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Technological Infrastructure and Employee Capacity of Selected Tertiary Institutions in South-South Nigeria
Get PDFThis paper's main goal is to investigate how technological infrastructure affects the development of staff capability in a few South-South Nigerian postsecondary institutions. Examining the connection between staff productivity and organisational structure at a few South-South Nigerian educational institutions is the particular goal. Resource Based Theory (RBT), created by Birge Wenefeldt in 1984, serves as the foundation for this investigation. For the study, a survey research design was chosen. 346 workers were included in the sample, which was taken from a primary source of data. The developed hypothesis was tested using regression analysis. According to the results of the test of the hypothesis, there is a positively significant correlation between employee productivity and organisational structure (F-statistics = 78.1; R-Squared = 0.793, P>0.05). Based on the results, the study came to the conclusion that staff capability and technology infrastructure in South-South Nigerian tertiary institutions are strongly positively correlated. In conclusion, the study suggests that South-South Nigerian tertiary institutions should be well-structured since this would promote staff productivity and capacity building, which may ultimately result in better performance from these institutions.
Keywords: Technological Infrastructure, Employee Capacity, Organizational Structure, Employee Productivity, Tertiary Institution
Emphasising Philosophy of Education For All in the Employment of Information and Communication Technology in Open Distance Learning for Sustainable National Development
Get PDFThe paper is hinged on the projection of Education for All (EFA) by United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) to have development possibilities, a course to educate every willing individual; by the provision of educational opportunities) by the new projection of year of 2030, a possibility for every individual to have basic education. In all, due to population expansion associated social and economic developments, there has been a growing and compelling desire by many young people especially and considerable old people, across genders, to achieve tertiary education, and the problems have been that of the necessity and accessibility of such educational facilities due to their localities and their feasibilities, and brings to the fore, the demands for the general adoptability of Open Distance Learning (ODL) arrangement to meet with such objectives of EFA. The concern of this paper assessed the necessity of the employment of Information Communication Technologies (ICT) in meeting the EFA objectives through the adoption of ODL arrangement which is peculiar to tertiary education. The paper adopted the descriptive method of analysis. Hence, it considered that ODL arrangement will greatly help, if properly harnessed or adopted by all tertiary institutions to give education to those willing to be educated at any level of learning, as requested by UNESCO from all nations, living in areas distanced from the physical schooling facilities, but they should be met to assess education (teaching and learning) through the aids of efficient employment of ICT modelling, especially online studies platforms, in meeting the target populations, irrespective of their locations and social engagements. The paper concluded that, all objectives of such arrangement should be directed towards the realization of Sustainable National Development (SND) through the provision of qualitative, quantitative and assessable education in line with EFA Agenda.
Keywords: Education for All (EFA), Information and Communication Technology (ICT), (Open Distance Learning (ODL), Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Sustainable National Development (SND
Gender Dimensions and the Inter-Relationship of Environmental Variables among Secondary School Students in Edo South Senatorial District, Nigeria
Get PDFThis study investigated gender dimensions and the inter-relationship of environmental variables among secondary school students in Edo South Senatorial District, Nigeria. The study was guided by four hypotheses, tested at the 0.05 level of significance. A descriptive correlational survey design was adopted. The population comprised 21,222 Senior Secondary School students, from which a sample of 1,202 students was selected using a simple random sampling technique. Two instruments were used: an achievement test and a questionnaire. Descriptive statistics, including frequency counts and percentages, were employed, while Pearson Product Moment Correlation and Wilks’ Lambda statistics were used to test the hypotheses. The hypotheses were rejected, indicating significant gender differences and relationship among students' environmental variables. The study concluded that gender influences secondary school students' environmental knowledge, attitude, and practices in Nigeria. The study therefore concludes that gender-inclusive teaching strategies such as hands-on projects, debates, real-world applications should be used in teaching students; and schools should encourage role models from all genders in environmental leadership.
Keywords: Gender dimensions, Environmental variables, Students, Nigeri
Impact and Challenges of Homeschooling on the Socialization of Primary School-Aged Children in Nigeria
Get PDFThis paper examined the impact and challenges of homeschooling on the socialization of primary school-aged children in Nigeria. The purpose of this paper was to explore the impact and key challenges of homeschooling on the socialization of primary school-aged children in the Nigerian context. The paper acknowledged that homeschooling while offering a range of educational benefits such as the ability to tailor the curriculum to meet the needs of the child and the potential for one-on-one attention, has its unique challenges for the social skills development of primary school children which include limited peer interaction, parental oversight and involvement, sociocultural factors among others. These challenges result to potential consequences on the socialization of the child such as social and emotional challenges which in turn affects the mental health and well-being of the child, academic and professional implications and so on. The paper also suggested strategies to enhance socialization in homeschooling such as promoting structured social opportunities, fostering peer interaction through technology, developing mentor relationships, encouraging extracurricular engagement amongst others. It was concluded that the success of these strategies could showcase how beneficial homeschooling can be, particularly during emergencies that tend to halt school attendance abruptly. This can even prompt advocating for the legalization of homeschooling practice in Nigeria.
Keywords: Homeschooling, Socialization, Primary school-aged children
Ethical Dilemmas in Academic Staff Promotion in Nigerian Universities – Developing an Equity-Based Evaluation Model
Get PDFThis paper investigates the ethical challenges present in the promotion processes of academic staff at Nigerian universities, suggesting an equity-centred evaluation model as a viable solution. The report conducts a critical analysis of existing frameworks, revealing systemic weaknesses such as gender imbalances, ethnic favouritism, inconsistent evaluation methods, and opaque decision-making that compromise meritocracy and institutional legitimacy. The suggested paradigm presents four fundamental principles: openness, meritocracy, inclusion, and accountability, implemented via defined evaluation measures, bias mitigation strategies, and independent monitoring systems. A comparative comparison with global best practices yields proposals for policy reform, encompassing the standardisation of promotion criteria, compulsory bias training for evaluators, and the creation of grievance resolution channels. The research contends that the adoption of equitable promotion methods will bolster institutional reputation, promote teacher retention, and prepare Nigerian universities for global competition. The findings underscore the pressing necessity for cooperative efforts among university administrators, regulatory agencies, and faculty associations to convert promotion regimes into authentic meritocracies.
Keywords: Academic promotions, equity-based evaluation, Nigerian universities, meritocracy, ethical dilemmas, faculty advancement, higher education reform, promotion bias, institutional equity, NUC guideline
Comparative Analysis of Ritual in World Religions
Get PDFThis essay examines the comparative analysis of ritual in world religions such as Christianity, Islam, Judaism and African traditional religion. Ritual is one essential element that cut across religions. Ritual like symbol, vary from one religion to another. In Christianity. Eucharist or Sacrament believed to be prominent is the re-enactment of the last supper Jesus had with His disciples before His arrest and crucifixion. In Islam, it is the Hajj, believed to be one of the most important rites Moslem pilgrims undertake in Mecca. In Judaism, it is the feast of Passover, also known as the feast of freedom; which symbolically reminds the Jewish people of how God delivered them from slavery in Egypt. Remarkable things about ritual in all these religions is that it is believed not only to be real but also make sense to the adherents of these religions. But of paramount importance of it all is that it creates an avenue for communion and communication between the adherents and the object of worship on one hand and among the worshippers on the other hand. The study relied more on secondary sources (published-materials). The study adopts phenomenological approach to describe and interpret the rituals relating to these religions. Findings reveal that ritual has helped to promote religious and social solidarity; enhance the integration of Christianity, Islam and Judaism respectively.
Keywords: Religion, Ritual, Christianity, Islam and Judais
Investigating the Effectiveness of Flipped Classroom Strategy on Secondary School Students’ Achievement of Chemical Equilibrium in Chemistry
Get PDFLooking at the tremendous impact that advancement in technology has made in the educational sector, this research investigated the effectiveness of flipped classroom strategy on secondary school students’ achievement of chemical equilibrium in Chemistry. The research employed a quasi-experimental design featuring a pre-test post-test non-equivalent control group. The study comprised 85 Senior Secondary School, 11chemistry randomly selected from two secondary schools. The assessment tool utilised was the Chemistry Chemical Equilibrium Test (CCET). The instrument had a reliability index of 0.79, as determined by the Kuder-Richardson (k21) formula analysis. The data were analysed using descriptive statistics of the mean to address the study issues, while independent sample t-tests was employed to evaluate the proposed hypotheses. The study's findings indicated that Chemistry students instructed using a flipped classroom instructional strategy achieved higher scores than those instructed with lectures method; additionally, no significant difference in the performance of male students taught with the flipped classroom instructional strategy. The study concluded that the flipped classroom instructional strategy is more effective in enhancing chemistry students' achievement compared to the lecture method. It is recommended that both teachers and students receive adequate training to develop the necessary skills for implementing this strategy and that they be encouraged to utilise it in teaching and learning.
Keywords: Flipped Classroom Instructional Strategy, Sex, Chemical Equilibrium, Achievement, Quasi-Experimental Design
Level of Environmental Knowledge, Attitude and Friendliness among Secondary School Students in Edo State, Nigeria
Get PDFEnvironmental sustainability has become a global priority, placing increased emphasis on environmental education, especially among students. This paper explored the levels of environmental knowledge, attitudes, and friendliness among secondary school students. It also identifies the sources of environmental information among senior secondary school students in Edo State, Nigeria. Four research questions guided the study. The study adopted survey research design. The population of the study was 21,222 while the sample size comprised 1,202 students drawn from both public and government-approved private senior secondary schools. The multi-stage sampling procedure was used in drawing the sample. An achievement test and a questionnaire were used for data collection. Descriptive statistics such as frequency counts, mean, percentages and ranking were used for data analysis. Findings showed that senior secondary school students in Edo State have high level of environmental knowledge, positive environmental attitude and display a high level of environmental friendliness; and environmental information is mostly gotten from the school followed by the home. It was therefore recommended among others that the school should put more efforts into ensuring that students continue to get environmental information by integrating environmental education related contents across various subjects to further enhance students’ environmental variables.
Keywords: Environmental knowledge, Attitude, Friendliness, Environmental information, Edo Stat
Cashless Policy and the Financial Performance of Deposit Money Banks in Nigeria
Get PDFThis study empirically investigated the effect of cashless policy on the financial performance of thirteen listed deposit money banks (DMBs) in Nigeria using quarterly data covering the period 2009Q1 to 2023Q4. The study employed error correction model and multivariate OLS regression. The findings revealed that mobile banking (MOB), national electronic funds transfer (NEFT) and automated teller machine (ATM) transactions have significant impact on the financial performance of DMBs in the short-run while national electronic funds transfer (NEFT), point of sales (POS), automated teller machine (ATM), Nigerian inter-bank (NIP) transfer and web-based (WB) transactions exerts significant impact on DMBs’ financial performance in the long-run. Therefore, the study recommends among others that management of DMBs should reduce the prevalence of hacking by investing more on the security of mobile banking and other electronic payment channels and this would lead to increased customer’s satisfaction and patronage which can induce higher ROA of DMBs.
Keywords: Cashless Policy, Financial Performance, Mobile Banking, Point of Sales, Automated Teller Machine.  
Exploring the Role of Women in Court Music Traditions of the Olubadan and Alaafin of Oyo’s Palaces
Get PDFThis study explores the role of women in the court music traditions of two prominent Yoruba royal institutions: the palace of the Olubadan of Ibadan and that of the Alaafin of Oyo. It examines the historical development, performance practices, and sociocultural significance of female engagement in these traditional musical settings. Drawing on oral interviews, participant observation, and existing literature, the research reveals that women have long played vital roles as praise singers, drummers, dancers, ritual performers, and cultural transmitters within these courts. Their musical contributions not only enhance the aesthetic and ceremonial functions of court life but also reinforce royal identity, preserve oral history, and facilitate the transmission of indigenous knowledge across generations. The study further highlights how women's participation in court music serves as a platform for gender expression, social mobility, and cultural resilience. In conclusion, by foregrounding the experiences and contributions of female court musicians, the research underscores their indispensable role in sustaining and evolving Yoruba royal musical heritage in contemporary times.
Keywords: Women, Court, Music, Olubadan, Alaafin