THE ROLE OF WOMEN IN RURAL DEVELOPMENT: A CASE STUDY OF ABRIBA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF ABIA STATE IN NIGERIA

CHAPTER ONEINTRODUCTION1.0 Background of the Study Development, in its most holistic sense, is recognised as a multi-faceted transformation involving shifts in societal structures, attitudes, and institutions. It encompasses accelerated economic growth, reduced inequality, and the elimination of extreme poverty. As highlighted by the Central Bank of Nigeria (2000), achieving meaningful development hinges on the capacity … Read more

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TRADITIONAL MEDIA OF COMMUNICATION AS TOOLS FOR EFFECTIVE RURAL DEVELOPMENT

Abstract: This study examines the role of traditional media as tools for effective rural development, focusing on Iwollo Oghe community in Ezeagu Local Government Area of Enugu State. While modern communication technologies like radio, television, and the internet dominate urban communication, rural communities still rely on traditional media such as the town crier, age groups, … Read more

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EVALUATION OF UGA MICROFINANCE BANK AWALASI, UGA BRANCH

ABSTRACT: This research paper evaluates Uga Microfinance Bank located in Aguata L.G.A, Anambra State, focusing on assessing its physical attributes, including location, design, and spatial comfort. The study aims to address critical issues faced by both staff and customers, with three core research questions developed for analysis. Utilizing a quantitative method, data was collected through … Read more

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EVALUATING THE ROLE MULTINATIONAL COMPANIES AND THEIR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES IN NIGERIA

ABSTRACT: This research critically examines the role of multinational companies, specifically Chevron Nigeria Plc, in fulfilling their social responsibilities within the context of Nigeria’s local communities, notably in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. It emphasizes the obligation of these corporations to implement corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives that benefit their host communities. Utilizing a sample of … Read more

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THE INFLUENCE OF ENVIRONMENTAL SANITATION PROGRAMME ON THE LIVES OF THE PEOPLE: A CASE STUDY OF IGBARA-ODO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF EKITI STATE

Abstract: This study examines the influence of the environmental sanitation program on the lives of people in Igbara-Odo Local Government Area of Ekiti State, Nigeria. Recognizing the significance of proactive health measures, the local government adopted a self-help approach to addressing environmental health challenges. This initiative aims to minimize healthcare costs and make health practices … Read more

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IMPACT OF YOUTH LIFE STYLE ON CHURCH GROWTH

Abstract: The role of youth lifestyles in church growth remains a critical yet underexplored dimension in religious development. This study examines the intersection of youth behaviors, church doctrines, and cultural influences, and how these elements collectively shape church health and expansion. Using a mixed-methods approach, including surveys and interviews conducted at The Living Faith Church, … Read more

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