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Investigating The Nexus between Industrial Disputes and Job Performance of Academic Staff of Tertiary Institutions in Benue State, Nigeria
Full text linkThis study investigates the nexus between industrial disputes and job performance of academic staff of tertiary institutions in Benue State, Nigeria. With the aid of the study objectives, two hypotheses were formulated in the study. The study adopts the mixed method research design to critically investigate the phenomena under investigation. The population of this study comprised the entire academic staff across the four selected public tertiary institutions in Benue State totaling 1,205. Given that the researcher deemed the entire population of the study convenient and accommodating, the study employed the census approach. Therefore, all the members of the population were sampled in the study. The summation of all the responses was presented using frequency distribution tables and simple percentages. In addition, the mean analysis and standard deviation were used to analyze the data generated from the field while the linear regression was used to test the hypotheses formulated in the study. With regression outputs indicating that approximately 27.5% (R² = 0.275, Adjusted R² = 0.274, SE = 0.49201), the variance in commitment is explained by such disruptions, the study reveals among others that, industrial disputes influence the job commitment of academic staff of tertiary institutions in Benue State. The study concludes that, industrial disputes exert a multifaceted and statistically negative impact on job performance of academic staff in tertiary institutions in Benue State. The study recommends among others that, Benue State government should honour agreements reached with union members in tertiary institutions in Benue State by ensuring that fair salary structures and welfare packages are compared with inflation and high cost of living in Nigeria. However, union representatives in turn, should encourage members to rebuild trust and loyalty by emphasising the long-term mission of higher education, while also creating internal mechanisms to track and remain proficiently job committed to teaching and administrative responsibilities after industrial dispute by academic staff of tertiary institutions in Benue State.
 
Formation of Archival Institutions and Document Preservation Practices in Navoi Region: Based on Archival Sources
Full text linkThis article provides a scholarly analysis of the formation, developmental stages, and contemporary status of archival work in Navoiy Region. It examines documents, archival collections, and normative-legal instruments, including the Law “On Archives” and the regulations of the “UzArchive” Agency, preserved at the Navoiy Regional State Archive and its district (city) branches. Along with highlighting the development of archival work during the Soviet era and the years of independence, the study focuses on the unification of the regional archival system under a centralised administration, as well as the scientific classification and preservation of historical documents. The essay also highlights the scientific and practical contributions that Navoiy’s archival institutions have made to the field of archival science, as well as its historical relevance on a regional and national level
The Role and Importance of Pottery in The Ustrushana Craft
Full text linkThe study of pottery investigates the evolution of pottery throughout history in the Ustrushana region, showcasing ceramic production as microcosm of the advancement of technologies and lifestyles from the neolithic to the early middle-ages. While there has been considerable research done on pottery in Central Asia more broadly, investigation into the way Ustrushana’s local ceramic traditions functioned amongst surrounding cultural influences is absent. Using comparative archaeology, this research studies different vessel types (khums, cauldrons, water jugs, bowls, saucers, lamps and ritual isirigdons) with typological classification and ethnographic interpretation. How they were shaped, their purpose, how they were made, the cultural contexts from which they came were the items these were analyse at major archaeological sites. The results indicate that pottery met basic needs such as cooking, food storage, water transport and lighting and at the same time, reflects innovation and cultural diffusion. The characteristic forms, whether raised jug handles or bowls influenced by Greek shapes, reflect robust local craftsmanship and, also, production under external influences. According to the study, the pottery of Ustrushana is one of the most important sources of economic life, the structure of settlements, and technological evolution in this region. It emphasizes the role of pottery as a fundamental source for reconstructing cultural history and enhancing our understanding of early societies in Central Asia
Intellectual Property Owners in The Process of The Third Renaissance: As A Factor for Unleashing Human Potential
Full text linkIn this article, we explore the role of those engaged in intellectual property in unlocking human potential as it relates to the Third Renaissance and the shift to a knowledge-based economy in Uzbekistan. Under the ambience of globalisation and digitalising environment, Role of Intellectual property has gained attention and considered as a strategic resource that guides -innovation, creativity and socio economic development. While important reforms were made in education, innovation policy and legal regulation, there is still the gap between what is formally protected under intellectual property and its due contribution to human capital formation and economic competitiveness. The paper will help fill this gap by examining the uses of various forms of IP ownership in developing and implementing creative process, entrepreneurial activity and innovation. This study draws on a qualitative analysis of national policies, international analytical documents, academic literature and institutional changes linked to intellectual property, education and digital development. Results highlight intellectual property owners as the mainspring by which knowledge is converted into economic and social value in science, technology and cultural industries. Yet, this potential is only partially realized due to limited digital skills, ineffective commercialization channels and low economic incentives. The findings indicate that reinforcing legal protection, expanding infrastructure for innovation, and enhancing education and digital skills are crucial for stimulating IP as a catalyst of development. Enhancing the status and capacity of intellectual property owners must take priority in order to build a competitive knowledge economy and ultimately implement the Third Renaissance concept in practice, the study concludes. These findings present major implications for policy design, innovation management and human capital development strategies in Uzbekistan
Primary Education System in Turkestan at The End of The 19Th – Early 20Th Centuries (Comparative Analysis of Jadid and Rus-Tuzem Schools)
Full text linkIn this article, certain information is provided through the analysis of literature concerning the education and upbringing system in Turkestan at the end of the 19th and the beginning of the 20th centuries, as well as the comparative study of Jadid schools and Russian-native schools. In addition, sufficient opinions and reflections are presented regarding issues of upbringing within the primary education system
Views on National Art in the Turkestan Region at the Beginning of the 20th Century
Full text linkThis article provides an in-depth exploration of the views on national art in the Turkestan region at the beginning of the 20th century, a period marked by profound cultural transformation and national awakening. Drawing on archival materials, historical documents, and existing scientific literature, the study examines how intellectuals, artists, and educators of the time perceived and defined the concept of national art. The research identifies that these views were shaped by a combination of traditional cultural heritage, Islamic aesthetics, and the growing influence of modernist reform movements. Particular attention is given to the interaction between indigenous artistic values and the modernization processes that emerged under the colonial administration. The article also analyzes the role of art as a tool for preserving national identity and promoting social consciousness during a period of political change. It concludes that early 20th-century Turkestan witnessed a unique synthesis of spiritual tradition and modern creativity, where art became a means of expressing both cultural continuity and aspirations for renewal. These findings contribute to understanding how national art served as a reflection of the intellectual and moral revival that laid the foundation for the cultural development of modern Central Asia
Occupational Stress and Job Performance among Officers of the Nigeria Police in Rivers State, Nigeria
Full text linkThe study examined occupational stress and Nigeria Police Job performance in Rivers State, Nigeria. Descriptive Survey design was adopted for the study. A sample size of 400 was obtained from a population of 19,533 Nigeria Police officers using Taro Yamane Scientific Formula. A self-designed instrument titled, ‘Occupational Stress and Nigeria Police Job Performance Questionnaire (OSaNPJPQ)’ was used for data collection. Instrument was validated by experts and a reliability co-efficient of 0.78 was obtained using the Cronbach’s Alpha technique. Two research questions and two hypotheses guided the study. The research questions and hypotheses were analyzed using descriptive statistics and Pearson Product Moment Correlation respectively. The findings of the study revealed that the existence of the obnoxious contributory Pension scheme (PENCOM), poor conditions of service, inadequate crime fighting equipment, nagging spouses etc., are the main stressors that have negatively affected the Nigeria Police Job performance in Rivers State, Nigeria. Based on the above, it is recommended that the federal government and the Nigeria Police leadership should improve the general welfare of officers, remove obnoxious laws (especially the PENCOM), provide crime-fighting equipment, encourage on-the-job training that will boost the Nigeria Police officers’ self-esteem. Finally, the Nigeria Police officers must develop healthy coping skills including; hobbies, improve on their relationship with members of the public, acquire stress management skills, avoid corrupt practices, and dehumanization of the citizens they are constitutionally empowered to protect
Enhancing Regulating, Overseeing, and Consumer Protection in Fintech to Achieve Appropriate Financial Innovation
Full text linkThis article makes an analysis of regulatory strategies for responsible fintech innovation through an international best practices comparison. This study examines balanced regulation that ensures necessary prudential safeguards with the fostering of innovation, covering key principles and policy frameworks in this regard. The paper suggests recommendations to advance fintech regulations, supervision, and consumer protection in Uzbekistan, based on global experiences. It will help policymakers to develop a fintech ecosystem that is inclusive, promotes efficiency and competitiveness, and contributes to economic growth while mitigating the associated risks
A Look at The Historiography of Joseph Antoine Castagne's Work
Full text linkThis article analyzes the scientific studies and opinions expressed by contemporaries, Soviet-era, and modern researchers regarding the activities of French scientist Joseph Antoine Castagne in the territory of Uzbekistan
Assessing the Impact of Director Interlocks on Corporate Performance and Earnings Manipulation
Full text linkThis study aims to identify and analyze the effect of board of director interlock on firm performance and earnings management in non-financial public companies in 2016. A quantitative research approach was adopted, with the population consisting of firms that met specific criteria relevant to the research. A total of 199 firms qualified and were included in the study. The analysis model used was Simple Linear Regression, conducted using the statistical software SPSS version 23. The primary objective was to examine whether interlocking directorships—where a board member holds a position on the board of more than one company—have a significant impact on a company’s financial and market performance, as well as its earnings management practices. The hypothesis testing revealed that board of director interlock does not have a statistically significant effect on firm performance, whether measured by financial performance indicators such as Return on Assets (ROA) or by market performance indicators such as Tobin’s Q. Furthermore, the presence of board interlock was also found to have no significant influence on earnings management, as measured through discretionary accruals. These findings suggest that board interlock, in the context of the sampled firms, does not play a substantial role in influencing firm performance or earnings management practices