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Salary disparities within the civil service and its impact on worker performance: An examination of Kwara and Oyo States in Nigeria
(Malaysian Management Journal. UUM Press, Universiti Utara Malaysia, 2026-07-06) Adegoroye A. A; AbdulRasheed H Bamidele; Amin Amin
This research investigated the issue of salary disparities within the civil service and its impact on worker performance in two states in Nigeria. It examined the key factors contributing to salary disparities and the impact of these disparities within the civil service of Kwara and Oyo States, Nigeria. The study has drawn upon the theoretical underpinnings of equity theory. Due to the nature of the study, a descriptive survey approach was employed. It used the questionnaire as the primary source of data, and secondary data sources included the Internet, textbooks, and journals. The study analysed the views of civil servants in the Nigerian states of Kwara and Oyo. Findings indicate a prevalence of bureaucratic and economic factors exacerbating compensation inequalities. Moreover, inadequate wage review procedures further demotivated and caused dissatisfaction among civil servants. The research underscores the detrimental impact of these disparities on organisational dynamics, employee commitment, and turnover rates, ultimately affecting service quality. Recommendations included the need for transparent decision-making processes, regular reviews of compensation systems, and policy modifications to ensure equity and meritocracy within civil service sectors. The conclusion is that addressing salary discrepancies is crucial for enhancing employee motivation and optimising organisational performance in the Nigerian civil service
THE INTERPLAY OF RELIGION AND CONFLICT: PATHWAYS TO SUSTAINABLE PEACE BUILDING IN NIGERIA
(WUKARI INTERNATIONAL STUDIES, 2025-06) Akeem, A. A., *Tawakalitu, B. Y.,* & Sheu, L. O.,
ABSTRACT Religion serves a dual function in societies, sometimes acting as a source of conflict, while also being a powerful means for fostering peace. In Nigeria, where religious diversity is significant, tensions between major faith groups, especially Christianity and Islam, have often led to violent conflicts. These tensions are frequently compounded by political, ethnic, and economic factors. Despite this, religion has also played a crucial role in peace-building efforts through interfaith dialogue and reconciliation initiatives. This study i) investigates the intricate relationship between religion and conflict in Nigeria, ii) It also evaluates the contributions of religious leaders, faith-based organizations, and interfaith dialogues in promoting reconciliation, social cohesion, and peace-building efforts, iii) identifies key factors that shape the interplay between religious identities and conflict dynamics. The research is qualitative, employing thematic analysis of data and the perspectives of respondents selected through purposive sampling. The study therefore recommends that inclusive, faithsensitive approaches are essential for effective peace-building in pluralistic societies. It offers pathways for using faith as a tool for peace, emphasizing the importance of inclusive, community-driven strategies in achieving long-term stability in Nigeria. The study offers practical insights for policymakers, religious leaders, and peace practitioners seeking to harness the positive potential of religion in resolving conflicts and building lasting peace
Religion and Political Development in Nigeria: A Complex and Interconnected Relationship
(hĨps://internationalpolicybrief.org/international-journal-of-innovative-research-in-education-technology-and-social-strategies-volume-12-number-2/, 2025-11-02) Araba, A. A., *Yusuf, T. B.*, & Amao, A. I
Ab str a c t he i n t e rs e c ti o n o f fa i t h a n d g o v e r n a n c e i n N ig e r ia's p o lit i ca l T de v e lopme n t i s a c omplex a nd m ult i fa c et e d i ss ue . R e li g ion pla ys a signi ėcant r ole in the countr y , w ith the popula tion almost evenly div ided bet w e e n I sla m a nd Chr i s t ia nit y , alon gside a s m al l pe r c e n t a g e ad he r in g to traditional religions. ĉese religious affiliations have historically inĚuenced governance and political dynamics, particularly as the British colonial policies shiě ed the religious landscape signiė cantly by the time of Nigeria's independence in 1960. ĉ is study i) examines how religion beliefs, and institutions inĚuence political decisions, leadership and policymaking, ii) It aĨ empts to discern and interrogate how intersection shapes the nation's political landscape and development, iii) to examine the impacts of religion actors and ideologies on governance. ĉe research is qualitative, utilizing thematic analysis of data and the opinions of purposively selected respondents. ĉ e study therefore recommends that Policymakers should consider the inĚuence of religious factors in decision-making processes to promote more inclusive and effective governance. Religious actors and ideologies on governance to provide insights for policymakers on how to navigate religious dynamics in political decision-making
LOCALIZED PEACE IN A WEAPONIZED ENVIRONMENT: INTERROGATING COMMUNITY-DRIVEN PEACEBUILDING MECHANISMS AGAINST ARMED BANDITRY IN NIGERIA'S NORTHWEST
(Centre for Democracy, Peace and Conflict Resolution (CDPCR), Federal University Dutsin-ma, Katsina State, 2026-02) AKANNI, Waliyu Oladotun; YUSUF, Tawakalitu Bola
The protracted armed banditry and its associated threats to peace and security are gradually turning Nigeria's Northwest into another regional theatre of violence. There is palpable tension and heightened fear of possible replica in the magnitude of Boko Haram insurgency attacks in the Northwest if decisive and urgent steps are not taken. Although State-level peace efforts have had some initial success in the areas of weapon surrendering and releasing of kidnapped victims, these have however not mitigated the threats that the recurring armed banditry poses to peace and security desired by the region. As a qualitative research, Focus Group Discussion (FGD) and Key Informant Interview (KII) were conducted with relevant non-state actors on the application of community-driven peacebuilding and conflict transformation approaches and their successes in this current dispensation. Data generated from the field were complemented by reviewed literature. As the epicentre of the armed banditry, the focus of this paper was consciously restricted to only Zamfara State in order to interrogate community interventions in a more context-specific manner. Among other things, this paper underscores the relevance of localised peace as a veritable tool for building sustainable peace and tackling conflict at its source by recommending solutionist strategies to state actors and others alike, just for the sake of peace in Zamfara State and the Northwest as a whole. The study emphasizes in its conclusion that security challenges in the region have deeply local roots and therefore require community conflict transformation efforts and traditional peacebuilding interventions as alternative methods of building sustainable peace and promoting peaceful co-existence in a weaponized environment like Nigeria's Northwest. Key Words: Armed banditry, peace, violence, conflict, Northwest
Effects of Political Violence on the Contemporary Nigerian Democratic Process
(Al-Hikmah Journal of Education, 2015-12) Araba, Akeem Ayanda
Violence is human and it is as well present in the political process in contemporary Nigeria. This paper seeks to address the effects of political violence on the democratic process in Nigeria. The paper investigates the overview of political violence in Nigeria and also discusses the nexus between political violence and the democratic process. The psychological theoretical perspective is adopted for the study to determine the problem. It is discovered that political violence has brought series of military interventions in Nigeria. And other vices like killing innocent and maiming innocent Nigerians, stealing, social unrest, among others, always accompany political violence. The paper, therefore, recommends that there should be a need to de-emphasize the premium placed on the acquisition of political power. It also calls for an effective investigation by the relevant authorities to look into several cases of political violence and related human rights abuse in the process of elections. It is part of our recommendations that all stakeholders in the political process should be mandated to sign a treaty of peace which they must maintain before, during, and after the political process, particularly during the electioneering period.

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