CHARLES MFON

The purpose of the study was to find out the the socio-economic determinants of marital stability in Oredo Local government area, Edo State. It was a descriptive research with emphasis on survey approach. Purposive sampling method was used to cover both Urban and Rural areas of study. Findings revealed that marital conflicts did exist. The results of the two hypotheses tested revealed that there were no significant differences in the causes of marital conflicts among couples based on level of education and length of marriage. In conclusion, the inevitability of conflicts in any form of marriage was established. To prevent or manage crisis therefore will depend largely on the mutual understanding of couples involved. Based on this conclusion, it is recommended that adequate provision be made for both preventive, remedial and rehabilitative counseling, interventions through different bodies such as government and non-governmental organizations {NGO’s} for the married and prospective couples to enhance marital stability in our societies.

The purpose of the study was to find out the the socio-economic determinants of
marital stability in Oredo Local government area, Edo State. It was a descriptive
research with emphasis on survey approach. Purposive sampling method was used to
cover both Urban and Rural areas of study. Findings revealed that marital conflicts
did exist. The results of the two hypotheses tested revealed that there were no significant differences in the causes of marital conflicts among couples based on level
of education and length of marriage. In conclusion, the inevitability of conflicts in any
form of marriage was established. To prevent or manage crisis therefore will depend
largely on the mutual understanding of couples involved. Based on this conclusion, it
is recommended that adequate provision be made for both preventive, remedial and
rehabilitative counseling, interventions through different bodies such as government
and non-governmental organizations {NGO’s} for the married and prospective couples to enhance marital stability in our societies.

Family violence ensues in various forms of which domestic violence is one among other forms of abuse and aggression that produce crises in the family. Drawing from crisis theorists, Lindeman families have various kinds of crises such as abuse and violent behavior (DV), infidelity, economic distress, illness and disability, death and grief. Here, we will discuss family violence with domestic violence undertone. When abuse and violent behavior happens within the family circle, it is termed as family violence or domestic violence. It ranges from couple, intimate partner abuse (DV) to child (physical assault, neglect, emotional abuse), and elderly abuse. Abuse is any harm done to a person which can be physical, psychological, or sexual in nature.

The data gathered from the survey of University of Benin students highlights significant insights regarding the factors contributing to drug abuse, its prevalence, and the impact of awareness campaigns. A total of 100 respondents participated, with a fairly balanced distribution of 47% male and 53% female students. The majority of respondents were below 18 years of age (36%), followed by those aged 18-22 years (28%). The survey also included students from various academic levels, with the largest group being in the 400 level (26%). In terms of reasons for drug abuse, peer pressure emerged as the dominant factor, with 76% of respondents acknowledging its influence. Curiosity and the easy availability of drugs on campus were also significant contributors, while academic stress and anxiety were less frequently cited as reasons for drug use. Despite these factors, a majority did not view drug abuse as a widespread issue at the university, with only 34% agreeing that many students were involved in drug abuse. Awareness campaigns, although successful in informing students about the dangers of drug abuse, have had limited success in changing behaviors. While 78% of respondents agreed that campaigns have raised awareness, only 10% felt that these initiatives have significantly reduced drug abuse. Additionally, most students believe that the campaigns need to be improved to reach a larger audience and to be more effective in changing attitudes toward drug use. Overall, while the campaigns have made progress in educating students, there remains a significant gap in their ability to influence behaviour and reduce drug abuse.

This to examined the social economic factors that influence social mobility among women in University of Benin, Benin City with detailed objectives that identify the specific nature of social mobility, the social economic factors that influence social mobility, the role education play in influencing social mobility of women in University of Benin, Benin City and also, proffer the necessary recommendations that can be drawn from the experiences of socially mobile women at the University of Benin to enhance gender equality and social mobility for women. The research population of the study comprised all the junior and senior staff in University of Benin, Benin City, Edo State. In University of Benin there are more than twelve thousand, five hundred (12,500) staff. The researcher used Faculty of Social Sciences Staff in University of Benin as targeted population to carry out research work. The sampling technique to be used for this study is the simple random sampling technique. This study was based on a sampling size of 100 staff to represent the entire population. The method to be employed for this research is the statistical method such as the percentage to deduce the effective and interpret the further necessary discussions. In conclusion, the findings suggest a range of perceptions, attitudes, and support for initiatives aimed at enhancing gender equality and social mobility. While there is notable support for certain measures, such as involving socially mobile women in decision-making and providing mentorship, there are also areas where respondents have diverse opinions or concerns, particularly regarding education and scholarships. These findings provide a foundation for further discussions and actions to enhance gender equality and social mobility at the University of Benin. In light of the findings, it is evident that there is a pressing need for comprehensive strategies and policies that address the challenges and opportunities associated with gender equality and social mobility at the University of Benin.

Leadership behavior plays a very important role in enhancing employee job satisfaction, motivation and job performance. Good leadership behavior accelerates the development of most organization. It therefore plays a critical role in the performance of organization. This study aims to investigate/research the impact of leadership styles on employee’s behavior at work. The case study of Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC) Benin City. This study focuses on the effect of leadership on employees’ behavior at work using the Benin Electricity Distribution company (BEDC). Thus participants in the study will be staff of BEDC in Oredo Local Government Area of Edo state. This study will focus of five types of leadership styles and employee behaviours respectively

This study focuses on evaluating the causes of intimate partner violence in Ovia North East Local Government Area, Edo State, and five research questions were formulated to guide the study. The study employed a descriptive research design. The population for the study comprised of seven thousand six hundred and seventy-nine (7,679) residence in Ovia North East Local Government Area of Edo State. Random sampling techniques were used in the selection of respondents, the sample size was made up of two hundred (200) randomly selected respondents from Ovia North East Local Government Area in Edo state. The findings show that domestic violence can adversely affect the physiological, psychological, emotional, financial, wellbeing of a victim and any witness when the crime is carried out. It was observed that domestic violence can lead to death of victim in most severe cases, majority of the respondent
agreed that the education of a girl child can be disrupted or harshly affected thereby causing depression, loss of interest in school activities and even the abuse of hard drugs amongst others and It is observed that social workers are capable of sensitizing the general public about the cases of domestic violence and its effect and educating them on how to report cases of domestic violence as the protection against domestic violence is a very important in the achievement of a healthy family and society at large. This work also recommended that Seminars should be organized to enlighten girl child on the disadvantages of cohabiting with a partner and rehabilitation centers should be built, adequately structured and equipped with well trained
professionals from every related field of concern in order to enhance the behaviours of the perpetrator

This study examined sexual behavioural patterns and sexually transmitted infections among young adults in Edo South senatorial district of Nigeria. The objectives of the study were to ascertain the age at first sexual intercourse of the young population ages 10-24 years, ascertain if any association exists between young population age at first sexual intercourse and religious belief, ascertain incidence of contract of sexually transmitted infections by the young adult population, observe the “health seeking’’ behavior of young adult population when infected with these sexually transmitted infections, and ascertain the extent of young adult population knowledge of HIV/AIDS’ transmission. A sample size of 800 was used for this study. The sample size were chosen bearing in mind the time, finance and feasibility of the study. Out of the 800 questionnaires that were sent out for the study, about 783 were fully completed. Information gathered from the questionnaire was coded and recorded on the spreadsheets. From here they were fielded into the computer for statistical analysis using the SPSS computer software. In all percentages and proportions, pie and bar charts were used for data interpretation. The
chi-square test of significance and F-ratio were used to test the hypotheses. Findings from the study reveals that a greater number of youth of ages (10-24) years of both sexes are engaged in schooling activities. The population of the youth increases with age. The youth comprises slightly more males than females. That they are more engaged at school indicates rising age at marriage. Thus there is reduced likelihood of early marriages and associated consequences. The full embrace of education by youth is of benefit to the individuals as well as to the Nation in thence of skilled man power development. The study then recommended that preventive programs should focus on developing positive attitude toward infected persons in a way that they are not discriminated against, reproductive health information, including STDs should be included in university curriculum in order to enhance student knowledge and attitude regarding STDs prevention, free HIV testing should be inculcated into the undergraduate students my management in order to be able to receive HIV testing without financial burden. This action may increase the rate of HIV testing among the student population and in turn reduce rates of transmission. It was also recommended that students’ sources of information should be increased in terms of mass media and health education regarding the spread of STDs on campus, and STDs prevention programme should be developed
and implemented by the university to promote changes in attitude in order to prevent the spread of STDs

The study examined the effects of youth unemployment in Egor LGA, Edo State. The study indicated that youth unemployment has many negative effects to the society, economy, family, and individuals. From the response got from the questionnaires revealed that youth unemployment leads to poverty, low productivity, losses in foreign direct investment, low revenue generation, rural urban migration, illicit activities which increases insecurity, anti-social activities such as armed robbery, prostitution, political thuggery, violence, kidnapping, restiveness and other social vices evident among the unemployed youths and this constitutes danger to the stability, growth and development of the state. The research concludes that, addressing the problems of youth unemployment, must involve all stakeholders. Suggestions from the analysis therefore, are that effective policy measures such as re-prioritization or revitalization of agricultural sector, reformation of educational system, provision of enabling environment and building of industries be pursued vigorously which will drastically reduce unemployment and poverty as well as eradicate the menace of youth unemployment in Egor LGA, Edo State and Nigeria as a whole.

The study examined the effects of youth unemployment in Egor LGA, Edo State. The study indicated that youth unemployment has many negative effects to the society, economy, family, and individuals. From the response got from the questionnaires revealed that youth unemployment leads to poverty, low productivity, losses in foreign direct investment, low revenue generation, rural urban migration, illicit activities which increases insecurity, anti-social activities such as armed robbery, prostitution, political thuggery, violence, kidnapping, restiveness and other social vices evident among the unemployed youths and this constitutes danger to the stability, growth and development of the state. The research concludes that, addressing the problems of youth unemployment, must involve all stakeholders. Suggestions from the analysis therefore, are that effective policy measures such as re-prioritization or revitalization of agricultural sector, reformation of educational system, provision of enabling environment and building of industries be pursued vigorously which will drastically reduce unemployment and poverty as well as eradicate the menace of youth unemployment in Egor LGA, Edo State and Nigeria as a whole.