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Ethnicity And Public Service In Nigeria, Ozy B. Orluwene Jp
Ethnicity And Public Service In Nigeria, Ozy B. Orluwene Jp
Dr Ozy B.Orluwene,JP
ABSTRACT This paper essentially examines the concept of ethnicity and public service in Nigeria. It posits that because of the monstrous proportion ethnicity assumed in Nigeria, it has remained a central turning point in the nation’s history. Its impact has further exacerbated problems of growth and development of Nigerian Public service and organizations.
Corruption And Development In Nigeria: A Multidisciplanary Journal, Ozy B. Orluwene Jp
Corruption And Development In Nigeria: A Multidisciplanary Journal, Ozy B. Orluwene Jp
Dr Ozy B.Orluwene,JP
Abstract This paper offers a detail commentary on the state of corruption in Nigeria. It examined the phenomenon in its various dimensions. It posits that because of monstrous proportion it has assumed in Nigeria, it has hampered growth and development.
Elite Network And Conflicts In Niger Delta Region, Ozy B. Orluwene Jp
Elite Network And Conflicts In Niger Delta Region, Ozy B. Orluwene Jp
Dr Ozy B.Orluwene,JP
ABSTRACT Our work on Elite Networks and conflicts in Niger Delta region of Nigeria is desired primarily to examine the role of elites in the Niger Delta Conflicts. It explains why volatile conflicts have come to engulf majority of the states in the region. The people and the environment once reputed for its tranquility and warmth has in the past years acquired the notoriety that has extended to all creeks and hinterland of the region. The famed Niger Delta region has become the epicenter of youth restiveness, hostage taking, cult war, and associated vices. It is hoped that clear identification …
The Politics Of Revenue Allocation In Nigeria Since Independence: An Overview, Ozy B. Orluwene Jp
The Politics Of Revenue Allocation In Nigeria Since Independence: An Overview, Ozy B. Orluwene Jp
Dr Ozy B.Orluwene,JP
Abstract This paper is designed primarily to offer a historical overview of the politics of revenue allocation in Nigeria since independence. Revenue generation and allocation among the federating units of Nigerian federalism is a crucial issue in that as soon as there exist two or more levels or tiers of governments, it becomes necessary to introduce a system of sharing fund to various tiers of government to particularly meet constitutionally assigned and specified functions. There is the problem of how to allocate revenue to these different tiers of government in relation to the constitutionally assigned functions. The discordance between fiscal …
Constitutional Provisions And Challenges To Local Government Administration In Nigeria, Ozy B. Orluwene Jp
Constitutional Provisions And Challenges To Local Government Administration In Nigeria, Ozy B. Orluwene Jp
Dr Ozy B.Orluwene,JP
Abstract The primary focus of this paper is to identify and explain the various flash points and problems of constitutional provision in Nigeria with emphasis on local government administration as enshrined in section 7 (1 and 2) of the 1999 constitution which restores to the states, the power to create and control local government among others. The paper regrets to note the gains made in local government after the 1976 local governments reforms have been depreciating. This is particularly true since the inception of the 1999 constitution of the federal republic of Nigeria and the deliberate actions of the state …
The Niger Delta Crisis: A Three Dimensional Discourse, Ozy B. Orluwene Jp
The Niger Delta Crisis: A Three Dimensional Discourse, Ozy B. Orluwene Jp
Dr Ozy B.Orluwene,JP
ABSTRACT This paper is motivated by the desire to examine the origin of the Niger Delta crisis in Nigeria. It explains why rural poverty, insecurity and state failure are the major reasons behind the volatile conflicts that have come to engulf majority of the once peaceful state of the Niger Delta region of Nigeria. It argues that the Niger Delta region is the home of the oil and gas industry in Nigeria. Petroleum exploration accounts for over 80% of Nigeria’s foreign earnings. The petro-dollar wealth translates into a big curse for the people and the environment. An ungrateful Nigerian state …
Electoral Acts, Free And Fair Elections In Nigeria: Issues And Challenges, Ozy B. Orluwene Jp
Electoral Acts, Free And Fair Elections In Nigeria: Issues And Challenges, Ozy B. Orluwene Jp
Dr Ozy B.Orluwene,JP
No abstract provided.
Public Administration In Malaysia, Ozy B. Orluwene Jp
Public Administration In Malaysia, Ozy B. Orluwene Jp
Dr Ozy B.Orluwene,JP
No abstract provided.
Federalism And Impediments To National Integration In Nigeria: An Appraisal, Ozy B. Orluwene Jp
Federalism And Impediments To National Integration In Nigeria: An Appraisal, Ozy B. Orluwene Jp
Dr Ozy B.Orluwene,JP
ABSTRACT This paper is primarily an appraisal of how the practice of Federalism in Nigeria is faced with many impediments. Theoretically, Federalism is established or adopted with a view to ensuring the unity of the people and faith in their fatherland so as to further the end of liberty; equality and justice in the country. With the data on governance being replete with contradictions controversies, paradoxes and crises emanating from the persistently fragile practice of federalism in multi-ethnic Nigeria. The situation tends to validate the French saying that “the more things change, the more they stay the same”. The governance …