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A bibliometric analysis of green financing and renewable energy research for 2000-2023
(2024-12-08) Saidu Musa
This bibliometric analysis examines the research on green financing and renewable energy from 2000 to 2023. The study analyses the publication trends, most productive countries and institutions, frequently occurring concepts, and active and cited authors in this field. The findings reveal a significant increase in publications on green financing and renewable energy in recent years which highlights the increasing interest and investment in these fields, with China being the most productive country. The analysis of keywords highlights the focus on renewable energy, sustainability, and climate change. The study also identifies the most active and cited authors, as well as the top journals in this research area. Overall, the analysis underscores the growing interest and importance of green financing and renewable energy in addressing climate change and promoting sustainable development. The analysis presents future opportunities for research in the areas of green financing and renewable energy, as well as the development of sustainable finance and renewable energy solutions.
A COMPARATIVE ASSESSMENT OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT AUTONOMY AND DEMOCRATIC GOVERNANCE IN NIGERIAAND UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
(A PUBLICATION OF DEPARTMENT OF POLITICAL SCIENCE, UNIVERSITY OF ILORIN, ILORIN, NIGERIA, 2019) Asimiyu Olalekan MURANA; Abdul Rauf Ambali
This study is a comparative examination of local government autonomy and democratic governance in Nigeria and the United States of America (USA). The study aims at identifying the convergences and divergences in the system of local government and democratic governance in Nigeria and the USA. Ex-post facto research design was used in the study, and theory of decentrilisation of power was applied as the theoretical framework. This research argues that local government autonomy and democratic governance across the countries of the world depend largely on the nature and character of their politics. It reveals that local governments in the USAare better than local governments in Nigeria in the areas of financial autonomy and democratic governance. Though, in both countries there are no comprehensive financial autonomy since revenue are sourced from the state and central governments,it is admitted that Nigeria could learn from the system of local governments and democratic practices in the USA. The study recommends internally generated revenues as a major source of income for the local governments in both countries. The study also recommends that there is the need for Nigeria's local governments to embrace democratic tenents to promote effective service delivery to the people.
A CONCEPTUAL REVIEW OF URBAN SECURITY ISSUES AFFECTING HOSPITALITY AND EVENTS BUSINESSES
(Journal of Institutional Catering, Tourism and Hospitality Management, 2022) Akerele, Edward and Oloukoi, Grace
Studies have shown that security and safety issues are very critical to events and hospitality businesses. This paper provides a conceptual review of the nexus between safe, secured urban environment and the prosperity of tourism and hospitality industry with a focus on analyzing what the body of knowledge and theories uphold. A thematic review approach is used to identify the trends and patterns of arguments on criminality incentives, safety of guests and host communities and perceived elements of personal safety and organizational safety. It is evident that events and hospitality business provides potentials incentives and disincentives for criminality across urban space.
A Correlational Analysis of UTME and Post-UTME Performances
(Algerian Scientific Journal Platform, 2022) Ololade Mistura Aromasodun
This study aimed to empirically shed light on the debate concerning the scrapping of post UTME as an entrance examination in tertiary institutions in Nigeria. The study, therefore, examined whether there is a significant difference between UTME and post-UTME performances. Six tertiary institutions in Kwara State were selected for the study. A sample of 600 undergraduates was selected through simple random sampling across different departments in the institutions comprising 224 male and 349 female undergraduates, while 27 questionnaires were not returned. Data collected for the study were analysed using STATA 12.0 using correlation analysis and t-test. The results showed that there is a positive relationship between post-UTME and UTME. There is a low correlation coefficient (0.078) between UTME and post-UTME performance of the students. Based on the study of the findings of this study, the post-UTME examination should be retained as part of the admission process as it is significantly different from the UTME examination based on the t test conducted.
A Critical Analysis of the Assessment of Hotel’s Social Responsibility to its Host Communities
(Manuscript Scientific Service: Journal of Economics and Finance Research, 2025-03-06) Folorunso, Olusola Samson; Tinuoye, Olaleye I.; Osadare, Olukemi O.; Lawal, Olufunmilayo O.; Adebayo, Hauwa Mosunmola; Oyedun, Mayokun Adebayo
Hotels are under increased scrutiny to show how they are contributing to the betterment of their surrounding communities in the areas of environmental sustainability, community participation, and ethical business practices. The purpose of this study is to investigate the meaning of "social responsibility" in the hospitality business, and to analyze the techniques used to evaluate hotels' effects on their surrounding neighborhoods. Hotels' commitment to social responsibility may be gauged in part by looking at how they treat the local community, how they treat their employees, and what kind of environmental impact they have. Hotels may reduce their negative effects on the environment and improve the quality of life in their communities by using sustainable operating methods. In addition, hotels may contribute to the area's economic and social growth by forging partnerships with local businesses, launching charitable campaigns, and hosting cultural exchange programs. The hotel industry's rapid rise has had far-reaching consequences for the local ecosystem and population. Due to the nature of the hospitality industry as a for-profit business, hotels are held to specific community service duties. The results of this research show that running a hotel may have both beneficial and negative effects on the local population and its natural surroundings. Attracting visitors, creating jobs, supporting infrastructure development, and providing economic possibilities for the host community are all ways in which hotels may play an important part in the development of their host towns.
A critical assessment of workforce diversity management strategies on firms productivity: A study of some selected Food and Beverage Industries in Lagos State, Nigeria
(2018-12-16) Oyedele, O.O.; Issa, A.; Abu, Z.
Workforce diversity management is gradually being used and becoming acceptable as a significant organizational resource in esteems to whether the objective is to be an employer choice, to offer outstanding customer service, or to sustain a competitive advantage.This study examined the effectof workforce diversity management towards organizational performance which focuses into the food and beverage industry within the larger manufacturing sector. The study employed primary data mainly for revalidation of results and inferential information from secondary sources. The study adopted cross sectional research design and considered 3 multinational corporations in the food and beverage sector in Nigeria based on random sampling technique. The sample size constituted the lower, middle and senior level staff of the multinational Corporations at their headquarters and plants to achieve the objectives of this study based on the two hypotheses that were formulated. Both descriptive and inferential statistical techniques were employed. The statistical tools used included cross tabulations, Mean, Regression and Correlation analysis with the aid of SPSS computer packages. The results showed that leadership initiatives (LI) has a significant relationship with organizational success(OS) (at P =0.000). It was also observed that organizational creativity (OCr) has significant effect on organizational creativity (OCr) (at P =0.000).In conclusion, the study reflected that Workforce diversity represents both a challenge and an opportunity for business and corporate entity. Hence, no organization in this dispensation of Globalization can survive without workforce Diversity.
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.
A project of World Bank Global Development Finance for the Control of Poverty in Developing Countries
(American Journal of Humanities and Social Science (AJHSS) Volume 10, 2021, 2021) Mubarak Sulaiman Jamiu
Advancement help can't be apportioned simply on standards of selectivity. Pointers of good monetary advancement are not strong and connection of these markers with destitution mitigation isn't programmed; more accentuation should be given to reallocation arrangements. Shifts in thinking and practice concerning aid have posed serious challenges in monitoring and evaluation (M&E) for both donors and recipients, but progress in reform remains slow. Advancement help as a level of absolute streams is declining and is excessively little and wasteful to give adequate cradles to repeat worldwide emergencies. This article presents a diagnostic checklist that captures issues of M&E policy of World Bank. It applies Poverty and Social Impact Analysis (PSIA) test, randomized controlled trials and quasi-experimental designs to a review of the PRSP M&E arrangements of 10 aid dependent countries, which are recipient of World Bank Funds to demonstrate comparative strengths and weaknesses. Keywords: World Bank Funds, Monitoring and Evaluation, PRSP, Quasi-experimental Designs, 10Aid-dependent Countries
A Qualitative Analysis Of Conflict Management Style And Employees’ Performance Of Organizations In Northern Region Of Ghana
(Uganda Technology and Management University, 2023) Abdulazeez Alhaji Salau
The outcome of industrialisation and globalisation has lead organizations to be confronted with structural, staffing role, and resource allocation. This has resulted into various form of conflict and lead to significant changes in ways organization manage conflicts. In Ghana, one of the giant member states in West Africa is fast becoming industrialized and having challenges associated with the resulting complexity in both public and private sectors of the economy. The study thematically examined conflict management style and employee performance in selected organizations of northern region of Ghana. The study adopted phenomenology approach to understand the essence and underlying structure of conflict management styles through qualitative explorations of fifteen staff across the assemblies in the region. It is also established that the avoidance style mostly leads to avoidant decisions in organizations and also the avoidance style leads to avoidance of radical innovation which also bad for organizations and therefore the avoidance style is not not good for decision making and innovation in organizations. The study therefore recommended that employee should, imbibe the spirit of sacrifice and selflessness as a means of ensuring that conflicts are nipped at the bud before escalating.
A Qualitative Analysis Of Conflict Management Style And Employees’ Performance Of Organizations In Northern Region Of Ghana
(2020-12-12) Abu Zekeri; Abukari MOHAMMED; Abdulazeez Alhaji SALAU
The outcome of industrialisation and globalisation has lead organizations to be confronted with structural, staffing role, and resource allocation. This has resulted into various form of conflict and lead to significant changes in ways organization manage conflicts. In Ghana, one of the giant member states in West Africa is fast becoming industrialized and having challenges associated with the resulting complexity in both public and private sectors of the economy. The study thematically examined conflict management style and employee performance in selected organizations of northern region of Ghana. The study adopted phenomenology approach to understand the essence and underlying structure of conflict management styles through qualitative explorations of fifteen staff across the assemblies in the region. It is also established that the avoidance style mostly leads to avoidant decisions in organizations and also the avoidance style leads to avoidance of radical innovation which also bad for organizations and therefore the avoidance style is not not good for decision making and innovation in organizations. The study therefore recommended that employee should, imbibe the spirit of sacrifice and selflessness as a means of ensuring that conflicts are nipped at the bud before escalating.
A Qualitative Analysis Of Conflict Management Style And Employees’ Performance Of Organizations In Northern Region Of Ghana
(International Journal of Technology and Management, Uganda University, 2020-12-20) Issa ABDULRAHEEM; Abu Zekeri; Abukari MOHAMMED; Abdulazeez Alhaji SALAU
The outcome of industrialisation and globalisation has lead organizations to be confronted with structural, staffing role, and resource allocation. This has resulted into various form of conflict and lead to significant changes in ways organization manage conflicts. In Ghana, one of the giant member states in West Africa is fast becoming industrialized and having challenges associated with the resulting complexity in both public and private sectors of the economy. The study thematically examined conflict management style and employee performance in selected organizations of northern region of Ghana. The study adopted phenomenology approach to understand the essence and underlying structure of conflict management styles through qualitative explorations of fifteen staff across the assemblies in the region. It is also established that the avoidance style mostly leads to avoidant decisions in organizations and also the avoidance style leads to avoidance of radical innovation which also bad for organizations and therefore the avoidance style is not not good for decision making and innovation in organizations. The study therefore recommended that employee should, imbibe the spirit of sacrifice and selflessness as a means of ensuring that conflicts are nipped at the bud before escalating.
A QUALITATIVE EVALUATION OF COMPATIBILITY OF DIGITAL BANKING CHANNELS AND BEHAVIOUR OF NIGERIAN CONSUMERS
(Faculty of Management Sciences, Rivers State University, 2022) Abdulazeez Alhaji Salau
Digital banking channels are products of advances in Information and Communication Technology (ICT). The proliferation of telecommunications and the advancement of technology, especially mobile technology, have spurred growth of mobile banking. In Nigeria, the economy is largely cash oriented with increase in cash transactions despite the availability of technology for remote transactions. This indicated that a large number of people still prefer to do cash transaction than using digital channels. Hence, this study focused on the behaviour of customers who are hesitant to carry out financial transactions using digital banking channels. The study adopted an exploratory research approach using convenience sampling method to elicit information from eight selected bank customers through a semi structured interview guide as research instrument. Data was analyzed using thematic analysis which involved the identification of themes based on the responses to address the objectives of the study. The study revealed that the respondents have adequate knowledge of digital banking and are frequent users. Also, the respondents identified various levels of fraud as significant risks and expressed fear and concern about the safety of their transactions.
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.
A Reflection on the Challenges in Nigerian Agricultural Policies and the Way Forward
(Journal of Administrative Science, 2017) Abdul Rauf Ambali; Asimiyu Olalekan MURANA
This 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.
A Review of Administrative Reforms in Developing Countries: Why the Limited Success?
(Journal of Public Administration and Governance, 11 (2),156-177, 2021) 4. Aliyu, O A; Kuppusamy, S., & Norma, M. (2021)
This study survey critical issues that have thwarted administrative reform in the power sector with particular reference to developing countries. The study used endnote software to draw 221 articles from the database of 20 top public administration journals. However, only 86 articles were found useful after carefully sorting, and analysis. This was done to avoid duplication and ensure relevance to the main thrust of this study. Also, practical cases were cited to augment the conceptual and philosophical arguments of notable scholars analyzed. Evidence from the literature revealed that lack of political will and commitments on the partJournal of Public Administration and Governance of political actors, bureaucrats often truncates positive reform outcomes. Likewise, the reformers poor stakeholder engagement and mismatch of goals and implementation strategies. It is imperative to unravel problems hampering successful administrative reforms. This paper is important to expand the horizon of knowledge (theoretical knowledge) of current and future academics and practitioners. It also contributes to the literature on public sector management by suggesting pre-conditions for successful reform. This study provides a better understanding of obstacles to purposeful reform outcome in developing countries. Moreover, it also serves as a guide to reform implementers, policy-makers, and practitioners towards purposeful reform outcomes
A REVIEW OF ENTREPRENEURIAL CLUSTER INITIATIVES AND ITS ADOPTION AS STRATEGIC TOOL IN AGRI-BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT: EVIDENCED FROM KWARA
(LAGOS STATE UNIVERSITY, OJO FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, 2017-11-10) Abdulazeez Alhaji Salau
The global interest in the study of the cluster has increased significantly in the last decade. The attention and recognition accorded this important phenomenon derive from the fact that it is closely related to competitiveness and innovation, and thus it has been traditionally applied to sectors that focus on innovation as a core value, such as information technology, electronics, car manufacturing, biotechnology, and oil and gas industry. Clusters are conspicuous and universal features of today’s economy. For decades, the conventional wisdom among local Nations pursuing growth was to attract a large firm to relocate to their domain. (Greenstone, Michael, Richard Hornbeck & Enrico Moretti, 2010). Today, many policymakers state that they want their regions ‘to be the next Silicon Valley’. Policymakers are especially eager to announce the launch of an entrepreneurial cluster in a hot industry particularly Agriculture
A Review of the economist’s approach to pollution and its control
(2019) Musa Ilias Biala
Pollution, being a social and environmental problem, has been a subject of inquiry by environmental economists. Environmental economists see pollution as an externality problem or a market failure, and have therefore investigated factors affecting pollution and its control. Consequently, they advocate the use economic instruments to control pollution. However, despite the widely acclaimed potency or effectiveness of economic instruments in the literature, their real-world application has not caught on, the situation which could be caused by the shortcomings associated with the application of economic instruments. This paper, therefore, critically reviews economic approach to pollution and its solutions, with a view to providing ways the associated shortcomings or problems could be overcome. The paper also conceptualizes and classifies pollution as well as externalities into different taxonomies. Examining the taxonomies will prove useful in designing policy measures to combat various types of pollution, for each type requires a unique policy measure. Failure to recognize the distinctions among the different types of pollution may lead to counterproductive policies. One of the factors found to be responsible for the weak application of the instruments in the real world is implementation costs. An option recommended for policymakers is to minimize those costs associated with implementing economic instruments by designing pollutant-specific policies, while other tractable problems should be tackled as recommended in this paper.
A REVIEW OF THE IMPACT OF GOVERNMENT POLICIES ON THE TOURISM INDUSTRY IN NIGERIA
(Elizade University Journal of Research in Hospitality and Tourism Management, 2024) Folorunso, Olusola Samson; Odetoye, Adeola Sunday
This study examines the multifaceted impact of government policies on the tourism industry, exploring both positive and negative effects. Through a comprehensive analysis, the study dissects into how government interventions can shape the tourism landscape, either fostering growth and sustainability or posing challenges and constraints. Through the investigation of specific examples of government policies that have positively influenced tourism, such as financial support during crises, promotion of domestic travel, and strategic investments in marketing, this research aims to provide insights into effective policy measures for enhancing the tourism sector. The study adopted a desk review research method and the relevant reviewed literature were subjected to content analysis. This study utilizes a comparative analysis approach to examine existing tourism policies, planning strategies, and economic impacts, focusing on case studies relevant to Nigeria. Data from academic literature, reports, policy documents, and official publications related to tourism policy, planning, and economic impact in the selected case studies between the years 2015-2024 were analysed and compared to identify common trends, challenges, and best practices in tourism policy formulation, planning, and economic contribution across the selected case studies. The findings highlight the importance of tailored policy approaches that balance economic development with environmental and social considerations, ultimately contributing to a more resilient and sustainable tourism ecosystem.
A REVISIT OF EXCHANGE RATE VOLATILITY AND TRADE FLOW IN NIGERIA
(Journal of Studies in Social Sciences and Humanities, 2022) Ahmed Oluwatobi ADEKUNLE
Since the advent of floating exchange rate in Nigeria, exchange rate has been highly volatile. Excessive volatility has severe implications for international trade. This study revisits the long- standing debates on the link between exchange rate volatility and trade flow for the Nigerian economy, 1980-2020. We employ the Granger causality tests based on VECM\VAR model. The results show evidence for a bi-directional causality from trade to exchange rate volatility and vice versa. Since the Nigeria seeks export promotion, there is need to undertake measures that will check excessive fluctuations beyond fundamentals needed for the. Hence, we suggest that monetary authority should continue its periodic exchange rate intervention to curtail excessive swings. This should be carefully done to maintain policy rate that will not be counter- productive.

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