STRATEGIC PLANNING AND BUSINESS PERFORMANCE: PERSPECTIVE OF ENTREPRENEURS IN IKOTUN – IGANDO LOCAL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AREA OF LAGOS STATE

Category : JOURNAL OF BUSINESS AND ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT, volume 12, number 1, 2020

Yinus Oluwaseun; Ojelade Mathew& Jimoh Charles

Department of Management and Accounting

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso, Oyo State, Nigeria.

E-mail: yinusoluwaseun003@gmail.com

ABSTRACT

This study examined the effect of strategic planning on business performance through perspective of entrepreneurs in Ikotun – Igando local community Development Area of Lagos state, Nigeria. The population of study is the aggregate of all registered entrepreneurs who are active Small Business operators in Ikotun – Igando LCDA. A proportionate stratified random sampling technique was adopted. Primary data were employed through distribution of forty (40) copies of Questionnaire to selected entrepreneurs. Data collected were analysed using descriptive statistical tool like Table, Percentage, while the formulated Hypothesis were tested through Inferential Analysis like Chi-Square. The result of tested hypothesis indicate that that strategic planning is positively related to Business performance with ( X2cal = 25 ;  X2 tab = 9.49 ; P<0.05),  ). The findings buttress the need for business owners and entrepreneurs to embrace strategic planning in order to gain competitive advantage and to ensure survival in the competitive market. Based on the finding it was recommended that Entrepreneurs should strategically plan in-order for them to derive the benefits brought about by both strategic planning and entrepreneurial activities. Also, encouragement of Entrepreneurs through adequate finance Scheme should be as a matter of importance to government in Lagos state. 

Keywords: Strategic Planning; Entrepreneurs; Business performance; Strategic Decision-making; Entrepreneurial Development

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HOUSEHOLD FOOD CONSUMPTION AND WELFARE

Category : Uncategorized

IN EGBA DIVISION OF OGUN STATE

1Akerele, E. O.,1Oyebanjo O., 1Ologbon O.A.C, 1Taiwo B. O., 2Yangomodou O.D., 2Solana O. I., 2Olugbemi M. T.

1Department of Agricultural Economics and Farm Management

2Department of Home Science and Hospitality Management

Olabisi Onabanjo University, Yewa Campus, Ayetoro, Ogun State, Nigeria

E-mail: akereleeze@gmail.com

ABSTRACT

The study examined the welfare and household food consumption among households in Egba division of Ogun State, Nigeria with a view to providing policy information towards improving welfare condition of the Egbas, using a well-structured questionnaire and sample size of 130 households. Standard welfare function was specified and estimated using Ordinary Least Square Regression. The study revealed that the monthly per capital income of the household is N9,623.27 while the monthly per capital food and non food expenditure was N5,949.7 and N1,768.25respectively. Similarly, with respect to household welfare, household income, education and household size have significant impact on food expenditure. The result indicated that as household income increases, household tends to expend more and more on food consumption. On the basis of this finding, it was recommended that appropriate and effective policies which will reduce household size, increase household income and improve their education level should be put in place

Keyword: Household, Welfare, Consumption, Income, Education

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ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF TOMATO MARKETING IN ILE-IFE, OSUN STATE, NIGERIA

Category : Uncategorized

*Ojedokun A. O.1, Yesufu O. A.2 Ayorinde V. A.2 and Ogunmola O. O.3

1Department of Agriculture, Lagos State University, Epe Campus, Nigeria

2Department of Agricultural Economics, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife 3Department of Agricultural Economics and Extension, Bowen University, Iwo,

Email: adifferentpiece@gmail.com, Corresponding author: Ojedokun A. O.

ABSTRACT

This study was conducted to analyse the economics of tomato marketing in Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria. Primary data were collected from a total of 100 tomato marketers using multistage sampling technique. The data were analysed using descriptive statistics, gross margin analysis and multiple regression analysis. The study revealed that the mean age of tomato marketers was 43 years and that tomato marketing was female-dominated. The cost and return analysis showed that tomato marketing in Ile-Ife, Osun State is marginally profitable. The result also revealed marital status, household size, marketing experience, selling price and transportation costs as the factors influencing gross margin of tomato marketers. The study therefore recommended that adequate transportation should be provided for tomato marketers to reduce marketing costs and necessary pricing policies should be put in place.

Keywords: Economic, Tomato, Marketing, Determinants, Ile-Ife

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STUDIES ON THE OCCURRENCE AND DISTRIBUTION OF PLANT – PARASITIC NEMATODES IN SOME MAJOR IRRIGATION SITES IN KATSINA STATE, NIGERIA

Category : JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURE AND VETERINARY SCIENCES, VOLUME 12, NUMBER 1, 2020

bubakar Usman

Department of Agricultural Technology

Hassan Usman Katsina Polytechnic, P.M.B. 2052, Katsina

Email: abubakar19usman64@gmail.com

 ABSTRACT

Nematode pests in Katsina state have not been widely studied.  Information on the occurrence and distribution of these pests in various irrigation sites in the state is scanty.  This study investigated the geographical distribution and population density of nematodes associated with some irrigation sites in the state.  Ten irrigation sites across the state were surveyed in consultation with the Department of Irrigation in the Ministry of Agriculture and natural Resources, Katsina State.  Five composite soil samples were taken at different crop fields in each of the irrigation sites.  Extraction of nematodes from the samples was done using modified sieving and decanting techniques as described by Coyne et al. Analysis of the samples revealed 23 genera of plant parasitic nematodes.  The most prominent nematodes found in all the samples collected from the irrigation sites were: Rotylenchus, Tylenchus, Pratylenchus, Scutellonema, Aphelenchus, Aphelenchoides, Meloidogyne, Hoplolaimus, and paratylenchus.  While Telotylenchus, Belonolaimus, Ditylenchus, Heterodera, Longidorus, and Criconemoides occurred in very low numbers.  The study indicated a widespread distribution of important plant-parasitic nematodes in the irrigation sites.  The major nematodes identified in this study portend serious implications on profitable production of crop in the irrigation sites, because these nematodes are known to be damaging to crops.  Enlightenment programme for the farmers in the irrigation site should therefore be embarked upon by the proper agencies to inform them of the presence of plant-parasitic nematodes in their crop fields and the implications.

Keywords: Occurrence, Distribution, Plant-Parasitic Nematodes, Irrigation Sites, Katsina State.

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HAEMATOLOGY AND BIOCHEMICAL INDICES OF BROILER FINISHER CHICKEN FED GRADED LEVELS OF Ziziphus mauritiana FRUIT PULP

Category : JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURE AND VETERINARY SCIENCES, VOLUME 12, NUMBER 1, 2020

B.J. Mufwa; A.A Maigari & I. Baya

Department of Animal Production

College of Agriculture, Jalingo, Taraba State – Nigeria

ABSTRACT

An experiment was conducted to investigate the replacement of maize with Ziziphus mauritiana fruit meal in broiler finisher diets. One hundred and twenty Anak 2000 broilers were used for the study four diets were formulated using ZMFM at 0%, 5%, 10% and 15% in the diets respectively the birds were randomly allotted to dietary treatments in a completely randomized design. Each treatment consult of thirty birds with ten birds per replicate. The experiment lasted for four weeks. Feed and water were given ad-libitum. The Haematological indices indicates high significant (P<0.05) difference at different levels of maize replacement with ZMFM in packed cell volume (PCV), Red blood cell (RBC) Haemaglobin (Hb) while blood cell (WBC), mean corpuscular Haemaglobin (MCH) Haemoglobin concentration (HB)Heterophils and Lymphocytes. The serum biochemical indices revealed high significant (P<0.05) difference in total protein, albumen, glucose, chloride, potassium and sodium. In view of above, up to 15% replacement of maize with Ziziphus mauritiana fruit meal has no adverse effect on the blood component of broiler finisher chicken.

Keywords: Broiler finisher, Ziziphus mauritiana fruit meal maize and blood components.

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AN EVALUATION OF EXTENSION TECHNOLOGY PACKAGES ON RICE PRODUCTION IN OGOJA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF CROSS RIVER STATE, NIGERIA.

Category : JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURE AND VETERINARY SCIENCES, VOLUME 12, NUMBER 1, 2020

1Adie, U. B.; 2Aboh. A. A. & 3Bikom P. F.

1Department of Agric Economics and Extension. Cross River University of Technology, Calabar

2Department of Agronomy, Cross River University of Technology, Calabar

3Department of Agric Extension, University of Calabar, Calabar

E-mail: adieubi67@gmail.com

ABSTRACT

The study was designed to evaluate extension technology packages meant for rice production with the aim of assessing the rice production in Ogoja L.G.A. To identify various improved rice production packages recommended to farmers in the area, to determine methods of delivery to farmers adopted by extension assess degree of improved farmers to the rice production packages, to determine the effect of extension recommendations on rice production and identify variables influencing adoption of extension rice production programmes. Data was collected from 90 sampled rice farmers and 15 extension agents with the aid of semi-structured questionnaire. Analysis of data was done using percentages, frequencies and Chi-square statistics. The result shows lack of incentives, inadequate funding and irregular visitation which brought more serious constraints to the rice farmer. There is no significant relationship between improved technology packages and selected variable like (degree of extension contacts and farm size). Adoption of improved technology package is not significantly related to the level of education age and family size of the farmer. The adoption of improved technology package depends significantly on the source of information. Finally, it was recommended that the programme should be well funded and extension agents enlightened more on how to handle new programmes for better acceptance by rural farmers.

Keywords: Evaluation, Technology, packages, production, Rice, Adoption, socio-economic

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ROLE OFLIVESTOCK IN THE ECONOMY OF GEDARIF STATE, SUDAN

Category : JOURNAL OF SOCIAL SCIENCE AND PUBLIC POLICY , Volume 11, number 3, 2019

Nasreldin Atiya Rahamtalla

Department of Economics,

Yobe State University, Damaturu, Nigeria

Email:nasratiya@gmail.com

ABSTRACT

Livestock is a critical element in livelihoods, income generation, food security and agricultural development of Gedarif state of Sudan. This paper attempts to shed light on the role of livestock in the economy of the state. The study relies heavily on secondary data. It finds that Livestock plays an important role in the state’s economy and in the welfare of the people. Livestock production is the second major economic activity in the state after agriculture and it provides a mean for risk management during drought and crop failure period. Livestock sector is faced by different problems such as diseases, difficulty in access to finance by producers and inadequate services. It is recommended that veterinary services, livestock breed and natural pastures for grazing should be improved and studies on the economics of livestock and livelihoods should be conducted. Demarcation of migration routes, reduction of taxes, training of pastoralists and other stakeholders and provision of water for animals and households are very important for improving livestock production.

Keywords: Livestock, Economy, Gedarif, Sudan.

Reference to this paper should be made as follows: Nasreldin Atiya Rahamtalla (2019), Role of livestock in the Economy of Gedarif State, Sudan. J. of Social Sciences and Public Policy, Vol. 11, Number 3, Pp. 60-79

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SOCIAL MEDIA CONSUMPTION AS AN EFFECTIVE TOOL FOR INCREASE RESTAURANT MARKETING IN KATSINA METROPOLIS, KATSINA STATE, NIGERA

Category : JOURNAL OF SOCIAL SCIENCE AND PUBLIC POLICY , Volume 11, number 3, 2019

Rosemarie Khayiya and Usman Lawal A. Mani

Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management, Kenyatta University, Nairobi, Kenya

Department of Home and Hospitality Management, Hassan Usman Katsina Polytechnic, Katsina, Nigeria.

Email: rkhayiya@gmail.com, usman.lawalmani@gmail.com

Abstract:

Social media consumption by restaurants as a means of marketing has been widely recognised as it yielded good result for many restaurant organisations. This study aimed at identify restaurant social media consumption as an effective tool for increase restaurant marketing in Katsina metropolis, Katsina State, Nigeria. Empirical literatures about the predictors of social media consumption were reviewed and the tools as well as frequency of its usage as its determinants were all identified. Cross-sectional descriptive survey type of research was adopted in conducting the study where the population consist of all the restaurants and their guests. Purposive sampling method was used in sampling 22 restaurants and their managers while proportionate sampling method was adopted in sampling 43 guests which gave a total of 65 respondents as the sample size for the study. A structured close-ended questionnaire as an instrument for data collection was used to collect quantitative data. The study findings reveal that respondents aged 31-45 are the major customers and mangers of the restaurants and despite majority of them are possessing more than one social media site, WhatsApp is the social media site they predominantly used. The study also find out that both the restaurants and their guests are using computers and mobile handsets as technological tools in accessing social media servers and majority of them are using their social media sites between 5-6 everyday. The study identified that social media consumption increases restaurant marketing chances through various ways which among others; increases customer satisfaction, restaurant social media marketing (SMM) campaign, help in market segmentation, help in direct contact with guest and increases the chances of satisfying large and hard to reach population at ease. It was concluded that social media where fully utilised have the capabilities of increasing restaurants chances of marketing to a higher level. Based on the findings of this study it is recommended that further studies be carried out on the social media online marketing tools in the study area, as this study only focused on the technological tools.

Keywords: Restaurants, Social media, Consumption, Marketing.

Reference to this paper should be made as follows: Rosemarie Khayiya and Usman Lawal A. Mani(2019), Social Media Consumption as an Effective Tool for Increase Restaurant Marketing in Katsina Metropolis, Katsina State, Nigeria. J. of Social Sciences and Public Policy, Vol. 11, Number 3, Pp. 16-35

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IMPACT OF EXCHANGE RATE ON THE PERFORMANCE OF MANUFACTURING SECTOR IN NIGERIA

Category : JOURNAL OF SOCIAL SCIENCE AND PUBLIC POLICY , Volume 11, number 3, 2019

Raji Oladeinde Akeem

1Department of Insurance,

The Federal Polytechnic Ilaro, Ogun State

Email: akeemraji02@yahoo.com

ABSTRACT

This study examined the impact of exchange rate on the performance of manufacturing sector in Nigeria within the period of 2000 to 2018. Secondary source and time series data were gathered from the CBN Statistical Bulletin of 2018. The use of Ordinary Least Square was most appropriate for the study in terms of goodness of fit and significance of regression coefficient. Multiple regression of an econometric model was formulated for this study to examine the relationship between the independent variables exchange rate, interest rate and inflation rate and the dependent variable manufacturing output. The result was facilitated using Econometric view version 9. The result of the analysis shows that interest rate and inflation rate are statistically insignificant to explain manufacturing output while exchange rate is statistically significance to determine manufacturing output in Nigeria. The f statistics result reveals a probability value of 0.024 which is less than 5% level of significance, it can be concluded that exchange rate has a significant impact on the performance of manufacturing sector in Nigeria. The study therefore recommends that government should encourage the locally made products in Nigeria by removing the export duties in order to increase exportation of Nigeria products and increase import duties rate to reduce the patronage of external made products.

Keywords: Exchange Rate, Interest Rate, Inflation Rate, Manufacturing Output.

Reference to this paper should be made as follows: Raji Oladeinde Akeem (2019), Impact of Exchange Rate on the Performance of Manufacturing Sector in Nigeria. J. of Social Sciences and Public Policy, Vol. 11, Number 3, Pp. 36-59

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MARITIME A PANACEA FOR EMPLOYMENT CREATION IN NIGERIA

Category : JOURNAL OF SOCIAL SCIENCE AND PUBLIC POLICY , Volume 11, number 3, 2019

Geoffrey Agabi, Onovughe Agabi and Kingsley Agaviezor

Department of Maritime Transport and Business Studies, Delta State School of Marine Technology Burutu

Department of General Studies Unit, Delta State School of Marine Technology Burutu

Email: geoffreyagabi9@gmail.com

Abstract:

The focus of this paper is on maritime training on seafarer’s employability and economic growth and development in Nigeria. The paper noted with dismay, that seafarer’s unemployment in Nigeria is on the rise base on this, stakeholders observed this trend is inimical to peace and security of the nation. To curb this menace, therefore the paper x-rayed the role of maritime training to seafarers as well as its contribution to economic growth and development of a nation. The paper also diagnosed the impact of maritime to employment creation for graduates in the maritime industry and the contributions of maritime transport to the national development. From the study, it was revealed that maritime training has a lot of contribute in providing employment opportunities to youth. Base on this premise, the paper conclude that there is a shortage of manpower in the maritime industry. It therefore recommend among others, that, seminar should be organized for youths by government at all level and agency that are saddled with such responsibilities, particularly Nigerian Maritime Administrative and Safety Agency (NIMASA) should sanitized the public, also government at all level should treat maritime in Nigeria with all seriousness and impunity.

Keywords: Development, Economic, Education, Growth, Maritime, Nigeria, Panacea.

Reference to this paper should be made as follows: Geoffrey Agabi, Onovughe Agabi and Kingsley Agaviezor(2019), Maritime a Panacea for Employment Creation in Nigeria. J. of Social Sciences and Public Policy, Vol. 11, Number 3, Pp. 1-15

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