farmland, and loss of lives and properties. Data was sourced from two major sources; secondary and primary sources. The secondary sources were from existing literature on Insecurity, the interview method and questionnaire were adopted as the primary source of data to generate reliable data from the selected key informants within the study area. The paper concludes that military engagement to tackle banditry have yielded positive results in tackling the security situation in the study area. Finally, the paper suggests that certain measures need to be taken in other to reduce the security challenges of the North-Western region and create an avenue for sustainable national security in Nigeria. Some of these are adequate security presence in rural areas, provision of adequate logistics in tackling banditry, the synergy between and among the security agencies, provision of adequate manpower, provisions of sophisticated weapons
THE IMPACT OF HUMAN CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT ON AGRICULTURAL OUTPUT IN NIGERIA
Get PDFThis study employed the Ordinary Least Square (OLS) estimation technique to examine the impact of human capital development on agricultural productivity in Nigeria for the period 1981-2022. The objectives of the study were to examine the impact of aggregate investment in education on agricultural output, and aggregate investment in healthcare on agricultural output in Nigeria. The findings showed that aggregate expenditure on education has a positive and significant effect on agricultural output in Nigeria, as well as labour force participation, and life expectancy at birth having a positive and statistically significant effect on agricultural output in Nigeria. On the contrary, aggregate expenditure on healthcare and literacy rate both showed a negative and not statistically significant on agricultural output in Nigeria. This study is inclined to the fact that a high literacy rate and well- being of the citizens contribute greatly to gross domestic product in Nigeria. The study further recommended that; Nigeria government should increase funding in the education sector to sustain the positive outcome of the current spending this will improve literacy rate which is essential for economic growth and development
SOCIAL WORK ROLES AND THE WELLBEING OF ORPHANS AND VULNERABLE CHILDREN IN CALABAR MUNICIPALITY, CROSS RIVER STATE, NIGERIA
Get PDFThe objective of this study is to examine the correlation between social welfare services and the socio-economic well-being of individuals in Calabar South, Cross River State, Nigeria. To accomplish this objective, a hypothesis was formulated to guide the study. The sample size consisted of four hundred respondents (400). A descriptive survey research approach was employed, utilizing research questionnaires as the primary data collection instrument. Data analysis was conducted using chi-square, simple percentages, and tables. The study's findings indicate a significant relationship between social welfare services in Calabar South and family income. This suggests that the income of many families in the area experiences an uplift during periods of heightened social welfare activities. The study underscores the importance of these findings for the residents of Calabar South.Base on the results, it is recommended that the government take prompt action to raise awareness and exposure among the populace, particularly through community mobilization, traditional leaders, youth groups, and faith-based organizations, regarding the opportunities provided by social welfare service activities in the area. Additionally, the role of non-governmental organizations in enhancing the socio-economic well-being of the population should be emphasized
ETHNIC POLITICS AND SUSTAINABLE DEMOCRACY IN NIGERIA
Get PDFSince Nigeria gained independence, there has been a persistent demand for an electoral system that would foster a functional democratic process. Despite numerous reform efforts, the outcome appears to deteriorate with each successive general election. This study employs content analysis, drawing on the conflict theory proposed by Karl Marx. It examines the influence of ethnic politics on Nigeria's pursuit of a sustainable democracy. The research contends that the endemic nature of ethnic politics presents significant hurdles to democracy's survival in Nigeria. The findings reveal various symptoms and ramifications of ethnic politics that hinder the consolidation of democracy, including heightened calls for self-determination, escalating insecurity, and stalled development. However, the paper advocates for a two-party system to mitigate regional dominance in power structures, emphasizes strict adherence to federal principles, and proposes restructuring as crucial measures to address the challenges posed by ethnic politics in Nigeria. The contribution to the literature lies in the nuanced exploration of the interplay between ethnic politics and democratic consolidation in Nigeria, grounded in the framework of conflict theory. While previous studies have acknowledged the disruptive role of ethnic politics, this research delves deeper into its multifaceted effects on the democratic process. By advocating for specific reforms such as a two-party system and structural adjustments, this study offers practical insights for policymakers and scholars seeking to address the complexities of Nigeria's political landscape
CORRUPTION AND ITS IMPACT ON SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA
Get PDFCorruption in Nigeria is a severe hindrance to the country's long-term prosperity. This study examines the many impacts of corruption on Nigeria's sustainable development trajectory. It is based on a comprehensive examination of existing literature, including insights from many scholarly sources. The study begins by defining corruption and sustainable development in Nigeria, delving into their historical contexts and philosophical frameworks. It investigates corruption's evolution and its complex relationships with political, economic, and social factors. Various forms of corruption are investigated in the political, corporate, judicial, and law enforcement sectors, with institutional inadequacies, rent-seeking behaviour, and cultural issues identified as major drivers. Furthermore, the analysis examines the impact of corruption on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), focusing on economic consequences such as misappropriation of public funds and decreased foreign investment, as well as social and political consequences such as eroded trust in governmental institutions and societal unrest. The study also assesses existing anti-corruption efforts in Nigeria using case studies and empirical facts, building on lessons from similar situations. Finally, it identifies research gaps, examines future directions, and makes policy recommendations for combating corruption and promoting sustainable development in Nigeria
OUT-OF-POCKET PAYMENT ON HEALTHCARE: IMPLICATION ON THE HEALTH STATUS OF WOMEN IN ENUGU STATE, SOUTH-EAST NIGERIA
Get PDFHealth care expenses in Nigeria are done mainly through Out-of-pocket (OOP) expenses. Women irrespective of their age, status and location have need for medical care and this creates a burden on their expenses due to OOP medical expenses. This study therefore, examines the implications of healthcare payment through OOP medical expenses on the health status of women in Enugu State, South East Nigeria. A cross sectional study was conducted in Nsukka LGA and Enugu urban both in South – East Nigeria. Quantitative data was collected from 522 female respondents through structured questionnaire. The result shows that women irrespective of their place of residence are aware of health insurance scheme (p<0.00) and utilization of health insurance (0.00). There is also a significant relationship between employment status and encountering the challenge of paying for medical treatment due to cost of healthcare (p< 0.01). Furthermore, women in spite of their locality indulge in self-medication (p<0.00), patronize patent medicine dealers (p< 0.00) and roadside herbal medicine dealers (p< 0.00). The study concludes thatthe reliance on out-of-pocket payments for healthcare services, particularly among uninsured women in Enugu State, Nigeria, has significant implications for their health status. This practice introduces financial barriers that may result in delayed or forgone care, leading to self-medication, utilization of informal healthcare providers, and ultimately, adverse health outcomes. Moreover, the regressive nature of these expenditures exacerbates disparities, disproportionately affecting women, female-headed households, and the poor. To address these challenges, policymakers are urged to consider universal health insurance coverage and reforms in the healthcare sector to alleviate financial burdens and promote healthcare equity
INFLUENCE OF NON-LIFE INSURANCE SECTOR CLAIMS SETTLEMENT ON THE INCREASE OF TOTAL ASSETS IN NIGERIA'S INSURANCE MARKET (2000 TO 2022)
Get PDFThe study looked at the influence of non-life insurance sector claims settlement on the increase of total assets in Nigeria's insurance market from 2000 to 2022. The data set utilized for this research is secondary data, consisting of 22 years' yearly series of chosen variables from 2000 to 2022, obtained from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the NAICOM statistics bulletin. The study used the Philip-Perron (PP) unit root test and the Ordinary least squares (multiple regressions) method with the E-view package to calculate the coefficient of the independent variable, non-life insurance claims settlement, on the total assets of the insurance industry as dependent variables. The hypothesis demonstrates that if each index for non-life insurance claims settlement is held constant, total insurance assets growth in Nigeria will increase by an intercept value of 0.0000246 basis points. Additionally, it is seen that non-life insurance claims settlement has a regression coefficient of 0.010995, which is a positive coefficient. The Adjusted Co-efficient of Determination, which was 0.050918, shows that in the model used, the independent variable. The p-value of non-life insurance claims settlement impacting total insurance asset growth in Nigeria is 0.8621, which above the level of significance of 0.05. It indicated that there was statistical insignificance. According to the study's results, non-life insurance sector claims settlement has no substantial influence on the insurance industry's overall asset growth rate
THE INFLUENCE OF CULTURE AND RELIGION ON GENDER INEQUALITY AND IT IMPLICATIONS ON WOMEN EMPOWERMENT
Get PDFGender is intrinsically linked to culture that is why culture has continued to be one of the major determinants of gender Inequality. Gender defines the norms and values regarding masculine and feminine roles and behaviour, which is a major threshold of gender inequality. Gender is not dependent on biological sex and sexual orientation, although it only has an unstable relationship with biological sex because it can influence how individual view and participate in gender roles. Culture has always been the main determinant in both domestic and communal activities. Religion focuses on patriarchy and androcentrism. Religion acts as an oppressive deceptive mechanism used by the patriarchal society to exploit women based on defined gender roles and not by biological differences. This paper sets out to differentiate gender and sex as two different entities, focusing on how gender is heavily influenced by cultural and religious expectations and not by biological differences, which in turn creates gender roles and these gender roles further energizes gender inequality. In the light of the above assertions, possible recommendations to eliminate or drastically reduce gender inequality were suggested
THE INFLUENCE OF SOCIAL MEDIA ON HUMAN RIGHTS ACTIVISM AND POLITICAL PARTICIPATION IN NORTH CENTRAL
Get PDFInternet is painstakingly an enormous expansion to human development. Literally, it is considered a useful key or essential to human development and social advancement causing massive revolution in the world. Over the years, the advent of Social media has pervaded, especially that of the young generation. It is against this background that this paper aims to study the influence of Social media and human right activism by Nigerian to gauge their usage in relation to political participation. For sampling purposes, the region is divided into six States. A survey research using questionnaire as instrument was used to obtain data, with 1182 respondents aged between 18 and 25 were randomly sampled from the six States of the region. The data were analysed descriptively and inferentially using SPSS 20.0. From the results, majority of the respondents, 89% are social media users having a social media account. A discouraging trend with regard to participation is the very low level of comments on general societal issues ranging from social issues, the environment to politics. The youth are more inclined to using the new media for entertainment and social networking. The paper recommends that Nigerian youth are exposed to political participation online, thus, they should be active in there doing. Also, it is time to shift to more empowered usage such as using the new media to engage with community leaders and politicians and comment on issues related to political development