Editorial Objectives

The AEFUNAI Journal of Economics, Finance and Development Studies (AEFUNAIJEFDS) is
committed to advancing scholarly research by providing a reputable platform for academics, researchers, and practitioners to publish original, peer-reviewed work in economics, finance, and development. Through rigorous editorial standards and a double-blind review process, the journal ensures its publications' integrity, relevance, and quality. It seeks to promote interdisciplinary dialogue and foster intellectual exchange that bridges theory and practice, while encouraging contributions from emerging scholars and postgraduate researchers. By adhering to ethical research practices and the APA 6th edition documentation style, the journal maintains a high standard of academic excellence.

Editorial Board

Editor-in-Chief

Dr. Anuli Regina Ogbuagu (Reader)
Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu Alike, Ebonyi State

Managing Editor

Dr. Lasbrey Anochiwa (Reader)
Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu Alike, Ebonyi State

Editors

Prof. Christopher Kalu
Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka

Prof. Christy Igberi
Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu Alike, Ebonyi State

Dr. Basil Chukwu
Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu Alike, Ebonyi State

Dr. Ojide Makoachukwu
Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu Alike, Ebonyi State

Dr. Nelson Nkwor
Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu Alike, Ebonyi State

Advisory Editorial Board Committee

Prof. F. O. Ozo
Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu Alike, Ebonyi State

Prof. P. C. Omoke
Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu Alike, Ebonyi State

Prof. K. E. Uma
Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu Alike, Ebonyi State

Prof. K. O. Onwuka
Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu Alike, Ebonyi State

Prof. U. I. Uwazie
Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Abia State

Prof. U. C. Nwogwugwu
Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka

Prof. D. B. Ewubare
Rivers State University, Port Harcourt

Dr. T. F. Agbanike
Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu Alike, Ebonyi State

Dr. M. O. Enyoghasim
Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu Alike, Ebonyi State

Review Editors

Dr. R. O. Ojike
Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu Alike, Ebonyi State

Dr. I. O. Ogbonnaya
Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu Alike, Ebonyi State

Dr. M. Ikpe
Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu Alike, Ebonyi State

Dr. K. Ahamba
Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu Alike, Ebonyi State

Dr. G. E. Nzeribe
Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka

Dr. C. Nwani
Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu Alike, Ebonyi State

Dr. C. Emenkwe
Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu Alike, Ebonyi State

Mr. Precious Ohalete
Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu Alike, Ebonyi State

Mr. Mathew Enyinnaya
Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu Alike, Ebonyi State

Mr. OĨa Nkama
Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu Alike, Ebonyi State

Editorial Board of Networks

Dr. Bassey Anam
University of Calabar, Calabar

Prof. Ebele Ifionu
University of Port Harcourt

Prof. Maryam Abdu
Kaduna State University

Prof. G. Ihuoma
Center for Gender and ConĚict Studies UNIPORT

Prof. Judipat Obiora
University of Port Harcourt

Journal Articles

Evaluating the Impact of the Ebonyi State Health Insurance Scheme on Healthcare Access, Outcomes, and Financial Protection

¹Ohalete Cynthia Chekwube & ²Ohalete Precious Ifeanyi

^1&2Department of Economics and Development Studies, Alex Ekwueme Federal University of Ndufu Alike Ebonyi State, Nigeria

The Impact of Financial Development on Nigeria's Social Welfare and Inequality

¹Ihugba, Okezie A., ²Akobundu, Precious, C., & ³Ndukwe-Ani, Pamela A.

^1,2&3Department of Economics, Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri

Population Compartments and Food Security in Nigeria

¹Onyinye Ifeoma Ochuba & ²Ebikabowei Biedomo Aduku

^1&2Department of Economics, University of Africa, Toru orua, Bayelsa State, Nigeria

Macroeconomic Performance and Stock Market Depth in Nigeria: A Non-Linear Analysis

¹Eze Ikechukwu Okereke, ²Kalu Uma, ³Ogbuagu Anuli Regina, & ⁴IkworOgbonnaya

^1,2,3&4Department of Economics and Development Studies, Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu Alike, Ebonyi State, Nigeria

Renewable Energy Adoption in Nigeria: Barriers to Implementation and Opportunities for Growth

¹Johnson Nchege E., ²Michael Oguwuike Enyoghasim & ³Ogbonna Nkemdirim Jennifer

¹Department of Economics, University of Nigeria, Nsukka
^2&3Department of Economics and Development Studies, Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State

Security Threats and Agricultural Productivity: Farmers' and Community Leaders' Views on Kidnapping and Banditry in Zamfara State, Nigeria

¹Abdullahi Yusuf, ²Mansur Abdullahi, & ³M.M. Abdullahi

^1,2&3Department of Economics Zamfara State University Talata Mafara Federal University Gusau, Nigeria, Federal University Gusau, Nigeria

Asymmetric Effects of Non-Oil Tax Revenue on Economic Growth in Nigeria

¹Agbo Cyril Uchenna, ²Kalu Uma, ³Ogbuagu Anuli Regina & ⁴Eze Ikechukwu Okereke

^1,2,3&4Department of Economics and Development Studies, Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu Alike, Ebonyi State, Nigeria

Impact of Microfinance Credit on Agricultural Productivity in Nigeria

¹Chibunna Onyebuchi Onwubiko & ²Roseline Chinasa Agbaraevoh

^1&2Department of Accounting, Faculty of Economics and Management Sciences, Abia State University, Uturu, Nigeria

Macroeconomic Determinants of Economic Recession in Nigeria

¹Edeh, Chukwudi Emmanuel, ²Edeh, Charity Nonyelum, & ³Ibrahim, Joel Michael

^1,2&3Department of Economics, Enugu State University of Science and Technology Agbani

Analysis of the Impact of Health Expenditures on Per Capita Income in Nigeria

¹Aigbedion I. Marvelous, ²Joshua-Gyang, Emily, & ³Ataboh, Adah Noah

^1,2&3Department of Economics, Bingham University Karu

The Role of the Financial Sector in Fostering Sustainable Blue Economy

¹Nyerhovwo Kingsley Erakpotobor & ²Peter Akpoyomare Ekurume

¹Department of Economics, University of Delta, Agbor, Delta State
²Programmes Department, Delta Broadcasting Service, Edjeba, Delta State

Macroeconomic Determinants and Underground Economy in Nigeria: A Currency Demand Approach

¹Agbaraevoh, Roseline Chinasa, ²Achara Larry Ogochukwu & ¹³Ndukwe- Tochi Chosen

¹Department of Accounting, Abia State University, Uturu
²Department of Management, Abia State University, Uturu
³Department of Marketing, Abia State University, Uturu

Impact of Public Debt on Economic Growth in Nigeria: A Disaggregated Analysis

¹Blessing Nancy Udenta, ²Irene Ukamaka Nwiboko & ³Atuma Emeka

^1&2Department of Economics and Development Studies, Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State, Nigeria
³Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki

Empirical Assessment of Unemployment and Economic Growth: Evidence from Sub-Saharan Africa

¹Irene Ukamaka Nwiboko & ²Blessing Nancy Udenta

^1&2Department of Economics and Development Studies, Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State, Nigeria

Impact of Foreign Direct Investment on Price Stability in SSA Countries

¹Wilfred Ositaufere, ²Ekpendu Ezechimere Justice & ³Nwoba Amos Jeremiah

^1&3Department of Economics, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
²Clifford University, Owerinta, Abia State

Transformational Leadership and Organizational Citizenship Behaviour of Deposit Money Banks in Rivers State

¹Linus Adama, ²Nicholas Achelike, ³Akwaeze Emeka Alex, ⁴Chinedu Michael O., ⁵Gladys Onah O., ⁶Ozor Kelechukwu C. & ⁷Effiong Francis

^{1,2,3,4,5,6&7}Department of Business Administration, Faculty of Management Sciences, Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu Alike, Ebonyi state Nigeria

The Role of External Finance in Promoting Economic Growth Under Corruption: Evidence from Sub-Saharan Africa

¹Amos, Edidiong Okon, ²Chukwu, Chinyere Grace, & ³Asukwo Victoria Nse

^1&2Department of Economics and Development Studies, Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State, Nigeria.
³Department of Agricultural Economics, Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State, Nigeria.

Entrepreneurial Economics: A Systematic Review of an Emerging Field of Study in Nigeria

¹Imide, Israel O. & ²Chukwuka, Ernest Jebolise

¹Department of Economics,
²Department of Entrepreneurship and Business Innovation University of Delta, Agbor, Delta State

Digital Financial Inclusion and its Macroeconomic Effects on Consumption in Nigeria

¹Nyeche, Ezebunwo, ²Wokekoro, Ozulem Elvis & ³Ogbodo, Chukwuma Ogbonna

^1&2Department of Economics, Faculty of Social Sciences, Rivers State University, Nkpolu-Oroworukwo, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria.
³Department of Economics, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Port Harcourt, Choba, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria

The Relationship Between Financial Inclusion and Health Outcomes: Evidence from Nigeria

¹Onwuka Cletus Offor, ²Chibueze Aniebo, & ³Udenta Blessing

^1,2&3Department of Economics and Development Studies, Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu Alike, Ebonyi State, Nigeria

Impact of Bank Credit and Economic Recession on Manufacturing Sector Output

¹Edeh, Chukwudi Emmanuel, ²Agbafor, Michael Ogbonna & ³Okere, Anselm Ejinwa

¹Department of Economics, Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu
²Department of Economics, Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki.
³Department of Economics, FCT College of Education School of Arts and Social Sciences, Zuba Abuja

Editorial Objectives

Contemporary issues in the practice of public administration and management are central to issues published in the International Journal of Strategic Research in Public Administration and Organizational Process. The Journal accepts Theoretical, Empirical and Position/Opinion papers. Issues must be contemporary and evidence-based. IJSRPAOP is widely indexed and operates the open access principals of research publication.

Editorial Contact

Professor Chukwuemeka Jude Diji
Research, Innovations, Consultancy & Extension
Kampala International University, Uganda
International Scientific Research Consortium

Editorial and Advisory Board

Professor Chukwuemeka Jude Diji
Deputy Vice Chancellor (Research, Innovations, Consultancy and Extension)
Kampala International University, Uganda

Dr. Babajide Veronica Folasade T.
Faculty of Education
University of Lagos, Akoka-NG

Professor Fatile Jacob
Department of Public Administration
Lagos State University, Nigeria

Professor Kevin Chas
Department of Sociology and Social Policy
Lingnan University, Hon Kong

Professor Arugu O. Love
Department of Political Science and Strategic Studies
Federal University, Otuoke, NG

Dr. Rose N. Nwankwo
Department of Public Administration
Federal Polytechnic, Oko Anambra State

Journal Articles

Public Servants, Fear of Disengagement and Retirement in Nigeria: A Study of Public Servants in Bayelsa State

Nein, Godknows
Department of Industrial Relations and Personnel Management, Faculty of Social and Management Sciences University of Africa, Toru-Orua, Sagbama, Bayelsa State

Climate Change and Forced Displacement: Analysing Policy Responses to Climate-Induced Refugees in SubSaharan Africa

¹Agum Charles & ²Wilson Anjola Daniel

^1&2Department of Economics,Federal University of Lafia, Nasarawa State, Nigeria.

Pennsylvania Game Commission's Public Management of the PA Common Pool Resource White-Tailed Deer Herd

Matthew Frankel
West Chester University, Pennsylvania

Private Investment and Industrial Growth in West Africa

¹Adeyemi Paul Adeniyi, ²Akinbiola Folorunso Victor & ³Jolaiya Damilola Olakunle

^1,2&3Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria

Accessibility to Social Services and Human Capital for Sustainable Development Goals SDGs Attainment in Nigeria: A Statistical Review

Mustapha Yusuf Kabara
Department of Economics and Development Studies, Federal University of Kashere, Gombe

Do Debts-Revenue Dynamics Granger-Cause Economic Development in West Africa? A Comparative Analysis of Nigeria and Ghana Scenarios

¹Peter Chika Uzomba, ²Kingsley Raphael Ajuzie, ³Nnaemeka Ole Ukweni & ⁴Titus Chinweuba Eze

^1,2,3&4Department of Economics, Federal University Lokoja, Nigeria
¹Researcher on Diplomatic Mission, Department of Economics and Development Studies,Islamic University in Uganda

Evaluation of Toxicity Potentials of Jatropha (Jatropha Curcas L.) Seed Powder on Adult Emergence, Mortality and Oviposition of Callosobruchus Subinnotatus on Bambara Groundnut in Mubi, Nigeria

¹Oaya, C. S. & ²Yahaya, L.

^1&2Department of Crop Science, Adamawa State University, P. M. B. 25, Mubi, Adamawa State-Nigeria

Smart Work-Hard Work; A Choice on Work Efficiency Among Academic Staff in Federal University Otuoke, Nigeria

¹Zibokifi Racheal Ghandi Olumani, ²Bribebe Akpobere Smile & ³Michael-Olomu Oyintonyo

^1,2&3Department of Sociology and Anthropology, Faculty of Social Sciences,Federal University Otuoke, Bayelsa State, Nigeria

Good Governance, Institutions and Capacity Building: Drivers of Economic Growth in Nigeria

Zulaihatu A. Zubair
Department of Economics, National Open University, Abuja

Boko Haram Insurgency and the Nigerian State: Exploring the Challenges and Harnessing the Potentials of Negotiation

¹Usman Haruna, ²Anointing Martin & ³Nse Etim Akpan

^1,2&3Department of Political Science Federal University Wukari, Taraba State, Nigeria

Evidence-Based Policy and Misinformation: Exploring the Public's Processing of Information

Amy E. Hann
West Chester University of Pennsylvania

Transportation and Economic Growth in Nigeria: An Assessment of Road and Rail Post Courier Services (1986 – 2024)

¹Musa Odiba Sarah, ²Aiyedogbon O. John, & ³Ogwuche D. David

^1,2&3Department of Economics, Bingham University Karu, Nasarawa State

Factors Determining Increase in the Rate of Accidents Among Commercial Motorcyclists in Nasarawa State, Nigeria

¹Aderinto, John Adegoke & ²Daniel Leku Ishaya

¹Department of Sociology,Faculty of Social Sciences, Federal University, Lokoja, Kogi State, Nigeria.
²Department of Sociology, Faculty of Social Sciences, Nasarawa State University, Keffi, Nasarawa State, Nigeria

Perception Survey on Student Loans Scheme Policy Implementation on Educational Development in Nasarawa State Nigeria

¹Kenneth Ukeagu, ²Abimiku John, ³Bawa Basil & ⁴Namo, Charity Bako

^1,2,3&4Department of Public Administration, Faculty of Administration Nasarawa State University, Keffi. Nasarawa State, Nigeria.

Women in Agriculture: Overcoming Barriers to Accessing Finance and Market in Wamba Local Government Area, Nasarawa State

¹Yiga Sadi Helen, ²Daniel Leku Ishaya & ³Abdullahi Memunatu

^1,2&3Department of Sociology Faculty of Social Sciences, Nasarawa State University, Keffi

Child Rearing Practices and Child Neglect in Calabar South Local Government Area of Cross River State

Eyo, Emmanuel Paul
Department of Sociology,University of Calabar, Calabar

Interest Rate Regulation, Credit Creation and Economic Growth of Nigeria

¹Tswenji Andokari, ²Odzie Timothy, ³Amaechi Product T. & ⁴Emmanuel Eche

^1,2,3&4Department of Economics, Federal University Wukari

Editorial Objectives

The International Journal of Strategic Research in Education, Technology and Humanities (IJSRETH) aims to publish research findings in the broad fields of Education, Technology, Management, Arts and Humanities. The journal's core aim is to facilitate the researcher's scholarship to share their findings with the rest of the world so that informed decisions can be taken to improve the educational system, enhance technological development and adaptation and evolve novel ideas in arts, law and humanities. IJSRETH follows rigorous double peer review mechanism to ensure that submitted articles meet the quality standards.

Editorial Contact

International Scientific Research Consortium

Dr. Abdulazeez D. El-Ladan
The Future Institute
10 Coventry Innovation Village
Coventry University
Technology Park, CV1 2TL, United Kingdom

Editorial and Advisory Board

Prof. (Sr.) Mary-Noelle Ethel N. Ezeh
Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University
Anambra State – Nigeria

Professor Babajide Veronica Folasade T.
Faculty of Education
University of Lagos, Akoka-NG

Professor Phil Marpleet
School of Humanities and Social Sciences
University of East London, UK

Clement Ayarebilla Ali
University of Education, Winneba, Ghana

Dr. Ekei John
Faculty of Education
University of Calabar, Nigeria

Dr. (Suv.) Okoronkwo Chiekezie
Department of Estate Management
Federal Polytechnic Nekede, Imo state

Engr. (Dr) Diji Chukwuemeka
Research, Innovations, Consultancy & Extension
Kampala International University, Uganda

Dr. Manoj Shukla
Dept. of Electronics Engineering
Harcourt Butler Technological Institute

Journal Articles

Government Health Spending and its Effect on Income Disparities in Nigeria (2010-2024)

¹Ibrahim Jacob Ajidani, ²Osekweyi J. Odonye, & ³Ajidani S. Moses

^1,2&3Nasarawa State University Keffi

Growth, Flowering and Yield of Maize (Zea Mays L.) as Affected by Plant Growth Regulators and Variety in Yola Adamawa State Nigeria

¹Babayola, M., ²Kwambowa, P. G. & ³Makama, Y. A

¹Department of Crop Science, Adamawa State University, Mubi, Nigeria
²No: 22 Tanzanian Crescent, Bekaji Estate, Jimeta-Yola, Adamawa State Nigeria
³Post Primary School Management Board, Yola, Adamawa State Nigeria.

Sustainable Urbanisation: Managing Population Growth and Wastes in the Nigerian City

¹Chikezie Okoronkwo, ²Ezirim Onyekwere Nkem& ³Keke Onyinye Vivian

¹Federal Polytechnic Nekede
²Nigerian Institute of Town Planners
³Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka

The Impact of Guidance and Counseling Services on Career Choice of Public Secondary School Students in FCT, Abuja

³¹Dyaji, Joy Esther, ²Marvelous, Aladi Eunice, ³Aigbedion, Isibor Marvelous

¹Department Guidance and Counselling, Faculty of Education, Bingham University Karu, Nasarawa State
²Department Guidance and Counselling, Faculty of Education, National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN),
³Department of Economics, Faculty of Social Sciences,Bingham University Karu, Nasarawa State.

The Link Between Staff Training and Development and Retention Levels in Firms: The Case of Mcdonald's in Finland

Jaswinder Kaur Centria
University of Applied Sciences, Finland

The Use of Glass as a Fire Fighting Material

¹Anya Chukwuma & ²Mekwa Eme

^1&2Department of Architectural Technology, Ogbonnaya Onu Polytechnic, Aba Nigeria

Effects of Flipped Learning on the Students' Academic Achievements in Physics Subject

¹Veronica F. T. Babajide, ²Ganiyat P. Raheem Folayinka, ³Isiaka A. Raheem & ⁴Sunday A. Adeyemo

^1,2&4Department of Science Education, University of Lagos,Lagos, Nigeria
³Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Texas Tech University, Texas

Challenges of Teaching and Learning Agricultural Science in Public Secondary Schools: A Threat to Food Security in Kaduna Metropolis, Nigeria

¹Onwunali, M. R. O., ²Yusuf, T. & ³Dikko, G.

^1&2Department of Agricultural Education, Faculty of Vocational and Technical Education, Federal University of Education, Zaria, Nigeria.
³Government Secondary School, Kabama Costain, Junior, Kaduna State

Orthodontics and Sculpture: A Symbiotic Balance in Modern Practices

¹Sylvia Simon Etim & ²Chile Augustine Oparaocha

¹Department of Orthodontics and Paediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, College of Health Sciences,University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria.
²Department of Fine Arts and Design, Faculty of Humanities, University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria.

Leadership: Current Theories, Research, And Future Directions

¹Bruce J. Avolio, ²Fred O. Walumbwa, & ³Todd J. Weber

^1&3Department of Management, University of Nebraska–Lincoln
²Department of Management, The Arizona State University, Glendale

Strategic Firm Resources and Innovative Performance of Food and Beverage Manufacturing Companies in Lagos State, Nigeria

¹Makanjuola, Olawale Folaranmi & ²Nwankwere, Idowu Aderonke

^1&2Department of Business Administration and Marketing, School of Management Sciences, Babcock University, Ilishan Remo, Ogun State, Nigeria.

Social Cultural Perspectives on Curriculum Reforms for Knowledge, Economic Empowerment and Social Transformation in Nigeria

Ohadiugha Marian N.
Department of Arts and Social Sciences Education, Faculty of Education, National Open University of Nigeria

Development of Task Instruction Sheets for Couture Garment Production to Enhance Customer Satisfaction in South-East Nigeria

¹Nwaokomah Alice Nwamara, ²Igbo C. A. & ³Gera Patience Nguvan

¹Federal Polytechnic, Oko Anambra State,
²University of Nigeria, Nsukka Enugu State
³Benue State University, Makurdi

The Role of Igbo Cultural Values in Contemporary Nigerian Painting

Obiora Anamaleze
Department of Fine Arts and Design, Wigwe University, Isiokpo, Rivers State

Wax Recovery Technique in Cire Perdue: An Analytical Studio Report on Approaches to Retrieve Wax During the Burnout Process

Njoku Kenneth Iheukwumere
Department of Fine Arts and Design, Wigwe University Isiokpo, Rivers State

Editorial Objectives

The International Journal of Development Strategies in Humanities, Management and Social Sciences (IJDSHMSS) publishes evidence based research findings that addressed specific by specific development issues in humanities, management and social sciences disciplines. Research methodologies are qualitative and quantitative.

Editorial Contact

International Scientific Research Consortium

Dr. Abdulazeez D. El-Ladan
The Future Institute
10 Coventry Innovation Village
Coventry University
Technology Park, CV1 2TL, United Kingdom

Email: admin@internationalpolicybrief.org; irjp.journals@gmail.com

Editorial and Advisory Board

Abdulazeez D. El-Ladan
Coventry University, UK

Professor Nathaniel C. Ozigbo
Department of Business Administration
University of Abuja, Nigeria

Professor Phil Marpleet
School of Humanities and Social Sciences
University of East London, UK

Professor Thomas Traynor
Department of Economics
Ulright State University, USA

Dr. Francis Banuro
University of Ghana Business School, Accra

Dr. Jifeng Wang
University of Illinois, USA

Journal Articles

Stretching the Economy Through the Culture of Mourning Among Igbo People of South East Nigeria

¹Chikezie Okoronkwo, ²Ezirim Onyekwere Nkem & ³Keke Onyinye Vivian

¹Federal Polytechnic Nekede,
²Nigerian Institute of Town Planners,
³Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka

Corporate Governance and Firm Value of Listed Companies in Nigeria

¹Samuel, Iriekheor Felix& ²Ogege Emulakia Janet

^1&2Accountancy Department, Auchi Polytechnic, Auchi

A Positional Paper on Driving the Future of TVET in Nigeria: The Imperative of Gender Equality and Social Inclusion

¹Akomolafe Johnson Adewale & ²Oojo GbengaIge

^1&2Department of Taxation, Faculty of Financial Management Studies, Ogun State Institute of Technology, Igbesa Ogun Formally Gateway Polytechnic

Wider Benefits of Adult Education – An Inventory of Existing Studies and Research

Ricarda Motschilnig
University of Klagenfurt

Effect of Value Added Tax on Inflation in Nigeria

¹Grace Hezekiah Isa & ²Richard Ngusha Kyarem

¹Department of Economics, Bingham University, Nasarawa State, Nigeria.
²Department of Economics,Federal University Dutsin-Ma, Katsina State, Nigeria

Effect of Plant Growth Regulators on the Performance of Vegetable Amaranth (Amaranthus Caudatus L.) in Mubi Northern Guinea Savannah Zone of Nigeria

Babayola, M.
Department of Crop Science, Adamawa State University, Mubi, Nigeria

The Politics of Premium Motor Spirit Price Deregulation: Challenges and Prospects for the Nigerian Economy

¹Anthony Rufus & ²Esure Oyintonbra Larry

^1&2Department of Political Science, Niger Delta University Wilberforce Island, Bayelsa State

Impact Assessment of Bank Deposits on Bank Performance: Emphasis on Nigeria

¹Nwaguru, Wisdom Ezemndi, ²Okafor, Chukwunyeaka Linus & ³Anukam, Chidozirim Stephen

^1&3University of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, Umuagwo, Imo State, Nigeria
²Ministry of Finance, Owerri, Imo State

The Effect of Economic Crisis on Institutional Quality and Climate Change in Nigeria

Zulaihatu A. Zubair
Department of Economics, National Open University, Abuja

Repositioning the Pedagogical Sociology towards a Policy Framework for the use of Generative AI in Inclusive Education and Sustainability

¹Tajudeen Adebowale Oduwole, ²Lawal Kamaldeen A. A, & ³Zainab Suleiman Duhu

^1&3Department of Development Studies,National Open University of Nigeria, Abuja, Nigeria
²Department of Entrepreneurial Studies, National Open University of Nigeria, Abuja, Nigeria

Country Report on Adult Education in Germany

Helsinki, B.
Germany

Cultural Norms and Challenges to Sustainable Development

¹Aderinto, John Adegoke & ²Daniel Leku Ishaya

¹Department of Sociology, Faculty of Social Sciences,Federal University, Lokoja, Kogi State, Nigeria
²Department of Sociology, Faculty of Social Sciences,Nasarawa State University, Keffi, Nasarawa State, Nigeria.

Consequences of Terrorism and Counter Terrorism in Nigeria: An Empirical Study of Danko Wasagu Local Government of Kebbi State

¹A. Isa, ²M. Isah, ³Ayuba, A. Gwaigwai & ⁴Hajara A. Isa

^1,2,3&4Department of Intelligent and Security Studies, Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) Kaduna

Impact of Monetary Policy Transmission Channel on Inflation in Nigeria: 1999-2024

¹Enemo Goodness Chiamaka, ²Ologunla E.Sunday, ³Aigbedion I.Marvelous

^1,2&3Department of Economics,Faculty of Social Sciences,Bingham University Karu, Nasarawa State, Nigeria

Social Sustainability Reporting on the Performance of Listed Manufacturing Firms in Nigeria (2012-2023)

¹Enyeribe Vivian Anuli, ²M. C. Okafor, ³Uchegbu, Basil Chibueze & ⁴Kalu, Edith Okpo

^1,3&4Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri, Imo State
²Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike

Social Media Marketing and Organisational Performance of Selected Small and Medium Enterprises in Ogun State, Nigeria

¹Oladimeji, Aderonke, ²Onu, Christopher A., & ³Adebayo Titilope D.

^1,2&3Department of Business Administration and Marketing, School Management Sciences, Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State, Nigeria

Effect of Local Content Policy Implementation on Employment Outcomes in the Oil & Gas Supply Chain in Bayelsa State, Nigeria

¹Kenneth Ukeagu, ²Bawa Basil & ³Abimiku John

^1,2&3Department of Public Administration, Faculty of Administration, Nasarawa State University, Keffi. Nasarawa State, Nigeria

Armed Banditry and Human Capital Development from a Health Perspective: An Explication of Affected Rural Communities of Katsina State, Nigeria

¹Abdulsalam S. Ademola, ²Martins Iyoboyi, ³Viashima Luper Veronica & ⁴Anifat Abdurraheem

^1&2Department of Economics and Development Studies,
^3&4Department of Sociology, Faculty of Social Sciences, Federal University Dtsin-ma, Katsina State, Nigeria

The Impact of Expansionary Monetary Variables on Economic Growth in Nigeria from 2000 to 2024

¹Hyaluwa Samuel, ²Amuh Attah & ³Emmanuel Eche

^1,2&3Department of Economics,Federal University Wukari

Method of Producing Couture Garment in Nigeria: Issues and Improvement Strategy

Nwaokomah Alice Nwamara
Federal Polytechnic, Oko Anambra State, Anambra State

Feminine Beauty and the Philosophy of Decolonization in the Nigerian Art Space

Obiora Anamaleze
Department of Fine Arts and Design,Wigwe University, Isiokpo, Rivers State

The Influence of Igbo Traditional Figurines on Contemporary Nigerian Sculpture Practice

Njoku Kenneth Iheukwumere
Department of Fine Arts and Design, Wigwe University Isiokpo, Rivers State

Editorial Objectives

The objective of International Journal of Innovative Research in Education, Technology and Social Strategies (IJIRETSS) is to facilitate intellectual discussions, research analysis, and pragmatic studies and critiques leading to the formulation of policies and suggestions for the improvement of the educational sector, technology and social development strategies across the world. IJIRETSS seeks to develop new theoretical and practical insights in education and technology. In addition to original research articles, the journal publishes case studies and book reviews. All manuscripts are subject to peer review for quality

Editorial Contact

International Scientific Research Consortium

Dr. Abdulazeez D. El-Ladan
The Future Institute
10 Coventry Innovation Village
Coventry University
Technology Park, CV1 2TL, United Kingdom

Email: admin@internationalpolicybrief.org; irjp.journals@gmail.com

Editorial and Advisory Board

Professor Hague, Hanson
Directorate of Policy & Research
International Scientific Research Consortium, United Kingdom

Professor Phil Marplet
School of Humanities and Social Sciences
University of East London, UK

Professor Adebayo Elizabeth
Department of Agric Economics,
MAUTECH, Yola

Dr. Babajide Veronica Folasade T.
Department of Science & Technology Education
Faculty of Education, University of Lagos, Akoka-Nigeria

Dr. Clement Ayarebilla Ali
University of Education
Winneba, Ghana

Dr. Ekei John
Department of Educational Administration & Planning
University of Calabar, Nigeria

Dr. M. A. Dorgham
International Centre for Technology and Management
United Kingdom

Dr. Musa Yakubu Yeldu
College of Science and Technology
Waziri Umaru Federal Polytechnic, Birnin Kebbi Kebbi State- NG

Journal Articles

Comparative Effects of Inquiry and Self-Regulated Learning Instructional Strategies on Secondary School Students' Retention in Physics in Lagos State

¹Azowenunebi, L.O., ²Adeyemo S.A. & ³Babajide, V.F.T
^1,2&3Department of Science Education, Faculty of Education, University of Lagos

Online Counseling Practices and Perceived Female Students' Academic Achievement in Colleges of Education, Sokoto State

¹Nasiru Abubakar Katami & ²Amina Aliyu Diri
^1&2Department of Educational Foundations Sokoto State University, Sokoto

Critical Modern Competency Skills for Building Technology Educators (BTEs) for Enhanced Pedagogical Effectiveness in Technical Colleges, Southwest Nigeria

¹Hope, Gbenga-Arotiba, ²Mayowa David Adinlewa & ³Itiola Olayemi-Olalekan

¹Department of Industrial Technology and Vocational Education.
²Department of Educational Management Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, Ondo State, Nigeria
³Department of Educational Management, Faculty of Education, University of Lagos, Nigeria

Machine Learning Competencies Development

¹Tombari James, ²Agbo C. Okechukwu & ³Osakwe, Sunday Adonis
^1,2&3Department of Electrical/Electronic Technology Education,School of Secondary Education (Technical), Federal College of Education (Technical) Omoku, PMB 11, Omoku, Rivers State, Nigeria

Impact of Information and Communication Sector on Economic Growth in Nigeria: (1985 - 2023)

¹Opaleye Tolulope Barikis, ²Aigbedion I. Marvelous, & ³Ezie Obumneke
^1,2&3Department of Economics, Bingham University Karu

Automated Code Generation & AI Tools: From Ideas to Applications

¹Joni Turunen & ²Aleksanteri Fagerholm
^1&2Lappeenranta- Lahti University of Technology, LUT - Finland

Impact of Strategic Foresight on Product Quality in Manufacturing Organizations: Evidence from Osun State, Nigeria

¹Akintaro, Abel Abiodun, ²Mercy Oluwatosin, Adeyokun, ³Bank-Ola Rebecca Folake, & ⁴Agelebe, Ibiwunmi Bosede

¹Department of Business Administration, Adeleke University, Ede, Osun State, Nigeria
²Federal Polytechnic, P.M.B. 231, Ede, Osun State, Nigeria
³Department of Finance, Adeleke University, Ede, Osun State, Nigeria
⁴Redeemer's University Directorate of Educational Services and Training P.M.B 230, Ede, Osun State, Nigeria

Evaluation of Tourist Souvenirs and Attitude Towards Sustainable Tourism Practices in Eco-Lodges in Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria

¹Adedipe A., ²Labode, O. J., ³Kukoyi I. A., ⁴King O. P., ⁵Adebayo I. N. & ⁶Aina S. O. F.

^1,3&4Department of Hospitality and Tourism, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria.
²Department of Home Science and Management, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria.
^5&6Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management, Federal University Oye Ekiti, Nigeria.

Efficacy of Advance Organizer Strategy on Students' Achievement and Retention in Secondary School Physics in Kafanchan, Jema'a Local Government Area, Kaduna State, Nigeria

¹Macmillan Mafulul Josiah, ²Bishara Simon & ³Chidera Ugwuanyi

¹Department of Science and Technology Education, Faculty of Education, University of Jos, Jos-Nigeria
²Government Secondary School, Ungwan Mailafiya Jema'a Local Government Area, Kaduna State, Nigeria
³CityStore, Power House Junction, Akwanga Nasarawa State, Nigeria

Transforming Nigeria: Impact of Industrialization on Economic Growth (1981-2024)

F. O. C. Osunkwo
Abia State University Uturu, Nigeria

Automated Result Collation, Computing, and Reporting

¹Tombari James & ²Obioma Wisdom Nwaokokorom

¹Department of Electrical and Electronic Technology Education,
²Department of Accounting Education, Federal College of Education (Technical) Omoku

Traditional Media and Implementation of Community Projects in Akpabuyo District of Cross Rive State

¹Abanbeshie, Jeremiah A., ²Virginia Emmanuel Ironbar & ³Akwa Ezekiel Ime

^1,2&3Department of Continuing Education and Development Studies Faculty of Vocational and Entrepreneurial Education University of Calabar, Calabar-Nigeria

Evidential Issues in Criminal and Civil Proceedings: A Comparative Analysis on the Impact of Criminological and Jurisprudential Perspectives

Daniel Leku Ishaya
Department of Sociology, Faculty of Social Sciences,Nasarawa State University, Keffi

Impact of Modes of Transportation Services on the Growth of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria

¹Ogwah Josephine Aboshio, ²Aigbedion I. Marvelous, & ³Ezie Obumneke

^1,2&3Department of Economics, Faculty of Social Sciences, Bingham University Karu, Nasarawa State.

A Study of India's Failing Education System

Ms. Manya Jain

Delhi School of Professional Studies and Research
Affiliated to GGSIP University,
New Delhi, India

Effective Management Strategies for Tertiary Institution Heads Towards Improving Student Learning Outcomes

¹Uchegbu-Basil, Chidinma I., ²Amadi, Grace I., & ³Uchegbu, Basil C.

^1&2Department of Education Foundation and Management,
³Accountancy Department, Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri

Women Empowerment and Socio - Economic Development of Rural Women in Akwa Ibom State: A Case Study of Abak Local Government Area

Udoh, Ekaette Raphael
Sociology and Anthropology Department Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria

Development of An Autonomous Voting System for Nigeria's Elections

¹Opani M. Aweh, ²Toba Paul Ayeni, ³David Nzadon, & ⁴Abiola Kehinde

^1,2,3&4Department of Computing, College of Sciences, Afe-Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria

Editorial Objectives

The International Journal of Scientific Research in Social Sciences and Management Studies (IJSRSSMS) aims at promoting quality research in related discipline of Social and Management Sciences. It publishes both applied and theoretical issues. The scope of the Journal covers research articles, original research reports, reviews and scientific commentaries in all areas of Social and Management Sciences. Interdisciplinary approach to research unity is also encouraged in IJSRSSMS which fortes research ideas from Multiple Scientific backgrounds. All articles published in IJSRSSMS are peer reviewed and published in Open Access basis.

Editorial Contact

Rohit Kumar Verma
Study Centre - Institute of Law (SOS),
Jiwaji University Gwalior, (M.P)-INDIA

Email: admin@internationalpolicybrief.org; irjp.journals@gmail.com

Editorial and Advisory Board

Professor Nathaniel Ozigbo
Department of Business Administration
University of Abuja, Nigeria

Professor Lars Kolvereid
Bodo Graduate School of Business, Norway

Prof. Kevin Chas
Lingman University, Hong Kong

Professor Damian Mbaegbu
Department of Business Administration
Madonna University, Okija - Nigeria

Professor Magaret Kabuoh
Department of Business Administration and Marketing
Babcock University, Nigeria

Dr. Mustafa Isedu
Department of Banking and Finance
Faculty of Management Sciences, Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma - Nigeria

Journal Articles

Impact of Rural Banking Development on Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in Nigeria: 1990-2023

¹Aigeddion I. Marvelous, ²Ataboh, Adah Noah, & ³Manji Danlami Puttu

^1&3Department of Economics,
²Centre for Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Leadership Studies, Bingham University Karu, Nasarawa State

Resource Flexibility and Delivery Consistency: An Analysis of Manufacturing Firms in Osun State, Nigeria

¹Abel Abiodun, Akintaro, ²Agelebe, Ibiwunmi Bosede, ³Ogbaro, Eyitayo Oyewunmi & ⁴Mercy Oluwatosin, Adeyokun

¹Department of Business Administration Adeleke University, Ede, Osun State, Nigeria
²Redeemer's University Directorate of Educational Services and Training P.M.B 230, Ede, Osun State, Nigeria
³Department of Economics, Adeleke University, Ede, Osun State, Nigeria
⁴Federal Polytechnic, P.M.B. 231, Ede, Osun State, Nig

Financial Deepening and Economic Growth Causality in Nigeria

¹Nwaguru, Wisdom Ezemndi & ²Okafor, Chukwunyeaka Linus

¹Taxation Department,University of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, Umuagwo, Imo State, Nigeria
²Ministry of Finance, Owerri, Imo State

Urbanization: A Problem for the Rich and the Poor?

¹Md Abdul Kuddus, ²Elizabeth Tynan & ³Emma McBryde

¹Australian Institute of Tropical Health and Medicine, James Cook University, Townsville, Australia
²College of Medicine and Dentistry,James Cook University, Townsville, Australia
³Graduate Research School,James Cook University, Townsville, Australia.

Assessing the Effect of Digitalization on Customer Retention in a Competitive Market: Evidence from Startups in Lagos State Nigeria

¹Adekunle Oluwole Binuyo, ²Obaloluwa Obed Oyewo, & ³Amos Omonkhomiomhen Ibhiedu

^1,2&3Department of Business Administration and Marketing, Babcock University, Ilishan Remo Nigeria

Public Sector Infrastructure Financing and Economic Growth in Nigeria: An ARDL Approach

¹Nasiru, S. Olayemi, ²Alalade, Yimka S. A., & ³Ogboi, Charles

^1,2&3Department of Finance, School of Management Sciences, Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State, Nigeria

Factors Influencing Non-Teaching Staff Effectiveness: A Focus on Training, Development, and Retention in Osun State Private Universities

¹Akintaro, Abel Abiodun, ²Ajayi, Christiana Olalounpe, ³Agelebe, Ibiwunmi Bosede & ⁴Adeyanju, Oluwatomisin Blessing

^1&4Department of Business Administration, Adeleke University, Ede, Osun State
²Department of Business Administration University of Ilesa, Ilesa, Osun State, Nigeria
³Redeemer's University Directorate of Educational Services and Training P.M.B 230, Ede, Osun State, Nigeria

Assessment of Women Performance in Banking Sector: The Role of Women Bankers in Keffi Local Government Area, Nasarawa State

¹Yiga Sadi Helen & ²Daniel Leku Ishaya

^1&2Department of Sociology Nasarawa State University, Keffi

Corporate Governance and Social Responsibility as Strategies for Sustainable Business

¹Abduraheem, Bashir Olatunde, ²Tesunbi Samuel, & ³Adegbola Eunice

^1,2&3Department of Business Administration,Faculty of Management Sciences, National Open University of Nigeria

Work-Life Balance and Employee Performance in Kubwa General Hospital, Abuja

¹Aigbe Ibanga Grace, ²Araga Shehu Abdullahi, & ³Udu Ama Aka

^1,2&3Department of Business Administration, National Open University of Nigeria, Abuja

The Financing of Research and Development

Bronwyn H. Hall
Department of Economics, University of California, Berkeley,Institute of Fiscal Studies, London, and NBER

Impact of Macroeconomic Variables on Stock Market Performance in Nigeria (1986 – 2023)

¹Lawrence Kulia Elijah, ²Aigbedion I. Marvelous, & ³Ezie Obumneke

^1,2&3Department of Economics,Faculty of Social Sciences, Bingham University Karu

Arms Proliferation, Headsmen-Farmer Clashes, Banditary and Sustainable Development in Nigeria: A Critical Examination of the Nexus

Sunny Mene Piate
Department of Political Science Akwa Ibom State University

Human Resources Management and Teachers' Job Performance in Public Secondary Schools in South East, Nigeria

¹Grace U. Amadi, ²Uchegbu-Basil Chidinma I. & ³Chukwuma Florence O.

^1,2&3Department of Educational Foundation and Management Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education Owerri.

Orphanage Home and Child's Personality Development: A Case Study of Selected Orphanage Homes in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria

Udoh, Ekaette Raphael
Department of Sociology and Anthropology Akwa Ibom State University

Editorial Objectives

International Journal of Advanced Research in Public Policy, Administration and Development Strategies (IJARPPADS) is a peer- reviewed research-driven journal that provides intellectual platform for the dissemination of critical, empirical and regular papers in public administration, management and social sciences. From global to national levels, it publishes topical issues and commentaries on recent developments in public sector law, public sector policy development, comparative analysis, legal theories and emerging development strategies.

Editorial Contact

International Scientific Research Consortium

Dr. Abdulazeez D. El-Ladan
The Future Institute
10 Coventry Innovation Village
Coventry University
Technology Park, CV1 2TL, United Kingdom

Email: admin@internationalpolicybrief.org; irjp.journals@gmail.com

Editorial and Advisory Board

Professor Phil Marpleet
School of Humanities and Social Sciences
University of East London, UK

Professor Yusuf Ali Zoaka
Department of Political Science,
University of Abuja, Nigeria

Dr. Bassey Anam
Institute of Public Policy & Administration
University of Calabar, Cross River State, NG

Dr. Arugu, O. Love
Department of Political Science and Strategic Studies
Federal University Otuoke, NG

Dr. Ruwhuoma Doris Chukwu
Department of Political & Administrative Studies,
Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Port Harcourt, NG

Journal Articles

State and Development Challenges in Africa: Conceptual and ĉeoretical Issues

Enang, Agnes Ubana
Department of Public Administration, University of Calabar, Calabar

Statecraft: Pathway to Sustainable Democracy and Economic Development in Africa

Memud, Olanrewaju Rafiu
Department of Political Science and International Relations Southwestern University Nigeria, Okun-Owa, Ogun State

External Shocks and Macroeconomic Volatility in Nigeria

Malachy Ashywel Ugbaka
Department of Economics, University of Calabar, CRS, Nigeria

Improving the Cost-Effectiveness of Research Investment: Linking Universities in Agricultural Research

Lindsay Falvey
University of Melbourne, Australia

Climate Resilient Crop Adoption in Kaduna State as a Strategy for Food Security and Improved Nutrition in Kaduna State

¹Alfred Cyprain Bognet, ²Elisha Dangiwa Yari, ³Tanko Dan Paul,⁴Nuhu Godwin, & ⁵Favour Kajyung Maisamari

¹Kaduna State Planning and Budget Commission
^2&5Department of Economics, Kaduna State University, Kaduna
³Federal Cooperative College
⁴Department of Cooperative Economics and Management, Federal Cooperative College, Kaduna

Strategic Sensitivity and Innovation: Enhancing Competitive Capabilities in Nigerian Manufacturing Firms

¹Akintaro, Abel Abiodun, ²Mercy Oluwatosin, Adeyokun & ³Agelebe, Ibiwunmi Bosede

¹Department of Business Administration, Adeleke University, Ede, Osun State
²Federal Polytechnic, P.M.B. 231, Ede, Osun State, Nigeria
³Redeemer's University Directorate of Educational Services and Training P.M.B 230, Ede, Osun State, Nigeria

Oil Facility Vandalization and Sustainability of Oil and Gas Firms in South-South Nigeria

¹Aigbokhai Emmanuel, ²Charles Obiora, & ³Kalu, Peters

¹UNIZIK Business School, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State
²Department of Political Science, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Igbariam,
³UNIZIK Business School & Department of Political Science, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka,

The Role of Entrepreneurship Education in Sustainable Empowerment of Illiterate Widows in Keffi

¹Yiga Sadi Helen, ²Lami Stephen Bess & ³Daniel Leku Ishaya

^1&3Department of Sociology, Nasarawa State University, Keffi
²Department of Social Development, Plateau State Polytechnic, Barkin Ladi

Market Women's Cooperative and the Promotion of Business Ventures in Calabar Municipality, Cross River State

¹Abanbeshie, Jeremiah A., ²Virginia Emmanuel Ironbar & ³Akwa Ezekiel Ime

^1,2&3Department of Continuing Education and Development Studies Faculty of Vocational and Entrepreneurial Education University of Calabar, Calabar-Nigeria

Social Disagreement and Academic Progress in Yala Local Government Area of Cross River State, Nigeria

Omono, Cletus Ekok
Department of Sociology,University of Calabar

Effect of Armed Banditry on Educational Outcomes in Affected Rural Communities of Katsina State, Nigeria

¹Abdulsalam S. Ademola, ²Martins Iyoboyi, ³Viashima Luper Veronica & ⁴Anifat Abdurraheem

^1&2Department of Economics and Development Studies, Federal University Dutsin-Ma, Katsina State, Nigeria.
^3&4Department of Sociology, Faculty of Social Sciences, Federal University Dtsin-ma,Katsina State, Nigeria

The Impact of the Nigerian Civil War on the Esan People of Midwestern Nigeria, 1967-1970

Ighodalo Joseph Ejemheare
Department of General Studies, Federal Polytechnic Ekowe, Bayelsa State

Infrastructure Development in India: An Appraisal

Purusottam Nayak
North-Eastern Hill University, Meghalaya, India

Blue Economy and Economic Diversification in Nigeria: Emerging Challenges and Prospects

¹Sylvester Effefiom Nsa, ²John, Utibe Monday & ³Brown, Sunday Ndim

^1,2&3Department of Public Administration, University of Calabar

Impact of State Revenue Generation on Economic Growth in Nigeria: (1990-2023)

¹Ebo Darlington Chukwudalu, ²Aigbedion, I. Marvelous, & ³Obumuneke Ezie

^1,2&3Department of Economics, Faculty of Social Sciences, Bingham University Karunasarawa State

Mediating Role of Patient Satisfaction in the Relationship Between Service Quality and the Performance of Private Hospitals in Keffi

John D. Adigizey
Nasarawa State University, Keffi, Nigeria

Impact of Corporate Planning on Organizational Performance in 20 MTN Shops at Amuwo Odofin Lagos

¹Williams Uloma Juliana, ²Tesunbi Samuel, & ³Puttu Manji Danlami

^1&2Department of Business Administration, National Open University of Nigeria, Abuja.
³Department of Entrepreneurship, National Open University of Nigeria

Foreign Policy at the Grassroots: Nigeria's Citizens' Diplomacy and Xenophobic AĨacks in South Africa

Stella E. Ogroh
Department of Political Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, Niger Delta University, Wilberforce Island, Bayelsa State, Nigeria

Computer Based Loan Scheme Implementation: Challenges and Way Forward

¹Evelyn Bassey Ewah, & ²Onyimba Roseline C.

¹Department of Accounting and Finance, Godfrey Okoye University Ugwuomu Enugu.
²Department of Banking and Finance, Faculty of Business Administration, University of Nigeria Enugu Campus

Editorial Objectives

Journal of Occupation and Training (JOT) is an international scholarly academic journal that is published Bi-annually. It is a multidisciplinary journal that publishes articles on theoretical, experimental, and empirical studies that are qualitative and quantitative. The information disseminated is a product of the research experiences of seasoned scholars in the relevant field of study. Manuscripts for publication in the journal are peer-reviewed. Our team of Consulting Editors is drawn from various institutions of higher learning across the nation. Contributors of articles published in the journal, bear responsibility for the information provided. JOT is published by the Faculty of Vocational and Technology Education, Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri, to promote the creation of new knowledge.

Editorial Board

Editor-in-Chief

Dr. Livinus C. Okereke

Executive Editors

Dr. Alphonsus U.C. Ukozor
Dr. Shaibu, Gabriel Ogwuche
Dr. Egornu, C.A.

Members of Editorial Board

Dr. Ifeoma Nwachukwu G.
Dr. Lucy Dikeocha
Dr. Ndidi Ugochukwu
Dr. Stella N. Okoroafor
Dr. Nwarieji F.E.
Dr. Anyanwu, H.C.
Dr. Ajaero Obioma O.
Law-Obi-F.

Marketing Editor

Dr. Livinus C. Okereke
GSM: (+234) 803 688 0745; (+234) 803 776 0255
Email: okerekelivinus17@gmail.com

Journal Official E-mail

fvteconference2024@gmail.com

Journal Articles

Circumstances Militating Against Effective Assurance Services and Corporate Reporting for Sustainable Based Economy in Nigeria

Nwaigburu Kingsley Obinna
Department of Accountancy,Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education

Sustainable Skills-Set Needed by Auto Mechanics Graduates in Operational Technology (O.T) Cybersecurity for Establishing Automobile Workshops in Knowledge Based Economy in South East, Nigeria

¹Wogu, S. N., ²Nwankwo, C. O., ³Nwaelewe, O. G. & ⁴Nwaorgu, O.

^1&2Automobile/Metalwork Department, School of Technical Education,
³Fine and Applied Art Department, School of Vocational Education,
⁴Accounting Education Department, School of Business Education, Abia State College of Education (Technical), Arochukwu, Abia State

Potentials of Food Science and Technology to Foster a Sustainable Knowledge-Based Economy in a Developing Country: A Review

¹Ukozor, Alphonsus U. C., ²Okwulehie, Felicia C. & ³Ukwujiagu, Chiamaka U.

^1,2&3Department of Home Economics and Hospitality Management Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri

Unlocking Sustainable Productivity: The Work Environment Employee Productivity Nexus in a Knowledge Based Economy

¹Shaibu, Ogwuche Gabriel, ²Sagbara, Barileera Victory & ³Arikpo John Okoi

¹Department of Business Education,Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri, Imo State.
²Department of Accounting Education,
³Federal College of Education (Technical), Omoku, Rivers State. Security Unit, Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri, Imo State

Improvisation of Instructional Materials in the Teaching of Home Economics for Sustainable Knowledge-Based Economy

¹Ozor, P. E., ²Okeke. E.N., & ³Okafor, O. E.

^1,2&3Department of Home Economics and Hospitality Management Education, Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education Owerri, Imo State

Effect of Flooding on Soil Physical and Chemical Properties in Nwagele L.G.A, Imo State, South Eastern Nigeria

¹Osuaku, S. K., ²Eches, E. E. ³Nwakanma, C. C. & ⁴Okoro, G. O.

^1,23&4Department of Agricultural Science Education, Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri, Imo State

Accounting Education: A Fulcrum for Realizing a Sustainable Knowledge Based Economic in Nigeria

¹Onyepkere, Ulumma Rita, ²Ihechu, Blessing Chinwendu, & ³Eneremadu, Kingsley Enyinna

¹Alvan Ikoku University of Education, Owerri
²Department of Accountancy, Alvan Ikoku University of Education, Owerri
³Department of Business Education, Alvan Ikoku University of Education, Owerri

Forensic Accounting Practices and Economic Fraud Detection in a Knowledge-Based Economy

¹Okoroafor, Stella N., ²Okoro, Theresa C., ³Ajaero Obioma O., ⁴Nwachukwu, Ifeoma G.

^1,2,3&4Department of Accountancy,Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri.

Intellectual Capital and Financial Performance of Consumer Goods Manufacturing Companies in Rivers State

¹Okereke, Livinus C., ²Collins O. Nmehielle., ³Godknows Chindah, ⁴Ohanyere Placid Eze & ⁵Ukwuoma, Joy C.

¹Department of Accountancy, Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri
²Department of Accounting,Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria
⁴B.Sc. PGDM, MBA, Chartered Administrator (ACIA), Lagos, Nigeria
⁵Department of Business Education, AIFUE, Owerri, Imo State

Effect of Quantitative Feed Restriction on the Performance of Laying Hens

¹Okongwu, G. C., ²Okonkwo, U. N., & ³Mbachu, M.U.

^1,2&3Department of Agricultural Science,Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education P.M.B. 1033, Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria

Evaluation of the Carcass Characteristics, Haematological Parameters, and Serum Biochemistry of Broiler Chickens Administered Moringa Seed Filtrate

¹Okonkwo, U. N., ²Okongwu, G. C. & ³Nwarieji, F. E.

^1,2&3Department of Agricultural Science Education,Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria

Tertiary Education Tax and Knowledge Development: Nigerian Experience (2003- 2022)

¹Okoro, Theresa C., ²Ajaero, Obioma O., & ³Okoroafor, S. N.

^1,2,&3Department of Accountancy,Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education Owerri

Equity Financing and Financial Performance of Listed Insurance Companies in Nigeria

¹Okereke, Livinus C., ²Nmehielle, Collins O., ³Ihenacho, Uchechukwu O., & ⁴Akpelu, Azunna E.

¹Department of Accountancy, Alvan Federal University of Education, Owerri – Imo State,
²Department of Accounting, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port-Harcount – Rivers State
³Department of Business Education, Alvan Federal University of Education, Owerri – Imo State,
⁴Department of Accountancy, Imo State Polytechnic, Owerri - Imo State

Effect of Accounting Research on Accounting Professional Practices in a Knowledge Based Economy

¹Ogwo Pauline Uche, ²Ofoegbu Rosemary, & ³Nwosu Michael Chinedu

^1,2&3Department of Accountancy,Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education Owerri

Realistic Entrepreneurship Education Planning: An Imperative for Increased Employability of Nigerian Tertiary Institutions Graduates for Sustainable Economic Development

¹Obi, B. C., ²Ubani, N. C. & ³Agomuo, C. I.

¹Centre for Entrepreneurship Education, Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri.
²Department of Entrepreneurship Education, Alvan lkoku Federal University of Education, Owerri.
³Department of Agricultural Extension, School of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology, Federal University of Technology, Owerri.

Assessment of Youth Participation in Cucumber Production as Sustainable Solution to Food Security in Owerri Agricultural Zone, Imo State, Nigeria

¹Nwoye, Edith O., ²Orusha, J.O., ³Nze, C. E. N. & ⁴Ihugba, U. E.

^1,2,3&4Department of Agricultural Science Education, Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria.

Determinants of Broiler Production in Ahiazu Mbaise L.G.A of Imo State

¹Mbachu, M. U., ²Ezebuike, I. R., ³Onyewuchi, U. U, & ⁴Onuoha, I. J.

^1,2,3&4 Department of Agricultural Education Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education Owerri

Innovative Office Technology and Management Practices for Enhancing Knowledge-Based Economy in Tertiary Institutions in Imo State

¹Iwu, Blessing Kelechi, ²Chinyere Christy Nwagu, & ³Ajeka Musa Jonah

^1,2,&3Department of Business Education, Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri

Accounting Education for Sustainable Knowledge Based Economy

¹Chima, Ambrose Ndubuisi, ²Uchegbu, Basil C., ³Anyanwu, Hyginus Chukwuemeka & ⁴Uzoma, Samuel K.

^1,2,3&4Department of Accountancy,Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri, Imo State

Home Stress and Effective Utilization of ICT Components Among Female Caregivers in Orlu Nursery Schools of Imo State

¹Ihem-Chijioke Uchechi O., ²Agoha Blessing Chimere, ³Iwuji Florence4 5Ijeoma, ⁴Umeh Jane Ogochukwu & ⁵Ohanaka Bethrand Uchenna

¹Department of Early Childhood Care and Education,Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri, Imo State
²Department of Early Childhood and Primary Education Ignatius Ajuru University of Education Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria
^3&4Department Curriculum and Instruction, Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri
⁵Department of ICT, School of General Studies, Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri

Assessment of Availability and Utilization of New Technologies for Entrepreneurship Education Instructional Delivery in a Sustainable Knowledge-Based Economy

¹Dikeocha, Lucy U., ²Efughi, Samuel A., & ³Chima, Chizoba F.

^1,2&3Department of Business Education,Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri, Imo State

Policy Initiatives for Enhancing Green Agriculture for Sustainable Food Production in South East, Nigeria

¹Alaribe, Mary Otitochukwu, ²Okafor, Oluchi E. & ³Olaitan, Samson Ojo

¹Department of Primary Education Studies, Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education Owerri
²Department of Agricultural Science, Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education Owerri
³Department of Agricultural Education, University of Nigeria, Nsukka

Effectiveness of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) on Self-Employed Graduates for Sustainable Skills in the Knowledge-Based Economy in Imo State

¹Ihenacho, Uchechukwu Oscar, ²Okike Celestine O., ³Akpelu Azunna E., ⁴Ukwuoma Joy C., & ⁵Anuna Felicia Ngozi

¹Department of Business Education, Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri
²Department of Accountancy, Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri
³Department of Accountancy, Imo State Polytechnic, Mbano Campus, Ehime Mbano LGA, Imo State
⁴Department of Business Education, Aifue, Owerri, Imo State
⁵Department of Business Education, (Management Option) Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port Harcourt, Rivers State

Impact of Teaching and Learning with New Technologies on Business Education Students' Employability Skills in the Digital Era

¹Dikeocha, Lucy U. & ²Omorojie Stella

¹Business Education Department,Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education Owerri, Imo State
²University of Delta Agbor, Delta State

Artificial Intelligence Role in Advancing Science Education for Sustainable Innovation in Imo State

Victoria Uloma Ojiako
Department of Animal and Environmental Biology,Imo State University, Owerri

Development and Implementation of Apprenticeship Training Programme on Electrical/Electronic Technology Education for Sustainable Workforce in Nigeria

Law-Obi, Fidelia Nwanneka
Department of Technology Education,Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education

Proximate Composition of Composite Dishes Commonly Consumed in Imo State, Nigeria

¹Mbah, Cynthia A., ²Ngwu, Elizabeth K., ³Lemchi, Stella N., ⁴Okwulehie, Felicia C. & ⁵Obi-Anyanwu Jovita N.

1,3,4,5Department of Home Economics and Hospitality Management, Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria
²University of Nigeria Nsukka, Nigeria

Sustainable Innovation in Business Education Programme: Preparing Youths for Knowledge-Based Economy

¹Nwagu Christy Chinyere, ²Iwu Blessing Kelechi & ³Chima Chizoba Florence

^1,2&3Department of Business Education,Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri-Imo State

Analysis of Quality Control Tools for Preventing Failure of Building Projects in South East Nigeria

¹Egbujor Kelechi Jude, ²Nwachukwu Chinedum C., ³Enyinna Gregory C., ⁴Amade Benedict & ⁵Ofoegbu Rosemary Onyinyechi

¹Registry Department, Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri
^2,3&4Project Management Technology Department, Federal University of Technology, Owerri
⁵Accountancy Department, Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri

Editorial Objectives

The International Journal of Strategic Research in Education, Technology and Humanities (IJSRETH) aims to publish research findings in the broad fields of Education, Technology, Management, Arts and Humanities. The journal's core aim is to facilitate the researcher's scholarship to share their findings with the rest of the world so that informed decisions can be taken to improve the educational system, enhance technological development and adaptation and evolve novel ideas in arts, law and humanities. IJSRETH follows rigorous double peer review mechanism to ensure that submitted articles meet the quality standards.

Editorial Contact

International Scientific Research Consortium

Dr. Abdulazeez D. El-Ladan
The Future Institute
10 Coventry Innovation Village
Coventry University
Technology Park, CV1 2TL, United Kingdom

Email: admin@internationalpolicybrief.org; irjp.journals@gmail.com

Editorial and Advisory Board

Prof. (Sr.) Mary-Noelle Ethel N. Ezeh
Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University
Anambra State – Nigeria

Dr. Babajide Veronica Folasade T.
Faculty of Education
University of Lagos, Akoka-NG

Professor Phil Marpleet
School of Humanities and Social Sciences
University of East London, UK

Clement Ayarebilla Ali
University of Education, Winneba, Ghana

Dr. Ekei John
Faculty of Education
University of Calabar, Nigeria

Dr. (Suv.) Okoronkwo Chiekezie
Department of Estate Management
Federal Polytechnic Nekede, Imo state

Engr. (Dr) Diji Chukwuemeka
Research, Innovations, Consultancy & Extension
Kampala International University, Uganda

Dr. Manoj Shukla
Dept. of Electronics Engineering
Harcourt Butler Technological Institute

Journal Articles

Service Quality Dimensions and Employee Satisfaction of Selected Deposit Money Banks in Lagos State, Nigeria

¹Ajike Emmanuel O., ²Adefulu Adesoga D., & ³Ademilua, Victor A.

^1,2&3Department of Business Administration and Marketing, School of Management Sciences, Babcock University, Ilishan –Remo, Ogun State, Nigeria

Market Penetration Strategy and Sales Growth of Selected Food and Beverages Companies in Lagos and Ogun States, Nigeria

¹Olutoye Abayomi A., ²Soetan Timothy A., & ³Worimegbe Powel M.

^1,2&3Department of Business Administration and Marketing, School of Management Sciences, Babcock University, Ilishan –Remo, Ogun State, Nigeria

Educational Policy Formulation and Implementation: A Cornerstone of Nigeria's Sustainable Development Agenda

¹Abdulkadir, Ranfat Mamman, ²Garba, Sanni Mohammed, & ³Bokko, Salisu Ali

^1&2School of Education Department of Educational Foundations, Niger State College of Education, Minna
³College of Education Bama, Borno State

Social Media Marketing and Brand Loyalty of Selected Private Universities in South-West, Nigeria

¹Ajike Emmnuel O., ²Kabuoh Margret N., & ³Olumeru, Ololade R.

^1,2&3Department of Business Administration and Marketing, School of Management Sciences, Babcock University, Ilishan –Remo, Ogun State, Nigeria

The Potential of the Digital Economy: A Comparative Assessment of Key Countries' Cybersecurity

¹Xiuli Chen, ²Tao Wang, ³Xiaoxi Lin, ⁴Dylan Elliott Hinde, ⁵Qianhao Yan, & ⁶Zmire Zeljana

Graduate School of International Studies, Hanyang University, South Korea

Strategic Vigilance and Firm Profitability of Fast-Moving Consumer Goods Companies in Lagos State, Nigeria

¹Osibodu, I. I., ²Adefulu, A. D., ³Nwankwere, I. A., & ⁴Esator, G. O.

^1,2,3&4Department of Business Administration and Marketing, School of Management Sciences, Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun state, Nigeria

Crime, Insecurity and Violence in Nigeria

Peace Ugochi Ibekwe
Department of English and Communication Studies Faculty of Humanities, Federal University, Otuoke, Bayelsa

Body, Mind, and Business: The Health Status Effect, Entrepreneurial Leadership Styles and SMEs Performance

¹Binuyo Adekunle Oluwole, ²Omojokun Temitope, & ³Makinde Olubisi Grace

^1,2&3Department of Business Administration and Marketing, School of Management Sciences, Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun state, Nigeria

Impact of Health Expenditures on Adult Mortality Rates in Nigeria: 1992 - 2023

¹Adeola Adejumo, ²Ogwuche David, & ³Marvelous Aigbedion

^1,2&3Department of Economics, Bingham University Karu

The Impact of Entrepreneurial Strategies on the Growth of Manufacturing Small and Medium Enterprises in Ogun State, Nigeria

¹Adebanjo, Victoria Abiola, ²Binuyo, Adekunle Oluwole & ³Powel, Maxwell Worimegbe

¹School of Management and Business Studies Abraham Adesanya Polytechnic,Ijebu-Igbo, Ogun State.
^2&3Business Administration and Marketing Department School of Management Sciences, Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State.

An Exploration of the Problems of Du Fu's Spirit of Benevolence in the Cultural Construction of Military Academies

Jin Zhou
Officers College of PAP, Chengdu, 610213, China

E-Commerce Service Quality and Customers' Loyalty in Selected Businesses in Zaria Kaduna State Nigeria

¹Enobun-Nwidi, Patience Enyiamaka, ²Awen, Benjamin Iorsue, & ³Hannatu G, Danbature

^1,2&3Department of Business Education Federal University of Education, Zaria, Kaduna State

Effects of Penetration Pricing Strategy on Consumption of Endogenous Product: A Study of Hypo Bleach

¹Ohazulike, Leo Atuchukwu, ²Ikhazuagbe Nurudeen & ³Emecheta Michael Brown Ugochukwu

¹Department of Marketing, Faculty of Management Sciences Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Igbariam Campus, Anambra State, Nigeria
²Department of Marketing, Auchi Polytechnic, Auchi, Edo State, Nigeria
³Administrator, Anll Green Schools, Kwale, Delta State

The Learning-Regulation Nexus, Entrepreneurial Ecosystems and Performance of Insurance Firms in Lagos State, Nigeria

¹Adefulu, A. D., ²Tiamiyu, A. O., & ³Dogo-Edafe B.

^1,2&3School of Management Sciences, Department of Business Administration and Marketing, Babcock University, IlishanRemo, Ogun State, Nigeria

Social and Legal Examinations of the Act of Contempt of Court and Parliament by the Nigeria Media

¹Nuhu John Egya & ²Namo, Samson Atari

¹Department of Humanities and Social Sciences,School of General Studies, Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa
²Faculty of Law, Department of Private & Commercial Law, Federal University Wukari Taraba State-Nigeria

Socio-Political Determinants and Violence in Nasarawa State Politics of Nigeria

¹Namo, Johanna Akerewe, ²Martins Anointing, & ³Ofodogu E. Uche

^1,2&3Department of Political Science, Federal University Wukari Taraba State-Nigeria

Strategic Quality Management Practices and Customers' Patronage of Selected Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) Manufacturing Companies in Lagos State, Nigeria

¹Soetan, T. A., ²Onwueje, J. N., M., ³Nwankwere, I. A., & ⁴Esator, G. O.

^1,2.3&4Department of Business Administration and Marketing, School of Management Sciences, Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun state, Nigeria

Multifunctional Space Strategy for Space Utilization in the Design of Farmers' Market: A Case Study of Jama'are Farmers Market, Bauchi State, Nigeria

¹Abdullahi Idris Danbaba, ²A.S. El-Nafaty, ³Aminu Umar, ⁴S. K. Abubakar, ⁵H. A. Usman, ⁶S. Tafida

^1&5Department of Architecture, Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi, Nigeria.
⁶Scyna Matrix Ltd. B004, Kado Mall, Ahmadu Bello Expressway, Abuja.

Desertification and Conflict in Africa, 1970 – 2020

Ighodalo Joseph Ejemheare
Department of General Studies, Federal Polytechnic Ekowe, Bayelsa State

Material Culture in Historical Documentation: A Treatise of the Igbo Traditional Society in Nigeria

¹Chinedu C. Chukueggu & ²Osikhiana Onekpe

^1&2Department of Fine Arts and Design, University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria.