Abstract
This study examined the role of Non State Actors (NSAs) in strengthening the developmental capacity of the state, using a case study of Cross River State, Nigeria. Primary and secondary data on selected constituents of NSAs including Non Governmental Organizations (NGOs), Privately Owned Companies, Banks, Private Hospitals and Private Schools were analyzed using tables and charts. The results revealed that activities of NSAs significantly enhance the developmental capacity of Cross River State especially in the areas of provision of public services, knowledge and skill acquisition, infrastructural development and employment generation. Besides other recommendations, it was recommended that NSAs and the government should perform complementary roles in enhancing developmental capacity and that the establishment of more NSAs in the rural areas should be encouraged through the provision of special funding and other incentives for NSAs that have their offices in the rural areas.
Highlights
The activities of Non-State Actors (NSAs) in promoting the development of states and nations have become of increased importance in recent times
This study examined the role of Non State Actors (NSAs) in strengthening the developmental capacity of the state, using a case study of Cross River State, Nigeria
It was recommended that NSAs and the government should perform complementary roles in enhancing developmental capacity and that the establishment of more NSAs in the rural areas should be encouraged through the provision of special funding and other incentives for NSAs that have their offices in the rural areas
Summary
The activities of Non-State Actors (NSAs) in promoting the development of states and nations have become of increased importance in recent times. Having seen the gap in service provision and the inefficiencies and ineffectiveness associated with the provision of public goods by the government, NSAs have introduced different programs such as training, skill acquisition, corporate social responsibilities, public enlightenment etc for the citizens of the state both in the urban and rural communities with a view to enhancing the developmental capacity of the state and ensuring effective and efficient service delivery. They have been involved in direct provision of several basic services in the educational, health, infrastructural and other sectors of the state. It will form the underpinning for further action plans for all the stakeholders in the state and in the country in general, towards ensuring sustained development in all areas
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