2018 Archive
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Title: MANAGERIAL SUPPORT AND DEPOSIT MONEY BANKS’ EMPLOYEE STABILITY IN PORT HARCOURT.pdf Author: Asiegbu, Ikechukwu F. PhD. & Okwudu, Amuamuziam Andrew Abstract: Abstract This empirical study aimed at determining the influence of managerial support on deposit money bank employees’ stability in Port Harcourt. It was observed that the high competent staff of these banks switches from one bank to another. This makes the banks carry out incessant recruitments. This paper was, therefore, interested in ascertaining if managerial support can be employed to reduce the incidences of instability among these bank staff. Primary data collected from 147 experienced employees of the participating banks, were analyzed using Spearman’s Rank Correlation. A strong positive relationship was found between managerial support and bank employee stability. Based on this, we recommend that Deposit Money Banks in Port Harcourt that desire the willingness of their competent employees to stay with them and be stable should emphasis managerial support. Managements of Deposit money banks must acknowledge the contributions of their staff if they desire them to be stable. In this regard, managerial support becomes a sine qua non. Keywords: Managerial support, contact employee stability, employee morale, employee continuance commitment, employee turnover. View |
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Title: HEALTH EDUCATION AN INDISPENSIBLE COMPONENT OF TEACHER EDUCATION.pdf Author: HOPE CHIOMA OGBONNA Abstract: Abstract The nature of the school worldwide and what is within it makes it necessary for an adequate of inclusion of health education in the school curriculum. The school environment is a meeting point for teacher’s pupils and parents. Therefore a system made up of human and physical environments. It has all the attendants, physical, social, emotional and pathological problem found in any human society and these has made it very important for health education to be pertinent part of the teacher education. Health is a state of complete physical, metal and social wellbeing and not merely the absence of diseases. Education simple means change in behaviour. The aim of health education is to show the student how to effectively improve their life for effective living within and beyond their immediate society through equipping them with the basic facts of lives. The paper also wrote that a relationship between health education and teacher education as well as health education strategies for improving teacher education. Based on the discussion, recommendations were made among which is that health education should be made paramount in curriculum planning for primary, secondary and tertiary institution. This is very necessary because the output through teacher education will help for economic growth and development. Conclusively and healthy nation is a wealthy nation. For there to be effective productivity in the country at large health issues should be made to occupy a prominent place in teacher education. Keywords: Health, Education, Health Education, Teacher Education. View |
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Title: STAFF AUDITING EXERCISE AND PERFORMANCE IN KOGI STATE CIVIL SERVICE IN NIGERIA.pdf Author: S. S. AVIDIME, PhD. Abstract: Abstract The paper investigated the impact of staff auditing exercise and performance of Kogi state civil service. The objective was to ascertain the relationship between the exercise and civil servants’ performance in Kogi State. The study employed primary source of data through the use of questionnaire, distributed and collected from a sample of 300 respondents in Dekina Local government, Okene Local government and Kabba/Bunu Local government. (100 in each Local government). Descriptive and inferential statistical technique tools such as tables, percentages were used to present and analyze the data, while the chi-square technique was applied to test for the hypothesis. The result revealed that the staff auditing exercise has not significantly contributed to civil servants’ performance in Kogi State. It is thus recommended among others that there is need for the Government and its authorities to develop a formal performance management scheme at all its Ministries and establishments, so as to help the government assess its performance in terms of its strength and weakness. View |
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Title: FINANCIAL DEVELOPMENT AND ECONOMIC GROWTH EVIDENCE AND INSIGHTS.pdf Author: Ifeanyi S. Mgbataogu & Chukwudi C. Omire Abstract: Abstract The study examines the effects, nature and direction of possible long run relationship between financial development and economic growth in Nigeria. The financial development variables considered in the study are Gross Fixed Capital Formation as a ratio of GDP, Market Capitalization to GDP, Domestic Credit to Private Sector as a ratio of GDP and Ratio of bank deposits to GDP over the period 1981 to 2016. Gross Domestic Product Growth Rate is used to proxy economic growth. The study employs secondary data sourced from the Central Bank of Nigeria and the Augmented Dickey – Fuller, (ADF), Johansen’s Cointegration, Error Correction Model (ECM) and Granger Causality tests are executed. The results confirm the prevalence of significant long run relationship between variables of financial development and economic growth in Nigeria. Again, the ECM results reveal that all the financial development variables are significant in explaining variations in Gross Domestic Product. The results of the pair-wise Granger Causality reveal a significant uni-directional relationship between bank deposit as a ration of GDP and GDP growth rate with causality flowing from GDP growth rate to bank deposit. Also a uni-directional relationship exists between credit to the private sector and GDP growth rate. Causality flows from GDP growth rate to credit to the private sector. Still a uni-directional relationship is recorded between market capitalization and GDP growth rate, with causality flowing from GDP growth rate to market capitalization. On the other hand, significant bi-directional causality is observed between gross fixed capital formation and GDP growth rate. It is concluded that financial development especially the banking system and equity development in Nigeria is still driven and sustained by the economic growth. Consequently, it is recommended that Nigerian banking system and stock market operations should be repositioned to contribute effectively to economic growth. Credit extension should be rightly and efficiently channeled to the productive sector of the economy to boost output generation in the country. Keywords: Gross Fixed Capital Formation, Market Capitalization, Bank deposits, Credit to Private Sector, Economic Growth. View |
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Title: ETHICAL LEADERSHIP AND FIRMS’ SURVIVAL IN THE NIGERIAN COMMUNICATIONS SECTOR IN RIVERS STATE NIGERIA.pdf Author: Ogbonda, Enyinda Henry & Olori, Williams O. Abstract: Abstract This study sought to establish the relationship between ethical leadership and firm survival. The aim of the study is to ascertain the association of ethical leadership and survival of telecommunication industry in Nigeria. In order to achieve this aim, two research questions and hypotheses were formulated to guide the study. Consequently these questions and hypotheses were subjected to statistical analysis using the Pearson’s correlation technique aided with Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) version 22.1. Using a five point likert scale questionnaire, the study was conducted on a sample of 106 respondents drawn from the four major telecommunication firms in Nigeria. The result of the analysis showed that there is a significant relationship between ethical leadership and firm survival. Specifically ethical leadership showed a strong positive and significant relationship of 0.730 and 0.739 with customer’s loyalty and adaptability respectively. Based on these, it was concluded that ethical leadership is a strong predictor of firm survival especially in this the Nigerian telecommunication industry. The study therefore recommends among others, that telecommunication firms should henceforth treat the issue of ethical leadership with utmost priority. In doing this, there should be a reward system to encourage good leaders with ethical qualities as well as deter unethical conducts with commensurate punishment. Keywords: Adaptability, Customer Loyalty, Ethics, Ethical Leadership and Firms’ Survival. View |
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Title: FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY IN EDUCATION PANCEA FOR EFFECTIVE MANAGEMENT OF PUBLIC SECONDARY SCHOOLS.pdf Author: Onuoha, Anne Nyegierefaka, John IIbi & Ohaka Eze Abstract: Abstract This paper focused on fiscal accountability in education as panacea for effective management of public secondary schools. Insufficient funds received by secondary schools which are a result of low budgetary allocations from the federal government on education. This mandates heads to ensure that available funds are efficiently managed and properly accounted for. Some of the benefits of fiscal accountability in secondary school management include the enhancement of productivity, record updating and heightening the sense of responsibility among staff, among others. Challenges that hinder effective fiscal accountability include poor financial record keeping, corruption and frequent change of education policies. This paper therefore suggests that principals should maintain up to date financial records, regularly audit financial accounting information and ensure total compliance with regulations on the financial activities of the school. This is very important because the goals of school management will not be achieved if available funds are poorly managed. View |
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Title: SOCIOLOGICAL THEORY IN CONTEMPORARY SOCIETY.pdf Author: VERONICA EKE, PhD. Abstract: Abstract The paper argued that society is in constant need of sociology to find solution to its numerous social problems. Sociological theory was presented as coherent ideas, organized and tested which provide logical explanations for given social phenomena. Sociological theories range from descriptions of single social processes to paradigms for analysis and interpretation. They are grouped into four theoretical traditions: functionalism, conflict, symbolic interactionism and utilitarianism the paper behaves that the trust of sociological theorizing is human social interaction or relations. It was highlighted that the main concern of sociology was the gust for social order and social control theory helps sociologists in finding solution to societal social problems. It helps sociologists in predicting future events it was further argued that sociological theories can be applied to political, economic, business, technological, socio-cultural and urban problems. Sociological theory provides society with the ingredients for explaining the nature, form or content of social action. View |
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Title: TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP AND AFFECTIVE COMMITMENT OF SELECTED TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS IN NIGERIA.pdf Author: Adebakin M.A., PhD., Adeleke Olusegun John & Okon Samuel Essien Abstract: Abstract The study examines the impact of transformational leadership style dimensions on affective commitment among employees in the Selected tertiary institution of Lagos State. The sampling units consist of academic staff (n= 195) non-academic staff (n=81) who are in the position of leadership. Simple random sampling technique was employed to select 350 participants for the study, out of which 276 respondents were used in the study. The results indicate that there is a statistically significant and positive relationship between some of the transformational leadership style dimensions and employees affective commitment, i.e intellectual stimulation(INTS), Articulating vision(ATVs), Inspirational communication(ISPC), Supportive Leadership(SUPT) and affective commitment at ( r=.165**, r=.269**, r=.239**, r=.145*) respectively. This implies that as transformational leadership style improves, there is a corresponding increase in the level of affective commitment. The study established a means to keep hold of the employee by inspiring their intensity of effectiveness commitment to the organization. This study suggested that leaders have to get used to transformational leadership style in other to boost the level of affective commitment in the employee of academic environments. It was also discovered that of all transformational leadership styles dimensions only personal recognition (PERS) is not significantly related to affective commitment. Keywords: Transformational Leadership, Affective commitment, Tertiary institutions. View |
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Title: RESTRUCTURING INCOME AND POVERTY PROBLEMS IN NIGERIA.pdf Author: Okowa I. Okowa & Augustine Joel L. Abstract: Abstract This paper examines the present poverty situation in Nigeria. It identifies unemployment, corruption, non-diversification of the economy, income inequality, laziness and poor education system to be some of the key factors contributing to poverty in Nigeria. This study centres more on high population growth rate as a major contributing factor to poverty by using line graph and component bar chart to buttress the research. The finding is that high population growth rate increases poverty in Nigeria. As a way of restructuring the economy, the study recommends that growth should be broad-based cutting across all sectors and inclusive of the large part of the workforce that poor men and women make up. Also that economic diversification and more investments should be made in agricultural sector to drive the economy on the part of growth. Keywords: Economic Restructuring, income inequality, and Poverty. View |
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Title: CUSTOMER SUPORT SERVICES AND CUSTOMER POST COMPLAINT BEHAVIOUR OF HOSPITALS IN NIGERIA..pdf Author: Doris Ademe –Godwin, PhD. & Onuoha A. Onuoha, PhD. Abstract: Abstract Given the strategic importance of customer support services in the service industry, this paper investigates the behavioural response of customers towards support services of hospitals in Nigeria. Data generated from 120 customers from four hospitals in two major towns in Abia State were analysed using Pearson product moment correlation coefficient and linear regression. Results suggest that customer support services and customer post-complaint behaviour are statistically related. Management of hospitals were therefore advised to focus their efforts on providing prompt and individualized support services that customers perceived as being important in shaping their post-complaint behaviour positively. Keywords: Support services, Customer satisfaction, repurchase intentions, Word-of-mouth, Hospitals. View |
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Title: THE IMPACT OF CAREER DEVELOPMENT ON STAFF COMMITMENT TO DUTY IN NIGERIA ORGANIZATIONS.pdf Author: Nsisuk H. Akpanabia, PhD. & Etifit John Abstract: Abstract This study adopted a descriptive survey in its design and covered a population of 30 senior staff members in Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC), Owerri branch. Due to the smallness of the population, the entire population was used as its sampled unit. Data was generated through a five point likert scale questionnaire, and the hypotheses tested with t-test (t) with the aid of the 20.0 version of statistical package for social sciences (SPSS 20.0). This paper concludes that organizations should begin to identify career development beyond just a onetime event or an act to incentivize employees. They should see it as a continuous process and a strategic activity of the human resource department that can ensure the attainment of both the economic and psycho-social need of the employees with the profit and sustainability goals of the organization. Sequel to the results obtained in this study, the following recommendations are made; Organizations should invest more in career development with special interest in innovation driven skills and that there is need to guarantee employees security if their commitment must be secured and sustained Keywords: Career Development, Staff Commitment, Duty in Nigeria View |
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Title: DETERMINANTS OF DIVIDEND PAY OUT EVIDENCE FROM THE NON FINANCIAL SECTOR.pdf Author: Chinwe Claire Amake, PhD. & Omokhudu Okuns Abstract: Abstract The objective of this study is to examine the determinants of dividend pay-out for non-financial companies listed on the Nigerian Stock Exchange. We used a panel data of 21 non-financial companies over the period 2012 - 2016. The data extracted was assembled so as to apply Probit model Regression. In doing this we categorize the non-financial firms into dividend-paying and non-dividend-paying firms. The results from the Probit model estimation showed that micro-economic variables such as profitability and firm size are positively associated with dividend pay-out, whereas growth was found to be an insignificant determinant of dividend pay-out. Also, the macro-economic variables such as inflation and exchange rate have a negative insignificant relationship with dividend while money supply has a positive but insignificant influence on dividend pay-out for non-financial firms in Nigeria. This result suggests that micro-economic variables are strong determinants of dividend pay-out while macro-economic variables are not. We therefore recommend that policy makers such as the Central Bank of Nigeria and the Ministry of Finance should review the impact of micro and macroeconomic variables on the NSE market development. Keywords: Dividend pay-out, inflation, exchange rate, money supply, profitability, firm size and growth. View |
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Title: ENVIRONMENTAL ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE OF LISTED FOOD AND BEVERAGES MANUFACTURING FIRMS IN NIGERIA..pdf Author: Ogbonna, Gabriel Nkwazema, PhD. & Ugwuezumba, Azuike Onyeke Abstract: Abstract The aim of this study is to examine the relationship between Environmental Accounting and Financial Performance of Listed Food and Beverages Manufacturing Firm in Nigeria. A sample size of eight (8) listed Food and Beverages Manufacturing Firms in Nigeria whose data were available on Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) from 2000 to 2016 were studied. A descriptive statistics is used for the analysis. One-way Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) and One Sample r Test were the statistical tools used to test the hypotheses. Statistical Package for Social Sciences version 20 was used for the test of hypotheses. The findings of this study revealed that environmental accounting represented by environmental costs have significant effect on the net profit margin; but no significant relationship exists between earning per share and dividend per share. Also, waste management costs have effect on net profit margin, dividend per share and earnings per share. Based on the findings, the study concludes that environmental costs and waste management costs influence the performance of Listed Food and Beverages Manufacturing Firms in Nigeria. In view of the foregoing findings and conclusion, this study recommends that all concerned organizations should develop plans that will focus on minimizing the impact of their activities on the environment; professional bodies and government should established standard compliance audit and inspectoral programme that will regularly control the rate of devastation on the environment. Also, Nigeria should join the developed countries on campaign for environment preservation and compulsory disclosure of environmental costs management in the financial statements. Keywords: Environmental Accounting, Financial Performance View |
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Title: ORGANIZATIONAL IMAGE IN THE PRACTICE OF INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS THE ISSUE OF EMOTIONAL BENEFITS.pdf Author: JOHN MARK, PhD. Abstract: Abstract Organizational image depends on a number of benefits derived by her publics. These benefits include that of functional benefits, economic benefits and emotional benefits. Scholars have argued considering the place of rewards and compensation system, that the economic benefit is one major factor that sustains employees and customers lasting impact or that can as well cause the employee to opt for a newer job. The paper then determined to find out among the benefits, the one that brands the organizations image more. Thirty staff with three selected banks were used as a survey; out of which ten staff were selected from each bank. The findings observed showed that most workers last more in some work place depending on the functional benefit they derive and not necessarily the economic as some argued. Recommendation then is that organizations pay attention to their functional benefit as a way to manage their image and maintain employees work lasting impact. Keywords: Organizational image, functional benefits View |