Random and convenience sampling

FACTORSINFLUENCINGCRIMINALACTIVITIESAMONGSTUDENTSINTHE UNIVERSITYOFBENIN,BENINCITY,EDOSTATE,NIGERIA

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The study set out to establish the critical factors influencing criminal activities and documents the most prevalent types of offenses committed by students on university on Benin campus .the findings are intended to offer a clear, evidence-based roadmap
for intervention, targeting the root causes identified. This study utilized a descriptive quantitative design. Data was gathered using a structured questionnaire administered to a sample of 200 respondents. This sample was drawn from the 5,040 undergraduate students residing in the four regular halls of residence (hall 1, 2, 3 and 4) selected using random and convenient sampling techniques. Analysis will be conducted using frequency distribution and percentages. This research holds substantial importance for institutional policy. The derived findings will equip the university administration with the
necessary data design proactive, targeted security policies and counseling programs,
ultimately, this work seeks to improve overall students well-being and restore a focus
on academic excellence by mitigating the factors that promote campus crime
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