The concept of gender justice and women’s rights in Nigeria: Addressing the missing link

Over the years, Nigeria has gained the unpopular recognition globally as a patriarchal society in which the inalienable rights of women are often subjected to ridicule, extensive abuse, neglect and violations.  Cultural, religious and societal norms have arguably entrenched a historical imbalance in power  relationships between men and women and have tilted the overall perceptions and roles of women in Nigeria. In Nigeria, it could be said that the abuse of the natural rights of a woman begins from the time of her birth and only comes to an end at the time of her death. In many parts of Nigeria, particularly the North, women who are prematurely and compulsorily betrothed to a man at birth are not allowed access to basic education and are generally burdened with domestic household chores. These becomes the foundation for a lifetime of circular and absolute dependence on a man she does not know: and upon the demise of the man her right to inherit his property is denied and her life becomes miserable because of obnoxious practices which she could be made to undergo as a sign of respect for the deceased  husband. These cultural, religious and societal norms are arguably at the root of the historical neglect of women in Nigeria. The rapid ascendancy of human rights in Nigeria, coupled with Nigeria’s prominent role as a  signatory to virtually all the core international human right treaties and instruments raised expectations that women in Nigeria may begin to enjoy some measure of protection from archaic and anachronistic practices that subject them to a wanton abuse. The scope of  these happenings requires an extensive  reflection and worthy of scholarly examination in the light of recent debates in the Nigeria National  Assembly on child  marriage, women’s right and the need for constitutional protection for the girl child. This paper examines the nature, scope and extent of human rights protection afforded to women under Nigerian domestic laws and under international law. It reflects on how key issues such as child marriage, women’s property rights and  female succession norms and practices affect gender justice and the protection and fulfillment of the rights of women in Nigeria. It discusses the possible legal  panacea to these historical and cultural challenges in this 21st century

Students’ Perception on the Indices of Teaching Effectiveness Among Some Senior Secondary School ESL Students in Ibadan Metropolis

The teaching of English language in Nigeria is a herculean task given the fact that models and students operate in a second language environment with its many disadvantages. Many teachers do not seem to understand what is involved in teaching effectiveness as many have different conceptions of teaching. The result is that many evade the intricacies of teaching, to the detriment of students’ achievement in the subject. This paper investigated students’ perception on the indices of teaching effectiveness of ESL in Ibadan metropolis. The descriptive design of the ex post facto type was adopted for the study. Through multi-stage sampling procedure, a total of 500 Senior Secondary School two students was drawn from six co-educational institutions. A self-structured questionnaire – questionnaire on indices of teaching effectiveness (QOITE) (r=.79) was used to collect data. Three research questions and one hypothesis were raised. Descriptive statistics of frequency counts, percentages, mean and standard deviation were used to analyse the data collected. T-test statistic was used to test the only hypothesis stated at 0.05 level of significance.Findings revealed that students perceived the indices of teaching effectiveness to include revision of previous topics, teachers’ friendly disposition, use of instructional materials and take-home assignments. The study however revealed that the most commonly perceived indices of teaching effectiveness are teachers’ knowledge of subject matter (65.8%) and teachers’ ability to provide detailed explanation (57.8%). In addition, more female students perceived that revision of previous work was needed for effective teaching than their male counterparts.The study recommended, among other things, that teachers should make revision of previous work a regular practice and teachers of ESL should exhibit high level of friendliness in class. Keywords: ESL, Ibadan, English language, Teaching effectiveness DOI: 10.7176/JEP/11-23-08 Publication date:August 31st 202

Investigating mechanical properties of MIG reinforced steel sheets using Titanium Alloy powder

Abstract: Mild steel is one of the commonest materials used in the metal industry due to its weldability, malleability and hardness properties. Consequently, there is always a need for joining processes of mild steel, with welding techniques such as Metal Inert Gas (MIG) welding being a popular choice. However, the complex physics involved in welding such as phase changes, metal deposition, and inhomogeneous heating and cooling rates across the weld zone often results in the compromise of structural integrity in mild steel welds. Improving weld integrity has since become an area of interest, with process parameter optimization and post-weld heat treatment being the most popular solutions as discovered in the literature...M.Eng. (Mechanical Engineering

HPWP (High Performance Work Practices) and Its Role on Promoting the Employee Performance in the Nigerian Hotel Industry

The current study discusses the significance of High Performance Work Practices (HPWPs) and analyses its relevance to employee engagement and performance in Nigeria. Hotel employees with different background are interviewed and their views thematically analysed. Findings show that when employees feel more engaged with their jobs, they are more likely to support HPWPs, recognizing its importance and demonstrating creative performance. The relationship between HPWPs and performance outcomes is strengthened by managerial trust in employees’ capability and appreciation for work done. Research findings offer unique understanding of HPWPs and clarify its application efficiency in the hospitality industry. Implications are discussed

HPWP (High Performance Work Practices) and its role on promoting the employee performance in the Nigerian hotel industry

The current study discusses the significance of High Performance Work Practices (HPWPs) and analyses its relevance to employee engagement and performance in Nigeria. Hotel employees with different background are interviewed and their views thematically analysed. Findings show that when employees feel more engaged with their jobs, they are more likely to support HPWPs, recognizing its importance and demonstrating creative performance. The relationship between HPWPs and performance outcomes is strengthened by managerial trust in employees’ capability and appreciation for work done. Research findings offer unique understanding of HPWPs and clarify its application efficiency in the hospitality industry. Implications are discussed

The Legal Framework for the Protection of Wetlands in Nigeria

Traditionally, wetlands have been viewed as places to be avoided and dreaded or as a breeding ground for mosquitoes, diseases and sources of air pollution. But times have changed. Various roles have now been attributed to wetlands which have succeeded in elevating those to popular venues not only of recreation, but also being economic power houses. Wetlands are described as  “areas of marsh, fen, wetland or water, whether natural or artificial, permanent or temporary, with water that is static or flowing, fresh, brackish or salt, including areas of marine water the depth of which at low tide does not exceed  six metres. The purpose of this paper is to examine the existing legal framework for the protection of wetlands in Nigeria with a view to identifying gaps and deficiencies in the laws. The paper notes that the existing legislations are inadequate. Recommendations will also be made for possible rules that can be accommodated in future to ensure a vibrant legal framework for ensuring a healthy and sustainable use of wetlands in Nigeria

Density Functional Theory and Reactivity Parameters of Dimethylpyridino-1-4-?-Cyclohexa-1,3-diene iron tricarbonyl Complexes

We present the density-functional theoretical results of structural, electronics, and Characterization of simulated dimethylpyridino-1-4-?-cyclohexa-1,3-diene iron tricarbonyl complexes using infra-red, Uv-visible and NMR spectroscopy. The chemical concepts treated include frontier orbitals (HOMO/LUMO), chemical potential, global chemical hardness as well as electrophilicity index. Keywords:  Electrophilicity index, Chemical hardness, vibrational analysis, ionization energy, electron affinit

The Negotiation Issues in Nigeria\u27s Post-Independence Conflicts

Nigeria which typifies the condition in most African countries, is bedeviled by disputes and conflicts which impact so negatively on the country’s economic growth and quality of life indices. Disputes usually range from local, tribal, and religious skirmishes to national, regional, and international engagements. These naturally involve negotiations in form of agreements, treaties, dialogues, and national conferences which may be conventional or cultural. At the same time, Nigeria’s nationhood is still being questioned and even threatened 100 years after unification and 54 years after independence. The basic argument in this paper is negotiation as a factor may have played a significant part in the persistence of Nigeria’s disputes over time. The aim of the paper therefore, is to delve into the history of Nigeria’s conflicts since 1960, highlighting and assessing the various conventional and traditional negotiation modes. The paper relies mainly on secondary historical information the contents of which are analyzed to lead to an in-depth understanding of the modes, processes, and outcomes of factors. This is with regard to the four case studies: the Nigerian Civil War (1967-1970), Nigeria-Cameroon boundary dispute (1913-2006), Niger Delta militancy and insurgency (1985-2011), and Boko Haram terrorism (1980-2013). Expected findings of the paper include: identification and understanding of various methods of negotiation in the case studies, varying degrees of success and failures (short-term and long-term) as outcomes of negotiation, and persistence of an unresolved national question

THE CONCEPT OF GENDER JUSTICE AND WOMEN’S RIGHTS IN NIGERIA: ADDRESSING THE MISSING LINK

Over the years, Nigeria has gained the unpopular recognition globally as a patriarchal society in which the inalienable rights of women are often subjected to ridicule, extensive abuse, neglect and violations. Cultural, religious and societal norms have arguably entrenched a historical imbalance in power relationships between men and women and have tilted the overall perceptions and roles of women in Nigeria. In Nigeria, it could be said that the abuse of the natural rights of a woman begins from the time of her birth and only comes to an end at the time of her death. In many parts of Nigeria, particularly the North, women who are prematurely and compulsorily betrothed to a man at birth are not allowed access to basic education and are generally burdened with domestic household chores. These becomes the foundation for a lifetime of circular and absolute dependence on a man she does not know: and upon the demise of the man her right to inherit his property is denied and her life becomes miserable because of obnoxious practices which she could be made to undergo as a sign of respect for the deceased husband. These cultural, religious and societal norms are arguably at the root of the historical neglect of women in Nigeria. The rapid ascendancy of human rights in Nigeria, coupled with Nigeria’s prominent role as a signatory to virtually all the core international human right treaties and instruments raised expectations that women in Nigeria may begin to enjoy some measure of protection from archaic and anachronistic practices that subject them to a wanton abuse. The scope of these happenings requires an extensive reflection and worthy of scholarly examination in the light of recent debates in the Nigeria National Assembly on child marriage, women’s right and the need for constitutional protection for the girl child. This paper examines the nature, scope and extent of human rights protection afforded to women under Nigerian domestic laws and under international law. It reflects on how key issues such as child marriage, women’s property rights and female succession norms and practices affect gender justice and the protection and fulfillment of the rights of women in Nigeria. It discusses the possible legal panacea to these historical and cultural challenges in this 21 st century

Strategies for Strengthening Leader–Follower Relationships for Improving Organizational Performance

AbstractPoor-quality leader-follower relationships reduce organizational performance. Organizational leaders are concerned about poor performance as it can negatively impact sustainability. Grounded in the leader-member exchange theory, the purpose of this qualitative single case study was to explore strategies leaders in oil-servicing organizations use to improve organizational performance. Data were collected from semi-structured, face-to-face interviews with 14 leaders from an oil-servicing organization and a review of company documents and the organizations’ websites. Through thematic analysis, five themes emerged: Leadership styles, motivation, mentoring and coaching, communication methods, and follower engagement. A key recommendation is for business leaders to influence followers to improve organizational performance by understanding the followers\u27 strengths, weaknesses, and behavioral patterns. The implications for positive social change include the potential to increase the number of employees hired from the region, build a stronger community, and allow the individuals a greater means to give back to and support their local community to sustain the economy. A sustainable economy contributes to a positive social change by adding value, dignity, and development to individuals, communities, organizations, and cultures