1. GOOD GOVERNANCE AND CONFLICT MANAGEMENT
Background to the Study: Governance, according to the World Bank Report (2010) is the exercise of political power in the management of a nation’s affairs. This definition thus implies that governance encompasses the state’s institutional and structura... Read More
2. THE IMPACT OF MICROFINANCE BANKS IN RURAL DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA
Background of the study: The ideal of micro-finance banking become necessary due to the inability of the conventional banking schemes to mobilize the dormant funds in rural area and channel them into needy factor. Besides, small business and the rural farmers needed to inculcate... Read More
3. ANALYSIS OF THE CONSOLIDATION OF MIGRANTS INTO SOCIO - ECONOMIC GROWTH OF AWE IN THE 20TH CENTURY
Abstract: The study the consolidation of migrants into socio - economic growth of awe in the 20th century. Specifically, the study intends to analyse the collective efforts and activities of migrants to the socio-economic development of the area putting into cons... Read More
4. APPRAISAL OF INCOME TAX COLLECTION AND ADMINISTRATION IN NIGERIA
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY: Tax is an important factor in economic planning and development of a nation and I is an important agent of social change, (Ola 1985:109). Tax according to Agysi (1983:174) the transfer of resources from private sector to the public sector... Read More
5. ASSESSMENT OF THE SURVIVAL PRACTICES OF QUANTIITY SURVEYING FIRMS IN A RECESSED ECONOMY
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY: The construction industry plays an important role in a nation’s economy and its activities are also vital to the achievement of national socio-economic development goals of providing shelter, infrastructure and employment. According to Aibinu and Ja... Read More
6. ASSESSMENT OF THE SURVIVAL PRACTICES OF QUANTIITY SURVEYING FIRMS IN A RECESSED ECONOMY
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY: The construction industry plays an important role in a nation’s economy and its activities are also vital to the achievement of national socio-economic development goals of providing shelter, infrastructure and employment. According to Aibinu and Ja... Read More
7. THE ROLE OF BUREAUCRATS IN GOVERNMENT CORRUPT PRACTISES IN NIGERIA
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY: The issue of leadership and good governance probity, accountability remains a monumental problem to Nigerian Socio-political and economic development over the years, since independence. This is as a result of linkage between the tran... Read More
8. AN EXAMINATION OF THE CHALLENGES AND PROSPECTS OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT REFORMS IN NIGERIA
BACKGROUND OF STUDY: The system of local government administration practiced anywhere in the world, is dependent largely on the historical, geographical, sociological, political and economic life of the people. This is no less true of Nigeria with a long history... Read More
9. CONTRIBUTION OF SMALL AND MEDIUM SCALE ENTERPRISES TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF NIGERIA
Background to the study: The pursuit of economic development has been a major goal of many developing nations of the world. Developing countries are confronted with several problems such as high rate of poverty and unemployment which have continued to hinder... Read More
10. THE ROLE OF CO-OPERATIVE SOCIETIES TOWARDS DEVELOPMENT OF RURAL AREAS (A CASE STUDY OF IDAH LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, KOGI STATE)
INTRODUCTION/BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY: The problem of developing the rural area has received the attention of many experts and researchers as well as the government. This is because it constitutes a serious bottleneck to the socio-economic development of the... Read More
11. THE ROLE OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATION IN ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT OF RURAL AREA IN NIGERIA (A CASE STUDY OF UDI LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA IN ENUGU STATE)
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY: This study is a modest attempt at a lucid explanation of the role of local government in Nigeria. Nigerian local government system have witnessed tremendous transformation since the introduction of the 1988 civil service reforms one of the changes introdu... Read More
12. THE SOCIAL PROBLEMS AND ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF STUDENTS IN SELECTED SECONDARY SCHOOL
Background to the study: Social problems are issues happenings which are frequently occurring in the society in recent times. They are the issues that affect everybody in the society. The issues are of great concern to both the young and adults. They are not pers... Read More
13. THE USE OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES (ICTs) AMONG STAFF OF AGRICULTURAL INSTITUTIONS IN IBADAN MUNICIPAL AREA, OYO STATE, NIGERIA
BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY: Agriculture is an important economic sector, since it provides income and food for a large segment of the population in developing countries. It plays a key role in the socio-economic development of many developing countries. For Agricult... Read More
14. THE PITFALLS OF POVERTY ALLEVIATION PROGRAMMES IN THE CURBING THE INCIDENCE OF POVERTY IN RURAL AREAS
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
Background of the study: Poverty is a global phenomenon that affects continents, nations and peoples differently. It affects people at different depth... Read More
15. THE ROLE OF CO-OPERATIVE SOCIETIES TOWARDS DEVELOPMENT OF RURAL AREAS (A CASE STUDY OF IDAH LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, KOGI STATE)
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION/BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
The problem of developing the rural area has received the attention of many experts and researchers as well as the government. This is be... Read More
16. THE IMPORTANCE OF SHIPPING TO THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF NIGERIA
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
BACKGROUND: Shipping has for a long time been recognized as one of the strong catalysts for socio-economic development. Back in 1776, Adams Smith note... Read More
17. THE INFLUENCE OF SMALL AND MEDIUM SCALE ENTERPRISE AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
BACKGROUND OF STUDY: Small and medium enterprises in Nigeria can be defined according to asset base and number of staff employed. The criteria ar... Read More
18. THE IMPACT OF OVER POPULATION IN THE SOCIO-ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION: Over population is a very big threat to the socio-economic development of any given country most especially when the available resources is no where to carter for the needs and yearnings of the... Read More
19. THE EFFECT OF TERRORISM IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES: IT’S SIGNIFICANCE TO DEVELOPMENT AND PROGRESS (A CASE STUDY OF NIGERIA)
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY: Terrorism and insurgency is globally becoming a household word as there is no nation that is completely absolved from its effect. This is the reason why Rourke (2015) observes... Read More
20. THE IMPACT OF AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMMES ON THE ECONOMY
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
Background of the Study: Agriculture is the foundation and bedrock upon which the development of stable human community has depended on throughout the... Read More
21. THE IMPACT OF CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT ON TEACHING AND LEARNING OF BASIC SCIENCE IN JUNIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL IN NSUKKA
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
Background of the study: The term science has to do with nature. It is derived from the Latin word “Scientia’ meaning to know, what is a f... Read More
22. THE IMPACT OF CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT ON TEACHING AND LEARNING OF BASIC SCIENCE IN JUNIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL IN NSUKKA
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
Background of the study: The term science has to do with nature. It is derived from the Latin word “Scientia’ meaning to know, what is a f... Read More
23. THE IMPACT OF AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMMES ON THE ECONOMY
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
Background of the Study: Agriculture is the foundation and bedrock upon which the development of stable human community has depended on throughout the... Read More
24. THE CHALLENGES FACED BY COMMERCIAL VEHICLES IN ABUJA
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY: Transportation is one of the key sectors that play crucial role in achieving the goals of poverty eradication and sustainable development... Read More
25. DEVELOPMENT OF TECHNICAL INFRASTRUCTURE AND THE STATE OF AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AREAS IN NIGERIA
INTRODUCTION
The distribution of proven and proved yield-enhancing agricultural technology aimed at achieving national development is significantly influenced by both physical and institutional infrastructure. Development as a concept has been thorough... Read More
26. AN EVALUATION OF THE OVERSIGHT FUNCTION OF NATIONAL ASSEMBLY IN THE IMPLEMENTATION OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS IN NIGERIA
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
This Chapter deals with the introduction, it comprises the background of this research work Statement of Research Problem, Re... Read More
27. OVERCROWDED CLASSROOM AND STUDENT ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN SECONDARY SCHOOL
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY: With increasing population, the number of school going children is increasing much faster than the number of schools is... Read More
28. POOR ROAD INFRASTRUCTURE AND ITS IMPACT ON RURAL DEVELOPMENT
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
Background of the study: It is widely acknowledged that Nigerian roads are typically in a state of dilapidation, inadequately maintained, or completel... Read More
29. A Study Of Rail Mass Transit In Lagos and Its Environment
1.1Background to the Study
The role of transport in promoting a nation‟s overall development can hardly be glossed over. It is the lifeblood of the modern rapidly developing and urbanizing societies; for without it no society can function well. Transport is also a vital link that binds... Read More
30. ADOPTION OF INTERNATIONAL PUBLIC SECTOR ACCOUNTING STANDARDS IN FINANCIAL REP ORTING BY ACCOUNT OFFICERS IN TERTIARY INSTITUTION SOUTH-EAST NIGERIA
Background to the Study
The low level of accountability and transparency in financial reporting and management in the public sector in Nigeria engenders a high level of corruption. The public sector in Nigeria has suffered setbacks largely due to ineffective and inefficient management a... Read More
31. AN ANALYSIS OF THE NATIONAL POVERTY ERADICATION PROGRAMME (NAPEP) IN Ado=Odo Ota Local Government Area,OGUN state NIGERIA
1.1.Background to the Study
Poverty is multidimensional. It includes various alienations and deprivations such as lack of human capabilities, poor life expectancy, poor maternal health, illiteracy, poor nutritional levels, poor access to safe drinking water and perceptions of well-being... Read More
32. APPRAISAL OF BUILDING CHANGES TO CLIMATE VARIABILITY IN ENUGU URBAN AREA
1.1Background to the Study
Climate change is a major global phenomenon, which is evidenced by alterations in rainfall distribution, rising of glacier, ocean water expansion, drought, and increased temperature, (Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), 2013). According to the Wo... Read More
33. ASSESSMENT OF WATER POVERTY IN MINNA, NIGERIA
ABSTRACT
Water is explicitly linked with economic progress and developmental trajectories of most countries and regions of the world. However, inspite of its significant contribution to quality of life, public health and socio-economic development, water scarcity has co... Read More
34. CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES IN HOST COMMUNITIES BY TERTIARY EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS IN SOUTH -SOUTH NIGERIA
Nations all over the world are concerned about and interested in education, both at national and international levels, as a way of fostering human and national development. The philosophy of Nigerian education also recognized education as vehicle for effective human and national development. In t... Read More
35. DETERMINATION OF COMPETENCIES REQUIRED BY TRADE ARTISANS FOR DOMESTIC AND INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS IN ENUGU STATE
Background to the Study
The state of the economy and socio-economic well-being of any society is linked to the effectiveness of its education and the competencies of the work force. The effectiveness of any nation's labour force and skill development programme can be achieved when i... Read More
36. AN ANALYSIS OF INFLATED STATE BUDGET AND POOR ACCOUNTABILITY: A CASE STUDY OF FEDERAL MINISTRY OF BUDGET AND PLANNING
AN ANALYSIS OF INFLATED STATE BUDGET AND POOR ACCOUNTABILITY. A CASE STUDY OF FEDERAL MINISTRY OF BUDGET AND PLANNING.
Chapter One: Introduction
Background of the Study
The issue of inflated state budgets and poor accountability has become a critical... Read More
37. THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN LOCAL GOVERNMENT FINANCIAL CORRUPTION AND UNDER-DEVELOPMENT
THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN LOCAL GOVERNMENT FINANCIAL CORRUPTION AND UNDER-DEVELOPMENT
Chapter One: Introduction
Background of the Study
Local governments play a crucial role in the governance and development of communities, particularly in a decentralized system like... Read More
38. EFFECTIVE LOCAL GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATION AND THE PERFORMANCE OF UNIVERSAL BASIC EDUCATION IN JIGAWA STATE
EFFECTIVE LOCAL GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATION AND THE PERFORMANCE OF UNIVERSAL BASIC EDUCATION IN JIGAWA STATE
Chapter One: Introduction
Background of the Study
Local government administration plays a pivotal role in the delivery of public services, particularly in the e... Read More
39. AN EXAMINATION OF THE EFFECT OF CYBER DISRUPTIVE EVENTS ON NIGERIA TELECOMMUNICATIONS: A CASE STUDY OF GLOBACOM NIGERIA
AN EXAMINATION OF THE EFFECT OF CYBER DISRUPTIVE EVENTS ON NIGERIA TELECOMMUNICATIONS: A CASE STUDY OF GLOBACOM NIGERIA
Chapter One: Introduction
Background of the Study
The rapid advancement of technology has brought about significant changes in the telecommunicatio... Read More
40. GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE AND ITS INFLUENCE ON WOMEN'S PARTICIPATION IN POLITICS IN SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE AND ITS INFLUENCE ON WOMEN'S PARTICIPATION IN POLITICS IN SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
Chapter One: Introduction
Background of the Study
Gender-based violence (GBV) remains a significant barrier to women's partici... Read More
41. ETHNO-RELIGIOUS CONFLICTS, MASS MEDIA AND NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT: THE NORTHERN NIGERIA EXPERIENCE
Abstract
This study has examined the extent to which the mass media serves as instrument of escalation, generation and de-escalation of religious-related conflicts in the Northern part of Nigeria and the consequent effects of the role of the mass media in the development of the region a... Read More
42. CHALLENGES IN PREVENTING ELECTRICITY VANDALISM IN KWARA STATE: THE ROLE OF SECURITY, POLICY, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
CHALLENGES IN PREVENTING ELECTRICITY VANDALISM IN KWARA STATE: THE ROLE OF SECURITY, POLICY, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Chapter One: Introduction
1.1 Background of the Study
Electricity vandalism, the deliberate destruction, theft, or... Read More
43. ELECTRICITY VANDALISM IN ADAMAWA STATE: EXAMINING THE LINK BETWEEN POVERTY, UNEMPLOYMENT, AND INFRASTRUCTURE SABOTAGE
ELECTRICITY VANDALISM IN ADAMAWA STATE: EXAMINING THE LINK BETWEEN POVERTY, UNEMPLOYMENT, AND INFRASTRUCTURE SABOTAGE
Chapter One: Introduction
1.1 Background of the Study
Electricity is a crucial component of modern infrastructure,... Read More
44. IMPACT OF ELECTRICITY VANDALISM ON HOUSEHOLD WELFARE IN BORNO STATE: ADDRESSING THE DOUBLE BURDEN OF CONFLICT AND SABOTAGE
IMPACT OF ELECTRICITY VANDALISM ON HOUSEHOLD WELFARE IN BORNO STATE: ADDRESSING THE DOUBLE BURDEN OF CONFLICT AND SABOTAGE
Chapter One: Introduction
1.1 Background of the Study
Electricity is a fundamental necessity for households, p... Read More
45. CHALLENGES AND SOLUTIONS IN CURBING ELECTRICITY VANDALISM IN YOBE STATE: THE ROLE OF GOVERNMENT POLICIES AND LOCAL VIGILANTE GROUPS
CHALLENGES AND SOLUTIONS IN CURBING ELECTRICITY VANDALISM IN YOBE STATE: THE ROLE OF GOVERNMENT POLICIES AND LOCAL VIGILANTE GROUPS
Chapter One: Introduction
1.1 Background of the Study
Electricity vandalism is a growing concern in N... Read More
46. EVALUATION OF THE HUMAN CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS OF THE NIGER DELTA DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION, 2000-2015
ABSTRACT
Over the decades, the Nigerian government established a range of institutions and initiatives to address poverty, youth restiveness, conflict and under-development in the Niger Delta region. This study is an Evaluation of the Human Capital Development Programs of the Niger Delt... Read More
47. PROBLEM OF PREGNANCY AND ABORTION IN GIRL CHILD EDUCATION (KIBIYA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, KANO STATE)
ABSTRACT
This study examines the impact of adolescent pregnancy and abortion on girls' education in Kibiya Local Government Area (LGA), Kano State, Nigeria. In rural regions like Kibiya, socio-cultural norms, economic challenges, an... Read More
48. HUMAN RIGTH MANAGEMENT COMPETENCIES REQUIRED BY ADMINSTRATORS FOR EFFECTIVE MANQGEMENT IN TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS IN SOUTH SOUTH NIGERIA
INTRODUCTION
It is the desire of every society to achieve a sustainable level of socio-economic development through quality education at early childhood, primary, secondary and tertiary education level. The Federal Government of Nigeria (FRN) (2013) viewed tertiary institution as the ed... Read More