FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES

This study was conduct to ascertain the role the National Commission for Museums and Monuments (NCMM), Benin City Benin Dialogue Group (BDG), Benin Royal Family / Benin Traditional Council and the Edo State Government played in the repatriation of Benin cultural objects and the exploration of the NCMM level of preparedness and capability to secure, preserve and manage the repatriated Benin cultural objects for education, tourism development and sustainability. The qualitative method of data collection was adopted in this study. The qualitative research survey such as in-depth interviews (IDIs) Focus Group Discussion (FGD), Key Informant and photograph was used to gather information from the targeted population or participants in the study area. Data were collected from two sources: the secondary data and primary data. The total population or participant of the study was 158. The entire staff (population) of NCMM ,Benin City which is 145 participated in the study plus 13 key informants of Benin indigenes and some top management staff from the Head- quarters of NCMM, Abuja who had profound knowledge about the repatriation of Benin cultural objects, preservation and management and were ready to talk also participated in the study. Results from the study established that National Commission for Museums and Monuments (NCMM), Benin City Benin Dialogue Group (BDG), Benin Royal family / Benin Traditional council and the Edo State Government played prominent roles in the repatriation of Benin cultural objects and that NCMM as the only accredited agency of Federal Government of Nigeria, is still playing the role of repatriation of cultural artifacts / objects to Nigeria. The Benin Dialogue Group had a constrain in the repatriation of Benin cultural objects. It also showed that the NCMM, Benin is prepared and capable to secure preserve and manage the repatriated Benin cultural objects for education, tourism development and sustainability. And if the repatriated objects are fully installed and mounted for exhibition it will boost or increase tourism development/ activities in Benin National Museum and generate income for the residents of Benin and the government.

The role of industry in the socioeconomic development of a nation remains a subject of interest in modern societies. It is expected that industrial activities and operation will lead to improved socioeconomic development in their areas such industries are situated. It was on this premise that this study investigated the role of industry on national development using a case study of PRESCO PLC in Obaretin Community in Edo state, Nigeria. A total of 291 participants selected at random were sampled for this study. Useful data were elicited from these participants using a well-structured questionnaire. A simple descriptive analytical approach was utilised to address the research questions of interest. The results of the study indicated that more of the participants (77.4%) agreed that the siting of PRESCO contributed in alleviating poverty in the host community. Further findings revealed that PRESCO’s corporate social responsibility impacted, at least to a high extent, on the host community. The studyhowever, found that majority of the participants (82.6%) at least agreed that siting of PRESCO brought about high development to the host community. Although, it was found that 92.5 percent of the responses were of the view that PRESCO had provided employment to host community to at least a high extent. It was recommended amongst others, that the company should scale up her provision of basic facilities, endeavour to continuously initiate programmes that will support and promote small scale businesses in the area, and improve social and economic development of host community.

The basis of this research was to conduct an investigation on the relationship between the legislature and the executive in the democratic system of Edo State. The investigation carries out in the course of this work revealed that indeed there exist a relationship between the legislature and the executive arms in the Edo State administration. The result from the research conducted between the legislature and executive where cordial at some point conflictual at other instance. But there was more conflictual, which brought about stability in the democratic system in Edo State

This study examined the impact of child neglect on the academic performance of pupils in primary schools in Egor Local Government Area of Edo State. It aimed to identify the common types of neglect, how neglect affects pupils’ learning behaviour and performance, and the role of social workers in addressing the issue. A survey research design was adopted, and data were collected from 400 pupils in two primary schools using structured questionnaires. The data were analyzed using frequency tables and percentages with the aid of SPSS.Findings revealed that child neglect, caused by factors such as poverty, broken homes, and poor parental supervision, negatively affects pupils’ concentration, attendance, and overall academic achievement.The study also found that while social workers contribute to identifying and assisting neglected pupils, their presence in schools remains inadequate. The study concluded that child neglect has a significant negative impact on pupils’ education and recommended increased parental awareness, employment of more social workers in schools, teacher training on child protection, and stronger government intervention to ensure the well-being of all children

The state of healthcare service delivery in Edo State public hospitals has been an ongoing challenge due to persistent cases of ill treatment of patients arising from weak application of ethical standards rules. The aim of study was to determine whether ethical standards compliance influences healthcare service delivery in Edo State public hospitals from 2019 to 2024. The descriptive survey research design was adopted. Using the multi-stage sampling techniques and Slovin’s (1960) formula, 779 sample size was derived from the three senatorial districts of Edo State. Two (2) hospitals were selected from each senatorial 29 districts (Edo South, Edo Central, and Edo North). The respondents comprised 80% patients, 18.5% doctors and nurses, and 1.5% management staff. Data were collected through the use of questionnaires and in-depth interviews. In the retrieval process, the study observed that of 767 questionnaires sent to respondents, 712 were retrieved, thus, changing the study analysis total sample to 712 which had 92.83% rate of retrieval. Both
descriptive and inferential statistics methods of analysis were adopted. The descriptive statistics included the use of frequency distribution tables and percentages to get the figures of categories of the response to the questionnaire. The inferential statistics on the other hand, was used to measure the type of relationship between variables. The type of inferential statistics that was deployed was the Pearson’s Product Moment Correlation Coefficient (r) tool. These were done using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS 25.0 version) software at 0.5 level of significance. The findings revealed a positive relationship between ethical standards compliance and healthcare service delivery; positive relationship between effectiveness of ethical standards compliance and quality service delivery; accessibility to public healthcare centers was still a challenge due to insufficient beds in the hospitals; workforce in public hospital did not meet the minimum standards set by the World Health Organization and that some doctors secretly referred patients to their own hospitals for treatment. It was also found that patients’ ease of accessing healthcare services in public hospitals strongly relates to improved service delivery. The study concluded that there was a strong correlation between the inadequacy of healthcare workers in secondary healthcare facilities and compliance with ethical standards. It was thus recommended that key indicators of quality healthcare like physical infrastructure, workforce, and material resources should be improved upon. Greater attention should be given to ethical standards values, including respect for patients’ confidentiality, diligence in service delivery, and the prevention of breaches of trust in patient doctor relationships and the development of human resources to enhance service delivery

This study examined public sector transparency and accountability in the development process: A case study of Oredo Local Government Area In Edo State This study adopted the survey design which was used to source data from a sample of 400 respondents. The data was analysed using percentages and frequency table. The hypotheses were analysed using chi-square statistical instrument. The result revealed that there is significant relationship between public sector accountability and local development process in Edo State. There is significant relationship between public sector accountability and national developmental project plan in Edo State .There is significant relationship between challenges of public sector accountability and national development in Edo State.The recommended that the Edo state government should take an eficient and efectiveplanning control measures and prudent management of their resources and also to increase the salaries of all staf and members of the state government so as to motivate their ef orts towards the discharge of the duties assigned to them in other to achieve the stated objective(s) of the state government that geared toward national development. The state government authority should endeavor to look into its administrative activities regularly and then prosecute any of icer(s) found embezzling public funds and also make the head of the account of ice answerable for any such misappropriation

This study examines the impact of petroleum subsidy on the consumption of petroleum products in Nigeria from 2000 to 2020 using an Error Correction Model (ECM). The analysis reveals that petroleum subsidies significantly stimulate consumption by enhancing affordability. Surprisingly, higher inflation rates are associated with increased petroleum consumption, challenging conventional economic theory which predicts reduced consumption due to diminished purchasing power. Conversely, the relationship between petroleum prices and consumption is weak and statistically insignificant, suggesting that factors beyond price influence consumer behavior. Additionally, higher Gross Domestic Product (GDP) per Capita is unexpectedly associated with decreased petroleum consumption, indicating the presence of other influential factors independent of income levels. These findings underscore the complexity of the factors influencing petroleum consumption in Nigeria and highlight the need for evidence-based policymaking. Recommendations include conducting a comprehensive review of subsidy programs, investing in renewable energy, pursuing economic diversification, managing inflation, and strengthening data-driven decision-making to promote sustainable and resilient petroleum consumption patterns while fostering inclusive economic growth and development.

The purpose of this research work is to examine the Role of Social Media on Local Government politics: Using Ovia North East as a case study. Three Research questions and Three Research hypothesis was examined in the study. To achieve this, the descriptive survey research design was adopted. The study focused on Ovia North East Local government Area hence, population consists of all adults 18 years and above, residing in Ovia North East Local government Area. The stratified random sampling technique was used to select a sample of 75 adults. To this end, the researcher recommended that social media should be used more on campaigns of those seeking political offices to reveal their manifestoes to a wider reach of electorates. The harmful effect of using social media to discredicts political opponents through spreading of disinformation and fake news should be stopped by those politicians involved as the betterment of the country is more than anyones selfish interests. The laws on punishments of those spreading fake news should be properly enforce, to desist those involved in spreading fake news

This study examined Family Support and Manaaging Mental Health disorders among Individuals with Mental Disorders in Egor Local Government Area, Edo State. The main objective was to assess the role of family support in managing individuals with mental disorders. Specifically, the study explored the level of family support available, the relationship between family involvement and mental health outcomes, the barriers and facilitators to such support, and the roles of social work professionals in enhancing mental health care. A mixed-method research design was employed, comprising quantitative and qualitative approaches. The quantitative aspect involved 398 respondents who completed structured questionnaires analyzed using descriptive statistics such as frequency counts, percentages, and mean scores, while the qualitative aspect included 10 participants which comprised patients, relatives, and social workers were interviewed using a semi-structured guide and analyzed narratively. Findings revealed a high level of family support characterized by emotional encouragement, financial assistance, and treatment adherence. A positive relationship was established between family involvement and improved mental health outcomes, such as faster recovery and reduced relapse rates. However, barriers including stigma, financial hardship, and cultural misconceptions limited family participation, while social workers were found to play key roles in psycho-education, counseling, and advocacy to enhance family engagement. The study concluded that family support remains a crucial component of effective mental health care, as strong family involvement improves treatment adherence and recovery outcomes. It recommended sustained family psycho-education, family-centered treatment approaches, financial support initiatives, public awareness campaigns to reduce stigma, and the strengthening of social work services for holistic mental health care in Egor LGA and beyond.

This study examines the phenomenon of promiscuity among undergraduate students residing in the halls of residence at the University of Benin, Nigeria. Adolescence is a critical developmental period marked by identity exploration and sexual awakening, which, when combined with newfound independence at university, can lead to risky sexual behaviors. The research is situated within a Nigerian socio-cultural context characterized by a double standard that often stigmatizes female sexual expression while tacitly condoning male promiscuity. The study adopts a qualitative approach to investigate the cause manifestations, and consequences of student promiscuity. Guided by Social Learning Theory, it explores how behaviors are learned through imitation and reinforcement from peers, family, and the media. The research addresses key questions regarding the root causes of promiscuity, the sexual attitudes of students, the frequency of sexual activity within the university environment, and its subsequent impacts Preliminary findings from the literature review indicate that promiscuity is driven by a complex interplay of factors, including freedom from parental control, pervasive peer influence, economic hardship leading to transactional sex, alcohol consumption, and exposure to permissive media content. The consequences are identified as multifaceted, encompassing heightened risks of sexually transmitted infections (including HIV/AIDS), unplanned pregnancies, emotional and psychological distress, and significant disruptions to academic performance and future prospects.This research contributes to the existing x literature by focusing specifically on the under-explored context of university halls of residence as epicenters of sexual experimentation. It concludes that addressing student promiscuity requires a holistic intervention strategy involving strengthened university policies, comprehensive sexuality education, proactive parental guidance, and broader societal reorientation to challenge harmful gender norms and mitigate the associated risks to student health and academic achievement.