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Justifying the permissibility of modern family planning for Muslim patients: A jurisprudential analysis
(Faculty of Law, International University Sarajevo, 2025-12-30) Ahmed Abiodun Muhammed-Mikaaeel; Halimat Tope Akaje; Eletu Khairat; Hassan Shehu Kazeem
Wrong misconception regarding permissibility of the modern contraception for Muslim patients is common in Muslim societies. This resulted into negative perception to the modern family planning practice by contraception. This is further aggravated by divergent opinions of scholars breeding controversy on this subject. This prompts this study to embark on the justification of the permissibility of the modern contraception for Muslim patients via jurisprudential analysis. The study adopts doctrinal method to analyse various provisions of the Qur’an and Sunnah as well as juristic opinion about contraception under Islamic law. The study asserts that the practice of family planning is age-long, pre-dating Islamic era. It contends that Islamic legislation does not condemn the contraceptive practices but modified it. The study finds that the issue of contraception split scholars of Islamic jurisprudence into two: the antagonists and the protagonists. The study finds that both sides of the antagonists and the protagonists relied on the provisions from the sources of law to strengthening their arguments. The study finds that the position of the protagonists of the contraceptive method of family planning is in line with the objectives of Islamic law. The study finds that there is justification for the permissibility of the modern contraception for Muslim patients in line with maqasid Shari‘ah. The study recommends that Muslim patients have the duty to ascertain which type of contraceptive method is safe and devoid of risk from the medical experts while exercising their rights to contraception.
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Exploring the Link Between Gender Stereotype Perceptions and Cosmetic Product Purchase Intentions: A Comparative Analysis of Nigerian Consumers in a Global Context
(Uniben Journal of Marketing, Department of Marketing, University of Benin, 2025-12-29) Adebayo Adeyemi Abdulwasiu
The study examined the effect of gender stereotyping on customer patronage of Nivea cosmetic in selected retail cosmetic outlets in Ilorin metropolis of Kwara state, Nigeria. Quantitative method was used as a research design; the population size was infinite as the study focused on customers of the 3 selected retail cosmetic stores in Ilorin, Kwara state. Godden (2004) model sample size was adopted and 246 sample size was determined, multistage sampling techniques was utilized in the study, structured self-administered questionnaire was used to collect the primary data. Out of the 246 copies of the questionnaire that were administered, 150 were finally retrieved and inputted for data analysis. Standard multiple regression was adopted to analyze the quantitative data. Findings from the tested hypotheses revealed that all the 2 predictor variables significantly explained the dependent variables, the test of the hypothesis at 0.05(5%) level of significance did not support HO1 and H02, with p<0.000 respectively, jointly and significantly affected customer satisfaction (β = .227, t = 2.015, p < .011, β = 0.412, t = 1.925, p = .005) and product quality (β = 0.204, t = 2.206, p = .029, β = 0.256, t = 3.416, p = .001). High customer's judgment of Nivea's product quality is not solely based on the intrinsic attributes of the cosmetics themselves. To optimize customer satisfaction, organizations should focus on implementing tailored communication training for staff, design flexible customer interaction channels and incorporate personality-focused insights into customer journey mapping. The retail service providers must prioritize training to foster gender and ageinclusive customer service, ensuring all interactions positively reinforce product quality.
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Legislative and Executive Relations in Nigeria
(The Abuja Management Review (AMR), 2025-12-15) AbdulRasheed Hamza Bamidele PhD; Prof Adedibu Abayomi Adegoroye; Lawal Yusuf Birisan PhD
This chapter examines the complex connection that exists between the legislative and executive branches in Nigeria, highlighting the conflicts as well as the collaboration that is necessary for efficient democratic governance. It draws attention to important issues such as legislative oversight, the balance of power and the executive branch's impact on legislative agendas. The chapter extensively uses secondary sources , including scholarly publications and government records. The chapter emphasises how collaborative governance promotes efficient policy execution, seamless budgetary procedures, and more robust democratic institutions. In Nigeria, where tensions between the executive and legislature are common, cooperation between these branches can enhance governance outcomes. Mechanisms such as consultative leadership, liaison committees and shared policy frameworks are highlighted as tools for aligning their priorities. Political party discipline and conflict resolution strategies are discussed as ways to reduce disputes and foster cohesion. The benefits of collaboration include more efficient lawmaking, enhanced accountability and political stability, all of which improve public service delivery and national development.
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ORGANIZATIONAL CLIMATE AND INNOVATIVE BEHAVIOUR: AN EMPIRICAL STUDY OF THE BAKERY INDUSTRY IN OSUN STATE, NIGERIA
(2025-12-31) 1Kayode Muhammed IBRAHIM; Akintunde Aremu AKINTAY; Dolapo Stephen AKINWUMI; Muritala Arowolo ALAO
This study investigates the impact of organizational climate on innovative behavior among registered bakeries in Osun State, Nigeria. Adopting a cross-sectional survey design, the research sampled 208 bakery managers/owners from a population of 896 registered bakery establishments in Osun state. Data were collected through structured questionnaires and analyzed with descriptive and inferential statistics. Correlation and multiple linear regression analyses were utilized to test the study’s hypotheses using the Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS). The findings reveal that organizational climate dimensions, including management support, communication and organizational structure, have a significant positive impact on innovative behavior of bakery owners/managers in Osun state. The study concluded that it is necessary to promote a conducive organizational environment by means of effective communication, flexible organization, and proactive management behaviors to increase innovation and competitiveness in the bakery industry.
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Civil Servants and Bureaucratic Culture in Kwara State: A Historical and Institutional Analysis
(KASHERE JOURNAL OF POLITICS AND INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS, 2025-07-03) AbdulRasheed Hamza Bamidele PhD
The civil service plays a vital role in the governance structure of modern states, acting as the administrative machinery through which government policies are formulated, implemented, and sustained. This article probes the historical and institutional culture of the Kwara State Civil Service. This paper uses secondary sources such as scholarly works and government records, the study traces the civil service's evolution, revealing how colonial administrative legacies marked by centralisation, hierarchy, and procedural rigidity continue to shape its operations. Since Kwara State’s creation in 1967, its bureaucracy has largely retained the structures and values of the British colonial system, resulting in persistent challenges like inefficiency, weak accountability, and limited responsiveness. Despite several reform efforts, these issues remain deeply rooted. The article recommends key reforms to transform the civil service into a more effective institution. These include enhancing bureaucratic training, adopting merit-based recruitment and promotion, and promoting decentralisation. By resolving these structural and cultural weaknesses, the study argues that the Kwara State Civil Service can become a more dynamic and accountable driver of sustainable development.