Lagos State Government Research Articles

The efficacy of knowledge management practices in selected public hospitals of Lagos State, Nigeria

This study examines knowledge management (KM) practices and public healthcare workers’ performance in selected public hospitals, in Lagos State, Nigeria. The study adopted a cross-sectional research design; 641 public healthcare practitioners in Lagos State constituted the population of the study and a sample size of 241 was derived using the Rasoft table. The study employed a purposive sampling technique. Primary data were gathered through a self-administered questionnaire, and 197 copies were retrieved representing 81.7 % and later used for analysis. The study employed descriptive statistics and simple regression analysis to derive meaning from the data. The findings showed that knowledge acquisition has a significant effect on public health workers’ effectiveness (β= 0.773, t = 11.221, p-value= .000) and knowledge sharing has a significant effect on public health workers’ effectiveness i.e. public hospitals (β= 0.698, t = 11.894, p-value= .000). The study concludes that knowledge management (KM) significantly affects public health workers’ performance in Lagos public hospitals. The findings equally demonstrate KM as a strategic resource for effectiveness in public healthcare delivery. This study suggests that the Lagos State Government should continue to employ strategies and policies that encourage the acquisition of knowledge among health workers. In addition, health workers in public hospitals should continue to share their professional experience, skills, and ideas among themselves to offer more effective public medical service delivery.

Spatial Analysis of Response Initiative to the outbreak of Diphtheria in Ojo Local Government Area of Lagos State, Nigeria.

In the Africa Continent, diphtheria remains a pressing public health concern. Despite advancements in healthcare infrastructure and vaccination efforts, several countries continue to report cases and outbreaks, indicating ongoing transmission of the disease. This research aimed at utilizing GIS application in diphtheria outbreak in the Ojo Local Government Area (LGA) of Lagos State, Nigeria, with the following objectives: (i) obtain the spatial distribution pattern of the spread of diphtheria outbreak. (ii) determine the area requiring immediate attention and response in the study area. (iii) showcase areas that are vulnerable within the study area. In the pursuance of this both primary data, including geographical coordinates of confirmed diphtheria cases, and secondary data such as recorded cases, population density, vaccination coverage, and transportation networks, the research utilizes ArcGIS for visualization and analysis, Differential Global Positioning System (DGPS) receivers ensured accurate spatial data collection, supplemented by ground truthing of secondary data. The result revealed significant clusters of diphtheria cases in Akesan-Obadore and Ijegun, indicating a higher concentration of infections. The study applied average nearest neighbor analysis, which indicated a dispersed pattern of outbreaks within the LGA. Furthermore, a risk assessment using Analytic Hierarchical Process (AHP), in identifying the southern parts and Iba ward of Ojo LGA as areas with highest risk. The study recommends to the Lagos State Government to enhance vaccination efforts and improve sanitation infrastructure in these high-risk areas to mitigate the spread of diphtheria.

The Role of Forensic Accounting in Fraud Detection and Prevention in Nigerian Public Sector: A Case Study of Lagos, Nigeria

This study investigated the role of forensic accounting in fraud detection and prevention in the Nigerian Public Sector, Lagos State Government was used as a case study. The study aimed to assess the impact of forensic accounting on fraud detection and prevention in the Lagos State Government and recommend strategies for fraud prevention in the Nigerian Public Sector. A sample of 60 Certified Accountants was selected using purposive sampling techniques and secondary data from past financial statements. The findings were analyzed using frequency distribution tables, simple percentages and chi-square statistical formula. The findings of this study revealed that the Lagos State Government uses forensics minimally in its operations, with no forensic accounting department and no management training on forensic fraud prevention. The study calls for the government to go beyond annual and periodic audits and employ forensic accountants' services to regularly review all major financial transactions. There should be a separate office for forensic accountants at all government levels in Nigeria and regular management training on forensic fraud detection and prevention.

Unveiling the Nexus Between Career Fulfillment and Resilience in the Public Sector: A Case Study of Ministry Employees in Lagos State, Nigeria

This study examines the influence of career satisfaction on employee resilience within the context of Lagos State Government workers, aiming to fill the gap in empirical evidence regarding this relationship in the Nigerian population. Utilizing a cross-sectional design, the research surveyed 200 participants using the Greenhaus and Hordlife scales to measure career satisfaction and employee resilience, respectively. Data analysis involved descriptive statistics and frequency distributions. Findings indicated there are no significant gender differences in resilience levels; however, employees aged 46 and above reported higher resilience compared to younger age groups. Additionally, a positive correlation was found between career satisfaction and resilience, suggesting that higher career satisfaction enhances employee resilience. The study contributes to understanding the impact of career satisfaction on resilience among Nigerian workers and highlights the importance of considering these factors in policy-making.

Analysis of the Factors Contributing to the Lagos State Public Housing Development Scheme Vandalism

The Lagos state government has expressed disapproval of the looting and vandalism of its housing scheme, which frequently results in delays in its housing delivery agenda and sustainability violations in its housing estates. This study aims to investigate the factors contributing to the persistent vandalism of public housing developments in the study area using a quantitative approach. It seeks to determine the order of importance of these factors and identify the underlying causes. The research strategy in this study involved adopting a quantitative approach to gather data on factors contributing to vandalism in public housing developments in Agbowa and Igbogbo towns, in Epe Local government area and Ikorodu Local government area, Lagos State respectively. Three hundred semi-structured questionnaires were distributed among the household heads in Agbowa and Igbogbo of Epe LGA and Ikorodu LGA respectively, with a 76% response rate. The data analysis involved the Relative Importance Index (RII) to rank contributing factors and Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) to identify and validate the underlying significant factors. The RII ranked factors based on their perceived importance, highlighting unemployment, poverty, and insecurity as the most important factors contributing to vandalism. Subsequent EFA revealed three underlying factors—economic breakdown, societal challenges, and socio-cultural challenges—explaining 68.70% of the total variance. Factor rotation was applied to enhance interpretation accuracy, resulting in a clear structure of three components. The study confirms instrument reliability and validity through Cronbach’s alpha and composite reliability calculations. Practical implications for policymakers and stakeholders in addressing housing infrastructure vandalism challenges are discussed.

PUBLIC PRIVATE DIALOGUE: AN INNOVATIVE POLICY APPROACH TO HOUSING DELIVERY IN LAGOS STATE.

Public Private Dialogue (PPD) is an institutional arrangement that engages the public and private sector in discussions to resolve issues. These dialogue sessions may last for a few hours or continue for several months or years until an inclusive policy is formulated. This study focused on public-private dialogue in housing policy formulation in Lagos State. It explored how PPD can create increased housing delivery through innovative changes in policy formulation. Studies show that proactive public and private sector engagements create better opportunities for housing policy formulation. The government should intensify efforts and create opportunities for private participation in discussions through town hall meetings and dialogue sessions to formulate workable housing policies and reforms that will help actualize the housing needs of the citizens. The study employed selective sampling. Data was obtained through administered questionnaires on a population of 150 household heads in IKorodu on how involved they were in formulating Lagos State government housing policies. The data collected was analyzed using descriptive statistics. The results show that State housing policies were designed through public sector initiatives with little or no input from the private sector. The study further revealed that institutions that adopt the PPD approach in their engagements and operations have higher staff motivation and increased productivity

Fight against indiscipline? The governance of street trader displacements in Oshodi Market, Lagos

This article examines the process of urban governance through the lens of street trader displacements, a common policy adopted by city authorities in Africa. Whilst some knowledge exists on how central-local government relations affect urban governance, the combined effect of the nature of sub-national governance and local political dynamics on the process of urban governance requires deeper consideration. Drawing on in-depth qualitative case study research in Lagos, Nigeria, this article analyses how urban governance processes produce street trader displacements. From the “war against indiscipline” (WAI) policy by the Nigerian government to the “kick against indiscipline” (KAI) taskforce set up by Lagos State Government to implement its zero-tolerance policy against informal economy workers, street traders in Lagos have continuously suffered under unfavourable government policies. This legacy led up to the large-scale street trader displacements around the popular Oshodi Market in Lagos in 2009. Based on an analysis of urban governance through the lens of the displacements in Oshodi, this paper reveals how the overwhelming influence of city authorities and state-society relationships combine to produce displacements, with existing market trader associations unable to contest street trader displacements due to their political co-option by city authorities. The paper furthers knowledge on how politics shapes urban development and highlights the need for a careful consideration of enduring complex underlying relationships for a grounded understanding of urban governance in the African context.

The Sway of Early Marriage on the Girl Child Education among Some Ethnic Groups in Lagos State, Nigeria

The research braces that education is necessary for everyone, regardless of gender. The study aimed to ascertain the impact of child marriage on girl-child education among the ethnic groups, determine the relative contribution of religious belief as a determinant of child marriage on girl-child education among the ethnic groups, and determine the relative contribution of cultural values as determinants of child marriage on the girl-child education among the ethnic groups in Lagos state, Nigeria. The study adopted a descriptive research design while the population comprised all the girls within the Agege area, Lagos State, Nigeria. A sample of 141 married girls was purposively selected based on those who married as teenagers. A questionnaire titled “Impact of Child Marriage on Girl-child Education’’ was deployed to gather the data. The data were analysed using Chi-square and ANOVA with the mean (x ̅ = 2.48) and standard deviation (SD = 0.69) values of the participants. The result revealed that there was a statistically significant difference in the religious belief (F (2, 138) = 7.80, p < 0.05) of child marriage on girl-child education. Lastly, the findings showed a statistically significant relative contribution of cultural value (χ2 = 24.07; df = 4; p < 0.05) as a determinant of child marriage in the girl-child education among ethnic groups in Lagos State. The study recommends, among other things, that the Lagos State Government, via health education practitioners should constantly enlighten the public about the jeopardies of encouraging early marriage among girl-child.

Elements of Internally Generated Revenue and Economic Growth in Lagos State

State governments in Nigeria need revenue to invest in social infrastructures and creating social safety nets to stimulate economic growth. One of the sources of revenue that state governments have direct control over to maximize domestic revenue is the internally generated revenue. Empirical evaluation of the relationship between internally generated revenue and economic growth, therefore, becomes imperative. Consequently, this study examined the relationship between the components of Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) and Economic Growth (GDP) in Lagos State. The research design is ex-post facto while the period of study was from 2012 to 2020. The data obtained on the dependent and explanatory variables from National Bureau of Statistics and Lagos State Bureau of Statistics was analysed with the Autoregressive Distributed Lag technique. The results show a long-run significant relationship for other taxes, direct assessment and road taxes with gross domestic product in Lagos state, leaving out pay as you earn with insignificant impact. In the short run, however, other taxes, direct assessment, pay as you earn and road taxes have positive and significant relationship with gross domestic product. The F-statistic of 824.42 with a probability value of 0.000 at 1 percent level suggests that internally generated revenue exerts significant influence on gross domestic product in Lagos State. The study concluded that internally generated revenue strengthened economic growth in the state. Lagos State government should sustain the current tempo of domestic revenue mobilization drive with special emphasis on pay as you earn as a component of internally generated revenue to spur economic growth.

MODELLING THE ECONOMIC INFLUENCE OF TRANSPORT SYSTEM ON TOURISM PERFORMANCE. THE EXPERIENCE FROM LAGOS STATE, NIGERIA

Globally, travel and tourism opportunities are highly sought-after by most nations, but very few developing nations, including Nigeria, play good supporting roles to benefit from the profitable and lucrative industry. The reasons for this are not unconnected to the poor investment in tourism infrastructure, especially transport, to support tourism activities and sustain tourism performance. It is against this background that this study modeled the economic influence of the transport system on tourism performance using Nigeria’s Lagos State experience. This study is anchored on an ex-post facto research design and relies on quantitative data from the relevant ministries of the Lagos State Government. Both descriptive (charts and graphs) and inferential (multiple linear regression analysis) statistics were methods of data analysis. Major findings revealed that only the annual revenue from transport system services out of the nine (9) evaluated performance indicators showed internal consistency and a positively increasing growth pattern. Furthermore, research found that the level of transport investment has a statistically significant relationship with the performance of the tourism industry (. Meanwhile, findings also revealed that there is a statistically significant relationship between the transport system’s revenue and tourism performance (. Given these, this study affirmed that the tourism performance greatly depends on the transport system’sinvestment and revenue and concluded that the fluctuating and poor tourism performance in Lagos State, Nigeria, is a function of the transport system's economic influence. Thus, this study recommends, among others, consistent investment and improvement in the transport system, most especially the infrastructure that will support tourism activities and increase tourism revenue.

The Impact of Motivation on Teaching Effectiveness among Teachers in Lagos Metropolis Nigeria

This paper investigated the influence of motivation on the effectiveness of teachers in specific public secondary schools in Lagos metropolis Nigeria. Research design employed was a descriptive survey, three hypotheses were formulated and tested using a self-developed questionnaire called the influence of motivation on the effectiveness of teachers in the teaching process. The research gathered information as a sample from one hundred teachers selected randomly from three public secondary schools in Mushin local area, Lagos metropolis. Chi-square statistic was employed to analyse the data, leading to the rejection of all three hypotheses. The study recommends improving teachers' terms and conditions of service, and the Lagos State government should devise incentive packages to enhance motivation among teachers in public secondary schools.

Land warriors for hire: the changing nature of land conflicts in Lagos, Nigeria

ABSTRACT This study interrogates the changing nature of land conflicts in the Ikorodu area of Lagos, Nigeria. Empirical data for the study was generated using qualitative methods. The study indicates that in urban areas of the city, land touts operate as Omo-Onile, meaning a group that claims the ancestral right to land. In the rural edges of Lagos, land touts operate as Ajagungbale, implying a group of land warriors for hire. The paper identifies three factors for the distinction between land conflict actors in rural and urban Lagos. These are the existence of a large expanse of land in rural areas, the nature of local authority in these areas, and the existence of ungoverned spaces in the rural areas. However, a new Property Protection Law by the Lagos state government was recently enacted to reduce the activities of these land touts and improve land governance in Lagos.

The Effect of Lagos State Government Expenditure on Maternal Mortality Ratio

The Effect of Lagos State Government Expenditure on Maternal Mortality Ratio

Analysis of key issues and prospects for implementing urban forestry in Lagos State, Nigeria

ABSTRACT Rapid population growth and a high urbanisation rate have led to significant forest and tree losses in Lagos State, which is the smallest of the 36 States in Nigeria. Located on West Africa’s Atlantic Ocean littoral, Lagos State is low-lying and crisscrossed by wetlands and numerous water bodies. These topographical and geographical characteristics render the State highly vulnerable to the sea level rises and flooding that are predicted with a changing climate. In response, the State government has introduced legislation to institutionalise tree planting. This tree mandate is amplified by the Lagos climate action plan and coexists with the State government’s long-standing forestry mandate. It is accepted that urban forestry can improve climate resilience and deliver multifaceted economic, social, and environmental benefits. This article analyses the forestry and tree mandates that are in force in Lagos State and their implications for urban forestry. It identifies the lack of a synergistic approach by the Lagos State government as a major obstacle to successful urban forestry outcomes.

2010'dan 2019'a Lagos Devletindeki Acil Durumlarin Coğrafi Analizi

Emergency management is a complex system that involves an intergovernmental, multi-phased effort. A lot of emergencies are largely unreported in developing nations due to perceived inadequacy of government infrastructure to address these challenges. More so, the population of Lagos is increasing significantly, and the rate of urbanization is reputed to be one of the fastest in the world. The study aimed at geographically analyzing reported emergency cases in Lagos State from 2010 to 2019. Specifically, it mapped the distribution of reported emergency incidents in Lagos state from 2010-2019; assessed the relationship between population, distribution of health centers, and the distribution of reported emergency incidents in the state during the study period. Secondary data from Lagos State Emergency Agency (LASEMA), Lagos state government, and GRID3 were used for the study. From these, data on reported emergency cases, population and distribution of health facilities were acquired respectively. The total number of reported emergency cases was 4,586 with a concentration around Ikeja LGA, the lowest from Epe and Badagry local government areas. A correlation of 0.056 between reported emergency cases and the population showed a weak or non-existent relationship. A correlation of 0.439 between reported emergency incidents and the number of available health care facilities however showed a strong relationship. Vigorous enlightenment campaign by LASEMA and other supporting agencies on the emergency reporting number 767/112 and improvement in emergency service delivery were recommended along with further studies to determine the awareness of residents about emergency reporting systems available to them in the state.

PRINCIPALS’ DIGITAL TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP, TEACHERS’ ORGANISATIONAL COMMITMENT AND JOB SATISFACTION DURING COVID-19 IN LAGOS STATE EDUCATION DISTRICT V, NIGERIA

Several leadership specialists have studied the impact of principals' transformational leadership on school administration. Yet, studies and research on the digital transformational leadership of school administrators have received little attention from academics. As the COVID-19 pandemic has caused countries all over the globe to switch to online teaching and learning paradigms, it is imperative to close the gap. The principal had to adopt a new position as a digital leader, working online with teachers and students, according to the changing circumstances. The goal of this study is to ascertain how school principals' leadership in digital transformation during COVID-19 in senior secondary schools in Education District V, Lagos State, Nigeria, and teachers' organisational commitment and work satisfaction are related. Information from 300 educators in the School District is used to support the research. The results show that principals' digital transformational leadership and teachers' organisational commitment have a strong significant and positive relationship. They also show a strong significant and positive relationship between principals' digital transformational leadership and teachers' job satisfaction. The findings of this study reveal that principal digital transformational leadership behaviour play a critical role in fighting the COVID-19 pandemic by encouraging teachers to be creative, innovative, and undertaking active actions for the achievement of organisational commitment and job satisfaction, as well as to ensure the school organisation’s sustainability. Based on these conclusions, the study suggested that the Lagos State government, through the Education District V, should support professional development initiatives like conferences, workshops, seminars, and training for secondary school teachers to keep their knowledge current, particularly their knowledge of digital technology.

Public Health Risks Assessment of Bioaerosols from Different Locations in Bariga Metropolis of Shomolu Local Government Area, Lagos State, Nigeria

The increasing human populations and their daily activities have contributed to bioaerosols generation in Bariga, leading to air pollution with consequent public health threats to exposed individuals. This study aimed to assess public health risks associated with bioaerosols generated from outdoor activities in Bariga community, Shomolu Local Government Area of Lagos State. An analytical observational study design based on the measurement of meteorological parameters in the field and laboratory analysis of bioaerosol particles collected from the study population using a handheld Kestrel 3000 weather meter and standard microbiological procedures, respectively, was adopted. Four hundred (400) samples of bioaerosol particles obtained by the Taro Yamani formula at a 5% level of precision were analyzed. Passive air monitoring using Koch’s sedimentation method was employed for total viable counts, while microbial isolates were identified using cultural, morphological, and biochemical characterization. The variation in environmental parameters obtained was largely dependent on time and seasons, with a consequent adverse effect on the presence and movement of bioaerosol particles in the atmosphere. Microbial populations varied in densely and less-densely populated study areas. The study identified Bariga as a high-risk area with CFU above 102 –104 CFU/m3, thus capable of causing bioaerosols-related diseases. A total of twelve (12) bacterial and six (6) fungal genera were isolated, with Gram-positive bacteria having a prevalence rate of 87.02% and Gram-negative bacteria at 12.99%. The predominant fungi, on the other hand, were 87.94% mold and 12.06% yeast. One-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) at 0.05 significance level showed a significant correlation (F-ratio ˃ F-critical value) (p=0.05) between exposure to bioaerosol particles and associated health risks in the exposed individuals. We recommend that Lagos State Government should intensify efforts to reduce the public health effect of bioaerosols through policies, structural planning, development, and education on environmentally friendly activities and personal hygiene

INFLUENCE OF WASTE MANAGEMENT ON ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT

This research scrutinized the impacts of waste management systems on environmental health and socio-economic development in the Yaba Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Lagos, employing a sample survey as the research design. The study included 800 respondents from the public residing within the targeted area, yielding a representative sample size of 227 as determined by the Yamane formula. Stratified sampling was used to assess respondents that were readily accessible and amenable to participation. The data were gathered via structured questionnaires and subsequently evaluated through Frequency Tables and Percentages. Pearson’s Product Moment Correlation Statistical method was employed for hypotheses testing. The findings revealed a significant correlation between the current waste management system in Yaba LCDA and employment opportunities. Likewise, there was a noted relationship between waste collection methodologies in Yaba LCDA and the economic opportunities for residents. Moreover, a relationship between the challenges confronting waste collection and management in Yaba LCDA and environmental sanitation was also observed. The study proposes several recommendations. First, the necessity for establishing and enforcing robust waste management legislation to streamline the current waste management system in Lagos State. Secondly, continued public education campaigns are necessary to underline the benefits of efficient waste management for environmental and societal health. Additionally, remuneration for Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) staff needs to be fair and sufficient to ensure their dedication to their work. Finally, the Lagos State government should furnish modern equipment, suitable vehicles, and waste disposal tools to support LAWMA and Private Sector Participants (PSP) officials in waste collection efforts.

The Immense Influence of Motivation on Teachers’ Effectiveness in the Teaching Job in Lagos State Nigeria

This paper examined the impact of motivation on teachers’ effectiveness in selected public secondary school in Lagos state Nigeria. A descriptive method survey was adopted, and three different hypotheses were formulated for the purpose of the study. Self-constructed questionnaire named Motivation on Teachers’ Effectiveness in Teaching (MTET) was used to elicit information for the research. The samples used for the study are one hundred teachers randomly selected from three selected public secondary schools in Mushin local government area of Lagos state Nigeria. Statistically data which include chi-square was used to test all hypotheses. Findings of the study revealed that all the three hypotheses raised were rejected. It was recommended that the terms and conditions of service of teachers need to be improve and Lagos state government should be work out incentive packages to increase teachers‘motivation to teach in public secondary schools.

Urban Taxi Slogans: The People's Arts

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