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WATER BODIES IN NORTHWESTERN NIGERIA: A STUDY OF BAKOLORI DAM ON ZAMFARA STATE ECONOMY AND SOCIETY, SINCE 1975.
No full textThe main focus of this paper is to make an examination of the water bodies in northwestern Nigeria: A study of Bakolori Dam on Zamfara State economy and society since 1975. The year 1975 was a period when the construction of Bakolori Dam in Talata Mafara Local Government area of Zamfara State started. Using historical methodology, the paper argued that Bakolori Dam construction had brought about so many consequences to the target beneficiaries which according to evidences are the confluence of both positive and negative developments. However, the overall focus of this paper would be on the devastating impact on the people of the project area which include the unfortunate massacre of hundreds of innocent peasant farmers of the project area, loss of properties worth millions of naira belonging to the peasant farmers. The construction further displaced thousands of well-established farming families thereby rendering them landless and homeless. The dam project had resulted in the destruction of food and economic trees of the farmers without adequate payment of compensation. Other bitter experiences identified by the paper include forced migration of the displaced communities of the project area, loss of three-year cropping seasons, and the construction works had imposed serious hardship, hunger and uncertainty on the people of the project area in addition to adverse effect on their environment. Finally, the paper concluded that the Bakolori Dam was a catastrophe rather than blessing to the target beneficiaries
PUBLIC PERSONNEL ADMINISTRATION AND THE DEVELOPMENT OF PUBLIC SECTOR IN THE UNITED STATES AND THE UNITED KINGDOM: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS AND LESSONS FOR NIGERIA.
No full textThis paper is a comparative approach to the key functions of public personnel administration and the development of the public sector in the United States and the United Kingdom with specific emphasis on the analysis of personnel functions of recruitment, promotion, training, position classification, pay scales and conditions of service and commissions in their federal services to establish their differences, similarities and the lessons Nigeria could learn from them. Relying on the ex-post-facto design, the paper employed qualitative data collection techniques for the collection of secondary data and content analysis. The paper was anchored on the formal structural-functional approach by Malinowski and Radcliff Brown which centers on formal structures of government and their functions in diverse countries. The paper found out among other things that the personnel administrative systems of these countries have developed from mediocre practices to more meritorious systems. The paper recommends among other things, that if the public sector must continue to develop, personnel administrators should maintain a good relationship with public sector employees who are the most vital resources to drive government policies and programmes, efforts should be geared towards genuine reforms on the part of Nigeria aimed at having more independent personnel agencies that are insulated from political interferences to enable them manage public sector workers without fear or favour and protect civil servants from abuse
FUEL SUBSIDY REMOVAL AND COST OF LIVING CRISIS IN NIGERIA: A POLICY REVIEW
No full textIn Nigeria, the removal of fuel subsidies has sparked widespread protests and concerns about the impact on the cost of living. The subsidy served as a buffer, keeping fuel prices lower for consumers. Its removal has led to increased transportation costs, affecting the prices of goods and services, and subsequently, the overall standard of living. This study examined fuel subsidy removal and cost of living crisis in Nigeria: a policy review. The paper employed the used of primary and secondary data. The primary data was collected through a self-structured questionnaire; while, the secondary data were collected from print resources and online publications. The study employed descriptive statistics like frequency count and mean for analysis of the data. The findings showed that the economic ripple effects extend to consumer price indices and inflation rates, revealing a complex interplay between subsidy removal, oil price fluctuations, and other economic variables. The study recommends that policymakers should adopt comprehensive approaches to not only mitigate short-term inflation but also address broader economic dynamics. Effectively managing inflation, along with implementing policies to protect vulnerable segments of society, which will contribute to a more stable socio-economic environment
EVALUATION OF \u27SPORT TODAY\u27 ON CHANNELS TELEVISION, ABUJA AS A TOOL FOR NATIONAL UNITY IN NIGERIA
No full textIt has been argued over the years that through their information dissemination function, amidst other powers to influence and shape public opinions, the media worsen conflict situations in the society. This study examined television sport broadcasting as a tool for national unity in Nigeria: study of sport today Channel TV. The agenda setting theory supported the position of the research. The study was a survey. Hence, data were collected through the administering of questionnaire to 375 sampled respondents in Abuja Municipal Area Council. The data were analysed with simple percentages and table formats. The study shows that showed that 344 (67.5%) of the respondents believe that sport today Channel TV has contributed to national unity in Nigeria moderately, 31 (8.3%) of the respondents believe that sport today Channel TV has contributed to national unity in Nigeria very immensely, while 58 (15.5%) of the respondents believe that sport today Channel TV has contribution to national unity in Nigeria is very low. The study concludes that the press has contribute to the escalation of conflicts which raises concerns about peace-building. Therefore, broadcast media plays a vital role in national unity considering the handful of conflicts that have occurred and are still occurring in Nigeria; such as the IPOB, Farmer/ Herdsmen conflicts; indigene /settlers crises; banditry andBoko Haram insurgency. In the light of the above, the study recommended the following: Media in Nigeria to report violent conflicts, the media are required to provide greater analytical depths and skills in reporting without giving rise to further violence or overlooking peace building opportunities. In other words, media coverage of conflicts in Nigeria should keep an eye on opportunities that will promote possible dialogue, better communication between the residents of AMAC and add to conditions for building trust
NIGERIA-BENIN REPUBLIC MIGRATION AND CHALLENGES OF NATIONAL SECURITY
No full textBorder porosity in Nigeria has aggravated the proliferation of cross-border criminalities daily due to numerous illegal routes created by smuggling entrepreneurs in connivance with security personnel. Observably, this continues to exacerbate the illegal migration of citizens from neighbouring countries with attendant consequences for the economy and security of Nigeria. This study examines Nigeria-Benin Republic migration and challenges of Nigeria\u27s national security: issues, challenges and prospect. The theory of trans-nationalism was used to anchor the study. With the aid of both primary and secondary methods of data collection, especially from questionnaire and interview together with elicited information from library and official (government) sources, books, journals and internet materials, findings indicate that land border closure, inter-agency cooperation, policy of deporting illegal immigrants and good neighbor policy are some of the ways Nigeria government has attempted to address the implication of Nigeria-Benin Republic border migration on Nigeria\u27s security. It also revealed that various initiatives failed to curtail the high increase in the level of illegal migration and arms flow into the country due to high practice of corruption among security agencies at border as well as weak technology. The study recommends that proper border management to bring about improved national security demands the concerted efforts of the government on one hand, and the patriotism of the citizens on the other hand. There should be timely procurement of security intelligence, prompt identification of threats to both internal and national security with its attendant pro-active security arrangement, threat assessment, statement of aims/objectives of national security objectives and programmes, planning to be in line with the objectives of national security
A Critical Discourse Analysis of Rejoinders to Political Press Releases in Selected Nigerian Newspapers
No full textPolitical discourse in Nigeria plays a significant role in shaping public opinion and policy outcomes through the persuasive use of language by politicians. Despite existing research on Nigerian political discourse, there is still a gap in understanding the linguistic strategies employed in political rejoinders to press releases in Nigerian newspapers, particularly during critical events like elections. This study conducts a Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA) of political rejoinders to press releases in selected Nigerian newspapers in order to examine the linguistic and discursive features employed. Political rejoinders chosen are those published from June 2022 to June 2023 in selected Nigeria newspapers. Fairclough’s framework of three-dimensional model to CDA guides the analysis of linguistic features, social practices, and cultural context. The study identified the strategic language use in political rejoinders, such as uncovering vocabulary precision, rhetorical strategies, including ideological positioning. The study further shows that politicians often employ emotive language or specific terminologies to evoke certain emotions or convey persuasive arguments in their rejoinders. The study concludes that political rejoinders in Nigerian newspapers are powerful tools in constructing political narratives and shaping public opinion. They portray the underlying power dynamics and ideological biases
Evaluating the Effect of Information and Communication Technology on Healthcare Service Delivery in Nigeria: A Focus on Specialist Hospital Sokoto State
No full textThe aim is to evaluate the effect of information and communication technology on healthcare service delivery in Nigeria with particular reference to Specialist Hospital Sokoto State. To realize this, the paper employed the use of secondary data to review existing literature and official reports related to this study. Based on the review, the study concludes that the use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in healthcare service delivery has revolutionized the way healthcare is delivered to patients and had a significant impact on various aspects of healthcare, from improved patient care to increased efficiency in healthcare systems as well as enhancing patient care and safety. The study recommends further improvement including the need for increased investment in ICT infrastructure, training of healthcare professionals on ICT tools, and continuous monitoring and evaluation of ICT implementation as well other healthcare facilities should also consider adopting ICT solutions to enhance healthcare service delivery
Multinational Corporations and the Underdevelopment of the Third World. A Case Study of Nigeria
No full textNigeria\u27s persistent underdevelopment is often attributed to the exploitative practices of multinational corporations (MNCs) and the country\u27s dependency on oil revenues. While existing literature extensively documents the adverse effects of MNCs on economic growth and stability, a critical gap remains in understanding the role of domestic actors—particularly Nigerian elites—in facilitating and exacerbating these challenges. This study addresses this gap by integrating Dependency Theory and Elite Theory to offer a comprehensive analysis of how internal governance failures and elite complicity contribute to Nigeria\u27s development issues. Dependency Theory captures the economic dependency created by MNCs\u27 resource extraction and profit repatriation, which undermines Nigeria\u27s economic diversification and stability. Elite Theory, on the other hand, highlights how local elites, driven by personal and political gain, collaborate with MNCs to maintain a status quo that benefits a select few while stifling broader national development. Using a descriptive research approach, this paper reviews relevant literature and empirical evidence to explore the dynamics between MNCs and Nigerian elites. It examines specific cases, including environmental degradation in the Niger Delta, the sabotage of the Dangote refinery, and corruption in the fuel subsidy program, to illustrate how elite-MNC collaboration undermines national development. The findings reveal a pattern of collaboration where elite interests align with MNCs, resulting in environmental damage, economic inefficiencies, and hindered development efforts. The study concludes with recommendations to strengthen regulatory frameworks, enhance accountability mechanisms, and promote civic engagement to address these issues effectively
PRODUCTION OF CRUDE BIOFLOCCULANT USING BANANA PEEL FOR WASTEWATER TREATMENT
No full textFlocculation or coagulation technique is usually employed in wastewater treatment to eliminate debris, organic and inorganic compounds, colloids and other pollutants in an effective, efficient and easy way. For numerous centuries, organic and inorganic flocculants are used within the remedy of wastewater. Despite the fact that, using the flocculants have greatly been decreased, because of their non-biodegradability, restricted effectiveness, and associated health risks. This study describes the utilization of banana peel as a natural coagulant for the wastewater treatment. The natural coagulant extracted from banana peel was prepared by using simple extraction method of bio-flocculant, synthetic turbid water, jar test were used in this study to imitate the medium strength wastewater. The parameters investigated in this study were effect of pH, coagulant dosage, temperature and initial wastewater turbidity. The results obtained shows that the turbidity removal percentage increases with increase in temperature and the highest turbidity removal percentage of the bio-flocculant occurred at 40°C with a result of 75.18% while the lowest turbidity removal percentage was observed at 25°C with 71.67%. On the other hand, a different removal profile pattern was observed for alum, with the highest turbidity removal percentage was recorded at 30°C with 80.93% and the lowest turbidity removal percentage was achieved at 25° C with 65.93 %. It can be concluded that the efficacy of banana peels as bio-flocculant was compared to that of most frequently used conventional chemical coagulant (alum) the optimum turbidity removal percentage under pH effect was 93.44 % at pH 12. Additionally, it discovered that 150 ml of bio-flocculant was the best dosage for highest turbidity removal percentage of 71.34 %
INFLUENCE OF LANGUAGE ON RWANDAN GENOCIDE: TRENDS AND THREATS IN WEST AFRICAN SUB-REGION
No full textThe paper examined the dynamics of language and communication in the historic ethnic cleansing in Rwanda, considering the current realities on the continent and particularly in the West African sub-region. Although many explanations for the 1994 crisis and genocide in Rwanda concentrated on ethnicity, some other explanations have traced the causes of the crisis to colonial legacy, distortion of language semantics and abuse of language. There are, therefore, divergent positions on the underlying factors responsible for the conflict. This paper employed a critical analytical method to explore the impact of language and communication on the crisis. It argued that language played a significant role in identity construction and reconstruction in the tragic political history of Rwanda. This is because the colonialists used language to promote ethnic hegemony of the Tutsi group that later degenerated into genocide in the country, thereby linking the explanations mentioned above to language as the root cause. It further emphasized the need for West African nations to learn their lessons from the global historical antecedents of genocide owing to the prevalence of the misuse of language to propagate hate speech in the West African sub-region in recent times. The paper concluded that West African nations must enforce legislation against hate speech to avert its lethal consequences and to promote sustainable peace and security in the sub-region