Journal of Management and Social Sciences
Uses and gratification of WhatsApp Meta for Academic and Social Life of Fountain University, Osogbo Students
This study explores the uses and gratifications of WhatsApp among Fountain University students, focusing on how they utilise the platform to meet their cognitive, social integrative, affective, and tension-release needs. Leveraging the Uses and Gratifications Theory, this research investigates the role of WhatsApp in facilitating academic collaboration, social interaction, and information sharing among students. Findings suggest that students predominantly use WhatsApp for social integrative needs, such as staying connected with friends and family, and cognitive needs, like sharing study materials and discussing coursework. The study highlights the significance of WhatsApp in enhancing students' academic experiences, social connections, and collaborative learning. Results also indicate that students' perceived usefulness, and ease of use of WhatsApp influence their adoption behaviour, underscoring the platform's potential as a teaching supplement. This research provides insights into the impact of social media on students' academic and social lives, offering implications for educators and policymakers seeking to integrate technology into university education. Keywords: Uses and gratification, Meta AI, communication platforms, academic support
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Brain Drain and Economic Development in Nigeria: Causal and Cointegration Analyses
This study examined the dynamic relationships between brain drain and economic development in Nigeria from 1990 to 2024, using the Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) model with the Granger causality framework, the study first tested the direction of influence among skilled emigration, financial inflows, human capital formation, and Nigeria’s development trajectory. The causality results guided the choice of dependent and independent variables, after which the ARDL model captured both short-run adjustments and long-run equilibrium dynamics, offering clear insights into how these factors shape Nigeria’s development path. Granger causality tests were first conducted to establish the direction of influence among the variables, which guided the specification of economic development as the dependent variable. The ARDL bounds test then confirmed long-run cointegration among the series. Findings showed that literacy rate exerted a consistently positive and significant effect on economic development in both the short and long run, underscoring the central role of human capital. Brain drain had a significantly negative long-run impact on economic development, indicating structural harm to the economic development, although the short-run effects were mixed. Remittances exhibited weak and delayed short-run impacts. In the long run, they were statistically insignificant, indicating limited developmental value without structured investment frameworks. The study calls for policy actions that encourage the retention and development of skilled labour, direct remittances into productive sectors, and enhance educational quality and access. Strengthening macroeconomic fundamentals is also essential to support sustained growth. These interventions are key to reducing the adverse effects of brain drain and maximising the developmental benefits of financial and human capital inflows. Keywords: Brain drain, remittances, economic development, human capital, ARDL model
Perceived Vulnerability to HIV/AIDS and Public Health Implications of Risky Sexual Behaviour among Truck Drivers along Ijora Transport Corridor in Lagos, Nigeria
This study explores the knowledge and attitudes of long-distance truck drivers toward HIV/AIDS at the Ijora loading point in Lagos, Nigeria. Given their mobile lifestyle and extended periods away from home, truck drivers are often exposed to high-risk sexual behaviours. A quantitative research design was employed, utilising a structured questionnaire distributed across four identified clusters, with a total of 240 respondents. Findings revealed that 45% of drivers maintained multiple wives along their routes, 37% engaged in casual sexual encounters, and 15% kept regular partners in different locations. Despite 95% reporting awareness about condoms, usage was low due to beliefs in the efficacy of traditional medicine (51%), reduced sexual satisfaction (10%), and trust in known partners (22%). Prolonged absence from home (up to 8 weeks) further exacerbated these practices. The study underscores a critical gap in the effectiveness of existing HIV prevention strategies, highlighting the persistence of cultural beliefs and misconceptions. It concludes that addressing these behavioural patterns is essential to reducing Nigeria’s high HIV burden, particularly among mobile occupational groups like truck drivers. Keywords HIV/AIDS, truck drivers, sexual behaviour, condom use, risk perception
Assessment of Youth Participation and Institutional Support in Circular Economy Practices for Sustainable Oil Palm Development in Osun State, Nigeria
Circular economy practices are increasingly promoted as sustainable responses to climate change, resource depletion, and linear production systems. In Osun State, Nigeria, the oil palm enterprise remains economically significant but faces challenges such as environmental degradation, weak institutional coordination, and limited youth involvement in sustainable innovation. This study examined youth participation in circular economy practices within oil palm enterprises and assessed the influence of institutional support in promoting sustainable development. A survey of 654 respondents across major oil palm-producing settlements in Ife, Ilesa, Irewole, and Ayedaade Local Government Areas employed descriptive statistics, cross-tabulation, correlation, and regression analyses. Findings revealed that 42.2% of youths were moderately to highly engaged in circular economy activities, while 57.8% showed minimal participation. Institutional interventions significantly enhanced involvement, with government support (β = 0.756) showing stronger predictive power than NGO assistance (β = 0.158), jointly explaining 72.2% of the variation in participation. Financial limitations, market access challenges, and knowledge gaps were major constraints. The study concludes that youth-led innovation, supported by institutional capacity and indigenous knowledge systems, is essential for achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 8, 12, and 13. These findings imply that integrating Circular Economy training into agricultural extension services, strengthening youth-targeted funding, and promoting policy incentives for waste valorization can enhance both environmental sustainability and rural employment in Osun State. Strengthening training, and funding can unlock youth potential as key drivers of circular transformation in Nigeria’s oil palm sector. Keywords Youth participation, circular economy, oil palm enterprises, sustainable development
Causes of Strained Relationship among Christians, Muslims and African Traditional Religion Adherents in Osun State, Nigeria
Globally, strained relationships among people from different religious backgrounds bring diverse negative consequences, and it is a concern for many people. While literature abounds on it, few have studied it from the perspective of the lived experiences of the people. Therefore, this study adopted the phenomenology method to study strained interreligious relationships in Osun State, Nigeria. The instrument for the study was an In-depth Interview Guide, and the interviews were conducted with 30 purposively selected respondents from Iwo and Ilesa West Local Government Areas of the State. The respondents comprised 15 religious clerics and 15 laity, among whom were eight African Traditional Religion adherents, 10 Christians, and 12 Muslims. The study revealed four groups of factors that explained causes of strained interreligious relationships: individual-based, government-based, religion-based, and community-based factors. Individual-based factors include religious stereotypes and the fear of communicating with adherents of other religions. Government-based factors include blurred legal boundaries for exercising religious rights and freedom, perceived religiously-biased legislation and policies, and discriminatory behaviours of some government workers. Religion-based factors include perceived inappropriate and harmful religious practices, and community-based factors include a lack of or ineffective community associations. The paper recommends a four-dimensional approach to mitigating strained interreligious relationships in the state. Keywords Interreligious, Christians, Muslims, African Traditional Religion, Nigeria, interfaith
Inflation Crisis Management Strategies and the Performance of Hospitality Businesses in Osun State Nigeria
Hospitality businesses in Nigeria were vulnerable to an inflation crisis following the removal of the fuel subsidy, which threatened their performance. The study examines how crisis management strategies affect the performance of the hospitality entities in Osun State, Nigeria. The four strategies examined in the study were human resource strategies (HRS), maintenance, marketing (MKT), and government support. Data were obtained from 206 hospitality business operators and employees using purposive sampling. Descriptive results show that maintenance-related strategies were the most employed, followed closely by human resources, marketing, and government support. Results from the regression indicate that human resource strategies positively impact all performance dimensions including, financial, employee and customer. Maintenance equally positively influence financial and employee but not customer performance. Marketing strategies positively impacts financial and customer performance, whereas government support impacts only the customer performance. Reinforcing HR, maintenance, and marketing measures is therefore central to achieving better performance in times of inflationary crisis. Keywords Crisis, crisis management, inflation, hospitality sector, performance
Assessment of Murabaha Financing Products of Ja’iz Bank Based on Maqasid Al-shari’ah Framework
Islamic Banks offer various banking products and services with different features to meet the different needs of the customers. Yet, the Islamic banking products offered by the Islamic banks must be in line with the Shari’ah objectives (Maqasid al-Shari’ah) which are centralised on the objectives of accomplishing the development of both the spiritual and socio-economic well-being. This research was undertaking to assess the ability of Murabaha Financing Products to meet of with Maqasid al-Shari’ah in Ja’iz bank plc. The study adopted quantitative survey method and a sample of (382) respondents were selected from the population of 75088 from the four branches of customers of Jaiz bank in Kano State using a stratified sampling technique. The questionnaire was administered to the respondents through a hand-to-hand distribution method, with the assistance of trained research assistants. The respondents were accessed directly at various branches of Jaiz bank within the study area. The specific measures of the Shari’ah objectives are customer welfare promotion, transfer of property rights, and right of ownership. Descriptive statistic was applied in this research to find out if Murabaha financing products transacted in the light of Maqasid al-Shari’ah in Ja’iz Bank Plc or not. Finding from the study reveals that the major objectives of Shari’ah are addressed in the transaction of the Murabaha products. The study therefore recommended that Jaiz Bank should maintain its focus on promoting customer welfare through its Murabaha financing products and The Jaiz bank should ensure transparency in its financing practices, particularly in contract terms and profit margins. Keywords: Assessment, Murabaha, Financing, Maqasiq al-Shari’ah and Ja’iz Bank
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Media Framing and Peace Advocacy in Mainstream Coverage of the Herder-Farmer Conflicts in Nigeria
The protracted conflict between farmers and herders in Nigeria, characterised by recurring violence, displacement, and social unrest, remains a significant challenge to national cohesion. This study investigates media framing and peace advocacy in mainstream coverage of the herder-farmer conflicts in Nigeria, using the framing theory as its analytical framework. A triangulated research approach was adopted, combining content analysis of 150 online reports from three purposively selected newspapers (Punch, Daily Trust, and Vanguard) with a survey of 251 members of the Nigerian Union of Journalists in Kwara State. Data were collected using coding sheets and structured questionnaires and analysed using descriptive statistics. The findings reveal that conflict reporting is predominantly framed using panic and fear-inducing narratives, with limited emphasis on peace-oriented frames such as solution or awareness frames. Although journalists expressed awareness of the influence of framing on peacebuilding efforts, their ability to reflect this awareness in practice is constrained by institutional and structural challenges. The study concludes that while peace-promoting frames are emerging, they remain underutilised. It recommends strategic partnerships between media organisations and peacebuilding bodies to promote conflict-sensitive journalism and enhance the media's role in fostering dialogue, understanding, and reconciliation in Nigeria. Keywords Farmer-herder conflicts, Framing Theory, conflict reporting, peace advocacy, mainstream media
Achieving Sustainable Development Goals in Nigerian Listed Multinational Corporations through Sustainable Finance and Corporate Governance Practices
This study investigates how multinational corporations (MNCs) in Nigeria contribute to achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through sustainable finance and corporate governance practices. Employing a quantitative research design, secondary data from ten listed MNCs in Nigeria between 2015 and 2024 were analyzed. Panel regression models, descriptive statistics, and correlation analysis were used to test the relationship between sustainable finance, corporate governance, and SDGs. The study’s results reveal that sustainable finance positively influences investment in eco-friendly projects, while effective corporate governance fosters accountability. Executive compensation linked to sustainability metrics promotes SDG alignment. This study concludes that sustainable finance and corporate governance play critical roles in advancing SDG objectives in Nigerian MNCs. Sustainable finance practices, particularly investments in green projects, contribute to long-term environmental and economic stability. Strengthening corporate governance mechanisms including board oversight and ethical financial reporting practices is essential to fostering SDG-aligned growth. Firms’ managers should integrate digital accounting tools and align executive incentives with SDG objectives. This study provides empirical insights into how sustainable finance and corporate governance drive SDG achievement in an emerging economy, bridging knowledge gaps in Nigeria's context. Keywords Corporate governance, sustainable finance, SDGs, Nigerian multinational corporations
From Expectation to Action: The Interplay of Health Expectations, Care Quality, and Socio-demographic Moderators in Health-Seeking Behaviour of Health workers
Health-seeking behaviour among health workers is a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of healthcare systems, especially in developing nations. This study investigates the impact of health expectations and perceived health care quality on health-seeking behaviour (HSB) among Nigerian health workers. A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 108 health workers in Ibadan, Nigeria. Structural equation modelling (SEM) was used to assess the relationships between health expectations and health-seeking behaviour (HSB). Health expectations positively predicted perceived health care quality (β = 0.410, p < .001) and HSB (β = 0.268, p = .003). Perceived care quality strongly influenced HSB (β = 0.652, p < .001) and mediated the relationship between health expectations and HSB (β = 0.267, p < .001). Age moderated the effect of health expectations on HSB (β = 0.366, p = .003), indicating a stronger association among older health workers. Ethnicity moderated the relationship between care quality and HSB (β = 0.211, p = .038), while marital status moderated the link between health expectations and HSB (β = -0.320, p < .001). The model demonstrated acceptable fit indices: SRMR = 0.072, NFI = 0.915, and Rms theta = 0.102, indicating a good fit between the hypothesized model and the observed data. The findings underscore the significant roles of health expectations and perceived care quality in shaping HSB among health workers, with socio-demographic factors influencing these dynamics. Tailored interventions that enhance care quality and consider individual expectations and demographic contexts are essential to promote proactive health-seeking behaviours within the health workforce. Keywords Health expectations, care quality, socio-demographic factors, health-seeking behaviour, health workers
Exploring the Concept, Implications, and Business Potential of Halal Products and Services
The interest in the halal industry has witnessed a surge in recent times, with practitioners, including entrepreneurs, academics, and policymakers, now exploring halal markets for economic expansion. This development has triggered a new trend in Islamic economic scholarship with massive studies on the halal sector. Given the above, there is a growing need to elucidate the concept, principles, and market opportunities in the halal sector to enhance stakeholders' understanding of the sector. There is a dearth of studies in this area of knowledge, particularly innovative services in the halal sector. This paper, therefore, attempts to explain the concept, principles, and market opportunities in the halal sector to establish the implications on entrepreneurship and business growth. Through a qualitative approach, the paper uses secondary data sourced from peer-reviewed journals to explain products and innovative services in the halal market. The article identifies key factors driving consumer preferences and presents strategic recommendations for businesses seeking to enter or enhance their presence in the halal market. Ultimately, this research aims to provide valuable insights into the burgeoning halal economy and its significance for both local and international markets. Keywords Halal products, entrepreneurship, Islamic economics, innovative services, Shari’ah
Brand Appeal and Marketing Performance of Instant Noodles Products in Osun State, Nigeria
The modern consumer goods market has grown to be highly competitive; brand appeal plays a pivotal role in shaping consumer choice and driving product success. This study investigates the influence of brand appeal on the marketing performance of instant noodles products in Osun State, Nigeria. Using a survey design, data were collected from 418 consumers across the state. The study examined three key brand elements: brand name, brand packaging, and brand association. Findings indicate that all three variables are statistically significant and positively affect customer patronage. The model’s R² value of 0.598 suggests that approximately 60% of the variation in customer patronage can be explained by these brand elements combined, reflecting a high explanatory power. Additionally, the F-statistic of 24.380 confirms the overall model’s statistical significance. The study underscores that while all elements are influential, packaging design and quality should be prioritized, followed by consistent advertising and brand image management. Based on the findings, it is recommended that manufacturers enhance their branding strategies by investing in distinctive brand names and engaging packaging that clearly communicates product value. Strengthening brand associations can further boost consumer loyalty and sustain market competitiveness. Keywords Brand appeal, marketing performance, Instant Noodles, brand packaging, brand association
The Role of the Youth in Shaping Ethnic and Religious Identity and Political Governance in Nigeria between 2000 – 2020
Nigeria’s rapidly expanding population has led to a substantial increase in its youth demographic, with individuals aged 15–35 accounting for over 30% of the total populace. This significant proportion positions youths as key actors in the country’s political, social, and economic spheres. Ideally, such a youthful population should translate into a productive and innovative workforce capable of driving sustainable development. However, Nigeria remains plagued by persistent poverty, a disengaged labor force, and socioeconomic stagnation. The growing discontent and agitation among Nigerian youths reflect these systemic issues. In light of these challenges, this study explores the intersection of political governance and ethnic and religious identity, with particular focus on how these factors influence youth political participation. It investigates the socio-political dynamics shaping youth engagement in Nigeria, chronicles historical patterns of youth involvement in governance, identifies obstacles impeding their active participation, and proposes actionable strategies to address these gaps. The study adopts a historical research methodology, utilising oral interviews and the analysis of relevant literature and archival materials. Findings reveal that the marginalisation of youths in Nigeria’s sociopolitical processes has significantly hindered national progress. Based on these insights, the paper advocates for the establishment of youth-centered policies and the deliberate integration of young people into the nation’s political framework as a pathway to sustainable national development. Keywords: Youth participation, political governance, ethnic identity, religious identity, national development, Nigeria
Narrowing Gaps in Islamic Propagation: NASFAT's Educational and Socioeconomic Strategies
The objective of this paper is to highlight the efforts that NASFAT has made in the promotion of Islamic religious knowledge through da’wah training sessions, the dissemination of Islamic messages, and the establishment of agencies for socioeconomic impacts in the last four years, mostly in Nigeria and some other countries of the world. The paper uses a qualitative case study approach, employing data from da’wah training records, relevant literature, and the websites and social media handles of the society and its agencies. The result reveals the society’s impacts on Islamic religious propagation, as evidenced by the significant number of participants from both within and outside the society, who have participated in the society’s various training programmes. They have had access to authentic Islamic teachings and exposure to steps in da’wah and dialogue that help correct misconceptions about Islam and its teachings. It has trained 5665 participants in da’wah, Islam and dialogue from 2012 to date, sourced from personal interview with the author. Beyond religious education, the impacts are also evident in economic empowerment and job creation through various socio-economic activities. The paper espouses how religion is used to engender socioeconomic development and promote religious teaching that fosters peaceful co-existence, while recommending further studies on similar initiatives by other Islamic organisations. Keywords NASFAT, Islamic propagation, educational, socioeconomic strategies
Political Communication and Propaganda: Impacts on National Interest and Security
Political communication and propaganda have become increasingly complex, playing crucial roles in shaping political processes. While effective communication strategies are vital for success in political endeavours, inadequate communication strategies can lead to crises detrimental to national interests and security. This paper examines the relationship between political communication, propaganda and their impacts on national interest and security with specific focus on Nigeria. A theoretical study, the paper examines the ways in which both the mainstream media and the new media are influencing political dynamics. The study employs Agenda-Setting Theory to analyse the persuasive and manipulative potential of political communication and propaganda. It argues that while these tools are instrumental in garnering public supports, they can also be exploited to destabilise national security and undermine democratic governance. By investigating how political communication and propaganda affect Nigeria’s national interest, the paper sheds light on the potential dangers these practices pose to good governance. It underscores the critical role of the mass media in promoting national peace by providing accurate information, ensuring transparency and most importantly, enabling informed decision-making, free from manipulation. The paper concludes by emphasising the need for responsible communication to safeguard national security and uphold democratic values. Keywords Political communication, propaganda, national security, agenda-setting, national interest
An Assessment of Moral and Ethical Challenges in Modern Private Arabic Schools in Southwest Nigeria
This study focuses on the critical examination of the recent moral and ethical challenge in modern private Arabic schools in Southwest Nigeria. Moral decadence in Nigeria has been a matter of concern in all sectors of the society, which has resulted in the deterioration of societal norms and values. It is worrisome in recent time in Southwest Nigeria to note that the modern Arabic schools that are supposed to be moral and academic oriented based have been associated with social vices. Students are currently involved in various acts of immorality that contradict the Qur’anic teachings. A descriptive research design was adopted with the use of a quantitative approach. Library materials and structured questionnaire was used to collect data from respondents and Likert scale was used for data analysis. A total number of fifty (50) Mu’alim (teachers) were drawn from the various Arabic schools. The study revealed that there are many forms of decadence among modern Arabic schools in Southwest Nigeria, the causes of the decadence were revealed as well as the possible strategies for restoring the problem. The study concluded with a set of recommendations and suggestions to ameliorate the impunity in the school’s system, among others, that parents and Ustadh/teachers should be encouraged to take an active role in their students’ lives and provide guidance and support in their moral development. It is further recommended that teachers should always undergo regular professional training and workshops to enhance their knowledge and skills in impacting knowledge to students. Keywords Ethics, moral, immorality, teacher, modern Arabic School, Southwest
Human Empowerment: A Case Study of Tijāniyyah Grassroots Mobilization and Empowerment Initiative of Nigeria (TIGMEIN) Osun State, Nigeria
Tijāniyyah is one of the groups in Sūfi Islamic order. Sufism or Tasawwuf, has its root in the early days of Islam, i.e., it is as old as Islam, but its transformation as a distinct movement occurred over time. Tijāniyyah Sufi order was founded by Ahmad al-Tijani (1735-1815). The name Tijaniyyah is derived from his name “Al-Tijani”, which refers to his birthplace, Tijani, a small village in Algeria. The order came to Nigeria at a very early stage, perhaps during the lifetime of its founder. The order has faced criticism and controversy from some scholars and groups, who accuse it of introducing innovations (bid’ah) in Islam. This paper aims to unveil its contributions and how its empowerment programme benefited the people of Osun State. It also unearths the roles and activities of the Tijāniyyah Grassroots Mobilization and Empowerment Initiative of Nigeria (TIGMEIN), Osun State. The research used analytical method as well as survey method to achieve its set objectives. Findings from the study show that the group (TIGMEIN) under the umbrella of the Osun State Tijāniyyah Sūfi order has organised different trainings across all local government areas of Osun State to secure jobs for teeming unemployed youth and alleviate poverty in the State. The work therefore recommends that members of the group put in more effort to sustain the programme and that government, as well as other organisations in the State and Nigeria at large, should also assist the programme.
Political Institutions and Governance: An Arabo-Islamic Perspective
Societies need political institutions with governance structures to achieve stability and ensure justice for societal progress. The research analysed Arab-Islamic political institutions and governance through Islamic principles drawn from teachings and Arab political traditions to resolve modern structural conflicts with their original political ideals in Islamic law and Arab historical contexts, especially within Muslim-majority states struggling with governance breakdowns. Textual analysis of Islamic primary resources composed of the Qur'an and Hadith together with traditional Islamic legal and political concepts formed the research method. The study examined historical governance during the time of Rightly Guided Caliphs together with modern political systems. Islamic governance requires three fundamental elements which include Shūrah for consultation and 'Adl for justice together with accountability for governance. The Quranic verse Q3:159 says "And consult them in all affairs" which shows how participatory governance matters and how the Shūrah concept matches democratic principles. The early Caliphates showed an example of transparent ethical leadership which remains relevant today for dealing with modern governance issues. Modern political systems can improve their operations by implementing the Arab-Islamic principles of multilateral input and moral leadership establishment according to the research findings. Shūrah as an inclusive governance system needs improvement together with increased leader accountability and adoption of Islamic ethical values for public institution corruption reduction and political institution trust enhancement. The structure offers a foundation for cultural governance transformation in Muslim-majority governance systems. Keywords Arab-Islamic perspective, concept of Shūrah, governance, political institutions, Qur'an and Hadith
Migrant Identity in the Age of Artificial Intelligence: Technology, Surveillance, and Belonging
As artificial intelligence (AI) and digital surveillance technologies reshape governance systems worldwide, their impact on migration extends beyond efficiency and security to the very core of migrant identity and belonging. This conceptual paper critically examines how AI, biometric systems, and predictive analytics influence migrants’ access to rights, cultural negotiation, and social inclusion. Grounded in Technological Determinism Theory, the study employs a thematic synthesis of peer-reviewed literature, policy reports, and migration data published between 2010 and 2025. Findings reveal that migrant identity is shaped by the interplay of legal recognition, cultural belonging, and technological mediation. While AI-driven systems streamline migration processes in developed economies, they often reproduce biases, heighten surveillance, and restrict agency. In contrast, uneven adoption in emerging economies, particularly in Africa, creates hybrid governance spaces where migrants navigate both formal and informal systems. Across regions, migrants actively negotiate identity through community networks, cultural hybridity, and resistance to digital profiling, demonstrating agency in the face of technological constraints. The study concludes that AI is not a neutral tool but a powerful determinant of how migrants are categorized, included, or excluded in contemporary societies. It recommends that migration governance balance technological efficiency with ethical safeguards, robust data protections, and inclusive policies that uphold migrants’ rights and sense of belonging. Keywords: Artificial intelligence, migrant identity, digital surveillance, technological determinism, migration governance, Africa
Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a Double-Edged Sword: Its Impacts on Religion from Islamic Perspectives
Introducing Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools, particularly ChatGPT, into various facets of human life, including religion, has brought both benefits and challenges. This paper aims to highlight the impacts of AI, specifically ChatGPT, on religion by employing a qualitative content analysis using a directed deductive method based on a newspaper report (attached as an appendix) submitted by the author to The Guardian newspaper. The paper outlines the significant positive contributions of ChatGPT to religious scholarship while addressing its drawbacks, such as diminishing face-to-face interactions, misquotations of scripture, and documented cases where ChatGPT has allegedly encouraged users toward harmful actions, including murder. Additionally, the paper discusses how NASFAT is guiding its members on the responsible use of ChatGPT through webinars featuring clear explanations from religious studies and ICT experts. Finally, the paper recommends promoting AI literacy among adherents of various religions. Keywords ChatGpt, religion, impacts, NASFAT, double-edged-sword
Quasi-Experimental Analysis of Digital Media Campaigns Influencing Maternal Health-Seeking Behaviours in Rural South-Western Nigeria
This study examined the influence of digital media campaigns on maternal health-seeking behaviours among women in rural South-Western Nigeria. Guided by the Uses and Gratification theory, the research explored how exposure to maternal health messages disseminated through WhatsApp, Facebook, and SMS shaped antenatal care attendance, facility-based delivery, and skilled birth uptake. Using a quasi-experimental design, 400 pregnant women and nursing mothers from six rural communities were sampled through multistage procedures. The findings revealed significant improvements in maternal health-seeking behaviours among women exposed to the campaign compared with those unexposed. Antenatal attendance, facility delivery, and skilled birth utilisation increased substantially after the 12-week intervention. The influence of digital media exposure was moderated by digital literacy, education level, and preference for voice and video-based formats over text. Despite these gains, digital exclusion and low literacy remained critical barriers to equitable participation. The study concludes that locally adapted digital campaigns, when combined with community health worker support, can effectively enhance maternal health-seeking behaviour in underserved communities. It recommends integrating multimedia health messaging in local languages and strengthening digital literacy among rural women to sustain improved maternal health outcomes. Keywords Maternal health behaviour, digital campaigns, digital literacy, rural communities
Physician and Patients Relationship in Contemporary Times (Orthodox and Non-Orthodox): Highlighting the Consequential Outcomes
Understanding the dynamics and outcomes of physician and patient’s relationship require a comprehensive review and synthesis of existing literature on the doctor-patient, nurse-patient, and pharmacist-patient relationships, including non-orthodox practices. This engagement analysed various interaction models and outcomes, referencing key studies and theoretical perspectives such as Talcott Parsons' functionalist view and Thomas, Szasz, and Hollender's therapeutic relationship situations. The main findings highlight that effective healthcare outcomes rely on the quality of relationships between patients and various healthcare providers. Socio-cultural compatibility, clear communication, and mutual trust significantly enhance these relationships, leading to better patient adherence, satisfaction, and overall health outcomes, particularly in diverse and socio-economically varied contexts like Nigeria. Therefore, the decision to use a health care facility when ill depends on a number of factors, including the perceived friendliness of the physician's demeanour, the efficiency and effectiveness of the services being provided, and how well-suited the therapeutic intervention is to the social status of users/health consumers government policies as important, necessary and inevitable even when such policies bring hardship on the masses.
Effect Of Leadership Style On Worker’s Performance In Nigeria’s Organisations
In today’s competitive business environment, organisations expand globally and face lots of challenges to meet their objectives and choose to be more successful than others. Leaders play significant role in the accomplishment of these goals and boost employees’ performance with attractive and industry-competitive reward system. This paper relies on secondary data for sourcing information and adopts content analysis for analysing its arguments. It also adopts transformational leadership theory. The paper finds that there is a nexus between leadership style and workers’ performance. It also reveals that human resources management strategy has a significant effect on leadership style. It draws a line of correlation between the performance of the JAMB Registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, and former Chairman of INEC, Prof. Attahiru Jega’s leadership styles, their reward or compensation structure, and the agencies’ service delivery as well. The paper concludes that effective leadership style is one of the sure ways of improving workers’ performance and, as such, should be taken seriously at all levels of management.
Owner of Largest Pocket wears the Crown: Construction of Money Politics and its Regulation in Nigeria
Nigeria is acknowledged to have an outwardly ambitious and comprehensive political party finance regulatory framework. Evidence in the recent past however points to the ineffectiveness of these elaborate regulatory regimes. This study seeks to offer explanation for the apparent failure of the existing regulatory instruments of party financing to produce intended outcomes. Anchored on the assumptions of the stakeholder theory and using a qualitative research design, the study finds that a number of factors conspire to compromise the regulatory system. In conclusion, the paper proposes some measures that are capable of strengthening the regulatory framework for enhanced effectiveness.
Nigerian Female Filmmakers’ Representation of Men in Nollywood Films
This paper examines how contemporary female auteurs in Nollywood are challenging traditional portrayals of women, reconstructing their persona in ways that defy patriarchal norms and reflect more complex, multifaceted identities. Historically, Nollywood films have often depicted women through stereotypical roles—such as submissive wives, femme fatales, or caregivers—reinforcing societal expectations of gender. However, a new generation of women filmmakers are re-narrativising these conjectures, presenting women as empowered, independent, and capable of navigating societal, economic, and political landscapes on their own terms. Five films written, produced, and directed by prominent Nigerian female auteurs were purposively selected based on their thematic relevance. They are: Omoni Oboli's (2016) Wives on Strike, Kemi Adetiba's (2018) King of Boys, Funke Akindele's (2019) and Your Excellency (2020) Omo Ghetto the Saga, and Biodun Stephen's (2017) Tiwa's Baggage. Findings show that these auteurs deconstructed patriarchal tropes and portrayed women in a diverse range of empowered roles in ways that resonate with contemporary Western feminist movements and they reflect the evolving status of Nigerian women. However, very little attention is paid to creating identities for male characters in a way does not conform to traditional expectations or disruption of patriarchal frame. Key words: Female persona, Female auteurs, Nollywood films, Gender misrepresentation, Patriarchal frame
Interplay of Digital Media and Democracy: An Analysis of Politics of Twitter Ban in Nigeria
This paper investigates the positions of state and non-state actors during the ban of Twitter by the Nigerian government between June 4, 2021 and January 13, 2022. It answers questions about whether non-state actors resisted the ban due to Twitter's contributions to democratic, civic space, and economic growth, and whether state actors considered the medium a threat to the country's unity and sovereignty with supportive evidence. Conflict theory and the Advocacy Coalition Framework are used as theoretical and analytical frameworks to explore the different beliefs and interests of the actors involved. The study found that the ban generated a series of reactions from these actors, leading to the development of three forms of narratives from the policy and advocacy coalition beliefs. The study concludes that examining the views of state and non-state actors during the ban period provides insights into the different interests, beliefs, and values that shape policy conflicts. Keywords: Conflict, Democracy, Twitter, Nigeria, Policy Actors
Corruption, Governance Failure and the Proliferation of Kidnapping in Nigeria
Nigeria, as the largest economy in Africa, grapples with systemic corruption and governance failure, providing fertile ground for criminal activities like kidnapping for ransom. This study examines the nexus between corruption, governance failure, and the surge in kidnapping, employing a qualitative research method. Using crime data extracted from media reports, trends and patterns of ransom kidnappings are analyzed. The findings reveal a notable increase in the commercialization of kidnapping spurred by various socio-economic and political factors including poverty, unemployment, poor security architecture, lax law enforcement, and corruption. This proliferation of ransom kidnappings exacerbates insecurity, posing threats to personal safety and economic stability. The study advocates for holistic reforms to combat corruption and enhance good governance in Nigeria. Strategies recommended among others include the overhauling of the nations’ security architecture, bolstering of law enforcement, transparency and accountability in governance, engagement of traditional rulers in governance and collaboration between governmental bodies and civil societies.
Restoring Public Confidence in Financial Reporting Landscape: A Comprehensive Analysis of Accounting Ethics and Governance Integrity in Nigeria
Abstract: The integrity of financial reports is fundamental to economic stability and investor confidence. This paper investigates the significant roles of accounting ethics and governance integrity in restoring public confidence in financial reporting in Nigeria. A quantitative research approach was employed, utilizing a questionnaire for data collection. Descriptive analysis was used to interpret the data. The research found that the majority of respondents believe that accounting ethics and governance integrity can restore public confidence in financial reporting in Nigeria. The study also identified significant roles and challenges facing the implementation of accounting ethics, including pressures to manipulate financial data, and obstacles to applying governance mechanisms to restore public trust in financial reporting in Nigeria. The paper concludes by advocating for the adoption of accounting ethics and governance integrity as indispensable tools for rebuilding confidence in the financial reporting landscape in Nigeria. It recommends prioritizing the protection of whistleblowers and underscores the importance of fostering a culture of integrity, transparency, and accountability to promote investor confidence, good governance, and economic growth in Nigeria. Keywords: Accounting ethics, governance integrity, restoring public confidence, financial reporting landscape, Nigeria.
The Influence of Family Structure on the Social Development of Children in Nigerian Families: A Management Perspective
This study examines the influence of family structure on the social development of children within Nigerian families from a Management Perspective. The study's objectives are to identify the social issues arising from various family structures and to understand how family dynamics affect the social outcomes of children, which is also in line with research questions and research hypotheses. Descriptive survey research design is adopted., primary data was collected using structured questionnaires aligned with the study's objectives. The questionnaire contained closed-ended questions organized into sections addressing specific variables. Regression analysis utilizing the SPSS Package was employed for data analysis. The findings from the study reveal that family structure in Nigeria significantly influences social problems in Nigerian families (R2 = 0.234, p < 0.05). The study also reveals that family structure significantly influences the social outcome of children in Nigerian families (R2 = 0.465, p < 0.05). The study concludes that addressing social problems and social outcomes of children in Nigeria necessitates acknowledging the influence of family structure. Therefore, the study recommends that the Nigerian government should work towards improving the well-being of its citizens by mitigating the negative effects of social problems associated with family dynamics, implementing interventions to accommodate diverse family structures, and recognizing the importance of family dynamics in targeting policymakers, social workers, educators, and societal organizations.
Politics of Financial Clientelism in Developing Democracies: Insights from Kwara State, Nigeria
Abstract Political clientelism, locally known as godfatherism has been a recurring issue in the democratic practice of developing countries. It has become a key feature of Nigeria’s democratic practice and has been adjudged by several literature as a bane towards good governance. The work focuses on the effects of godfatherism as well as the perceptions of the citizens of Kwara State, a State which has had a long history of acts of godfatherism in Nigeria and one which the citizens in the 2019 General elections denied the wishes of the godfathers with their votes. The study was conducted using a descriptive survey method, using questionnaire as a means of data collection from 385 Krejcie and Morgan samples in the state. The data was analysed using a regression model. The study found significant impact of godfatherism on governance in Kwara State and recommends the need to curb godfatherism for improved democratic practice. Keywords Godfatherism, politics, democracy, governance, Kwara State, Nigeria
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