Central Asian Journal of Social Sciences and History

Perception of Undergraduate Students on Implementation of Student Loan Programme in Tertiary Education in Nigeria

Foluke Fatimayin, Kingsley Edinoh, Oche Ivy Grace O — Sat, 06 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000

This paper examines undergraduate students' perceptions of student loan implementation in Nigerian tertiary institutions. Utilizing a survey research design, two higher institutions in North-central Nigeria were surveyed, with a total sample size of 180 undergraduate students. Purposive sampling was employed to select 90 students each from the University of Abuja and College of Education, Zuba. Data were collected using a validated questionnaire and analyzed using descriptive statistics. Results indicate that student loans could improve access to tertiary education, particularly for underprivileged students, and potentially enhance retention and completion rates. However, challenges such as loan repayment, corruption, funding, personnel expertise, infrastructure, and emigration may hinder the implementation of student loan programs. Recommendations include government commitment to realizing student loan programs, provision of seed funds, establishment of modern infrastructure, diversification of the economy for employment opportunities, and efficient fund disbursement by relevant government agencies to curb corruption.

Parental Child Rearing Methods and Personal Entrepreneurial Competencies of Students in Rivers State Public Universities

Ndidi Pricilla Onyirimba, Doris Ngozi Ogbonna, Boma Graham Ogolo — Sat, 06 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000

This research investigates the impact of parenting styles on the entrepreneurial skills of college students in public universities in Rivers State. Conducted as a cross-sectional survey, it involved 1,564 undergraduate management majors enrolled during the 2018–2019 academic year, with a sample size of 309 accounting for the finite population. The PCRMPECQ questionnaire assessed parental child-raising methods and personal entrepreneurial abilities. Spearman Rank Order Correlation Coefficient was used for hypothesis testing, setting the significance threshold at 0.01, with partial correlation employed to control for group influence. Findings revealed a correlation between students' entrepreneurial competencies and authoritative parenting styles, characterized by love, support, and reasonable control. The study suggests that children are more likely to develop entrepreneurial abilities when raised by authoritative parents, who balance warmth and support with appropriate discipline. This parenting style fosters self-reliance, confidence, and problem-solving skills, essential for entrepreneurial success.

Analysis of Ethnographic Data in Al-Hakim Al-Tirmiziʼs Works

Farrux U. Saydullayev — Wed, 03 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000

This article explores the restoration of global history, ethnography, and ethnoculture, with a particular emphasis on conveying the profound scientific legacy of prominent scholars, notably Hakim al-Tirmizi and Termizi scholars, to younger generations. Highlighting the significance of studying and preserving the contributions of these scholars, the research underscores the vital role they play in shaping our understanding of cultural heritage and historical narratives. Through a comprehensive examination of their works and achievements, the article aims to enrich scholarly discourse and foster a deeper appreciation for the diverse cultural tapestry of the world's peoples and nations.

Effects of Poverty Reduction Programme of Muhammadu Buhari Administration on Rural Communities in Emohua and Ahoada East Local Government Areas of Rivers State, Nigeria (2015-2023)

Macdonald Silas Echeonwu, George Adikwu, Isaac Ekirigwe-Edeh — Sun, 24 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0000

This study examined the impacts of Muhammadu Buhari's poverty reduction programmes on rural household sustainability with a focus on Emohua and Ahoada Local Government Areas rural areas of Rivers State. In line with the purpose of the study, four research questions were posed. The population of this study comprises three hundred and seventy (370) selected dwellers of rural households in Rivers State Nigeria, which were selected from two local government areas of Rivers State (which are Emohua and Ahoada East local government areas. The samples of this study are dwellers of the rural household; the market men and women, farmers and civil servants in the Area. This consists of 370 respondents chosen from the area. Also, the distribution of the questionnaire cut across both Male and Female respondents. Random sampling techniques through which all the respondents have an equal chance of being selected are used in this study. The questionnaire was a 4-point modified Likert-type scale. The instrument was validated. Also, test re-test method correlation was used to ascertain the reliability of the research instrument and the reliability coefficient was calculated to be 0.75 for the tests. Mean and ranking order statistical tools were used to answer the four research questions. The findings revealed the following; it is clear that the majority of the respondents disagreed that Muhammadu Buhari's poverty alleviation programmes have significant effects on the poverty indices of citizens in rural areas such as access to health care facilities, education and other amenities. Respondents also revealed that there exists no significant relationship between Poverty alleviation programmes and poverty reduction especially in rural areas.

Indigenous Political and Judicial Systems: A Panacea to Conflict Management in the Nigerian Environment: Experience of Ikwerre and Etche Ethnic Nationalities 1500-2000

Anthony O. Offor, Grace N. M. Brown — Tue, 19 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0000

This paper examines the efficacy of Indigenous Political and Judicial Systems in the Nigerian environment as a panacea to conflict management from 1500 to 2000 with focus on Ikwerre and Etche ethnic groups. It adopts qualitative research method such as oral interviews and written records and functionalism theory and argues that the indigenous political and judiciary institutions provide room for engagement and reconciliation, the system also provides dispute resolution mechanisms such as traditional laws, age grade groups, priest of deities, kings, village heads etc, which provided justice, equity and fairness among the people. The study concludes that the indigenous political and judicial systems in Ikwerre and Etche were very effective and viable in conflict management in Nigeria during the period under review. The paper recommends that the Nigerian government should adopt the traditional indigenous political and judicial systems of conflict resolution strategy to ensure peaceful and stable environment.