A HISTORICAL REVIEW OF THE DOCTRINE OF DIGANCI AND DIGAWA RELIGIOUS GROUP IN NIGERIA
BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY: In the history of Islam, doctrinal disagreements that resulted in the formation of sects were unavoidable, as the Prophet Mohammed is said to have predicted (S.A.W). 1Also, the notion of regeneration (Tajdeed) is based on another Propheti...
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A CRITICAL EXAMINATION OF THE DOCTRINE AND IMPLEMENTATION OF SELF-DEFENSE IN THE CONTEXT OF INTERNATIONAL LAW
ABSTRACT: The present dissertation utilises the doctrinal research method to evaluate the theory of Self defence, which is considered a fundamental tenet of International law and serves as one of the exceptions to the prohibition on the use of force. This dissertation focuse...
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AN ANALYSIS OF THE LIFESTYLE CHOICES OF YOUNG INDIVIDUALS AND ITS IMPACT ON THE GROWTH OF CHURCHES
ABSTRACT: This study was carried out to assess the life style of young people and church growth. Specifically, the study aimed to examine young people life style and church growth, change the unhealthy culture of some church young people ministries and...
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AN EXAMINATION OF THE ROLE OF THE JUDICIARY IN LAW MAKING IN NIGERIA
ABSTRACT: The general purpose of this research work was to analyze the Role of the Judiciary in Law Making in Nigeria. The basic objectives of this research were to understand or explore the Role of the Judiciary in Law Making; to understand the impacts and challenges of jud...
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THE ROLE OF THE CHURCH IN NATION BUILDING: A SURVEY ON CHRISTIAN PARTICIPATION IN POLITICS
BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY: Nigerian Christianity dates back to the abolition of the trans-Atlantic slave trade in the early nineteenth century, which was followed by the emergence of a literate African elite, consisting of liberated and returned slaves as well as local converts. Th...
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EXAMINING THE CHARACTERISTICS AND FINANCIAL ACHIEVEMENT OF LISTED CONSUMER GOODS FIRMS IN NIGERIA
Background To The Study: The performance of each firm not only contributes to its own market value, but also to the growth of the whole industry, which in turn contributes to the economy's economic success. Scholars in numerous fields of business and strategi...
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ASSESSMENT ON THE ROLE OF CAPITAL MARKET ON PRIVATIZATION PROCESS IN NIGERIA
BACKGROUND OF THE BODY: Privatization Appeared on standard dictionaries only in the early 1980s [it appeared in Webster new collegiate Dictionary is one of the radical methods through for thinning the government owned enterprises [which failed to maximize gr...
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CHRISTIAN PARTICIPATION IN POLITICS: A MORAL CONCERN IN CONTEMPORARY NIGERIA
BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY: Nigerian Christianity dates back to the abolition of the trans-Atlantic slave trade in the early nineteenth century, which was followed by the emergence of a literate African elite, consisting of liberated and returned slaves as well as local converts. Th...
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THE US SECURITY POLICY AND NORTH KOREA NUCLEAR PROGRAMME, 2000 - 2008
Introduction: The posture of the US foreign and defense policies especially in the post-Cold War era of international politics has demonstrated blatantly and abundantly a tendency to seek power, increase power and to demonstrate power (Morganthau, 1973). More importantly, the 9/1...
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THE CHURCH'S INVOLVEMENT IN THE CHALLENGES TO LASTING PEACE IN NIGERIA
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY: The political instability, strife, and unpredictability in Nigeria present significant apprehensions for both local inhabitants and foreigners in the vicinity. Nevertheless, Nigeria continues to be beset by political sabotage, profound economic incon...
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THE UNITED NATIONS SECURITY COUNCIL AND INTERNATIONAL CONFLICT RESOLUTION: A CASE STUDY OF THE UN SECURITY COUNCIL WEAPON INSPECTION IN IRAQ
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY: The United Nations Organization was formed in 1945; it was to be a universal single purpose organization that would promote world peace and security. In order to ensure prompt and effective action by the United Nations, its members confer on the Security...
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A CRITICAL ANALYSIS OF THE PREREQUISITE OF A VALID WILL
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
The concept of WILLS is of great importance. This concept originated from the Roman Law and was passed on to English Law from where the nations of the Commonwealth accepted it as part...
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THE RELEVANCE OF AFRICA TRADITIONAL RELIGION IN THIS MODERN AGE: SCHOLARS PERSPECTIVES
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
Background of the study: African traditional religion refers to the indigenous or autochthonous religion of the African people. It deals with their co...
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THE INFLUENCE OF GODFATHERISM IN NIGERIA POLITICS IN THE FOURTH REPUBLIC
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
Background of the Study: The issue about godfatherism in the politics of Nigeria has become a plague in the body of politics irrespective of the political party that are involved. It is a common...
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A SURVEY OF THE GENERAL PUBLIC'S VIEWS ON POPE FRANCIS'S BLESSINGS ON SAME-SEX COUPLES, A CASE STUDY OF ST JOHN'S PRO-CATHEDRAL PARISH ABAK, AKWA IBOM
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
Background of the study: While the pursuit of same-sex marriage was not initially a primary objective of the LGBT movement during the 1970s, it swiftly emerged as a focal point on the...
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AN ANALYSIS OF THE PUBLIC'S PERCEPTION ABOUT POPE FRANCIS' ENDORSEMENT OF BLESSINGS FOR SAME-SEX COUPLES: A CASE STUDY OF PORT-HARCOURT, RIVERS STATE
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
Background of the study: While same-sex marriage was not initially a primary focus of the LGBT movement in the 1970s, it gained significant prominence in the early 2000s, becoming a ce...
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A COMPREHENSIVE ANALYSIS OF THE SOCIETAL PERCEPTION SURROUNDING POPE FRANCIS' ENDORSEMENT OF BLESSINGS FOR SAME-SEX COUPLES: A CASE STUDY OF SACRED HEART PARISH, GWAGWALADA, ABUJA
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
Background of the study: While same-sex marriage was not initially a primary focus of the LGBT movement in the 1970s, it gained significant prominence in the early 2000s and became a c...
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AN ANALYSIS OF THE PUBLIC'S PERCEPTION OF POPE FRANCIS' BLESSINGS REGARDING THE ACCEPTANCE OF SAME-SEX COUPLES: A CASE STUDY OF ALIMOSHO, LAGOS STATE
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
Background of the study: The focus of the LGBT movement in the 1970s did not primarily revolve around advocating for same-sex marriage. However, as the new century began, same-sex marr...
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AN EXAMINATION OF PUBLIC PERCEPTION OF POPE FRANCIS BLESSINGS APPROVAL FOR SAME-SEX COUPLES: A CASE STUDY OF AKOKA RESIDENTS, LAGOS STATE
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
Background of the study: Although same-sex marriage was not a central goal of the LGBT movement in the 1970s, at the turn of the century it quickly came to the center of the movement a...
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THE CONCEPT OF HAPPINESS IN ST. AUGUSTINE (A CRITICAL APPRAISAL)
CHAPTER ONE
GENERAL INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION: Aristotle in the commencement of his “Metaphysics” wrote: “pantes anthropoi tou eidenai oregontai phuse” (all men by...
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AN ANALYSIS OF THE APPLICATION OF THE DOCTRINE OF COMPACT UNDER THE NIGERIAN MILITARY LAW
ABSTRACT
This research titled: Analysis of the Doctrine of Compact under the Nigerian Military Law is concerned about the legal status of a soldier upon joining the military&nb...
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A STUDY OF EXECUTIVE–LEGISLATURE RELATIONSHIP IN THE BUDGET PROCESS OF THE 7TH AND 8TH NIGERIA’S NATIONAL ASSEMBLY
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
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AN EXAMINATION OF THE ATTITUDE OF THE NIGERIAN COURTS TO THE USE OF INTRINSIC AND EXTRINSIC AIDS IN THE INTERPRETATION OF STATUTES
CHAPTER ONE
Background to the Study: The doctr...
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AN EXAMINATION OF THE ROLE OF THE JUDICIARY IN LAW MAKING IN NIGERIA
ABSTRACT: The general purpose of this research work was to analyze the Role of the Judiciary in Law Making in Nigeria. The basic objectives of this research were to understand or explore the Role of the Judiciary in Law Making; to understand the impacts and challenges of jud...
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ASSESSMENT OF THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE MACE IN PARLIAMENTARY PROCEEDINGS AS SYMBOL OF AUTHORITY OF THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY, ABUJA: 2015 – 2020
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
Background to the Study: The Mace is believed and admitted to be the symbol of authority of the National Assembly and in other parts of the world as well. It plays a significant role in the...
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ASSESSMENT OF THE PERFORMANCE OF THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY IN STRENGTHENING DEMOCRACY IN NIGERIA: A STUDY OF THE 8TH ASSEMBLY
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
Background to the Study: Democracy is by far the most popular form of government in the world today (Anifowose & Enemuo, 1999; Friedrich Ebert Stiftung, FES, 2008). It is also a concept...
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CIVIL MILITARY RELATIONS AND LEGISLATIVE OVERSIGHT IN NIGERIA: A STUDY OF FOURTH REPUBLIC NIGERIAN SENATE.
CHAPTER ONE
Introduction : Eric Hoffer once noted that, “there are similarities between absolute power and absolute faith; a demand for absolute obedience, a readiness to attempt the impossible, bias for simple solutions – to cut the knot r...
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EXAMINING THE EFFECT OF POOR FUNDING OF CAPITAL PROJECTS ON THE WELFARE OF CITIZENS WITH PARTICULAR REFERENCE TO KAGARA DAM IN NIGER STATE
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
Background to the <...
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THE STUDY OF THE INFLUENCE OF THE NAIJA HIP-HOP MUSIC ON THE GENERAL WELL-BEING OF THE NIGERIAN YOUTHS
INTRODUCTION: Music is a common phenomenon that is found among the different cultures of the world and its importance and values cannot be over emphasised. Music is an age long art that has impacted greatly on humanity in so many ways beyond what words could describe. Experiences...
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KNOWLEDGE AND PERCEPTION OF DIVORCE AMONG CHRISTIAN FAITHFUL IN IKWO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA EBONYI STATE NIGERIA
Background of the study
Divorce is one of the core vices that have posed a lot of challenges to human kind in different dimensions. This is true in that, the problem of divorce is not just to Christians alone but people from all works of life. According...
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A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS ON THE CONCEPT OF FREEDOM OF RELIGION UNDER THE SHARI‘AH AND INTERNATIONAL LAW
ABSTRACT
This study analyzes the compatibility of Shariah with International Law on freedom of religion. As a subject of colossal complexity and variation, detailed examination is restricted to the highly contentious issues of the right to change religion (otherwise termed apostasy in I...
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AN ANALYSIS OF THE APPLICATION OF THE DOCTRINE OF COMPACT UNDER THE NIGERIAN MILITARY LAW
ABSTRACT
This research titled: Analysis of the Doctrine of Compact under the Nigerian Military Law is concerned about the legal status of a soldier upon joining the military profession on the one hand, and his contract of service to the state on the other hand. The soldiers compact spel...
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AN ANALYSIS OF THE EFFICACY OF MINORITY PROTECTION UNDER NIGERIAN COMPANY LAW
ABSTRACT
This dissertation entitled „‟An Analysis of the Efficacy of Minority Protection under Nigerian Company Law‟ which analyzed the principle of majority rule vis-à-vis remedies for protection of minorities under Nigerian company law was aimed at ascertaining whether th...
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AN APPRAISAL OF THE CONCEPT AND PRACTICE OF EXTRADITION UNDER INTERNATIONAL LAW
ABSTRACT
Customary international law and treaties have evolved over the centuries by the willing and active commitments of nations to subdue criminals tendencies by punishing fugitive offenders who attempt to escape from justice by seeking refuge in another nations. Extradition has been...
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AN APPRAISAL OF THE CONCEPT AND SCOPE OF AGENCY RELATIONSHIP UNDER THE NIGERIAN COMMERCIAL LAW
ABSTRACT
Agency relationship from its origin, presents situation where a person (principal) is bound by the acts of another (the agent) and he (the principal) takes the rights and obligations arising out of such relationship is therefore, an exception of the doctrine of privity of contr...
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AN APPRAISAL OF THE DOCTRINE OF HAUZI IN ISLAMIC LAW
ABSTRACT
Hauzi is deemed as a principle that gives title to a holder of property for long period enjoying its benefit in his capacity as the owner. It is among the lawful means of acquiring ownership of property recognised by Islamic law. This research work An Appraisal of the doctrine...
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AN APPRAISAL OF THE DOCTRINE OF NON-INTERVENTION IN INTERNATIONAL LAW
ABSTRACTS
Under the Charter of the United Nations, intervention is absolutely prohibited in matters that are purely domestic to states. However, notwithstanding this general rule of non-intervention, there are happenings that though purely internal to states, have the capability to thre...
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AN APPRAISAL OF THE DOCTRINE AND PRACTICE OF SELF-DEFENCE IN INTERNATIONAL LAW
ABSTRACT
This dissertation employs the doctrinal method of research to appraise the doctrine of Self defence as one of the fundamental principles of International law, and as one of the exceptions to the prohibition on the use of force. To this end, this dissertation centers on Article...
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AN ASSESSMENT OF THE OBJECTIVES OF ISLAMIC LAW (MAQASID AL-SHARI’AH) IN THE PRESERVATION OF THE FIVE ESSENTIAL VALUES (NECESSITIES) (MAQASID AL-SHARI’AH)
ABSTRACT
It is undisputable fact that nowadays, the Muslim world in particular has realized the dire need to write, translate and produce many books and articles on the topic of maqasid due to its importance in addressing and solving modern issues challenging the Muslim Ummah. It is in...
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DEWEY PHILOSOPHY AND CONTEMPORARY EDUCATION IN NIGERIA IMPELICATION FOR DEMOCRACY AND EDUCATION
1.1Background to the Study
Since the return of sovereignty, education that is to do with socio-political, ideological orientation and democratic tenets and that helps to liberate the mind and mould the individual for self-reliance has been the main national objective of Nigerian educati...
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THE INTERSECTIONALITY OF RACE AND GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE: EXPERIENCES OF MINORITY WOMEN IN THE UNITED STATES
THE INTERSECTIONALITY OF RACE AND GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE: EXPERIENCES OF MINORITY WOMEN IN THE UNITED STATES.
Chapter One: Introduction
Background of the Study
The intersectionality of race and gender-based violence (GBV) is a critica...
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GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE IN CONFLICT ZONES: A STUDY OF THE EXPERIENCES OF DISPLACED WOMEN IN THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO
GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE IN CONFLICT ZONES: A STUDY OF THE EXPERIENCES OF DISPLACED WOMEN IN THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO
Chapter One: Introduction
Background of the Study
Gender-based violence (GBV) is a pervasive issue that transc...
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THE INFLUENCE OF RELIGIOUS BELIEFS ON THE PERCEPTION AND RESPONSE TO GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE IN WEST AFRICA
HE INFLUENCE OF RELIGIOUS BELIEFS ON THE PERCEPTION AND RESPONSE TO GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE IN WEST AFRICA.
Chapter One: Introduction
Background of the Study
Gender-based violence (GBV) is a significant issue in West Africa, manifestin...
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FEDERAL CHARACTER PRINCIPLES AND THE CHALLENGES OF SOCIAL JUSTICE AND NATIONAL INTEGRATION IN NIGERIA
1.1Background of the Study
Federal character principles or quota system of representation became an issue and as a part of constitutional arrangement following major serious disagreement between Northern and Southern leaders over the issue of self- government for Nigeria. In the 1950s,...
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YOUTH MINISTRY AND WHY IT IS IMPORTANT IN OUR TODAY'S GLOBAL WORLD
ABSTRACT
This study explores the significance and impact of youth ministry in today’s globalized world, examining its role in shaping faith, moral development, and community engagement among young people. As young individuals face...
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THE ROLE OF CHURCH LEADERS IN THE GROWTH AND SURVIVAL OF THE CHURCH
1.1 Background of the Study
The role of church leaders has become an increasingly important topic in discussions of church growth and survival. With religious institutions worldwide facing complex challenges, effective leadership is ess...
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FACTORS INFLUENCING FAMILY PLANNING CHOICES AMONG COUPLES ATTENDING FAMILY PLANNING CLINIC IN UCTH CALABAR
1.1 Background of the Study
Family planning is a critical component of reproductive health, and it has become a central issue in global health discussions due to its significant impact on population control, maternal health, and the overall well-be...
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