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Challenges of Implementing Rice Anchor Borrower Programme for Food Security in Kogi State, Nigeria
Full text linkThe smallholder rice farmers in Kogi State, Nigeria, are pivotal to national food security and economic stability, yet they face systemic challenges that undermine productivity, despite government policies targeting agricultural revitalization. The Diffusion of innovation theory was employed as theoretical framework and both primary and secondary methods were utilized. This study examines the interplay between federal and state agricultural rice policies—such as the Anchor Borrowers’ Programme (ABP) and the persistent obstacles confronting smallholder rice farmers in enhancing food security. Through qualitative review of policy documents and academic literature, the research identifies critical gaps in policy implementation, including dilapidated rural infrastructure and climate vulnerabilities. Findings reveal inefficient government policies in tackling the challenges of food security. The study underscores the urgent need for stakeholder-inclusive reforms and enhanced climate-resilient infrastructure to empower smallholder farmers. By addressing these challenges, policymakers can unlock Kogi State’s potential to contribute significantly to Nigeria’s rice self-sufficiency goals. While existing studies broadly address agricultural challenges in Nigeria, there is little focus on the unique socio-political and ecological dynamics of Kogi State. On this note, the study’s recommendations include effective government policies and localized policy design that enhances food security. 
The Outsourcing Paradox: A Critical Analysis of Efficiency and Efficacy in Nigerian Federal Tertiary Educational Institutions
Full text linkThe study examines the effects of the Nigerian federal government’s outsourcing policies on Tertiary educational institutions (TEIs) in Nigeria, focusing on their impact on organizational efficiency, student academic performance, and the broader socio-economic landscape. Drawing on data from 22 in-depth interviews and three focus group discussions across three federal institutions in Yobe state, the research employed purposive, quota, and snowball sampling. Thematic analysis revealed that while the policy has led to perceived benefits such as cost savings and a reduced supervisory burden for institutions, these gains are significantly undermined by systemic implementation failures. Findings indicate a decline in the quality of non-core services like cleaning and security, which has created an unconducive academic environment and contributed to a rise in theft across the affected TEIs. Furthermore, the policy has been found to have severe socio-economic consequences, including staff retrenchment and the exploitation of workers through sub-minimum wage payments. The study concludes that the policy’s failures are not inherent to the concept of outsourcing but are a direct result of poor governance, lack of monitoring, and inadequate oversight. It calls for a fundamental re-evaluation of the policy’s implementation, urging for a new approach that prioritizes ethical labor practices, transparent accountability, and robust governance to ensure that the policies genuinely serve the best interests of both the institutions and the public they serve
IMPACT OF SHADOW ECONOMY ON PRACTICAL ENTREPRENEURS IN ONDO STATE
Full text linkThis study investigates the influence of the shadow economy on practical entrepreneurs in Ondo State, Nigeria. The target population comprised 291 shadow economy entrepreneurs, from which a sample size of 169 participants was selected using purposive sampling based on specific criteria related to active entrepreneurial engagement. A descriptive survey design was adopted, and quantitative data were collected through a structured questionnaire. Multiple Linear Regression Analysis was employed to examine the relationships between the independent variables (market share, growth, and welfare) and the dependent variable (performance of practical entrepreneurs). The findings reveal that market share, growth, and welfare each have a positive and statistically significant influence on practical entrepreneurs operating within the shadow economy. Specifically, growth and welfare were found to significantly impact entrepreneurial success, contrary to initial null hypotheses. Based on these findings, the study recommends strategic efforts to enhance entrepreneurs' market share, promote sustainable growth practices, and improve stakeholder welfare. Furthermore, policy interventions aimed at formalizing shadow economy activities, providing skills development opportunities, and facilitating access to financial resources are imperative to support the long-term success of practical entrepreneurs
SERVICE QUALITY AND CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: EVIDENCE FROM ABUJA ELECTRICITY DISTRIBUTION COMPANY (AEDC) CONSUMERS IN MINNA METROPOLIS
Full text linkThe Nigerian power sector is characterized by several challenges, including inconsistent supply from the country's connection to the grid, slow personnel fault-clearing responses, poor staff-customer relationships, irrational electricity pricing and inaccurate billing, difficulties collecting payments due to subpar bank services and/or remote payment centers, and incorrect customer disconnection. This study examined service quality and customer satisfaction: evidence from Consumers of Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) in Minna metropolis. This study adopted a quantitative survey research method. The instrument used was structured questionnaire which was measured using 5-point Likert scale. AEDC customers in Minna metropolis make up the research population. Three hundred (300) electricity consumers in Minna metropolis were selected using purposive non-probability sampling technique. The data collected through questionnaire were analyzed using Multiple Regression analysis. Findings from the five hypotheses revealed that tangibility, reliability, responsiveness and empathy have significant effect on customer satisfaction (P = 0.00 < 0.05) while only assurance have no significant effect on customers satisfaction (P = 0.824 > 0.05). Thus, we conclude that service quality has significant effect on customers’ satisfaction. It is recommended that AEDC should enhance the services it provides to its customers by providing consistent power supply and responding promptly to customer complaints and suggestions
EFFECTS OF CARBON EMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY IN NIGERIA
Full text linkNigeria’spursuit of economic growth leads to dependence on fossil fuel as a means of energy generation, in so doingfetching aboutcarbon emission which impacts environmental. As a means of finding solution to this problem, the study examines the effect of CO2 Emissionon environmental quality in country. Secondary data from 1992 to 2022 wasobtained from World Development Indicator (WDI, 2023) and U.S. energy information administration (EIA), 2024. Auto regressive distributive lag model (ARDL) was used as a method of estimation. The outcome reveals confirms strong evidence of cointegration between CO2 Emission on environmental quality. Log run and short run results show energy consumption of petroleum and other liquids relates positively and is significant in determining carbon emission. The study commends that Nigerian policy makers should design and implement sustainable energy policy and technologies in order to reduce carbon emission which is harmful to the environment and make more use of renewable energy such as sunlight, wind, rain, tides, waves, and geothermal heat which are healthier and cleaner choices of energy generation
Women Participation in Agricultural Development: A Case Study of Ikole LGA, Ekiti State
Full text linkThe study investigated how rural women contribute to agricultural growth in Ikole local government area, Ekiti State, Nigeria. A two-stage random sampling method was employed. Based on their degree of rurality, ten (10) rural settlements from Ikole Local Government Area were chosen at random for the first stage. To complete the sample size of hundred (100) respondents, ten (10) rural women were also randomly selected from the rural villages in the second stage. The study employed descriptive statistics like frequency distribution, percentages, and likert scale. Findings showed that 27.0% of the rural women were between the age ranges of 36 to 45years with 78% of them being married. (23.0%) of the respondents had no formal education while 77.0% have had some form of level of education also 25% of the respondents have been on the farm for between 6-10 years. Furthermore, the rural women engaged in agricultural activities that made use of seeds, pesticides and fertilizer with mean scores of (4.47, 4.22 and 4.17) respectively. In terms of their perception of agricultural development majority of the respondents had access to credit and financial resources with a mean score of (4.56), which was viewed as crucial in enabling rural women to participate in agricultural operations also respondents viewed agriculture as profitable with a mean score of (4.38). Challenges faced by rural women included insufficient capital and safety concerns due to insecurity in the study area
The Effect of Corruption on Public Financial Management System in Nigeria
Full text linkThe target of Nigeria reforming public financial management (PFM) system over the years was to reap the associated reward of financial propriety with the attendant socio-economic development. However, corruption in PFM system remains a serious problem in Nigeria. To examine this concern, the paper deployed information derived from official documents and extant literature to analyze the effect of corruption on PFM system in Nigeria. The analysis is anchored on the institutional theory and largely based on round 1 and 2 versions of the mapping and scoping surveys of anti-corruption and governance measures in PFM reports on Nigeria. Findings reveal that the effect of corruption is deep and substantial in PFM system in Nigeria. Effects include but not limited to distortion of public finance and procurement processes, payment systems, accounting, financial reporting and auditing systems. This stems from low adherence to laws and near absence of deterrence. The paper therefore recommends the criminalization of certain acts and omissions, as well as the development of a strong and compelling enforcement mechanism consisting of effective detection and diligent investigation, efficient prosecution, speedy adjudication and effective sanctions for culpable parties to serve as deterrent to violators of PFM laws in Nigeria
NEPAD Partnership with the Federal Government of Nigeria: A Path to Peace and Stability
Full text linkThe NEPAD has provided avenue for peace and security development in Nigeria and indeed Africa. Thus, her role in peace building has become relevant to our country at the federal level. This work seeks to look at those areas where NEPAD can partner not just with federal government alone but also with the private sector in order to promote peace and security sustainability in Nigeria. The work therefore, has provided the needed avenue where NEPAD and the federal government partnership can improve the socio-political and socioeconomic development of the Nigerian State
The Shadow of Sabotage: Unraveling the Insecurity Threats Impacting Oil Operations in Ondo and Delta States of Nigeria
Full text linkNiger Delta, home to Nigeria’s vast petroleum wealth, remains mired in a complex security crisis that undermines economic productivity and deters foreign direct investment (FDI). This study interrogates the insecurity threats—particularly sabotage, oil theft, militant violence, and kidnapping—affecting oil operations in Ondo and Delta States between 2017 and 2022. Drawing upon the State Capacity Theory, the study employs a mixed-methods approach comprising survey questionnaires (n = 200), in-depth interviews, and secondary data analysis. Findings reveal a high incidence of oil theft (mean score = 4.65), kidnapping (mean = 4.63), and violence against oil workers (mean = 4.15), all significantly linked to diminished FDI inflows. While the Nigerian government has implemented legal reforms such as the Petroleum Industry Act (2021), weak enforcement and systemic governance failures persist, especially in managing local grievances and protecting oil infrastructure. Regression analysis, although indicating a weak statistical link between insecurity and oil output (p = 0.507), corroborates the perception that insecurity contributes to operational disruptions, revenue losses, and investor apathy. The study recommends a multi-dimensional intervention strategy, encompassing community inclusion, security sector reform, and infrastructural development, to address insecurity and stabilize investment conditions in Nigeria’s oil heartland
Nigeria’s Tax Reforms and the Quest for Economic Stability: A Conceptual Narration
Full text linkThis study explores the relationship between Nigeria's tax reform bill and economic stability, providing a conceptual narration of the potential impacts of tax reform on the nation's economic growth and development. The study examines the current tax regime in Nigeria, highlighting its limitations and challenges, and analyzes the proposed tax reform bill's potential to address these issues. The study investigates how tax reform can influence economic stability through various channels, including increased revenue generation, improved investment climate, and enhanced economic competitiveness. It also discusses the potential challenges and limitations of implementing tax reform in Nigeria, such as resistance from special interest groups and administrative capacity constraints. Using a conceptual framework that integrates tax theory and economic stability, this study provides a nuanced understanding of the complex relationships between tax policy, economic growth, and development. The project contributes to the ongoing debate on tax reform in Nigeria, offering insights into the potential benefits and challenges of reforming the tax system to achieve economic stability. The findings of this study have implications for policymakers, researchers, and stakeholders interested in Nigeria's economic development. The project concludes by highlighting the need for a comprehensive and inclusive tax reform process that addresses the country's unique economic challenges and promotes sustainable economic growth and development. By striking a balance, taxation can support economic stability and promote sustainable development because they are interconnected. Ultimately, this study aims to inform and enrich the discourse on tax reforms and economic stability in Nigeria