DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

Government plays a central role in shaping the growth and stability of any nation through the formulation of policies, management of resources, and provision of essential services. In Nigeria, where government institutions control a significant portion of national wealth and employment, effective governance is critical to ensuring sustainable development (Obi, 2020). Unfortunately, the Nigerian state has long struggled with Financial mismanagement, lack of transparency, and widespread corruption, all of which have hampered national progress despite the country’s abundant human and natural resources

The study examined leadership style on employee attitude in Edo Broadcasting Service (EBS), Benin City, Edo State. The objectives of the study include the following: to examine the impacts of leadership styles
on punctuality of workers in Edo Broadcasting Service, to ascertain the impact of leadership style on staff
attitudes towards customers in Edo Broadcasting Service, to investigate the impact of leadership style on
the sub-ordinate attitudes towards management in Edo Broadcasting Service, to examine the leadership
style on the generality of workers attitude towards the handling of organisational equipments in Edo
Broadcasting Service and to proffer possible solutions to the challenges of effective leadership style in Edo Broadcasting Service. The study adopted survey research design. The population of this studyac cording to the Human Resource Department in Broadcasting Service (EBS), Benin City, Edo State is 123 staffs. The sample size for this research comprised of a total of 101 employees selected from various
departments present in the organization which include News, programs, marketing, and corporate affairs department respectively. The instrument used for the collection of data was the questionnaire which was administered to the study sampled respondents. Out of the 101 questionnaires distributed, 98 copies were retrieved. The data collected was analyzed using simple percentage. The study found amongst others that leadership styles have an impact on workers punctuality in EBS. Furthermore, policy recommendations were adopted which include amongst others that management should also imbibe supportive leadership style in EBS.

This research work seek to examine the impact of manpower development and public sector productivity; (A case study of Edo State Civil Service). The study made use of questionnaire to obtain data from respondent. Four objectives were raised for the study. The study found that that lack of technical know how to manage the equipment resulted to poor performance in the public sector and thus recommend that The local government needs to develop the employee manpower within the
framework of a comprehensive, ongoing, and consistent employee manpower development program. This quality of employee manpower program is essential to keep the staff motivated about learning new concepts and their departments profitable.

his study focused on assessing the impact of training and development on employee performance, using the University of Benin as a case study. The objectives were to examine the roles of training and development in achieving organizational goals related to worker efficiency, effectiveness, social and psychological well-being, and the potential for changing attitudes towards work. The choice of the University of Benin was based on its extensive training and development opportunities, particularly for academic staff. The research employed both primary and secondary data collection methods. The study concluded that training and career development yield numerous benefits, including increased productivity, enhanced morale, improved profitability, optimized resource utilization, and reduced accidents. Scientific analysis revealed a strong positive relationship between training and productivity, indicating that employees acquire job skills effectively and contribute to organizational objectives. However, no statistically significant relationship was found between staff training and factors such as job satisfaction, promotion, or career advancement. Nevertheless, training serves as a motivating force, fostering positive attitudes towards the organization, better job adjustment, commitment, and potential for career growth. Based on the findings, it is recommended that effective training programs should be meticulously planned and structured, preferably under the guidance of trained experts. Organizations, including the University of Benin, should consider relevant information when developing tailored training programs that meet their specific needs. Establishing a well-defined training policy aligned with modern organizational requirements is crucial, with diligent implementation. Employee training should be based on accurate assessment systems and methods to identify training needs. The majority of respondents emphasized the importance of ongoing, job-relevant training. It is essential to ensure fairness and meritocracy in selecting trainees, providing equal access to training opportunities for all workers rather than a privileged few. To motivate employees, the management of the University of Benin and other organizations should complement training initiatives with additional benefits, such as promotions, higher salaries, and increased responsibilities, aimed at maximizing staff output. Lastly, allocating sufficient funds to support the training officer's duties, including staff training, is recommended for the University of Benin.

After acquiring a building for an office the next important task before the office manager is office space planning or office environment. Offices that are not well planned and arranged do affect the effectiveness and efficiency of office work while office environment may be defined as the arrangement of equipment and furniture within the available flow space the environment should have positive effects on administrative performance of the office. This project surveyed how office environment affects office administrative performance. It was discovered that the way office environment is can have either positive or negative effects on office performances. The method used in the project was the popular questionnaire which enabled the researchers to carry out their findings from the respondents. It was discovered that office environment really affect administrative performance and also discovered that the offices in the department of Public Administration are not well equipped.

This project examined “job satisfaction and work attitude among board of internal revenue staff, Benin City, Edo State. The objectives of the study are to know what makes job satisfaction a motivation tools for employee performance. identify the various tools and methods used to measure work attitude among employees in the public service. examine the factors that contribute to employee satisfaction and their potential to drive productivity improvement in the public services examine the conditions and workplace factors that lead to employee dissatisfaction with the goal of identifying areas for productivity enhancement in the public services. The survey research method was used which consist of frequency, percentage means and a crosstabulation method was also used to test the structured hypotheses in the study. A total number of 210 questionnaire were distributed to the respondents in public sector in Edo State. The statistical analysiss was used with the goal of performing the empirical analysis and obtaining estimated coefficients. SPSS was used as statistical package in the is study. From the findings it was revealed that job satisfaction is a motivational tools for employee performance. The study reviewed that what make job satisfaction a motivating factors is that employee expect a reword after completion of their job. But when such employee is under paid or when an employee is not comfortable with a certain working environment the employee it may affect the mind set of such employee in working toward organizational goals The employees who are satisfied are a valuable asset to their organizations as they achieve better and strive hard to achieve their organizational goals efficiently, whereas employees who not satisfied are reflected as a load for any organization. was Based on the findings this study, the following recommendations were made Organization should ensure that employees are satisfied with the condition of their job as this increases organizational productivity. Management of any organization should ensure there is a good relationship between supervisor and other employees as this relationship could pave way for employee to jointly work toward organizational goals Management should always create a good working environment as this will enhance employees performance in the organization

This study investigated the influence of grinding fineness on heavy metal leaching across seven common food matrices—melon, tomatoes, pepper, white and yellow corn, beans, groundnut, and crayfish—using both household and industrial tools. Samples were processed at two fineness levels (coarse and smooth), and analyzed for iron (Fe), manganese (Mn), zinc (Zn), nickel (Ni), cadmium (Cd), and lead (Pb). Results showed that smooth grinding consistently produced higher Fe and Zn concentrations than coarse grinding, indicating that finer particle exposure and increased friction enhance metal transfer from processing tools. Iron levels were highest in beans (10.97 mg/kg), followed by crayfish (6.47 mg/kg) and white corn (4.64 mg/kg), while zinc peaked in crayfish (1.15 mg/kg) and groundnut (0.82 mg/kg). Manganese levels were moderate, with the highest concentrations in pepper (0.71 mg/kg) and melon (0.58 mg/kg). Nickel appeared only in isolated smooth-ground samples, while cadmium and lead were largely undetected, except for trace levels in melon (0.015 mg/kg) and tomatoes (0.00008 mg/kg). Blenders, hand crank grinders, and aged milling machines contributed most to metal leaching, whereas traditional tools such as mortars and grinding stones showed comparatively lower contamination. Although detected metal levels generally fell within international food safety limits, cumulative exposure may pose long-term health risks. The study concludes that grinding fineness, tool type, and equipment age are key factors influencing heavy metal migration during food processing, and recommends routine equipment maintenance, use of food-grade materials, and increased public awareness to minimize contamination and ensure safer household and industrial food processing practices.

This study explores the relationship between leadership style and worker efficiency in Nigeria, focusing on Governor Obaseki's reforms in the Edo State civil service. Using a descriptive survey research design, data, were collected from 100 civil servants across four ministries through a structured questionnaire. The findings reveal that Governor Obaseki's leadership approach was generally viewed positively, with a mean score of 23.63 (SD = 5.64), indicating a. moderately favourable perception of his reforms. However, statistical analysis ft = 2.604, p = 0.197) showed no significant difference in worker productivity between those who worked under Obaseki's administration and those who served under previous leaderships. This suggests that while leadership style does influence worker attitudes, other structural and institutional factors—such as policy continuity, bureaucratic processes, and institutional memory—play a more defining role in shaping efficiency in the civil service.
The study highlights the importance of leadership in fostering a productive work environment but also underscores the need for broader systemic reforms to sustain long-term improvements. While effective leadership can motivate employees and enhance service delivery, achieving lasting efficiency requires a stable institutional framework, clear policies, and adequate resources. Based on these findings, the study recommends strengthening structural reforms, ensuring policy continuity, investing in leadership development, and improving employee motivation through better support and incentives. These measures can help create a more resilient and efficient civil service, capable of delivering sustainable public sector improvements.

For many Nigerian employees, salary and wages is a critical issue. They are decisive because without them in sufficient quantities, life becomes extremely precarious for the worker and members of his/her family. As direct financial rewards, wages and salaries is the most emphasized by the employee that it sort of takes a center stage in the scheme of things as far as reward for work is concerned. In the study methodology, the study adopts the survey research design, the population of study of this research is made up of the total number of Edo Internal Revenue Service (EIRS) staff which stands at an estimated population of 1358 workers made up of both junior and senior staff which includes both office staff and field workers. The sampling technique used for this study is the simple and probability sampling technique. Also, questionnaire was used as an instrument of data collection, while the techniques of data analysis was the simple percentage and chi square analytical method. The study found amongst others there are strong links between effective salary/wages administration and workers performance in EIRS. Furthermore, policy recommendations were adopted which include amongst others that, a well-structured reward system should be put in place in EIRS in order to enable employees to feel more valued and cherished in the organisation.

This study examines Intergovernmental Relations (IGR) within the Nigerian federal system, focusing on the interactions among the federal, state, and local governments as a determinant of effective governance. It is premised on the understanding that the health and stability of a federal state depend largely on the quality of relationships among its component units. The study explores how increasing societal complexity and governance demands have encouraged greater integration of governmental functions, resource sharing, and joint policy implementation across levels of government.
Anchored on the provisions of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999, particularly sections 2(2) and 3(1), which define Nigeria as a federation comprising 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, the study highlights the evolving nature of federalism in Nigeria. It observes a gradual shift from strict constitutional autonomy of federating units toward a more centralized and bureaucratic administrative structure driven by national planning and coordination needs.
The study concludes that while enhanced intergovernmental collaboration promotes efficiency and national cohesion, it also raises concerns about the dominance of the central government and the erosion of classical federal principles. It recommends a balanced approach that strengthens cooperation while preserving the autonomy of federating units to ensure effective and sustainable governance in Nigeria.