scholarly journals Socioeconomic Determinants of Farmers using Social Network in Advancing Agribusiness in Anambra State, Nigeria

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (8) ◽  
pp. 138-147
Author(s):  
Ekeke, N.C ◽  
Isibor, C.A ◽  
Nkamigbo, D.C.
Keyword(s):  
Social Network ◽  
Primary Source ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Male Dominance ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Anambra State ◽  
Socioeconomic Determinants ◽  
Multi Stage ◽  
The Social ◽  
Regression Techniques

The study examined socioeconomic determinants of farmers’ using social network in advancing agribusiness in Anambra State, Nigeria. Specifically, it described the socio-economic characteristics of the respondents, identified various social networks available and level of usage among the respondents, determined the influence of socio-economic factors on net marketing income among the respondents and identified the challenges of social network in advancing agribusiness by the respondents. Multi-stage, purposive and simple random methods were used to select one hundred and sixty respondents for the study. Data were collected from primary source. Primary data were collected using structured questionnaire. Collected data were analyzed by means of descriptive statistics, and multiple regression techniques. From the result, findings on the socioeconomic characteristics showed that farmers are relatively young, energetic, are in computer age and able to use phone and other devices to advance agribusiness in their area and beyond for optimum profit. Farmers are educated, married and there is male dominance in the use of social network in advancing agribusiness in the study area. The result showed that whatsapp, facebook, you tube and messenger were mostly used in advancing agribusiness in the study. Marital status, education, household size, means of delivery and marketing cost influenced net marketing income earned by the respondents. Lack of awareness, poor assessment of social network and costly charge of data when accessing the social network were perceived as the main constraints affecting agribusiness. Measures will be taken by appropriate authorities to reduce the tariff of data in accessing social network. Farmers should be trained more on the use of social network to advance their produce to the world. Network providers should of necessity improve their services to enable social network users to be effective. Keywords: Determinants, Social network, Agribusiness.

scholarly journals YOUTH’S EXPOSURE AND UTILIZATION OF INTERNET ADVERTISEMENTS IN AWKA, ANAMBRA STATE

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ogonna Anunike Ogonna Anunike ◽  
Okechukwu Onuegbu
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Social Interaction ◽  
Mobile Phones ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Social Media Platform ◽  
Anambra State ◽  
The Social ◽  
Media Platform ◽  
Research Questions

This study examined youth’s exposure and utilization of internet advertisements, in Awka metropolis, Anambra State. It adopted survey research design. The population of study includes all youth in Awka metropolis. An appropriate sample size of 400 was gotten from the population using probability sampling technique.Six research questions were used as primary data instrument. The finding shows that youths in Awka metropolis were exposed to the Internet advertisements, that majority of youths in Awka metropolis accessed internet advertisements mostly via their android/mobile phones. Also, WhatsApp is the social media platform that youths in Awka metropolis expose themselves to internet advertisements most; that social interaction drives Awka’ youth to internet advertisements most, and their exposure to the Internet advertisements influenced them to buy and subscribe to advertised products and services. It is concluded that youths in Awka metropolis are not only exposed to Internet advertisements but also utilize them through buying and subscribing to the advertised products and services daily.

Social isolation and loneliness among urban older people: a study of Cooch Behar municipal town, West Bengal, India

2019 ◽  
Vol 24 (1) ◽  
pp. 61-71
Author(s):  
Angana Debnath ◽  
Piyal Basu Roy
Keyword(s):  
Social Network ◽  
Older People ◽  
Social Isolation ◽  
Social Relationships ◽  
West Bengal ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Social Aspect ◽  
Sample Population ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Social

Purpose Alienation and isolation is an off-seen social aspect of gerontological crises. The purpose of this paper is to focus on the social isolation and loneliness of older people that emerge from inadequate integration with the social network, coupled with increasing social chasm between the aged and the young. The sample population is Cooch Behar municipal town, West Bengal, India. Design/methodology/approach To conduct the study, data have been collected through a questionnaire followed by purposive random sampling and analyzed with the help of loneliness scale and correlated variables. Findings The study reveals that marital status, social network, social class and health are some of the parameters that influence the level of social isolation and loneliness among the older people. Originality/value The result highlights the importance of social relationships and interaction on the ageing process.

Social consequences of wife-battering in Ogbaru and Onitsha North Local Government Areas of Anambra State, Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 (4) ◽  
pp. 80-92
Author(s):  
Chinwe Edith ◽  
◽  
Emeka M. Onwuama
Keyword(s):  
Local Government ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Social Consequences ◽  
Growing Up ◽  
Anambra State ◽  
Qualitative And Quantitative ◽  
Multi Stage ◽  
Wife Battering ◽  
The Social ◽  
The Government

Domestic violence is gaining increasing notoriety in Nigeria, yet, it is treated with little importance. This could be attributed to a number of reasons; one of which is underreporting. This article examines the social consequences of wife-battering in Ogbaru and Onitsha North LGAs of Anambra State, Nigeria. Using qualitative and quantitative research approaches, a sample of 364 respondents comprising of 196 males and 168 females was drawn from Anambra State. The study adopted multi-stage and purposive sampling techniques in reaching the respondents. The quantitative data were analyzed using percentages, while thematic method of analysis was employed in the qualitative data. We found out and argue in this paper that wife-battering causes divorce, miscarriage, and children growing up to be aggressive. This paper proposes the need for emotionally incompatible couples to be allowed to get divorce. Also, the study calls for the government to encourage battered wives and children to get emotionally stabilized by establishing marriage counseling units in the communities that make up the Local Government Areas. And the units should make use of the services of personality psychologists and social workers.

scholarly journals Assessment of Job Behavior of Agricultural Extension Workers: A Case Study of SAFE Programme Beneficiaries in North-Western Nigeria

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
S. Hamisu ◽  
S. Umar ◽  
O. Oladosu, Isma’il ◽  
Ayuba, Gona
Keyword(s):  
Behavioral Change ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Agricultural Extension ◽  
Study Data ◽  
T Test ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Paired Sample ◽  
Multi Stage ◽  
Before And After ◽  
North Western

The study assessed job behavior of SAFE programme beneficiaries in North-Western Nigeria. A multi-stage sampling technique was adopted in selecting 73 SAFE beneficiaries’ employers (sample sizes).Primary data was collected using a structured questionnaire and all the administered questionnaires were returned and found useful for the study. Data collected were analyzed using descriptive statistics (mean and standard deviation) and inferential statistics (paired sample t-test). The study reveals that SAFE beneficiaries’ have rated high in job behavior indicators as a result of SAFE programme (such as desired for new knowledge, explicitness, foresightedness, sympathetic attitude, service attitude, attractive personality, enthusiasm and honesty). The study further confirmed significant differences on job behavioral change of SAFE beneficiaries’ before and after SAFE participation using paired sample t-test. The study concludes that SAFE programme had positively influenced job behavioral change of the agricultural extension workers. In line with this finding, the study recommends that the SAFE programme curriculabe adopted into the conventional or traditional agricultural degree programme across the Nigerian Universities.

scholarly journals IS THERE ANY IMPACT OF SOCIAL MEDIA ON ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE? (An Empirical Study From College Student In Jakarta)

2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 101
Author(s):  
Bagus Nurcahyo
Keyword(s):  
Social Networks ◽  
Social Media ◽  
Academic Performance ◽  
Social Network ◽  
College Student ◽  
Network Activity ◽  
The Social ◽  
Sample Data ◽  
Regression Techniques ◽  
Network Usage

This study aimed to examine empirically the social network activities that affect academic performance. Obtain sample data using questionnaires and obtain data from top 10 universities in Webometrics and total 75 respondents. This study examined the utilization period of social networks, social network usage motivation, academic data and activities respondents perceived influence on academic performance. Using multiple regression techniques, the study found that social network activity does not negatively impact on academic performance.   Keywords: social network, Facebook, Twitter, Academic Performance, GPA

SWOT analysis of the truffles market in Greece

2014 ◽  
Vol 116 (12) ◽  
pp. 1976-1997 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vaia Tsitsipati ◽  
Christodoulou Athanasios
Keyword(s):  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Swot Analysis ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Quantitative Research Methods ◽  
Market Growth ◽  
Multi Stage ◽  
The Social ◽  
Marketing Activities ◽  
First Time

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to investigate the suitability of Greece as a possible market for truffles. Primary data were collected and analysed in a systematic and detailed way to highlight the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats of this prospective market development. Design/methodology/approach – A multi-stage survey was conducted using qualitative and quantitative research methods. The data obtained were analysed using the SWOT analysis method. Findings – The survey highlighted the market characteristics of truffles in Greece. These were sorted into four categories: strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and risks. Results show that truffles have an attractive mix of qualities; however, issues such as the lack of intermediary and customer knowledge and the limited communication of their benefits need to be overcome. Research limitations/implications – Findings showed that the use of SWOT analysis in specialized food products provides marketers and professionals’ insight and guidance into designing their marketing activities. Practical implications – Truffles production or trading requires strong commitment by professionals who want to succeed in this market field. Social implications – Truffles market growth could contribute to the social welfare through the creation of supplemental income, the cultivation of arid fields and the conservation of natural resources due to their environmentally friendly manner of production. Originality/value – For the first time, SWOT analysis is used to investigate the factors that shape the market of specialized products in the food sector.

scholarly journals Discrepancy Score of Job Competency on SAFE Programme Beneficiaries in North-Western Nigeria

2020 ◽  
pp. 29-39
Author(s):  
S. Hamisu ◽  
S. Umar ◽  
Isma’il O. Oladosu ◽  
Ayuba, Gona
Keyword(s):  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Agricultural Extension ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Extension Services ◽  
Discrepancy Score ◽  
Job Competencies ◽  
Multi Stage ◽  
Job Competency ◽  
North Western

The study examines the discrepancy of job competency on SAFE programme beneficiaries in North-Western Nigeria. A multi-stage sampling technique was adopted in selecting 285 sample sizes. Two categories of respondents were considered namely: SAFE beneficiaries (212) and employer’s (73). Primary data was collected using structured questionnaires and all the questionnaires were returned and found useful for the study. Data collected were analyzed using descriptive statistics such as percentage counts, means; standard deviation and discrepancy scores. The study revealed that majority (96%) of the SAFE beneficiaries were male, married (86%) with a mean age of about 44 years, and about 18 years of working experiences in extension services. SAFE beneficiaries had a mean of 6 persons per household with a current mean salary grade level of 12. The study revealed that job competencies identified in SAFE programme were rated ‘high important’ to extension service delivery. The study further reveals that SAFE beneficiaries were rated high in job competencies possessed as result of SAFE programme. More so, the study established a positive (0.00) discrepancy score on professionalism among the SAFE beneficiaries in the study area. The study concludes that SAFE programme had positively influenced job competencies of the agricultural extension workers. The study further recommends that there is need for more female incorporated in agricultural extension services, inclusiveness of other extension workers to key into the SAFE programme as well as the need to strengthened professionalism in the SAFE programme curricula across the participating Universities in Nigeria.

scholarly journals NEW COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES AS A SOURCE OF WESTERN CULTURAL IMPERIALISM IN NIGERIA: A STUDY OF AWKA METROPOLIS IN ANAMBRA STATE

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Adaobi Olivia Okeke ◽  
Chibuike Julius Nwosu
Keyword(s):  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Cultural Imperialism ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Anambra State ◽  
The People ◽  
Multi Stage ◽  
The Social ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Potential Channels

This study aimed at investigating new communication technologies as a source of western cultural imperialism in Nigeria; a study of Awka metropolis in Anambra State. Anchored on the framework of the Social Learning Theory, it delved into investigating the nature and the extent of domination using a survey of 100 respondents from Awka metropolis in Awka South local government area of Anambra State. The study adopted Survey method as the research design .A sample of 100 respondents were selected via the multi-stage approach. Data analysis was quantitative using simple percentages and Pearson’s Chi square test. Findings indicate that residents of Awka metropolis are adequately exposed to these new electronic communication technologies and that these technologies are potential channels for foisting western (and in particular American) culture on the people while possibly eroding the indigenous culture. For this reason, it is recommended among others that Nigeria should adopt protectionism (a system of using legal mechanisms to regulate media content so as to guard against domination) as a means of controlling western cultural imperialism.

Kaidah Sosial dan Hukum dalam Teks Manawa Swarga dan Konteksnya Pada Masyarakat Bali di Kabupaten Klungkung

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 187-205
Author(s):  
I Wayan Wastawa ◽  
I Ketut Sudarsana
Keyword(s):  
Hate Speech ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Data Interpretation ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Customary Law ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Literature Study ◽  
Social Phenomena ◽  
Legal Norms ◽  
The Social

Bali is known for its valuable traditions and customs from pre-Hindu times to the present. Social facts, that the more widespread social problems occur that are not directly proportional to the social and legal rules in the lontar text and customs in Bali. The purpose of this paper is to examine the social norms and legal norms contained in the Manawa swarga text and its context in Balinese society in Klungkung Regency. This paper uses primary data and secondary data, with methods of observation, text search, interviews and literature study. Data analysis techniques, the process of collecting data, classification, display data, interpretation and conclusions. The finding is that there is a relationship between the contents of the Vedic scriptures, Manawadhamasastra, Manawa Swarga, and customary law (awig-awig) in Bali. Each of them describes the Chess of Varna or four classes of professions, which is contained in Ṛgveda: 10.90.12, Manawadharmasastra / Manu Smrtih. Pratamo'dhyayah I.31 Manawa Swarga text article 189. The contents of the Manawa Swarga text are still relevant to current social phenomena, specifically regarding the homosexual legal norms, hate speech "Adur Welyani" which can strengthen national legal norms.

scholarly journals Body Image and Self-Esteem as Predictors of Indecent Dressing among Female Undergraduates in Universities in Anambra State, Nigeria

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (4) ◽  
pp. 80-85
Author(s):  
Elizabeth Ifeoma Anierobi ◽  
Chukwuemeka E. Etodike ◽  
Azuka Eluemuno ◽  
Nwikpo Mary Nneka
Keyword(s):  
Body Image ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Significant Relationship ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Anambra State ◽  
Multi Stage ◽  
The Social ◽  
Research Questions ◽  
Level Of Significance

Despite the social threats and devastating consequences of indecent dressing on students, female undergraduates in Universities in Anambra State still indulge in it without cognizance of acceptable dressing ethics. In view of the dangers it portends, this study examined body image and self-esteem as culpable factors which predispose undergraduates to indecent dressing. Using correlation research design for the study, two research questions were posed whereas two hypotheses were tested at 0.05 level of significance. In the method section, we utilized multi-stage sampling technique to manage the 21,532 population female undergraduates in Universities in Anambra State. After sample reduction, a sample of 1,250 female undergraduate students was selected from two public universities in Anambra State. During the survey, opinion of the female undergraduates was elicited using Body Image and Self-Esteem Questionnaire (BISEQ) and Indecent Dressing Scale (IDS). Reliability of both instruments was determined using Cronbach Alpha method and alpha coefficients of 0.71 and 0.69 were obtained for BISEQ and IDS respectively. The data were analyzed using Pearson Product Moment Correlation for answering research questions and Regression statistical analysis for testing the hypotheses. The results indicated that there is a positive and significant relationship between body image and indecent dressing among undergraduate students in universities in Anambra State. There is a positive and significant relationship between self-esteem and indecent dressing among undergraduate students in universities in Anambra State. Based on the findings of the study, it was recommended among others that policies should be made and implemented against indecent dressing in universities.

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