JLD ARTICLES

JLD Vol.1 No.2 September 2025

Vol. 1, No 2, September 2025 Editorial Board Editor-in-Chief: Prof. Elijah O. John Editor: Dr. Emmanuel Iniobong Archibong Secretary/Editorial Assistant: Emem Bassey Inyang Business/Production Manager: Samuel Eno Inyang Associate Editors Dr. Garvey Ufot Bassey Dr. Nwachukwu M. Anyim Dr. Dennis E. Igwe Dr. Aniedi Usoroh Dr. Nkereuwem David Edemekong Dr. Uwaezuoke Precious Obioha Dr. Christopher […]

E-READINESS AND E-GOVERNANCE FOR EFFECTIVE PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION IN NIGERIA (2015–2025)

E-READINESS AND E-GOVERNANCE FOR EFFECTIVE PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION IN NIGERIA (2015–2025) Chuka Johnny Chukwuka Department of Public Administration, DLI of University of Lagos Email: chuka77dan@gmail.com Abstract This study explores how e-readiness has influenced the implementation of e-governance in Nigeria’s public administration between 2015 and 2025. It evaluates the country’s ICT capacity, the rollout of digital governance […]

NIGERIA’S MULTI-MORAL LEADERSHIP CRISIS: IMMANUEL KANT’S ‘DUTY SAKE’ TO THE RESCUE

NIGERIA’S MULTI-MORAL LEADERSHIP CRISIS: IMMANUEL KANT’S ‘DUTY SAKE’ TO THE RESCUE NkutJesus Pius Ekpoudom 1 & Remigius A. Obah 2 Department of Philosophy, University of Port Harcourt, Nigeria 1 & 2 Corresponding Email: nkutjesuse@gmail.com 1 Abstract This study examines Immanuel Kant’s ‘duty for duty’s sake’ in relation to Nigeria’s persistent leadership and governance crises. Kantian ethics, particularly the concept of goodwill, […]

INTERROGATING THE CONCEPT OF “SUBTLE ATHEISM” AND THE DEIFICATION OF WEALTH IN MODERN CAPITALIST CULTURES

INTERROGATING THE CONCEPT OF “SUBTLE ATHEISM” AND THE DEIFICATION OF WEALTH IN MODERN CAPITALIST CULTURES Gbenga Cornelius Fasiku 1 & Peter Anakobe Adinoyi 2 Department of Philosophy, Prince Abubakar Audu University, Anyigba 1 Department of Philosophy & Religious Studies, Federal University, Lokoja 2 Corresponding Email: peteradinnoyi@yahoo.co.uk 2 ORCID: 009-00903107-7661 1 Abstract This paper examines the quiet rise of what can […]

ADMISSION QUOTA AND ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT OF FULL-TIME STUDENTS  IN SOUTH–WEST NIGERIAN PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES

ADMISSION QUOTA AND ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT OF FULL-TIME STUDENTS  IN SOUTH–WEST NIGERIAN PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES Ayodele Barnes Ogunsakin 1 & Modupe Margaret Isaac-Philips 2 Department of Educational Management, Lagos State University, Ojo 1&2 Email: barnesayodele@gmail.com Abstract The objective of this study was to find out which of the admission quotas ensures that students who are academically better are admitted into the universities. The […]

ỌRỤ NKA DỊ ICHE ICHE E NWERE N’ALA IGBO: MMEPỤTA NA NCHEKWA

ỌRỤ NKA DỊ ICHE ICHE E NWERE N’ALA IGBO: MMEPỤTA NA NCHEKWA Ifeyinwa Cordelia Isidienu Department of Igbo, African and Communication Studies, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka Email: ic.isidienu@unizik.edu.ng DIFFERENT KINDS OF CRAFTS IN IGBO LAND: PRODUCTION AND PRESERVATION Abstract Anyone who is healthy should acquire a useful craft with which to earn a livelihood.  Through […]

SEX FOR GRADE EXCHANGE IN SOME TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS IN NIGERIA: DYNAMICS AND SOLUTION

SEX FOR GRADE EXCHANGE IN SOME TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS IN NIGERIA: DYNAMICS AND SOLUTION Muhammad Garba Yauri 1  & Dalhatu Dikko 2 Department of Sociology, Al-Qalam University, Katsina 1&2 Corresponding Email: muhammadgarbayauri@auk.edu.ng 1 Abstract Sex for grade or sex for mark: Refers to the unfair use and or molestation of female students, particularly for the purpose of obtaining sexual favours in exchange […]

AN ETHICAL EVALUATION OF HUMAN RIGHTS IN NIGERIA: LESSONS FROM JUSTICE OPUTA PANEL

AN ETHICAL EVALUATION OF HUMAN RIGHTS IN NIGERIA: LESSONS FROM JUSTICE OPUTA PANEL Damian Tersoo Anyam 1, Vincent Onah Ekle 2 & Solomon Terungwa Gbagir 3 Department of Philosophy, Benue State University, Makurdi 1 Department of Religion and Cultural Studies, Benue State University, Makurdi 2 Department of Religion and Philosophy, University of Mkar-Mkar-Nigeria 3 Corresponding Email: terungwasolomon@gmail.com 3 Abstract From the pre-independence constitutional conferences, through the […]

FINANCIAL MARKETS’ OPERATIONS AND PERFORMANCE OF THE NIGERIAN CAPITAL MARKET

FINANCIAL MARKETS’ OPERATIONS AND PERFORMANCE OF THE NIGERIAN CAPITAL MARKET Obainoke Eromosele Felix 1, Wisdom Ezemndi Nwaguru 2 & Uyanna Prosper Chukwufumnanya 3 Department of Banking and Finance, National Institute of Construction Technology and Management (NICTM), Uromi, Edo State, Nigeria 1 University of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, Umuagwo, Imo State, Nigeria 2 Department of Business Administration and Management […]

THE IMPACT OF PUNISHING MINOR OFFENSES ON CHILDREN AND ITS EFFECT ON RECIDIVISM RATES

THE IMPACT OF PUNISHING MINOR OFFENSES ON CHILDREN AND ITS EFFECT ON RECIDIVISM RATES Monday Eduok Iniobong 1 & Katchi Ibeh Iheakachi 2 Department of Criminology and Security Studies, National Open University of Nigeria, Jabi, Abuja 1 & 2 Corresponding Email: ieduok@noun.edu.ng 1 Abstract This study examines the impact of punitive measures for minor offenses on children and their relationship with recidivism […]

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