An Evaluation of the Awareness and Behaviour of Journalists in Campaign for Child Rights Act in Nigeria

An Evaluation of the Awareness and Behaviour of Journalists in Campaign for Child Rights Act in Nigeria   CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of the Study (Owolabi,2012) defines a child as a person under the age of 18 under the Child's Rights Act and the African Children's Charter. The Child's Right Act of 2003 is a Nigerian law that protects the rights of all children. The Child's Right Act has been enacted as a state legislation in 24 of Nigeria's 36 states thus far. As a result, twelve (12) states in Nigeria have yet to incorporate the Child's Right Act into their legislation, out of the 36 states in the country. Nigeria passed the Child Rights Act in 2003 to domesticate the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child. The Children's Rights Act of 2003 extends to children the human rights guaranteed by Nigeria's 1999...

Alternative Funding of Public Libraries

Alternative Funding of Public Libraries   ABSTRACT This study was carried out to examine alternative funding of public libraries using Rivers State Library, Port Harcourt as case study. Specifically, the studywas aimed at investigating the need for an alternative funding sources of public libraries, investigate the different alternative funding sources of public libraries, investigate the challenges of alternative funding of public libraries, and proffer possible solutions to the identified challenges of alternative funding of public libraries. The study employed the survey descriptive research design. A total of 30 responses were validated from the survey. From the responses obtained and analysed, the findings revealed that the need for an alternative funding sources of public libraries is that it helps to enhances service delivery,...

Statistical Analysis on Consumption of Kerosine

Statistical Analysis on Consumption of Kerosine   CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Household Energy consumption accounts for about 80% of total energy consumption in developing countries while cooking energy account for about 95% of this. Energy for cooking could be in form of fuel wood, charcoal, sawdust, kerosene, gas and electricity. Cooking energy has environmental implication as well as affects income of women who primarily cook for family as efficient cooking energy gives time for other income generating activities 1.1 HISTORICAL BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY The strives for survival coupled with geometric population growth worsened by extreme poverty in most of the developing countries as well as the quest for more comfort are the major causes of natural resources depletion the world over. One of the environmental resources over-exploited in...

A Critical Study on the Impact of Organizational Culture in the Banking Industry

A Critical Study on the Impact of Organizational Culture in the Banking Industry   CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1       Background of the study ,  Organizations create their own culture, which contains the principles for which they want to be recognized and characterized, as well as a regular pattern of conduct (Schein, 2005; Wheelen & Hunger, 2006). Organizational culture may be influenced by the activities and purposes of organizations that have functioned effectively in the past and have translated into conventions, behavior, and expectations regarding ideal ways of thinking (Kotter & Hesket, 2000). If an organization's ideals do not appear to be entrenched in a continuous pattern of conduct, there is no culture. When the culture's ideals are recognized and followed consistently, consistency becomes a defining feature...

A Survey on the Factors Limiting the Performance of Police in Nigeria

A Survey on the Factors Limiting the Performance of Police in Nigeria   CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1       Background of the study Security is pivotal in the conduct of human affairs from time immemorial. According to Agekome (2000), Security is a familiar cliché that has currency over the years. When a society is secure and peaceful, it enjoys rapid economic and social development. But a restive and insecure society is a breeding ground for chaos, lawlessness and anarchy, hence, the need for a vibrant, efficient and effective Police Force that can maintain law and order in society, and ensure peaceful coexistence among citizens in a secure and safe environment.             The Police, a body of officers representing the civil authority of government, are typically responsible for maintaining public order and...

An Analysis of the Competency Required of Principals for Effective Financial Management in Secondary Schools

An Analysis of the Competency Required of Principals for Effective Financial Management in Secondary Schools CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1    BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY Education is a powerful transformational instrument in any community and should be valued highly. It is the learning of information and skills necessary for individual, group, and organizational growth at all levels and sectors of life. Education has long been seen as critical to personal and societal development in all countries across the world (Ogunu, 2000). Various declarations on education have been issued at the global and national levels in recognition of the vital role of education in the development of man and contemporary society. Considering governments' massive investment in public education, its outcome in terms of student quality, an apparent reduction in student...

An Analysis of the Uses and Gratifications of Televangelism in Nigeria (a Case Study of Aba, Residents)

An Analysis of the Uses and Gratifications of Televangelism in Nigeria (a Case Study of Aba, Residents) CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1      Background of the study Evangelists have not looked back since the establishment of the Christian commission, and they have employed many tactics to guarantee that the "Good News" reaches every man on the planet. The mainstream media, particularly radio, television, and, more recently, the Internet, have shown to be effective in carrying out this commission for the evangelists (Kunock, I. 2016). According to  Mokaya, E. (2015) Television has grown into an essential tool for communicating Christian theology and ideas through words and pictures in order to win people and link them to God, which is a vital aspect of Christianity. As a result of this usage, the term "teleevangelism" was coined. Naggar,...

An Investigation on the Utilization of Information and Communication Technology (Ict) Among Agricultural Extension Workers in Nigeria.

An Investigation on the Utilization of Information and Communication Technology (Ict) Among Agricultural Extension Workers in Nigeria. CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of the study             The value and significance of appropriate and timely accessible information in the life and direction of any organization cannot be over stressed, since diligent and objective observation have demonstrated that no individual or organization can achieve its objectives while functioning in a vacuum. Information may be utilized as a tool, resources, commodity or product. The rising value and usage of information as a commodity have given rise to the demand for the development of quicker and more efficient systems for gathering, storing and transmitting it. While the achievement of these have further resulted to the proliferation of...

Assessment of Communication Methods Used in the Campaign for Women Empowerment Ideas in Imo State

Assessment of Communication Methods Used in the Campaign for Women Empowerment Ideas in Imo State CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1       Background of the study             Poverty is the state of not having enough money or material goods to live comfortably. Poverty is defined as a state of being unable to meet one's fundamental necessities. In this regard, significant efforts are being undertaken all over the world to increase the rate of economic growth and development so that it transcends all gender lines. In order to solve the development issue, new horizons for development facilitation have emerged, such as poverty eradication, women's empowerment, and education enhancement. Better Life for Rural Women-BLRW, Family Support Programme-FSP, Family Economic Advancement Programmes-FEAP, and I-CareWomen and Youth Initiatives...

Assessment of Coping Strategies of Small Scale Businesses in Post-lockdown Era in Benue State

Assessment of Coping Strategies of Small Scale Businesses in Post-lockdown Era in Benue State CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background Of The Study The emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic brought about changes worldwide, including Nigeria. According to KPMG (2020), the pandemic pressured policymakers and supervisory institutions across the globe, sparking off several mitigating initiatives by government agencies to combat the potential negative social-economic impacts on households and businesses. Jorda, Singh, and Taylor (2020) noted that the COVID-19 Pandemic most negatively impacted businesses, while few businesses were positively affected. The virus resulted in bankruptcy and economic shutdown for many industries as consumers stayed at home. The widespread lockdown measures, among other restrictions, immediately and effortlessly affected...

Critical Survey on Fuel Price Changes and Its Effect on Nigeria Economy

Critical Survey on Fuel Price Changes and Its Effect on Nigeria Economy CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of the study Crude oil is one of the world's most basic energy sources, and it plays a critical role in the growth and development of many economies. Because of the demand for this commodity, the oil market is susceptible to market forces of supply and demand, which generate price fluctuations. Changes in the price of oil, according to Blanchard and Gali (2007), are an important cause of economic volatility, with the resulting effect causing a worldwide shock that can disrupt numerous economic activity at once. This shock is thought to have a comparable effect as events like as a drop in growth rate, high unemployment rate, and high inflation rate, even if the size and sources of these shocks may differ. A rise in oil prices will...

Democratic Leadership Style and Its Impact on Organizational Decision Making and Growth

Democratic Leadership Style and Its Impact on Organizational Decision Making and Growth CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background Of The Study The kind of leadership employed in an organization determines the extent to which it is effective or ineffective. According to Anees (2013), leadership is critical in every institution or organization because of its far-reaching implications for goal achievement and organizational progress. The effectiveness of social systems is seen to be primarily contingent on the quality of leadership. According to Azka, Tahir, Aslam, and Syed (2011), depending on the leadership style used in the firm, subordinates are either favorably or negatively influenced in terms of achieving corporate objectives. As a result, leadership style is a critical factor in an organization's success or failure. According to Fiedler...
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