Nigeria Manufacturing Research Articles

The Effect of Decision Support Systems on Strategic Business Decisions: Evidence from Manufacturing Companies in Nigeria

This study examined the evaluation of the effect of Decision Support System on Strategic Business Decisions from selected manufacturing companies in Nigeria. The effective utilization of decision support system is crucial in driving business decisions, yet its impact on decision making within Nigeria manufacturing companies remains underexplored. This study examined the evaluation of the effect of Decision Support System on Strategic Business Decisions from selected manufacturing companies in Nigeria. The study employed a qualitative survey research design. The population for the study comprised top-level managers, middle managers, and operational managers from 34 listed manufacturing companies in Nigeria Exchange Group. A stratified random sampling technique was employed to select 1,014 samples. Taro Yamane’s formula was employees to select the sample size of 286 respondents. Data collection is collected through a close ended questionnaire based on a five likert scale, designed to assess perceptions and practices related to decision support system. The data were analyzed using ordinary regression analysis to estimate the relationship between the dependent and independent variables. The findings revealed positive significant association between decision support system on strategic business decisions. This study hereby recommended Nigeria Manufacturing companies should invest in robust decision support systems to ensure continuous improvement and accountability. This study concludes that effective implementation and enhancement of decision support system can sustainably impact business decision process in Nigeria manufacturing companies.

EXCHANGE RATE FLUCTUATION AND PERFORMANCE OF MANUFACTURING COMPANIES IN NIGERIA

Exchange rate fluctuation poses a significant threat to the stability of a nation's economy. Every economy must strive to ensure stability in exchange rate to strengthen the purchasing power. The volatile movement of exchange rate in Nigeria induces increase in cost which adversely affects the manufacturing sector. Hence, this study investigated the effect of exchange rate fluctuation on performance of manufacturing sector in Nigeria. Auto Regressive Distributed Lag was used to analyse the secondary data that were collected from Central Bank statistical bulletin and annual reports. The study revealed that there is existence of a long run negative relationship between exchange rate fluctuation and contribution of manufacturing sector to GDP. There is also existence of a long run negative relationship amongst exchange rate fluctuation and manufacturing output in Nigeria. Finally, the study revealed that exchange rate fluctuation affects manufacturing capacity utilization in Nigeria. The study concluded that exchange rate volatility negatively affects Nigeria manufacturing sector. The study therefore recommends that macro-economic variables are known to affect performance of manufacturing sector therefore the monetary policies should be managed in a way that it will be favourable to manufacturing sector in Nigeria.

Non-Oil Sector Performance and Economic Growth in Nigeria

Most of Nigeria's public income comes from oil exports, making it vulnerable to global market crashes and instability. The economy is currently experiencing a downturn due to the 2014–2015 decline in the value of crude oil. To increase the manufacturing of non-oil product exports and generate external cash, the state government is nowadays met with the challenge of reorienting the economy to the non-oil sector. The study specifically considered the effect of non-oil sector performance, such as the output of the industrial, service, and agricultural sectors, on economic growth in Nigeria using yearly time series data from 1999 to 2022. The growth rate maximization theory was used in this investigation. The World Bank (2022) and the CBN Statistical Bulletin (2022) provided the data used in this analysis. Multiple regression analysis approaches were employed in the study. As the outcomes showed, the growth of the Nigerian economy is positively and significantly impacted by the output of the exchange rate, the manufacturing, service, and agricultural sectors; government spending has a negligible and negative effect on the growth of the economy. The research suggested that incentives should be created to support and expand Nigeria's manufacturing, service, and agricultural sectors to sustain the growth of the economy.

Current State and Challenges of Local Production of Vaccines in Nigeria

ABSTRACTBackgroundVaccination protects the population against infectious diseases and reduces their transmissibility. Potentials exist for local production of vaccines in Nigeria, as a means of addressing public health needs. However, challenges exist in certain critical aspects which limit development in this area. This study aimed at evaluating the challenges of local vaccines’ manufacturing in Nigeria from the perspectives of relevant stakeholders.MethodsThis was a cross‐sectional study. A structured questionnaire was used for data collection. The data obtained from the study were analysed descriptively.ResultsMore than half of the study participants (55.5%) agreed that significant gaps exist with respect to access to vaccines in Nigeria. Only about one‐quarter of the respondents (25.8%) were of the view that relevant legislative frameworks exist to support government funding in the area of vaccine production. One‐third of the participants (32.3%) expressed confidence in the availability of trained human resources for vaccine production. Close to two‐thirds of the respondents (61.7%) expressed dissatisfaction regarding the current funding for vaccine research and development, and a similar proportion (65.2%) were of the opinion that a lack of local manufacturing capacity contributed to the sub‐optimal access to vaccines. Moreover, two‐thirds (62.3%) disagreed that Nigeria was prepared for future pandemics.ConclusionIll‐suited policies, sub‐optimal infrastructure, and inadequate research and development funding, are some factors which the study identified as contributory to the lack of access to vaccines in Nigeria. There is a need to improve incentives, infrastructural development and build human resource capacity for vaccine research and development to enhance local production in Nigeria.

The impacts of emotional intelligence and IOT on operational efficiency in manufacturing: A cross-cultural analysis of Nigeria and the US

This review paper explores the dual impacts of Emotional Intelligence (EI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) on Operational Efficiency (OE) in the manufacturing sectors of Nigeria and the United States, providing a comprehensive cross-cultural analysis. In an era where manufacturing industries globally are undergoing rapid technological advancements and organizational transformations, understanding the synergistic role of human and technological factors is crucial. EI, which encompasses the ability to recognize, understand, and manage emotions, significantly influences leadership effectiveness, team dynamics, and overall workplace harmony. Concurrently, the integration of IoT technologies facilitates real-time data monitoring, predictive maintenance, and enhanced automation, leading to substantial improvements in OE. The paper first delineates the conceptual frameworks of EI and IoT, highlighting their individual contributions to manufacturing efficiency. Subsequently, it discusses the comparative analysis of the manufacturing environments in Nigeria and the US, examining how cultural contexts shape the application and impact of EI and IoT. In the United States, advanced technological infrastructure and a culture of innovation foster the widespread adoption of IoT and the integration of EI in organizational practices. Conversely, Nigeria's manufacturing sector, while facing challenges such as infrastructural deficits and skill gaps, shows potential for growth through targeted investments in technology and human capital development. Through this cross-cultural lens, the paper identifies key differences in the perceptions and applications of EI, the extent of IoT integration, and the resulting OEs. The findings suggest that while the US benefits from a mature ecosystem for both EI and IoT, Nigeria's unique socio-economic landscape necessitates tailored strategies to harness these tools effectively. The analysis concludes with policy and practical implications, offering insights for enhancing manufacturing efficiency through balanced and culturally sensitive approaches to technological and EI advancements. This comprehensive review underscores the importance of synergizing human and technological capabilities to drive sustainable growth and competitiveness in the global manufacturing sector. Keywords: Emotional Intelligence, Internet of Things, Operational Efficiency, Manufacturing, Cross-Cultural Analysis, Nigeria and United States.

Market Forces and Marketing Performance of Leather Products Manufacturers in Abia State, Nigeria

Marketing performance refers to the effectiveness of marketing efforts in achieving business success, particularly of the Leather Products Manufacturers in Nigeria. Of the thirty-six States of Nigeria, Abia State was selected for this study because of the huge commercial activities orchestrated by the beehive of small and medium scale enterprises in the State. The study adopted survey research design which involves the use of structured questionnaire with four-point Likert scale format to elicit responses from the selected members ofLeather Products Manufacturers Association of Abia State (LEPMAAS)sized 233,819. The Taro Yamane formula was used to compute the sample size of 399. Using Cronbach’s Alpha technique, the reliability coefficient of 0.961 was determined, reflecting high degree of internal consistency of the research instrument. Logit regression analysis was used to test the hypotheses. The findings of the study revealed that market forces not only relate to but influence the marketing performance of the Leather Products Manufacturers in Abia State. The study posited significant contributions of the various marketing techniques deployed by the Leather firms to marketing performance and non-significant role of distribution techniquedue to the use of traditional supply chain.

Influence of Audit Firm Attributes on Earnings Management and Audit Quality of Listed Nigeria Manufacturing Firms

Influence of Audit Firm Attributes on Earnings Management and Audit Quality of Listed Nigeria Manufacturing Firms

Impact of Digitalization on Firm Performance in the Manufacturing Sector: A Case Study of Nigeria

Purpose: The aim of the study was to investigate the impact of digitalization on firm performance in the manufacturing sector: a case study of Nigeria. Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries. Findings: Digitalization has significantly impacted firm performance in Nigeria's manufacturing sector. It has enhanced operational efficiency, improved decision-making processes, and spurred innovation within firms. By embracing digital transformation, Nigerian manufacturing companies have bolstered their competitiveness and market positioning. Ongoing investment in digital capabilities is crucial for sustaining growth and success in the sector. Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Resource-based view (RBV) theory, technology acceptance model (TAM) & institutional theory may be used to anchor future studies on the impact of digitalization on firm performance in the manufacturing sector: a case study of Nigeria. Nigerian manufacturing firms should prioritize investment in digital infrastructure, talent development, and organizational culture conducive to digital innovation. Policymakers should enact supportive regulatory frameworks and incentives to encourage digitalization adoption among manufacturing firms in Nigeria.

Empirical Evidence from Nigeria on Environmental Health and Occupational Safety at Work

The International Labour Organization (ILO) has developed numerous conventions, protocols, and recommendations on minimum labour standards, with the majority relating to occupational safety and health systems (OSH). However, environmental issues like deforestation, desertification, flooding, erosion, oil spills, and air and water pollution, particularly in Nigeria, pose a threat to the health and safety of the many organizations in developing nations. Using a hybrid of research designs such as survey and content analysis and based on the Risk Society Theory and Sense-making Theory, this paper reviews, environmental health and occupational safety at workplaces in Nigeria. This study aims to identify environmental health and occupational safety issues in Nigeria's manufacturing sector, specifically in the iron and steel and aluminium industry, by examining inaccurate data on male and female workers. Using in-depth interviews with a total of 17 participants, the primary data was gathered from managers and senior staff members of chosen firms in Ajaokuta, Kogi State, and Lagos State, Nigeria. These were Ajaokuta Steel Company Limited (ASCL) and Alumaco Aluminium Manufacturing Co. of Nigeria Ltd., Ikeja, Nigeria. It discovers a high level of occupational health awareness, insufficient funding for safety intelligence initiatives, and a high frequency of workplace dangers. The study also finds that Nigeria was among the signatories in Africa who failed to comply with this directive. It recommends promoting occupational health services, training doctors to recognize work-related diseases, and complying with the ILO's Convention 155. The article also suggests updating laws, conducting education campaigns, investing in training, and holding employers accountable for non-compliance

Manufacturing Exports and Employment Nexus in Nigeria

Nigeria has lower manufacturing employment than other industries for several reasons, including it share to Gross domestic product. Nigeria's manufacturing sector contributes less than 10 percent of the nation's GDP. This suggests that the sector's overall economic production is weak, which may restrict its ability to provide job opportunities to the teeming populace. This study investigates the impact of manufacturing output on employment in Nigeria. The Autoregressive Distributive Lag (ARDL) estimation technique was used to establish the long run relationship among the variables. It was revealed that long run relationship exists among the variables in the estimated model. The results of the Error Correction Mechanism (ECM) within the framework of the ARDL shows that the development of the manufacturing sector is one of the key strategies for the creation of employment opportunities in Nigeria. The study recommends; the development and diversification of the manufacturing sector as one of its top long-term policy strategies for the creation of employment for Nigerians. It also suggests that policies aimed at attracting foreign investment in this sector could positively impact on employment generation. This can be accomplished by providing incentives to the operators of the manufacturing sector, such as import waivers on essential imported inputs, providing and guaranteeing large commercial trading businesses to enter the manufacturing of their products through licensing, facilitating and acting as surety in franchise agreements with foreign manufacturers, and any other incentive to help lower the manufacturing sector's cost of production. Hence, the government must prioritize the development of the manufacturing sector by providing necessary support and incentives to attract more investors and increase local production, which will lead to job creation and economic growth for Nigerians.

The Impact of Manufacturing Output on Employment in Nigeria

Nigeria has lower manufacturing employment than other industries for several reasons, including it share to Gross domestic product. Nigeria's manufacturing sector contributes less than 10 percent of the nation's GDP. This suggests that the sector's overall economic production is weak, which may restrict its ability to provide job opportunities to the teeming populace. This study investigates the impact of manufacturing output on employment in Nigeria. The Autoregressive Distributive Lag (ARDL) estimation technique was used to establish the long run relationship among the variables. It was revealed that long run relationship exists among the variables in the estimated model. The results of the Error Correction Mechanism (ECM) within the framework of the ARDL shows that the development of the manufacturing sector is one of the key strategies for the creation of employment opportunities in Nigeria. The study recommends; the development and diversification of the manufacturing sector as one of its top long-term policy strategies for the creation of employment for Nigerians. It also suggests that policies aimed at attracting foreign investment in this sector could positively impact on employment generation. This can be accomplished by providing incentives to the operators of the manufacturing sector, such as import waivers on essential imported inputs, providing and guaranteeing large commercial trading businesses to enter the manufacturing of their products through licensing, facilitating and acting as surety in franchise agreements with foreign manufacturers, and any other incentive to help lower the manufacturing sector's cost of production. Hence, the government must prioritize the development of the manufacturing sector by providing necessary support and incentives to attract more investors and increase local production, which will lead to job creation and economic growth for Nigerians.

Management Misplacement and Corporate Sustainability Among Selected Manufacturing Firms in Cross River State, Nigeria

Nigeria's manufacturing industry has suffered from a lack of sustained business sustainability. The country's manufacturers have been accused of mismanagement mishap. Therefore, this study explored the phenomenon of management misplacement and corporate sustainability among selected manufacturing firms in Cross River State, Nigerian. Through mixed-methods research design, valuable insights have been gained regarding the causes, effects, and key factors influencing management misplacement and corporate sustainability. The findings reveal that management misplacement occurs due to factors such as ineffective talent management practices, biases in decision-making, and a lack of alignment between individual competencies and managerial roles. It has been observed that management misplacement negatively affects organizational performance, employee morale, productivity, and long-term sustainability. The study recommends that organizations should strengthen talent management practices, foster leadership development, promote a culture of meritocracy and accountability, align organizational goals and individual competencies and continuously monitor and evaluate.

Assessing the Impact of Trade Policies on Growth and Development of the Manufacturing and Agricultural Sectors in Nigeria

This article examines the impact of trade policies in Nigeria (1960–2022) on the manufacturing and agricultural sectors. To set the context, I have grouped the trade policy periods into two categories: (a) the pre–structural adjustment programme (SAP) era (1960–1985) and (b) the post-SAP era (1986–2022). I have then examined economic data and all the existing literature to understand the pattern of manufacturing and agricultural outputs during these policy periods. Pre-SAP and post-SAP trade policies show a shift from protectionism to liberalisation, moderately improving agricultural and industrial sectors but still facing obstacles. Despite policies and agreements to improve trade, economic development remains unrealised. This study demonstrated that trade policies have led to erratic progress in both the agricultural and manufacturing sectors, consequently making a lesser contribution to the overall Nigerian development. Within this debate, three different schools of thought can be distinguished. The first school of thought holds that trade policy reforms benefit the growth of Nigerian manufacturing and agricultural sectors. The second school of thought contends that trade policy reforms (such as trade liberalisation) have a detrimental effect on industrial and agricultural sectors. The third school of thought argues that there is no proof or substantial linkage between trade policy reforms and the productivity and growth of manufacturing and agricultural sectors. Nevertheless, to benefit from trade liberalisation, this article identifies the need to revise the Nigerian trade policy as well as stabilise foreign exchange rates to advance and boost local manufacturing and agricultural sectors and promote active participation in trade agreements and policies.

Electricity Production, Consumption, and Manufacturing Sector Performance in Nigeria: A Multi-Decade Analysis

Electricity is a crucial factor in modern manufacturing processes, but erratic power supply hampers the efficiency of Nigeria's manufacturing sector. This research examines electricity production, consumption and its impact on Nigeria’s industrial output, exploring the relationship between power availability and economic and industrial advancement. We hypothesise a significant long-term relationship exists between electricity production/consumption and manufacturing sector output in Nigeria. The time series data from 1985 to 2018 and the Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) bounds testing technique for cointegration were used. Our findings reveal long-term relationships between the variables, indicating that manufacturing output benefits from electricity in the short and long term. However, this effect only becomes statistically significant over time. A multiple regression model also shows that interest rate, inflation rate, electricity, and gross fixed capital formation variables are positively associated with economic development. These results have significant policy implications, demonstrating that increasing the electricity supply is essential for boosting productivity in the manufacturing sector. Moreover, to achieve Nigeria's economic goal of becoming one of the world's 20 largest industrialised economies, a consistent and sufficient increase in energy supply, particularly to the manufacturing sector, must be a steadfast policy. Economic growth appears to be closely linked to energy consumption. Therefore, to foster economic growth, it is recommended that industrial development and electricity generation issues be prioritised, especially in budget planning. A substantial allocation should be made to the electricity sector to permanently improve the state of the electricity supply, which in turn will support overall economic development.

Drivers of Big Data Analytics’ Adoption and Implications of Management Decision-Making on Big Data Adoption and Firms’ Financial and Nonfinancial Performance: Evidence From Nigeria's Manufacturing and Service Industries

Drivers of Big Data Analytics’ Adoption and Implications of Management Decision-Making on Big Data Adoption and Firms’ Financial and Nonfinancial Performance: Evidence From Nigeria's Manufacturing and Service Industries

Impact of Human Capital Development and Manufacturing Sector Productivity in Nigeria

Manufacturing, the process of creating goods through tools, machinery, labour, and formulations, historically drove economic progress in the nineteenth century. While recognised for its pivotal role in economic growth and development, Nigeria's manufacturing sector struggles to significantly influence employment and GDP, despite augmented human capital. This study explores the correlation between human capital development and manufacturing productivity in Nigeria, spanning 2000 to 2022, using an ex post facto research design rooted in the Solow Swan growth model. Data sourced from the World Bank's World Development Indicators underwent analysis through Ordinary Least Square (OLS) and causality tests, with conclusions drawn at a 5% significance level. Findings indicate that primary school enrolment, industrial labour force, and physical capital lack substantial impact on manufacturing productivity, unlike gross secondary school enrolment which positively influences productivity, while tertiary enrolment has a notable negative effect. The study underscores poor human capital development, particularly in primary school enrolment and the labour force, as key factors impeding manufacturing productivity in Nigeria, emphasising the imperative of enhancing the sector's labour force quality to unleash its full potential.

The Efficiency and Firm Performance Analysis of Nigeria Manufacturing Firms: Application of Stochastic Frontier Analysis Technique

ABSTRACT: Despite several measures adopted by the government to improve the efficiency of the manufacturing firms in Nigeria, the performance of these firms is below expectation. The poor performance of Nigerian manufacturing firms has prompted concern for Nigeria’s economic prospects in the long run. This needs to be addressed because, under this scenario, most development objectives would be difficult to achieve. Therefore, there is a need for Nigerian manufacturing firms to achieve high productivity to improve their performance. This study, therefore, evaluated the level of technical efficiency and examined the determinants of technical inefficiency in Nigerian manufacturing firms. It employed panel data of fifty-five manufacturing firms quoted in the Nigeria Stock Exchange Market from 1999 to 2020. The result from the Stochastic Frontier Analysis technique showed that all inputs (capital, labor, raw materials, cost of energy and other expenses) impacted positively on firms’ output at a 1% significance level. But the impact of raw material is the highest. It was also found that the mean efficiency for Nigerian manufacturing firms is 52.74%. Finally, it was revealed that the age of the firm, total assets and management efficiency are the technical inefficiency determinants in Nigerian manufacturing firms. This implies that the efficiency level of manufacturing firms in Nigeria can be improved by 47.26%. Also, manufacturing output can be enhanced by providing adequate raw materials. Furthermore, the efficiency of manufacturing firms in Nigeria is enabled by the managerial capability and asset size of the firms. The study suggested that government should give tax concessions on the purchase of raw materials (sourced domestically and externally) to encourage availability and use to optimize production. Also, manufacturing firms should encourage skill acquisition programs through various on-the-job training programs for managers and their entire workforce to boost labor productivity and performance. In addition, policies that will encourage good education system should be adopted by the government which will help the nation to produce trained and skilled labor force. Finally, manufacturing firms should mobilize more resources for the procurement, consolidation and expansion of the size of their assets using their undistributed corporate profit. Through its regulatory bodies [such as Federal Ministry of Industries, Trade and Investment, Nigeria Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN)], government should enforce minimal asset requirements for each sub-sector (industry) as a basis for takeoff and subsequent renewal of licence for the manufacturing firms in Nigeria.

EFFECTS OF EXCHANGE AND INTEREST RATES ON MANUFACTURING SECTOR PERFORMANCE IN NIGERIA: ARCH AND GARCH APPROACH

This study evaluates the effects of exchange, and interest rates on manufacturing sector performance in Nigeria. The data were sourced from the World Bank's World Development Indicators (WDI) and the Statistical Bulletin of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) for the analysis. The unit root test was performed on the formulated model using the Augmented Dickey Fuller (ADF) method. The log of manufacturing sector contribution to GDP (MUFQ), exchange rate (LEXR), inflation rate (LIFR), and bank size (LBKS) were integrated at order zero I(0) while and the log of interest rate spread (LIRS). was stationary at order one I(1), as shown by the Augmented Dickey Fuller unit root test. In order to determine whether there is a long-run relationship between interest rate, exchange rate, and inflation, a bound test was conducted using the Auto-regressive Distributive Lag (ARDL) model. High volatility in exchange and interest rates have a positive effect on manufacturing sector performance, as shown by the results of the Auto-regressive Distributive Lag (ARDL) bound test, and the results from Arch and Garch corroborate these findings. Auto-regressive Distributive Lag (ARDL) results indicated a positive and statistically significant relationship between the exchange rate and the performance of the manufacturing sector over time at 0.05 level. However, bank size revealed a positive but insignificant relationship with manufacturing sector performance in the short-run, while the coefficient of interest rate spread and inflation rate were both negative and significantly influenced manufacturing sector performance in the current year period. The paper concludes that Nigeria's manufacturing sector is strongly correlated with the country's exchange and interest rates. The study recommended amongst others that as a result of too much dependence on oil, the federal government should peg the local currency rate and mandate the deposit money banks through the Central bank of Nigeria (CBN) to maintain a single digit interest rate. This would boost investors’ confidence on the Nigerian economy as well as the financial system while efforts should be taken to diversify the economy to ease the pressure from the local currency.

Consciousness and Prospects of Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) Blocks for Wall Construction: Comparative Study Nigeria and South Africa

Autoclaved Aerated Concrete Block (AACB) is a viable, sustainable walling material for building projects but has not been given the attention it deserves in developing countries. To increase the usage of AACB on building projects, this study examines the consciousness and prospects for its use in Nigeria and South Africa. The objectives are (i) to evaluate the degree of knowledge about AACB, (ii) the variants in Nigeria and South Africa, and to assess the likelihood of adopting AACB in Nigeria—the study centres on Lagos and five provinces in South Africa. Lagos was chosen in Nigeria because the State is the only place in Nigeria where AAC blocks have been used. A total of 145 questionnaires were administered to professionals who had been involved in AAC projects. In contrast, 17 South African respondents familiar with AACB in construction projects were polled online using Google Forms. Convenience and snowball sampling procedures were used for construction professionals in both countries. Data were analysed using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 23.0. Statistics such as percentages and mean scores were explored using analysis of variance (ANOVA) and the Mann-Whitney U test. Findings indicate that construction professionals in Nigeria know very little about 19 of the 20 documented AACBs. However, the South African professionals are very knowledgeable about AACB grade 42.5 OPC and AACB of AP/RHA and fully aware of AACB with grade 52.5 OPC, though they know nothing about the Bamboo Leaf Ash (BLA) AACB. This means that Nigerian professionals have a moderate stance on using AACB. The study concludes that South African Builders are more aware of AACB and its variants than Nigeria. This implies that AACB manufacturing in Nigeria would not thrive in the construction market due to poor patronage since patronage is directly related to product awareness. The study, therefore, suggests that building construction professionals should increase their understanding of AACB through continuous development training, workshops, and seminars on environmentally friendly building materials. Another suggestion is for consultants, clients, developers, contractors, governments, and research institutions to continuously conduct research and embrace findings on the AACB and new building construction materials regarding usage, wear, tears and durability.

Revolutionising Organisational Safety and Health Management in the Nigerian Manufacturing Industry via Active Employee Involvement

The concerns with the increasing rate of preventable accidents occurrences in Nigeria's manufacturing sector required a renewed focus on occupational safety and health (OSH). Specifically, despite the number of interventions and the amount of spending on interventions, the effects have remained minimal. Also, despite the efforts of researchers and their suggestions, little or no impact has been noticed as OSH continues to be inadequate. These problems call for a fresh approach and consultation with the individuals who will be utilising these solutions most directly (the workers) to address these issues at their core. This paper is part of a large mixed-method study designed to explore how to improve the efficacy of OSH in Nigeria. However, this present paper reports part of the initial phase as it examines the perception of blue-collar workers in the Nigerian industry to understand how well the existing measures have satisfied their safety needs from the standpoint of available human resource management practices (HRM practices). Hence, this work uses a cross-sectional research design to gather data from both registered and non-registered workplaces located in cities in three Nigerian states, totalling 633 required participants. A mix of simple random and convenience sampling techniques was applied to select the expected samples. SPSS software version 26 was used to analyse the 641 responses. The blue-collar workers constituted the unit of analysis for this phase. The findings indicated that there are diverse opinions among Nigerian manufacturing blue-collar workers regarding the accessibility and applicability of the HR practices under investigation. Based on the findings, recommendations for improving OSH practices in the manufacturing industry is suggested with the hope of maximising employee involvement in strengthening the efficacy of OSH interventions in Nigerian manufacturing workplaces.