Household attitudes to solid waste management in developing country cities : a case study of Lagos, Nigeria

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Comparative Study of 2011 and 2015 Presidential Elections in Nigeria

This paper investigates comparative study of 2011 and 2015 presidential elections in Nigeria with specific focus on the Fourth Republic from the comparative analysis perspectives Thus through the use of comparative theory unfolds the causes responsible for the opposition travail in the 2015 election in Nigeria By the use of the comparative analysis we try to know what is common and find out the causes and consequences for the victory and the losses This research also presents statistical data analysis of the both elections for comparison It was undertaking to ascertain the nature and character of the 2011 and 2015 election This article therefore recommends that in order for the electoral system to be free and fair there is need for government to place priority on education through free and compulsory education Avoid inflammatory rhetoric publicly denounce violence pledge to respect rules in particular the Code of Conduct for Political Parties and pursue grievances through lawful channels it also indicate that the sovereign power belongs to the people The era of political parties taking people for granted is gone Nigerians are very conscious of their rights they know with their votes is they can install or remove government that failed to perfor

A Performance Evaluation and Assessment of Mineral Silicate Coatings for the Restoration of the Exterior Concrete at Jackson Lake Lodge

This thesis focuses on the evaluation of the durability of potassium silicate coating on concrete surfaces, in particular the exterior concrete walls at Jackson Lake Lodge located in Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming. The main building on the site, the Central Lodge, is a large 61 year old structure that is in need of a new architectural coating to prolong its service. This structure, once dubbed the ugliest building in America, is now cherished and appreciated for its significance in ushering in a new era of Modernist-style buildings constructed within National Parks. Because the pH of the concrete walls has fallen to 7, the original architectural coating—acid stains—is not a viable option to recoat the structure. New coatings must be explored such as mineral silicates. Comprised of a waterglass solution and inorganic pigments, mineral silicate coatings impart a durable colored finish to cementitious and silica-rich substrates. Developed in Europe, mineral silicate paints and stains have been around for over 150 years. Recently this coating system has gained traction in the United States for its durability and performance enhancing properties. This testing program used a variety of analytical methods (such as accelerated weathering, spectrophotometry, water vapor transmission rate tests, water immersion tests, RILEM tube tests, contact angle measurements, and pH readings) to evaluate the color durability, water vapor permeability, and liquid water repellency characteristics of potassium mineral silicate coatings. This evaluation was conducted to determine if potassium silicate coatings can be viable alternative architectural finish to restore the original appearance of the Central Lodge, while improving the performance of the concrete

Taking steps: an African ageing agenda

Twenty years ago it would have been an impossible task to assemble African scientists and social welfare practitioners to discuss the subject of ageing. Very little researched information existed then and many African governments were likely to assert that ageing was no problem in their country. Even in the 1980s a great deal of scepticism existed in Africa about the need for African gerontology research. Today, and taking a cue from the deliberations of the first AGES workshop, there is no country in our region that is not confronted with the negative impacts of development and urbanization as their country charts its route towards modernization. Even though an ageing agenda still has a low profile on the economic desks of many African governments, the realisation that there are indeed difficulties to be overcome regarding the care of elderly people in Africa is widespread

The Crisis of Unity in the 21st Century: The Unrealized Dream of Pan-Africanism in Cameroon

The following is an analysis of how the sentiments of pan-Africanism, a notion formulated in the early 20th century, have failed to proliferate in Cameroonian society. As a concept based in the social, economic, and political solidarity of the African continent, the pan-African movement has often been a point of reference for intellectuals searching for a solution to the problems Africa currently faces, some of which include lack of political agency and stagnating economic growth. The beliefs promoted by pan-Africanists is that by joining together the collective potentials of all African people, the continent can become a global force, leaving behind its past of enslavement and colonialism. The findings of this study reveal, however that though Cameroonian informants agree with the sentiments advocated by the pan-African movement, aspects of their society have not been conducive to the success of this concept. In looking at the social institutions of Cameroon’s education system, regional differences and political leadership, this study aims to discover why pan-Africanism has failed and what Cameroonians, and Africans in general, can do to weave its teachings back into their society

What diversity management practices do hotel managers and employees view as important for retaining employees?

Master's thesis in International hospitality managementResearch shows that the hotel industry is noted for high rate of turnover. Again, diversity management practices have been found to be a good human resource tool helping to manage and retain diverse workforce. A lot of studies have been done on employee retention and diversity management separately but the two concepts are related therefore there is the need to look at them together. This thesis aims to explore what diversity management practices do hotel managers and employees view as important in order to retain employees in three hotel chains in Stavanger. A qualitative research method was used to collect data through interviews. The findings of the research revealed that top leadership commitment, diversity as part of an organization’s strategic plan, succession planning, recruitment, employee involvement, empowering women employee involvement, fair promotion and career advancement, diversity training for employees, programmes aimed at increasing cultural awareness and flexible work time are viewed as important by both managers and employees in order to retain employees. The research also found that low salary, lack of growth and development of employees and the location of the hotels in the oil city of Stavanger are major causes of high rate of turnover. The research is expected to add to the body of knowledge and research in the area of improving diversity management practices and workforce retention in the hotel industry in Stavanger

Corporate social responsibility in the banking sector of a developing country: a Ghanaian perspective

A thesis submitted to the University of Bedfordshire, in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of PhilosophyThe study investigates corporate social responsibility (CSR) theory to contribute to knowledge about CSR within the setting of a developing economy. In this thesis, the specific opportunities and challenges of financial institutions pursuing CSR are examined in depth. This study presents a portrayal of CSR, addressing its role and insight into how CSR is understood and practised. The study draws on an interpretive approach and investigates within a multiple case study context. The choice of cases is based on theoretical sampling, to advance knowledge in the phenomenon by looking at it in non-Western settings. The three cases are selected purposefully within the context of a developing economy: Ghana. The data collection and analysis use multiple data sources from semi-structured interviews of key management informants and archival documents which are analysed according to qualitative data protocols. The data is interpreted via thematic analysis within and across the cases to generate rich insights into the nature of CSR and its practices within their setting. The study recognises the emergent divergent and convergent issues of CSR across the cases with relation to enfolding the literature which involves inquiring with different literature the similarities and contradictions with the research findings. This process helps to link the study with the existing body of knowledge, as well as advance knowledge in CSR. Based on the analysis, this study suggests that there is a strong orientation towards philanthropy on what is classified as CSR. It reveals that the context in which CSR is practised is complex and situationally dependent, with particular influencing factors such as social welfare issues and culture driving societal expectations and business decisions on CSR. This study offers a revised model of CSR, suggesting a non-linear relationship with the integrated and porous dynamics between the various CSR components which thus provides insight into the nature of CSR in the banking sector in Ghana. The findings of the research can provide both academics and managers with valuable information on CSR practice in a developing country context

Fitting Square Pegs Into Round Holes – The Vexed Question of Harmonizing International Legal Regulation of Traditional Cultural Expressions Under Intellectual Property Law

The Honorable Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Torkornoo: Judge of Commercial Division of High Court, Ghana; Fellow, Golden Gate University School of Law/International Women Judges Graduate Fellowship Program (LLM in Intellectual Property Law), 2010 – 2011 LLM in Intellectual Property Law Candidate, Golden Gate University School of Law Post-Graduate Diploma in International Law, Institute of Social Studies, The Hague Netherlands Barrister-At-Law , Ghana School of Law BA, University of Ghana

Fitting Square Pegs Into Round Holes – The Vexed Question of Harmonizing International Legal Regulation of Traditional Cultural Expressions Under Intellectual Property Law

The Honorable Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Torkornoo: Judge of Commercial Division of High Court, Ghana; Fellow, Golden Gate University School of Law/International Women Judges Graduate Fellowship Program (LLM in Intellectual Property Law), 2010 – 2011 LLM in Intellectual Property Law Candidate, Golden Gate University School of Law Post-Graduate Diploma in International Law, Institute of Social Studies, The Hague Netherlands Barrister-At-Law , Ghana School of Law BA, University of Ghana