scholarly journals Assessment of commuters’ perception of water transportation safety and patronage in Lagos Metropolis, Nigeria

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Femi Ola Aiyegbajeje ◽  
Clement Ebizimor Deinne
Keyword(s):  
Water Transport ◽  
State Government ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Transportation Safety ◽  
Inland Waterways ◽  
Perception Of Safety ◽  
Water Transportation ◽  
Rural And Urban ◽  
The Government ◽  
Mode Of Transport

Water transport being among the oldest mode of transport is crucial to the development of any nation. It provides means of transportation for both rural and urban dwellers, particularly along the coastal areas and inland waterways. It is a known fact that water transportation has been neglected for a long period by both the government and the private sector, particularly in the area of safety of passengers on Lagos waters. This paper examines the perception of safety and the use of water transportation among passengers within Lagos metropolis. The jetties were purposively determined. Using a random sampling technique, a structured questionnaire focusing on socio-economic characteristics of passengers, use of water transport, reasons for the use of water transport, perception on safety and frequency of water transportation usage were administered to 1050 passengers across the selected four jetties (Liverpool, Falomo, Bayeku, and Ijegun Egba) within the metropolis with a response rate of 86.3%. The step-wise multiple regression results show that passengers’ perception of poor safety of water transportation predicted a significant 78.1% of reluctance to travel by water within Lagos metropolis (F = 27990.685, p<0.05). This study, therefore, recommends that the state government should provide adequate safety measures that could repose confidence in passengers in order to increase patronage of water transportation. This singular act could help to reduce the incessant traffic congestions on Lagos roads.

scholarly journals Assessment of Healthcare Institutions and Socio-Economic Welfare: A Survey of Secondary and Tertiary Hospitals in Rivers State, Nigeria

2021 ◽  
pp. 11-21
Author(s):  
Dennis B. Ewubare ◽  
Kelechi C. Nnamdi
Keyword(s):  
Service Delivery ◽  
Federal Government ◽  
State Government ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Public Hospitals ◽  
Quality Healthcare ◽  
Tertiary Hospitals ◽  
The Government ◽  
Rivers State

The purpose of this paper is to access healthcare institutions and the welfare experience of patients and workers in public Secondary and Tertiary Hospitals in Rivers State, with ownership across Federal Government, State Government and the Military. From a stratified sampling technique, a representative survey sample of 90 respondents was involved. Our findings shows that Tertiary hospitals in Rivers state relies on funding by Federal Government, State Government, internally generated funds and grants, in their decending order. Budgetary cut on health institution is perceived to reduce service delivery and health workers motivation, though a cut in funding is expected by few, as a result of the prevalent fall in global oil price. The analysis also shows that the price of health services and medicines have increased in recent times, but we could not establish the symptom of inflation on the prices of healthcare consumption. It was established that the level of qualified health workers without gainful employment has slightly increased, owing to low absorptive capacity of government owned hospital, low renumeration from non-public-owned hospitals. The study found that the populace prefers public hospitals over private hospitals, mainly because of affordability and availability of specialists. Although there is evidence of inadequate workforce, bureaucratic holdup and poor ambience. The study concludes that the government is the provider of very affordable and quality healthcare in Nigeria. It was therefore recommended that there should be proper accountability by the hospital management on the proceeds and expenses. Efforts should be made to strenghten internally generated revenue, while a public-private partnership, improved efficiency and quality of service delivery will attract funds.

scholarly journals Teachers and Education Managers Perceptions and Practices Regarding National Professional Standards for Teachers: A Multiple Case Study

2019 ◽  
Vol IV (I) ◽  
pp. 326-334
Author(s):  
Fasiha Altaf ◽  
Muhammad Saeed
Keyword(s):  
Multiple Case Study ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Professional Standards ◽  
Teacher Appraisal ◽  
Rural And Urban ◽  
Multiple Case ◽  
The Government ◽  
Compulsory Subject ◽  
Education Managers

Quality education is the birthright of every individual and this can only be possible when our teachers are adequately aware of and equipped with the National Professional Standards for Teachers. The current qualitative multiple case study explores this phenomenon by using purposive sampling technique with four cases (from rural and urban districts) alongwith eight teachers from each compulsory subject i.e. (English, Urdu, Islamiat and Pakistan Studies) as well as the EDOs and CEOs of both districts. All research requisites were duly fulfilled such as improvement and validation of instrument; triangulation of data etc. The results revealed that some teachers practiced those standards unknowingly while others knew a little but were curious to get themselves professionally improved. This study recommends that there is a dire need for raising awareness among teachers and education managers. The government should enhance the quality of education through teacher appraisal and evaluation.

scholarly journals A study on marketing of milk by small and marginal farmers in Khammam district of Telangana state

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 233-236
Author(s):  
Ch. Ramya Sri ◽  
K. Suhasini
Keyword(s):  
State Government ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Capital Intensity ◽  
The State ◽  
Cluster Sampling ◽  
Small Farmers ◽  
Operating Cycle ◽  
Telangana State ◽  
The Government

Dairying is recognized as an important source of income for small and marginal farmers in India, since on an average 22-26 per cent of the income of the rural households is contributed by milk. Low capital intensity, short operating cycle, steady returns make dairying a preferred livelihood activity among the small and marginal farmers. It helps to improve the status of rural masses especially weaker sections, consisting of small and marginal farmers, landless labourers and women of low income families. Cluster sampling technique is adopted for identification of three clusters which are mutually homogeneous but internally heterogeneous. The average size of family of selected marginal and small farms was 3.42 and 3.53 members, respectively. The average number of dairy animals possessed by small farmers are 1.32 units and marginal farmers are 1.47 units are small farmers and 1.47 units, respectively. Price realized for the dairy enterprise under taken is considered as key to success. In case of marginal farmers, maximum price of milk was obtained from channel through milk vendors (Rs. 44.66) followed by co-operative milk society (Rs. 42.66) and direct sale (Rs. 38). However, like marginal farmers small farmers also receive highest price from milk vendors (Rs. 46) followed by cooperatives (Rs. 42.66) and direct sale (Rs. 40). The price from milk venders is high by the farmers and the payment is prompt by them. Farmers in the study area were questioned about various government schemes and interventions for dairy farmers about which they are aware and they were beneficiaries. It was seen that none of the total respondents were taking any benefit from the government intervention. State government introduced a calf rearing programme “Sunandini” due to decreasing number of calves in the state and subsequent reduction in milk production. Telangana government has introduced a cash incentive of Rs. 4.00 per litre of milk to the state who supply milk to the state dairy federation in Telangana state.

scholarly journals Inland Water Transport and Urban Mobility in Ikorodu-Ebutte Ero Route, Lagos, Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 127
Author(s):  
Usman Bolaji Abdulkadir ◽  
Animashaun Kikelomo Halimat
Keyword(s):  
Water Transport ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Sustainable Transportation ◽  
Urban Mobility ◽  
Long Distance ◽  
Inland Waterways ◽  
Inland Water ◽  
Transport Services ◽  
Water Transportation ◽  
Inland Water Transport

Lagos city has abundant navigable inland waterways which if fully harnessed would help minimise road traffic congestion, pollution and provide low cost means of long distance travel within the city. This study examines inland water transport services on Lagos lagoon focusing on Ikorodu-Ebutte Ero route. Primary data were obtained using structured questionnaires. While, secondary data were sourced from relevant government and private agencies. Data were analysed using descriptive techniques including frequency counts, tables and graphs. The results revealed an inadequate provision of terminal facilities and vessels in the area. It was also found that most (67.3%) of the trips via water transport in the were mainly for work purpose. In addition, low patronage was observed and it was found to be mostly due to comparatively high cost of fares and passenger safety concerns, as indicated by 67.4% and 58.7% of the respondents respectively. Furthermore, high income earners where found to patronise this mode than low income earners. The high frequency of use of water transport by the respondents (71.3% travel by water every day) indicates that, this mode has great potential of being widely adopted, if greater attention is given to its development by both the government and private sector. There is, therefore, a need for more investment in water transportation in the area through the provision of modern infrastructure and vessels. Keywords: urban mobility; inland waterways; transport services; sustainable transportation; integrated transport.   Copyright (c) 2020 Geosfera Indonesia Journal and Department of Geography Education, University of Jember This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Share A like 4.0 International License

scholarly journals Industrial pollution in Ota Ogun State, Nigeria: the disconnect between citizen, industry and government perspectives

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Olalekan Odunewu Onilude
Keyword(s):  
State Government ◽  
Environmental Sustainability ◽  
Industrial Pollution ◽  
Environmental Concern ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Successful Implementation ◽  
Ogun State ◽  
Monitoring And Enforcement ◽  
The Government ◽  
Water And Soil Pollution

This study examined how residents of Ota, in Ogun State Nigeria, perceive the effects of industrial pollution. It also reviewed the policies that the state government has adopted in controlling and preventing industrial pollution in the past years. Surveys and interviews were used to determine the perceptions of community members and the policy actions of government. The sampling technique used during the survey was purposeful sampling. Data were analyzed through Microsoft Excel and content analysis. Research results showed that residents perceive that industries in Ota pollute the environment a lot. The study also revealed that air pollution through smoke is the major environmental concern for residents in comparison to water and soil pollution. The study revealed that citizens believe the government has not been effective in managing industrial pollution despite its claim that various policy options are being used to address the issue. This study makes recommendations, which could further improve environmental issues in the communities. The successful implementation, monitoring, and enforcement of policies and involvement of residents has the potential to enhance environmental sustainability in Ota.

scholarly journals Industrial pollution in Ota Ogun State, Nigeria: the disconnect between citizen, industry and government perspectives

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Olalekan Odunewu Onilude
Keyword(s):  
State Government ◽  
Environmental Sustainability ◽  
Industrial Pollution ◽  
Environmental Concern ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Successful Implementation ◽  
Ogun State ◽  
Monitoring And Enforcement ◽  
The Government ◽  
Water And Soil Pollution

This study examined how residents of Ota, in Ogun State Nigeria, perceive the effects of industrial pollution. It also reviewed the policies that the state government has adopted in controlling and preventing industrial pollution in the past years. Surveys and interviews were used to determine the perceptions of community members and the policy actions of government. The sampling technique used during the survey was purposeful sampling. Data were analyzed through Microsoft Excel and content analysis. Research results showed that residents perceive that industries in Ota pollute the environment a lot. The study also revealed that air pollution through smoke is the major environmental concern for residents in comparison to water and soil pollution. The study revealed that citizens believe the government has not been effective in managing industrial pollution despite its claim that various policy options are being used to address the issue. This study makes recommendations, which could further improve environmental issues in the communities. The successful implementation, monitoring, and enforcement of policies and involvement of residents has the potential to enhance environmental sustainability in Ota.

PERCEIVED EFFECTS OF STREET HAWKING ON THE WELL-BEING OF CHILDREN IN ANYIGBA, DEKINA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF KOGI STATE, NIGERIA

2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 01-07
Author(s):  
Alfred Eboh
Keyword(s):  
Local Government ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Local Government Area ◽  
Negative Consequences ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Perceived Effects ◽  
The Government

Background: The hawking of wares by children has been a serious issue confronting the Nigerian society. Children hawk in some of the most horrible conditions conceivable, where they face a serious risk of injury, chronic illness, kidnapping, rape or death. Objective: The focus of this study was to assess the perceived effects of street hawking on the well-being of children in Anyigba, Dekina Local Government Area of Kogi State. Methods: The population of this study consists of parents of the street hawkers in Anyigba while cross-sectional survey design was used through the purposive sampling technique to choose the sample size of one hundred and sixty-two (162) respondents. The validated structured questionnaire and In-Depth Interviews (IDIs) served as the instruments for the data collection respectively. The hypotheses were tested using Chi-Square at a predetermined 0.05 level of significance. The quantitative data were analysed with the aid of the SPSS (version 20). Results: The results indicated among others that street hawking had significant social implications and physical consequences on children's moral behaviour as well as health status in the study area. Conclusion: The study, therefore, concluded that the government of Kogi State should carry out an enlightenment campaign through the media and religious institutions on the negative consequences of street hawking are recommended as panacea. Also, the child right act instrument and its implementation should be strengthened in order to curb street hawking in the study area.

Kecerdasan Emosi Mahasiswi Bercadar Serta Implikasinya Bagi Pelayanan Bimbingan dan Konseling di Perguruan Tinggi

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
Rizky Andana Pohan ◽  
Dika Sahputra
Keyword(s):  
Emotional Intelligence ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Counseling Services ◽  
Guidance And Counseling ◽  
Tertiary Institutions ◽  
The Government ◽  
The Veil ◽  
Full Face ◽  
University Leaders

This study aims to determine the emotional intelligence of female students who wear the full face veil. This research uses a quantitative approach with descriptive methods. The sampling technique was carried out with a total sampling of 38 students who wore the veil from several universities in Indonesia. The research instrument uses a Likert-shaped Emotional Intelligence Scale owned by Dika Sahputra. Questionnaires are distributed online through the Google Forms application from November 2019 to January 2020. The results showed that in general the emotional intelligence of students who wore the full face veil was in the high category. These results can be used as a basis for making programs for guidance and counseling services in tertiary institutions, as well as being the basis for policy making for university leaders and the government towards female students and women who use the full face veil

The Effect of Investments and Risk Based Capital (RBC) of Tabarru Funds on Company (Case Study of Sharia Insurance in Indonesia for 2014-2019)

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 87-97
Author(s):  
Nana Diana ◽  
Tati Apriani
Keyword(s):  
Life Insurance ◽  
Statistical Tests ◽  
Linear Regression Analysis ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Multiple Linear Regression Analysis ◽  
Insurance Companies ◽  
Coefficient Of Determination ◽  
Verification Method ◽  
Investment Returns ◽  
The Government

This study aims to examine the influence of investment returns and Risk Based Capital (RBC) Tabarru Funds to the profit of sharia life insurance in Indonesia from 2014-2019. This study The type of this research is quantitative research with descriptive verification as a method. This research method uses descriptive verification method with quantitative approach. The data used in this study were sourced from the financial statements of Islamic life insurance companies in Indonesia for the 2014-2019 period. Then the data obtained were analyzed using multiple linear regression analysis and hypothesis testing consisting of t test and f test with the help of SPSS 21 software. The sampling technique uses non probability sampling with purposive sampling technique. Based on the results of the study it can be seen that the development of investment returns on Sharia Life Insurance in Indonesia has fluctuated and even suffered losses. While the development of Risk Based Capital (RBC) has increased and decreased but overall above 120% as determined by the government. Likewise, the profits earned in each year fluctuate. The results of statistical tests show that investment results partially have a positive effect on profit and Risk Based Capital (RBC) of Tabarru funds partially has a negative effect on profit. Simultaneously investment return and Risk Based Capital (RBC) affect on profit. In addition, the results of the coefficient of determination (R2) were obtained which obtained a value of 81%. This shows that the variable investment returns and Risk Based Capital (RBC) can affect earnings by 81% and the remaining 19% is influenced by other variables not used in this study.

PERANAN INSPEKTORAT KABUPATENSUMENEP DALAM MENCEGAH DAN MENDETEKSI FRAUD DI DINAS PENDIDIKAN SUMENEP

2015 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Astri Furqani ◽  
Hafidhah .
Keyword(s):  
Local Government ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Asset Management ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Research Data ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
The Government

In this era, a lot of activities that can not be separated from the practice of cheating or fraud , no exception In the government . Inspektorat Sumenep is the leading institution of internal Local Government in preventing and detecting fraud in the Local Government appropiate Perbup Sumenep No. 29 of 2008 . Dinas Pendidikan Sumenep need attention on the issue . This is due to Dinas Pendidikan Sumenep an agency with the largest number of assets and managing large budgets . These conditions led to the formulation of the problem is How Inspektorat Sumenep role in preventing and detecting fraud in Dinas Pendidikan Sumenep. This study used a qualitative approach in which the focus of this study is Inspektorat role in preventing and detecting fraud at Dinas Pendidikan Sumenep . Primary data obtained by direct interviews with the parties directly related to the determination of the source of research data in a qualitative study using nonprobability sampling . The sampling technique used was purposive sampling . The conclusion of this study, role of the Inspektorat Sumenep in the prevention of fraud in Dinas Pendidikan Sumenep still not maximal . This is due to Inspektorat Sumenep not supervise from the planning / budgeting and not optimal in overseeing and assisting the implementation of the SPIP as an instrument of fraud prevention in Dinas Pendidikan Sumenep . The role of Inspektorat Sumenep in the detection of fraud in Dinas Pendidikan Sumenep done by conducting an audit of financial and asset management in each financial year.Keywords: fraud, government, inspektorat.

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