Africa Essays

According to longman’s English dictionary, language is a system of communication by writing or spoken words which is used by the people of a particular country or area. Another source says, the method of human communication, either in spoken or written consisting of worlanguage is the human capacity ofds in a structured and conventional way. […]

“We’re trying to sell peace, like a product, you know, and sell it like people sell soap or soft drinks. And it’s the only way to get people aware that peace is possible, and it isn’t just inevitable to have violence. These are the unmistakable words, when he was been interviewed on The David Frost […]

Nigeria’s agricultural history is deeply interwoven with its political narrative. This is widely explored in relation to changing constitutional structures, such as: Colonial, Internal Self Government, and the Post-1960 periods, categorized by sectors. Crop Production: During the colonial administration in Nigeria from 1861-1960, agricultural development was subject to inconsistent attention. Throughout this time, significant focus […]

Nigeria is referred to as the “giant of West Africa,” with a population of over 98 million, and a land mass of twice the size of California (Lawrence, “Shell Oil in Nigeria”, 2008). Nigeria is the sixth largest oil producer in the world, currently over 95 percent of its foreign exchange market is from the […]

In Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s Purple Hibiscus, the story is set in Nigeria during a period of civil and religious unrest. Nigeria experienced multiple acting governing bodies during this time, with coups and revolutions happening in the background while the challenges faced by the Achike family took center stage. Surprisingly, these seemingly unrelated events reflected each […]

The analysis reveals the extent to which revenue allocation formula adopted in the past has affected the path of economic growth and development in Nigeria. The data is purely secondary data and was sourced from the world bank publication, CBN, Journal and other published and unpublished materials. There is need, therefore to address the problem […]

Indirect rule was a system of ruling Africans that sought not to displace African authority, but instead to rule through it. It was first used by the British and later adopted by other European powers after they witnessed its success. Indirect rule is largely considered a more humane alternative to its counterpart, direct rule, which […]

Privatization of state-owned enterprises (SOEs) has become a key component of the structural reform process and globalization strategy in many economies. Several developing and transition economies have embarked on extensive privatization programmes in the last one and a half decades or so, as a means of fostering economic growth, attaining macroeconomic stability, and reducing public […]

Overview of Policing in Nigeria: Problems and Suggestions Changing Roles of Civil Society in Promoting Safety and Security in NigeriaOpen Society Justice Initiative Border Security and Transborder Crimes: The Nigerian Experience in Comparative Historical Perspectives Proliferation of Illegal Arms and Ethno-Religious Violence in Nigeria Mike Okiro, Deputy Inspector General of Police, Policing Strategies for Tackling […]

Despite comprising approximately half of the global population, women continue to face inequality in various aspects such as economics, social interactions, and sexuality. They are expected to be subservient and rely on men for protection and significance. This discrimination is even evident in Nigeria, a democratic country where many women still confront ignorance, superstition, poverty, […]

This chapter will provide basic knowledge of Shell Nigeria Oil Company and its operation in Nigeria, in particular regarding its ethics, performance, social involvement, contribution to national income and its contribution to keeping the environment green. Since the Rio Conference of 1992 the code of conduct for all extractive industries including crude oil mining companies […]

Fuman Agric Agricultural Products is a medium-scale fruit juice manufacturer. It was established in 1995 when it took over the old Lana Canning Factory, which was founded in 1954. The company mainly uses fresh fruits like orange, guava, pineapple, mango, and passion fruit as its major raw materials. Their main production lines consist of natural […]

The study of various factors responsible for organizational success has gained more attention due to the increasing demands of today’s globalized and liberalized business environment (K’Obonyo and Dimba, 2007; Aycan et al., 2000). Existing literature suggests that culture is the most influential factor driving organizational success and contemporary workplace practices in a country (Aluko, 2003; […]

The Government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria aims to ensure equal opportunities for education at all levels, promote science and technology, and eliminate illiteracy in accordance with its 1999 Constitution (Chapter 2, Section 18). Since transitioning to democratic administration in 1999 following years of military rule, the government has implemented various reforms in the […]

To achieve the organization’s goals, a management structure must be established. This structure will define roles and responsibilities and assist in developing effective selection systems for hiring suitable employees. These employees will carry out their assigned tasks to help accomplish the goals. Demonstrating ethical conduct is crucial for employees as it enhances the organization’s reputation […]

Several migration surveies point to the fact that people by and large have a characteristic to travel from one country to another ( Migration study, 2002 ) . But each of these motions is backed by a strong motivation, particularly if it is intended for long term intents. In this respect, occupants from poorer states […]

Introduction The significance of training in the human resource management endeavors of any organization cannot be emphasized enough. That is why training is essential for the success of every human resource strategy of any given organization. Nowadays, employee preparation is considered necessary for every organisation. It allows employees to perform their tasks efficiently and also […]

Introduction ‘Oil refineries convert rough oil into fuel merchandises, lubricating oils, bitumen and chemical feedstock. There are 43 operating and 4 mothballed oil refineries in Africa which range from little topping and reforming refineries to sophisticated complex refineries which can compare with the best in the universe, and 4 synfuel workss. The entire distillment capacity […]

The purpose of this research is to analyze the current organizational strategy of British American Tobacco Nigeria Limited (BATNL) and evaluate the competitive business plan for BAT Nigeria from 2009-2012. The report investigates the company’s external, transactional, and internal environment. Subsequently, the study examines the core competencies and main rivals of BAT Nigeria to determine […]

Word Count: 2133In this essay I will reconstruct . The journey took place when I was seventeen in early 1993, during which time Nigeria was under the military rule of General Sanni Abacha. For the most part of my trip I stayed in Lagos, former capital state and still highly recognised as the commercial capital […]

I Do Not Come To You By Chance novel written by Adaobi Nwaubani reveals sad and strategic moments on the Nigerian people. The novel points out most of the difficult situations presented before it people as a kind of battle for survival. Even though the happenings are painful the nature shows a lot of human […]