Universities In South West Nigeria Research Articles

The Entrepreneurial Content in the Industrial Design Curriculum in Southwest Nigeria: Textile Design Techniques and Trends

This paper explored the incorporation of entrepreneurial content in the industrial design curriculum in universities in Southwest Nigeria, with a specific focus on textile design. Acknowledging the landscape of the global textile industry and the cultural significance of textiles in Southwest Nigeria, the study examined the existing industrial design curriculum, highlighting the level of consideration given to entrepreneurship in the development of the curriculum. The study adopted the content analysis approach to investigate the entrepreneurial content of textile design in the industrial design curriculum. The industrial design curriculum of the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) was selected because FUTA is the only university offering the industrial design curriculum in the region. The curriculum was analyzed across all levels, the entrepreneurial courses were highlighted based on the course synopsis while other courses were classified as general courses. The study revealed that entrepreneurship was given good consideration during the development of the curriculum. It was therefore recommended that the curriculum be updated regularly to ensure it remains relevant and meets the entrepreneurial needs of the students.

Financial Reporting Quality at Public Universities in Southwest Nigeria

To help investors make timely and cost-effective judgments, financial reporting quality has been a pertinent topic of discussion in the global business community. It assists users in public organizations in selecting the best method for utilizing relevant accounting data. Research in the literature revealed that incidences of fraud and a lack of accountability result in subpar financial reporting, which undermines investor trust and shapes investment choices. Research indicates that a large number of colleges fail to incorporate audit quality into their daily operations in an effort to improve financial reporting standards. As a result, this study looked at the connection between financial reporting quality and audit quality at many public institutions in southwest Nigeria. In this study, survey research approach was used. Twelve of the nineteen public universities in southwest Nigeria that were included in the study were selected through the use of purposeful sampling. A total of 250 employees who worked in senior management, audit, and finance made up the target population. A sample size of 201 was calculated using the Taro Yamane formula. There were 201 copies of the validated structure questionnaire distributed to the participants. Ninety-four, or 94.5 percent, were recovered. The reliability coefficients for Cronbach's Alpha varied from 0.724 to 0.991. The data were analyzed using both inferential (multiple regression) and descriptive statistics. The results of the study showed that audit quality had a significant impact on the following: financial report timeliness (Adj. R2 = 0.516; F(201) = 43.597=; p=0.00); financial report faithful representation (Adj. R2 = 0.598; F(6, 183) = 47.930=; p=0.00); financial report understandability (Adj. R2 = 0.416; F(6, 183) = 21.735=; p=0.00); and the comparability of financial report quality (Adj. R2 = 0.390; F(201) = 21.102=; p=0.00). The study came to the conclusion that financial reporting quality at public universities in southwest Nigeria is influenced by the quality of audits. To improve the caliber of financial reporting, the study advised public entities to include audit quality into their daily operations.

Unleashing work engagement: Sighting the influence of technology self-efficacy and the mediating role of ICT adoption

The study aims to investigate the influence of technology self-efficacy on work engagement, with a specific focus on the mediating effect of ICT adoption in tertiary higher institutions in Nigerian public universities. Using a sample of 264 academic staff from the selected Universities in southwest Nigeria, data was collected through systematic random sampling measures. Structural equation modelling was employed to analyse the proposed relationships. The findings indicate a significant positive relationship between technology self-efficacy and work engagement, suggesting that individuals with higher levels of technology self-efficacy tend to exhibit greater work engagement. Moreover, the study reveals that ICT plays a mediating role in the relationship between technology self-efficacy and work engagement. Specifically, ICT adoption completely mediates the positive association between technology self-efficacy and work engagement. These results emphasize the importance of technology self-efficacy in fostering work engagement, with ICT serving as a significant mechanism through which this relationship is facilitated. Universities in Nigeria can promote work engagement by developing employees' technology self-efficacy through training programs, providing user-friendly ICT tools and support, and encouraging a technologically empowering work environment. The implications of this research highlight the need for organizations to recognize the role of technology self-efficacy and ICT adoption in enhancing work engagement. By empowering academic staff with the necessary technological skills and resources, Universities can create an environment that nurtures their engagement and maximizes their productivity. Further research may explore additional mediators or moderators that influence the relationship between technology self-efficacy, ICT, and work engagement.

Remuneration and Retirement Benefit as Correlates of Non-Academic Staff Productivity in Nigerian Universities

This descriptive survey research aimed to investigate the relationship between remuneration, retirement benefits, and the productivity of non-academic staff in public universities in Southwest Nigeria. The study utilized a multistage sampling procedure to select 1200 non-academic staff from six universities, incorporating both federal and state institutions. Data were collected through self-designed instruments, namely the Conditions of Service Questionnaire (CSQ) and the Non-academic Staff Job Productivity Questionnaire (NSJPQ), focusing on remuneration, retirement benefits, and job productivity. Validity and reliability checks were performed on the instruments to ensure the accuracy of the collected data. The study concluded that remuneration and retirement benefits do not significantly influence the productivity of non-academic staff in universities. In light of these findings, recommendations were proposed, including an increase in the minimum wages for non-academic staff and the importance of ensuring regular payment of contributory pensions to guarantee a secure future for pension beneficiaries after retirement. These recommendations aim to address potential concerns regarding the financial well-being and job productivity of non-academic staff in Southwest Nigerian universities.

Prevalence and Factors Associated with Malnutrition and Hypertension among University Students in Southwest Nigeria

Background: Malnutrition and hypertension are widespread among university students, with dietary habits and sedentary lifestyles playing significant roles. This study aimed at determining the prevalence and factors linked to malnutrition and hypertension in Southwest Nigeria’s university population. Methods: Conducted from January 2018 to December 2022, a cross-sectional study was undertaken at Lead City University in South-West Nigeria. Medical records of 5110 enrolled students were analyzed to assess the prevalence and factors associated with malnutrition and hypertension within the university population. Data encompassing demographic information and health metrics were examined for this study. Results: A study of 5110 participants, mean age (23.57+14.89), female sex (54.1%), blood group O prevalence (53.6%), Rhesus negative (4.9%), and genotype AA prevalence (73.6%). The average weight was 67.17+ 15.18 kg and height of 1.67+ 0.93 meters. Hypertension prevalence was at 8.7%, while malnutrition is 42.7%. Among the participants, 3% were anemic while the mean systolic and diastolic blood pressure were 115.93+15.26 and 73.52+17.43 respectively. Male sex was significant factor in hypertension and malnutrition (p < 0.001). PCV levels lack significant associations, while BMI categories strongly correlate with hypertension (p < 0.001). Discussion: The demographic profile reveals a youthful population vulnerable to behaviors impacting long-term health. With malnutrition prevalence at 47.2%, significant health concerns arise, while the relatively low hypertension rate of 8.7% is promising but requires ongoing monitoring. Age is a notable risk factor for hypertension, stressing targeted interventions for older adults. Sex disparities highlight the need for sex-specific healthcare. Blood group, Rhesus factor, and genotype lack significant associations with hypertension, while hypertension prevalence varies across packed cell volume levels. BMI strongly links to hypertension, highlighting obesity management’s importance. Conclusion: Understanding demographic factors and health metrics is crucial for developing effective interventions to address malnutrition and hypertension risks within populations.

Effectiveness of an Authentic-Based Multimedia Learning Environment on Students’ Engagement and Performance in South-West Nigerian Higher Institutions

Students’ relationships to the curriculum and their cooperation with peers and instructors during the learning processes have both benefited by engagement. The main objective of the study aims to examine the effect of students’ performance and engagement in an authentic-based multimedia learning Environment. The study adopted Quasi experimental design with a purposive sample of 90 undergraduates’ students from a public university in South-west Nigeria. The students were furtherly distributed into 45 students each for experimental and control group. The data collected through student engagement questionnaire and achievement test were analysed to descriptive and inferential analysis (paired t-test) with the use of pre-test and post-test to describe the students’ performance test (SPT). The results of the study showed the significant effect of authentic-based multimedia learning environment on students’ performance level, cognitive and behavioral engagement level. The findings indicated that students perform better and increased their cognitive thinking skills to improve their interaction towards the utilization of multimedia in the learning process. Moreover, it was found out that cognitive and behavioral engagements were positively allied to the student academic performance. The instructors and management of the higher institution should have strong collaboration to provide more opportunities for the students to interact with different course activities in the learning environment to maximize their performance and engagement levels.

Human Resource Management Practices on Job Satisfaction in selected Private Universities in South West, Nigeria

This study examined the effect of Human Resource Management (HRM) practices on job satisfaction in private universities in South West, Nigeria. Descriptive research design was adopted for the study. The study population frame is 3,261 (three thousand two hundred and sixty-one) involving all academic staff members from the selected private universities in South West, Nigeria. The Taro Yamane formula was used to statistically determine the sample size, which was 356 (three hundred and fifty-six). The study used a well-structured questionnaire to collected responses from the respondents. Descriptive statistics employed for data analysis were frequency counts, simple percentages, mean scores, and standard deviations, while the inferential statistics utilized was the multiple regression with the aid of SPSS (Statistical Package for Social Sciences) version 23. The results of the study revealed that, HRM practices were found to have a positive effect on job satisfaction at a few private universities in South West, Nigeria (β=.768; t = 13.972, p<.05). The study concluded that the adoption of HRM practices such as flexible work plan, transport benefits, employee compensation, has improved organizational performance in private universities in South West Nigeria. The study therefore recommended that to allow for increased organizational performance, the variables of HRM practices such as flexible work plan, transport benefits, employee compensation needs to be employed by universities and it should be modelled in such a way that the employers can employ it for their university operations. Keywords: HRM Practices, Job Satisfaction, Private Universities, South West, Nigeria. Journal Reference Format: Aremu, F.E. (2023): Human Resource Management Practices on Job Satisfaction in selected Private Universities in South West, Nigeria. Humanities, Management, Arts, Education & the Social Sciences Journal. Vol. 11. No. 4, Pp 25-36. www.isteams.net/humanitiesjournal. dx.doi.org/10.22624/AIMS/HUMANITIES/V11N4P3

Influence of Internet Addiction on Pre-Service Mathematics Teachers’ Learning and Motivation in Nigerian South-West Universities

The widespread use of the internet has led to a growing concern about the impact of internet addiction on pre-service Mathematics teachers' learning. This paper investigates the impacts of internet addiction on the learning and professional development of pre-service Mathematics teachers. The population covers the undergraduate Mathematics education students from public universities in south-west Nigeria. The sample was randomly selected from 100 to 400 levels while the sample size was 200 pre-service teachers across the levels from one selected university. A well-structured questionnaire was used to get data from pre-service Mathematics teachers on internet addiction. This study employed a descriptive and inferential research design to create responses to the research questions. The data collected were analysed using mean and standard deviation for the two research questions while Pearson Product Moment Correlation Coefficient was used to test the hypothesis raised. There is a significant relationship between internet addiction and Mathematics learning. This yields a positive result that, the students who access the internet more frequently learn more effectively and highly motivated in learning Mathematics. It was suggested that the internet can be a useful tool for learning but must be used responsibly. However, addressing internet addiction through education, prevention, and intervention efforts should be integrated into the teacher education program to support pre-service mathematics teachers in developing healthy internet use habits and maintaining high levels of motivation to learn.

EFFECT OF WORKPLACE DIVERSITY ON ORGANISATIONAL PERFORMANCE IN SELECTED PRIVATE UNIVERSITIES IN SOUTHWESTERN NIGERIA

Organisational performance in this contemporary era is dependent on how much management is able to fully integrate the combination of employees with varied ideologies, age grades and diverse ethnic background and utilise their skills effectively. It was on this note that this study examined the effect of workplace diversity on organisational performance in selected universities in southwest Nigeria with the Social Identity Theory (SIT) and Resource-Based View Theory (RBV) underpinning the study respectively. A total of One hundred and thirtyeight (138) respondents were randomly selected from three (3) private universities in the Southwestern region namely, Achiever University, Owo, Ondo State; Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State and Bowen University, Iwo, Osun State . Findings from the study demonstrated that task performance was affected by age diversity with (r=0.869, p value <0.05); also, adaptive performance was influenced by gender diversity with (r=0.905, p value <0.05) and ethnic diversity had positive and significant connection with contextual performance with (r=0.959, p-value<0.05). the study concluded that achieving optimal performance via a diverse workforce which reflects the broader fabric of the society is crucial and essential for fostering a sense of belonging and ensuring that tertiary institutions is representative of the diverse perspectives and experiences of its student body. Therefore, it was recommended that management of private university should formulate policies and practices that promote equity, fair treatment, and opportunities for professional growth irrespective of age, gender and ethnicity.

Training and development process: implication for academic staff performance and sustainable University Education

PurposeThis study examines the effectiveness of training and development process for academic staff performance and sustainable university education.Design/methodology/approachA quantitative research approach was adopted for data collection and analysis for this study. The study draws sample from 202 randomly selected academic staff from three universities in South-West Nigeria. The data was analyzed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS version 27).FindingsThe findings showed a significant relationship between T&D process and academic staff performance. Also, the importance of conducting training need assessment before training programs are implemented was revealed.Originality/valueThis study provides evidence-based information which can help decisions on training and development program, enhance academic staff performance, and ensure university sustainability.

Knowledge and use of academic social networking tools among Nigerian physiotherapy educators

Background and aimThe advent of academic social networking tools (ASNTs) has brought a paradigm shift to academic culture and practice dynamics; however, there is an apparent dearth of information on its adoption among health professions academics in developing countries. This study aimed to assess knowledge, use, and perceptions of ASNTs among physiotherapy educators in Nigeria.MethodsThis cross-sectional study involved 20 consented physiotherapy educators from five universities in South-west Nigeria offering physiotherapy degrees. A self-administered questionnaire with adequate face and content validity was employed to assess knowledge, perception, barriers, and use of ASNTs. Descriptive statistics of frequency and percentages were applied.ResultsA majority of the respondents had knowledge and utilized ASNTs such as Research Gate (80%), Google Scholar (80%), Google Plus (70%), LinkedIn (50%), and Academia.edu (50%). Mynetresearch (5%) and Lameresearch (5%) were not popular, while Llaslo.com, Quarzy, and Myscience.ch were not known. ASNTs were used to raise personal profiles in the research community (100%), publicize research (95%), share authorized content (85%), attract funds (65%), attract future employers (65%), and actively discuss research and discover job opportunities (45%). Electricity failure (70%), lack of infrastructural facilities (70%), unavailability of internet facilities (60%), lack of technical knowhow (45%), time constraints (45%), and personal factors (45%) were the significant barriers in utilizing ASNTs.ConclusionNigerian physiotherapy educators were knowledgeable and adopted most ASNTs. Power failure, lack of technical know-how, infrastructural and internet facilities, and personal factors limit the utilization of ASNTs among Nigerian physiotherapy educators.

Use of Mobile Technology-Based Library Services and Information Needs Satisfaction of Undergraduates in Universities in South-West Nigeria

Aim: Users’ satisfaction has been a subject of research since the establishment of the first university library in 1984, which signalled the commencement of the provision of information services to academic library users in Nigeria. However, empirical studies on the use of mobile technology-based library services in relation to students’ information needs satisfaction are rare. Thus, there is a knowledge gap, and this study, therefore, sets out to fill this gap by investigating the use of mobile technology-based library services and information needs satisfaction among undergraduates in universities in South-West Nigeria. Methods: The research design for the study was a survey, involving a multistage sampling technique. Two questionnaires (on the level of use of mobile technology-based library services and information needs satisfaction of undergraduates) were used to sample 1,086 undergraduates across three faculties at six universities in South-West Nigeria. 1,045 responses were analysed using descriptive statistics. Results: The study found that some mobile technology-based library services were frequently used by undergraduates, while others were not. Most of the students expressed satisfaction with the services provided by their university libraries. The results of this study also showed that there is a highly positive relationship (Pearson r = 0.53) between the use of mobile technology-based library services and the information needs satisfaction of undergraduates in South-West Nigeria. Conclusion: This study concluded that with a good deployment of infrastructure, the provision of mobile technology-based library services will encourage their effective use by undergraduates and, consequently, a higher level of information needs satisfaction. The study recommended, among other things, that university library management should subscribe regularly to mobile technology-based library services to overcome some of the challenges posed by COVID-19.

Stress Management and Employee Performance

Purpose: This study investigated the extend at which stress has affected the performance of staff in organization setting. It addressed how performance can be improved upon for effective service delivery. Improving the performance of employees working within an organization has received attention in different contexts. This occurs because for an organization to achieve high performance, the contributions of its employees matter a lot to achieve their goals. For any organization to achieve its essence, it must have acquired the right calibre of employees and managed them properly. Is at the instance of this that this study was carried out to address how improved performance can be recorded and how stress can be properly managed for effective service delivery.
 
 Theoretical framework: The aim of stress management is to ensure effective performance of staff in organization and to meet the aim of the organization and deliver services effectively. Several concepts, such as: stress, stressors, signs, symptoms and sources, stress management, stress management practice and employee performance were reviewed to align with the direction of the study. The focus is to see to how personnel in organization can perform effectively, be able to manage stress. Factors causing stress were studied and addressed.
 
 Methodology/Design/Approach: This study which is descriptively adopted the survey research method. The study was carried out at a private university in southwest Nigeria. The population of this study comprised all the non-academic staff in the university. Two hundred and eighty (280) non-academic staff of the University participated in the survey. The questionnaire was the instrument for data collection in this research. Inferential and descriptive statistics were used to analyze the data that had been obtained.
 
 Findings: The study finding revealed that stress has a significant impact on employee performance. The outcome also showed a substantial correlation between employees' performance and personal stress management strategies. This suggests that personal stress management strategies should be encouraged because they are linked to workers' productivity. The findings suggest that its contribution to employee performance is minimal perhaps because individuals do not adopt these techniques of stress management.
 
 Research, Practical & Social implications: The study concentrate on how stress can be well managed in organization because of the ill stress has caused in the performance of organization. It has also been established that there are two techniques namely individual and organisational approaches to stress management.
 
 Originality/value: The study added value to body of knowledge because its outcome showed that without effective stress management strategies, organization can not meet up with its optimization level in terms service delivery and achieving the goals of the organization. The individual techniques of stress management were found to have a significant role to play in suppressing employee poor performance while the organizational stress management techniques provide organizational support for employees to improve their performance on the job. This study established that effective stress management among non-academics of Bowen University would improve their performance on the job. The study as recommends that Management should redefine the stress management policy of the University to address gaps in it and make it more robust.

Graduates' E-Competencies Required For Maximum Productivity in the 21st Century Office

The study examined graduates' e-competencies required for maximum productivity in the 21st century office. One purpose of the study, a corresponding research question, and one null hypothesis guided the study. A descriptive research survey design was used for the study. The sample of the study consisted of three hundred and twenty-five (325) office administrators in universities in south-west Nigeria. The instrument for data collection was a structured questionnaire titled Graduates' E-Competencies Required for Maximum Productivity scale (GECRMP). The instrument for the study was validated by three experts, two from the department of business education and one from measurement and evaluation, all from the faculty of vocational and science education at the University of Calabar, Calabar. The reliability of the instrument was ascertained through a pilot study involving office administrators in South-South, Nigeria. The data collected from the respondents in the pilot study was used to compute the reliability of the instrument. The Cronbach alpha SPSS statistical procedure was used to determine the internal consistency of the instrument, which yielded an overall consistency of 0.81. The instrument for the study has two parts. Part one sought information on the demographics of the respondents. Mean and standard deviation were used to answer the question, and the t-test statistic was used to test the hypothesis. The hypotheses were tested at the 0.05 level of significance. The results showed that reprographics competencies were needed by office administrators for effective discharge of their office responsibilities. Based on the findings, the study recommended, among others, that office administrators should be trained and re-trained in reprographics productivity in modern office activities and that office administrators needed to be equipped with reprographics competencies for proficiency in proofreading documents.

Investigating the Influence of Entrepreneurial Behaviour and Innovation among Undergraduate Students of Selected Universities in Southwest Nigeria

Entrepreneurs are those who take initiative and work tirelessly to turn their business ideas into viable, successful companies through innovation. Understanding entrepreneurial behaviour is essential to comprehend how entrepreneurs establish, promote, and expand new businesses. This study investigates the influence of entrepreneurial behaviour and innovation among undergraduate students of selected universities in southwest Nigeria. The target audience was made up of undergraduate students from selected private universities in southwest Nigeria. To be more precise, the purposive sampling method was used to choose the study’s participants. To gather information from a varied cross-section of students, 370 copies of the questionnaire were distributed. Only 296 copies of the surveys that were sent out were returned, which indicates an 80.2% response rate. Structural equation modelling was used to examine the data gathered. The results showed that opportunity identification significantly influences innovation more than self-efficacy and risk tolerance. Opportunity identification is the most important factor of entrepreneurial behaviour that helps students to be innovative and become entrepreneurs. The study recommended that to foster entrepreneurship behaviour and innovation among undergraduates, universities in Nigeria should integrate experiential learning opportunities across disciplines to nurture self-efficacy, opportunities identification, and risk tolerance through entrepreneurship education.

Perception and Use of E-Collaboration by Postgraduate Students in Nigeria Universities

<div class="page" title="Page 1"><div class="layoutArea"><div class="column"><p><span>Collaboration in the Nigerian context has focused majorly on traditional collaboration and not even among postgraduate (PG) students. Advancement in technology has ushered many changes, particularly the introduction of numerous e-tools for collaboration. It is based on this that the study examined the perception and use of e-collaboration by postgraduate students in Nigeria Universities. The study adopted a survey design using a questionnaire to collect data from 631 postgraduate students selected across ten universities in South-West Nigeria. Six objectives were developed to guide the study. The results revealed that e-collaboration is perceived by postgraduate students as a collaboration among individuals engaged in a common task using electronic technologies. E-collaboration is used mostly for projects and research and it is impactful in providing opportunities to interact better than face- to-face collaborative activities. The study revealed electronic mail, social media including (Facebook, Twitter, and WhatsApp), discussion forums and Google documents as the tools most significantly used for e-collaboration. The reasons why respondents use e-collaboration include flexibility, availability, and compatibility with cell phones. The level of awareness about the ethics of e- collaboration is reported to be too low. However, a small percentage were aware that participation in decision-making and the sharing of blame and credit for outcomes is the responsibility of all members. Challenges faced by PG students in their e- collaboration efforts are power failure, lack of trust, and poor internet connection and speed. It is recommended that more awareness of e-collaboration should be promoted and coupled with improved internet connectivity. </span></p></div></div></div>

Stifled Screams: Experiences of Sexual Harassment Survivors at First Generation Universities in Southwest Nigeria

AimsSexual Harassment (SH) in colleges and universities in Nigeria is often shrouded in secrecy. Survivors rarely report the SH experience. This is often because of unequal power relations, fear of loss of status, marks, or job as retaliation, and the attendant stigma. The sexual harassment policy, implementation, and campus climate also have huge roles to play in reportage. This study aimed to investigate the experience of SH by men and women in heterosexual and same-sex situations in first-generation universities in South West Nigeria.MethodsStudents and staff who had survived SH were targeted for IDIs focused on the experience of SH from the perspective of the survivor including the consequences, reportage, outcomes, and whether justice had been served. A purposive approach was adopted in identifying respondents and a snowballing method guided the process across the three universities. The sensitivity of the topic and the stigma attached called for a recruitment strategy that ensured privacy, confidentiality, and freedom to share experiences without reservation. About four IDIs were conducted in each university. Interviews were held on several (face-to-face via telephone or Whatsapp calls) platforms. Analysis commenced with verbatim transcription of the audio recordings. The accuracy, integrity, and completeness of all transcriptions were verified. A thematic analysis was conducted and all transcripts were coded by three experts which were organized into categories. The most prominent and salient thematic findings were brought forward by merging codes while maintaining the integrity of the individual categories. A cluster analysis of code associations was also performed to facilitate pattern recognition in the data. NVivo Pro v.12 was used to facilitate the analysis. Themes were categorized into four distinct areas: experience of SH, consequences, reportage, and outcome.ResultsThe experience of SH ranged from sexual assault to unsolicited physical touch and verbal harassment. In terms of consequences, survivors experienced low self-esteem, had problems in their relationships with others, became less trusting, and increased risk-taking behaviour. Most survivors were not aware of anti-SH policies in their institutions. None reported to law enforcement agents due to stigma, lack of financial means, and lack of trust in the system.ConclusionInstitutions need to do more than develop adequate antisexual harassment policies. There is a need to interrogate the culture around implementation and training to improve prevention and raise awareness.

Knowledge Management Practices and Skill Acquisition Among Academic Staff in Selected Federal Universities in Southwest, Nigeria

In achieving sustainable organisational goals, efficient Knowledge Management Practices (KMP) are crucial to managing businesses and educational institutions as KMPs focus on bridging the skill gaps among the employees. However, the challenge of Poor knowledge management which has consistently plagued the workforce at public universities, leading to a lack of required skills has necessitated research into the core area of educational development in Nigeria. This study investigated the effect of Knowledge Management Practices (KMPs) on the skill acquisition of academic staff of selected Federal Universities in South‐West, Nigeria. The study adopted a survey research design and data were collected using a structured questionnaire from 884 respondents out of the total population of 5720 academic staff of the Federal University in South West Nigeria. The stratified sampling technique was employed in the selection of the sample size. The study objectives were analyzed using both descriptive (Mean and Standard Deviation) and inferential statistics Partial Least Square in Structural (PLS) Equation Modelling. The result of the first objective showed a significant and positive relationship between academic knowledge management practices and skill acquisition in higher institutions in South West, Nigeria. The path coefficient revealed (β =0.461, t = 14.589, P < 0.05). The study concludes that KMPs are a strong predictor of skill acquisition. Therefore, the study recommends that University management should endeavour to improve their knowledge management practices to improve the skill acquisition among their academic staff. They should provide support for developing their academic staff through training which can improve their knowledge base.

Information literacy skills as predictor of electronic information resources use by lecturers in select private universities in South-West Nigeria

This study examined the influence of information literacy skills on electronic information resources (EIRs) use by lecturers in private universities in South-West, Nigeria. Survey research design was adopted for the study. The target population for this study comprised 3201 lecturers in fifteen selected private universities in South-West, Nigeria which were established between 1999 and 2007. Out of 3201 study population, the researcher used Taro Yamane statistical formula to get a sample size of 356. A multistage sampling technique was adopted for the study. Bourley Proportional Distribution Formula was used to distribute the figure proportionally across the selected universities to ensure that the universities were proportionally represented. Data were collected with a validated questionnaire. The internal consistency of the instrument was measured using Cronbach’s alpha test which ranged from 0.74 – 0.96. A response rate of 76.2% was recorded. Data were analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Findings from the study revealed that information literacy skills (βeta=0.441, t (275) = 8.156, p<0.05) has a positive and significant influence on EIRs use by lecturers of universities in South-West, Nigeria.

Exploring the person-organization fit and organizational citizenship behavior of academic staff working in the south-west Nigerian public universities

The study examined the effect of person-organization fit and organizational citizenship behavior of academic staff working in southwest Nigerian Public Universities. The study adopted a cross-sectional survey research design method. A sample size of 400 employees of the selected universities in South-West Nigeria was chosen from a total population of 8,540 employees. The stratified random sampling technique was adopted for the study. The Work Engagement Scale (WES), Organizational Citizenship Behaviour Checklist (OCBC), Personal Values Scale (PVS), and Value Congruence Scale were used to collect data (VCS). The statistical techniques used for data analysis were descriptive statistics, correlation, and regression analysis. All analysis was done using the statistical package for social science (SPSS) software version 25. Findings showed that value congruence (Coef. = 0.1770, P = 0.010), personality congruence (Coef. = 0.3400, P = 0.000), and work engagement congruence (Coef. = 0.1630, P = 0.001), have significant and positive effects on organizational citizenship behavior. Findings showed that 25.8% of the change in organizational citizenship behaviour was brought about by the dimensions of person-organization fit. The study concluded that person-organization fit has a significant positive effect on the organizational citizenship behaviour of academic staff working in South-Western Public Universities. The study recommended amongst others that qualified individuals with strong organizational fit and moral character are to be chosen for placement in the academic staff cadre structure of universities. The study established that value congruence, personality congruence, and work engagement congruence contribute significantly to organizational citizenship behavior of academic staff in the south-west Nigerian Public Universities.