Sustainable Development In Nigeria Research Articles

Role of Incubation Centers in Promoting Sustainable Development in Nigeria

Incubation centers play a vital role in the sustainable development of an economy. To promote the entrepreneurial ecosystem and innovation in Nigeria, the government has taken initiatives by establishing incubation centers. The present study explores the role played by incubation centers' in Nigeria and the problems and challenges perceived by incubation centers and incubatees. The purpose of the present study is also to explore suitable strategies which can bring in sustainable development and helps to ensure entrepreneurs a promising future in the state of Kano. Only a few existing studies have worked on the perspective of incubation centers and incubatees. The present study prepares a questionnaire using a Likert scale to collect the responses using a convenience sampling technique. Henry Garrett Ranking Technique is used to find the most alarming challenges and the incubates' expectations from incubation centers' services. The rank-order outcomes of the study have clearly shown that developing a business plan, supporting product design and prototype, access to finances, and providing workforce and skill-based training to incubatees are the priority support services. An incubation center expects to provide these services to its incubatees. Incubatees are not satisfied with incubation centers’ services like conducting workshops/trade fairs, product development activities/laboratory arrangements, taking periodic feedback about incubator services, and the skills of trained staff of the incubation centers. The incubatees perceived that the incubation center in Kano is highly dependent on the quality of the manager for the services provided to incubates. For the effective outcome of incubation centers, training and mentoring should be assessed periodically by an external evaluator using an outcome-based approach. All such efforts will result in the real growth of incubation centers and their role in promoting innovation and entrepreneurship.
 
 Received: 4 November 2022 / Accepted: 26 December 2022 / Published: 5 January 2023

Women as Change Agent for Sustainable Development in the 21st Century in Nigeria

This study investigated women as change agent for sustainable development in the 21st century Nigeria. Two research questions guided the study; why are women the change agent in the 21st century in Nigeria for sustainable development? What are the hindrances that negate their active participation in sustainable development in Nigeria? descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. The population consists of 5.6 million women in South-East Nigeria. The sample size was 400 women. The sampling technique adopted was multi stage sampling and simple random sampling. Data collected were analyzed using mean. The findings of the study showed that women in 21st century Nigeria are change agents for sustainable development because they posses characteristics such as community advocacy roles, promotion and grassroots mobilizations to achieve different change that could rob off on the socio-economic life of the people , contribution to the economy through business both at retail, wholesale and production level, care for the family, nurture and play a significant role in community building, mobilization skills, teaching skills , disciplinarian skills, disburser and manager of funds in the home, caregivers, educators, teacher, organizer, and home making. It was concluded among others that the role of women as agents of sustainable development seems to be more potent, effective and holds the possibilities of fostering a positive change that span the different areas for sustainable development . From the foregoing evidences, it is safe to deduce that through the use of women as agents for sustainable development, it is easier and gives a better result in the 21st century Nigeria that is battling with a lot of cultural, religious and political inclinations against women.

The role of special economic zones (SEZs) in achieving sustainable development in Nigeria

The development and implementation of Special Economic Zones (SEZs) has become one of the main directions of investment policies to many economies. The creation of SEZs is aimed at attracting foreign investment and boosting the entry of their manufacturers into the world market. This paper assesses the impact of SEZ programs on the sustainable development in Nigeria and define how SEZs contribute to employment and exports in selected sub-Saharan African countries. Furthermore, the effectiveness of certain types of financing in the main sectors and the level of their impact on sustainable development in Nigeria was analyzed. It was revealed that the mining sector financing methods do not seem to support or deliver on Nigeria's development goals, making it completely ineffective given the issues identified as well as the sector's contribution to improving the country's socio-economic performance. In other words, Nigeria should create various mechanisms and models for financing its manufacturing and agro-industrial complex through the creation of SEZs, as well as create the necessary preferential regimes in these sectors that can attract and direct huge investments in the manufacturing agricultural industries of these sectors. The authors developed a model for the relationship of investment with these indicators in African countries. A model was used to determine the degree to which job growth (p) and exports (e) are dependent on investment in special economic zones (SEZs). They conclude that the investment in SEZs is positively associated with job growth and exports.

DIGITALIZED CURRICULUM IN BASIC EDUCATION: TOWARDS EDUCATION FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA

This paper looked at the relevance of digitalized .curriculum, its ease and effectiveness at actualizing the basic education programme in Nigeria; and this informs national development. The author is of the opinion that the basic education which is a mandatory nine years academic programme is an imperative for encouraging mass literacy and numeracy, requisite skills for job creation , and avenue for educational opportunity for a long-life learning for the out of school for formal and non-formal education .However, the paper observes that given the economic realities in Nigeria and its challenge to a regular teacher-student classroom method of service delivery ; the actualization of the basic education programme in Nigeria might become a mirage and the intended skills and job creation that would have been encouraged through the programme and the attended sustainable development in Nigeria elusive. Based on the observations, the author maintains that the digitalized curriculum is a preferable educational approach to achieve sustainable development in Nigeria through the basic education programme ; given the versatility and adaptability of the digitalized curriculum to many and varied learners . The author observes some challenges , such, as power supply, network coverage, finance for data subscription among others as major setback to f implementing the digitalized curriculum in Nigeria .Based on the observed challenges , the author made some suggestions that will be of help to effectively implement the digitalized curriculum at the basic education level to achieve sustainable development in Nigeria .

PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP IN FINANCING ADULT EDUCATION: IMPLICATIONS FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA

Adult education is concerned with developing the adult population of a country to become useful to themselves and their societies. It is aimed at equipping adults with the right knowledge, skills and attitudes required to actualize their full potentials, and then depends on them to, in turn, apply themselves to the all-round development of their societies. In Nigeria, adult education is relevant and strategic in the development of the nation. However, there are many challenges to adult education in Nigeria. One of such challenges is poor funding. The cause of poor funding is government’s inability to single-handedly finance adult education in Nigeria. This, therefore, underscores the need for an alternative means of funding adult education which is very important to national development – a joint effort, sort of, in financing adult education towards sustainable development in Nigeria. To this end, a public-private partnership (PPP) becomes a necessary avenue. This paper examined the nature of public-private partnership in financing adult education and its implications for sustainable development. The authors relied on qualitative data from theoretical sources and recommended ways through which the Nigerian government can build synergy with private individuals and organizations in financing adult education towards sustainable development in Nigeria.

Effects of Local Government Autonomy on Sustainable Development in Nigeria

Effects of Local Government Autonomy on Sustainable Development in Nigeria

The innovative use of arts in E-Education for sustainable development in Nigeria

The innovative use of arts in E-Education for sustainable development in Nigeria

The innovative use of literary arts in e-education for sustainable development in Nigeria

The innovative use of literary arts in e-education for sustainable development in Nigeria

The nexus between democratic governance and sustainable development in Nigeria

Democracy has been critiqued severally in literature for its impact in sustaining development of countries that have adopted that system of government. This paper therefore analyses Nigeria's democratic experience as it relates to these vital development indices with a view to ascertaining the extent these indices have translated development since the country adopted democracy in 1999. Inverse relationship between Knowledge Economy Index (KEI), Human Development Index (HDI) and democratic governance were also found as the country has experienced weak KEI and low HDI over the years. Findings revealed a negative relationship between democratic governance and gender equality. The study recommends that programs to reduce poverty should target the poorest of the poor and government should strengthen anti-graft and law enforcement agencies as well as legal institutions to reduce corruption. The educational sector should be strengthened and sufficiently funded to improve KEI and HDI and conform to global best practice.

The role of government in enhancing climate finance and green innovations for sustainable development in Nigeria

The role of government in enhancing climate finance and green innovations for sustainable development in Nigeria

Effect of Energy Intensity and Co2 Emissions on Sustainable Development in Nigeria

Effect of Energy Intensity and Co2 Emissions on Sustainable Development in Nigeria

THE EFFECTIVENESS OF CSR IN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT: A CASE-STUDY OF TOTAL'S OIL EXPLORATION ACTIVITIES IN THE NIGER-DELTA REGION

This research was set out to assess the effectiveness of the design and implementation of corporate social responsibility (CSR) as a contributory factor to sustainable development (SD) in developing economies. The use of a case-study (Total’s oil exploration activities in the Niger-Delta region) allowed for a profound exploration of the subject. This was achieved by the use of documents and interviews. The sample comprised of two employees of Total Nigeria plc who were presented with a long list of in-depth and open-ended questions. The participants who work in CSR-related departments have vast knowledge about CSR and SD in Nigeria. The information provided by the respondents alongside data obtained from secondary sources were analyzed. It was concluded that the problem lies in the state of the external environment, the implementation of CSR as a result of the dearth in monitoring and regulation of CSR activities, and the lack of balance in social, economic and environmental investments in host communities.

Potentials for alternative energy in Nigerian cities and remote communities

The energy sector of Nigeria’s economy constitutes a critical challenge. This sector has defied all efforts for its reform and restoration largely due to ineffective and poor policy implementation. In the 20th century, oil was the main driving force in global geopolitics and the main force behind massive industrialization. However, oil is moving in a downward trend. In its place will be an array of technologies, in the form of alternative energies with long term prospects. The standard of living of a given country can be directly related to per capita energy consumption but energy crisis is on the increase due to population and improved standard of living especially in developing cities. The aim of the study is to identify alternative energy potentials for Nigeria in view of her current energy challenges. The methodology applied in this study include case studies and review of existing literature on the subject. Identified energy crises include, incessant power outage, shortage and scarcity of petroleum products, high electricity bill, vandalization of pipelines and oil installations. The paper discussed the energy crises in Nigeria, the potentials of alternative energy technologies, and the challenges of its development for Nigerian cities and recommends that renewable energy and energy efficiency are necessary factors to achieve sustainable development in Nigeria.

Exploring the imperative of linguistic plurality for sustainable development in nigeria

Linguistic plurality is a situation in which a speech community speaks more than one language. It is a complex sociolinguistic phenomenon that helps explain the complexity of human nature. Human beings cannot exist in isolation and are therefore inclined towards interaction and transaction. The need and desire to interact leads to language contact, where two or more languages co-exist and are constantly used by people who share definitive interests. Linguistic homogeneity is illusory, since there is hardly any linguistic community that is absolutely monolingual. Despite the complexity of linguistic diversity, the world has recorded tremendous developments in the arts, sciences, and technology. This highlights the strength that lies in diversity. The utilitarian nature of multilingualism can be explored for the growth and development of human society, as language is a key factor in development. Although multilingualism might pose a threat to nationalism, it is apparently the basis of nationhood in Nigeria, having existed even before colonization. The purpose of this paper is to explore the importance of linguistic plurality for sustainable development. This study uses a descriptive and qualitative methodology, heavily relying on the nativist theory and the framework of Role and Reference Grammar (RRG) as its major underpinnings. Drawing from these frameworks, the paper observes that language acquisition occurs naturally with the presence of the Language Acquisition Device (LAD), and consequently, languages are used to perform functional roles. The scope of this work is limited to multilingualism and sustainable development in Africa, with particular emphasis on Nigeria.

Leadership and Culture of Violence and its Implication on the Sustainable Development of Nigeria

Culture of violence has become a norm in Nigeria and it is gradually becoming one of the means of relevant in the system. The aim of the paper was to interrogate the implication of leadership and culture of violence on the sustainable development of the nation. The paper employed quantitative research approach to carry out the task which relies both on primary and secondary data. The study revealed among other things non-institutionalization of democratic tenet, high incidence of conflict, erodent of value of hardworking and low foreign investment as effects of culture of violence. It presents a positive panacea against culture of violence induced by leadership roles. The paper concluded on the compelling need to incorporate peace education in school curriculum in order to develop the culture of peace in Nigeria.

Peace Education as a Catalyst for Sustainable development in nigeria

Over the last two decades of Nigeria’s transition from military to civilian rule, the country has experienced series of conflicts, crises and crashes. The repeated inadequacies of the government to tackle this menace has disillusioned many Nigerian citizens. It appears the efforts made by the government are not good enough. The thrust of this paper is to look at peace education as a catalyst for sustainable development in Nigeria. The paper looks at the concepts of peace and peace education, strategies for peace education, sustainable development as well as peace education and sustainable development in Nigeria. The paper concludes that Nigerians must embrace peace education in all facets of our daily life until lasting peace is attained in the country.

FINANCIAL GLOBALIZATION, ECONOMIC GROWTH AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN EMERGING ECONOMY

This research analysed the impact of globalisation on Nigeria's economic growth and sustainable development. Financial globalisation has paved the opportunity for corporations and governments to get access to competitive sources of foreign funds. Rather than depending on investors in the domestic financial markets corporate entities and governments can take advantage of international investors in the global financial markets for essential money. The research utilised time series data. Data pertaining to economic growth and development were analysed utilising pertinent statistical data analysis methodologies. According to the research completed, it can be stated that financial globalisation influences economic growth and sustainable development in Nigeria. Due to access to external sources of capital, the study concluded that stringent regulation and strong policies on the part of regulators are required to sustain the benefits of financial globalisation.

The Impact of Poverty on Sustainable Economic Development in Nigeria

Poverty alleviation is today a principal yardstick for measuring sustainable development. The soundness of economic policy and quality of a countries institution ultimately can be seen by the extent to which they contribute to the alleviation of poverty and sustainable development. The impact of poverty on sustainable development in Nigeria is devastating. The inability of the poor people to harness the resources that will improve their living conditions has helped to dismantled their hopes of life. The unsustainable use of natural resources inevitably cause poverty. To solve the problem, policy must be focused on environmental policies and not poverty alleviation policies. In addition, environmental degradation can be caused by poverty. Hence, to resolve the problem, the first objective is to identify if it is indigenous poverty, then policies must be focused on environmental policies. On the other hand, if it is exogenous poverty, then poverty alleviation policies need to be formulated and implemented. Furthermore, for poverty to be reduced to a bare minimum the economy must be diversified to remove the overdependence on oil revenue. The greater Nigerian population practice agriculture, which in spite of its neglect, feeds the nation and contributes significantly to the nations GDP. Therefore, the necessary condition for the upliftment of the living standard of the masses of Nigerians is improvement in agricultural production

Foreign Direct Investment and Poverty Reduction in Nigeria: Implication for Sustainable Development

The study examined the impact of Foreign Direct Investment on poverty reduction with implication on Sustainable development in Nigeria using Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) model technique on times series data collected from 1985 to 2020. Unit root test using Augmented Dickey-Fuller (ADF) found that Poverty Head Count Ratio (PHCR), Gross fixed capital formation (GFCF) and Real Exchange rate (REXR) are integrated of order 1(1) while Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) is integrated of order 1(0). The results show that FDI has a negative impact on poverty reduction in Nigeria and ARDL Bounds test result shows that there is a long run relationship among all the variables. Finally, lag value result indicates that gross fixed capital formation has a significant impact on poverty head count ratio in Nigeria. In view of these findings, the study concluded and recommended that FDI policies must be checked closely in order to make FDI growth enhancing in Nigeria so as to achieve Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) one. Government should also encourage gross fixed capital formation to reduce poverty in Nigeria.

Insecurity and its implication for sustainable development in Nigeria: The role of religion

Nigeria’s high rate of insecurity has reached a stage where people’s safety is no longer guaranteed. This article examines the extent to which the current high rate of insecurity in Nigeria has affected sustainable development in the country. The increasing insecurity situation is now in a state where kidnapping has become the norm, and destruction of lives and property has become a daily reoccurrence, affecting all efforts to achieve sustainable development in Nigeria. This article aims to reflect on some of the recent cases of insecurity in Nigeria to ascertain the major implication of these insecurities on education, religion and the economy, and seeks ways to curb the insecurity menace in Nigeria. It is also indicated that religion has been used to incite the perpetrator’s action as various terrorist groups misinterpret the religious texts to justify their actions. The article concludes by arguing that religion can provide the needed coherence and social control needed to fight insecurity in Nigeria jointly, and once the difference in diversity is handled through cohesion and the social control function of religion, all stakeholders will be able to unite and fight insecurity off from the society. It therefore recommends that religious leaders should form the minds of Nigerians with the true contextual meaning of the religious text used to instigate insecurity.Contribution: This article highlighted the major implications of insecurity on education, poverty and the economy, which have greatly affected development in Nigeria. The article brings to light a theological reflection of the role religion can play in providing the coherence and social control needed to jointly fight insecurity in Nigeria. This work would greatly benefit religious bodies, government, civil society and students.