Articles | Journal of Public Administration Kaduna State University

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Research Article DOI: 10.68022/jopakasu.2026.l1whwcx3

STRENGTHENING GOVERNANCE THROUGH PUBLIC FINANCE MANAGEMENT: ACCOUNTABILITYAND TRANSPARENCY IN KADUNA STATE PUBLIC SERVICE

AHMED USMAN^*

This study examines the influence of public finance management (PFM) on accountability and transparency among public servants in Kaduna State, Nigeria. Effective governance depends on the prudent management of public resources, yet challenges such as weak monitoring, inadequate performance evaluation, and limited transparency continue to hinder public sector performance. The study adopted a quanti...

Jan, 2026 pp. 114-127 12 views 9 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.68022/jopakasu.2023.6l68qwf5

DOES MANAGEMENT OF WORKING CAPITALAFFECTS SMES FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE IN KADUNA METROPOLIS

ABUBAKAR ABDULLAHI^*, USMAN YAHAYA, MOSES AVONG ZAMANI, NURUDEEN JIMOH, SHAMSUDEEN MUAZU SALISU

Extant financial literature has focused more attention on the medium and long-term financial decisions of companies ignoring the importance of short-term decisions. This is more evident from SMEs manufacturing companies. Hence, lack of proper research study on the area gives a chance for Nigeria SMEs managers to have limited understanding on the link between WCM and SMEs financial performance. Thu...

Jun, 2023 pp. 115-126 11 views 3 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.68022/jopakasu.2025.dd734wuv

THE ROLE OF TRADITIONAL LEADERS IN ENHANCING SECURITY SITUATION IN NIGERIA: A STUDY OF YOBE STATE

SULEIMAN DANLADI HAMZA^*

In recent time, Yobe State faces security challenges of Boko Haram insurgency and farmer-herder clashes which caused fatalities, mass evictions, and the destruction of critical infrastructure, including markets, hospitals, and schools which hinder economic activities and peaceful coexistence in the state. This study evaluates the role that traditional leaders play in enhancing the security situati...

Mar, 2025 pp. 119-128 10 views 6 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.68022/jopakasu.2023.vo1hdpdg

AN APPRAISAL OF THE NATIONAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY ON DISASTER CONTROL IN NIGERIA

AIDELOKHAI, DENNIS IDONIJE^*, ABU IDRIS, KOBO HALILU UMAR, ALABI YINUSA

Human miseries have escalated in recent years as the prevalence of natural and manmade disasters has increased around the world. These calamities have catastrophic consequences on human lives, property, and infrastructure and above all have posed major hurdles to long-term national development. This prompts governments the world over to introduce series of institutions to manage these debacles wit...

Jun, 2023 pp. 127-134 11 views 3 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.68022/jopakasu.2026.d6rzqlyx

EFFECT OF FIRM ATTRIBUTES ON SUSTAINABILITY REPORTING DISCLOSURE OF LISTED INDUSTRIAL GOODS FIRMS IN NIGERIA: A PROPOSED MODEL

SULAIMAN UMAR MUSA^*, MUHAMMED ISHAQ KHAMEES, HARUNA DADDAU

Sustainability reporting in Nigeria remains weak, with industrial goods firms showing low compliance despite their significant environmental and social impacts. Prior studies on disclosure drivers have produced inconsistent results, focusing mainly on firm size, leverage, profitability, and age while neglecting firm growth. This study proposes a model, grounded in stakeholder theory, that integrat...

Jan, 2026 pp. 128-133 18 views 3 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.68022/jopakasu.2025.s3yh9jh1

A CONCEPTUAL REVIEW: INFLUENCE OF ETHNIC GROUP WORK CULTURE ON ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE

AHMED USMAN^*, Lurwanu Usman, KASIMU MUSA ABDULLAHI

Ethnic group work culture plays a significant role in shaping organizational performance by influencing teamwork, communication, leadership styles, and decision-making processes. As organizations continue to diversify, the effective management of ethnic diversity has become a crucial determinant of success. This conceptual review examines the impact of ethnic group work culture on organizational p...

Mar, 2025 pp. 129-136 12 views 4 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.68022/jopakasu.2026.a1a2s29h

EFFECTS OF BANDITRY ON RURAL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT IN KONTAGORA AND MARIGA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREAS OF NIGER STATE

Buhari Bunu^*, USMAN MUSA, Aminu Sani

This paper investigates the phenomenon of banditry and its transformative effects on rural community development in Kotangora and Mariga Local Government Areas, Niger State, Nigeria. Banditry characterized by violent and criminal activities such as _ theft, kidnappings, and armed assaults, has escalated in the study areas in recent years, creating significant socio-economic challenges for rural co...

Jan, 2026 pp. 134-145 14 views 4 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.68022/jopakasu.2023.dk7kwg5n

ADOPTION OF e-GOVERNANCE POLICY AND TRANSPARENCY IN NIGERIAN TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS: A STUDY OF NIGER STATE POLYTECHNIC, ZUNGERU

KUDU HARUNA MOHAMMED^*, KOBO HALILU UMAR, ABU IDRIS, SULAIMAN, FATIMA ZAHRA, ZAKARI JIBRIN, JONATHAN, JAMES ZAFI

The study appraises the impact of e-governance on Transparency in Nigeria Tertiary institution with reference to Niger State Polytechnic, Zungeru. The study adopted a descriptive survey with the population of nine hundred and forty nine (949). To determine the sample size, Taro Yamani formula was adopted and Bouwley proportionate. SPSS version 20 was used to analyze and test the hypotheses. The st...

Jun, 2023 pp. 135-152 15 views 5 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.68022/jopakasu.2025.l8zhivgh

THEORY OF INFORMATION BEHAVIOR AS A THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK FOR UNDERSTANDING NON-COMPLIANCE WITH CHILD SPACING: A FRESH PERSPECTIVE FOR DESIGNING CHILD SPACING INFORMATION SERVICES AND COMMUNICATION PROGRAMS

ABUBAKAR ABDULKAREEM^*, BABANGIDA UMAR DANGANI, LAWAL UMAR, NASIR HARUNA SOBA

This study set out to explore the socio-cultural reasons for non-compliance with child spacing information. Using Chatman's (2000) theory of normative behavior as a theoretical framework to guide the investigation. The study adopted interpretative research paradigm and also qualitative research method guided data collection, data analysis, data interpretation, and discussion of findings. Twenty-fi...

Mar, 2025 pp. 137-148 13 views 6 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.68022/jopakasu.2025.bjemrzq4

FINANCIAL SLAVERY IN THE 21ST CENTURY: THE ROLE OF FINANCIAL AID AND BORROWING IN AFRICAN UNDERDEVELOPMENT

ACHUKU OVEY GILLA^*, ANTHONY EMMANUEL EDET, ISA DANTALA SAMSON

This study explores the concept of financial bondage in the 21st century, with a particular focus on the role of financial assistance and borrowing in perpetuating Africa's underdevelopment. Through an analysis of secondary data sources, the research examines the historical and contemporary factors that frame financial reliance as a form of economic domination. Despite being rich in resources, Afr...

Mar, 2025 pp. 149-156 12 views 5 downloads