FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT PRACTICE AND PERFORMANCE OF SMEs IN NIGERIA (A CASE STUDY OF SELECTED SMEs IN EKET LGA)
Background to the study: Small firms play vital roles in the process of industrialization, sustainable economic growth (Ariyo, 2005); encouragement of entrepreneurship, employment generation (Ogujiuba et al, 2004); reduction of poverty and contribution to the Gross Domestic...
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THE IMPACT OF DEBT FINANCING ON FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE OF MANUFACTURING FIRMS IN NIGERIA
ABSTRACT: Debt financing decision is among the key financial decisions that are taken by firms since debt financing has an impact on the financial performance. Leverage financing provides the borrower with an opportunity to finance an investment...
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THE EFFECTS OF FINANCIAL LEVERAGE ON COMPANY PERFORMANCE
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY: Firms at every stage of growth and development, from concept to maturity need found in order to survive. The aim of every business is to maximize the wealth and welfare of its owners.
Without finance, the aim of every business cannot be me...
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A STUDY ON THE ADOPTION OF INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL REPORTING STANDARDS AND EARNINGS MANAGEMENT IN QUOTED MANUFACTURING COMPANIES IN NIGERIA
ABSTRACT: This study examined the impact of the adoption of the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) on earnings management in quoted manufacturing companies in Nigeria. Published Financial statements prepared under the Nigerian Statements of A...
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AN EMPIRICAL INVESTIGATION OF COVID-19 ON PRODUCT SALES AND MARKETING
ABSTRACT: This study is carried out to examine an empirical investigation of Covid-19 effect on Products’ Sales and Marketing using Ogbongonogo Market Asaba, Delta State.The survey research design and . Convenience sampling was employed for the study. ...
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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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ANALYSIS OF SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY AND ITS EFFECTS ON BUSINESS ORGANIZATION
ABSTRACT: The study aimed at examining the effect of Corporate Social Responsibility on business organization using Sterling Bank Iwo branch of Osun State as case study. It determined the significant effect of CSR on business organiza...
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ASSESSMENT OF TEACHING AND LEANING OF I.R.S AND THE INSTRUMENTALITY OF ICT IN SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL AYEDAADE LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, OSUN STATE
Background to the Study: Information and communication technology (ICT) is gaining importance in today's society, dubbed the information age, since it is considered to facilitate and accelerate our entrance into an information-based environment. In addition,...
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ASSESSMENT OF THE PROFITABILITY OF IMPROVED AGRICULTURE AND ITS RELATIONSHIP TO POVERTY STATUS
ABSTRACT: Sustainable increase in honeybee production and productivities is sine qua non to bridge honey products gaps in Nigeria and a path to self-sufficient in food production and conservation of ecosystem through honeybee pollination service. The study was un...
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BENEFITS OF TURNING SUPPLY CHAIN INTO REVENUE CHAIN IN PRODUCTION COMPANIES
Background Of The Study: Revenue growth is a top priority on corporate agendas today. Companies are grappling with challenges such as learning how to enter new markets and attract new customers, identifying which new channels to tap in each segment and geography,...
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BUSINESS COMBINATION AND FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE OF BANKS IN NIGERIA BANKING INDUSTRY
Background of the Study: Firstly, the study of Business combination and financial performance of banks in Nigeria banking industry is introduce as the main thing which business merger and acquisition rely on a skill or knowledge brought together by the...
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IMPACT OF BANK COMPETITION ON THE NIGERIAN BANKING SYSTEM
ABSTRACT: This study seeks to determine the relationship between bank competition and banking system stability in the Nigerian banking industry. Annual data were employed in the course of this research. The sources of the data employed were the Central Bank of Ni...
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EFFECTS OF DRILL AND PRACTICE ON THE ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT OF STUDENTS IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE IN JUNIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL IN LAGOS STATE
ABSTRACT: This study examines The Effect of Drill and Practice on the Academic Achievement of Students in English Language in Junior Secondary Schools in Lagos State. The purpose of this research was to determine the achievement scores of students t...
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IMPACT OF BAD DEBT IN COMMERCIAL BANK LENDING IN NIGERIA
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY: Banks today are the largest financial institutions around the world, with branches and subsidiaries throughout the world. The services rendered by commercial banks in Nigerian cannot be over-emphasized. The banks basically in any economy are financial int...
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THE ROLE OF MODERN TECHNOLOGY IN ACHIEVING COMMUNICATION EFFICIENCY IN NIGERIA
ABSTRACT: This study examined the role of modern technology in achieving communication efficiency in Nigeria with special reference to OSBC and Nigerian Tribune, Osun State. Specifically, the study examine examine whether computer and i...
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WORK LIFE BALANCE AND ITS EFFECTS ON ORGANISATIONAL PERFORMANCE
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
1.1 BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY: Every individual is an integral part of the family in particular and the society in general. In today&rs...
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THE IMPACT OF RISK ON THE PERFORMANCE OF LISTED INSURANCE COMPANIES IN NIGERIA
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
Background of the study: Risk management is an important discipline in business especially the insurance business. Recently, businesses put great emphasis on risk management as this determines their su...
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THE IMPACT OF HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT ON PRODUCTIVITY OF AN ORGANIZATION
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY: The management of people within the organization has become an increasingly recognized important focus for researchers and practitioner over the past 20 years. Organizations ar...
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THE IMPACT OF INDUSTRIAL OUTPUT ON ECONOMIC GROWTH OF NIGERIA
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
BACKGROUND OF STUDY: The oil boom of the 1970s led Nigeria to neglect its agricultural and light manufacturing bases in favor of an unhealthy dependen...
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THE IMPACT OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY ON PUPIL’S COMMUNICATION SKILLS
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
Background of Study: In today's society, where the proliferation of information requires the use of information and communication technology (ICT)...
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THE IMPACT OF CASHLESS POLICY ON ECONOMIC GROWTH OF NIGERIA
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
Background Of The Study: The introduction of electronic banking, online transactions and mobile banking in Nigeria has paved way for a new era of...
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THE IMPACT OF CASHLESS POLICY ON ECONOMIC GROWTH OF NIGERIA
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
Background Of The Study: The introduction of electronic banking, online transactions and mobile banking in Nigeria has paved way for a new era of deve...
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DEVELOPMENT AND DESIGN SPACE EXPLORATION OF DEEP CONVOLUTION NEURAL NETWORK FOR IMAGE RECOGNITION
CHAPTER ONE
Introduction
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THE IMPACT OF FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT BEST PRACTICES ON SME PERFORMANCE IN NIGERIA
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
Purpose Statement
This quantitative survey-based study aims to examine the effect of financial management best practices on the performance...
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THE ROLES OF PHARMACY TECHNICIAN IN PROMOTING MEDICATION ADHERENCE: A CASE STUDY OF GENERAL HOSPITAL OFFA
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
Background of the Study: Medication adherence remains a critical challenge in healthcare systems globally, including Nigeria. Inadequate adherence to...
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DETECTING SPAM EMAILS USING MACHINE LEARNING ALGORITHM
Introduction
Spam is a term used to describe an unrequested and undesirable message transmitted electronically by a sender who has no existing connection with the recipient (Cormack, 2006). There are multiple categories of electronic sp...
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A FAST QUASI-STATIC TIME SERIES SIMULATION METHOD USING SENSITIVITY ANALYSIS TO EVALUATE DISTRIBUTED PV IMPACTS
SUMMARY
The desire to reduce carbon footprint coupled with government incentives has led to a massive deployment of renewable energy resources, solar photovoltaics (PV) in particular. Electric utilities in the United States face the challenge of numerous solar PV interconnec- tion reque...
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ACCEPTANCE OF LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS: A PERSPECTIVE OF NORTHERN NIGERIAN STUDENTS
ABSTRACT
Access to the internet in developing countries is on the increase due to the declining cost of internet subscription and the availability of cheaper alternatives to internet-ready devices. This has ensured that most industries can leverage on technology advancements in order to...
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ACHIEVEMENTS AND CHALLENGES OF TECHNICAL AID CORPS AS A FOREIGN POLICY TOOL
ABSTRACT
.The Technical Aid Corps Scheme is conceived by the Federal Government of Nigeria as an instrument of economic diplomacy. The ultimate aim of the programme is to promote Nigerias economic interest and boost her image in the comity of nations. However, despite the huge investmen...
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CYBERBULLYING DETECTION USING WEAKLY SUPERVISED AND FULLY SUPERVISED LEARNING
ABSTRACT
Machine learning is a very useful tool to solve issues in multiple domains such as sentiment analysis, fake news detection, facial recognition, and cyberbullying. In this work, we have leveraged its ability to understand the nuances of natural language to detect cyberbullying....
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THE USE OF TECHNOLOGY AND COMMUNICATION TOOLS BY YOUTHS IN ORGANIZING PROTESTS (A CASE STUDY OF ENDBADGOVERNANCE PROTEST IN NIGERIA)
THE USE OF TECHNOLOGY AND COMMUNICATION TOOLS BY YOUTHS IN ORGANIZING PROTESTS (A CASE STUDY OF ENDBADGOVERNANCE PROTEST IN NIGERIA)
Chapter One: Introduction
1.1 Background of the Study
In contemporary protest movem...
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ANALYSING THE ROLE OF X (FORMERLY TWITTER) IN OBTAINING SOCIAL JUSTICE
ANALYSING THE ROLE OF X (FORMERLY TWITTER) IN OBTAINING SOCIAL JUSTICE.
Chapter One: Introduction
Background of the Study
Social media platforms have become powerful tools for advocating social justice, reshaping public discourse, and mobilizing collective action. Am...
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SOCIAL MEDIA COMEDY SKITS AS A SELF-EMPLOYMENT TOOL IN NIGERIA: A CASE STUDY OF EDO STATE RESIDENTS.
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...
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PROFESSIONAL PERCEPTION OF THE PROBLEM AND PROSPECT OF EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES IN BUILDING CONSTRUCTION. A CASE STUDY OF JULIUS BERGER INTERNATIONAL
PROFESSIONAL PERCEPTION OF THE PROBLEM AND PROSPECT OF EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES IN BUILDING CONSTRUCTION. A CASE STUDY OF JULIUS BERGER INTERNATIONAL
Chapter One: Introduction
Background of the Study
Emerging technologies are reshaping various sectors, including b...
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MEDIA REPRESENTATION OF GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF NEWS COVERAGE IN WESTERN AND AFRICAN MEDIA
MEDIA REPRESENTATION OF GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF NEWS COVERAGE IN WESTERN AND AFRICAN MEDIA
Chapter One: Introduction
Background of the Study
Media representation plays a crucial role in shaping public percept...
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GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE AND ITS IMPACT ON THE EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT OF FEMALE STUDENTS IN TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS
GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE AND ITS IMPACT ON THE EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT OF FEMALE STUDENTS IN TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS
Chapter One: Introduction
Background of the Study
Gender-based violence (GBV) is a pervasive issue that significantly impa...
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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 EFFECTIVENESS OF SHELTERS AND SUPPORT SERVICES FOR SURVIVORS OF GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE IN NIGERIA
THE EFFECTIVENESS OF SHELTERS AND SUPPORT SERVICES FOR SURVIVORS OF GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE IN NIGERIA
Chapter One: Introduction
Background of the Study
Gender-based violence (GBV) is a profound and pervasive issue in Nigeria, affectin...
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EXPLORING THE PSYCHOLOGICAL IMPACT OF GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE ON MALE SURVIVORS: A CASE STUDY OF REFUGEES IN EUROPE
EXPLORING THE PSYCHOLOGICAL IMPACT OF GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE ON MALE SURVIVORS: A CASE STUDY OF REFUGEES IN EUROPE
Chapter One: Introduction
Background of the Study
Gender-based violence (GBV) is often perceived primarily as an issue...
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THE ROLE OF SOCIAL MEDIA IN RAISING AWARENESS AND COMBATING GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE IN THE 21ST CENTURY
THE ROLE OF SOCIAL MEDIA IN RAISING AWARENESS AND COMBATING GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE IN THE 21ST CENTURY
Chapter One: Introduction
Background of the Study
The advent of social media in the 21st century has revolutionized the way informa...
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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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THE ROLE OF TRADITIONAL LEADERS IN COMBATING GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE IN RURAL AFRICAN COMMUNITIES
THE ROLE OF TRADITIONAL LEADERS IN COMBATING GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE IN RURAL AFRICAN COMMUNITIES
Chapter One: Introduction
Background of the Study
Gender-based violence (GBV) is a pervasive issue in rural African communities, where tr...
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EFFECT OF INTEREST RATE ON EXCHANGE RATE MANAGEMENT IN NIGERIA
ABSTRACT
Despite the fact that in Nigeria Monetary Policy (Interest rate policy) has been a policy tool for managing the exchange rate, Nigeria has continued to witness depreciating value of its domestic currency in recent times. This cannot be disconnected to the fact that the monetary...
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EFFECTS OF BLENDED LEARNING ON OFFICE TECHNOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT STUDENTS ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AND INTEREST IN COLLEGES OF EDUCATION IN SOUTH WEST NIGERIA
Background to the Study
Office technology and management (OTM) programme is a fundamental part of vocational education in the Department of Business Education in Colleges of Education. This programme offered knowledge, skills, in-depth administrative office preparation to meet the deman...
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CHALLENGES AND SOLUTIONS IN CURBING ELECTRICITY VANDALISM IN YOBE STATE: THE ROLE OF GOVERNMENT POLICIES AND LOCAL VIGILANTE GROUPS
CHALLENGES AND SOLUTIONS IN CURBING ELECTRICITY VANDALISM IN YOBE STATE: THE ROLE OF GOVERNMENT POLICIES AND LOCAL VIGILANTE GROUPS
Chapter One: Introduction
1.1 Background of the Study
Electricity vandalism is a growing concern in N...
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FIRM CHARACTERISTICS AND CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY IN NIGERIA
ABSTRACT
The study examines the impact of firm characteristics on corporate social responsibility: the moderating role of firm life cycle in quoted non-financial firms in Nigeria. The ex-post facto research design was used in this research alongside the positivism resea...
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INTEGRATION OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (ICT) IN BUSINESS EDUCATION CURRICULUM IN JUNIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN OYO STATE
1.1 Background of the Study
The integration of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in education is a transformative trend in modern pedagogy, especially in business education. ICT enables interactive and flexible learning exp...
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CASSAVA PEEL-DERIVED NANOPARTICLES FOR ENHANCED HYDROCARBON ADSORPTION AND HEAVY METAL SEQUESTRATION IN ALGAE-BASED AQUEOUS PHASE SYSTEM
1.1 Background to the Study
The increasing burden of environmental pollution is a critical global challenge, necessitating innovative approaches to mitigate its adverse impacts on ecosystems and human health. Rapid industrialization, ur...
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THE PERCEPTION OF HUMAN RIGHTS RADIO ABUJA LISTENERS ON PIDGIN ENGLISH BROADCASTING
1.0 Introduction
This chapter contains the background to the study and a statement of the problem which describes in clear terms the gaps which this study seeks to fill. This chapter highlights the objectives of the study, research questions, research hypotheses, signif...
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