Scholarly Publication

Permanent URI for this collection

https://kwasuspace.kwasu.edu.ng/handle/123456789/50

Browse

Recent Submissions

Now showing 1 - 5 of 157
  • Thumbnail Image
    Item
    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.
  • Thumbnail Image
    Item
    IMPACT OF INTERNET FRAUD ON NIGERIA'S IMAGE IN THE GLOBAL COMMUNITY
    (2024) Salihu Hammed Alabi; Martins Olanrewaju Atunde
    Nigeria is a federal republic made up of 36 states plus the Federal Capital Territory, which is home to the nation's capital, Abuja. Lagos is the biggest city in Nigeria and the largest metropolitan region in both Africa and the world. More than 250 ethnic groups who speak 500 different languages and identify with a wide range of cultures live in the multinational state of Nigeria, while the three main ethnic groups are the Hausa in the north, the Yoruba in the west, and the Igbo in the east. Nigeria has the largest economy in Africa, ranking 39th in the world in terms of nominal GDP and 27th in terms of purchasing power parity (PPP), according to Abubakari (2022). Nigeria is often referred to as the Giant of Africa due to its size and economy. Given its ongoing political unrest and economic regression, it is already difficult for Nigeria to retain its position as the continent's largest nation; things will only get worse now that it is one of the nations that commit the most cybercrimes worldwide. According to a July 2021 Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) analytics insight report, Nigeria topped the list of the top 10 countries in the world for scammers, followed by China, India, and Brazil (FBI, 2021). Accordingly, Nigeria was identified as the focal point and source of malicious cyber activity in the FBI's Internet Crime Report for 2021, ranking it first among African countries based on the volume of complaints received from the USA (466,501), United Kingdom (303,949), Canada (5,788), and India (3,131). This is linked to individuals (nickname "yahoo-boys") who exploit the vulnerabilities in online systems, and make use of available internet-based services for fraudulent activities
  • Thumbnail Image
    Item
    ANALYSIS OF CONFLICTS BETWEEN SUFI AND SALAFI ULAMA (MUSLIM CLERICS) IN ILORIN EMIRATE
    (2022) Alabi Salihu Hammed
    The role of Sufi scholars in the spread of Islam in Nigeria and, in particular, Ilorin Emirate cannot be over emphasized. Over the years, the Sufis championed the spread of Islam through the trans-Saharan trade route across West Africa. This was accelerated as a result of the cultural beliefs and practices (such as use of charms, amulet, polygamous marriages etc.) inherent in most African communities prior the coming of Islam (Abdulkadir, 2015). Similarly, the people were as well attracted to Islam by the commercial opportunities provided by the Islamic scholar/traders i.e. the Sufis throughout the trading centers in West Africa. Ilorin is regarded as one of the major towns where Islam had early presence in Yorubaland. As far back as 18th century, scholars' extraction from Kanemi Borno, Sudan, Mali, and Hausaland had settled and established a similar tradition of scholarship centre at Oke Suna in Ilorin (Jimba, 2019). Expositing on the emergence of Sufism in Ilorin, Jimoh (1994) observed that the Tijaniyya was the oldest Sufi Order in Ilorin, which was projected majorly by Kanem Borno Ulama under the headship of Sheikh Tahir (also known as Sholagberu), while adherents flocked Oke Suna for daily Wasifa/ kuburah and exclusively on Fridays (Sufi congregational sets of prayers are also offered daily and weekly)
  • Thumbnail Image
    Item
    Minimum Wage Increases and the Welfare of Civil Servants in Nigeria’s Fourth Republic: A Comparative Analysis of Lagos and Osun States
    (Gusau International Journal of Management and Social Sciences (GIJMSS), Federal University Gusau., 2025-06-21) AbdulRasheed Hamza Bamidele; AbdulRauf Ambali; Aliyu Lukman Olalekan
    This study examines the impact of minimum wage increases on civil servants' welfare within the context of Nigeria’s Fourth Republic, focusing on Lagos and Osun States. Minimum wage policies play a crucial role in addressing economic inequality and improving living standards, yet their effectiveness in Nigeria faces significant challenges. The study employs both quantitative and qualitative methods, analysing survey data from civil servants to assess the effectiveness of minimum wage policies in addressing welfare issues. A total of 400 questionnaires were distributed, with 347 valid responses returned. Quantitative analysis using descriptive and inferential techniques, alongside thematic analysis of qualitative data, reveals that while minimum wage increments aim to improve living standards, challenges such as budget limitations, inflation, and administrative inefficiencies hinder their implementation. In Osun State, economic constraints, including delayed salary payments, emerged as significant barriers, while in Lagos, higher internally generated revenue enables smoother implementation, though rising living costs erode purchasing power gains. The study concludes that barriers such as inflation, budgetary constraints, and administrative challenges eroded and limit the benefits of minimum wage and recommends regular assessments, strengthened administrative capacity, and complementary welfare programs to enhance its effectiveness.
  • Thumbnail Image
    Item
    Civil society and democratic governance in Nigeria. In Governance and public administration in Africa
    (Ogun State: Olabisi Onabanjo University Publishing House20, 2025-04-30) Adedibu, A. A., Bamidele, A. H., & Aliyu, O.A.
    This chapter examines the role of civil society in promoting democratic governance, with a focus on emerging democracies such as Nigeria. Civil society, through its advocacy, lobbying, and grassroots mobilization, plays a critical role in ensuring government accountability, transparency, and the protection of human rights. The chapter highlights the mechanisms of influence employed by civil society organizations (CSOs), such as advocacy and lobbying, and how they work to shape public policies and engage citizens in the political process. It also discusses the challenges faced by civil society, including government repression, financial constraints and shrinking civic spaces, which hinder their ability to function effectively. The chapter further explores the role of international NGOs in supporting local CSOs and promoting democratic principles through electoral support, capacity-building and legal advocacy. The analysis uses a wide variety of secondary sources, such as scholarly research, and international publications. These sources provide robust evidence of the impact of civil society across various democratic contexts. It concludes by analysing the prospects for civil society in emerging democracies, emphasizing the importance of legal reforms, financial sustainability, and the adoption of digital tools to navigate political challenges. • Overall, civil society remains a critical pillar of democracy, and its continued support is essential for fostering stable and inclusive democratic institutions in countries with fragile political landscapes.