by Ndifreke S. Umo-Udo and Uko E. Uwak Department of Political Science and Public Administration University of Uyo, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria umoudondifreke@gmail.com; udoeyo84@gmail.com 08036706190; 08023589264 Abstract The Paper examined the impact of Foreign Direct Investment in the domestic economies of the third world countries through the activities of the Multi-National Corporations MNCs. It […]
Monthly Archives: March 2019
Towards Gender Equality and the Elimination of Patriarchy in Nigeria
by Julie Akpotor, Department of Sociology and Psychology Faculty of the Social Sciences Delta State University, Abraka julieakpotor25@gmail.com; 08064309195 Abstract The article examined the enhancement of gender equality and the elimination of patriarchy in Nigeria. Tradition, culture and religion have for decades been the sacrosanct institutions that have dictated the relationship between man and […]
An Assessment of the Nigeria’s Sovereign Wealth Fund under President Goodluck Jonathan’s Administration (2011-2015)
by Aminu Isa Department of Political Science Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences Federal University Lokoja P.M. 1154, Lokoja, Kogi State, Nigeria 08035993960; isaminu2013@gm*ail.com Abstract The aim of the study was to assess the Nigeria’s Sovereign Wealth Fund under President Goodluck Jonathan’s administration. Natural resource rich nations, especially oil, desirous of mitigating the effects […]
Policy Implementation and Effective Management in the Health Sector: An Evaluation of the University of Uyo Teaching Hospital, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
by Uwa Kingsley Department of Business Management Akwa Ibom State University, Obio Akpa & Udoma J. Daniel Faculty of Management Sciences National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) Abstract The aim of this study was to examine how effective management of policy implementation has helped to achieve the institutional goals and objectives. The study adopted both […]
Coverage of Cyber-crimes by Select National Dailies in Nigeria
by Nsikan Senam, Department of Communication Arts University of Uyo, Nigeria 08023928289; nsikansenam@yahoo.com Blessing Essien, Department of Sociology and Anthropology University of Uyo, Nigeria 08027687820; blessingessien99@yahoo.com & Enobong Charles Ekong Department of Mass Communication University of Nigeria, Nsukka 08138359307; enobongekong@gmail.com Abstract This study examined the coverage of cyber-crimes in Nigeria by select National Dailies. […]
An Assessment of Gully Morphometry in Gboko East, Benue State
by S.A. Iorkua, A.A. Jika, and I. Ayoosu Department of Geography Benue State University, Makurdi, Nigeria aloyiorsalem@yahoo.com +2347036001034 Abstract This study investigated the morphometric characteristics of gullies in Gboko East. Purposive sampling technique was used to select 3 out of 9 gullies in the area. The gully elements; depth, shoulder and bed widths, […]
Expressed Level of Job Satisfaction among Librarians in University Libraries in South-South, Nigeria
by Iwat E. Udofia University of Uyo Library University of Uyo, Uyo, Nigeria 08127737207 & Alhaji A. Adejo, Library Department Nigeria French Language Village (Inter-University Centre For French Studies) Badagry, Nigeria Abstract The Study investigated the expressed level of job satisfaction among librarians in university libraries in South-South, Nigeria. It focused on three dimensions […]
A GIS Analysis of the Spatial Pattern of Social Vulnerability in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
by Anietie S. Ekpenyong and Joseph C. Udoh Department of Geography and National Resources Management University of Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria judoh77.ju@gmail.com Abstract The study used six vulnerability components (socioeconomic, employment status, age, health, educational level, household index) data to model the pattern of social vulnerability index of Akwa Ibom state, Nigeria using […]
Geospatial Analysis of the Incidence, Gap, and Severity of income poverty in Akwa Ibom, Nigeria
by Edidiong R. Etim School of Basic Studies University of Uyo, Nigeria & Robert E. Ekpenyong Department of Geography and Natural Resources Management, University of Uyo, Nigeria [robert_etim@yahoo.com] Abstract The aim of this study was to analyze the incidence of income poverty in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria using geospatial approach. The study used 550 […]
Knowledge, Notions and Practice of Family Planning Among Rural Women in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
by Kemfon A. Essien, Udeme S. Etok and Mercy I. Effiong Department of Geography and Natural Resources Management University of Uyo, Uyo, Nigeria aniediudoessien@gmail.com Abstract This study examined the knowledge, notions and practice of family planning among child bearing women in rural Akwa Ibom State. A total of 550 respondents were selected randomly […]