A STUDY INTO THE ACCEPTANCE AND ADOPTION OF THE CBN CASHLESS POLICY
ABSTRACT: This study was carried out to examine a study into the acceptance and adoption of the CBN cashless policy using Port Harcourt as a case study. Specifically, the study was aimed at ascertaining the level of acceptability and adoption of the CBN cashless policy...
View DetailsEFFECTS OF MICROFINANCING ON MICRO AND SMALL ENTERPRISES (MSEs) IN SOUTHWEST NIGERIA
ABSTRACT: This research work investigated the effects of micro-financing on Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) in South-west Nigeria. The study examined how micro-finance and non-financial micro-financing activities and features such as group membership, pre-loan training, cross...
View DetailsTHE ROLE OF INTERNAL AUDIT AS A MANAGEMENT TOOL FOR ENHANCING ORGANIZATIONAL FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY: The selection of the research topic indicates the researcher's intention to investigate the efficiency and effectiveness of internal audits in various corporate organisations, including banks, manufacturing companies, and governm...
View DetailsTHE EFFECT OF HUMAN RESOURCE PLANNING ON ORGANIZATIONS PERFORMANCE IN ACCESS BANK
The contemporary corporate landscape is characterised by a high level of competitiveness, wherein the ability to survive and maintain long-term viability has become increasingly elusive for numerous organisations. The genesis of this competition can be attributed to the exponential expansion of t...
View DetailsMERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS IN THE NIGERIAN BANKING INDUSTRY
Background of study: Mergers and acquisitions have emerged as a strategic tool for achieving corporate expansion and growth. Analyses have the banks to benefit from new business opportunities that would be created by change in the regulatory and technological environment.
... View DetailsMISMANAGEMENT IN FINANCIAL INSTITUTION (BANK) EFFECT AND SOLUTION
Background of the study: A financial institution is an organized body concerned with the management of money. This is to say that the institution is responsible for the leading and borrowing of money in other words, it is an institution involved in financial intermediation...
View DetailsTHE IMPACT OF INTERNET BANKING SERVICES EXPENDITURE ON THE PROFITABILITY OF COMMERCIAL BANKS IN NIGERIA
ABSTRACT: This study is aimed at ascertaining the impact of internet banking services expenditure on the profitability of commercial banks in Nigeria; with the focus on Diamond Bank Plc. Internet technology holds the potential to fundamentally change banks and the banking industr...
View DetailsRELEVANCE OF STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT IN A COMPETITIVE BANKING ENVIRONMENT
Background of the study: Firms are facing turbulent operating environments characterized by changing technologies and markets that represent both problems and opportunities. Technology has catalyzed this change and innovation is increasingly becoming the norm to keep pace w...
View DetailsA CRITICAL APPRAISAL OF THE IMPACT OF CAPITAL BUDGETING ON PUBLIC SECTOR
BACKGROND OF THE STUDY: Every business firm normally will like to know how it perform over a period of time this leading to a preparation of profit and loss statement. They also ask about their position at a particular point in time, which lead them to the preparation of budget....
View DetailsTHE IMPACT OF MOTIVATION ON PRODUCTIVITY OF WORKERS
ABSTRACT: The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between motivation and worker productivity, specifically focusing on the National Population Commission (NPC) Enugu headquarter as a case study. The aim was to assess the impact of motivation on the performan...
View DetailsA CRITICAL ASSESSMENT OF THE IMPACT OF GENDER CRIMINALITY IN NIGERIA: A COMPARATIVE REVIEW
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY: Gender is clearly defined as the economic, social, and cultural characteristics, qualities, and opportunities associated with being either male or female. Men and women are fundamentally different in most civilizations, as seen by their a...
View DetailsA CRITICAL INVESTIGATION INTO MARKET RESPONSE AND CANNIBALIZATION OF PRODUCT IN A HIGHLY COMPETITIVE INDUSTRY
ABSTRACT: The aim of this study was to look at product cannibalization as a market response in a highly competitive industry. Specific objectives were established to tactically analyse this phenomenon, including determining whether product cannibalization is a st...
View DetailsA SURVEY INTO THE ACCEPTANCE AND ADOPTION OF THE CBN CASHLESS POLICY IN NIGERIA
ABSTRACT: This study was carried out to examine a study into the acceptance and adoption of the CBN cashless policy using Port Harcourt as a case study. Specifically, the study was aimed at ascertaining...
View DetailsA SURVEY OF EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL AND ITS EFFECTS ON ORGANIZATIONAL PRODUCTIVITY
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY: The function of performance appraisal is a strategic aspect in any review of the conditions required for an organization's growth and survival. It is considered that both the person and the organization require knowledge of how...
View DetailsA SURVEY ON TAX INCENTIVE AS A CATALYST FOR PERFORMANCE OF BEVERAGE COMPANIES
ABSTRACT: The objective of this study was to examine the influence of tax incentives on the performance of beverage companies, focusing on selected beverage companies in Enugu State as a case study. The research study utilised a survey-based descriptiv...
View DetailsTHE EFFECT OF MARKET SEGMENTATION ON ORGANISATIONAL PRODUCTION PLANNING
ABSTRACT: This study was carried out to examine an assessment of the impact of marketing segmentation on production planning in an organization in cool. Specifically, the study aims to determine the most effective segmentation strategies to used...
View DetailsAN 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.  ...
View DetailsAN EVALUATION OF COMPETITIVE STRATEGY AND ITS IMPACT ON AND ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE IN THE NIGERIAN BANKING INDUSTRY
ABSTRACT: Banks offer many vital services but must be seen to do so, by delivering efficient customer service. Service marketing is regarded as the pivotal force behind strategic planning and business operations, and, hence, as an intrinsic component of service o...
View DetailsAN EXAMINATION OF POTENTIAL BENEFITS AND CONSTRAINTS ASSOCIATED WITH SMALL BUSINESS USE OF E-COMMERCE
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY: Small businesses are essential for economic development (Van Praag & Versloot, 2007; Acs et al., 2008; Fumo & Jabbour, 2011), and in Nigeria they make up 91% of the formal businesses, contribute 34% towards the Gross Domestic...
View DetailsA COMPREHENSIVE ANALYSIS OF CUSTOMER RELATIONS PRACTISES AND BANK PATRONAGE
Background of the Study: Communication is acknowledged all over the world as the most distinctive factor for human interaction. Over the years it has become needful for organization to relate with customers. Hitherto internet era in the world, customers largely s...
View DetailsAN INVESTIGATION ON THE EFFECT OF LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT IN MARKETING OF AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS (A STUDY OF DIVERSAY SOLUTION LIMITED)
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY: Logistics management encompasses the crucial task of efficiently and effectively coordinating the transportation of both raw materials and finished goods from their respective production sites to the ultimate point of purchase. Prior to being utilise...
View DetailsAN INVESTIGATION ON THE IMPACT OF CAPITAL SYSTEM ON THE PROFITABILITY OF INSURANCE COMPANIES IN NIGERIA
ABSTRACT: This study examines the influence of the capital structure on the financial performance of insurance businesses in Nigeria during the period from 2011 to 2016. The data were derived from the publicly available financial records of a subset of companies. The study utilis...
View DetailsEXAMINING 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...
View DetailsANALYSIS 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...
View DetailsASSESSING THE EXTENT OF UTILIZATION OF INDIGENOUS MODES OF COMMUNICATION FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
ABSTRACT: The study examines the extent of utilization of indigenous modes of communication for community development in Nsukka L.G.A of Enugu state The study is predicated on the research problem that the Western modem mass media which have dominated the la...
View DetailsASSESSMENT OF CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT AND ITS IMPACT ON THE ORGANIZATION PERFORMANCE
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY: A large number of organizations were organized based on the products and services they offered (Christopher, Payne and Ballantyne, 2002). The 4Ps, which stand for product, pricing, place, and promotion, were given a lot of atten...
View DetailsASSESSMENT OF GOVERNMENT’S COUNTER-TERRORISM STRATEGY IN NIGERIA’S INTERNAL SECURITY (2009 – 2013)
Background to the study: Since the return to democratic rule in 1999, Nigeria has witnessed series of ethno- religious and resource-based violence that have taken terror dimension and threatened its internal security. Terrorism, either international or domes...
View DetailsASSESSMENT OF TEAMWORK'S IMPACT ON ORGANIZATIONAL PRODUCTIVITY
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY: Teamwork is frequently expected in the workplace. Basic collaboration entails everyone working together to help the organization, but complicated types of teamwork may entail "work teams" selected to complete a project by working closely togethe...
View DetailsASSESSMENT OF THE CHALLENGES OF STAFF TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT IN TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS
INTRODUCION: Training is considered as the process of upgrading knowledge, develop skills, bringing about attitude and behavioural changes and improving the ability of the trainee to perform tasks effectively and efficiently. Also training is a systematic approac...
View DetailsASSESSMENT OF THE EFFECTIVENESS OF PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL EXERCISE IN THE PUBLIC SERVICE
Background to the study: Performance appraisal has become a strategic tool for improving organizational effectiveness. Performance appraisal exercise is often used interchangeably with performance assessment, evaluations, and performance review or employee a...
View DetailsASSESSMENT OF THE IMPLICATION OF FULANI HERDSMEN BANDITRY ACTIVITIES ON COMMUNITY SETTLEMENT
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY: The Fulani unarguably represent a significant part of the economy of Nigeria. They are the major breeders of goats, sheep and cattle as those animals are the major source of meat and affordable source of animal proteins ate by Nigerians.&...
View DetailsASSESSMENT ON THE ROLE OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT IN RURAL DEVELOPMENT USING JOS AS CASE STUDY
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY: The desire of the rural population to participate directly in the affairs of their communities is driving the rising demand for local government in every corner of the world. Local government is, in reality, as ancient as mankind, as it is the only form o...
View DetailsBEYOND CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: CREATED SHARED VALUE AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
ABSTRACT: This study examines the paradigm shift in business sustainability strategy from corporate social responsibility (CSR) to created shared value. The created shared value as a revolutionary strategic management thinking is defined as the policies and opera...
View DetailsBILLBOARD ADVERTISING AND ITS IMPACT ON PRODUCT PROMOTION
Abstract: The research explored the impact of billboard advertising on product promotion. The basic concern of the research was to find out whether billboard advertisement influence buying habit of consumers and to what extent. Without mincing words, it is obvious that billb...
View DetailsTHE INFLUENCE OF BRAND DIFFERENTIATION AND POSITIONING ON CORPORATE COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE
ABSTRACT: In the realm of commerce, it is an incontrovertible truth that no enterprise can emerge triumphant if its merchandise bears an uncanny resemblance to the offerings of its competitors. It is imperative for companies to diligently pursue the attainment of pertinent positi...
View DetailsBUSINESS 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...
View DetailsCOMPETENCY REQUIRED OF SECRETARIES IN SELECTED BUSINESS ESTABLISHMENT (A CASE STUDY OF FIRST BANK OF NIGERIA PLC OKPARA AVENUE ENUGU)
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY: Secretaries play important roles in the implementation of the office work. The nature of their jobs is universally acknowledged as indispensable in caring out their duties effectively in the offices. Despite the indispensable nature of the secretary&rsquo...
View DetailsCONCESSION AS A STRATEGIC TOOL FOR PORTS EFFICIENCY: AN ASSESSMENT OF THE NIGERIAN PORTS
Background Of The Study: In today’s global commerce, seaports or maritime transport play an important role of being many nations’ major gateway for international trade and are a good instrument for measuring the economic health of a nation (Ogunsiji &...
View DetailsCORPORATE REPUTATION AND MARKETING PERFORMANCE OF THE ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE INDUSTRY IN PORT HARCOURT
Background of the Study: Reputation is seen by many commentators as an important asset which could be used as a competitive advantage and a source of financial performance. A “good” reputation is identified as an intangible resource which may provide...
View DetailsAN EVALUATION OF COUNSELLING TRAINING TECHNIQUES FOR STRESS MANAGEMENT IN ABUJA
Background of the study: Irrespective of one's racial background, complexion, nationality, vocation, or educational attainment, individuals across the globe invariably encounter various manifestations of psychological strain. According to Maxwell's (2018)...
View DetailsTHE DESIGN AND IMPLEMENTATION OF A COMPUTER-BASED HUMAN RESOURCES SYSTEM
ABSTRACT: The overall success and sustainability of an organisation are mostly contingent upon the operational and strategic management of its human resources component. Enhanced productivity in various aspects, such as profitability and organisa...
View DetailsDESIGN AND IMPLEMENTATION OF A COMPUTERISED BANKING SYSTEM (A CASE STUDY OF UNITED BANK FOR AFRICA)
THE OVERVIEW OF THE STUDY: Banking has come a long way from the time of ledger cards and other manual filing systems. Most banks today are computerized to handle their daily voluminous tasks of information retrieval, storage, and processing. Irrespective of whether they are...
View DetailsDESIGN OF INTRUSION DETECTION, AND PREVENTION SYSTEM
Introduction: An intrusion detection system (IDS) analyses network traffic for unusual behaviour and alerts the system or network administrator if it detects it. In some situations, the IDS may respond to suspicious or malicious activity by prohibiting the user or source IP addre...
View DetailsDEVELOPING A HARMONISED FRAMEWORK FOR CONSTRUCTION CRAFT SKILLS TRAINING IN NIGERIA
Abstract: Several studies on construction craft skills have identified a number of problems including ineffective training as responsible for shortages of craftsmen in the construction industry. In Nigeria, the problem of training craftsmen has been attributed to...
View DetailsA STUDY ON THE PROGRESSION OF AQUACULTURE IN DEGRADED INLAND REGIONS IN BAYELSA STATE
BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY: Nigeria, a nation characterised by an abundance of rivers, also possesses a significant number of lakes, reservoirs, and wetlands. However, it is worth noting that a considerable portion of these natural resources has experienced deg...
View DetailsEXAMINATION OF THE CAUSES AND EFFECTS OF FINANCIAL MISMANAGEMENT IN TERTIARY INSTITUTION
Background of the study: A financial institution is an organized body concerned with the management of money. This is to say that the institution is responsible for the leading and borrowing of money in other words, it is an institution involved in financial intermediation...
View DetailsTHE CONTRIBUTION OF BANKING SECTOR TO AGRICULTURAL GROWTH IN NIGERIA A CASE STUDY OF UNION BANK, ENUGU BRANCH
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...
View DetailsTHE ROLE OF POLITICAL PARTIES IN CONSOLIDATION OF DEMOCRACY IN NIGERIA
ABSTRACT: This study was undertaken to evaluate political participation and democratic consolidation in Nigeria. Three objectives and three research questions were formulated to guide the research. The study adopted thematic format in its literature review....
View DetailsASSESSMENT OF CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY ON FINANCIAL PRODUCTIVITY OF MICROFINANCE BANKS
ABSTRACT: This study investigated the impact of corporate social responsibility practices on financial productivity of micro finance bank in Nigeria. The study used generalized least square multiple regression to analyze the secondary d...
View DetailsCOMPETITIVE STRATEGY AND ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE IN THE NIGERIAN BANKING INDUSTRY
ABSTRACT: Banks offer many vital services but must be seen to do so, by delivering efficient customer service. Service marketing is regarded as the pivotal force behind strategic planning and business operations, and, hence, as an intrinsic component of service o...
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