INTRODUCTION: The subject of taxation has received considerable intellectual and theoretical attention in the literature. Taxation is one of the most volatile subjects in governance both in the developing and developed nations. Tax refers to a “compulsory l...

Background of Study: Nigeria is a large nation with a population or about 120 million people made up of three main ethnic groups: Hausa, Yoruba and Ibo, plus many other minor tribes. Nigeria gained her independence in 1960 and become a republic in 1963. Since the...

Background of the Study: Nigeria faces serious poverty challenges. Two out of every three Nigerians live below the poverty line of $1 per day in income. Poverty in Nigeria is concentrated in rural areas, which are home to more than 70 percent of the nation’s poor. Developme...

BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY: The growth of cooperative societies as a potent instrument for developing economic empowerment, especially among women and other vulnerable and excluded groups, has garnered a growing amount of recognition in recent years. They have conti...

CHAPTER ONE

INTRODUCTION

Background to the Study: Poverty is the major problem in most developing economies. In these economies, it is argued that among others absence of acce...

CHAPTER ONE

INTRODUCTION

BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY: Poverty is a universal problem facing mankind, with serious consequences. It can be described as a multi-dimensional phenomenon, which lacks universally accepted definition. Fo...

ABSTRACT

This study focused on access and utilization of information for economic empowerment by widows in Zaria local government area, Kaduna state. Five (5) research questions and two

(2) null hypotheses were formulated. The research sought to find out the types of informati...

1.1.Background to the Study

Poverty is multidimensional. It includes various alienations and deprivations such as lack of human capabilities, poor life expectancy, poor maternal health, illiteracy, poor nutritional levels, poor access to safe drinking water and perceptions of well-being...

ABSTRACT

Women‟s rights and how they are being practiced among different societies and civilisations remain among the topical issues in today‟s world. This study made an examination of the practice of Islamic women rights and how it impacted on people in Katsina state. The key variables...

ABSTRACT

The study conducted in Plateau State set out to find out the perception of the residents in the selected study areas of Jos North, Jos South and Bassa Local Government Areas o n the role of the programmes, Women in Action and Muryar Mata in creating demand for development and p...

Background to the Study

The 21st Century is best described as the age of science and technology, exploration, experimentation and development. This has resulted to innovations in all fields of human endeavour with its attendant socioeconomic consequences. Thus, every nation must be abre...

1.1Background to the Problem

Science serves as a veritable tool for the sustainable growth and development of a nation. Indeed the strength of a nation and the respect she commands from other nations are functions of her level of scientific and technological development. Science and Mat...

SOCIAL MEDIA COMEDY SKITS AS A SELF-EMPLOYMENT TOOL IN NIGERIA: A CASE STUDY OF EDO STATE RESIDENTS.

Chapter One: Introduction

Background of the Study

The advent of social media has revolutionized communication, entertainment, and business practices worldwide. In Nig...

SOCIAL MEDIA COMEDY SKITS AS A SELF-EMPLOYMENT TOOL IN NIGERIA
Chapter One: Introduction

Background of the Study

In Nigeria, social media has become a powerful platform for communication, entertainment, and business. One of the emerging trends is the use of social media...

ASSESSING THE IMPACT OF GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE ON WOMEN'S ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES.

Chapter One: Introduction

Background of the Study

Gender-based violence (GBV) is a pervasive issue that affects millions of wo...

ABSTRACT

This study examines the effects of political defection on democratic governance in Jigawa State. Political defection has manifested itself in the State inthe form of frequent political decamping, existence of political moles that belonged to the ruling party while operating in...

BURIAL CEREMONIES AS ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES: A STUDY OF YOUTH EXPLOITATION IN EBONYI STATE

CHAPTER ONE

INTRODUCTION

1.1 Background of the Study

In Ebonyi State, traditional burial ceremonies have evolved beyond purely cultural rites into significant economi...

FROM TRADITION TO BUSINESS: YOUTH-CENTERED DEMANDS IN BURIAL CEREMONIES IN AKWA IBOM STATE

CHAPTER ONE

INTRODUCTION

1.1 Background of the Study

In Akwa Ibom State, the line between ritual observance and commercial enterprise is increasingly...

THE ROLE OF POVERTY IN PERPETUATING CHILD ABUSE IN BAYELSA STATE

1.1 Background of the Study

Bayelsa State, characterized by coastal communities and oil-dependent economies, faces high rates of poverty and unemployment, particularly among rural households. Poverty is a well-do...

ECONOMIC DEPENDENCY AND VIOLENCE AGAINST MEN IN ABIA STATE MARRIAGES

1.1 Background of the Study

Economic interdependence is a central feature of marital relationships, yet imbalanced dependency can become a vector for abuse. In Abia State, traditional gender roles often posit...

Background of the Study

Gender equality has been a central issue in the global feminist movement, advocating for equal rights, opportunities, and treatment for both men and women. However, within the feminist discourse, the rise of what is referred to as "toxic feminism" has e...

Background of the Study

Economic independence for women has been a key goal of feminist movements, allowing women greater autonomy and control over their financial and personal decisions. However, in the context of toxic feminism, this independence is often framed as a means of rejectin...

Background of the Study

Economic empowerment for women has long been a cornerstone of feminist discourse, with the aim of giving women the financial independence to make autonomous decisions. However, when combined with toxic feminist ideologies that advocate for radical gender equality...

Background of the Study

Social and economic reforms aimed at improving gender equality have been an essential component of contemporary governance in Nigeria. These reforms, often driven by feminist ideals, seek to address disparities in education, employment, and healthcare. While thes...

A STUDY ON SOCIO‐ECONOMIC DRIVERS BEHIND SKULL MINING IN YORUBA STATES: A CASE OF MARGINALIZED COMMUNITIES IN OGUN STATE

Background of the Study

Skull mining, the illegal exhumation and trafficking of human skulls for ritualistic purposes, continues to thrive in various parts...

THE PARADOX OF PROSPERITY GOSPEL: WHY SOME NIGERIAN CHRISTIANS PREFER “MIRACLE MONEY” OVER ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT

CHAPTER ONE: INTRODUCTION

1.1 Background of the Study

The emergence and rise of the prosperity gospel movement in Nigeria has transformed the l...

AN EXAMINATION OF DIVORCE TRENDS AMONG MIDDLE-CLASS FAMILIES: A CASE STUDY OF ABUJA MUNICIPAL AREA COUNCIL

CHAPTER ONE: INTRODUCTION

1.1 Background of the Study

Marriage, as a formal and socially sanctioned union, has traditionally played a central role in family for...