DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

Revenue generation in the nucleus and the path to modern development. Thus, the aim of this study is to assess the impact of revenue generation on the development of local Government Areas. The researcher used primary and secondary methods of data collection to generate the needed data. The data obtained through questionnaire was presented in tables and expressed in simple percentages. The following were some of the findings which included poor development of the areas, lack of basic social amenities to the rural people and lack of revenue to maintain the existing infrastructures. The researcher therefore recommended that the local government should provide basic amenities of high quality. By doing so, the people's interest would be geared towards giving their maximum support to the local government which would lead to the development of the rural area.

The study examined the impact of information and communication technology (ICT) on manpower development in Nigeria; A case study of Enugu North Local Government area. Enugu state. The existence of life in the universe is to expand in all ramification of human endeavors both in the management of existing resources as well as creation of new ones. Man by nature is adventurous and as such, will always thrive to succeed.

This research assesses the impact of information and communication technology on organizational performance in Federal Inland revenue services, Edo State. The study explored four objectives to drive the research. The objectives include: examination of how availability of ICT affect infrastructure affect organizational performance in Federal Inland Revenue Service, Benin City; examine how ICT capacity of staff affect organizational performance in Federal Inland Revenue Service, Benin City; investigate how corporate taxpayer’s utilization of ICT affect organisational performance in Federal Inland Revenue Service, Benin City; and ascertain the challenges facing FIRS in relation to ICT adoption for effective organizational performance. The study was anchored on Technology Acceptance Model as a framework of analysis for the study and adopted quantitative research analysis where data generated from primary and secondary sources via questionnaires and interview were analyzed in interpreted using Statistical Package for social Sciences (SPSS), and findings discussed. The study revealed the following findinds: ICT has the capability for digital processing and utilization of information by the use of electronic computers; the study reveals that the staff were staff decided they were comfortable with deploying ICT in the dispensing of their duties they were however undecided if the availability of ICT infrastructure would boost the organizational performance at FIRS and it can be linked with the fact that staff also were undecided as to the regularity of trainings schedule organized. The study concludes amongst others that, there exist a relationship between technology and organizational performance in FIRS. The study also concludes that the ICT capability of staff also has an existing relationship with organizational performance. It also concludes that the ICT has reduced bottlenecks for taxpayers and improved the utilization of FIRS services by corporate taxpayers and recommends amongnst others that, ICT should be made more readily available for staffs to employ in deploying their duties. Fundings for ICT should be given priority by management at FIRS. ICT capacity building and trainings should be regularly organized in FIRS, Benin City

This study assessed the impact of the EdoJobs Programme on youth employment and economic empowerment in Benin City, Edo State. Using a descriptive survey design, data were collected from 120 beneficiaries of the programme and analysed with the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). Findings show that the programme has moderately reduced youth unemployment in Benin City, with evidence of a drop in unemployment rates over recent years. About 62.5 % of respondents reported improved income levels after participation, while 37.5 % saw no change, suggesting uneven income benefits. Skill acquisition was a major success, as 87.5 % gained useful vocational, ICT, entrepreneurship skills, and 50 % started their own businesses. Training quality was rated high, with 91.7 % agreeing that content was relevant and 88.3 % affirming the competence of facilitators. However, only 41.7 % confirmed receiving adequate post-training support, indicating weak follow-up mechanisms. The main challenges identified were lack of start-up capital (41.7 %), short training duration (25 %), limited job placement (20.8 %), and low programme awareness (12.5 %). The study concludes that EdoJobs has improved youth employability and self-reliance but remains constrained by funding gaps and inadequate post-training support. It recommends stronger government–private sector collaboration, improved access to finance, and continuous mentoring to achieve sustainable youth empowerment in Edo State.

The study investigated the challenges of implementing e-government initiatives at the local government level in Edo State: A case study of Oredo Local Government Area. The core objective was to identify the major infrastructural, human capital, institutional, and financial barriers hindering the effective adoption and sustainability of digital governance at the grassroots. The research adopted a Descriptive Survey Design and sampled a total of ninety (90) respondents, comprising both local government staff and residents who interact with the council's services. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire and analyzed using frequency counts and simple percentages. The study revealed a significant implementation gap, driven primarily by three key factors: weak infrastructural support (unstable power supply and poor internet access), low human capacity (lack of regular staff training and digital literacy), and inadequate institutional commitment (insufficient budgetary allocation for ICT and weak political will). These factors result in the continued dominance of manual processes, which limit service efficiency and citizen engagement. It was concluded that the successful transition to e-government in Oredo Local Government Area is critically dependent on addressing these foundational structural and behavioral deficiencies. The study recommended, among others, that: the Local Government should prioritize significant and consistent budgetary allocation for ICT infrastructure and maintenance; regular and mandatory ICT training should be organized for all staff; and political leadership must demonstrate sustained commitment to digital initiatives to ensure their success and sustainability.

Taxation is the nucleus and the path to modern development. Thus, the study was to assess the impact of poor taxation on the development of Local Government Areas. This is because local government as the third tier of government and the closest to the people especially in the rural areas needed revenue to provide basic social amenities to the people. But it is unfortunate to note that the local government management have not lived up to expectation especially to provide basic social amenities to the rural people. Thus, the objective of the research was to analyze the extent to which poor taxation had affected the development of those areas. The researcher used primary and secondary methods of data collection to generate the needed data. The data obtained through questionnaire was presented in tables and expressed in simple percentages. The following were some of the findings which included poor development of the areas, lack of basic social amenities to the rural people and lack of effective tax collection mechanisms. The study also revealed that poor taxation by local government in Nigeria has affected the spread of development to all the nooks and crannies of the country. Thus local government councils and their management should strategically plan on proper measures to generate revenue as to meet with their functions as provided by the constitution of the country

This study examines the role of local government in promoting economic development at the grassroots level, using Egor Local Government Area of Edo State, Nigeria, as a case study. The primary objective was to assess the developmental contributions of Egor LGA, identify challenges affecting its financial performance, and evaluate strategies for improving its internally generated revenue (IGR) to foster sustainable growth. Both quantitative and qualitative methods were employed. Data were collected through structured questionnaires administered to 138 respondents and supplemented with interviews. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics such as frequencies, percentages, and mean scores, while thematic analysis was applied to qualitative a responses. Findings revealed that Egor Local Government has made meaningful contributions to grassroots economic development through the provision of infrastructure, income generation, and employment creation. However, the study identified inadequate funding, corruption, political interference, and weak revenue mobilization as major obstacles hindering effective performance. It also established that IGR plays a critical role in promoting fiscal sustainability and reducing dependence on statutory
allocations. Furthermore, innovative sources of revenue, such as outdoor signage and advertisement levies, were found to offer promising opportunities for expanding the financial base of the local government. The study concludes that Egor Local Government has the potential to drive inclusive and sustainable economic development if structural and administrative challenges are effectively addressed. It recommends enhanced financial autonomy, improved transparency and accountability, staff capacity building, community participation, and public-private partnerships as key strategies for strengthening local governance and achieving long-term development goals.

This study examined The Role of Local Government in Rural Economic Development in Nigeria: A Case Study of Esan West Local Government Area of Edo State. The survey research design was adopted because data were collected from a sample population with specific characteristics. Four research questions were formulated and answered using simple percentage analysis. The population of the study consisted of residents of Esan West Local Government Area, and from this population, a total of 350 respondents were selected as the sample using a random sampling technique. The instrument used to collect data for the study was a twenty-item self- structured questionnaire. The study was anchored on the Human Capital Theory and the Modernization Theory. The Human Capital Theory posits that investment in people through education, training, and skill development—enhances productivity, innovation, and economic growth. This theory underscores the importance of developing the human resource base within rural communities as a key driver of economic advancement. The Modernization Theory, on the other hand, emphasizes that rural economic development can be achieved through structural transformation, improved infrastructure, and the adoption of modern administrative practices. Together, these theories provide a framework for understanding how local governments can
stimulate sustainable rural development through both human and institutional capacity building. Based on the findings, the study concluded that local governments play a crucial role in promoting rural economic development through the provision of basic social amenities, rural infrastructure, agricultural support services, and small-scale enterprise promotion. The study revealed that effective local governance enhances community participation, employment creation, and income generation among rural dwellers. However, challenges such as inadequate funding, political interference, poor administrative capacity, and corruption were found to hinder the effectiveness of local governments in fostering sustainable rural development. Respondents emphasized that while the local government system has great potential for grassroots transformation, its performance remains limited by structural and institutional inefficiencies. The study recommends that governments at all levels should increase budgetary allocations to local governments, ensure accountability in the management of public funds, and strengthen capacity-building initiatives for local government officials. In addition, participatory governance, regular project monitoring, and collaboration with community-based organizations should be

Taxation is the nucleus and the path to modern development. Thus, the study was to assess the impact of poor taxation on the development of Local Government Areas. This is because local government as the third tier of government and the closest to the people especially in the rural areas needed revenue to provide basic social amenities to the people. But it is unfortunate to note that the local government management have not lived up to expectation especially to provide basic social amenities to the rural people. Thus, the objective of the research was to analyze the extent to which poor taxation had affected the development of those areas. The researcher used primary and secondary methods of data collection to generate the needed data. The data obtained through questionnaire was presented in tables and expressed in simple percentages. The following were some of the findings which included poor development of the areas, lack of basic social amenities to the rural people and lack of effective tax collection mechanisms. The study also revealed that poor taxation by local government in Nigeria has affected the spread of development to all the nooks and crannies of the country. Thus local government councils and their management should strategically plan on proper measures to generate revenue as to meet with their functions as provided by the constitution of the country

Workplace bullying has emerged as a critical issue affecting employee performance in various sectors, including healthcare. This study examines the prevalence of workplace bullying among healthcare professionals in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria, and its impact on employee performance. The research employs a quantitative approach, utilizing a structured questionnaire distributed to 365 healthcare employees across public and private healthcare institutions. Data analysis was conducted using descriptive and inferential statistical techniques to determine the extent and consequences of workplace bullying on job performance, morale, and employee retention. The findings reveal that workplace bullying is a widespread issue in the healthcare sector, with verbal abuse, unfair criticism, excessive workload, exclusion, and physical intimidation being the most common forms. The study further establishes that workplace bullying significantly affects employees' ability to perform their tasks effectively, lowers morale, and contributes to high turnover intentions. Additionally, the research indicates that despite the existence of management policies, many employees believe that workplace bullying is inadequately addressed in their institutions. Based on these findings, the study recommends the implementation of stronger anti- bullying policies, enhanced management intervention strategies, and increased employee awareness programs to mitigate the negative effects of workplace bullying. By fostering a healthier work environment, healthcare institutions can improve employee performance, job satisfaction, and overall service delivery