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Research Article

An empirical study to estimate volatility of Indian stock market during pre and post covid times

Sapana Shaw^*

In the present study, researchers tried to measure the volatility of Indian stock exchange before and after COVID- outbreak and also to compare the volatility pattern in both groups. To conduct the study, the researchers has collected 30 months daily closing price of NIFTY 50 prior to the COVID outbreak [From 9th September 2017- 9th march 2020] and 30 months after outbreak [From 10th march 202...

Jun, 2025 pp. 1-10

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Research Article

Factors affecting intention to adopt e-business in small and medium enterprises (SMES) in Bauchi metropolis, Nigeria: Moderating role of information security

Olaoye, Ayoola Azeez^*, Adegoke. Jonathan Funminiyi, Adebisi, Ebenezer Alaba

This study examined at how digital accounting techniques improves the financial reporting quality of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria. Structured questionnaires were used to gather primary data from 2,100 digital accountants and computer experts using a quantitative approach. The association between digital accounting and the quality of financial reporting was assessed us...

Jun, 2025 pp. 1-10

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Research Article

Credit risk management and share value of listed deposit money banks in Nigeria

Usman Sabo^*, Musa Muhammad Bello, Garba Yakubu

The paper examines the effect of credit risk management on share value of listed deposit money banks in Nigeria. The population of the study is made up of all listed deposit money banks with international authorization which are the sample of the study. The multivariate regression and correlation matrix have been used in analyzing the data collected. The findings of the study reveal that nonper...

Jun, 2025 pp. 11-23

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Research Article

Generational cohorts as key drivers of technology adoption in the tech industry

Olushola E, Omoniyi^*, Silas Ndace, Fatima Kolo, Comfort Bolaji Adeniyi

Technology adoption in the tech industry is often examined through the lens of generational differences, with younger cohorts perceived as more technologically inclined than older ones. However, this study investigates the extent to which generational cohorts influence technology adoption and explores the moderating effect of adaptability on this relationship. Using Structural Equation Model...

Jun, 2025 pp. 11-21

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Research Article

Can mining drive development? Examining the impact of mineral exploration in Plateau State, Nigeria

John Baling Fom^*

Extractive industry activities in Nigeria is seen with expectations as a catalyst for development. This is against the evident mineral endowments, with historical records of the maximized benefits of mineral exploration and the economic gains that is attached to various mineral resources that are in huge commercial deposits. However, mining or non-oil mineral exploration has economic gains a...

Jun, 2025 pp. 22-31

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Research Article

Human resource analytics and employee outcomes: challenges for human resource managers at De united foods industries limited (DUFIL)

Abiodun Lateef^*, Animashaun, Foluso Ilesanmi Jayeoba, Mariam Enitan Lawrence

Despite the growth and adoption of human resource (HR) analytics, it remains unknown whether HR analytics can impact employee outcomes. As such, this study aims to address this important issue by examining the impact of Human Resource Analytics (HRA) on employee job satisfaction, engagement and performance at De United Foods Industries Limited (DUFIL) among others. Using data collected from 135...

Jun, 2025 pp. 24-33

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Research Article

Development needs and intervention programme among resettled communities in Taraba state: A correlational analysis

Angyu Daniel Awudu^*

This study examines the correlation between the basic development needs of resettled internally displaced communities and the Fadama-III-AF-II intervention programme in Taraba State, which has faced multiple patterns of humanitarian crises due to Boko Haram insurgency and ethno-religious conflicts. Reports from 2015 to 2017 indicate that Taraba State had 63,272 IDPs resulting from conflict...

Jun, 2025 pp. 32-42

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Research Article

Working capital management and financial performance of listed cement companies in Nigeria

Usman Sabo^*, Garba Yakubu

The article examines the effect of working capital management on the financial performance of Nigeria's listed cement companies. The study's population consists of all listed cement companies in Nigeria, with two companies chosen as the sample. The data was analyzed using ordinary least squares regression (OLS) and correlation. The study's findings show that the inventory turnover period (ITP) ...

Jun, 2025 pp. 34-42

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Research Article

Healthcare services and infant mortality in internally displaced persons’ camps in Benue State, Nigeria

Terkaa Benedict Iornyagh^*, Evelyn Member Nyajoh

This paper, therefore, examines the utilization of infant healthcare services available in relation to infant mortality in the Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps in Benue State of Nigeria. The Health Belief Model guided the study; hence, a cross-sectional survey method was adopted, and data were sourced from 400 respondents across 10 IDP camps using a structured questionnaire. A multis...

Jun, 2025 pp. 43-49

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Research Article

Health risks and displacement experiences of children in Agan toll gate IDP camp, Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria.

Joyce Rumun Akpenpuun^*

Abstract The issue of internally displaced persons (IDPs) is one of the most pressing humanitarian crises globally. Displacement often forces individuals, including children, to live in IDP camps, significantly impacting their health. This study examined the displacement and health of children at the Agan Toll Gate IDP camp in Makurdi, Benue State. It specifically investigated the living condi...

Jun, 2025 pp. 43-51