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THE ROLE OF RACIAL HARMONY IN NATION BUILDING
(2004) Abdul Rauf Ambali
A Reflection on the Challenges in Nigerian Agricultural Policies and the Way Forward
(Journal of Administrative Science, 2005) Abdul Rauf Ambali; Asimiyu Olalekan MURANA
his study examines the Nigerian Agricultural Policies before and after independence. The paper employs secondary source of collecting data. The study reveals that despite the soundness of most of the Nigerian Agricultural Policies, there is a real short fall between the expectations and results. It also identified some of the challenges of the reviewed policies which have been hitherto affecting the translation of these ambitious policy documents into realities. Based on the findings of this paper, it was recommended that government should redouble its efforts in implementing various policies and programmes, adopting a consistent policy measures, avoiding unjustifiable policy reversals, partnering with relevant inter-governmental organizations in order to attract the much-needed private sector capital injections into the agricultural sector, as well as increasing the expertise to make the sector become the engine of growth in Nigeria.
The Impact of Economic Development on Water Pollution: Trends and Policy Actions in Malaysia
(Springer Science + Business Media, B.V. 2007, 2006-08-09) Suleyman A. Muyibi; Abdul Rauf Ambali
The paper examines the impact of development activities on water pollution in Malaysia. Hence, the main objective of this paper is not just to examine the trends of development-induced water pollution around the region of the country but to know where the problems are and the policy measures taken by the government. It evaluates the probable causative relationship between problems introduced due to technology employed in water pollution control and governmental policy measures. It examines the relationship between development indicators as sources of pollution and polluted rivers over a period of 12 years. The findings of the paper have shown that despite the policy enforcement actions against the identified sources of water pollution, all the three development indicators (chosen based on those identified sources) still accounted for high percentage of river pollution in Malaysia. The findings of the paper were used to identify the central fact of the location of the problem. Some crucial conclusions of where the problems likely to be, as reflected in the findings, are: (a) the issue of interactive-effects between pollutants that many policy-makers are not aware of. This is when policy measures concentrate only on one source of water pollution; (b) the enforcement strength and/or effectiveness of policy measures themselves; (c) financial constraints to invest in appropriate technology especially sewerage systems for controlling human source of water pollution in the country; as well as those confronting small polluting industries (d) finally, lack of cooperation between government and private business firms to comply with regulatory policies for water pollution control.
Development-Induced Water Pollution in Malaysia: Policy Planning, Instruments for Protection and Emerging Issues
(European Journal of Social Sciences, 2007-04-07) Professor. Abdul Rauf Ambali
Development program is primarily the target of any government to uplift the standard of life of its people. However, in the course of these developmental programs, the basic unit of life upon which the people depends, especially water resources, becomes the price for the costs of such development activities. Hence, this is considered as trade-off between development program, which is compulsory, and degradation of environmental resources at large. The paper, therefore, examined the strategic policy planning and instruments used by the government to balance between these environmental resources and development, with special reference to water. In the course of this investigation, various environmental integration policies with development plans were examined. In addition, the strategic instruments such as polluter-pay principle, contravention licence, effluent standards and the issues associated with each of them, which are likely to affect the policy implementation procedures and/or jeopardize the objectives of the policy programs for pollution abatement were examined.
AN OVER VIEW OF ETHNIC MILITIAS AND ITS EFFECT ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF AFRICA: NIGERIA AS A CASE STUDY
(2010) Alabi Salihu Hammed
Africa is one of the most diversified cultural continent in the world. While such extensive diversity is not unique to Africa, given the geographical size of the continent as the second largest continent in the world; the profusion of this cultural variation sometimes gives the impression of unending differences. Africa unending conflicts reveal a tragic exposition of human tragedy. This is because ethnicity induced conflict in Africa keep on recurring in various part of the continent, one fact that must be accepted is that, with the emergence of nation- states at the demise of colonialism, people of different ethnic backgrounds were lumped together and this historical antecedent has continue to feature prominently in Africa politics. Ethnic group with large numbers were put together with those with not so large in number, hence almost every African country has majority and minority. Such ethnic groups persistently cry of disparity or unequal treatment by the government or state with their counterparts in the polity. They form impression that they are denied their fair share in the areas of political participation. Nigeria with a large number of ethnic groups. inequalities among them are size, education and access to state power and resources. There are highly developed and fractionalized indigenous bourgeoisie, which made her ethnic situation perhaps the most complicated in Africa. Some of the ethnic and religious militants have constituted themselves into private armies thereby creating serious ethnic conflicts. This study, therefore, relies on context analysis as its methodology to examine ethnic militias in Africa with particular reference to Nigeria. It also examines the effects of ethmic conflicts on the country's search for unity, and identifies the possible issues for resolution. The study also proffered suggestions on how to curb ethnic conflicts in Nigeria.
SMOKING AND ITS CHALLENGES FOR THE PEOPLE IN THE SOCIETY
(GOOD LUCK ILORIN, 2010-03-10) ALFABANNI TUNDE AHMED
THE BOOK EXPLAINED THE GAP BETWEEN AGAPE AND FAKE LOVE IN THE LIFE OF HUMAN BEING..
INDEPENDENT NATIONAL ELECTORAL COMMISSION (INEC) AND THE CONDUCT OF 2011 ELECTION IN NIGERIA: A PARADIGM SHIFT
(International Journal of Politics and Good Governance, 2011-06-05) Alabi Abdulahi & Sakariyau Rauf T
It is an established fact that Nigerian’s electoral process has always been marred with irregularities; the 2011 election is a paradigm shift in the history of electioneering in the country. Though some challenges were encountered in the conduct of the elections, INEC was given a pass mark by both local and international observers and thus made the general election a watershed. This makes it imperative in this paper to examine the conduct of the 2011 general elections in Nigeria. The paper infers that if the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) can be built out of political influence and move away from status quo where a political party dominates the constitution of drivers of INEC there is every tendency that there will be a better conduct of election in the future. The paper taps various means of getting relevant materials to put this study together for onward academic utilization and to reshape the conduct of Nigeria’s forthcoming general elections. KEY WORDS: Election, Paradigm, Democracy, Sustainability.
A Primer in Public Policy Analysis Techniques and Methods
(Published by: IIUM Press International Islamic University Malaysia, 2012) Garoot Suleiman Eissa; Abdul Rauf Ambali
A Primer in Public Policy Analysis Techniques and Methods
(©IIUM Press, IIUM, 2012) Garoot Suleiman Eissa; Abdul Raufu Ambali
This is a concise introductory text for undergraduates at the advanced level, produced for the main purpose of presenting a field of knowledge that is judged as difficult and requiring much preparation in economics and quantitative methods in a manner that is simple and conducive to student learning. Textbooks in this field are generally considered difficult by students at this level of instruction. Nonetheless, the present text discusses the most central issues in policy analysis, in simple terms and reviews the basic techniques employed to guide analysis. However, the book may also prove useful in another dimension: the use of local examples and cases in addition to the authors’ own examples which would serve to ease students’ comprehension. Popular texts such as Dunn (1994) or Weimer and Vining (1999) often address American readers and use American examples throughout. Another book on welfare economics is also required at the undergraduate level but one which we usually use in postgraduate classes. The need for a primer on the subject thus appears timely. The first chapter of this book defines, rationalizes and explains public policy as well as the practice of public policy analysis. The second chapter discusses relevant issues as a useful background to policy analysis: the policymaking process and the place of policy analysis in it; policy analysis as welfare economics; policy analysis as rational choice; and finally, policy analysis in political decision making. The authors are of the opinion that policy analysis is a combination of all of these approaches. Chapter three is the first chapter pertaining to the process of analysis; it handles problem analysis, which includes problem identification, problem definition, problem structuring and problem modeling. The fourth chapter seeks to explain the techniques and methods of forecasting, classified under quantitative or qualitative techniques. Forecasting is central to policy analysis because the consequences of policies, aimed at finding solutions to social problems, and since it involves the future, it is important to speculate about the future.
FRAUD-FREE ELECTION
(MUSTAPHA AKANBI FOUNDATION, 2012-05-03) AKANNI, WALIYU OLADOTUN
Environmental Policy In Malaysia: Biomedical Waste, Strategies And Issues
(Journal of Administrative Science, 2013) Abdul Rauf Ambali; Ahmad Naqiyuddin Bakar; Ahmad Naqiyuddin Bakar
Management of waste is a general acute problem around the globe. Waste management is of great concern as urbanization and economic development increase leading to generation of larger quantity of waste materials. The management of waste materials requires immediate attention of the newly emerging economy country such as Malaysia. To be more specific, biomedical wastes are becoming a topic of one cannot deny the important roles play by biomedical science and its activities on human life and fitness. However, these activities can generate some wastes that pose severe effects on human health and environment at large, especially if there is no proper management policy in place. Although some may argue that waste is generally unavoidable by-product of most human activities but the provision of expanded healthcare facilities today have added substantial quantities of biomedical waste into waste stream with severe environmental and human health consequences. This paper examines the level of biomedical waste in Malaysia. It also addresses the impacts of these biomedical wastes and the strategic measures taken by Malaysian government. Finally, it identifies some potential issues associated with policy measures and put forward some policy recommendations for precautionary measures in the future.
Environmental Policy In Malaysia: Biomedical Waste, Strategies And Issues
(Journal of Administrative Science, 2013) Abdul Rauf Ambali; Ahmad Naqiyuddin Bakar; Farah Murni Merican
Management of waste is a general acute problem around the globe. Waste management is of great concern as urbanization and economic development increase leading to generation of larger quantity of waste materials. The management of waste materials requires immediate attention of the newly emerging economy country such as Malaysia. To be more specific, biomedical wastes are becoming a topic of one cannot deny the important roles play by biomedical science and its activities on human life and fitness. However, these activities can generate some wastes that pose severe effects on human health and environment at large, especially if there is no proper management policy in place. Although some may argue that waste is generally unavoidable by-product of most human activities but the provision of expanded healthcare facilities today have added substantial quantities of biomedical waste into waste stream with severe environmental and human health consequences. This paper examines the level of biomedical waste in Malaysia. It also addresses the impacts of these biomedical wastes and the strategic measures taken by Malaysian government. Finally, it identifies some potential issues associated with policy measures and put forward some policy recommendations for precautionary measures in the future.
e-Participation Among Members of Parliament in Malaysia: Evaluation of Individual Factors
(Technology Acceptance Model. Information Systems Research, 2013-06-12) Norsyahida Zaharudin; Ahmad Naqiyuddin Bakar; Abdul Raufu Ambali; Rugayah Hashim
—The purpose of this paper is to provide insights and empirical evidence on internet usage among the Members of Parliament (MP) in Malaysia. In tandem with the globalization, information and communication technology (ICT) usage has become ubiquitous. As such, politicians and MPs should fully utilize the internet-based tools to reach out to their constituent members. The Parliament of Malaysia, in responding to this phenomenon has provided the infrastructure for more e involvement and e-engagement with their peers and the constituent that they represent. Regardless of race and gender, many MPs especially young politicians are into ICT usage and have taken the initiative on e-participation into their own hands and pace. Therefore, the objective of the study is to examine the relationship between individual factors (perceived usefulness; perceived ease-of-use and perceived self-efficacy) and the MPs e engagement. Through cross-sectional design, the sample size was 222 MPs from the House of Representative in Malaysia. Data collections were done through interviews, surveys and the evaluation of the MPs personal web site.
DEMOCRACY AND POLITICS OF GODFATHERISM IN NIGERIA: THE EFFECTS AND WAY FORWARD
(International Journal of Politics and Good Governance, 2013-12-24) Alabi Abdullahi; Sakariyau, Rauf Tunde
Political godfatherism is one of the factors that embedded democratic setting in Nigeria since first republic. In view of this, this research work is primarily designed to examine democracy and politics of godfatherism in Nigeria with emphasis on its effects and way forward. The study adopts primary and secondary data to analyze some critical issues, like political violence, vote buying, disenfranchisement and some other political and socio-cultural factors that embedded democratic setting in Nigeria since 1999 till current political dispensation engaged by godfathers and godsons. The study further explores the relationship between godfathers and godsons with a particular attention to who become the next strongmen in the area of politics and who retains the status quo. This study examines some key concepts, such as democracy, political violence and political godfatherism. Finally, the study concludes with recommendations in order to ensure good governance and political stability in Nigeria.
CLIMATE CHANGE AND HUMAN SECURITY IN NIGERIA
(Centre for Peace and Strategic Studies, University of Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria, 2014-01) Akanni, Dotun
There is compelling evidence that the challenge of climate change is increasingly undermining human security which in turn presents a critical test for Nigeria's fragile security situation. This is premised on the fact that in Nigeria, the environment is the main source of livelihood for majority of the people. Ironically, conflicts related to the environment, other socio-economic and political factors are common in the country. This vulnerability is a function of the country's reliance on climate-dependent resources; weak governance; low development and frequent ethnic and political conflicts. Little wonder, Nigeria is often portrayed as the climate change hot spot and one of the countries that is suffering from the double-headed risk of climate change and insecurity. It is against this background that this paper was conceived. It focuses on the growing threats of climate change as they impinge on human security in Nigeria. This work further discusses some of the off-shoots of climate change which create the causal chords to social crisis, civil unrest and ultimately threaten national security. Gaia theory enriches this study and is theoretically analyzed. This paper concludes that climate change impacts not only present serious future security threat but indeed, they are already adversely affecting Nigeria and may further deepen the already fragile security situation, weaken the country's limited governance capacity and overwhelm the coping capacity of majority of Nigerians.
Assessment of factors affecting the Performance of Civil Servants in Kwara State, Nigeria
(University of Maiduguri, 2014-03-17) Ameen Abdulateef; Ifatimehin Olayemi Olufemi; Alabi Abdullahi
Performance
Engaging New Media Effects for Democratic Consolidation in Nigeria: Issues, Prospects and Challenges
(Proceedings of the 5th International Conference on International Studies (ICIS) 2014, 2014-05-25) Ibrahim O.Salawu86
The problem of complexity in Nigerian politics and the weakness of social cohesion constitute a great clog to Nigeria’s socio political and economic development. The emergence of new media such as internet, Facebook and YouTube with their quantum leap in information flow has impacted greatly on the political landscape bridging the hitherto wide information gap between government and the governed in Nigeria. This paper examines the theoretical basis for new media, using a descriptive analytical method, and tries to rationalize the link between new media and the quest for democratic consolidation. The paper will also examine the inherent challenges using Nigeria’s experience and will critically examine the dominant arguments amongst new media analysts of its sufficiency in entrenching democracy. It suggests a multi pronged approach to tackling the pervasive nature of poverty the unbridled level of corruption in governance and the challenge of terrorism in the country. These will engender an atmosphere for a robust engagement between government, business sector and civil society entities leading to produce new media effects for democratic consolidation in Nigeria.
Transformative Leadership and Public Governance: The Role of Character and Values in Service Delivery in Nigeria
(FUW CENTRE FOR RESEARCH JOURNAL OF MANAGEMENT & SOCIAL SCIENCES (FUWCRJMSS), 2014-11-01) AbdulRasheed Hamza Bamidele; Akeem Ayanda Araba; Lukman Omomeji Shehu
This paper investigates the crucial role of transformative leadership and public governance in improving service delivery in Nigeria, emphasising the significance of character and values. Using secondary sources and a case study approach centered on Nigeria, the paper investigates how ethical leadership is critical for creating trust, accountability, and integrity within public institutions, which are critical components for good governance and service provision. The study looks at a variety of secondary sources. The conclusion emphasizes the importance of long-term commitment to ethical principles and value-driven leadership in Nigeria's journey to a more fair and prosperous society. The study makes several recommendations, including the need for comprehensive ethical training, strong transparency and accountability procedures, citizen engagement, strengthened legislative frameworks, and the use of technology to support ethical government.
Comparative Study of 2011 and 2015 Presidential Elections in Nigeria
(IOSR Journal Of Humanities And Social Science (IOSR-JHSS), 2015-12) Araba, Akeem Ayanda and Odunayo Joseph Braimah
Presidential, Election, Political Parties, Parliament
ECONOMIC IMPLICATIONS OF RIVER ASA WATER POLLUTION VIS-À-VIS FARMING ACTIVITIES ALONG ITS BANKS IN ILORIN ENVIRONS, NIGERIA
(Proceedings of the conference of the National Association of Agricultural Economists held at FUT Owerri 2016, 2016) Oladimeji, Y.U., 1Abdulsalam, Z., Adepoju, S.A., Adisa, O.Y. & Abdulrahman, S.
ABSTRACT The study was carried out in River Asa of Ilorin, Nigeria to assess physicochemical parameters of the water and level of its pollution vis-à-vis the farming activities along its banks. A two stage systematic random sampling technique was used to select 120 fishery and vegetable farming households used for this study. Both descriptive and inferential statistics were used to analyse the data. Surface water samples were also collected, analysed and measured for some physicochemical properties. The pH, dissolved oxygen and temperature were measured with their respective meters. Total dissolved solid, Nitrate and Ammonia were determined using standard methods recommended by the American Public Health Association. Heavy metals were determined using Atomic Absorptions Spectrophotometer. The study established a differential physicochemical property among pre and post River Asa water. Result also revealed that fish caught per fisher folk and crop output per ha differed between the two settlements largely due to the level of discharged of domestic and industrial effluents into River Asa. This could have direct relationship with reasonable mean fish output recorded in Laduba (286.5Kg per fisherfolk per month) and Kajola-Afon (280.3Kg). However, Asa-osin and Lower-Asa fishing settlements recorded a lower fish output of 155.3Kg and 129.2Kg respectively. A suitable indicator could be developed through tchdogs in collaboration with all water users to measure activities of all Asa river users to ensure that the water resources are managed sustainably and transparently to support inclusive economic and human development.

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