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INTERROGATING ECONOMIC AND POLITICAL STRATEGIES TOWARDS COMBATING RURAL BANDITRY IN NIGERIA: A FOCUS ON KONTAGORA LOCAL GOVERNMENT, NIGERIA
No full textThis paper examined the interrogation of economic and political strategies towards combating rural banditry in Nigeria focusing on Kontagora local government in Niger State. The paper used Primary data. The analytical techniques employed was descriptive statistics and content analysis. The study was anchored on the hearts and minds (HAM) theory activity, which emphasizes that Government first priority is to ensure the protection of its citizens and ensure stability in the polity so as to counter insurgency. The study found that government did not compensate rural dwellers after bandits attack to cover their loss. It was also established that there should also be the need to have local vigilantes in every community in the study area. On the other hand, the findings revealed that the government should also compensate the local vigilantes that lost their lives in the fight against rural armed banditry. This also includes the need to provide incentives to vigilantes as compensation for those who lost their lives in the fight against rural banditry. The findings also revealed that that there is need for Government to provide Police outpost in every community and create a joint task force with both local Vigilantes, Police, Military as well as food security personnel in order to protect food productions. Therefore, the study recommended that the State Government should introduce all inclusive participation as a political strategy. This is a form of political strategy can ensure smooth interaction between a government and the citizens of Kontagora local government area. That can give Governments the advantage of techniques to coerce certain actions, thereby gaining relative advantage to win the fight against rural banditry
Ease of Doing Business and its Impact on Small Businesses Growth in Ilorin, Kwara State-Nigeria
No full textThe running and operations of small businesses in Nigeria has been challenging because of the business environment. The basic objective of this study is to examine Ease of Doing Business (EODB) and its impact on small business growth in Ilorin, Kwara State-Nigeria. The study adopted a cross sectional design and the population of study was 1,000 small business owners. A purposive and stratified sampling random technique was used to draw 300 respondents from the population. The method of data analysis used is multiple regression statistics. The findings reveal that Ease of Doing Business (EODB) variables (Starting a business, processing construction, credit loan, electricity, registering property, taxes payment, trading across borders, enforcing contracts, resolving insolvency, labour market and government contract) in varying proportions have significant impact on small businesses growth in Ilorin, Kwara State-Nigeria. The study recommends that measures for access to credits should be instituted at low interest rates. The power generation in the country should be improved. The challenges in processing business permits should be addressed while automation of the judicial system to reduce timelines and boost investors’ confidence in contract enforcement and for businesses to growth should be enhanced
The Dynamics of BRICS in Global Economy
No full textBRICS countries, which originate from Asia, Africa, Eastern Europe and LatinAmerica, have emerged as a significant platform for cooperation among risingmarkets and the most rapidly growing economies of the World. They are allmembers of the G20. They represent 26.46 percent of the global geographical area,42.5 percent of the global population, 13.24 percent of World Bank voting power,and 14.91 percent of IMF quota shares. BRICS, as members, are quickly alteringtheir roles as new actors in international development cooperation. This paperexamines the dynamics of BRICS in international economic relations and analysesinter-regionalism, assuming that the post-liberalized international order hasembraced new aspects of regionalism, with the notion of "trade generatinggeography or space" becoming increasingly important. With the aid of a secondarydata collection instrument, the paper discovers that development cooperationfocuses on the synergetic value of competitive advantage among fast-growingeconomies. Economic growth is essential for long-term development, with noninterferenceand national sovereignty serving as guiding principles. The BRICSCountries determine the integration of economic processes within the framework offinancial, investment, and trade collaboration of countries with fast-growingeconomies not only allow for the effective use of global competitive advantages,stimulating the synergetic effect of regional economic growth with thetransformation of the World\u27s geo-economic structure as a whole but also allows forthe effective use of global competitive advantages, stimulating the synergetic effectof regional economic growth with the transformation of the World\u27s geo-economicstructure as a whole. The paper recommends that issues such as inflation, interestrate, human capital, technological development and many more factors that impedethe performance of the BRICS should be re-examined and dealt with for moreefficiency and further development
THE CHALLENGES OF SMITHING INDUSTRY IN BAUCHI TOWN UNDER COLONIAL RULE
No full textThis paper examines the British conquest of Bauchi and its concomitant consequences as it relates to the smithing crafts in Bauchi. Iron working, especially iron smelting, which was the basis of the smithing industry, was affected seriously. The principal measures related to the smithing industry among other things, were the ban on the production of weapons, a series of mineral ordinances and the monetization of the economy, which broke the harmony and interdependence of smiths and other craftsmen and the society at large. This forced the craftsmen to work out of their traditional field in order to earn money in a colonial currency with which to pay taxes. More so, the market for smithing products was curtailed by the importation of products by European firms. The problem of the smiths was compounded by the various policies articulated by the colonial state, which included the monetization of the economy, the forest reservation proclamation, the mineral ordinances proclamations of 1913, 1916,1927, 1948 and 1958, and the scrap metal policy, as well as the provision of the railway, which ironically led to the transformation of the industry. From the production of traditional tools to the imitation of imported metal wares, especially during the Second World War period, led to the emergence of a new branch of the smithing industry called cold smithing. This new branch of the industry came to dominate the smithing trade. By the 1960s, traditional blacksmithing and whitesmithing declined drastically. Goldsmithing, however, continued to expand to meet up with the changing demand
INTEGRATED QUR\u27ANIC EDUCATION (IQE) IN NIGER STATE: ISSUES AND PROSPECTS
No full textThis paper explores the theme of Integrated Qur\u27anic Education (IQE) in Niger State, focusing on the associated issues and prospects. As an integral aspect of the educational landscape, IQE combines conventional academic subjects with Quranic teachings, aiming to provide a holistic educational experience. The study investigates the challenges faced by the implementation of IQE in Niger State, shedding light on the socio-cultural, infrastructural, and policy-related impediments. The analysis addresses the socio-cultural factors influencing the acceptance and integration of IQE within the community, recognizing the significance of aligning educational practices with local norms and values. Additionally, the study delves into infrastructural impediments hindering the effective implementation of IQE, such as inadequate facilities and resource allocation. Furthermore, it critically examines existing policy frameworks, highlighting areas that require attention for the successful advancement of IQE in Niger State. It emphasizes the potential positive impact on fostering religious and cultural harmony, promoting moral values, and contributing to a well-rounded education. The major recommendations include a comprehensive curriculum that effectively integrates Qur\u27anic teachings with conventional subjects, ensuring a balanced and relevant educational experience
HISTORY OF WESTERN EDUCATION IN ZARIA CITY 1960 - 1976
No full textEducation is the backbone of a society’s development and focus. Zaria city was the first place in the heart of the north to have contact with missionary/western education. The paper discusses the history of western education in Zaria city from 1960-1976. It looked at establishment of schools (primary and secondary), as well as their developments. So also are the enrollment, transition and graduation levels of pupils and students as the case may be. However schools established before 1960 were documented. The paper also discussed some of the reasons for the establishment of these schools, and also how they metamorphosis over time. The paper also documented the names of schools and years of establishment as well as location situated. The paper concluded with examining the state of western education in Zaria city by 1976. Historical approach and methodology was adopted in the study
INHERENT ALLIANCE OF ADULT EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: AS SYNERGY TO RURAL TRANSFORMATION.
No full textThe importance of rural areas to the socio-economic development of any nation cannot be brushed aside, however; rural communities are usually characterized by peasant agricultural and pastoral activities, high levels of illiteracy, poverty, ignorance and superstitious belief system that often retard their economic progress as well as subject them to rejection of modern development. Development more often than not; is about people, their needs and their circumstances. For the rural community to embrace holistic development, they have to be educated and enlightened. There is a need to articulate progress that will give them a new lease on life, which will enhance their socio-economic well-being, reduce the tendency of rural-urban drift, better contribute to the national economic growth and development through improved raw material production and supply as well as to improve their social and political responsibility. The need to develop a new approach that revealed the recognition of participatory development activities, such action calls for a holistic approach to various human endeavour. However, research revealed that poverty is more glaring in the rural areas as its both geographical (the semi-desert and the forest region), personal, biological as well as economical. For rural areas to be transformed effectively, therefore, there must be people\u27s active representation and citizen participation in such a programme to benefit their lots. On this note, therefore, a type of education like adult education, in which men and women seek to improve themselves and subsequently increase their skills, knowledge, and understanding as well as advance their society is necessary
Structure and Authority in the Nigerian Intergovernmental Relationships: Contextual and Theoretical Framework
No full textAcross modern democratic societies, structures or institutions are established to perform specific functions. Even when there are different political systems among nations, the structures perform similar functions. The objective of the paper is to examine the structure and authority of the relationships between the central and the sub-national levels of government, with a view to underscore the attitudes and behavior of the actors and their compliance to the constitutional provisions. Using coordinate-authority and overlapping-authority models, the study uses desk review to collect data. Data for the study was analysed qualitatively. The paper argues that power is concentrated at the centre with the federal government having fiscal dominance over the sub-national levels. The study further reveals that the structure of Nigerian federalism and the constitutional provisions do not guarantee the autonomy of local government. The study also discovers an unhealthy rivalry among the levels of government. The paper recommends constitutional amendment to reflect Wheare’s postulation of federalism
EFFECT OF TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP STYLE ON ACADEMIC STAFF IN FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY (FUT) MINNA, NIGER STATE
No full textThis paper examines the effect of transformational leadership styles on academic staff at the Federal University of Technology (FUT) Minna, Niger State. Transformational leadership is a leadership approach that inspires and motivates followers to achieve beyond their expectations, fostering intellectual stimulation, individualised consideration, inspirational motivation, and idealised influence. Academic staff motivation plays a vital role in enhancing job satisfaction, productivity, and overall performance in the higher education sector. This study utilises a survey research design, employing a questionnaire-based survey to collect data from academic staff members at FUT Minna. Maslow\u27s hierarchy of needs was adopted, and the study revealed that the application of transformational leadership styles significantly influences the job satisfaction of academic staff members. Transformational leadership is also characterised by leaders who inspire and motivate their followers to achieve higher levels of performance and commitment. Among the recommendations were that the majority of respondents acknowledged the positive impact of transformational leadership styles on job satisfaction among academic staff at the Federal University of Technology (FUT) Minna and that the university administration should invest in comprehensive training and development programmes for academic administrators. These programmes should focus on enhancing their transformational leadership skills, enabling them to better inspire, motivate, and support their teams
GENDERED DIPLOMACY: AN ANALYSIS OF NIGERIAN WOMEN PARTICIPATION IN INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
No full textGendered diplomacy: An Analysis of Nigerian Women Participation in International Relations has been a long time issue of concern so thatScholars and practitioners alike have been interested in the place of women in international relations. There are still substantial obstacles preventing women from being fully included in diplomacy, despite recent increases in their engagement. Therefore, while looking at how Nigerian women are involved in international relations; the objective of this research work is look at how gender is involved diplomacy can be minimized if not totally abolished. Documentary research method was adopted using secondary sources data collection. Content Analysis and Logical Inference was used as a method of data analysis. Feminist theory and Charles Darwin\u27s notion of superiority were both selected as appropriate theoretical frameworks. The study found that because of the importance women are to inclusivity and femininity, women are essential to peace, stability, and progress in the international system.The studyrecommends that in order to promote inclusive and diverse diplomatic approaches, gendered diplomacy must evolve, that women at all levels should be given an opportunity to display their talents for the development of the nation, that women should be given an affirmation of at least thirty percent of appointment at the national level and representation at the international issues among others