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IMPACT OF WORKPLACE DIVERSITY ON TEAM PERFORMANCE AND INNOVATION: A STUDY OF FEDERAL UNIVERSITIES IN NORTHWESTERN NIGERIA
Get PDFThis study examines the influence of workplace diversity on team performance and innovation in federal universities across Northwestern Nigeria. Despite global recognition of diversity as a driver of organizational success, empirical research on its effects in Nigerian higher education—particularly in the Northwestern region—remains limited. Adopting a quantitative research design, the study surveyed 450 academic and non-academic staff from six federal universities, analyzing diversity across gender, ethnicity, age, and educational background. Results from regression and correlation analyses revealed that workplace diversity significantly enhances team performance (β = 0.731, *p* < 0.05), accounting for 39.3% of variance, and strongly correlates with innovation (*r* = 0.589, *p* < 0.05). Educational and ethnic diversity emerged as the most impactful dimensions, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and creative problem-solving. However, unmanaged ethnic tensions and generational gaps were identified as potential barriers. The study concludes that strategic diversity management—through inclusive policies, leadership training, and interdisciplinary team formation—can optimize these benefits. Recommendations include institutionalizing diversity audits, integrating diversity metrics into performance evaluations, and fostering inclusive leadership. This research contributes to the global discourse on workplace diversity while providing actionable insights for policymakers and university administrators in Nigeria’s higher education sector. 
Assessment of organizational culture and its influence on employees' performance: Evidence from IBB University, Lapai
Get PDFHuman beings are very crucial to the achievement of the goals and objectives of every Institution. People in Institution are guided by the beliefs, ideas and meaning that are inherit in the Institution. The study sought to assess organizational culture and it's influence on employee performance. The specific objectives include to explore the influence of clay culture on employee's performance in IBBU, Lapai, to analyse the influence of hierarchy culture on employee's performance in IBBU, Lapai, to find out the influence of adhocracy culture on employee's performance in IBBU, Lapai. The population of the study comprises of employees of Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai. This represents 313 academic staff and 825 non-teaching staff. Stratified sampling technique was used to select sample of 296. The data were collected through primary source. The instrument of data analysis is multiple regression. The findings of the study revealed that clay and adhocracy culture have significant influence on employee performance and that hierarchy culture have no significant influence on employee performance. The study concluded that there is no significant relationship between hierarchy culture and employee performance in IBBU, Lapai. It was recommended that institutional managers should establish an effective organizational culture to enhance employee performance. This involves creating a sound work environment through the establishment of a transparent work culture and performance management system
KNOWLEDGE SHARING PRACTICES AND ORGANISATIONAL PERFORMANCE IN THE EDO STATE CIVIL SERVICE
Get PDFThis study investigated the impact of explicit, implicit, and tacit knowledge sharing on employee performance within the Edo State Civil Service. A quantitative research design was adopted, using structured questionnaires administered to a representative sample of Three hundred and fifty-five (355) civil servants, drawn from a population of 2,901 employees across various ministries and departments in Benin City. The sample size was determined using the Yamane formula. Data were collected through face-to-face interviews and analysed using both descriptive and inferential statistics, including correlation and multiple regression techniques, via SPSS version 24.The findings revealed that explicit knowledge sharing (β = 10.158, p < 0.001) and tacit knowledge sharing (β = 6.693, p < 0.001) had a statistically significant positive effect on employee performance. However, implicit knowledge sharing (β = –0.188, p = 0.851) did not exhibit a significant relationship with performance. In light of these findings, the study recommends the implementation of structured knowledge management systems, such as digital knowledge repositories and formal mentoring programs, to facilitate the effective transfer of knowledge and enhance employee performance and operational efficiency across public sector institutions
ENERGY CONSUMPTION IN WEST AFRICA: THE ROLE OF TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATION, TRADE OPENNESS AND ECONOMIC GROWTH
Get PDFThe study examines the effect of technological innovation, trade openness, economic growth, on energy consumption. The main objective is to investigate the short-run and long-run impact of the independent variables on energy consumption for West African economies. The study aims to determine the causal relationship between the variables and identify the heterogeneity of energy consumption among the observed variables. The study employed a second-generation heterogeneous method of analysis using the long run panel cointegration estimators from 1984 to 2020 while utilizing the Dumitrescu-Hurlin panel causality. The results indicated the existence of long-term relationships between all study variables. The empirical evidence indicates that technological innovation and economic growth positively affect energy consumption, while trade openness remains inversely linked with energy consumption. The model two's empirical outcome reveals the interplay between technological innovation, economic growth, and trade openness yields a positive conclusion that holds throughout the short-term and long-term periods. Thus, empirical results lend credence to the scale effect's validity as a causal factor between innovation and trade openness
EFFECT OF ETHICAL LEADERSHIP ON EMPLOYEE MORAL DEVELOPMENT IN FEDERAL UNIVERSITY GUSAU
Get PDFThis study investigates the effect of ethical leadership on employee moral development at Federal University Gusau, Nigeria, addressing a critical gap in research on ethical leadership within Nigerian higher education institutions, where systemic challenges like corruption and weak accountability persist. The study specifically examines three dimensions of ethical leadership—role modeling, moral guidance, and support for employee development—to determine their impact on staff moral reasoning and ethical behavior. Using a quantitative research design, data was collected from 329 academic and non-academic staff through structured questionnaires and analyzed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). Findings reveal that role modeling (β = 0.370, p < 0.001) and support for employee development (β = 0.422, p < 0.001) significantly enhance moral development, while moral guidance (β = 0.005, p = 0.946) shows no significant effect, suggesting that ethical leadership must go beyond verbal directives to include visible behavioral examples and structured developmental support. The study concludes that Federal University Gusau should institutionalize ethical leadership training, mentorship programs, and transparent accountability mechanisms to foster a culture of integrity. Recommendations include integrating ethical leadership into promotion criteria and conducting further research on mediating factors and cross-cultural comparisons to strengthen ethical practices in Nigerian universities. This research contributes to both theoretical and practical discussions on cultivating ethical workplaces in higher education.
KEYWORDS: Service quality, Customer loyalty, Public Transportation, SPSS, Smart PL
ISLAMIC BANKING AND FINANCIAL INCLUSION IN NORTHWESTERN NIGERIA: A QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS
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This study examines the relationship between Islamic banking and financial inclusion in Northwestern Nigeria, addressing the gap in existing literature on the role of Shariah-compliant financial products, banking infrastructure, and adherence to Shariah principles in fostering financial inclusion. Using a quantitative approach, data were collected from 321 respondents through structured questionnaires and analyzed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). The findings reveal that the presence of Islamic banking branches and outlets (PIBO) has the most significant positive impact on financial inclusion, while adherence to Shariah compliance (ASC) also fosters trust and encourages participation in formal financial systems. However, the availability of Shariah-compliant products (ASCP) alone does not significantly enhance financial inclusion without improved accessibility and awareness. The study concludes that expanding Islamic banking infrastructure, promoting financial literacy, and ensuring strict adherence to Shariah principles are critical for enhancing financial inclusion in the region. Recommendations include increasing the number of Islamic banking branches, launching targeted financial education programs, simplifying Shariah-compliant products, and addressing gender disparities in financial access. Future research should explore longitudinal and comparative studies, the impact of digital banking, and the socio-economic effects of Islamic banking to further inform policy and practice
EFFECT OF FINANCIAL TECHNOLOGY ADOPTION ON THE PERFORMANCE OF SMALL AND MEDIUM SCALE ENTERPRISES IN KATSINA METROPOLIS: THE MEDIATING ROLE OF FINANCIAL LITERACY
Get PDFIn spite of recognized significant contribution of SMEs to the world economy, Nigerian SMEs performance is below expectations. This is because SMEs in Nigeria faces severe limitations in financial management, modern technology and technical expertise among others. The objective of this study is to investigate the mediating role of financial literacy in the relationship between Perceived Usefulness (PU), Perceived Ease of Use (PEOU), and Perceived Risks (PR)and Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) performance in Katsina Metropolis, Nigeria. A sample size of 399 owner managers were selected using simple random sampling technique. The data collected was screen and analyzed using SPSS AND Smart PLS 3.0. The finding revealed that both Perceived Ease of Use and Perceived Usefulness have significant positive effects on SMEs performance. While Perceived Risk did not show a significant direct effect on performance, it significantly influenced financial literacy. Furthermore, all three FinTech constructs Perceived Usefulness, Perceived Ease of Use, and Perceived Risks were found to significantly impact financial literacy, which in turn strongly predicted SMEs performance. The mediation analysis confirmed that financial literacy significantly mediates the relationship between FinTech adoption and SMEs performance, emphasizing the critical role of financial education in optimizing the benefits of FinTech tools. The study implications for practices and limitations are discussed.
Keywords: Financial Literacy, Perceived Usefulness, Perceived ease of use, Perceived risk, SMEs Performance
EFFECT OF GREEN HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT ON PERFORMANCE OF HEALTH FACILITIES IN SOME SELECTED PRIVATE HOSPITALS IN MINNA
Get PDFThis study examined the effect of green human resource management on performance of health facilities from some selected private hospitals in Minna metropolis. This study adopted a survey research method. Questionnaire was the main instrument used in the study and was measured using 5-point Likert scale. A sample of one hundred and thirty-three (133) employees of these private hospitals using Taro Yamane (1973) sample size were selected from a population of one hundred and fity-four (154) employees using simple random probability sampling technique. The data generated through questionnaires were analyzed using Multiple Regression analysis. The regression results show that Green HRM practices have a considerable impact on the organizational performance of private hospitals in the Minna metropolis. The study therefore recommended among others; that the private hospitals should organize and implement more training programs for its employees. They should also establish green behavior-supportive policies in order to safeguard the environment
MEDIATING ROLE OF GREEN COMMITMENT ON THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN GREEN HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES AND GREEN EMPLOYEE BEHAVIOUR: A CONCEPTUAL MODEL FOR HEALTHCARE INSTITUTIONS IN NIGERIA
Get PDFThe purpose of this study is to propose a conceptual model that can facilitate employee green behaviour among staff of tertiary healthcare institutions in Nigeria. Past studies have shown that green human resource management practices have a significant influence on employees green behaviour. Green commitment was identified as a mediating variable to facilitate the relationship between the two constructs. Consequently, the study draws from the conservation of resources theory and proposes how individual strive to obtain, protect, and foster resources that they value. When employees perceive that they have sufficient resources such as training and support, they tend to be committed to engage in green behaviour. The study will be useful to policy makers in overcoming the problem of lack of green employee behaviour among staff in health institutions.  
TALENT ATTRACTION AND EMPLOYEE TASK PERFORMANCE IN DEPOSIT MONEY BANKS IN ONDO STATE, NIGERIA
Get PDFThis study investigated the impact of talent attraction on employee task performance. A dataset of 253 employees from deposit money banks in ondo state, Nigeria, were selected through a stratified random sampling technique, the research employed simple regression analysis using SPSS v25 to evaluate how these practices influence employee performance outcomes. The findings indicate that talent attraction significantly enhance employee task performance. The study concludes that strategic talent attraction practices are crucial for improving various dimensions of employee performance. The findings emphasize the effectiveness of targeted talent attraction strategies in enhancing employee performance.