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International Studies Journal
ISSN 2756-4649 · Federal University Wukari · 885 articles in the index
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EFFECTS OF ECONOMIC GROWTH AND EXCHANGE RATE ON FDI INFLOWS IN SOUTH AFRICA
Due to its sophisticated industrial base and technological capabilities, South Africa's economic trajectory differs significantly from those of other African nations.However, despite these benefits, the nation continues to face issues such as high unemployment, inequality, and structural…
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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE-DRIVEN TRADE EFFICIENCY AND INCLUSIVE ECONOMIC GROWTH IN AFRICA: OPPORTUNITIES, CHALLENGES, AND POLICY DIRECTIONS
This study examines the relationship between trade, economic growth, and artificial intelligence (AI) in Africa within the context of increasing globalization and digital transformation. It explores how trade liberalization initiatives, particularly the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)…
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DISCOURSE REPRESENTATION OF WOMEN INTRA-GENDER SUBJUGATION IN SELECTED NOLLYWOOD MOVIES
Research Problem: Women subjugation, a form of gender study that accounts for women’s mistreatment in the society, has been given significant attention by many scholars because of its relevance in human communities. However, research findings of such studies point to men empowered by culture and…
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EXPLORING THE IMPACT OF HOUSING FEATURES IN ACHIEVING WELL-BEING OF BENEFICIARIES IN PUBLIC HOUSING ESTATES IN YOBE STATE, NIGERIA
Research Problem: this study investigated a research lacuna of not exploring housing features on well-being of beneficiaries in public housing estates in the study area. Also identified key challenges facing public housing in the contemporary times which include deficiency or poor provisions of…
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STUDY OF METAPHORS IN SELECTED COSMETICS ADVERTISEMENTS
Research Problem: Despite growing research on advertising language, limited attention has been given to the persuasive role of metaphor and visual representation in cosmetics advertising. This study examines metaphors in selected cosmetics advertisements, focusing on meanings conveyed through…
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THE EFFECTIVENESS OF TRADITIONAL METHODS IN MANAGING HERDER-FARMER CONFLICT IN SELECTED COMMUNITIES IN KWARA STATE, NIGERIA
The failure of formal interventions to manage farmers-herdsmen conflict effectively necessitates the adoption of traditional methods of conflict resolution, such as mediation and adjudication. This study examines the effectiveness of traditional methods for managing herder–farmer conflict in…
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DETERMINANTS OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ADOPTION AMONG SECURITY AGENCIES IN NIGER STATE, NIGERIA
Research Problem: Despite compelling global evidence that artificial intelligence (AI) technologies can transform crime detection and prevention, security agencies in Niger State, Nigeria continue to operate within conventional, pre-digital frameworks that have demonstrably failed to contain the…
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COGNITIVE WARFARE: DEFENDING NIGERIA’S "HUMAN DOMAIN" AGAINST AI-DRIVEN PERCEPTION MANAGEMENT AND INDUSTRIALIZED DISINFORMATION
Research Problem: This study examines cognitive warfare as an emerging national security threat in Nigeria, particularly in the context of AI-driven perception management and industrialised disinformation within the human domain. It investigates how platform dynamics, identity politics…
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DISRUPTED CHILDHOOD: DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND THE PARENTIFICATION OF ELDEST DAUGHTERS IN THE PURPLE VIOLET OF OSHAANTU
Research Problem Earlier critical readings of Neshani Andreas’ The Purple Violet of Oshaantu have foregrounded it as a narrative of domestic violence, women’s oppression, and agency, overlooking its significance as a story of disrupted childhood. This paper addresses this gap by analysing the novel…
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CHALLENGES OF TRADITIONAL INSTITUTIONSS IN COFLICT RESOLUTION: A STUDY OF EBIRALAND
This study examined the challenges of traditional rulers in conflict resolution in Ebiraland. Traditional rulers have historically played important roles in conflict resolution and maintaining peace in Nigerian societies. Despite their relevance, the continueddecline in the influence of the…
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CONTEMPORARY DYNAMICS IN BORDER MANAGEMENT: THE NIGERIAN EXPERIENCE
In spite of increased resources and manpower especially on our national borders, it has come to scholarly concern to what extent border governance is implemented in Nigeria, as much effort and increased funding were made. Border management is one of the most vital security and governance issues…
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AN ASSESSMENT OF GOVERNMENT POLICY AND POLICIES ON FLOODING IN NIGERIA 2015-2023
Flooding remains one of the most persistent and destructive environmental challenges in Nigeria, resulting in loss of lives, displacement of communities, damage to property, and disruption of economic and social activities. This study provides a critical assessment of government policies and…
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CRITICALLY EXAMINE NIGERIAN POLICY AND POLICIES ON COCOA FARMERS (2014-2024)
Between 2014 and 2025, policy approaches to cocoa farming in Nigeria have combined market liberalization, export-oriented strategies, and renewed efforts at sector revitalization. Despite these initiatives, the majority of smallholder farmers who form the backbone of cocoa production continue to…
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NANA AKUFFO-ADDO CAMPAIGN POLICIES ON ONE DISTRICT ONE DAM AND ONE DISTRICT ONE FACTORY ON GHANAIAN CITIZENS
This abstract examines the impact of President Nana Akuffo-Addo’s flagship campaign policies One Village, One Dam (1V1D) and One District, One Factory (1D1F) on Ghanaian citizens, based on assessments from government agencies, advocacy groups, and the current administration. The evidence indicates…
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FISCAL POLICY AND THE CHALLENGES OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA: A SYNOPTIC REVIEW
The aim of this study is to examine the effects of fiscal policy on sustainable development in Nigeria. It explores the role of government in driving national economic growth and development through the lens of Keynes’ Theory of Economic Development. The study identified the strengths and weakness…
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TRANS- BORDER FOOD TRADE AND HOUSEHOLD FOOD SECURITY IN NIGERIA-NIGER BORDERS
This mixed-methods study investigates the relationship between trans-border food trade participation and household food security in Nigeria's North-West borderlands. Drawing on survey data from 389 households and qualitative interviews with 25 key informants across the Maigatari-Babura (Jigawa…
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MIGRATION AND SETTLEMENT PATTERNS AND CHIEFTAINCY CRISIS IN OGBOKUMA COMMUNITY, 1927 - 2025
Migration has been one of the most important forces shaping human societies across history. Communities evolve through movements of people who relocate in search of security, economic opportunities, social acceptance, and environmental stability. In many cases, however, migration also generate…
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AN ANALYSIS OF NIGERIA- NIGER BILATERAL TREATY ON REFUGEE’S RIGHTS
Research problem: Over 300,000 Nigerian refugees sought refuge in Niger republic, primarily in the Diffa and Zinder regions, fleeing from Boko Haram and armed banditry.Therefore, this paper analyzes the protection of refugee rights in line with International Refugee Laws of 1951 and other bilateral…
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ARMED BANDITRY AND KIDNAPPING IN KWARA STATE: AN IMPACT ANALAYSIS
Research Problem: Armed banditry and kidnapping in Kwara State have escalated despite various security interventions, highlighting concerns about their structural drivers, spatial spread, and far-reaching effects on governance, livelihoods, education and community stability. However, existing…
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HUMAN CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT AND SERVICE DELIVERY AMONG NON-ACADEMIC STAFF IN FEDERAL UNIVERSITY WUKARI, TARABA STATE, NIGERIA
Research Problem: Inefficient administrative service delivery resulting from inadequate human capital development among non-academic staff remains a major challenge confronting public universities in Nigeria. Despite their critical role in institutional administration and coordination, non-academic…