Science Education as a Tool for Achieving Socio – Economic Development of Nigeria (Published)
This study delves into the profound connection between science education and the socio-economic development of Nigeria. The paper explores the transformative potential of science education as a catalyst for socio-economic development in Nigeria. It examines how science education fosters innovation, shapes a skilled workforce, and drives economic diversification. By nurturing a scientifically literate populace, Nigeria can navigate challenges and seize opportunities in a rapidly changing global landscape. The paper emphasizes policy implications, including holistic education reform, industry collaboration, and international partnerships. Ultimately, science education emerges as a dynamic tool that can empower Nigeria to drive innovation, enhance competitiveness, and build a resilient and prosperous future.
Keywords: Development, Economy, Nigeria, Science Education, Socio-Economic
Economic Recession in Nigeria: An Assessment of Legal Resolution of Contracts and Insolvency Disputes (Published)
This paper focused on the economy of Nigeria, which has nosedived into recession. The paper examined the huge oil revenue receipts and the application of such funds between 2011 and 2015, to grow the Nigerian economy. The paper finds that apart from systemic failure of sectoral policies, mismanagement of such huge revenues from oil exports, insurgency, militancy, corruption, the dearth of legislative capacity at Federal, State and Local Governments, to make and amend existing laws on business in the light of current best practices – so as to create ease of doing business through foreign direct investment and foreign portfolio investment, to a greater extent, contributes to low local production and market size with attendant depletion of Nigeria’s foreign reserves due to over-dependence on imported goods and services. The paper, therefore, recommends, among others, that the legislatures at Federal, State and Local Governments in Nigeria, should be more sensitive and proactive in the discharge of their constitutional functions to wit: to make and amend existing laws on business, for example, for a truly good government, peace and order in the country
Keywords: Economy, Legislature and Law, Oil revenue, Recession
Influence of Access to Land and Finances on Kenyan Youth Participation in Agriculture: A Review (Published)
The Kenya Government prioritized the development of the agricultural sector to achieving the first Millennium Development Goal (MDG) of sustainable food production. Kenya’s strategic plan, Vision 2030 positions agriculture as a key driver for delivering a 10% annual economic growth and is expected to have an average growth rate of 7% by 2015. Agriculture contributes over 80% of all employment opportunities in the country, but Kenyan youths are not taking advantage of these opportunities since 64% of them are unemployed. To advance the 7% average growth rate, it is pertinent that the Kenyan youth be fully involved in agricultural development. However, agriculture is perceived unattractive to the youth and its potential has not been fully realized. The purpose of this review is to find out the influence of land and finances on youth participation in agriculture and to identify the interventions that can make agriculture attractive to the youth in Kenya. This information will be useful to the government, the farming community, agriculturalists, policy makers and non-governmental organisations in laying strategies that will make agriculture attractive to the youth. This will subsequently enhance youth participation in agriculture resulting in increased food production, employment creation and income generation for the youth. Engaging the youth in agricultural activities will contribute in reducing crime and other social problems attributed to the youth.
Keywords: Agriculture, Economy, Food Security, Kenya, Youth
INFLUENCE OF ACCESS TO LAND AND FINANCES ON KENYAN YOUTH PARTICIPATION IN AGRICULTURE: A REVIEW (Published)
The Kenya Government prioritized the development of the agricultural sector to achieving the first Millennium Development Goal (MDG) of sustainable food production. Kenya’s strategic plan, Vision 2030 positions agriculture as a key driver for delivering a 10% annual economic growth and is expected to have an average growth rate of 7% by 2015. Agriculture contributes over 80% of all employment opportunities in the country, but Kenyan youths are not taking advantage of these opportunities since 64% of them are unemployed. To advance the 7% average growth rate, it is pertinent that the Kenyan youth be fully involved in agricultural development. However, agriculture is perceived unattractive to the youth and its potential has not been fully realized. The purpose of this review is to find out the influence of land and finances on youth participation in agriculture and to identify the interventions that can make agriculture attractive to the youth in Kenya. This information will be useful to the government, the farming community, agriculturalists, policy makers and non-governmental organisations in laying strategies that will make agriculture attractive to the youth. This will subsequently enhance youth participation in agriculture resulting in increased food production, employment creation and income generation for the youth. Engaging the youth in agricultural activities will contribute in reducing crime and other social problems attributed to the youth.
Keywords: Agriculture, Economy, Food Security, Kenya, Youth