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An Analysis of the Status of Human and Material Resources for Geography Teaching in Secondary Schools in Benin City.
(Ekiadolor Journal of Education, 1990-01-15) Yalokwu Patrick O; Amadasun I O
The paper identifies and analysis the status of human and material resources for the teaching of geography in secondary schools in Benin City. It also discusses the resource situation necessary for effective geography teaching and learning in schools. The data used for the paper were collected from seven secondary schools sampled in Benin City in April 1990. Using a structured questionnaire, relevant data were obtained from the heads of geography departments, who had knowledge about teaching resources in their schools. To ensure comparability in human resources for both geography and economics (both of which are social science subjects taught in the surveyed schools), provision was made in the questionnaire for the staff strength of the geography and economics departments. The analysis of data involved the use of percentages and Student’s t-test. The findings show that staff strength and teaching aids available in geography departments were poor. Less than half of the geography teachers in the schools were professionally qualified. There was, however, an indication that no significant difference exists between the staff strength of geography departments and that of economics departments. The implication of these findings is that efforts should be made by the government and other appropriate educational authorities to train more Geography teachers (and even Economics teachers) and to provide relevant teaching equipment in order to make teaching and learning more result-oriented.
An Investigation into the Management Problems Facing B.Ed. Parttime Programme in University of Benin
(College of Education, 1992) Yalokwu Patrick O
This study investigates the management problems facing the B.Ed. Part-Time Programme at the University of Benin. The research examines key administrative, academic, and logistical challenges that affect the effective delivery of the programme. Issues such as inadequate funding, poor coordination of course schedules, insufficient teaching staff, limited learning facilities, and communication gaps between management and students are explored. Data is gathered through surveys and interviews with students, lecturers, and administrative personnel. The findings reveal that these challenges significantly impact the quality of instruction and students’ academic performance. The study concludes by recommending improved resource allocation, better planning and coordination, enhanced staffing, and the adoption of efficient communication systems to strengthen programme management and overall effectiveness.
Analysis of the Quality of Regional Governance Challenges and Implications for African Development
(Crawford Journal of Business and Social Sciences, 2015) Yalokwu Patrick O
Quality governance in any region or country does not just happen. It does not come by chance, but through the conscious choices of the citizens being governed, as well as the outcomes of the activities of various significant external agencies that impact the political entity concerned. By the same token, the measurement of the quality of governance is not an easy process. Until recently, it has posed an elusive challenge, notwithstanding the fact that there is a link between governance and development. A review of various studies (Kaufmann, Kraay, and Zoido-Lobatón, 1999; Acemoglu, 2003; World Bank, 2004; and World Bank, 2003) indicates that many of the existing measures of governance are subjective and not without errors. However, a highly objective aggregate governance index, which contains six indicators of governance, has been designed by Kaufmann, Kraay, and Mastruzzi (2003). Against this background, the purpose of this paper is to analyse the performance of various regions of the world in the field of political and economic governance using the six indicators of quality governance. Specifically, the paper discusses the challenges facing Africa and also highlights the implications for structuring strategies toward the sustained development of the continent.
Authentic Leadership and Spiritual Capital Development: Agenda for Building Quality Management and Successful Organizations
(International Journal of Development and Management Review, 2008) Yalokwu Patrick O
An important factor responsible for the poor performance of many organizations is paucity of authentic leadership and spiritual capital. Evidence from various researchers such as William George (2005), Zohar and Marshal (2004), Stephen Covey (2004), indicate that many business companies and government organizations which were known for good governance, have collapsed, not sequel to lack of economic capital but largely because of absence of authentic leaders and managers equipped with spiritual intelligence and vision, purpose and values. The purpose of this paper is to examine authentic leadership and spiritual capital as key elements for the successful building of quality management and effective organizations. It highlights the nexus between authentic leadership and spiritual capital, describes the common features of authentic leadership and spiritual capital, and sets out a process model for developing spiritual capital and authentic leadership in Africa and beyond. Finally, it suggests strategies for the optimal development of authentic leadership and spiritual capital capable of fostering quality management and successful organizations.
Education Funding for Quality Education in Nigeria
(Institute of Education- University of Benin, 1993) Yalokwu Patrick O
Education funding plays a critical role in achieving quality education in Nigeria, yet the sector continues to face challenges related to inadequate budgetary allocation, poor fund management, and infrastructural deficits. This study examines the relationship between funding and the quality of education in Nigeria, highlighting how insufficient financial investment affects teaching standards, learning outcomes, and access to educational resources. It also explores the disparities in funding across different regions and levels of education. The paper argues that sustainable and transparent funding mechanisms are essential for improving educational quality and achieving national development goals. Recommendations include increased government investment, enhanced accountability in fund utilisation, and the promotion of public-private partnerships to support the education sector.
Forensic Accounting Technique Adaptation and Firms Internal Control
(Crawford Journal of Multidisciplinary Research, 2021-09) Amuno Jonathan Emamuzo; Ezeh Chidera Maryjane; Omorogbe Comfort E
This research work examined the adaptation of forensic accounting techniques in terms of information on computer assisted document reviews, forensic reports and mediation skills on firms’ internal control. A correlation research design was used to describe the statistical relationship between the variables. A case study was purposively and conveniently selected with 94 respondents from the Accounting and Auditing staffers of the firm involved in an accounting scandal with regards to over statement of the company’s profit and went through forensic audit. The data collected was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistical tools. OLS regression method was adopted in estimating the regression line. The R-square of the analysis (R2 = 0.581; P<0.05)shows that 58% variations in internal control system is explained by influence of these forensic techniques (computer assisted document review, forensic reports and mediation skills). The study concluded that forensic accounting techniques have significant adaptive influence on internal control and this would effectively help to strengthen weak internal control systems. In this respect, the study recommends that the management should make the forensic reports available to the internal control units in the organisation so that they could use information therein to improve on control measures. Also, the study recommends that internal control should be given appropriate attention to promote continuous monitoring of the controls through forensic accounting techniques while ensuring appropriate penalties in place for any lack of compliance to various control procedures.
Framework for Occupational Health and Safety in Nigeria: The Implication for the Trade Union Movement
(Journal of Economics and Sustainable Development, 2016) Ngwama Justice Chidi
The rate of the industrial accidents and the general lethargy of the employers to respond to the issues of safety and health in workplaces are becoming a growing concern in Nigeria. The policy framework targeted towards reducing the rate of industrial accidents through preventive measures as well as to create awareness on the rights of victims of industrial accidents need be strengthened. Most importantly, is the faulty implementation and regulation of the legal framework governing issues of safety in workplaces that needed to be reviewed. This study takes a critical look at role of trade unions in combating these critical issues threatening the lives of average workers in Nigeria and suggests that the trade unions and other workers’ organizations should continue to display courage and solidarity in the protection of the worker’ rights and welfare. All stakeholders must be mobilized for concerted efforts against unpopular government policies that tend protect the employers at the expense of the lives of the workers.
Improving Performance Management In The Twenty-First Century University: Issues, Challenges and Strategies
(Crawford University, 2021) Yalokwu Patrick O
Universities are generally regarded as top-notch higher education institutions where students study for acquisition of degrees and academic research is done. One of the ways by which Universities have striven to maintain their leadership status among higher education institutions is through the establishrnen t of higher standards of performance for their staff and students. In an attempt to sustain the high standard of performance, universities inevitably find themselves competing with one another in an environment where only the most adaptable and most productive will survive and prosper. Despite the increasing competition, current performance results in contemporary universities are seen as not totally satisfactory by many policy makers, parents, community members, faculty and students around the world. The purpose of this paper is to make a review of performance management in the twenty-first century university. The paper examines the critical issues of performance management in the university system. It identifies the challenges facing performance management and offers strategies for improving performance management in the twenty-first century university.
Kidnapping in Nigeria: An Emerging Social Crime and the Implications for the Labour Market
(International Journal of Humanities and Social Science, 2014-01) Ngwama Justice Chidi
The significant impact of kidnapping and other associated crimes is becoming worrisome and perplexing not only to Nigerians but to the international community. This has heightened the fear of foreigners, especially international investors; thereby threatening the foundation of economic development. The overall implication has worsened the labour market situation resulting to thousands of unemployment and displacement of the workforce from the affected areas. This study takes a critical look on this new wave of crime and relative impact on the Nigerian labour market. This study indicates that the current wave of kidnapping has aggravated massive unemployment, worsening the already faulty labour market situation, and creating unfriendly environment for economic development. Recommendations were made on how this wave of crime should be tackled and labour market expanded to accommodate these restive youths who are major the culprits in this crime.
Leadership Capability and Process Innovation Among Nigeria’s Food and Beverage Manufacturers
(IIARD International Journal Of Economics And Business Management, 2025-11-12) Yalokwu Patrick O; Ogaga-Oghene Joshua O; Omankhanlen Ehimare A
Underutilised capacity remains a significant challenge in Nigeria’s food and beverage sector despite the growing market for processed food and beverage products, which is indicative of a lack of process optimisation and a need for process innovation. This study examined the influence of leadership capability on process innovation. Survey research design with a sample of 353 managers drawn from six quoted companies was employed. The validated questionnaire was administered using proportional and simple random sampling techniques and the response rate was 61.19%. The PLS-SEM analysed data indicate that leadership capability has a positive and significant influence on process innovation (β = 0.871, R2 = 0.758, t-statistic = 38.790, and p-value = 0.000) The study recommended that leader-managers at all levels should grow and strengthen their leadership skills by establishing guidelines, strategically create work groups, and demonstrate leadership support.
Leadership Change and Employee Commitment: An Empirical Study of Transformational and Transactional Leadership Style In A University
(International Journal of Economic Behavior, 2022-07-10) Ngwama Justice Chidi; Ogaga-Oghene Joshua O
Lack of employee commitment may be a critical threat to organizational survival and growth. Private Christian mission owned universities seem to be grappling with survival and growth threats associated with a lack of employee commitment, which is likely to be causing inefficient daily operations, delay tasks completion, fostering customer dissatisfaction, and sabotaging revenue generation initiatives. The study examined the extent to which transformational and transactional leadership styles influence employee commitment in a Nigerian private Christian mission university. Survey research design was used for the study. The target population was 774 full-time employees of the University. The sample size of 89 respondents consisted of faculty and non-teaching staff and was determined using the Taro Yamane formula. The Organizational Commitment Questionnaire (OCQ) and Multifactor Leadership Questionnaire (MLQ) were employed as data collection instruments. The study employed proportional and simple random sampling methods to allocate and distribute the questionnaires to respondents. Correlation coefficient and simple regression analysis were used to analyse data. The findings suggested that transformational and transactional leadership styles significantly affected employee commitment. The findings implied that the social and economic exchange relationship fostered by transformational and transactional leadership behaviours in organizations promote employee emotional attachment and inspires them to be dedicated to its goals. The study recommended that organizations' leaders should consciously create work environments that promote employee trust, responsible, and productivity behaviours.
Mamser and Citizenship Education in Nigeria: Issues, Problems and Prospects
(Ekiadolor Journal of Education, 1992) Yalokwu Patrick O
This paper examines the role of MAMSER (Mass Mobilization for Self-Reliance, Social Justice and Economic Recovery) and Citizenship Education in Nigeria, focusing on their contributions to national development and civic responsibility. Established in 1987, MAMSER aimed to re-orient Nigerians towards positive values such as patriotism, discipline, and self-reliance. Similarly, Citizenship Education has been integrated into Nigeria’s educational system to promote civic competence, national unity, and democratic participation. Despite their significance, both initiatives face numerous challenges, including inadequate funding, poor implementation strategies, political interference, low public awareness, and inconsistencies in policy continuity. Additionally, widespread corruption, weak institutional frameworks, and socio-economic inequalities have hindered their effectiveness in fostering responsible citizenship. The paper argues that revitalizing MAMSER-like programs and strengthening Citizenship Education can serve as vital tools for addressing Nigeria’s socio-political and economic challenges. It highlights the need for curriculum reform, effective policy implementation, stakeholder engagement, and the use of modern communication channels to enhance civic awareness. The study concludes that with sustained commitment and strategic reforms, these initiatives hold strong prospects for promoting national integration, good governance, and sustainable development in Nigeria.
Management Without Leadership in Nigeria Corporate organisations: Issues, Challenges and Strategies
(Crawford Journal of Business and Social Sciences, 2016) Yalokwu Patrick O; Nwamu Victor U
The purpose of this paper is to examine the problematic issue of management without leadership in the Nigeria's corporate organizations. Management has been conceptualized in this paper us a process of planning, organizing, leading and controlling the effort.;, of organization members and using other resources to achieve corporate goals and objectives, working through people to mobilize other organizational resources (finance. equipment, facilities, information and time) to achieve corporate goals and objectives. Since people are the most organic and dynamic resource of any organization, it behoves all managers to unleash their leadership influence to direct people towards optimum performance. Of all the resources of an organization, human resource represents a unique resource in that no organization can own it but with proper leadership. An organization can nurture and retain its human resources. Through proper leadership, the members of the organization can be stimulated to contribute towards value creation within the organization. it is unfortunate however, that Nigerian corporate organizations have not generally performed optimally within the last two decades, due to the passive practice of mamaging organisation without applying effective leadership. This paper critically examines rhe issues at stake and the challenges posed by managing organization without employing e,lfl!ctive leadership styles. It also proffers strategies towards the improvement of corporate management through proper leadership,
Mass Media Reportage of Police Harassment and Brutality of Nigerians in a Democratic Dispensation (A Study of the Punch and the Guardian Newspapers)
(Crawford Journal of Postgraduate Studies, 2022) Amuno Jonathan Emamuzo; Odunlami Olusegun Abimbola; Boma Stella Erekosima; Ake Oluwaseun Omofoaye
The mass media serves as a vital component in the day-to-day life of the public as helps to keep the members of a society, community, state, country well informed about what is happening around them. When mass media organisations are unable to carry out their duties to the public objectively, this causes public distrust in the media. In view of this, this paper focuses on mass media reportage of police harassment and brutality of Nigerians in a democratic dispensation with special attention to The Punch and The Guardian newspapers. This paper borders on giving insight to the issue of police harassment and brutality of Nigerians and how the media portrays/reports such negative activities of the Nigerian Police to the general public. This study is premised on Social Action, Social Conflict and Agenda Setting Theories. The paper adopted content analysis and a multi-stage sampling technique, that is, simple random and systematic sampling techniques to conclude on the sampling size. From coding guide developed, it was discovered that there are gaps in newspaper reportage and even contents on Police harassment and brutality of Nigerians. The study discovered that less prominence is given to this issue of social menace that could degenerate into violence and unrest in the country. The paper therefore recommends that stories on police brutality and harassment of Nigerians should be given more prominence and frequent reportage in order to build public trust in the mass media as an agent of positive societal change.
Organisational Capabilities and Product Innovation Performance among Nigerian Food and Beverage Companies
(International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation (IJRSI), 2025-01-25) Yalokwu Patrick O; Ogaga-Oghene Joshua O; Omankhanlen Ehimare A.
This study examined the mediatory role of entrepreneurial orientation capability in the link between knowledge management capability and product innovation, using a survey research design and a validated questionnaire for data collection. The population was 672 Lagos-based food and beverage manufacturing companies from which six quoted companies were randomly selected as the study’s sampling frame. A sample size of 353 managers was mathematically determined, while proportional and simple random sampling techniques were employed. The response rate was 61.19%. Data was analysed using descriptive statistics and partial least square structural equation modelling. The findings showed that knowledge management capability mediated by entrepreneurial orientation capability has a significant positive effect on product innovation. The study concluded that organisational capabilities positively affect innovation performance. The positive effect is particularly enhanced when entrepreneurial orientation capability is employed as a mediatory variable to link knowledge management and product innovation. The study contributes to extant knowledge by demonstrating that a complementary combination of capabilities can enhance innovation performance, thereby helping to clarify contentions about firms’ capacity to respond to changes in the business environment. In addition, the study contributes to theory development as the findings reinforced, the complementary perspective of the resource-based view where one firm resource mediates with other resources to influence innovation performance.
Performance Evaluation in Schools
(Journal of Nigeria Educational Research Association, 1989) Yalokwu Patrick O
Performance evaluation in schools in Nigeria remains a critical mechanism for improving educational quality, accountability, and institutional effectiveness. This study examines the frameworks, practices, and challenges associated with performance evaluation in Nigerian primary and secondary schools. It explores key components such as teacher appraisal, student assessment, administrative supervision, and the use of standardized testing as tools for measuring educational outcomes. The paper highlights persistent issues including inadequate training of evaluators, lack of standardized criteria, limited resources, and inconsistencies in policy implementation across regions. Additionally, it considers the impact of performance evaluation on teacher motivation, student achievement, and overall school improvement. Drawing on both qualitative and quantitative perspectives, the study underscores the need for a more coherent, transparent, and context-sensitive evaluation system. It concludes by recommending policy reforms, capacity building for educators, and the integration of modern assessment technologies to enhance the reliability and effectiveness of performance evaluation practices in Nigeria’s education sector.
Problems and Prospects of Rural Banking in Nigeria
(Management in Nigeria, 1991) Yalokwu Patrick O
Rural banking in Nigeria plays a crucial role in promoting financial inclusion, agricultural development, and poverty reduction in underserved communities. Despite its importance, the sector faces numerous challenges, including inadequate infrastructure, low literacy levels, poor loan repayment culture, and limited access to modern financial technologies. Additionally, issues such as regulatory constraints and insufficient capital base hinder the effective operation of rural financial institutions. However, the prospects of rural banking remain promising due to the increasing adoption of digital banking solutions, government intervention programs, and the expansion of microfinance institutions. Strengthening rural banking systems can enhance economic growth, empower small-scale farmers and entrepreneurs, and bridge the financial gap between urban and rural areas in Nigeria.
Public Private Partnership in University Education Provision in Nigeria: Issues, Challenges And Strategies
(Nigerian Journal of Educational Administration and Planning, 2005) Yalokwu Patrick O
One of the most important developments in Nigeria's education system within the past two decades is the establishment of an increasing number of private universities. While many people appear worried about the traces of dichotomy (especially in the nature and number of programmes, location of institutions and so on between public and private universities), there has emerged a counter-argument that the reason private universities came into being, in the first place, is to fill the gap created by the structural deficiencies inherent in the existing public universities. For many people, higher educational institutions and, indeed, universities Authorities are seen as role models of innovation and change in general and are expected to assist in individual social mobility and betterment of quality or life. Over the years, the demand for access to university education in Nigeria and Mobia has been increasing at an increasing rate, and in the face of government mability or unwillingness to fund the expansion of supply, the private university education providers have been compelled to come to the forefront. As we are all aware, the university education subsector is just one of the several such sub-sectors where private practitioners have made significant inroads. In fact, the private sector practitioners have made wonderful contributions as engines of growth in such other sectors as health, telecommunications, utilities (electricity and water supply) and security. The inability of government to provide access to quality university education that is in high demand worldwide is not only confined to Nigeria. It has become a global phenomenon that has attracted the private sector to the rescue. The continued expansion of the illegal number of private universities is therefore inevitable. Against this background, this paper examines the historical context and the points of departure in the understanding of public-private partnership. Look at all the factors that influenced public-private partnerships as well as some outstanding issues and the challenges facing public-private partnership in university education and suggests strategies for working out a conducive atmosphere for the development of high-quality manpower. The paper concludes that what matters most is neither the question of who provides university education nor whether there is any dichotomy. In the nature and number of programmes offered but meeting the important need of instituting viable Infrastructural building blocks and control measures to ensure that both private and public practitioners co-exist symbiotically and unleash their potentials in a competitive fashion and thereby achieve the overall goals and objectives of university education in Nigeria.
Public-Private Partnership in Higher Education Provision: Agenda for Stimulating Sustainable Development of Ethiopia
(St. Mary's College, 2003) Yalokwu Patrick O
The purpose of this paper is to discuss public-private partnership in higher education provision as an agenda for fostering sustainable development of Ethiopia. As in most developing countries, higher education establishment in Ethiopia had for long been dominated by government agencies. The burden of the ownership and running of education institutions in general and higher education in particular had for long rested on the shoulders of the government of Ethiopia. However, in recent years, certain factors in Ethiopia have provided impetus in favor of providing opportunities for the private sector to participate in higher education funding. Against this background, this paper x-rays the historical development of higher education in Ethiopia and the predominant role of government in higher education ownership and control. The need for publicprivate partnership as well as the roles that each partner can play is analyzed in the paper. Some suggestions are proffered with regard to the roles that public and private partners can play. The paper dwells on provisions of higher education by private sectors in the United Kingdom, Canada, Nigeria, and other countries. In these countries, corporate organizations and wealthy private owners have partnered with governments in establishing and funding higher education. By allowing private organizations and individuals to own and/or fund programmes and run colleges and universities, the aggregate cost of higher education provision has been systematically spread among different stakeholders for the overall benefit of sustainable development of the respective countries. All the above contain lessons that can be usefully learnt in the Ethiopian context.
Quality Primary Education In Ethiopia In the 21 Century: Issues, Problems and Strategies for Improvement
(Institute of Educational Research Addis Ababa University, 2011-09-11) Yalokwu Patrick O
This study examines the state of quality primary education in Ethiopia in the 21st century, focusing on the key issues and challenges affecting its effectiveness. Despite significant progress in expanding access to primary education, concerns remain regarding the quality of teaching, inadequate infrastructure, limited instructional materials, and insufficient teacher training. Additional problems such as large class sizes, regional disparities, and socio-economic barriers continue to hinder equitable learning outcomes. The paper analyzes these challenges and explores practical strategies for improvement, including policy reform, investment in teacher development, curriculum enhancement, and strengthening educational management systems. It concludes that a comprehensive and sustained approach is essential to ensure inclusive, high-quality primary education for all children in Ethiopia.

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